Couples therapists in Buford, GA

Sometimes the hardest part of therapy is showing up before you even know what you want out of it. If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, or like something needs to change but you can't quite name what, that's exactly where we start. I work with teens, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, and the kind of life experiences that feel too big to sort out alone. You don't need to come in with clear goals. We'll figure that out together.

Finding a therapist who truly gets your life can feel like a long search. One who sees more than a diagnosis, who doesn't need you to explain yourself before you can get to work. If you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, that search often comes with an extra layer: the quiet work of figuring out whether this therapist is actually safe, or whether you'll spend your sessions educating them. With me, you won't have to do that work.

I'm a licensed therapist with more than 22 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment. I've worked in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, correctional settings, and private practice. I've sat with people in some of the hardest moments of their lives and know how to meet them there without flinching.

My primary focus is LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. That includes navigating identity, coming out at any stage of life, relationship dynamics unique to queer and same-sex partnerships, internalized stigma, minority stress, and everything that comes with living authentically in a world that doesn't always make that easy. I also work with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, substance use and dual diagnosis, men's issues, and stress and burnout.

Healing and growth doesn't require having it all figured out before you start — it begins with curiosity. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, difficult relationships, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place where you slow down, make sense of your experiences, and begin taking steps towards your best possible self.

I'm an LPC in Georgia with over 3 years of experience working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction, and I especially work well with people who know something needs to change but aren't quite sure where to begin. I've worked especially well with people with addictions, looking for stability and self-sufficiency.

I work with children, teens, and young adults who are dealing with anxiety, grief, big life changes, and relationship stress. I also support parents, families, and couples who want to feel more connected and communicate in healthier, more honest ways.

HELPING OTHERS is my PASSION. Hello. My name is Mary Locke. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified National Counseling Certification (NCC) member. I am a Substance Addiction Clinician, who also practices in Mental Health, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Substance Addiction, and Couples Counseling. Allow me to Empower You. To help you find a healthy work-life balance and teach you how to find peace and tranquility in your life. Anxiety. Trauma. Depression. Postpartum. Depression. Personality Disorders. PTSD. All of these are examples of Mental Health. Let's talk about it!

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER!!!!!

I do not provide assessments and paperwork for the following: • Family Medical Leave Act • Leave of Absence • Social Security Disability • Emotional Support Animal • Hormone Replacement Therapy • Custodial/Forensic Evaluation • Fitness for Duty/Return to Work.

Please note you will seek these specific services elsewhere, as it is outside of my scope to provide this information.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, iith nearly 20 years of experience, would be honored and excited to help you on your journey to better. Together, we will identify your strengths and struggles. I will challenge you to take the necessary steps that lead to self awareness, healing and freedom.

Hi! My name is Kelly and I am an LPC with certification in addictions. I specialize in gender identity and sexuality issues and sexual and relational diversity (such as polyamory, BDSM, and kink). I have a particular passion for working with those in relationships and working towards having healthy attachments. My practice focuses in the areas of trauma and healing, emotional dysregulation, identity, self worth and self acceptance, healthy boundaries, communication, and self care.

I’m Joanne Slatinsky, a mental health counselor in the State of Georgia and licensed as a Professional Counselor since 1987. I have had the privilege of counseling hundreds of people through my long career in mental health. I believe I have a calling for helping people during difficult times. I approach life and my work with my clients with compassion and understanding. I work with adult individuals and couples with a variety of issues and conflicts. I have experience in working with a wide range of concerns and mental health issues, but a few examples are anxiety, stress, depression, dealing with feelings, relationship issues, trauma including childhood trauma, narcicissism and narcissistic relationships and other difficult relationships, grief and dealing with change. I am married for 43 years and we have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I have a lot of life experience, probably have been through some struggles that are similar to yours and I bring a lot of education, training and experience, to assist you in any way I can. I look forward to meeting you.