Finding A therapist in Atlanta, Georgia
Finding a therapist in Atlanta is not always easy! You live in the Atlanta metro area. Traffic is horrific most of the time. So, if that therapist who you feel is a great fit for you is very far from you, it could take you potentially an hour or two just to get to them. By the time you drive to their office, your stress level has just doubled from sitting in traffic. This can make finding a therapist who does what you need even harder. So how do you find the support you really need when you need it, without having to settle for a therapist who doesn’t really do what you need just because they are close? If you are looking for a counselor, psychologist, or therapist in Atlanta - I’d like to help you find someone who can really help.
I want to help you find a therapist in Atlanta, GA
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is hard enough without the added challenge of traffic. Here are some tips to help you in that process.
Tip #1: Consider seeing an online therapist.
Covid-19 changed a lot for the field of mental health and there are more therapists offering online sessions than there were before. You might find yourself wondering if online is less effective then face to face.
Tip #2: Consider looking for a therapist near where you work.
If you are admitted about finding a therapist you can meet with in person, you can try looking for one near where you work or another place you visit often. Maybe there is a therapist with a location near the daycare or gym you use.
Tip #3: write out a list of what you want to accomplish in therapy.
Writing it down helps you to stay on target with what you want from therapy as you interview therapists. This list will also help you determine if what you are doing is working after you get started seeing someone. Once you have your list, ask the therapist or psychologist you are interviewing about their experience working with this challenge. It’s also okay if you are having trouble articulating what exactly it is that needs to change for you to feel better. Share this with the therapist you are interviewing about their services and ask them if they can help you flush this out.
Tip #4: determine how much you are able and willing to invest in therapy.
Therapy is an investment toward aligning your life to create greater happiness and joy. Determine beforehand how much you can afford to pay to see someone.
Tip #5: Watch for red flags.
Pay attention to how you feel when you meet with the therapist for the first time. If you plan to see someone in person, notice how you feel as you enter the waiting room and their office. Years ago I went to a new massage therapist that had a TV in the waiting room with a nature channel showing a predator animal attaching and killing its prey. Watching that right before going in for my massage, left me feeling anxious and it was harder to get the benefits of the massage I was looking for. I never went back because the environment couldn’t provide me with what I needed.
Do you feel a connection with the therapist? You are entering into a relationship. Does talking to them bring you a send of relief? If they blame you for your challenges, it might do more harm than good to see them. Do you feel heard or is the therapist distracted? Trust yourself and don’t be afraid to move on if you are not feeling it with a particular therapist. This is your life and your progress, and it’s important to feel comfortable with who you choose.
A free 15-phone consultation for therapy in Atlanta
I hope this helps you find the right therapist in Atlanta. If you are still feeling stuck, feel free to call me at (678) 744-5369 or click here to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. I’d be happy to hear about what is happening and help direct you to the right person. I specialize in working with those struggling with the effects of trauma, toxic family relationships, depression, anxiety, or parenting a traumatized child.
