Joan Hall
Are you looking for a therapy experience that is non traditional to a typical office talk therapy session? Are you frustrated you are struggling with the same issues year after year despite several bouts of therapy? Are you open to trying something different and having therapy sessions at a farm setting surrounded by nature and farm animals? If this is intriguing, I invite you to continue reading. Counseling and Counselor Education Services of Georgia (CCESGA) is located at a private farm in McDonough, Georgia. Clinical practice incorporates equine interactions, the farm environment, nature, and biofeedback to enhance the psychotherapy experience with you toward meeting your therapy goals The therapeutic experiences at this non traditional healthcare setting simply cannot be provided or replicated in a traditional office setting yet it does not replace evidenced based care which is at the core of my practice.
I am a cognitive behavioral therapist with subspecialties incorporating equine interactions, the equine environment, mindfulness, and biofeedback.
You deserve a safe place to heal and grow. Whether you are challenged with anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, or other life issues that impede your happiness, I am here for you and look forward to working with you.
First session
Clients can expect a comfortable and safe setting outdoors; you may be greeted by a donkey when you arrive; our first session focuses on getting to know each other, discussing your reasons for therapy and your goals; we take time to get to know each other and I may ask alot of questions to help me understand who you are and what brings you to therapy; you will also learn about my theoretical orientation, what that means, and my approach to counseling.
Strengths
My niche is providing a safe, calm environment and incorporating experiential interactions outdoors with nature and equines.
Ideal clients
- Populations I work with include: Military, Military Veterans and Family Members, First Responders, Seniors , Adults - Challenges with Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, PTSD, Panic Attacks, Stress; Trauma, Obsessions and Compulsions, Boundaries -Clients that struggle with making progress in therapy after years of trying are a good fit for this practice. Mental Health Clinicians who need a safe space for self exploration are also a good fit.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am a cognitive behaviorist and to help clients challenge reoccurring thoughts to manage anxiety. We’ll use CBT to recognize how your values, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other and the interconnectedness with your body and overall wellness. I incorporate nature and farm animals to enhance the therapy experience and mind body connection. All sessions are held outdoors at a farm setting with access to cover during inclimate weather.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions3174 E Fairview Rd SW, McDonough, GA 30252