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As a woman of color, I bring cultural awareness and lived understanding into the therapy space, utilizing a flexible, client-cente...
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As a woman of color, I bring cultural awareness and lived understanding into the therapy space, utilizing a flexible, client-centered approach that honors your unique story, strengths, and goals.
I am an associate professional counselor with 7 years of experience providing culturally responsive, compassionate care. I have worked with diverse individuals across many settings, where I have supported clients navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. I use a flexible, client-centered approach that integrates evidence-based practices while honoring each person’s lived experience and cultural context. Together, we work to build insight, develop practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, sustainable change that aligns with their values and goals.
I earned my Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and flexible, integrating evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths-focused interventions, and mindfulness to help you better understand patterns and build practical coping tools.
Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate this season of your life alone. Whatever you’re carrying, there is space for it here. Healing and growth are possible, and taking the first step is a powerful act of self-care. When you feel ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment.
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I support clients seeking change as well as those navigating unexpected life shifts, helping them find balance and restoration whi...
I support clients seeking change as well as those navigating unexpected life shifts, helping them find balance and restoration while working through complex trauma, PTSD, grief, life transitions, and other significant challenges.
Erin Ray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 19 years of experience based in Northern GA. She works with individuals and families ages 6 and up who are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges. Her integrative therapy approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, using evidence-based methods to foster growth and healing. She believes in a flexible, personalized path to care that reflects the complexity of each person’s life and experience.
Erin holds a Master of Social Work from Valdosta State University. Erin is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and exposure and response prevention. She is committed to helping clients build resilience, restore balance, and move through difficult experiences with support and guidance.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it may also be one of the most empowering decisions you make. Erin strives to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen and heard. Let her be the catalyst for positive change as you take this important step toward healing and self-discovery.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Cumming have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Cumming, GA offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cumming is located near Castleberry Road and Bethelview Rd, off GA-400. It is a short distance from Cumming Twin Lakes and near the Big Creek Greenway.
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