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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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I appreciate the importance of utilizing tools to help you grow at your own pace....
I appreciate the importance of utilizing tools to help you grow at your own pace.
Sydney Kilpatrick is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 5 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults. Sydney is eager to assist clients in identifying and processing emotions and thoughts as well as developing plans tailored to their needs and therapeutic goals. Sydney also specializes in anxiety, depression, boundaries, grief, and self-esteem. Sydney received her Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University (Psychology) and a Master of Science from Clayton State University (Clinical Counseling and Psychology).
Sydney utilizes active listening and empathy skills to encourage self-compassion and increase self-esteem in a "no judgment" zone. Her practice focus areas are depression, anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, emotion management, positive self-talk, and self-care.
We all view and experience life differently, and we all deserve to be heard and give ourselves grace. Sydney believes in walking next to you on your journey, supporting your independence and ability to problem-solve and make healthy decisions. If you are ready to make a change and walk in your truth, schedule an appointment with her today!
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At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Atlanta, GA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Atlanta is located near Piedmont Road NE and Pharr Road NE, off GA-400. It is close to the Atlanta History Center and the Buckhead Library.
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