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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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I am dedicated to using my expertise to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to share their thoughts and feelings without judgment while guiding them on their journey toward a more fulfilling, balanced, and resilient life.
Karen Jacobs-White is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience. She supports individuals navigating issues such as anger, attachment issues, caregiver issues, chronic pain/illness/disability, codependency, communication problems, control issues, natural/human disaster, divorce/separation, addictions, family of origin, forgiveness, guilt/shame, isolation/loneliness, military family issues, mood disorders, multicultural concerns, panic disorders, PTSD, pregnancy/childbirth, relationship issues. Karen provides a warm environment where clients are encouraged to explore their emotions and move toward healing.
Karen holds a Master’s in Counseling from Webster University. She uses a comprehensive approach that includes acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, Gottman method, trauma-focused therapy, and internal family systems to tailor care to each client’s unique needs, always emphasizing safety, trust, and personal growth.
Karen empowers clients to take courageous steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. Her compassionate, client-centered approach helps individuals build resilience and reclaim a sense of purpose and well-being through therapy that meets them where they are.
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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...
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 challenges and move toward a life of purpose and joy.
Patrice Alexander a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about empowering others to prioritize self-care and achieve optimal well-being. Over 20 years, Patrice has dedicated her career to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from emotional and psychological pain. She believes in equipping clients with tools to navigate life's challenges, embrace their values, and create lives filled with joy. Patrice’s professional journey spans outpatient mental health, non-profits, private practice, and hospital settings.
Patrice has a Master’s in Community Counseling from Georgia State University. She takes a holistic approach to treatment and uses evidence-based practices to address the unique needs of individuals and families. These include mindfulness-based techniques, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy.
Patrice understands that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. She believes that your story matters, and so do you. In a compassionate, supportive space, Patrice will help you explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and create a path toward healing.
As a therapist, I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can fully express yourself as we work together toward heali...
As a therapist, I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can fully express yourself as we work together toward healing and growth.
Bryce Griggs is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience supporting individuals through emotional and psychological challenges. Bryce specializes in helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, and self-esteem concerns. He provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can heal, build resilience, and work toward lasting personal growth.
Bryce earned his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. He uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, and person-centered therapy, to empower clients on their healing journeys.
Bryce helps clients navigate emotional challenges with authenticity, care, and collaboration. He is passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where individuals feel heard and understood, encouraging personal growth, emotional resilience, and meaningful change.
Living in today's world filled with uncertainty, I truly understand how we can get stuck trying to manage challenging times and ev...
Living in today's world filled with uncertainty, I truly understand how we can get stuck trying to manage challenging times and events.
Esther Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (LCSW, CCTP) with over 30 years of clinical practice. She has a unique calling to serve others with dignity and respect. Helping adults and couples gain insight and become a better version of themselves is a vital part of Esther's clinical practice. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Esther utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). Her approach works best for clients who benefit from a structured approach of evidenced based interventions, worksheets, activities, and a desire to work towards their goals. She wants to see her clients succeed and enjoy what life has to offer with a positive outlook.
We all go through challenges in life. Esther is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to become a better version of yourself, learning new ways to cope with whatever issues you are faced with today. If you're ready to do the necessary work, schedule an appointment with her today!
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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In couple/marriage counseling, I go with an integrated approach that blends client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Through client-centered therapy, I create a safe and non-judgmental space where both partners can openly share their experiences, feelings, and concerns. This approach fosters a deep sense of being heard and understood, which is foundational for effective communication and connection. I incorporate CBT techniques to assist couples in identifying and challenging any unhelpful beliefs leading to negative emotions, thoughts, and behaviors that may be affecting their relationship dynamics. By exploring and addressing these underlying beliefs, couples can gain greater self-awareness and insight into their interactions within the relationship. The goal is to empower couples to manage their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors more effectively, leading to improved communication, healthier relationship dynamics, and enhanced overall well-being within the partnership.
In couples/marriage counseling, I integrate communication styles as a powerful tool alongside the CBT triangle. We explore how each partner's communication style influences their interactions and relationship dynamics. By understanding these styles, couples can work towards more effective and empathetic communication, fostering deeper understanding and connection. I encourage couples to be solution-focused vs. problem-focused, emphasizing the importance of seeking compromises and mutually beneficial solutions. We collaborate to identify practical strategies and compromises that address the challenges and conflicts within the relationship. These tools help empower couples to navigate difficulties together, fostering resilience and growth within their partnership.
In couple/marriage counseling, I often observe substantial progress in couples when they become more aware of their unhelpful beliefs and transition from negative thought patterns to a more positive outlook. This transformation is reflected in their improved communication skills, leading to greater understanding and connection with their partner. As they gain insights into the influence of perspective, they also recognize their ability to choose which perspectives to prioritize and invest energy in. Couples begin to approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, seeking compromises and mutually beneficial resolutions. Couples gain a healthier relationship dynamic which empowers them to navigate difficulties with resilience and cooperation.
As a valuable supplement to couples/marriage counseling, clients can enhance their emotional management skills by incorporating mindfulness practices and staying present with their feelings. By viewing emotions as signals that point to underlying unhelpful beliefs, clients can deepen their self-awareness of unconscious beliefs that are causing distress in the relationship. Writing down these unhelpful beliefs outside of therapy sessions can provide valuable insights into ingrained belief patterns, which can then be explored and restructured during counseling sessions. This proactive approach empowers clients to actively participate in their therapeutic process and fosters positive changes within themselves and their relationship dynamics.
Before their marriage/couples counseling intake, couples can take time to reflect on the challenges they're experiencing in the relationship. This reflection allows them to have a clear understanding of what they want to discuss and address with the counselor. It's also beneficial for couples to assess the strengths and weaknesses of their relationship, providing valuable context for the counseling process. Additionally, approaching the counseling session with a mindset focused on learning better communication strategies, solution-focused approaches, and the willingness to compromise can greatly enhance the effectiveness of the therapy.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
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.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Duluth is located near Abbotts Bridge Road and Parson Rd, off GA-141. It is near the Abbotts Bridge Recreation Area and the Standard Club.
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