Find a licensed online therapist in Lakeland, GA

I am licensed in Georgia with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma. I also have experience working with abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Hello! I am Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott, I earned a PhD. in Counselor Education and Supervision. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with over 5 years of direct counseling experience. I live in Georgia with my family, 2 dogs, and a betta fish named Vivia. I helped clients who suffer with anxiety, stress management, depression, identity intersectionality, grief, and trauma. I have spent many years working with college students, African-American gay men in college, and adolescents. I also help African-American youth to explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, and also how to remain resilient. I believe that each client is unique and diverse, as such, I prefer to integrate perspectives from multiple theoretical approaches that is a suitable fit for the client. I utilize assessment instruments to help clients understand their concerns. I believe the intersectionality with each client’s identity should be affirmed. I am trained in multicultural therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and solution focused brief therapy. I prefer engaging in warm dialogues with clients. I believe that when a client experiences warmth from a counselor, unique opportunities emerge for the client to engage in honest communication. My only goal for counseling is to assist my client regain control and eventually lead healthier, happier, and a more fulfilled life. I am committed to assisting you to overcome the challenges that you are facing. I feel honored and privileged to support you along your journey.

“Life is like a coin, you can spend it on anything you choose, however you can only spend it once, therefore make the most out of it.”- Candace M. Johnson Greetings, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 to 10 years’ experience within the mental health field. I hold a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology, acquired from North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University. Upon the completion of my undergraduate studies, I obtained my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, Atlanta (formerly known as the Georgia Professional School of Psychology). I've received rigorous training through my psychiatric practicum at Emory Decatur Hospital/Atlanta, GA. My training consists of completing psychiatric assessments with the medical and mental health population, crisis intervention within an emergency room setting, conducting psychoeducational groups, and the development of ethical and effective clinical skills. My professional experience includes counseling individuals within an acute inpatient psychiatric setting, in person and telephonic crisis intervention, coordination of behavioral health services and conducting extensive psychological assessments to determine an individual’s level of safety. I have worked/counseled the following populations: Children and Adolescents, Young Adults, General Adults. My main theory of choice is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. However, I tailor my therapeutic techniques, based off the individual’s presenting signs and symptoms. I also believe in establishing a genuine professional/therapeutic relationship with the individual, because that is the most effective way to see change within the individual. Areas of Special Expertise: Stress Management Career Counseling Psychotic Disorders Care Giver Support

Serving more than fourteen years as a Georgia licensed professional and certified rehabilitation counselor has provided me with the opportunity to address individuals' needs who experience depression, anxiety, interpersonal and family challenges, grief and loss, caretaking challenges, trauma and stress, domestic violence, work, career concerns, disability management (neurocognitive and neurodevelopmental, TBI and vision), mood as well as trauma and related disorders. Everyone experiences challenges in their life, and my approach is to find out where individuals tend to get "stuck", and enable them to identify concerns in order to move forward. Having a person centered approach that encourages exploration, resolution and wholeness. Engagement, encourages exploration and resolution of who we are, which is (mind) thoughts,(emotions) feelings, (body) physical and spirit (soul, rituals, beliefs, traditions, shadows) selves along with perceptions and blockages related to mother/father wounding. Various approaches are used in sessions including cognitive behavioral, psycho-dynamic, dialectical, narrative, mindfulness, attachment, emotionally and solution focused therapies. Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (Ret), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, EMDR (Certificate-Completion of Training) Star Behavioral Health Provider: Trainings in Unified Protocol, Written Exposure and Prolonged Exposure therapies Owner of Inner Door Consulting, LLC. , "May your inner door be kept closed so that only good comes to you."

