kinga rose sherrill, ms, lpc, cpcs
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My professional background:
The human condition has always been a deep interest of mine, so naturally, I became a psychotherapist. I have been in the field of mental health and psychotherapy since earning my Master's degree in Community Counseling from Georgia State University in 1986. My Professional Counselor license, number 1731, was first earned in 1991. Extensive hospital, clinic and private practice work has given me a wide range of training and experience. I have received specialized trainings in cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential psychology, trauma informed therapy, grief therapy, dual diagnosis disorders, and much more. This learning has helped me to help hundreds of people for well over 35 years.
I am a long-standing member of the National Board of Certified Counselors and the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia, with certification as a professional counselor supervisor.
My therapeutic philosophy:
A belief I hold dear is that we can learn to become more mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually healthy and whole, regardless of past or present circumstances. My aim is to use whatever therapeutic modalities fit the individual’s needs to empower them to work through barriers to happiness and health; to connect with their inner strengths and become Whole.
Counseling can help with alleviating the symptoms of:
Stress (I like helping people improve self-care and stress management!)
Anxiety and panic attacks
Depression
Grief and loss
Co-dependency issues
Relationship Issues
Trauma, especially complex trauma
Recovery maintenance to assist with sobriety.
OUR PROCESS
COVID-19
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Great Day is utilizing the confidential tele-health application TherapyMate, and is currently scheduling limited in-person sessions.
Scheduling an appointment
Call 404-377-9224 or go to Contact Us at bottom of page to send an email. Sign Language users call VP 404-381-8421.
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What is Counseling?
Why People go to Counseling
Mental health counseling, also known as psychotherapy, is a shared effort between the counselor and the individual, family or couple. Professional counselors help consumers:
- Identify goals and solutions to problems which cause emotional upset or stress
- Seek to improve communication, interaction, and coping skills
- Strengthen self-awareness, self-esteem and self-empowerment
- Promote behavior change and optimal mental and emotional health
Why People go to Counseling
Why People go to Counseling
People may see a counselor to resolve issues that result from a particular situation, such as the death of a loved one, divorce of parents, or the loss of a job. Other times, people may need to seek counseling to deal with issues that have been on-going problems, such as continued sadness or depression, substance abuse, anger, or feelings of being overwhelmed and anxious. Whatever the reason, counseling can help a person deal with their feelings and resolve the problems causing emotional pain.
ADHD
Anxiety
ADHD - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common childhood brain disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.
Symptoms include difficulty staying focused and paying attention, difficulty controlling behavior, and hyperactivity (over-activity). These symptoms can make it difficult for a child with ADHD to succeed in school, get along with other children or adults, or finish tasks at home.
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Anxiety
Anxiety is a reaction to stress and can actually be beneficial in some situations. For some people, however, anxiety can become excessive. A person with anxiety disorder may have difficulty controlling it and the continued anxiety may negatively affect their day-to-day living. Anxiety disorders include post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder to name a few. Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental disorders experienced by Americans.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder — sometimes called manic-depressive disorder — is associated with mood swings that range from the lows of depression to the highs of mania.
- When you become depressed, you may feel sad or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities.
- When your mood shifts in the other direction, you may feel euphoric and full of energy.
- Mood shifts may occur only a few times a year, or as often as several times a day.
- In some cases, bipolar disorder causes signs of depression and mania at the same time.
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Depression is more than just having “bad day” or a normal response to grief or loss. Depression is a mood disorder that affects the individual as well as families and friends. A severe form called Major Depression frequently goes unrecognized and untreated and may lead to impaired interpersonal relationships at work and at home, as well as tragic consequences such as suicide.
This disorder is still misunderstood as a sign of weakness, rather than being recognized as an illness. It is diagnosed when at least five of the symptoms below are present continuously for more than two weeks: