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99  therapists available in Woodstock

Atlanta

This is a judgment-free space where you are welcome, accepted, and empowered....

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Atlanta

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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Peachtree City

I bring a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that honors each person’s lived experience while supporting meaningful and susta...

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Peachtree City

Karyn Kochan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Mediator in the state of Georgia. She is also a Certified Anger ...

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Atlanta

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...

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Dallas

As a woman who has dealt with my fair share of life’s ups and downs, I am passionate about helping others overcome their own ups a...

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Athens

When life gets complicated, sometimes it helps to be seen, heard, and understood in a safe and non-judgmental space. **Providing E...

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Athens

With a background in medical social work, I understand the emotional impact and mental health needs of children, adults, and aging...

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Dallas

I am a provider dedicated to ensuring that those seeking support for mental health receive the best quality care available....

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Atlanta

I help patients understand their symptoms and develop practical strategies for everyday challenges through a compassionate, clinic...

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Atlanta

As a therapist, I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can fully express yourself as we work together toward heali...

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Atlanta

Living in today's world filled with uncertainty, I truly understand how we can get stuck trying to manage challenging times and ev...

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Atlanta

With over 25 years of human/social services work experience, I am confident that I can guide clients toward a better version of th...

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Dacula

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have a genuine understanding of how we may be impacted by various traumas, ...

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Athens

As a bi-racial gay man raised in the American South, I am intimately familiar with building community, deepening an understanding ...

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Alpharetta

As an open-minded, compassionate mother with eclectic life experiences, I understand many diverse personalities and situations....

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Athens

As a person who has had many of life's challenges, I understand the need to seek out help when needed....

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Atlanta

Throughout my life, I’ve learned that all experiences are part of the journey. No matter the circumstances that come my way, I cho...

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Peachtree City

Jabreeka Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 10 years of experience providing a safe environment for a variet...

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Cumming

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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Dallas

As a woman of color who has faced challenges, I understand how hardship affects us and how learning new skills can restore our emp...

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Athens

I like to work with people and provide them unique opportunities to grow as they journey through life....

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Atlanta

I appreciate the importance of utilizing tools to help you grow at your own pace....

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Atlanta

Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, but we can chart a new path together, one step at a time. I’m here to help you unpack the past, ...

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Kennesaw

I aim to empower individuals who wish to overcome personal obstacles; now is the time to put your mental health first....

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Atlanta

As someone who has worked with individuals ages 3 through adulthood, I am aware that each stage of life has its own set of challen...

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Atlanta

As a 1st-generation Jamaican-American woman, I work to provide a safe therapeutic space for people who hold multiple intersectiona...

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Athens

I approach therapy as a fellow human who believes in the power of compassion, curiosity, and steady support, and I strive to help ...

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Atlanta

Cassi Haberler is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counseling Supervisor in the state of Georgia. She ...

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Lawrenceville

Since my husband and I have been in a relationship for 11 years and married for almost 7 years, I can understand the lows and high...

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Lawrenceville

I know how hard it can be to put yourself first, but I believe real growth starts when you permit yourself to slow down, show up h...

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Dallas

As a clinician shaped by lived experience, resilience, and personal struggle, I bring an authentic understanding of how identity, ...

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Atlanta

I believe counseling may be best understood as a collaboration that seeks to resolve your issues and concerns....

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Smyrna

My mantra is “progress, not perfection,” which speaks to the fact that we all have room for growth but should not feel pressured t...

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Smyrna

As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in understanding how the past impacts today's behaviors, thoughts, and choices....

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Atlanta

Carrie Eagles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia and California who has a genuine curiosity about people. Ca...

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Atlanta

As a Black, queer woman and therapist with my own healing journey, I understand how identity, trauma, and survival shape the nervo...

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Dacula

When it comes to connecting with others, I think listening, being present, and bringing empathy, kindness, and honesty are essenti...

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Alpharetta

Stephanie Catrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She has over 8 years of experience working with ad...

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Peachtree City

Allison Beal is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who has 14 years of experience partnering with children,...

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Atlanta

I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open....

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Atlanta

As a woman with a unique background, I am a passionate ally and lifelong learner committed to social justice. I am drawn to the me...

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Atlanta

As a woman who has experienced many life challenges, adjustments, and losses, I understand the importance of therapy. My work cent...

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Peachtree City

As a mother and woman of color, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate life transitions while trying to hold everyt...

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Smyrna

As a person of color, I have been able to identify with some minority issues/concerns....

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Peachtree City

I am dedicated to using my expertise to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to share their thoughts and f...

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Atlanta

Bennecia (Nisi) is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She has...

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Peachtree City

You are braver than you believe and stronger than you seem....

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Atlanta

Dr. Heather Page is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 13 years of experience providing empirically-supported, high-...

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Peachtree City

I am a 26-year-old Black woman and therapist passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults, offering a fresh perspectiv...