I am licensed in Georgia with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & bipolar disorder. I specialize in Substance Abuse Disorders. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Thank you for stopping by and taking time to learn a little more about me! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who is in private practice in Georgia. After spending 40 years in church music ministry, I resigned from full-time ministry and returned to college to earn my master's degree in Psychology. After graduating from Argosy University in 1995, I worked in Public Mental Health for 15 years, and in 2010 left that venue and opened my solo private practice where I continue to work today. My primary area of interest is working with couples who plan to be married, or with couples who need help restoring their marriage to a healthy status. I am a Level 3 Gottman Therapist. I believe in traditional marriage. I am blessed to have been married to my wife since 1965. We know what it's like to have marriage problems and to work through those problems. I believe there is no problem so great that it cannot be conquered if there is just a little bit of "one more try" left in both of you. I am also a Court Approved Counselor who works with individuals who have been court ordered for anger management counseling. I also work with individuals who are not court mandated but who want to work on their anger issues. I look forward to speaking with you about your specific needs.

I am a licensed clinician with over 27 years of behavioral health experience. I have worked closely with individuals, families, couples, military personnel, veterans, the LGBTQ community, celebrities, people suffering from acute health illnesses, addictive disorders, psychiatric issues, ex-offenders and prison populations. I’m skilled in providing support to clients that are coping with grief and loss, navigating life changes, presenting with relationship issues and experiencing immigration and acculturation challenges. I am committed to creating an open and safe environment for my clients where thoughts and feelings can be shared without the fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support you on your journey.

I am licensed in Georgia with 9 years of professional work experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Georgia with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Georgia with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

As a licensed therapist in Georgia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges with compassion and expertise. My practice focuses on helping clients work through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem concerns. I provide a supportive environment for exploring personal growth, communication challenges, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is deeply affirming and inclusive, with particular expertise in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, veterans, and those experiencing workplace stress, relationship difficulties, and personal identity exploration. I'm committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can heal, develop resilience, and rediscover their inner strength. I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients address a wide range of experiences, including social anxiety, panic disorders, attachment issues, sexual assault recovery, and challenges related to discrimination. My goal is to empower you to develop meaningful coping strategies, enhance self-love, and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life. I am a geek and will sometimes bring this into therapy when it will help my clients. Do you need to work on identity development, I have a Star Trek exercise for that. We can use DnD character sheets and RPGs to help you level up skills and tools. Tell me why your favorite book character is so relatable? What class do you usually roll when you play an RPG that can help me understand a bit about your personality. I will meet you where you are and walk with you towards your goals, I will challenge you, support you, encourage you and hopefully help you grow.

I am licensed in Georgia with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and National Certified Addiction Counselor with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. For more than two decades, I’ve had the privilege of supporting adults across the lifespan—including young adults and older adults—as they navigate life’s emotional, relational, and spiritual challenges. My therapeutic approach is trauma informed and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, and I can integrate faith based psychotherapy when a client requests it. I consider myself a practical and collaborative therapist, and I work to create a safe, compassionate environment where people can explore their stories with honesty, courage, and hope. I draw on insight, humor, and empathy to help clients work through feelings of isolation, shame, anxiety, and uncertainty while building resilience, purpose, and emotional clarity. I have extensive experience supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, and substance use disorders, as well as those navigating major life transitions. I also have a deep commitment to men’s mental health, workplace stress, blended family dynamics, attachment concerns, and recovery from relational wounds or sexual assault. In my work with older adults, I help individuals and families navigate aging, cognitive changes, memory concerns, and shifting roles with dignity and compassion. At the heart of my practice is a simple belief: every person has strengths, gifts, and the capacity for healing. My role is to walk alongside you, honor your story, and support your movement toward greater wholeness and a more meaningful, satisfying life.

I'm a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. My work centers on creating a safe, affirming space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. I bring a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing on evidence-based practices to support your unique journey. I have particular experience working with trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, and co-occurring challenges. I'm also skilled in supporting individuals navigating identity, relationships, workplace concerns, life transitions, and questions around purpose and self-worth. My practice welcomes all identities and experiences. I'm committed to culturally responsive care and to honoring the full complexity of who you are—including your values, background, and lived experience. I work with young adults, first responders, military-connected individuals, and anyone seeking meaningful support. Whether you're processing grief, managing panic or social anxiety, healing from abuse, exploring gender identity, or simply seeking clarity and connection, I'm here to walk alongside you. I believe in your capacity for growth and healing, and I'm honored to support you as you move forward.