Dual diagnosis, or co-occurring disorders, is when a person experiences more than one mental health issue simultaneously. Counseling interventions change according to the specific disorders.
Available Treatment Options
Most often, therapists can treat multiple mental health issues simultaneously using therapeutic techniques. Some interventions, such as developing healthy coping mechanisms and exploring past trauma, can help various mental health issues at once.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Dual Diagnosis
I have several years of focused training and experience in treating eating disorders, complex trauma, identity development, relationship and family issues, addiction, and crisis management. I continually incorporates a wide variety of therapeutic approaches in my work and tailors each session to the specific needs of the client...
I love dogs, specifically Boston Terriers. I love music and was a touring musician for a bit. I love sports and am the type to wake up at 4am on a Saturday to watch a soccer match. Humor is so important. Long walks on the beach are cool, too. I say all this because before I am a therapist, I am a person with interests and hobbies. In my opinion, too much of the traditional therapeutic process c...
I specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy and work with individuals, couples, and families to develop healthy communication strategies, address attachment and relational issues (i.e., infidelity, trust, parenting, boundaries, separation/divorce), and decrease feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress. I utilize a systems perspective, which highlights processing our patterned experiences...
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your constant racing thoughts and second guessing yourself? Are you feeling stuck and alone? I know from experience what it feels like to be frustrated and confused by your own inner dialogue and emotions. I work with adults and young adults who can relate to these struggles and find it difficult to express or understand what they're going through. I help people...
The traditional office environment is not for everyone. We offer real therapy in a beautiful farm setting where we offer our clients the opportunity to work with the horses, take a walk around the farm and experience the peaceful setting. We customize our sessions to meet your needs and our hope is to make you as comfortable as possible so that you are able to focus on the changes you are looki...
Reaching out for help is not easy for many of us but it can be very rewarding. I am frequently humbled and inspired by the courage clients show as they work to make real changes in their lives. Attending therapy demonstrates a strength and a willingness to face challenges and make changes. I am honored to accompany clients on their journey to create a life they desire. I specialize in helping...
Graduated with MSW and certification in clinical mental health from the University of Pittsburgh in 2014. I specialize in working with youth and adults who are experiencing mental health symptoms, PTSD, addiction, and/ or behavioral issues. I also work with couples and families to help them make changes that allow them to effectively communicate, work through conflicts in a skilled way and be a...
Life’s challenges may cause us to react and respond in many different ways. Our current situation may or may not be in our immediate control, but when we look at our life, long-term, it will be the decisions that we make today that set the course of the overall outcome. Experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, confusion, and frustration (to name a few) may be a part of that journey, but you do ...
I practice at our 2nd location at 13680 Hwy. 9 North Building B, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30004 near Cambridge High School, King's Ridge Christian School, and Milton Safety Complex off of Hwy 9 North on Cambridge High School Rd. Picture of map/directions are in the photo gallery. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative and relational process to cultivate self-discovery, healing, and growth in a...
Anxiety, grief and loss, pregnancy/postpartum, OCD, depression, stress overload, self-esteem, career exploration, and coping with life transitions---These are a few of the issues that I love exploring with clients. My style is to listen intently and form strong collaborative connections. (My clients have described me as “warm and caring.”) I partner with clients and we dig into patterns and...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics. Having worked in a variety of settings including a residential eating disorder treatment center, substance abuse programs, and other outpatient services, I am equipped with a number of skills and interventions to help guide my clients through their individual...
Hello my name is Princess Thorpe and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing in the metro area of Atlanta. During this time it has been very difficult for our friends, families and ourselves as individuals to cope with all of the changes that have occurred recently in our lives. My focus is to help people discover and develop practical yet evidence based ways to cope with the "...
I am a compassionate, interactive, and direct therapist. I provide a supportive, curious and safe environment to facilitate the personal exploration and growth you are committed to achieving. I seek to understand you and your experiences as you see them, and within an empathic context we will explore your beliefs and the meaning you make from your experiences. My approach is warm, sincere and...
Today is the day to begin a positive change. As a clinical therapist, I can help you find what you are looking for in order to live the life you were meant to live. I can assist you in finding the path that will be the best road for you. I have years of experience with mental health, many forms of addiction, and assisting those in crisis. I am EMDR trained and helped many through the pains of...
Taylor’s world has fallen apart around her and she is having to start over. Taylor found herself going back in forth between wanting to fight to wanting to sleep her life away. Taylor lived in a constant state of feeling overwhelmed and on alert. Her worries and her nightmares prevented her from getting any solid sleep. Taylor found herself extremely anxious for no obvious reasons. Her struggle...