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Smyrna

With experience working with a diverse background of different ages, diagnoses, and identities, I aim to create a nonjudgmental sp...

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Kennesaw

"To walk a mile begins with a single step" As a therapist and an individual who has experienced trauma, loss and emotional pain, I...

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Cumming

Leslie believes everyone faces conflict and difficult situations in their lives at one time or another. She believes some experien...

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Cumming

As a woman who once struggled to balance authenticity with the pressure to please others, I know firsthand the journey of building...

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Peachtree City

Harold “Jay” Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. J...

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Dacula

I bring personal and professional diversity to my work and am committed to treating you with dignity, respect, and authenticity....

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Kennesaw

As a seasoned clinician, I take an empathetic and collaborative approach in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome shor...

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Lawrenceville

I believe that as people become more aware and accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding a sense of peace and cont...

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Atlanta

As a mother, military leader, athlete, and counselor from a diverse background, I understand the resilience it takes to navigate l...

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Atlanta

As a Black female therapist, I value authenticity and connection, and draw on my personal experience to help others navigate life'...

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Lawrenceville

I offer a nonjudgmental environment where clients may express themselves and work through their concerns about mental health....

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Duluth

I am passionate about helping young adults as they adjust to new lifestyles with their own struggles in order to live more meaning...

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Lawrenceville

I understand that life and relationships can feel overwhelming when we are working at it alone, sometimes that extra ear is all th...

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Smyrna

Are you looking for a therapist who understands life challenges, mental health issues, life transitions, loss and grief, disabilit...

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Cumming

Hannah has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has been a licensed therapist since 2014. She has worked i...

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Peachtree City

My goal as your therapist is to support you in facing, understanding, and coping with the behaviors, thought patterns, and emotion...

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Smyrna

As a therapist, I believe each person has a unique story that deserves to be heard, strengths that deserve to be found and used, a...

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Marietta

As a woman with life experience in parenting, marriage, grief, career changes, and multicultural living, I offer a grounded, compa...

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Dallas

As a woman from a multicultural background within the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand the importance of creating safe, kind space...

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Atlanta

As a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who deeply values creating inclusive, affirming spaces, I understand that finding a...

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Atlanta

Having an empathetic ear and heart allows me to listen to clients with compassion and understanding....

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Smyrna

As a queer neurodivergent person, I'm well-equipped to help clients build self-compassion and practice self-advocacy....

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Dallas

I believe therapy should be client-driven and I look forward to helping others heal at their own pace....

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Lawrenceville

As an African American woman, I understand the complexities of mental health concerns due to a variety of cultural factors....

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Peachtree City

Rebecca Stevens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with seven years of experience supporting adolescents, adult...

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Atlanta

As a provider who has close associates with psychiatric issues, I understand what it takes to give care to individuals who present...

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Peachtree City

As a black, female licensed therapist, I bring a culturally sensitive and empowering approach to therapy, drawing from my own expe...

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Lawrenceville

Aunteryo Malcom is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who has 5 years experience supporting adults, teens, ...

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Peachtree City

In our diverse world, we commonly strive for acceptance, relationships, inner peace, and happiness, all for which I provide guidan...

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Athens

I work hard to provide a safe, affirming, and honest space for all because I understand the importance of being heard, being seen,...

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Atlanta

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and I’m here to walk with you on your journey to well-being as we navigate chall...

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Peachtree City

As a man of color and having successfully worked with diverse client populations in one-on-one, family, and group settings, I woul...

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Peachtree City

I genuinely believe the foundation of healthy relationships is empathy for ourselves, so I strive to create a safe space for my cl...

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Smyrna

Darrell earned his Master’s degree in Community Mental Health Counseling at Malone University in 2008. While in school, he lead ...

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Atlanta

My primary goal is to serve my patients by providing care that is collaborative, comprehensive, and respectful, giving all patient...

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Smyrna

Lisa Salyer is a Licenced Clinical Social worker with over five years of experience in the mental health field. She received her M...

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Kennesaw

As a single mother of 4 children I know and understand the unique challenges that come with parenting on your own and still making...

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Smyrna

As an African American woman, wife, and mother, I understand the unique issues that come with family structure and the importance ...

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Peachtree City

I am a firm believer that your mental wellbeing is just as important as your physical wellbeing....

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Marietta

Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with childr...

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Smyrna

I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore and achieve your personal goals....

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Atlanta

Having over 20 years of experience in this field has allowed me the privilege of building great rapport and therapeutic working re...

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Dacula

In life, there will be times that you feel out of control and you cannot seem to get a handle on your thoughts, emotions, and circ...

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Atlanta

As an African American female who dared to challenge cultural norms within societal and family systems, in search of my own unique...

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Atlanta

Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia. She has spent her career partnering with her clients a...

