Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Alpharetta, GA
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Alpharetta, Georgia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Allyse Teltser
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Some people come to therapy carrying years of pain they have never had the words for. Others come in the middle of a crisis, trying to hold themselves or their family together. Wherever you are starting from, this is a place where you do not have to minimize what you are going through or rush toward being okay.
I work with preteens, teens, adults, and families facing some of the hardest things a person can face — trauma, intense emotions, self-harm, depression, and the kind of suffering that does not show up neatly on the outside. My approach is direct, warm, and grounded in treatments that actually work. I will not shy away from the hard stuff, and I will not ask you to be further along than you are.
If you are ready to start, or just ready to ask a question, reach out for a free 15-minute consultation.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alpharetta, GA
Online in Alpharetta, GA
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Richard S. Shapiro Ph.D., ABPP
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
I’m Dr. Richard S. Shapiro, a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist (ABPP), and Board-Certified Telehealth Practitioner (B-CTP-II) licensed in Georgia, Florida, and Connecticut, and authorized to practice telepsychology across all 43 participating PSYPACT states. I have been in private practice since 1983, providing compassionate, evidence informed care designed to foster healing, growth, and lasting change. I specialize in video-based psychotherapy and deliver therapy with the same depth and rigor as I did in traditional face-to-face sessions. My clients appreciate that they can make progress without the burden of travel, and many find that telehealth sessions with me creates a welcomed sense of comfort and openness.
43 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
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Mary Elizabeth Burns, MS, NCC, LPC
Counselor/Therapist, MS, NCC, LPC
What makes my work different is that I meet each client as a whole person—mind, body, and emotions. I blend evidence-based therapies like DBT with somatic approaches and breathwork to help clients not just talk through challenges, but feel and release the stress stored in their bodies. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, PTSD, ADHD, disordered eating, perfectionism, and the pressures of high achievement, as well as divorce and co-parenting transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical: I help clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to create lasting change in their relationships, their bodies, and their lives.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alpharetta, GA
Online in Alpharetta, GA
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Ashley Omar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
I am a trauma-informed therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate life’s challenges. Through my virtual practice, BrainPower Hour, I work with clients throughout Georgia who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in difficult patterns, or struggling with relationship issues, stress, or unresolved past experiences.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that therapy should be a space where you feel safe to explore your story without judgment. I often integrate trauma-informed and parts-based approaches to help clients better understand the different aspects of themselves and develop healthier ways of coping and relating.
Many people come to therapy wanting clarity, emotional relief, or stronger relationships. My goal is to help you gain insight, build resilience, and reconnect with your strengths so you can move forward with greater confidence and balance.
16 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
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Rachel Schambach, Sojourners Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Welcome to my practice! Licensed as a Professional Counselor. My clientele includes couples, adults, teens, and families who have experienced stress, trauma, anxiety, and hardship. I conduct both individual and family sessions. I work with clients with diverse trauma history, including addiction, codependency, and eating disorders.
At Sojourners Counseling, we are all about “Joining your navigation to healing through the journey of life”. Sojourners Counseling was created with a passion for walking with people through all the struggles, pains, and processes of life to reach a place of holistic healing.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relational struggles, self-esteem issues, depression, or grieving something in life, contact me today for a free consultation. I would love to join you on your journey to wholeness and healing. I think it is so crucial to take care of our mental health, as well as our physical and emotional wellbeing.
6 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
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Center for Authentic Life & Relationship, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CPCS, CSAT-S, CAADC, EMDR, CSTOP-Candidate
Recovering from PTSD and trauma can feel intimidating, especially when painful memories of abuse begin to surface. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, steady, and compassionate space where you can begin to process what happened and discover that healing is possible. We can also work together to build healthier coping skills that support recovery and help reduce reliance on addictive behaviors. You do not have to face this alone—take the first step toward healing today.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alpharetta, GA
Online in Alpharetta, GA
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Hope Infusion Counseling & Consulting, LLC, Cathy Arrington, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT, CPCS
I'm thankful for the experience I've had for almost 20 years in the field to which clients have been longterm and provide awesome feedback that the offices/therapy environment are comfortable, relaxing, encouraging, and convenient to them. I'm promt with returning calls and communication as life is ever changing before, during and after sessions. I have a diverse background in Corporate America, Emergency Services as a Mobile Counselor, Jail and Prison environments as a counselor as well as private practice. Also, I provide supervision to Interns and Associate level Professional Counselors since 2017. Over the years, I've developed stronger therapeutic skills, peer support, and love to research new skills/approaches to better serve clients starting at age 6-80.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alpharetta, GA
Online in Alpharetta, GA
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Brian L. Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
I offer individual, couples, family and group counseling. I like to provide an environment where clients can navigate, explore and process life's circumstances in a empathic, safe, objective and unbiased manner.
23 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
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Charonda P. Gardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
I work with individuals to heal and recover from childhood trauma, codependency, people pleasing, self-abandonment, poor boundaries, and low self-worth. I especially enjoy working with those who identify as Empath or Highly Sensitive, those who have experienced an “awakening”, those attempting to understand their purpose, and those in search of their authentic selves. I also enjoy working with other therapists, helpers, and healers as a therapist supervisor and consultant.
14 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
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Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
At Cultivate Your Essence, we believe healing is more than symptom management—it's about reclaiming who you are. Our practice specializes in supporting Black women, professionals, adolescents, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, burnout, and identity development. We provide culturally affirming, trauma-informed care that honors each client's lived experiences while empowering them to move toward healing, restoration, and personal growth. Whether you're seeking support during a difficult season or investing in long-term emotional wellness, we're committed to helping you become H.E.R.—Healed, Evolved, and Restored.
8 Years Experience
Online in Alpharetta, GA (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Alpharetta, GA Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Alpharetta, GA average 13 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Stress (71%), and Depression (70%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Stress |
| 70% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 53% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
| 50% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 26% | Christian |