Have you ever felt so overwhelmed with life’s challenges that it seems almost impossible to find calmness within the storm of your life? Do the waves of your worries seem to grow stronger crashing against the vessel of your mind and body? Is it becoming more difficult to hold onto the steers of chartering the course of your life? You’ve found the right place to dock your ship. Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida. I earned my Masters from Brenau University and have been practicing for 10 years. I am also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) and I am certified in Basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) which is an approach helpful for addressing trauma and other related concerns. I help adults navigate through life's uncharted challenges in a safe, nurturing, and self-empowering manner. Together, we will use the compass of our minds to navigate through the sea of your life. Welcome aboard and let’s sail together on a journey where through the winds and waves you’ll embark on a mission for change and acceptance.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we will start with brief introductions, review the flow and expectations of psychotherapy, followed by diving into the challenges that led you to seeking therapy-you can disclose as little or as much as you feel comfortable during this time. The first session is also an opportunity for us to determine if we are a good therapeutic match based on your presenting concerns. If we are a match and you'd like to continue for follow-up sessions, we will discuss setting goals specific to your needs.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Over the past 10 years, I developed a strength based approach to helping you (a) explore with curiosity the beginnings of your challenges, (b) identify internal and external resources that lead to change and acceptance, and (c) recognize the answers to your challenges are already within you.

About Melissa Lawrence