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Atlanta

As an African American woman, I understand how mental health and family secrets can be subjects to never speak about—only prayed a...

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Alpharetta

I am a compassionate therapist who values open, collaborative conversations and walks alongside teens, adults, couples, and famili...

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Starting EMDR therapy in Woodstock

What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on assisting individuals in processing traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional intensity, and facilitating the integration of the traumatic experience into their past, enabling them to progress in their lives. This process follows four steps: history-taking, preparing the client, assessing the target memory, and processing the memory and finding an adaptive resolution. After this, Thriveworks EMDR therapists in Woodstock will continue to help individuals process the memory and evaluate the results of the treatment to ensure its effectiveness.

Who could benefit from EMDR?

EMDR is primarily employed to aid individuals who have endured trauma, including those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who have experienced other distressing life events.

Who should not do EMDR?

EMDR therapy is generally less suitable for individuals currently experiencing acute trauma or those who have not yet acquired fundamental coping and distress tolerance skills. To engage in EMDR therapy effectively, one must possess a certain degree of distress tolerance.

What is the success rate of EMDR therapy?

EMDR tends to be very effective in relieving the negative symptoms associated with trauma. In a study performed by Francine Shapiro called The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences (2014), results showed that after just three EMDR sessions, 84% of participants reported a remission of PTSD diagnosis. EMDR will often have a higher success rate for survivors of a single traumatic event than for those who have experienced repeated or multiple instances of trauma when EMDR is performed for the same amount of time. This is due to the increased intensity of the trauma and the need to process multiple events.

How much does EMDR therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Is EMDR therapy conducted in person or online?

If you’re looking for EMDR therapists in Woodstock, GA, you’re in luck. EMDR therapy at Thriveworks can be conducted both in person at one of our many offices around the U.S. and online via remote video conferencing. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is EMDR usually?

Generally, EMDR is a shorter-term therapy, typically encompassing multiple sessions. While some individuals may make substantial progress within just a few sessions, others may opt for an extended treatment period, particularly if dealing with complex or severe trauma or conditions.

Need more help deciding?

There are physical scars that will stay with us long after an accident, and then there are the mental and emotional scars. Like physical scars, they can take a long time to fade away. Unlike physical scars, emotional and mental scars usually need a little help healing.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a tool Thriveworks Woodstock can use to help the healing process along its way.

When you’re in the midst of a mental illness like depression, PTSD, eating disorders, or the like, it can be easy to think that you’re stuck like this. The lie that maybe this is just part of who we are and there’s no way to heal is all too easy to believe and entirely untrue.

Thriveworks Woodstock EMDR therapists want you to heal fully from the pain in your life. EMDR is one such way we can get there.

What Is EMDR?

The brain wants to be mentally healthy. It’ll work to heal and grow, but just like how a wound can’t heal with a foreign object stuck inside, we can’t emotionally and mentally heal when negative, distressing experiences go unresolved in our minds.

These experiences can be of the severe trauma type or the everyday distresses we encounter. EMDR was initially formed as a treatment for PTSD and trauma and has proved incredibly powerful in overcoming trauma (some studies have shown 84%-90% of single-trauma victims have significant reduction in symptoms after just three 90-minute sessions.) Because it is so successful in treating trauma, it also excels at treating the everyday memories people have relating to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and low self-esteem.

Great, but what is EMDR? Thriveworks Woodstock ensures you it’s not just some hippy formula. It’s backed by science and was heavily researched before introduced to clients.

EMDR’s goal is to transform the emotional power a memory has in your mind. In a session, you’ll fixate on a strong image relating to the painful memory, a negative belief about yourself, and any emotions and physical sensations associated with that. Then, using lateral eye movement, your brain explores the memory and related emotions.

At its core, EMDR is a way to accelerate the counseling process. It is about self-driven healing that focuses on your negative beliefs and how you want to change them. Your Thriveworks Woodstock counselor will of course be there to facilitate, but EMDR is about giving power back to you, even in the face of severe emotional pain.

You have lived in the gripes of painful memories and destructive self-beliefs for too long. With EMDR and Thriveworks Woodstock, healing is possible.

Is EMDR for you?

EMDR can be intense process. Partly because it is so accelerated in accessing trapped memories and processing negative emotions, the emotional whiplash can sometimes surprise clients. Our Thriveworks Woodstock counselors will make sure you have the coping tools you need before starting an EMDR session and will walk with you every step of the way.

Just because we’re using EMDR instead of traditional talk therapy doesn’t mean Thriveworks Woodstock’s focus is different. We will always keep you at the center of our session. Sometimes, EMDR isn’t a good fit for someone. If that’s the case, we have many other tools to practice and further the healing process. Counseling is a way to provide healing and hope, and there are many avenues to get there.

