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I support people who feel overwhelmed by stress, conflict, or self-doubt, and I bring a steady, practical approach shaped by years...
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I support people who feel overwhelmed by stress, conflict, or self-doubt, and I bring a steady, practical approach shaped by years of clinical work and my commitment to understanding how people grow and change.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 5 years of experience providing clinical care to children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals facing stress, anxiety, trauma histories, emotional regulation challenges, and strained family relationships. Many clients seek support during major life transitions or want help understanding patterns that keep them feeling stuck. My approach is practical, goal-oriented, and focused on steady progress.
I earned my master’s degree in mental health counseling from Thomas University. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and a direct, structured approach. I help clients build emotional control, reduce avoidance, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns, with experience supporting trauma-related stress, anxiety, and family conflict.
You deserve support that feels steady, respectful, and focused on what matters most to you. I provide an environment where experiences are taken seriously, goals are clearly defined, and progress continues between sessions. If you are ready to work toward meaningful change at a pace that fits your needs, I welcome you to reach out and begin the work together.
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As a woman of color who has struggled with ADHD her entire life, I understand how life changing getting the help we need to change...
As a woman of color who has struggled with ADHD her entire life, I understand how life changing getting the help we need to change our life can be, and I would love to help you on your journey back to yourself.
Hi, I’m Tanya Lorenzi, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience, licensed in both Georgia and South Carolina. I specialize in working with women navigating ADHD, trauma, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like they’ve lost a sense of who they are. My work focuses on helping them reconnect with themselves, build emotional clarity, and create meaningful, lasting change so they can feel grounded, confident, and like themselves again.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I integrate evidence-based methods like EMDR alongside practical tools to help clients process painful experiences, regulate emotions, and move forward with greater clarity. Clients can expect a supportive space that balances depth, structure, and compassion.
I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can exhale — where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. If you’re ready to reconnect with yourself and create meaningful change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in that process.
Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with childr...
Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, ADHD, trauma, and developmental issues. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia. Kristin utilizes strengths-based, solution-focused, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to meet the varying needs and personalities of each individual. Kristin seeks to establish a caring therapeutic relationship focused on your unique needs. She does this through the use of humor, creativity, and candor to build on your personal strengths to assist you in meeting your life goals.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I want you to know that I’m genuinely committed to listening, understanding, and supporting you every st...
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I want you to know that I’m genuinely committed to listening, understanding, and supporting you every step of the way.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of psychiatric nursing experience. Since becoming licensed, I have worked with clients seeking compassionate support for challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, substance use, and personality disorders. I focus on helping clients manage symptoms, gain insight, and improve their quality of life through evidence-based care, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing from Walden University, where I built a foundation in evidence-based psychiatric care. My approach includes psychopharmacologic management, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation to help clients develop resilience, stability, and improved mental well-being.
With empathy and understanding, I provide personalized, compassionate care tailored to each client’s needs. Whether addressing mood disorders or other mental health concerns, I am committed to partnering with clients on their path toward healing and long-term wellness.
I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open....
I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia with 2 years of experience. My background includes working in both college settings and private practice with diverse clients focusing on grief, loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual identity, family issues, domestic violence, and gender identity. I work with clients 18 and older to create a safe and supportive environment where they can process emotions, gain clarity, and move toward their personal goals.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling Education from Georgia Southern University and am a National Certified Counselor. I use acceptance and commitment therapy to help clients explore values, face uncomfortable feelings, and build meaningful lives.
I believe every person can live a fulfilling life, and I am here to help you find the strength and resources within yourself. You deserve compassion, support, and the chance to be heard. I welcome clients from all identities and backgrounds, and I look forward to helping you take the next step in your journey.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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For clients struggling with PTSD/trauma, I combine client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). With client-centered therapy, I establish a nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly share their stories, fostering a sense of being heard and understood. CBT techniques are utilized to help clients identify and challenge any distorted beliefs that may be impacting their well-being. This integrated approach aims to promote self-awareness and empower clients to manage their beliefs that fuel their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors more effectively. Moreover, I assist the client in crafting detailed trauma narratives, which ultimately help shift traumatic events from the forefront of their mind to become mere background noise.
In aiding clients dealing with PTSD/trauma, I teach them about the structure of the ego personality, relaxation techniques to alleviate hyperarousal, emotional awareness and examination, reframing and restructuring beliefs, and the significance of crafting vivid trauma narratives at their pace.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they demonstrate improved emotional regulation, reduced hyperarousal symptoms, increased ability to cope with triggers, and a greater sense of self-awareness and empowerment. They may also show signs of decreased avoidance behaviors, enhanced interpersonal relationships, and a gradual shift from feeling overwhelmed by trauma memories to gaining a sense of mastery and control over their emotions and experiences. Additionally, clients making meaningful progress often exhibit increased engagement in therapy, willingness to explore difficult emotions and memories, and a growing ability to implement healthy coping strategies in their daily lives.
Clients can supplement PTSD/trauma therapy in their personal time by practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or meditation to reduce stress and anxiety. Engaging in regular physical exercise can also help release pent-up tension and promote overall well-being. Journaling can be a valuable tool for processing emotions, thoughts, and trauma-related experiences. Seeking out support from trusted friends, family members, or support groups can provide additional emotional support and validation. Engaging in creative activities such as art, music, or writing can serve as a cathartic outlet for expressing and processing emotions. Finally, practicing self-care activities such as getting adequate rest, maintaining a healthy diet, and engaging in activities that bring joy and relaxation can contribute to a sense of balance and resilience in coping with PTSD/trauma.
To prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy, individuals should spend time reflecting on their traumatic experiences and emotions, identify specific goals or areas they want to work on, gather relevant information about their trauma, establish a support network, practice self-care techniques such as relaxation and mindfulness, approach therapy with an open mind and willingness to explore difficult emotions, and set realistic expectations for the therapeutic process. These steps can help individuals feel more prepared and engaged in their therapy journey.
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Duluth is located near Abbotts Bridge Road and Parson Rd, off GA-141. It is near the Abbotts Bridge Recreation Area and the Standard Club.
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