Identity Counseling

Discover Your True Self with Compassionate Identity Counseling. Navigate Spiritual, Religious, Sexual, Gender, and LGBTQ+ Journeys in a Safe and Supportive Space.

Identity Counseling: Embrace Your Authentic Self

Navigating questions of identity—whether related to spirituality, religion, gender, sexuality, or personal beliefs—can be a deeply transformative experience. At Anchored Mind, we offer compassionate and supportive counseling to help individuals explore, understand, and affirm their identities. Whether you’re struggling with self-acceptance or seeking clarity, our therapists are here to provide guidance in a safe, nonjudgmental space.

We offer in-person sessions at our Roswell, GA office and virtual sessions, so you can access support wherever you are.

Therapeutic Approaches for Identity Counseling:

  • Person-Centered Therapy: A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach that empowers you to explore your identity and make decisions that align with your true self.

  • Narrative Therapy: Helps you reframe your personal story, allowing you to embrace your identity on your own terms.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Assists in addressing negative thought patterns and helps build confidence in your identity.

  • Strengths-Based Therapy: Focuses on identifying your strengths and how they can help you embrace your full identity with confidence.

  • Mindfulness Techniques: Promote awareness of your thoughts and emotions, enabling you to respond to life’s challenges with clarity and compassion.

  • LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy: Offers a supportive environment for individuals exploring or affirming their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

Why Nutrition is Relevant to Identity Exploration

The mind-body connection is powerful, and nutrition plays a key role in mental health and emotional well-being. Proper nutrition can positively impact your mood, energy, and self-esteem—important factors when exploring and affirming your identity. Research shows that a balanced diet supports cognitive function, emotional stability, and overall health, providing a solid foundation for navigating personal and identity challenges.

What You Will Gain from Identity Counseling:

  • A deeper understanding of your personal beliefs, values, and identity.

  • Empowering tools to affirm your gender, sexual orientation, spirituality, or religious identity.

  • Increased self-awareness and self-compassion.

  • Enhanced emotional resilience and coping strategies for life’s challenges.

  • A holistic approach that integrates nutrition and well-being into the journey of self-discovery.

Take the First Step Toward Self-Acceptance

If you’re ready to explore your identity or navigate challenges surrounding your spiritual, religious, gender, or sexual identity, we’re here to support you. Our therapists are committed to helping you build confidence and live authentically. Schedule your appointment today and begin your journey toward self-discovery and empowerment.

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  • Sarah

    Sarah Dino, APC

    COUNSELOR

    Specializations: adolescents (10+) thru adults, students, young couples, religious trauma, LGBTQIA+

  • Melinda

    Melinda Barefoot, LPC

    COUNSELOR

    Specializations: women’s issues, relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression and grief

  • Michael

    Michael Kanner, LPC

    COUNSELING DIRECTOR

    Specializations: men’s issues, relationships, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, spirituality and career

Who We Are

Anchored Mind Counseling + Nutrition is a local family-owned multidisciplinary private practice that seeks to invest in the lives of our clients and community. We aim to establish roots in Roswell by partnering with local organizations, offering group experiences, and building a culture of growth and generosity.

Kristen and I love what we do, as well as the town we live in. Our dream has been to work together in providing a variety of care to our clients, while deepening roots in our community and investing in the lives around us. We hope to offer services and events that reflect that dream and inspire a healthy and connected lifestyle. -Michael