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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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Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with childr...
Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, ADHD, trauma, and developmental issues. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia. Kristin utilizes strengths-based, solution-focused, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to meet the varying needs and personalities of each individual. Kristin seeks to establish a caring therapeutic relationship focused on your unique needs. She does this through the use of humor, creativity, and candor to build on your personal strengths to assist you in meeting your life goals.
As a woman of color, I understand the importance of acceptance and being heard....
As a woman of color, I understand the importance of acceptance and being heard.
Elouise Lamar is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping people. Elouise is easy to talk to and she is a good listener. She is accepting of everyone. Elouise understands some of life's circumstances are challenging. She has experience working with young adults, adult women, and men. She specializes in anger management, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship problems, stress, substance use disorders, alcohol and substance use, and trauma.
Elouise completed her Master's in Community Counseling at Argosy University. She has lived in several states and understands varying cultures and family dynamics. Her personal and professional experience allows her to support clients in making changes in their lives. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive behavioral interventions for substance abuse (CBI-SA), motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
Feeling alone, confused, frustrated, hurt, anxious, or sad, it takes courage and support to overcome challenges. Working with Elouise, she can help you gain insight regarding the issues you face. She is here to help you develop healthy ways to cope with your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Let her assist you on your personal growth journey. Schedule an appointment with her 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.
I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open....
I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia with 2 years of experience. My background includes working in both college settings and private practice with diverse clients focusing on grief, loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual identity, family issues, domestic violence, and gender identity. I work with clients 18 and older to create a safe and supportive environment where they can process emotions, gain clarity, and move toward their personal goals.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling Education from Georgia Southern University and am a National Certified Counselor. I use acceptance and commitment therapy to help clients explore values, face uncomfortable feelings, and build meaningful lives.
I believe every person can live a fulfilling life, and I am here to help you find the strength and resources within yourself. You deserve compassion, support, and the chance to be heard. I welcome clients from all identities and backgrounds, and I look forward to helping you take the next step in your journey.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.
Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.
The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.
Five stress management counseling strategies include:
Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.
Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.
Stress management treatment at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.
Without stress, we won’t study hard for that exam, push ourselves for that promotion, or reach for those goals. A lot of the times, stress is actually healthy!
But what happens when it’s not healthy? Stress is a normal and constant part of our lives, but it can get out of control quickly. We all have those days where one more thing will make us blow up, but what if that is nearly every day? What if stress has been so high and constant that you hardly notice it anymore, just the unhealthy coping mechanisms you’ve adapted.
Stress can be positive, but only if it’s properly managed. Stress is actually the biggest killer in the US! The impact it can have on our body and minds is much bigger than many expect and is important to address! The counselors at Thriveworks Savannah understand that balance is much easier said than done. But there is hope! You don’t have to be controlled by stress. With a little bit of help, you can control it.
Back when we had to hunt for our food and run away from predators, stress was crucial for our society. But now, most of us hunt for food in Walmart and the only predators we have to worry about is that pesky coworker. But our brains haven’t caught up with the times. The same system for stress that kept us alive during a natural disaster are at work when you’re walking through a crowd. Our brains are hard-wired for danger even if no danger is present!
The emotions and behaviors you’re experiencing are entire valid responses to the stress you’re feeling. Anything can bring about stress—financial problems, relationships, moves, life transitions, and so much more. When every little thing can trigger the ancient stress mechanism in your brain, is there a way out of the stress-cycle? Yes! Thriveworks Savannah counselors are experts at identifying the roots of stress and teaching healthy coping mechanisms.
When stress goes unmanaged, it manifests itself in unique ways. This is by no means a complete list, but some signs that stress is out of control include:
You deserve to have control of your stress again. Thriveworks Savannah is here to help guide you to that place of control and peace.
Just like how stress will never fully go away, neither should stress management. Finding the right coping mechanism for you can be a journey, but that’s what Thriveworks Savannah is here for. There is never a moment that should be overrun by stress. We strive to give you methods that you can practice outside of a counseling session so you can build a new lifestyle—one of peace.
Stress will always find another reason to pop up. Once one problem is solved, another stress-inducing problem comes up. To control your stress, you have to be the center of change, not your environment. (Although oftentimes changing the environment is very important as well!)
Some tools we may teach include:
Thriveworks Savannah always puts the client first in our counseling session, so each one is unique to you. There is no one way to combat stress, but together we can uncover the most effective way for you.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Savannah is located near E Broad St and E Congress St, off President St. It is just around the corner from Mother Mathilda Beasley Park and a short distance from the Savannah River.
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