Essential Matters – Counseling & Therapy

“When you think of mental health--What are you searching for?”

Is it purpose?

“When you walk in purpose, you collide with destiny.” ~Ralph Buchanan

Is it healthy relationships?

“As you remove toxic people from your life, you free up space and emotional energy for positive, healthy relationships.” -John Mark Green

Is it positive self-worth?

“It’s not who you are that holds you back, it’s who you think you’re not.” -Anonoymous

“Life is short. Focus on what matters and let go of what doesn’t.” - Unknown

Our Mission

Essential Matters Counseling and Therapy, LLC believes that the essentials in life are the necessary characteristics, steps, and goals that one takes for making a life that matters AND “becoming emotionally fit to live life.” Valleria Forney-Williams, LCSW

Do You Need a Help?

Telehealth Appointments only at this time

I am a licensed

Clinical Social Worker and Owner of Essential Matters Counseling & Therapy LLC

Essential Matters Counseling & Therapy LLC is a quality behavioral health service which promotes individuals, couples, and families to become emotionally fit and live life. With over 17 years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, and children, my company is delighted to provide therapeutic interventions in Georgia. Our practice style is goal oriented and collaborative in addressing the client’s needs.

Telehealth Appointments only at this time

(678) 515-6681

The “E (Essential) method in how therapy works

4 Easy Steps

EVALUATE

4 easy steps

EVALUATE-life stressors and how your symptoms are impacting your life. Start therapy by building rapport in being open and honest telling your truth and struggles.

ELEVATE

4 easy steps

ELEVATE-your perception and envision how things can be by formulating goals and what you hope to gain at the termination of therapy.

ERADICATE

4 easy steps

ERADICATE-discard those beliefs, old behaviors, and negative perceptions that do not promote your emotional well-being

EMULATE

4 easy steps

EMULATE-by modeling your behavior and thoughts to be more in sync with your goals. Talking about your experiences in therapy.

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Specialties

• Depression
• Mood Disorders
• Relationship Issues

Client Focus

Age

• Adults
• Elders (65+)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
• Family / Marital
• Dialectic Behavioral (DBT)
• Family Systems