Individual Therapy in Suwanee for Anxiety, Depression and Life Stress
I want to help you discover the Big You, not dwell in the little you.
The Big You is as vast as the sky, in its capacity to be loving, calm, creative and authentic. But sometimes help is needed to help you get acquainted with the Big You. This is not because you're flawed.
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This is because at times, life throws new problems at us faster than we can manage, or we have dark wounds from past traumatic events that are impacting our current responses.
Let's discover the Big You.
Anxiety Therapy
When you are suffering from anxiety, it affects you socially, spiritually, mentally and physically.
At Authentic-Life Counseling we approach your treatment by looking at all dimensions of your anxiety symptoms and creating an individualized treatment plan. You can be liberated and find relief from anxiety.
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You can read more about our approach to anxiety on the Therapy page.
Depression Therapy
Depression can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming.
Whether you're struggling with low energy, hopelessness, or difficulty concentrating, therapy can help you reconnect with your motivation and sense of self.
At Authentic-Life Counseling, we use evidence-based approaches to support clients navigating depression with compassion and care.
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Learn more about our work with depression and mood concerns on the Therapy page
Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy in Suwanee
You love your partner deeply, but don't feel connected to them, can't trust them or talk to them.
Over time, relationships evolve — from the emotional highs of new love to emotional distancing, unresolved conflict, or even betrayal.
In couples therapy, you and your partner will learn new skills. From learning how to talk and resolve conflict to recovering from an affair, I help clients reconnect, deepen emotional intimacy, and improve communication and conflict resolution.
Communication
It is ironic, but painful, when you can't seem to talk to the person who is supposed to be your life partner.
When you do not communicate well with your partner, the relationship is as fragile as a house of cards. Minor friction brings the whole structure down.
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Read more about how we help couples develop evidence-based healthy communication patterns.
Affair Recovery
Healing from an affair is possible, but it takes time, honesty, and support.
We provide a safe space for both partners to process emotions, rebuild trust, and understand what led to the breach.
Through guided conversations and structured therapy, couples can begin to repair their bond and redefine their relationship.
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You can learn more about our approach to affair recovery and trust rebuilding on the Marriage Counseling page.
Welcome to Authentic-Life Counseling
Offering telehealth therapy across Georgia and in-person sessions in Suwanee, Duluth, Sugar Hill, and Buford.
I'm Diane Chrestman, LCSW, providing warm, results-oriented therapy from my Suwanee office. I create a safe space for you to tell your story, then we roll up our sleeves to change the patterns that no longer serve you.
You have may have limited control over the struggles life throws at you, but you have unlimited potential over how you respond to life's challenges.
With the right tools and active homework assignments, the change you seek is obtainable.
For over 10 years I have been providing therapy to clients in Georgia, and I feel grateful to be doing work I'm passionate about.
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I obtained a Master's Degree from Georgia State University and later obtained additional certifications in specialized treatment approaches such as Energy Psychology. I hold a professional License of Clinical Social Work from the state of Georgia.
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In 2019 I published Zenergy Mindfulness which examines perspectives of energy and Buddhist Psychology for mental health healing. I have also contributed to several online publications most often related to the topic of mindfulness and meditation and offer regular meditation instruction to the community.
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My greatest education, however, bar none, has been the education I received sitting on my meditation pillow.
