My Childhood was Horrible. How Can Therapy Help? – Atlanta Trauma Therapist
As an Atlanta trauma therapist, I have worked with many clients struggling to recover from childhood trauma. Sometimes people come to see me when their functioning begins to decline. Sometimes clients will come for something else, and that is later explained as a...
I Tend to Withdraw When There’s Conflict. Is That Bad?- Atlanta Couples Therapist
Conflict can feel scary and unpredictable. When we sense it coming on, we can often feel transported back to another time when conflict didn’t go so well, and that can make us shut down and withdraw. Our Atlanta couples therapists are familiar with this dynamic....
Why Do I Have Panic Attacks and What Am I Supposed to Do About It? – by an Anxiety Therapist in Atlanta
If you’ve had a panic attack, you may be left feeling exhausted, worn out, and terrified. You could be struggling to understand what in the world just happened. They seem to be sudden and without warning, and can happen anywhere. The symptoms of a panic attack are...
How Come I Feel so Anxious or Depressed? It’s the Summer, I Should Be Happy – By an Atlanta Depression Therapist
What comes to mind when you think of summer? I bet for most people, summer means pool days, barbecues and vacations. Depression probably isn’t the first thing that’s associated with summer. But just google “Summertime Blues” and you’ll find several articles about...
Someone Told Me I Should Get EMDR for My Trauma – Info from an Atlanta Trauma Therapist
Trauma and its effects can be awful and overwhelming to live with. When something traumatic happens, you might wonder if you’ll ever feel “normal” again. You might be feeling frustrated when confronted with reminders of your trauma. Maybe you’ve been feeling shame...About Us
I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Atlanta. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.