Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Georgia
Essential Matters Counseling & Therapy is a behavioral health practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve emotional wellness. With over 17 years of clinical experience, our licensed professionals employ evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address a wide range of mental health concerns. Our goal-oriented methodology focuses on enhancing emotional fitness through personalized treatment plans. We utilize the E Method, a structured therapeutic framework that evaluates life stressors, elevates personal perspectives, eradicates negative patterns, and emulates positive behavioral changes. Our practice specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and family systems approaches.We serve clients across Georgia through telehealth appointments, offering flexible access to quality mental health care. Our team maintains advanced certifications in anger management, depression treatment, and trauma-informed care. We accept multiple insurance plans and provide transparent pricing for our services. Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through board certification and ongoing continuing education. We prioritize creating safe, collaborative therapeutic environments that foster personal growth and meaningful life changes. Our practice philosophy emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being as foundational to living a fulfilling life.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Anger Management
Trauma Treatment
Depression Management
Behavioral Therapy
Mental Health Assessment
Insurance-Approved Care
Highlights and features
- 17+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Board-certified professionals with advanced therapeutic certifications
- Specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
- Telehealth appointments available across Georgia
- Accepts major insurance plans including Aetna and BlueCross
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified Diplomate (BCD #58955)
- Anger Management Facilitator Certification (#7145)
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues through evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on emotional exploration, cognitive restructuring, and skill development. Our therapists help clients achieve measurable progress toward specific wellness goals using structured therapeutic frameworks.
Couples Counseling
Guided relationship improvement sessions addressing communication breakdowns, trust issues, and life transitions. Therapists facilitate constructive dialogue and conflict resolution strategies. Our approach strengthens emotional connections and builds practical relationship skills for long-term success.
Family Therapy
Multi-generational treatment approach improving family dynamics and communication patterns. Sessions address systemic issues causing emotional distress. Our therapists help families develop healthier interaction models and resolve intergenerational conflicts through structured therapeutic interventions.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure virtual therapy sessions accessible from any location. Maintains same therapeutic quality as in-person visits with added convenience. Available for individual, couples, and family therapy sessions across Georgia using HIPAA-compliant platforms.
Mental Health Assessment
Comprehensive initial assessment determining appropriate treatment plans. Includes risk evaluation, diagnostic formulation, and goal setting. Conducted by licensed professionals to establish baseline mental health status and develop personalized therapeutic strategies.
People
Valleria Forney-Williams
Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Owner
Board-certified therapist with 17+ years of clinical experience. Specializes in CBT and DBT approaches. Holds advanced certifications in anger management and depression treatment. Provides telehealth therapy services across Georgia.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and mental health assessments using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Magellan, and Out of Network plans. We also work with many EAP programs.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we currently offer telehealth therapy sessions for clients throughout Georgia using secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms.
What are your session fees?
Initial assessments cost $165 (60 min). Individual sessions $130 (55-60 min). Couples $160 and family therapy $180 for 60-minute sessions.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our primary approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems therapy tailored to each client's needs.
