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Counseling in Woodstock, GA

A safe space to heal, grow, and find hope.

Compassionate, evidence-based counseling for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s most challenging moments.

Welcome to Abiding Hope

We are a counseling team committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that helps individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. We offer a safe, steady place rooted in hope, where your story is honored and your well-being is our priority.

We are a counseling team committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that helps individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. We offer a safe, steady place rooted in hope, where your story is honored and your well-being is our priority.

Support for Individuals, Couples, Families, and Every Season of Life

We guide individuals, couples, and families with compassionate support that meets you where you are and helps you move forward.

Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.
Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.
Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.

Individual & Senior Adult Therapy

Individual therapy for adults and senior adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions, with a focus on resilience, clarity, and healthy coping.

Individual therapy for adults and senior adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions, with a focus on resilience, clarity, and healthy coping.

Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.
Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.
Calming counseling office with soft lighting and comfortable seating.

Couples & Marriage Counseling

Couples and marriage counseling focused on improving communication, resolving conflict, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Couples and marriage counseling focused on improving communication, resolving conflict, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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Soft-lit therapy space with cozy seating for clients
Soft-lit therapy space with cozy seating for clients

Family, Parenting & Postpartum Counseling

Family therapy, parent coaching, and postpartum support to help navigate parenting challenges, changing family roles, and communication stress.

Family therapy, parent coaching, and postpartum support to help navigate parenting challenges, changing family roles, and communication stress.

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Warm, inviting therapy room with modern furniture and lamp lighting
Warm, inviting therapy room with modern furniture and lamp lighting

Students & Young Adult Counseling

Counseling for students and young adults facing academic pressure, life transitions, identity development, and relationship challenges.

Counseling for students and young adults facing academic pressure, life transitions, identity development, and relationship challenges.

Evidence-Based Care Tailored to Your Needs

Evidence-based counseling tailored to your unique needs, offering clear guidance and compassionate support for healing and growth.

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EMDR Counseling

An evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals process distressing memories and reduce anxiety, distress, and emotional reactivity.

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EMDR Counseling

An evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals process distressing memories and reduce anxiety, distress, and emotional reactivity.

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Calm therapy office with framed wall art, desk lamp, and neutral-toned seating.

EMDR Counseling

An evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals process distressing memories and reduce anxiety, distress, and emotional reactivity.

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PREPARE/ENRICH for Couples

A research-based couples counseling assessment and approach designed to strengthen relationships and help couples navigate life’s challenges together.

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Couples counseling room with sofa, accent pillows, floor lamp, and window blinds.

PREPARE/ENRICH for Couples

A research-based couples counseling assessment and approach designed to strengthen relationships and help couples navigate life’s challenges together.

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Couples counseling room with sofa, accent pillows, floor lamp, and window blinds.

PREPARE/ENRICH for Couples

A research-based couples counseling assessment and approach designed to strengthen relationships and help couples navigate life’s challenges together.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

An evidence-based therapy that helps individuals manage anxiety, depression, and stress by building flexibility, resilience, and self-compassion.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

An evidence-based therapy that helps individuals manage anxiety, depression, and stress by building flexibility, resilience, and self-compassion.

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Therapy office with sofa, floor lamp, shelving unit, and window blinds with soft daylight.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

An evidence-based therapy that helps individuals manage anxiety, depression, and stress by building flexibility, resilience, and self-compassion.

Learn More

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A skills-based therapy designed to help people who struggle with intense emotions and the behaviors that follow. DBT improves emotional regulation, manages distress, and strengthens relationships.

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A skills-based therapy designed to help people who struggle with intense emotions and the behaviors that follow. DBT improves emotional regulation, manages distress, and strengthens relationships.

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A skills-based therapy designed to help people who struggle with intense emotions and the behaviors that follow. DBT improves emotional regulation, manages distress, and strengthens relationships.

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Faith-Integrated Counseling

Counseling that combines clinically proven therapeutic approaches with Christian faith to support emotional healing and personal growth, honoring the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

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Faith-Integrated Counseling

Counseling that combines clinically proven therapeutic approaches with Christian faith to support emotional healing and personal growth, honoring the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

Learn More

Wooden shelf with books, potted plant, and a decorative sign reading ‘God has great plans for you.'

Faith-Integrated Counseling

Counseling that combines clinically proven therapeutic approaches with Christian faith to support emotional healing and personal growth, honoring the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

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Internal Family Systems (IFS)

A trauma-informed therapy that helps you understand and heal inner conflicts with compassion rather than judgment, supporting lasting change and deeper emotional balance.

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Internal Family Systems (IFS)

A trauma-informed therapy that helps you understand and heal inner conflicts with compassion rather than judgment, supporting lasting change and deeper emotional balance.

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Therapy office with sofa, wall decor, indoor plant, and shelving with books and plants.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

A trauma-informed therapy that helps you understand and heal inner conflicts with compassion rather than judgment, supporting lasting change and deeper emotional balance.

Learn More

Rooted in Care.
Guided by Hope.

Our team walks alongside you with empathy and clinical expertise, offering counseling that fosters healing, growth, and meaningful change at your pace.

Start Your Healing Journey Today

Reach out when you’re ready. We’re here to listen and help you move forward.

Our Approach to Counseling

We provide a calm, collaborative process that honors who you are, what you’ve walked through, and what you hope to change. Each step is designed to help you feel understood, supported, and equipped.

We Listen First

You share your story at your own pace. We focus on understanding your concerns, strengths, and goals before creating any plan.

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We Create a Path Together

We outline a clear direction using evidence-based methods and a compassionate, collaborative approach so your goals guide the process.

02.

We Equip You For Real Life

Sessions blend reflection with practical tools so you can apply what you learn, build resilience, and move toward lasting change.

03.

How Counseling Can Support You

Counseling gives space to breathe, understand what is happening inside, and build steady change. Many clients experience improvements like these:

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Photoshoot of woman wearing scarf looking relaxed
Photoshoot of woman wearing scarf looking relaxed

Emotional Clarity

Feel less overwhelmed and understand your emotions with greater clarity.

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Man and woman talking at cafe table
Man and woman talking at cafe table

Healthier Relationships

Improve communication, set healthier boundaries, and strengthen connection.

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Man walking down street towards a sunset
Man walking down street towards a sunset

Resilience & Forward Movement

Build confidence, handle stress with practical tools, and move forward with stability.

Our Location

We provide in-person counseling at our Woodstock office and offer Telehealth services to clients across Georgia. You can choose the setting that feels most comfortable and convenient for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about starting counseling, what to expect in your first session, session length, scheduling, faith-integrated care, insurance, confidentiality, and how to get started. 

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Do you offer faith-integrated counseling?

Do you offer faith-integrated counseling?

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Do you accept insurance?

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How do I know if counseling will help me?

How do I know if counseling will help me?

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What if I'm feeling nervous about starting counseling?

What if I'm feeling nervous about starting counseling?

What if I'm feeling nervous about starting counseling?

What if I'm feeling nervous about starting counseling?

How do I get started?

How do I get started?

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