Christine Townsend, LCSW, ACSW
Being a Therapist was not my first choice. I didn’t just “know” that I wanted to be a therapist. My first job after graduating from St. Bonaventure University was as a teacher. However, after I noticed the Social Worker come into my classroom and do all sort of creative and “cool” things with my students and their families, I just knew, I needed to be doing that! Within 6 months, I was enrolled at Adelphi University and on the path to doing what I love– helping people find creative, realistic and sensible ways to cope with their challenges.
I don’t have one technique that I use – my work with you will be tailored to your counseling needs – whether it’s traditional talk therapy, play therapy, group therapy, trauma, journaling, art/expressive, etc. We will work together to find the best way help you or your child/teen to make the changes necessary to relieve the stressor(s).
I have additional training in play therapy (using toys or games to help children express themselves), EMDR – which supports people in psychological stress (see EMDRIA.org for additional information) and ScreamFree Parenting techniques -learning how to take the screaming out of your parenting and parent in a calm manner.
Education/Degrees:
Masters in Social Work (MSW)
Adelphi University, NY (1990)
Bachelors of Arts (BA)
St. Bonaventure University, NY (1988)
Licenses and Certifications:
LCSW – License in Georgia
ACSW – Academy of Certified Social Worker (Advanced Credential)
Counseling session 50 minutes- $110.
Initial Appointment 60 minutes – $150
Family Counseling session – $150
Group sessions – $40
Play Therapy – I use Play Therapy as a tool to help children work through their problems. Typical talk therapy is difficult for younger kids, so having toys and games is a good way for them to express themselves. Sometimes the “play” is seen as something for the kids to do while they are talking, however more often children are using play to learn how to communicate feelings, problem solve, and practice new behaviors.
EMDR – EMDR is a therapy approach used to help relieve people of psychological stress. Read more at emdria.org
Screamfree Parenting – Learning how to take the screaming out of your parenting and parent emotionally controlled and calm.
Office Location:
2386 Clower Street, Bldg C, Suite 101
Snellville, GA 30078
Phone Number
770 985 2050
Email: christine@sunrisecounselingga.com
Alexandria Walker, LPCA
I have always enjoyed working with children and their families which began for me working as an Assistant Teacher for preschoolers. I was well aware that teaching was not my calling but definitely wanted to continue to help families in need. I knew I wanted to be a counselor from my first psychology class which incorporated journaling and group work which caused me to change my major from Biology to Psychology. While completing my final undergraduate year at Georgia State University, I realized that I needed more experience in the mental health field. I decided to quit my job and pursue internships in order to get me the experience that would make my resume more attractive to employers. While my first internship was not the best experience, it definitely verified that counseling was what I truly enjoyed. I then interned at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Marcus Autism Center) and enjoyed it so much I worked there for 2 years while pursuing my graduate degree in counseling.
Education
Masters, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS)
Mercer University, GA (2017)
Bachelors of Arts (BA)
Georgia State University, GA (2014)
Counseling sessions 50 minutes – $90
Initial Appointment 60 minutes – $100
Family Counseling Sessions: $100
Office Location:
2386 Clower Street, Bldg C, Suite 101
Snellville, GA 30078
Email: Alexandria@sunrisecounselingga.com