Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in Kingsland, Georgia
Bottoms, Lindsay was founded in 2013 by Lindsay Bottoms, a National Board-Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor with specialized credentials in play therapy and EMDR. Our practice provides evidence-based counseling and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. We prioritize client-centered care, combining trauma-informed approaches with modalities like play therapy, EMDR, and cognitive behavioral therapy to foster resilience and effective coping strategies.Our team of licensed clinicians brings extensive experience in school-based behavioral health, foster care support, and military family counseling, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse client needs. We maintain affiliations with professional organizations like the Association for Play Therapy and adhere to rigorous ethical and clinical standards. With two locations in Kingsland, Georgia, we offer a safe, nonjudgmental environment for clients to achieve personal growth and emotional well-being through collaborative therapeutic relationships.
Services
Play Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Adolescent Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care with specialized certifications in play therapy and EMDR.
- Our clinicians have extensive experience in school-based behavioral health and foster care support.
- We combine evidence-based modalities like CBT, play therapy, and EMDR for personalized treatment.
- Our team includes nationally certified counselors and registered play therapy supervisors.
- We maintain active affiliations with professional organizations like the Association for Play Therapy.
What people say
Warm, interactive therapy style
Effective trauma treatment
Child-centered approach
Experienced clinicians
Safe, nonjudgmental environment
Services
Play Therapy
Play therapy addresses cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges in children aged 2-10. Using therapeutic play, we help young clients process trauma, manage anxiety, and develop social skills. This evidence-based approach aligns with guidelines from the Association for Play Therapy, ensuring developmentally appropriate interventions for issues like family separation, school stress, and grief.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy resolves trauma and distressing life experiences through guided eye movements. Proven effective for PTSD, anxiety, and depression, this method is endorsed by major health organizations. We combine EMDR with play therapy for children, offering accelerated healing in fewer sessions compared to traditional psychotherapies.
Adolescent Counseling
Specialized counseling addresses adolescent challenges like behavioral issues, school stress, and family changes. Our clinicians use developmentally informed techniques to help teens navigate identity, relationships, and emotional regulation. Sessions focus on building resilience and coping strategies for stress, trauma, and low self-esteem.
Family Therapy
Family therapy improves communication and resolves conflicts across generations. We address issues like divorce, co-parenting, and attachment challenges using systemic approaches. Sessions help families develop healthier dynamics, strengthen relationships, and support individual healing within the family unit.
Adult Counseling
Adult counseling provides a nonjudgmental space for trauma recovery, anxiety management, and life transitions. Our therapists use evidence-based methods like CBT and EMDR to address depression, phobias, and relationship challenges. We emphasize creating personalized treatment plans that foster self-awareness and emotional resilience.
People
Lindsay Bottoms
Founder & Clinician
National Board-Certified Counselor with 10+ years of experience in play therapy and EMDR. Specializes in trauma-informed care for children and families. Holds leadership roles in state and national play therapy associations.
Kristen Phillips
Clinician
Licensed Master Social Worker pursuing registered play therapy certification. Uses trauma-focused approaches for clients aged 2-18. Specializes in EMDR and Autplay therapy for anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues.
Rachel Shannon
Clinician
Licensed Master Social Worker certified in equine-assisted psychotherapy. Treats mood disorders and trauma using DBT, CBT, and nervous system regulation techniques. Focuses on nonjudgmental, client-centered care for teens and adults.
Lisa Lewis
Clinician
Associate Professional Counselor with expertise in boundary setting and grief counseling. Integrates EMDR and motivational interviewing to address anxiety, depression, and behavioral patterns in individual and virtual sessions.
Becca Davis
Clinician
Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in systemic therapy for children (ages 3-12) and families. Uses solution-focused and narrative techniques to address emotional regulation, anxiety, and marital discord.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We serve clients from age 2 through adulthood, with specialized programs for children, adolescents, and families.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers. We provide super bills for potential reimbursement but do not bill insurance directly.
What is play therapy?
Play therapy uses therapeutic play to help children process emotions and develop coping skills. It's evidence-based for ages 2-10, addressing trauma, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes, Lisa Lewis offers telehealth appointments for clients who prefer remote counseling options.
What credentials do your therapists hold?
Our team includes licensed counselors, social workers, and play therapy supervisors with certifications in EMDR, trauma treatment, and child development.
