Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

I have always enjoyed helping people, so initially I wanted to be a teacher; however, I'm rather introverted and so one on one interactions are more comfortable for me. Once I found psychology, I was hooked, and things progressed from there!

I am a marriage and family therapist who works with clients of all ages on relational and personal issues.

I wanted to help other helpers not leave a job they loved like I did and I wanted people to know that it is okay to experience difficulties.

You are exhausted! You're not sleeping well, and you're drinking or eating more than you want. You’ve been on the front lines of this pandemic from the start. Our systems have failed you, and you’ve struggled with the lack of support and resources you need to be able to do your job well. Relationships with friends and loved ones are strained. You don’t even enjoy the things you used to, and you are questioning whether you even want to stay in this career. You’ve had enough! But you also worry about what your brothers and sisters on the job will think if you ask for help. My name is Regina, and I've been there. I will help you find tools to help you cope with the stresses of work and keep your relationships supportive. We will work together to reduce your anxiety and help you sleep at night again. Together, we will figure out how you can start loving your job again. With 24/7 scheduling, online therapy sessions, the option for shorter 25 minute sessions, and evening/weekend appointments, you can fit therapy into any schedule. Visit my website to schedule a free 15 minute video consultation or learn more about my services. Lets talk about how I can help you regain control of your life and start loving your career again.

I always knew that I wanted to work with and help people. Therapy fell into my lap. I had some experiences that continued to make this feeling stronger. I have continued to do therapy because I have seen how much it is helped my clients. It is very rewarding and I am so fulfilled when doing therapy.

Hello! My name is KaRon Spriggs-Bethea. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have been practicing for about 5 years. I have a very eclectic background in the field which has made it enjoyable to help many different people. I work with individuals and couples. The services I provide are: anxiety/depression, gender identity and sexuality, and substance use/addiction. I am patient, empathetic and easy to talk to. I like to create a supportive and nurturing environment to help clients feel comfortable while working with me. Building trusting relationships and witnessing breakthroughs is something that makes this work very rewarding.

I always knew I wanted to help people in some form or capacity but it took me awhile to figure out what that looked like for me. My inspiration came from a high school psychology class led by a psychology graduate student. After taking that class, I became very intrigued about how the human mind works and how mental health plays a role in that. When I went off to college I studied psychology with a goal in mind to become a mental health therapist and I never took my eyes off the prize.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I obtained my Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Clayton State University. I have a passion for working with young adult women of color experiencing life changes, transitions, anxiety, and depression. I have experience in working with individuals with anger issues, family/marital, and domestic violence concerns. My clients often value my ability to create a safe and affirming space to work through their concerns.

Like a lot of people, I knew that I needed support for years but never took action. I was in my mid-twenties when I tried therapy for the first time and experienced a transformational shift in the way I felt about myself and about my life as a whole. I believe everyone has the power within them to heal. It is tough work but it is much easier to do when you have the right support. I experienced it myself, and I feel driven to give back and be that support for others.

I believe that everyone has the power within them to create positive shifts in the way one experiences and expresses their emotions, in turn creating positive shifts and experiencing their world around them. My intention is to help you uncover your power. I have worked as an Art Therapist since 2009 in the mental health and substance abuse fields. Most recently, I have worked in an acute psychiatric hospital setting for the past 9yrs and have been in private practice for 5yrs. I am proud to have assisted 2 organizations in developing their first Art Therapy programs. In private practice I work mainly with adults who struggle with anxiety and/or depression. We practice mindfulness and somatic awareness skills together with art therapy to minimize the barriers that anxiety and depression create in my client's lives.

Everyone goes through hardships. Everyone struggles. Learning coping skills and building my self efficacy changed my life. These things drove me to become and therapist and help others transform their lives the way mine was transformed. As I learn and grow my desire to help people live their true lives grows stronger. 

What is most important to you? What do you value most in your life? I believe identifying these things are essential to being true to ourselves and living a fulfilled life. Getting to this place is a process but one you do not need be alone in. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. As a professional counselor with a background in marriage and family therapy I utilize various therapeutic models and techniques to help my clients process their trauma, struggles and relationships. As a family therapist I strive to help families understand and manage the complex dynamics within their family system.

I became a therapist because I am compassionate about helping others. When others tell me that I have helped them it motivates me to keep going and gives me a sense of purpose. I am honored to hold space for others during difficult times of life transition.

Shonta Williams received her MSW from the University of Georgia. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 18 years of experience working with adolescents, individuals, couples and families on issues of anxiety, anger management, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions such as divorce, parenting, co-parenting, and grief. I work to create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to process their thoughts and emotions and create healthy coping skills and healthy connections with others. My therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based(MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT). I would be honored to take the journey to healing with you.

I feel like this question is a loaded one! Ha! My interest in psychology started back in my Psych 101 class, where I was struggling with how can people be so complex yet so simple at the same time. And why does it seem like we make it harder on ourselves to live happy lives connected with those that we love? Years later and I find my self still baffled by the human condition and I am in constant awe of the way people over come things and create deep bonds with one another.

Are you looking for a trauma or couples therapist? Are struggling with inner child wounds and family of origin woes? Does it impact your romantic relationships, work, and how you show up in the world? Is being a cycle-breaker exhausting and do you need support? As a first gen myself in a biracial marriage, I know not only from my studies but lived experience just how important addressing cultural issues can be in order to make lasting change in our lives. I know how difficult exploring culture and how hard it is to find balance, not wanting to say something is bad or wrong but instead just figuring out how to live a life more inline with our values so that we can live more authentically. I help people with this all over California in online therapy.

I hold in high regard the power of our mind. Our thoughts and perceptions have an immense ability to influence our emotions and our behaviors. The term "mind over matter" did not just come from nothing. There is definitely something to it. Imagine the outcomes we can achieve if we can effectively channel that power with a commitment to our highest values and actively change our behaviors to meet those values. Imagine the beautiful opportunities that lie ahead for self-discovery and growth.  I believe everyone deserves to find and experience the joy and fulfillment that comes with mindful living and thriving with purpose.

I have a passion for empowering high achievers like you , though a journey of self discovery towards a fulfilling lived experience. You’ve chased your dreams and found success, but it’s gotten to the point where you feel depleted, empty and your relationships may be in jeopardy. Perhaps you’ve been questioning what more is out there, experiencing an existential crisis of sorts. You know it's time for Change. You Welcome it. You're Motivated. Let's work together so you can finally experience contentment and joy in the life you’ve worked so hard for. Reach out to if you’re ready to embark on this journey. Schedule a no obligation call with me so we can chat to see if I’m the right therapist to guide you through.