Christian Counseling in Buford, GA

Faith-Based Counseling for Buford Families

Buford is Friday nights at Phillip Beard Stadium watching the Wolves, Saturday mornings wandering Tannery Row or spending the day on Lake Lanier, and Sunday worship at 12Stone, Sugar Hill Church, or one of the many churches that have become part of this community's rhythm. It's a town that has managed to hold onto its close-knit feel even while experiencing remarkable growth.

Yet even in a thriving community, life can become overwhelming.

You can cheer from the stands on Friday night while lying awake Sunday night, dreading another week. You can have a successful career, a beautiful home, and people who love you, yet still feel anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or discouraged.

Hard seasons don't skip good families.

At Paraclete Counseling, we combine expert counseling and faith to help you heal, connect, and live with purpose. Our office is located at 3905 Johns Creek Court, just across the Forsyth County line near Emory Johns Creek Hospital. While we're not located in Buford itself, many individuals, couples, and families gladly make the drive because finding the right therapist often matters far more than finding the closest office. We also offer secure telehealth appointments throughout Georgia for days when coming into the office isn't practical.

You don't need to be a Christian to work with us. We welcome people from every faith background and respect each person's beliefs.

But if a faith-integrated approach matters to you, it's here, woven in as much or as little as you want.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, burnout, parenting challenges, or questions about your faith, you'll find compassionate care rooted in both clinical excellence and Christian hope.

You don't have to face this season alone.

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What Is Christian Counseling? Is It Right for You?

Christian counseling is professional, licensed mental health therapy that integrates evidence-based clinical practices with the principles of Christian faith such as Scripture, prayer, and faith-based spiritual practices, when and if you want them. Every therapist at Paraclete is a licensed mental health professional with advanced training in proven therapeutic approaches, who will blend faith thoughtfully when it matters to you.

One of the biggest misconceptions about Christian counseling is that it's simply "Bible study with a therapist." It isn't.

Professional Christian counseling begins with excellent clinical care. Depending on your needs, your therapist may use treatments such as EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, or play therapy. These approaches have decades of research supporting their effectiveness for many mental health concerns. Faith doesn't replace these treatments; it complements them when it's meaningful to you.

Every person's counseling journey looks different. Some clients ask to pray during sessions or explore how Scripture relates to what they're experiencing. Others simply appreciate working with a therapist who understands church culture and shares their worldview. Still others choose not to discuss faith at all, even though they selected a Christian practice because they wanted a therapist who would respect their beliefs if spiritual questions naturally arose.

We also serve many people who are not Christians.

Some have different faith backgrounds. Others have experienced church hurt or spiritual abuse and aren't sure what they believe anymore. Some simply want an experienced therapist and appreciate knowing that faith can be part of the conversation if they ever choose.

You do not need to be a Christian to receive care at Paraclete. We welcome clients of all faith backgrounds and honor each person's beliefs.

Why Many Buford Families Choose Christian Counseling

For many people in Buford, faith isn't simply something they do on Sunday morning—it's part of how they understand marriage, parenting, suffering, forgiveness, purpose, and hope.

When emotional struggles arise, many don't want to separate their mental health from their spiritual life.

They want counseling that respects both.

At Paraclete, we believe faith and science work beautifully together. God has given us both Scripture and the ability to understand how the brain, nervous system, emotions, and relationships function. Evidence-based therapies help us understand how healing often occurs, while faith reminds us why healing matters and where lasting hope can be found.

Over the years, we've also learned something that surprises many people:

Most people don't come to counseling because they're weak.

They come because they've been strong for far too long.

They've spent months, or sometimes years, holding everything together for everyone else until they simply don't have anything left to give.

Counseling provides a place where you don't have to carry those burdens by yourself anymore.

Who We Serve: Christian Counseling for Individuals, Couples & Families in Buford

Individual Therapy for Adults

Many adults from Buford come to counseling carrying burdens that few people around them fully recognize.

From the outside, life may appear successful.

Inside, they're exhausted.

Perhaps you're constantly worrying about things you can't control. Maybe you've lost motivation, feel emotionally numb, or struggle to enjoy the people and activities you once loved. Perhaps you're navigating a painful divorce, grief, a major life transition, or unresolved trauma that still influences your relationships years later.

One thing we've observed after helping people for decades is this:

People often underestimate how much emotional pain shapes everyday life.

