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I have over 20 years of experience working with many different issues, and I am always easy to talk to....
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I have over 20 years of experience working with many different issues, and I am always easy to talk to.
Betsy Leamy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of experience helping others to face their challenges, which may include, depression, anxiety, depression, addictions, abuse, trauma, PTSD, anger issues, chronic stress or illness, family conflict, women's issues, and more.
Betsy earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Georgia State University where she also earned her Master’s degree in Community Counseling. Betsy utilizes an eclectic group of therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based methods, and more.
Betsy knows from experience, both personally and professionally, that people can make miraculous changes in their lives. She looks forward to working with you and hopes to hear from you soon. Reach out to schedule your first session today.
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"To walk a mile begins with a single step" As a therapist and an individual who has experienced trauma, loss and emotional pain, I...
"To walk a mile begins with a single step" As a therapist and an individual who has experienced trauma, loss and emotional pain, I have an authentic understanding of how life stressors can impact one's life and how such trials can be used to build and empower our future endeavors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with clients who have experienced depression, both childhood and adult trauma, codependency issues, anxiety, grief/loss, stress, life transitions, and PTSD. I also work with individuals suffering from grief, divorce, and issues pertaining to aging. I offer counseling to teens, adults, and families through a down-to-earth counseling approach.
Together, we'll create a schedule that works for you-whether it's weekly or bi-weekly, in person or online. I'll regularly check in to ensure you're satisfied with your progress, and I'm always open to feedback to adjust your treatment as needed.
My core beliefs are grounded in unconditional positive regard for all. My passion is to help others reach their full potential of emotional peace. If you are ready to begin your journey, feel free to call and make an appointment. I am here and ready to listen!
As a seasoned clinician, I take an empathetic and collaborative approach in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome shor...
As a seasoned clinician, I take an empathetic and collaborative approach in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome short- and long-term challenges. I understand the struggles and the rewards.
Dr. Hammond is a post-graduate resident therapist who specializes in building trusting relationships. Lesley works jointly with her clients to create workable and attainable goals in support of each individual’s needs. Dr. Hammond’s undergraduate studies in Psychology were completed at Kennesaw State University. Lesley received her Master of Arts from Argosy University Atlanta and continued to complete her counseling doctoral program at Argosy as well.
Dr. Hammond’s therapeutic foundation is based on providing a safe place for clients to express, explore, and better understand their vulnerabilities and strengths. Lesley utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Person-Centered and Strength-Based interventions. “I have found that when individuals are supported through these theoretical interventions, they have the ability to better understand and develop coping skills to overcome their unhelpful thoughts and behaviors," she says.
While completing Lesley’s doctoral internship, she spent several months working within the Smyrna, GA, Ridgeview Institute’s detoxification program. One of the most valuable lessons Dr. Hammond learned was “everyone in the program had a story” and “whether that story was shared in individual counseling sessions, or in a group session, feeling safe enough to express how one thinks and feels is healing in itself.” No matter what the challenge, please reach out to Lesley to explore the therapeutic possibilities in creating mindful and meaningful changes.
Having navigated my own struggles with mental health and trauma, I’ve come to understand healing not as a destination, but as a pe...
Having navigated my own struggles with mental health and trauma, I’ve come to understand healing not as a destination, but as a personal and nonlinear journey that can inspire us to be closer to the self we chose to be.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) with 4 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. I work with adolescents, teenagers, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, life transitions, self-harm behaviors, and dual diagnoses. I strive to help clients better understand where they are in their current chapter of life while building skills to move forward with clarity and confidence. I also integrate my perspective as both a clinician and someone who understands the vulnerability of being a client, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Antioch University. My approach is client-centered and evidence-based, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and person-centered therapy. You do not need to have everything figured out to begin therapy. What matters most is your willingness to show up as you are. I will meet you with calm, steady support and walk alongside you as you explore your thoughts and emotions. When you are ready, I invite you to schedule a session so we can begin this work together with care and intention.
As a single mother of 4 children I know and understand the unique challenges that come with parenting on your own and still making...
As a single mother of 4 children I know and understand the unique challenges that come with parenting on your own and still making time for self-care.
Kelly Freeman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Kelly is focused on empowering adults to heal, learn, grow, and evolve through life's many challenges. She specializes in depression, addiction, life transitions, and grief & loss, along with parenting, adoption, anxiety, and codependency.
Kelly completed her Master of Social Work degree (MSW) at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. She is a single mom with 4 kids, ages 15-23 (plus a very loving cat!) who definitely keep her busy. She understands the struggles that come as a working parent both personally and professionally, encouraging a focus on acceptance while releasing resistance (ACT) and mindfully incorporating your worthiness while practicing grounding exercises & total body awareness. In addition, Kelly provides ongoing education regarding the thought/emotion/behavior connection (CBT) and assistance in moving toward solutions to everyday problems (solution-focused therapy.)
Kelly believes that each of us holds all the power we need to change our lives and find the contentment we seek. She feels it is truly within our reach to find our own voice, empower ourselves and cultivate the peace that so many of us long for.
I aim to meet you where you are in your life’s journey and offer you discover new tools and strategies to help you reach your goal...
I aim to meet you where you are in your life’s journey and offer you discover new tools and strategies to help you reach your goals.
Elizabeth Mooney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Georgia with a passion for working with motivated children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, bereavement, trauma, couples and relationship issues, and behavioral issues.
