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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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Harold “Jay” Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. J...
Harold “Jay” Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. Jay is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address everyday stress, anxiety, and depression. He enjoys helping them learn to cope with these obstacles and walk alongside as clients overcome challenges. Jay has worked with a range of clients who have both mental and physical disabilities, he understands that everyone is unique with their own unique challenges and strengths.
Jay completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology with a minor in Family and Child Development at the University of Georgia and his Master of Education (MEd) in Professional Counseling at the University of West Georgia. He is a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Jay utilizes person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with whatever suits the client in their personal growth.
Since the pandemic, we have seen an increase in anxiety, depression, and stress. You are not alone in your struggle! Jay is confident that he will be able to help you work through any challenges you face. If you are ready to take the next step, schedule an appointment with him today.
Remember, it's not who you are that holds you back; it's who you think you're now”- Denis Waitley. As a Black woman and the oldest...
Remember, it's not who you are that holds you back; it's who you think you're now”- Denis Waitley. As a Black woman and the oldest daughter and sister in my family, I understand the responsibility, resilience, and emotional complexity that can come with growing up in families that don’t always follow a traditional path.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) in the state of Georgia, with nine years of experience working in a variety of mental health settings. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address trauma and navigate life’s challenges. My clinical work focuses on supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, trauma, family-related difficulties, and major life transitions.
My approach blends trauma-informed care with practical skillbuilding to help children, adolescents, and adults navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and life challenges. Clients can expect a supportive, culturally aware space focused on healing, resilience, and the development of tools for lasting personal growth.
We all go through challenges in our lives, but how we respond and react to situations is what makes us different from others. I am confident I can assist you with overcoming mental and emotional barriers in every aspect of your life journey. Remember: Your identity is tied to whatever you give your heart to.
As a Black and Latina woman who grew up with a military parent and an immigrant parent, I understand the unique challenges of iden...
As a Black and Latina woman who grew up with a military parent and an immigrant parent, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and adapting to multiple cultures.
Hi! My name is Michelle Flood and I am a multicredentialed, multi-degreed, and multi-disciplined mental health professional with 25 years in the healthcare field. I have a Bachelor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies from Miami University, a Master of Science in Art Therapy from Florida State University, and a Master of Business and Administration from Savannah State University. Although I have worked with clients of all ages, my specialty ages that I serve are the children/adolescent and geriatric populations. These populations often struggle expressing their feelings and it is my pleasure to assist!
As a therapist who has also been a client, I know the thought of trying therapy can be anxiety-provoking and stress-inducing, especially for my aforementioned specialty populations. Because of that, I specialize in making my clients feel comfortable with the therapy process so it feels like a safe space to express themselves without judgment.
Life can be so tough sometimes, making it difficult for us to engage in self-care. However, it can be so much easier to manage with a therapist's help. Being a therapy client myself has helped me so much throughout my life and I enjoy paying it forward. I would love the opportunity to work with you and assist with your self-care journey!
Jabreeka Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 13 years of experience providing a safe environment for a variet...
Jabreeka Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 13 years of experience providing a safe environment for a variety of populations of all ages including, but not limited to, adolescents, adults, and couples who are dealing with relationship issues, school or work-related stress, anxiety, depression, life transitional issues, and dysfunctional family dynamics.
Jabreeka completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Clark Atlanta University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on Child and Adolescent Counseling at Richmont Graduate University.
Jabreeka meets clients where they are, utilizing an eclectic approach, including cognitive behavioral, person-centered, positive psychology, gestalt, emotionally-focused, and mindfulness techniques, always maintaining the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. She is committed to building a relationship of trust and rapport with each client, which is essential to the counseling process. Jabreeka’s empathy and compassion help clients feel comfortable, safe, and unjudged.
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My go-to approach for helping a teen in therapy is first to establish a rapport with the individual I will be meeting with. For trust to be established and maintained, I will review the terms of confidentiality with all members of the family, especially as it pertains to safety but also emphasizing the rights of the teen involved in therapy. I will ensure that parents/guardians are comfortable with me meeting with their child and encourage family involvement to help enforce lessons, systems, and changes their teen and I may discuss. I like to use collaborative therapy strategies to help the teen feel like the expert in their lives as well as use relationship cycles to understand problem cycles and to better comprehend what changes can be beneficial to make. In my experience, behaviors appear to be driven by a need, so understanding what those needs may be and working as a family unit together has been the most effective in my practice.
The tools I teach in therapy with a teen vary depending on the age and presenting problem of the adolescent. Emotional regulation skills, communication skills, and relationship cycle work are examples of tools that may be discussed and taught in sessions.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in therapy with a teen when the client and their family each report improvement in relationship dynamics or a decrease in unwanted behaviors or behavioral cycles.
Clients can supplement their time in therapy by enforcing skills and tools reviewed in therapy to help encourage and promote desired changes. I find that tools can be helpful for the parents/grown-ups as well to help them self-regulate and model preferred responses from their child(ren).
To prepare for their first therapy session, a family can create a plan for therapy. Helping a child feel heard and like their feelings are important, even about attending therapy, is important. When a person feels “forced” to do something, it can definitely impact the effectiveness of therapy.
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 Kennesaw 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 Kennesaw, 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.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kennesaw is located near Cherokee Street NW and Jiles Road, off I-75. It is near the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History and right by Kennesaw State University.
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