It's common for someone to say, "That happened years ago. I'm over it." Yet their nervous system still reacts as though the danger never truly ended. They avoid conflict without understanding why. They become overwhelmed by situations that seem small. They feel disconnected from the people they love but can't explain it. Healing begins when those patterns become understandable. Individual counseling offers a confidential space to understand what's happening beneath the surface, learn healthier ways of responding, and move toward the life you want to live rather than simply reacting to life as it comes.

We commonly help adults with:

Anxiety disorders and chronic worry
Depression and mood disorders
Burnout and chronic stress
Trauma and PTSD
Grief and loss
Relationship difficulties
Spiritual questions and church hurt
Life transitions and identity concerns

Many clients tell us that the greatest gift counseling gave them wasn't simply fewer symptoms. It was finally understanding themselves with greater compassion and hope.

Every person's story is different.

Some people come because of one difficult season. Others have spent years trying to manage anxiety, relationship problems, or painful experiences on their own. Some simply reach a point where the strategies that helped them survive are no longer helping them live.

Whatever brings you through our doors, our goal isn't simply to help you feel better for a few weeks.

We want to help you experience lasting change.

Rather than using the same approach for everyone, your therapist develops a personalized treatment plan based on your goals, personality, relationships, faith, and the concerns that brought you to counseling. Because our practice includes therapists with different specialties, we can thoughtfully match you with someone whose experience fits your needs.

Counseling for Depression & Bipolar Disorder

Depression is far more than simply feeling sad.

For some people, it feels like carrying around a weight that never lifts. For others, it's losing interest in the people and activities they once loved. Some continue going to work, caring for their family, and fulfilling every responsibility while quietly wondering why everything suddenly feels so difficult.

Depression often affects sleep, concentration, motivation, relationships, physical health, and even faith. Many Christians carry an additional burden, wondering if their depression means they're somehow failing spiritually.

It doesn't.

Depression is a complex condition influenced by biology, life experiences, relationships, stress, personality, and sometimes trauma. Healing often involves addressing several of those factors rather than looking for one simple answer.

At Paraclete, we help clients understand not only what they're experiencing but why they're experiencing it. Together, we'll identify the thoughts, relationship patterns, nervous system responses, and life circumstances contributing to your depression while helping you build practical strategies for lasting recovery.

Specialized Care for Bipolar Disorder

Mood disorders require careful assessment and experienced treatment.

Practice founder Lisa Poore, LPC, has more than 35 years of counseling experience and has a particular passion for helping individuals living with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood, not only by friends and family, but sometimes even by those living with it.

Effective treatment goes beyond managing symptoms. It involves learning to recognize early warning signs, establish healthy routines, strengthen relationships, reduce stress, and work collaboratively with prescribing providers to effectively manage medication.

Whether you've recently been diagnosed or have lived with bipolar disorder for years, our goal is to help you build stability, confidence, and hope for the future.

Christian Marriage Counseling in Buford, GA

Buford couples juggle demanding careers, growing families, and the pace of a town that's changed a lot in a short time. Marriage counseling here rarely looks like a lecture on communication skills. It looks like two people who've gotten really good at running a household together and have quietly stopped being a team. Marriage is one of God's greatest gifts, but it's also one of life's greatest challenges, and unresolved conflict, emotional distance, or broken trust can leave you feeling more like roommates than partners.

Our licensed marriage therapists combine evidence-based couples therapy with a Christian understanding of covenant, grace, forgiveness, and commitment. Rather than simply teaching communication techniques, we help couples identify the deeper patterns that keep them stuck so they can rebuild trust, strengthen their relationship, and reconnect emotionally.

We help couples with:

Communication breakdown and recurring conflict
Emotional distance and disconnection
Rebuilding trust after betrayal or infidelity
Premarital counseling using the PREPARE/ENRICH assessment
Sexual intimacy concerns within marriage
Faith differences between spouses
Blended family and extended family challenges

Many couples throughout the Buford area are actively involved in their local church. We value the role pastors and church leaders play in supporting marriages and are honored to serve as the clinical complement to that spiritual care.

Premarital Counseling

A healthy marriage doesn't begin on your wedding day.

It begins with intentional preparation long before you exchange vows.

Every engaged couple has differences. Those differences aren't usually the problem.

The question is whether you've learned how to navigate them together.

Our premarital counseling uses the nationally respected PREPARE/ENRICH Assessment, one of the most researched premarital tools available. It helps couples identify strengths, recognize potential growth areas, and build practical relationship skills before small frustrations become larger patterns.

