Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in Douglasville, GA
Sheltered Cove Counseling Center is a private outpatient counseling center dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome personal challenges through professional therapeutic services. Established in 2001, our team of licensed mental health professionals serves Douglasville, Georgia, and surrounding areas, offering individual, couples, family, and group counseling sessions. We prioritize confidentiality, utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and trauma-informed care.Our counselors specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, addiction, parenting challenges, and relationship conflicts, with a commitment to matching clients with therapists whose expertise aligns with their specific needs. We maintain accessibility through handicap-friendly facilities and a structured intake process that ensures personalized care coordination.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Anger Management
Parenting Support
Substance Abuse Counseling
Trauma Recovery
ADHD Treatment
Grief Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in mental health counseling
- Our staff includes specialists in trauma, addiction, and family therapy
- We provide personalized therapist matching based on client needs
- All sessions maintain strict confidentiality protocols
- We serve clients from multiple locations across Metro Atlanta
Services
Individual Counseling
One-on-one counseling sessions addressing depression, anxiety, and life challenges. Our licensed therapists create safe spaces for clients to explore emotional concerns and develop coping strategies. Treatment plans focus on personal growth and mental wellness through evidence-based techniques tailored to each individual's needs.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples addressing communication issues and relationship conflicts. Our counselors help partners develop conflict resolution skills and improve emotional connection. Sessions focus on building mutual understanding and strengthening relationships through structured therapeutic approaches.
Family Counseling
Therapeutic sessions addressing family dynamics and communication patterns. Our counselors help families resolve conflicts and improve relationships through collaborative problem-solving. Treatment emphasizes understanding different perspectives and developing healthier interaction patterns among family members.
Anger Management
Structured programs for managing anger and emotional outbursts. Our therapists teach practical techniques for controlling intense emotions and developing healthier responses. Treatment includes cognitive-behavioral strategies to identify triggers and implement constructive coping mechanisms.
Parenting Support
Specialized counseling for parenting challenges and child behavioral issues. Our therapists provide evidence-based strategies for effective discipline and communication. Services include parent education and support for addressing children's emotional and behavioral needs across developmental stages.
People
Joseph Adams
Co-Founder
Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience. Specializes in child/adolescent therapy, parenting issues, and anger management. Former director of Assertive Community Treatment Team in LaGrange, Georgia.
Shireen Hunte
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor with expertise in depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Utilizes Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused therapies to help clients achieve personal growth and emotional wellness.
Marcia Smith
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in child/adolescent mental health and grief recovery. Certified in Gottman Method for couples counseling and trauma-informed care approaches.
Syreeta Smith
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with focus on family systems and community mental health. Currently pursuing Registered Play Therapist certification. Active in local charity organizations supporting homeless populations.
Anthony Thomason
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years experience in depression, anxiety, and addiction treatment. Utilizes psychodynamic approach with optional Christian perspective integration during therapeutic sessions.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group counseling services for issues including depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, parenting challenges, and trauma recovery.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 770-949-1595 during regular business hours to speak with our intake coordinator and schedule your initial counseling session.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with clients using various insurance plans. Contact our office to verify your specific coverage and payment options for counseling services.
What should I expect during my first session?
Your initial session will include a comprehensive assessment of your concerns, treatment goals, and personal history to develop an individualized counseling plan.
Are counseling sessions confidential?
All counseling sessions maintain strict confidentiality per professional ethics and Georgia state law, with exceptions only for safety-related situations.
What ages do you work with?
Our therapists provide counseling services for children as young as three years old through adults of all ages, including specialized adolescent treatment programs.
