My name is Austin Wood and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia. I specialize in the following areas of expertise including depression, anxiety, porn addiction, substance abuse, anger, and marital or couples counseling.
As your therapist, I will maintain a non-judgmental approach, ensuring a safe and supportive environment where you can freely express yourself. My theoretical orientation is integrative, meaning I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs. I'm a man of faith, and I offer Christian counseling upon request. My approach is active and collaborative. In addition to providing a space for reflection and support, I will gently challenge you to explore new perspectives and develop practical strategies for change. This often includes personalized techniques or tasks to practice between sessions, helping you apply what we discuss in real-life situations.
In your first session, you can expect a structured yet supportive introduction to the therapeutic process.
During this initial session, our primary focus will be on building a strong therapeutic relationship, clarifying what brings you to therapy, and collaboratively establishing meaningful goals using a SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) framework. The goal of our first session is to ensure you feel heard, informed, and aligned with the direction of our work together.