Couples consistently tell us that premarital counseling helped them begin marriage with greater confidence, understanding, and unity.

Couples in Crisis

Sometimes couples don't come because they want a stronger marriage.

They come because they're afraid their marriage won't survive.

If you're wondering whether it's too late...

Please know you're not alone.

Many couples wait years before reaching out for counseling. By the time they schedule their first appointment, trust has often been damaged, communication has become defensive, and both spouses feel emotionally exhausted.

While every situation is unique, we've seen relationships begin to heal even after seasons that once felt impossible.

Healing doesn't happen overnight. But it often begins when both spouses finally have a safe place to slow down, understand one another, and start rebuilding trust one conversation at a time.

Christian Sex Therapy for Married Couples

Healthy sexual intimacy is an important part of a healthy marriage, yet it's one of the topics couples are often least comfortable discussing.

Many couples struggle silently for years because they feel embarrassed, ashamed, or afraid of being misunderstood.

Sexual concerns rarely exist in isolation. They often reflect deeper relationship dynamics involving trust, emotional connection, communication, stress, trauma, medical concerns, or differing expectations.

Corrie Brewton, LPC, LMFT, provides Christian sex therapy for married couples in a compassionate, respectful environment where sensitive conversations can happen without shame. She provides Christian sex therapy for married couples, helping them address sensitive concerns such as mismatched desire, the effects of pornography, unresolved conflict, and past trauma with compassion, clinical expertise, and respect for their faith and values.

Christian Counseling for Men

Many men spend years carrying burdens they never talk about. They're working hard - providing for their families, serving at church, coaching ball teams - trying to be dependable.

From the outside, everything may appear fine.

Inside, they may be exhausted, discouraged, angry, lonely, or wondering why life feels increasingly heavy.

Many men were taught, directly or indirectly, that asking for help is a sign of weakness.

We've found the opposite to be true.

Seeking counseling often requires tremendous courage.

It means being willing to honestly examine parts of life that have been ignored for far too long.

At Paraclete, we provide practical, straightforward counseling that respects how many men naturally process challenges. Our therapists create an environment where men don't feel judged, lectured, or pressured. They simply have room to be honest.

Specialized Counseling for Men

Terrence James, LMFT, works with men navigating identity, purpose, work-life balance, marriage concerns, stress, and personal growth.

Seth Kemfort, a former collegiate athlete and football coach, specializes in behavioral addictions, including pornography, compulsive sexual behavior, gambling, gaming, technology addiction, and recreational drug use. He also enjoys working with male athletes and understands the unique pressures associated with competition, performance, and identity beyond sports.

Together, they also work extensively with teenage boys and young men.

Common concerns include:

Stress and burnout
Anger and emotional regulation
Marriage and relationships
Identity and purpose
Anxiety and depression
Pornography addiction
Sexual addiction
Gambling
Gaming and technology addiction
Life transitions

One thing we've observed over the years is that men rarely come to counseling because they want to talk about feelings.

They come because something important isn't working anymore.

When they discover that counseling can be practical, honest, and focused on real solutions, not just talking, they often become some of our most committed clients.

Counseling for Teens

Today's teenagers are growing up in a world that's very different from the one their parents experienced.

Academic pressure is higher. Social media has made comparison constant. Friendships can change overnight. Many teenagers carry anxiety, loneliness, perfectionism, or self-doubt while becoming increasingly skilled at hiding it from the adults who care about them most.

Families in Buford often tell us they feel caught in a painful cycle.

Parents are worried.

Their teenager insists everything is "fine."

Arguments become more frequent. Communication becomes shorter. Everyone in the family feels frustrated, but no one seems to know how to change it.

One thing we've learned over the years is that teenagers often have much more to say than parents realize.

They simply need a place where they don't feel like they're going to disappoint someone, get in trouble, or immediately be given advice.

Counseling provides that space.

Our therapists help teenagers better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, strengthen resilience, and build confidence while working collaboratively with parents when appropriate. Students in Buford often face tremendous expectations, not only academically, but socially, athletically, and personally. Success can become part of a teenager's identity, making setbacks feel overwhelming.

We provide teen counseling to help teenagers navigate challenges including:

Anxiety and excessive worry
Depression and hopelessness
ADHD and executive functioning difficulties
Academic stress and perfectionism
Self-esteem and identity
Self-harm
Peer relationships
Social anxiety
Family conflict
Faith questions
Technology and social media pressures
Chronic health issues, such as migraines

Our teen counselors include Lisa Poore, LPC, Seth Kemfort, Terrence James, LMFT, and Kami Legg, LMFT, each bringing different strengths and specialties so we can thoughtfully match your teenager with someone they'll connect with.

