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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.
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.
I offer a nonjudgmental environment where clients may express themselves and work through their concerns about mental health....
I offer a nonjudgmental environment where clients may express themselves and work through their concerns about mental health.
Marva Calder is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 22 years of experience. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and other conditions in adults and seniors.
Marva earned her Master's degree in Nursing from Walden University. She offers telepsychiatry as well as evidenced-based therapeutic practices. Marva also provides holistic psychiatric care, patient and family-centered and compassionate care in order to improve each client's quality of life. She has had the privilege of working in a variety of practice areas, including psychiatric emergency rooms, medical departments, and psychiatric care units.
Marva's objective is to assist every client in then set way possible, while working to remove the stigma associated with mental health conditions. There should be no stigma attached to getting treatment. Marva looks forward to teaming together with you to help you find relief.
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.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Trauma therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on treating the psychological impact of traumatic events on individuals. Trauma therapy helps people process and heal from their trauma by guiding them through their trauma in a compassionate and supportive way, allowing clients to feel the full scope of what happened to them and eventually move on from the event(s). This process helps people who have experienced trauma find ways to feel safe in their lives.
Trauma therapy will often require individuals to walk through their experiences in a controlled and compassionate setting (unless the client has a dissociative disorder) so that they can fully process the event, an activity that will allow them to move on from what happened and feel safe again. Thriveworks Woodstock therapists will also help clients learn healthy coping mechanisms to deal with their symptoms outside of therapy.
Thriveworks trauma counseling in Woodstock, GA is conducted both in person and online through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If an individual is working through a single event that occurred during adulthood, they may only need a few months of treatment. However, in instances of childhood trauma or repeated traumatic events, therapy may continue over the course of years. Trauma therapy usually ends when the client believes they have met their therapeutic goals, however long that takes to occur. Thriveworks therapists in Woodstock, GA will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
“Trauma creates changes you don’t choose. Healing is about creating change you do choose.” –Michelle Rosenthal
An emotional, physical, or sexual trauma is something no one deserves to go through. It can have devastating effects on your thoughts, emotions, and behavior. But while some traumas may leave scars, healing is possible. And you don’t have to do it alone. The therapists at Thriveworks Trauma Counseling Woodstock are here to walk beside you as you heal and grow.
How we respond to a trauma will be very different from the person next to us. Each experience is real, painful, and scary. How we heal from a trauma will also be different. Many people may experience anxiety, depression, or anger as they process and respond to what happened to them. Sometimes how they feel will change frequently, other times it can feel like they’re stuck in the same spot for years.
A trauma can steal your peace and happiness, but you have the power to take it back. Healing isn’t always comfortable and reaching out takes immense courage. Thank you for showing that courage now. Our Thriveworks Woodstock counselors are here for you to lean on and learn from as you fight for the life you deserve.
What makes the human brain so extraordinary also makes it susceptible to trauma. Our brains fully interact and process the world at a speed and depth hardly imaginable. Trauma can actually mold the brain into an unhealthy version. When this happens, it can act like we’re always on the brink of danger. It’s as if you can’t trust your own brain- a frustrating experience to say the least.
Fortunately, the brain can also be molded back. Researchers coined the term neuroplasticity to describe how trauma (and other events) can disfigure the brain and its connections, but also how healing can occur. Together, you and a Thriveworks Woodstock Trauma counselor can rebuild your life the way you imagine it.
Symptoms of a trauma may include:
Trauma intrudes on all aspects of your life, creating too many symptoms to just list here. The type of trauma, personality, and previous experiences all go into shaping how you respond to a trauma. It can be isolating to not have anyone who understands. You don’t have to be alone anymore, though. Thriveworks Woodstock believe in putting the client first. We listen, guide, and support, but allow you to lead your own healing.
It’s always safest to call if you think you could benefit from talking to a professional. The quicker we start down the path of healing, the quicker you can have control of your life again.
Every Thriveworks counseling session will be unique to you and your situation. We strive to be your partner in the healing process, not your leader. Afterall, you know yourself best!
We do have a few tools that can help us on our way. Some of these include:
Healing from a trauma can seem impossible. Thriveworks Woodstock is here to reassure you that it’s not. You do have the strength to overcome your trauma. It’s not a walk in the park, but that’s why it is important to have a partner to walk beside you. We are here to maximize your time and get you to a healthy, happy place quicker than before.
Your present does not belong to your past. You can give us a call today and begin healing.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodstock is located near S Cherokee Ln and Highway 92, off I-575. It is near the Noonday Creek Trail and a short distance from the Little River Elementary School.
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