If you are interested in EMDR, give us a call and we can further discuss your interest. As a brief overview, EMDR has proven effective in treating:

  • Trauma (of all kinds- sexual, physical, emotional, relational abuse single-event, or prolonged trauma)
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Addictions
  • Panic Attacks

These are just the most popular uses EMDR has. It works best as a counseling treatment for past events that have strong imagery and emotions attached to them. However, any counseling is leaps and bounds better than no counseling. If you are curious about EMDR but don’t think you fit the perfect EMDR client, give Thriveworks Woodstock a call. You might find more benefit from it than you expect.

Thriveworks Woodstock understands that the pain you are going through is immense. It might feel like your whole life is taken over, and that’s a frustrating and scary place to be. Our counselors are here for you. We don’t have a magic cure, but we will help you stand and walk with you until you are excited and unafraid of the path you’ve chosen for yourself.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Woodstock accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Woodstock
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

5.0 Thriveworks Woodstock reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
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My 16 yr old daughter had been struggling with mood swings and depression/anxiety for a few years. We tried talk therapy first with a therapist but as she got older, the issues persisted. I contacted Thriveworks to seek out further help and everyone I engaged with was very helpful, very clear about the billing process and the psychiatry care schedule. We have had three sessions now with provider Melissa Gray and the care has been awesome. My daughter's mental health has been great and she is coping with things much better. It had been challenging to find the psychiatric care my daughter needed with other facilities either not taking new patients or being limited in the care provided. Thriveworks answered my call immediately and were able to get our first telemed appt within a few days. I strongly recommend Thriveworks!
Read more My 16 yr old daughter had been struggling with mood swings and depression/anxiety for a few years. We tried talk therapy first with a therapist but as she got older, the issues persisted. I contacted Thriveworks to seek out further help and everyone I engaged with was very helpful, very clear about the billing process and the psychiatry care schedule. We have had three sessions now with provider Melissa Gray and the care has been awesome. My daughter's mental health has been great and she is coping with things much better. It had been challenging to find the psychiatric care my daughter needed with other facilities either not taking new patients or being limited in the care provided. Thriveworks answered my call immediately and were able to get our first telemed appt within a few days. I strongly recommend Thriveworks!
Woodstock Jun 2022
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★★★★★
Very updated website, easily accessible. Basic info is quite informative, highly recommended.
Woodstock May 2022
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Amazing people!
Woodstock Feb 2022
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Outstanding service! Very attentive and caring. Provided very useful information.
Woodstock Feb 2022
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I am so thankful to have found counsel with Ms. Porter. She has given me great coping strategies and is diligent in helping me walk through challenges and finding viable solutions. I started counseling in September and believe that I would not be able to navigate through the recent challenges had it not been for extensive counseling with Ms. Porter.
Read more I am so thankful to have found counsel with Ms. Porter. She has given me great coping strategies and is diligent in helping me walk through challenges and finding viable solutions. I started counseling in September and believe that I would not be able to navigate through the recent challenges had it not been for extensive counseling with Ms. Porter.
Woodstock Jan 2022
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★★★★★
DeShawn provided world-class support for me during a time of transformation and confusion. He sat patiently with me and guided me to better understand my triggers, my strengths and my weaknesses so I can be a more formed person and more importantly, a kinder being to my self. Definitely recommend DeShawn for any therapeutic needs.
Read more DeShawn provided world-class support for me during a time of transformation and confusion. He sat patiently with me and guided me to better understand my triggers, my strengths and my weaknesses so I can be a more formed person and more importantly, a kinder being to my self. Definitely recommend DeShawn for any therapeutic needs.
Woodstock Jan 2022
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I was skeptical about doing therapy online but Ms. Parker made everything really welcoming and it has helped so much. I only write this so that anyone who is also skeptical knows how much Thriveworks has made this a positive experience and maybe they won't hesitate either
Read more I was skeptical about doing therapy online but Ms. Parker made everything really welcoming and it has helped so much. I only write this so that anyone who is also skeptical knows how much Thriveworks has made this a positive experience and maybe they won't hesitate either
Woodstock Oct 2021
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My 16 yr old daughter has been with Raven for a short time and already has had success in behavior and emotional healing. Raven is very brilliant, nurturing and caring, an excellent therapist. We are so thankful she is guiding our daughter in a healthy direction.
Read more My 16 yr old daughter has been with Raven for a short time and already has had success in behavior and emotional healing. Raven is very brilliant, nurturing and caring, an excellent therapist. We are so thankful she is guiding our daughter in a healthy direction.
Woodstock Jun 2021
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodstock is located at 3221 S Cherokee Ln. You can find us in the Weatherstone Office Park, conveniently situated off S Cherokee Ln with easy access from Highway 92. Our office is directly across from ExtraSpace Storage, just past the shopping center holding the Invisible Fence dealer.

Phone number

(770) 284-9092

Languages spoken by GA providers

  • English
  • Creole
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