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Dr. Treva Sexton, LPC

Therapist in Georgia

Compassionate counseling for relationship and life challenges

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Dr. Treva Sexton

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLPC
  • License listedLPC, Georgia (no. LPC009072)
  • NPI number1386099794
  • Experience8 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusFamily conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem
  • Approaches includeClient-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Addiction support
  • Sexuality and intimacy
  • Communication focus

About Treva

Dr. Treva Sexton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with eight years of clinical experience. She centers her work on everyday relationship struggles and personal challenges. Dr. Sexton aims to help people improve communication and understanding so they can move forward with clearer plans and goals.

Her practice includes support for people dealing with addiction concerns and anger, and she has added substance abuse and anger management assessments to her services. She also focuses on sexual issues, from communication around intimacy to sexual dysfunction, and offers a welcoming space for LGBTQIA people.

Dr. Sexton uses practical methods to identify barriers that get in the way of progress. She and the client map out steps to address problems and build healthier patterns. Sessions tend to include straightforward conversation, skill-building, and goal planning.

The work often covers parenting challenges, blended family stress, adoption and foster care concerns, body image, and caregiver strain. Career stress, self-esteem, impulsivity, and relationship conflicts are also common topics she helps people sort through.

People who come for help can expect a direct, supportive approach. Dr. Sexton emphasizes clear communication and collaborative planning. Her office is on the west side of Atlanta, with additional satellite locations in the city, and she offers services to international clients.

How her approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a person’s own goals and perspective. The therapist listens closely and helps people find their own solutions, which is useful for relationship and identity concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. It uses practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns, helpful for anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Sexton will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and then suggest methods that fit their situation. Decisions about which techniques to use are made together and can change as goals evolve.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, like scheduling during a lunch break or joining from another city. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. Many people appreciate remote sessions for shorter check-ins or when travel would be difficult, and therapists can adapt CBT or client-centered work to an online setting to focus on communication skills, relapse prevention, or planning next steps.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed?

She works with a broad range of issues including relationship problems, parenting, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, addiction, sexual concerns, trauma, anger, bipolar symptoms, and life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and practical. She focuses on communication, mapping out steps, and teaching skills from client-centered, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing methods.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship issues, addiction-related concerns, and sexual health topics.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with an office on the west side of Atlanta and additional satellite locations in the city.

Can I work with her if I live outside the US?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients, so people outside the United States may be able to schedule with her.

What session formats does she offer?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the provider before booking to make sure they meet your needs.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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