Parents remain an important part of the counseling process.

While we protect your teenager's confidentiality, we also partner with parents by providing guidance, practical tools, and ongoing collaboration that supports lasting change at home.

Christian Counseling for Children

Children rarely say,

"I'm struggling with anxiety."

Instead, anxiety often shows up as stomachaches before school… Difficulty sleeping… Big emotional reactions to small disappointments.

Separation anxiety. Tantrums that seem to come from nowhere.

Behavior is often a child's language before words can fully express what they're experiencing. That's why counseling with children looks different from counseling with adults.

Children don't process emotions primarily through conversation.

They process through play.

Why Play Therapy Works

Play therapy isn't simply playing games.

It's an evidence-based therapeutic approach that allows children to express emotions, practice problem-solving, process difficult experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping through activities that are natural to their stage of development.

Just as adults often work through emotions by talking, children often work through emotions while playing.

Our therapists intentionally use toys, art, games, stories, and imaginative play to help children communicate experiences they may not yet have the vocabulary to describe.

Sand Tray Therapy

Kami Legg also incorporates Sand Tray Therapy, a specialized therapeutic approach in which children, and sometimes teens and adults, use miniature figures to create scenes in sand.

These scenes often communicate emotions, relationships, fears, hopes, and experiences that are difficult to express verbally.

For many children, sand tray creates a safe bridge between overwhelming emotions and meaningful healing.

We Frequently Help Children With:

Anxiety and excessive worry
ADHD and attention challenges
Emotional regulation and behavioral concerns
Trauma and difficult life experiences
Divorce and family transitions
Friendship difficulties and social struggles
Grief and loss
School-related anxiety

Parents are never left out of the process.

One of the most important parts of child counseling happens outside the therapy room. We partner with parents by helping you understand what's happening beneath your child's behavior while providing practical strategies you can confidently use at home.

Often, as parents begin responding differently, children begin responding differently too.

Christian Family Counseling

When one person struggles, the whole family feels it.

Parents become exhausted. Children feel misunderstood. Siblings react differently.

Communication becomes strained.

Before long, everyone feels disconnected, even though everyone wants things to be different.

Family counseling provides an opportunity to slow down and understand the patterns that keep families stuck.

Rather than asking,

"Who's causing the problem?"

we ask,

"What is happening within this family system, and how can we help everyone move toward healthier relationships?"

Our therapists help families improve:

Communication
Conflict resolution
Parenting consistency
Emotional connection
Problem-solving
Boundaries
Family transitions
Blended family relationships

For Christian families, faith can also become an important resource for healing, offering hope, forgiveness, grace, and a shared foundation as families rebuild trust and connection.

How We Help You Heal

No two people experience anxiety the same way.

No two marriages struggle for exactly the same reasons.

No two trauma survivors respond identically.

That's why we don't believe in one-size-fits-all counseling.

Instead, we carefully match the treatment approach to the individual sitting in front of us.

Research consistently shows that effective therapy isn't about finding one "magic technique." It's about combining the right therapeutic approach with a strong relationship between counselor and client.

That relationship is where healing begins.

Below are several of the evidence-based therapies our clinicians use every day.

EMDR Therapy for Trauma

Many people believe healing from trauma means talking about painful memories over and over.

EMDR offers another path.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one of the most thoroughly researched trauma treatments available today. It helps the brain process distressing memories that have become "stuck," allowing those experiences to become part of your story without continuing to control your present.

Somatic Therapy & Nervous System Regulation

Trauma isn't stored only in our memories; it also affects the body. After difficult experiences, the nervous system can become overly sensitive, causing people to remain on constant alert long after danger has passed. That's why someone may logically know they're safe while their body continues responding as though a threat is present. Somatic therapy helps clients notice those physical responses and gently retrain the nervous system.

Rather than asking only,

"What are you thinking?"

we also explore,

"What is your body experiencing right now?"

Clients learn practical skills that help them:

Calm an overactive nervous system
Recognize triggers earlier
Increase emotional regulation
Feel more grounded
Expand their capacity to tolerate stress
Experience greater resilience in daily life

One of the most encouraging things we tell clients is this:

Your nervous system learned these protective responses.