Elizabeth received her Bachelor’s degree in Studio Art with a Minor in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia. Elizabeth has also earned a Master's degree in Marriage and Family therapy from Valdosta State University. Elizabeth works primarily from a systemic lens using interventions from solutions-focused, collaborative, emotionally-focused, and narrative therapies.
Elizabeth collaborates with each of her clients to help them feel empowered, supported, and encouraged throughout the therapeutic process by seeking to understand their unique perspectives, experiences, and needs. Elizabeth has an energetic and creative approach to therapy which provides an environment where clients feel welcomed, supported, and understood. By utilizing her creativity, Elizabeth collaborates with her clients to customize a plan for treatment to explore and pursue lasting change.
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Insomnia therapy is a tailored form of treatment that addresses chronic sleep disturbances, which can include problems with falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restorative sleep. The goal of Insomnia therapy is to enhance sleep quality, establish healthy sleep routines, and, in turn, improve an individual’s overall well-being by mitigating and reducing the adverse effects of persistent sleep deprivation.
Insomnia therapy combines therapeutic approaches, with a central focus on cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to modify sleep-disrupting thoughts and behaviors, integrating techniques like stimulus control, sleep restriction, and relaxation training. Thriveworks Kennesaw therapists will also emphasize sleep hygiene education and may include mindfulness and relaxation exercises to improve sleep quality, equipping individuals with effective strategies to enhance their sleep and overall well-being.
Common symptoms of insomnia include:
Symptoms of insomnia often look different for everyone; however, there are some warning signs that can signal the need for insomnia therapy. These include feeling anxious about bedtime, bedtimes getting later and later, energy peaking at night rather than during the day, and drastic caffeine consumption in order to stay awake.
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is one of the most effective forms of therapy for treating insomnia, working to modify sleep-disrupting thoughts and behaviors through strategies like sleep hygiene and sleep restriction.
Insomnia therapy at Thriveworks Kennesaw is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of insomnia therapy can vary based on the individual’s needs and progress in treatment. Typically, it involves a short series of sessions over a few weeks to a couple of months, with the number and length of sessions decided in consultation with the therapist. Some experience better sleep within this time, while others choose longer therapy to address complex sleep issues or maintain good sleep habits.
Many people start to see improvements in their sleep patterns after about two to three weeks of CBT-I. However, the duration and effectiveness will differ for everyone, so don’t worry if it takes a bit longer to have a strong effect.
Insomnia can quickly turn sweet, restful dreams into a restless nightmare. If you are like the many people who experience sleep disturbances, your mind and body are not getting the restorative sleep they need each night, and these sleepless nights have real consequences for your day: irritability, drowsiness, trouble focusing, and more. Sometimes, home remedies help for a while, but many times, insomnia sufferers need more.
If you have trouble falling asleep, if you wake after sleeping a few short hours, if you wake exhausted and drained, maybe insomnia has become your normal. But sleep disturbances are not normal, and insomnia counseling has helped many people find relief.
Are you living with insomnia but ready for better nights and days? Insomnia counselors at Kennesaw, GA take a thorough approach to insomnia therapy, and many of their their clients are now receiving the sleep their mind and body need.
The secret is out: sleep matters. Bodies need sleep to restore their nervous, muscular, immune, and skeletal systems. Sleep also improves the soul and mind. Adequate sleep can boost memory and cognitive ability. If sleep gives people all of these benefits, what if insomnia keeps people from getting enough sleep? Anyone who suffers from a sleep disturbance may have…
Insomnia is a serious but common problem. Are you living with any of these symptoms? Maybe, you wake up in the middle of the night. Maybe, you sleep for two hours, wake for four hours, and then sleep for two more hours. Maybe, you sleep for two to three hours and then are awake for the day. Maybe your mind and body have a hard time falling asleep. You are tired, but you lie in bed, awake for hours. Then, the sandman finally comes an hour or two before you have to start your day. Maybe, it seems like you sleep all night. However, instead of waking rested, you wake exhausted.
The causes of insomnia may be physical and/or emotional.
Sometimes, insomnia is its own issue. It may not have any accompanying mental or physical health problems or causes.
Insomnia can bring pain and frustration to the lives of those whose sleep is disturbed. Many people who suffer with insomnia wonder if they will ever sleep well again. If you have ever wondered this, know that cognitive behavior therapy has helped many people who suffer with sleep disruptions. The insomnia counselors at Thriveworks Kennesaw, GA offer their clients this thorough approach.
Our counselors help their clients by tailoring practical sleep strategies for them and addressing any specific emotional or physical causes for their insomnia. Our professionals know that underlying causes matter, but so does short-term relief from insomnia’s symptoms. That’s why we work with our clients for a multi-faceted approach. For example, they can help you understand and employ practical sleep strategies:
Following these practical sleep solutions has brought much-needed relief to many of our clients, but a thorough approach to insomnia counseling means addressing insomnia’s underlying causes, too. Your insomnia counselor will help you tackle and accomplish this mission.
Do you suffer from sleep disturbances? Seeking help from a caring, experienced insomnia counselor may be what you need to start working toward restful nights. Call Thriveworks Kennesaw, GA to schedule an appointment with one of our professionals.
Our insomnia counselors care about their clients, and they want to see them receive the help they need for their insomnia.
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