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Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia. She has spent her career partnering with her clients a...

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Starting Emotional abuse counseling in Atlanta

What is emotional abuse counseling?

Emotional abuse counseling helps victims heal from abusive relationships. Examples of emotional abuse may include:

  • Blaming others for their own behavior.
  • Publicly mocking, humiliating, name-calling, embarrassing, criticizing.
  • Separating someone from their family and friends.
  • Withholding affection or love.
  • Downplaying another person’s experiences, perspectives, emotions, or thoughts.
  • Using or objectifying people.
  • Denying access to money, medical care, food, transportation, or other crucial resources.
  • Using guilt, threats, or intimidation.

How does emotional abuse counseling work?

Emotional abuse counseling with our Thriveworks therapists in Atlanta gives people the safe space they need to identify and understand the harm they’ve experienced and move forward. Through therapy, many victims have rebuilt their self-esteem and self-worth; recognized that they did not cause the abuse, but their perpetrator is responsible for the choice to harm; identified their wounds and found the treatment they need; healed from trauma; re-established their personal safety; grieved their losses; formed new, loving relationships; and learned to trust their experiences and emotions.

Is emotional abuse counseling conducted in person or online?

Emotional abuse counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does emotional abuse counseling last?

Emotional abuse counseling with one of our Thriveworks therapists in Atlanta, GA can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the individual’s exact needs and preferences.

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Emotional Abuse Counseling in Atlanta, GA (Sandy Springs)

Relationships should be filled with encouragement, patience, and kindness. However, some relationships are marred by put-downs, manipulation, and accusations. Emotional abuse, though not always visible, can cause significant harm.

At Thriveworks in Sandy Springs, GA, we offer professional counseling to help you heal and regain your sense of self-worth. Call us at (404) 737-2670 to schedule your appointment today.

Recognizing Emotional Abuse

Emotional abuse can manifest in various ways. Common experiences of those who have been emotionally abused include:

  • Acute and persistent fear or anxiety
  • Feelings of inadequacy
  • Difficulty articulating feelings and thoughts
  • Nervousness about triggering the abuser’s anger
  • Low self-worth
  • Blame for the abuse
  • Helplessness and depression
  • Feelings of going crazy

Emotional abuse can occur in various relationships, including those with a spouse, parent, coworker, friend, or religious authority. If you recognize these dynamics in your relationship, know that love should be kind and supportive. Our counselors at Thriveworks Atlanta in Sandy Springs, GA can help you rebuild your self-worth and find healing.

What Is Emotional Abuse?

Emotional abuse is about control—one person tries to dominate another through manipulative techniques, turning emotions into weapons. Common examples of emotionally abusive actions include:

  • Publicly shaming, humiliating, or criticizing
  • Disregarding or belittling opinions and emotions
  • Using threats, intimidation, or guilt
  • Displaying excessive jealousy or possessiveness
  • Gaslighting and mood swings
  • Destroying prized possessions
  • Limiting access to vital resources
  • Withholding love to control behavior
  • Isolating from loved ones
  • Refusing to accept responsibility for actions

These behaviors usually begin subtly, wearing down the victim’s defenses until the abuse feels normal. Emotional abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.

The Cost of Emotional Abuse

Emotional abuse inflicts severe costs on individuals, affecting their mental health and well-being. Victims may experience hyper-vigilance, anxiety, depression, fear, psychosomatic pain, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, and more. Healing from emotional abuse requires time and intentional effort, similar to recovering from physical wounds.

Healing from Emotional Abuse with Thriveworks Atlanta in Sandy Springs

A skilled therapist can help victims of emotional abuse:

  • Identify the harm caused
  • Find treatment for the trauma
  • Understand that the perpetrator chose to harm
  • Recognize they did not deserve the abuse
  • Prioritize their safety and well-being
  • Regain their self-worth and voice
  • Learn to love again

If you feel that your individuality and freedom are not respected, you may be in an emotionally abusive relationship. At Thriveworks Atlanta, we offer counseling to help you recover and heal from emotional abuse.

Call Thriveworks today at (404) 737-2670. We are here to help.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Atlanta accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Atlanta
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$1

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Christy made me feel comfortable right away. I had been working with another local therapist who I loved, but who is moving and I was nervous about switching. But Christy has been fantastic already just in our first two visits. Would definitely recommend Christy and Thriveworks
Read more Christy made me feel comfortable right away. I had been working with another local therapist who I loved, but who is moving and I was nervous about switching. But Christy has been fantastic already just in our first two visits. Would definitely recommend Christy and Thriveworks
Tiana Sep 2025
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I am so grateful for the Zoom calls and the availability of my Therapist. Cindy is a great resource for me and truly has helped me with my concerns, stressors, and coping strategies.
Natalie Sep 2025
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I thoroughly appreciate every aspect of my Thriveworks ™️ experience. Once I fully recover from my car collision which occurred on Wed, September 17th, 2025 at approximately 11:40 am, I desire to return to meeting with my Clinician/Therapist, Catherine Roberts-Pope.
Read more I thoroughly appreciate every aspect of my Thriveworks ™️ experience. Once I fully recover from my car collision which occurred on Wed, September 17th, 2025 at approximately 11:40 am, I desire to return to meeting with my Clinician/Therapist, Catherine Roberts-Pope.
Darnelle Sep 2025
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Enjoy the experience with this provider.
Patrick Sep 2025
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Geneen brown Is the most incredible human being I've ever met I am so grateful to her for all the growth and healing. I have done over the past four years. I don't know where I would be without her.
Rachel Sep 2025
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Great intake session. Thank you.
Briana Sep 2025
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I was matched with Ms Geneen Brown a little over 2 years ago & it's been the best match ever. She's helped me so much. I was one of those people who thought asking for help from a therapist was silly. I can say nothing but amazing things about Thriveworks & Geneen.
Read more I was matched with Ms Geneen Brown a little over 2 years ago & it's been the best match ever. She's helped me so much. I was one of those people who thought asking for help from a therapist was silly. I can say nothing but amazing things about Thriveworks & Geneen.
Barbara Sep 2025
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Christy makes you feel comfortable . She explained the process & was very empathetic, realistic, & patient. We are from different generations & backgrounds, but is very relatable. I look forward to speaking with her again.
Betty Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling Atlanta is located at 8800 Roswell Road a135, A-245, Atlanta, GA 30350, across from the North River Village Shopping Center.

Phone number

(404) 737-2670

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