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Teresa Rutledge, LPC
Georgia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Adult concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and mindfulness
- Client-centered approach
- Stress and trauma
About Teresa
Teresa Rutledge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with nine years of experience. She helps people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar symptoms, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and work-related strain. Her background also includes supporting people facing compassion fatigue and challenges tied to sexual assault and abuse.
She works primarily with adults and older adolescents. Teresa favors a client-centered approach that focuses on the client’s own goals and choices. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas when those methods fit the situation.
Sessions are conversational and practical. Teresa listens closely, helps notice patterns of thought and behavior, and suggests concrete skills to try between meetings. People can expect straightforward feedback and steps to test what helps most in daily life.
Her work often addresses attachment issues, body image and codependency, communication problems, and the aftermath of separation or divorce. She also supports people dealing with panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, self-harm urges, and strong feelings of guilt or shame.
Teresa emphasizes the link between emotional health and everyday functioning. She encourages clients to practice new skills outside sessions and to track small changes. This approach is meant to clarify what works and what to adjust over time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Teresa uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors with small experiments. CBT often focuses on practical exercises that can be practiced between meetings to reduce anxiety, depressive symptoms, or panic episodes.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which means the therapist follows the client’s priorities and supports the client’s own decision-making. Mindfulness therapy is used to teach attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and improve sleep, grounding, and emotional regulation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Teresa will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative process helps clarify which tools to use and when to shift focus.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit work on skills into a normal week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick adjustment is needed. Many people find this flexibility helps maintain momentum while testing new habits in everyday contexts.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep problems, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered style with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas to help clients try different responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience working with adults and older adolescents on a range of mood, trauma, and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Costs vary by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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