That means it can also learn healthier ones.

Trauma and anxiety don't affect only your thoughts, they also affect your body. Somatic therapy and nervous system regulation help you recognize how trauma is stored physically while teaching your body to respond differently.

ERP & ACT for Anxiety and OCD

For clients struggling with anxiety, OCD, or intrusive thoughts, we use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to decrease the power of anxiety. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches you to respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions so you can live more fully according to your values. For obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and many anxiety disorders, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is considered the gold-standard treatment.

Many people assume exposure therapy means forcing someone to face their biggest fear.

That's not how we approach it.

ERP involves gradually and intentionally facing feared situations while learning not to rely on compulsions, avoidance, reassurance, or other behaviors that temporarily reduce anxiety but actually keep it alive over time.

As clients practice responding differently, their brain begins learning an important lesson:

"I can tolerate uncertainty, and I don't need anxiety to make every decision for me."

Over time, anxiety loses much of its power.

We also frequently use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Rather than trying to eliminate every uncomfortable thought or emotion, ACT teaches people to relate differently to those experiences. Many anxious people spend enormous amounts of energy trying not to feel anxious. Ironically, that struggle often makes anxiety stronger.

ACT helps clients develop psychological flexibility, the ability to make choices based on their values instead of their fears.

Instead of asking,

"How do I get rid of anxiety?"

the question gradually becomes,

"How do I live the life I want, even when anxiety shows up?"

That shift is often where meaningful freedom begins.

For Christian clients, ACT aligns beautifully with many biblical themes of perseverance, courage, wisdom, and living according to deeply held values rather than momentary emotions.

Trauma Therapy

Trauma isn't defined only by what happened. It's also defined by how those experiences continue affecting your life today. Some people experienced a single overwhelming event. Others carry the effects of years of criticism, emotional neglect, abuse, family conflict, or relationships where they never felt emotionally safe. We've learned something important after many years of trauma work: Many people believe they're "over it" because they rarely think about what happened. Then something in the present, a relationship conflict, criticism at work, a loud voice, a medical procedure, or even a certain smell, triggers a reaction that feels much bigger than the current situation. Their nervous system remembers what their mind has tried to forget.

Healing isn't about pretending the past never happened. It's about helping your brain and body recognize that the danger is no longer happening now.

Our trauma-informed therapists combine EMDR, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, and other evidence-based approaches to help clients process painful experiences rather than continually reacting to them.

Many clients tell us they don't simply feel less distressed.

They feel like themselves again.

Church Hurt & Spiritual Trauma

Some of the deepest wounds we see weren't caused outside the church.

They happened inside it.

Perhaps you experienced spiritual manipulation, shame-based teaching, authoritarian leadership, or religious abuse. A church community that abandoned you during one of the hardest seasons of your life. Or perhaps your faith quietly unraveled after years of unanswered questions you never felt safe asking. These experiences can leave people questioning not only the church, but also themselves and even God.

At Paraclete, we believe these wounds deserve thoughtful clinical care—not quick spiritual answers. You don't have to defend your faith. And you don't have to abandon it. We'll meet you wherever you are. Some clients rediscover a healthier relationship with God. Others simply need space to grieve what happened. Either way, healing begins by being heard.

Church Hurt & Spiritual Trauma

Some of the deepest wounds we see weren't caused outside the church.

They happened inside it.

Counseling Near Buford, GA

While we're not located in Buford itself, many individuals, couples, and families choose to make the drive because finding the right therapist often matters more than finding the closest office.

For days when your schedule is full or the drive isn't practical, we also offer secure telehealth appointments anywhere in Georgia. Research has found that telehealth can be as effective as in-person therapy for many concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD, while offering greater convenience for busy families and professionals.

Whether you meet with us in person or online, you'll receive the same thoughtful, evidence-based, faith-integrated care from the same therapist. During your free consultation, we'll help you decide which option best fits your schedule and your goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.

