Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Smyrna, GA
Browse Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Smyrna, Georgia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Cheryl Boucher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
My approach to chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and trauma is informed by my professional training and mental health journey. I’ll focus on understanding your experiences and will ask you about your medical and mental health history, past treatments, and what you want to change or improve in your life. I will listen to your story and how it has affected your daily functioning, emotions, thoughts, and quality of life. From there, we will work together to create a treatment plan that reflects your specific needs, goals, and hopes for overcoming chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
12 Years Experience
Online in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA
Online in Smyrna, GA
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Mikela Hallmark
Therapist, MS, LPC, LMHC
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to what lives beneath the surface — the unspoken tension in a room, the quiet ache behind someone’s words, the patterns that repeat in our lives no matter how hard we try to outgrow them. Counseling, for me, was never just a profession; it was I felt passionate about. Training refined it. Time and practice deepened it.
I’ve spent over 14 years walking alongside people in the most vulnerable, honest, and transformative moments of their lives. I’ve worked in residential settings, universities, private practice — and now run therapy group built around one core belief: meaningful change is possible when people feel seen, not managed.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Smyrna, GA
Online in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA (Online Only)
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Kaijah Bjorklund
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LMHC
I'm Kaijah Bjorklund, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience helping adults move out of survival mode and into genuine freedom. My path to this work wasn't a straight line. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as an Outward Bound wilderness instructor and counselor, studied holistic health and bodywork, and spent years developing a deep understanding of how the nervous system holds and releases pain. That whole-person foundation shapes everything I do.
I show up as my genuine self in every session — approachable, grounded, empathetic, and not easily shaken. I've heard it all, and I can help you hold it. We may laugh together, cry together, or simply sit with what's real. Whatever comes up, I'm here for it.This is an inclusive practice. My clients come from a wide range of backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals and communities that are often marginalized or underserved. You don't have to edit yourself here. All of who you are is welcomed.If you're ready to stop surviving and start living,
12 Years Experience
Online in Smyrna, GA (Online Only)
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April Bieber
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, CPC, LCPC, LMHC, LPC, LPC-MHS, QS (FL)
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I offer a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make real change. With over 15 years of experience, I help adults, teens, and couples/families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, honest, and tailored to your unique goals. If you’re ready to feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again — let’s talk. I'm here for you.
17 Years Experience
Online in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA (Online Only)
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Tamara McCord
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LCAC
I work exclusively with adults who are ready to release old patterns, recover from difficult experiences, and reconnect with themselves and others. Whether you’re struggling with chronic stress, relationship issues, or unresolved trauma, I’ll create a personalized plan to help you heal.
We all have life experiences, and I am not exempt from this. If allowed, our experiences can bring us to a place of fortitude, courage, and hope. You don’t have to carry your pain alone. My clients appreciate how I blend professional expertise with humor and empathy to create a safe, supportive, and transformative therapy experience.
25 Years Experience
Online in Smyrna, GA (Online Only)
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Matthew Reeves
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, CRC, NCC
When you're experiencing emotional pain and finding it difficult to move forward, connecting with a trained professional is vital for your wellbeing. Each day, I'm committed to creating meaningful, positive transformation in my clients' lives. My primary goal is to genuinely understand you—your complexities and individual nuances. I provide practical, goal-oriented counseling grounded in respect for who you are, your distinctiveness, and your ability to heal and grow. Together, we'll clarify the changes you want to make within yourself; then, we'll work to turn pain into strength, challenges into wisdom, isolation into connection, and turbulence into peace.
Please see "Practice Details" below for additional information about my approach.
6 Years Experience
Online in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA
Online in Smyrna, GA
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Smyrna, GA Statistics
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Smyrna, GA average 16 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Trauma and PTSD (71%), and Depression (70%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Depression |
| 61% | Self Esteem |
| 58% | Stress |
| 49% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 45% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 30% | Christian |
| 26% | Black / African American |