Christine Burrell Townsend, LCSW, ACSW

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Christine Burrell Townsend LCSW, ACSW,  Owner

Phone Number 770 985 2050

Email: christine@sunrisecounselingga.com

Children, Teens, Women and Parent Coaching 

Currently providing In-Office and Telehealth Therapy Sessions

I love helping people find creative, realistic and sensible ways to cope with challenges. I have 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) and KEEP MOVING FORWARD!

I particularly like supporting parents and helping them find the best ways to support their children, teens or young adults.

I have extensive training in Play Therapy (using toys or games to help children express themselves), EMDR – which supports people in psychological distress (see EMDRIA.org for additional information), ExRP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and Scream Free Parenting techniques -learning how to take the screaming out of your parenting and parent in a calm manner. 

I can provide assessment/diagnosis for Attention Deficit Disorders (ADHD)  in children/adults.


I enjoy helping children, teens, adults, and families find creative, realistic, and practical ways to cope with life’s challenges. I use a personalized approach to counseling, tailoring each session to the individual needs of my clients. Depending on what is most helpful, therapy may include traditional talk therapy, play therapy, trauma-informed approaches, journaling, or art and other expressive techniques.

I especially enjoy supporting parents, helping them better understand their children and develop calm, effective strategies to support their children, teens, or young adults.

I have extensive training in Play Therapy, EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP), and Scream-Free Parenting techniques. I also provide assessment and diagnosis for ADHD in both children and adults.

My goal is to work collaboratively with you to reduce stressors, build resilience, and help you—or your child—keep moving forward.

I work with many concerns, including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety/Phobias
  • ADHD Evaluation/Assessment/Diagnosis
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression/Mood Disorder
  • Child/Teen Challenges
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues and Avoidance
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women’s Issues

Education/Degrees:

  • Masters in Social Work (MSW) Adelphi University, NY (1990)
  • Bachelors of Arts (BA) St. Bonaventure University, NY (1988)

Licenses and Certifications:

  • LCSW – Licensed in Georgia
  • ACSW – Academy of Certified Social Worker (Advanced Credential)

Rates:

  • Counseling session 50 minutes- $130
  • Initial Appointment 60 minutes – $160
  • Family Counseling session – $175
  • Group sessions – $40

Office Location:

2795 Main Street, West Suite 18 A/B
Snellville, GA 30078