No. While our practice is rooted in the Christian faith, we welcome people from all faith backgrounds. Your therapist won't pressure you to pray, quote Scripture, or adopt a particular viewpoint. Instead, we'll meet you where you are and respect your beliefs. If your faith is an important part of your life, we'll thoughtfully integrate it into therapy. If it isn't, we'll still provide the same evidence-based, compassionate care.
Christian counseling combines the best of evidence-based psychological treatment with a biblical understanding of hope, healing, relationships, and personal growth. It doesn't replace good clinical care — it adds another source of wisdom and support for clients who desire it. There is scientific evidence that those with a spiritual faith generally experience better mental health, higher life satisfaction, and lower rates of psychological distress.
Absolutely. Every therapist at Paraclete Counseling is a licensed mental health professional trained in evidence-based treatment approaches. Depending on your needs, your therapist may use EMDR, ERP, ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, biofeedback, play therapy, or other research-supported methods. We believe faith and science work beautifully together.
Yes. Many people who come to us have spent months or even years trying to push through anxiety, perfectionism, or chronic stress on their own. We help clients understand what's driving their anxiety, calm an overactive nervous system, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and learn practical skills that create lasting change. Our goal isn't simply to help you cope better; it's to help you experience genuine freedom.
Yes. Many people assume they need to have a strong faith before coming to Christian counseling, but that's simply not true. Some of our clients are wrestling with doubts, disappointment, unanswered prayers, church hurt, or questions they've never felt safe asking. Your counselor won't judge where you are spiritually.
EMDR is a highly researched therapy that helps the brain process traumatic memories and experiences that have become "stuck." Many Christian clients appreciate that EMDR can be thoughtfully integrated with their faith. We often find that as emotional wounds begin to heal, clients are better able to experience God's love, peace, and truth without trauma continually getting in the way.
Yes. Our therapists work with children, teens, and their families on anxiety, ADHD, depression, behavioral challenges, trauma, school-related stress, emotional regulation, and family transitions. For younger children, Kami Legg often uses play therapy and sand tray therapy. For teens, Seth Kemfort, Terrence James, Kami Legg, and Lisa Poore provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where they can develop healthy coping skills, emotional resilience, and confidence
Choosing the right therapist is one of the most important parts of successful counseling. That's why we offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation. During your consultation, we'll listen to what you're looking for and recommend the therapist whose training, experience, and personality are the best fit for your needs.
The first session is an opportunity for your therapist to get to know you and understand what brings you to counseling. You'll talk about your current concerns, relevant life experiences, relationships, goals, and any questions you have about therapy. There's no pressure to share everything at once.
Paraclete Counseling is a private-pay practice, which allows us to focus on your care rather than insurance company restrictions. As a courtesy, we electronically file out-of-network insurance claims for many clients. We also accept HSA and FSA cards.
Yes, we provide secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth appointments for clients anywhere in Georgia.
Yes. Whether you've experienced spiritual abuse, manipulative leadership, shame-based teaching, betrayal, or deep disappointment within a church, those experiences can leave lasting emotional wounds. Our therapists provide a safe, compassionate environment to process those experiences without minimizing them or dismissing your faith.
Yes. Our practice provides counseling for pornography addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, gambling addiction, video game addiction, technology addiction, and recreational drug use. Treatment focuses not only on reducing unwanted behaviors but also on understanding the underlying emotional needs, relationship patterns, and coping strategies that contribute to them.
The answer depends on your goals and the concerns you're working through. Some clients come for a short season to address a specific issue or life transition. Others choose longer-term counseling to work through trauma, relationship patterns, or struggles that have developed over many years.
Yes. Many people avoid counseling because they're afraid they'll have to describe every painful detail of what happened. While understanding your story is important, therapies such as EMDR and somatic therapy don't require you to repeatedly retell traumatic memories. Our goal is to help you process the past in a way that feels safe, respectful, and manageable.
A few things set us apart:
- Multiple therapists with specialized expertise, rather than generalists
- Christian faith thoughtfully integrated with evidence-based therapies like EMDR, ERP, ACT, somatic therapy, and biofeedback
- Trauma-informed care across the entire practice
- Specialized services for children, teens, adults, couples, men's issues, sex therapy, ADHD, and behavioral addictions
- Telehealth available throughout Georgia for the days the drive doesn't work
Clients often tell us that finding a therapist who's the right fit matters more than finding one that's the closest. We'd rather you make the drive and get matched with the therapist who's genuinely right for you.

Ready to Start? We're a Short Drive from Buford.

If you're looking for Christian counseling near Buford, GA, Paraclete Counseling would be honored to walk alongside you. Whether you're an individual navigating a difficult season, a couple working to rebuild, a parent seeking help for your child, or a man ready to finally address what's been weighing on you — we're here.

We combine expert counseling and faith to help you heal, connect, and live with purpose. You don't have to figure it out alone.

Schedule your complimentary 15-minute consultation today