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Stacey J. Nyman, MS, LPC

Stacey J. Nyman is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. She utilizes a holistic approach addressing mind, body, and spirit.  She has completed significant post graduate training including training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Integrative therapy, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and additional Mind-Body training.  Additionally, she earned her RYT200 (Registered 200 Hour Yoga Teacher certification).  She enjoys integrating her yoga training (when the client desires), utilizing breath work, mindfulness, and movement to encourage embodiment, and to work through the body to release trauma.

She specializes in working with people who have experienced traumatic events or traumatic childhoods.  Unresolved trauma can have significant impact on our current day to day functioning as it can affect people emotionally as well as physiologically.

Stacey is a member of the Licensed Professional Counselor’s Association and National Certified Counselor’s Association.

Stacey earned her Bachelors of Science at Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg, VA. After completing her degree she lived and worked in the suburbs of Tokyo for over a year.  Upon her return to the U.S., she helped start a company in Atlanta and continued in a sales and management capacity for several years.

She went on to earn her Masters of Science in Professional Counseling at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA in 2007, and has been working in the private practice setting ever since.

When Stacey is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. If she is lucky, sometimes her two teenagers will grace her with their presence. She loves nature and enjoys exploring and being active outdoors.  Stacey manages her own stress through a regular yoga and mindfulness practice.  She is passionate about contributing to organizations that assist people and their families who have been faced with cancer.  She walked the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk (60 miles), participates in Tennis against Breast Cancer events, and contributes financially to the National Brain Tumor Foundation, M.D. Anderson Cancer Foundation, and other cancer charities.

Destiny Kruzel

Welcome – I am Destiny Kruzel. I am so grateful you are here. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, frightened, or defeated by the challenges you are facing in your life. I recognize the courage it takes to make the first step toward seeking therapy. It is my hope that I can accompany you on your journey by creating a safe and comfortable environment to explore all aspects of who you are.

I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and the impact that therapy can have on people’s lives. I am passionate about empowering my clients to embrace their unique strengths and gifts, step into their authentic being, and gain self-acceptance and internal peace. I work primarily out of a cognitive-behavioral framework by looking at the relationship between one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I also incorporate aspects of psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy, and strength-based therapy. I have previous experience working with clients with trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem concerns, mood difficulties, depression, and anxiety.

I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida State University. Through my educational and life experiences, I uncovered a passion to walk alongside others toward growth, healing, and transformation. Outside of my work, it is important for me to engage in activities that promote my mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. I cherish time with my family, friends, and my three fur babies. I enjoy being active, spending time outdoors, practicing yoga and meditation, traveling, and trying new food.

Client Testimonials

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I have been working with Stacey regularly for about two years now. I had never been in therapy before and terrified of what might be involved. At that time, I had serious unresolved self-esteem issues and was suffering from bouts of sever clinical depression that I attempted to alleviate with alcohol. I was terrified that our sessions would involve identifying and painstakingly analyzing all of the reasons that I was basically a pretty horrible person and addressing them one by one. I thought we might fixate on the many reasons for my inability to lead a happy, productive life because that pretty much sums up how I felt about myself at the time. As it turned out, Stacey provided a safe environment for me to honestly address these issues while offering support, emotional validation and professional, objective yet extremely nurturing presence. She identified my worthy, loving, positive attributes because I was incapable of seeing them for myself. Today I am living a much more peaceful, honest and fulfilled life. Stacey showed me that therapy is a journey, not a quick fix.
MS

When I first went to see Stacey, I was really freaked out at the idea of talking to a therapist. I had terrible nightmares that made it almost impossible to function, but discussing the abuse I’d been hiding my entire life was terrifying. Stacey made it so much easier than I would have thought possible, though. She was so sweet. I’m sure I wasn’t a very easy person to get to open up in the beginning, but over the years, she has helped me become such a stronger person. A person I can be proud of. Before I went to see her, my biggest concern about therapy was that she would pity me, which I never wanted, and she never once made me feel like I had something to be pitied for. She has a way of pushing me at exactly the right moments, and I’ve come to rely on her immensely as I continue trying to overcome the effects of the abuse, and what overcoming it means for me. Her adoration of her job comes through so much, and I think her desire to see the best in me makes me want to be the best as well. I would have never been able to be where I am today without Stacey’s help. She has made such a huge impact in my life; I have never had anyone believe in me so whole-heartedly as she does. When I talk to her, I don’t feel judged, I just feel loved. She’s truly an amazing therapist, and I’m so honored to know her. You can’t ask for anyone better than Stacey.
BH

I have been very pleased to work with Stacey Nyman. She is an excellent therapist and counselor. As a client, she has made me feel very confident in working with her. She has good understanding, is compassionate and conscientious. It is obvious that she cares very much for the healing and success of her clients. I have had to work with many therapists over the years, with differing levels of certification. From my experience, Stacey is in the upper levels of effectiveness.
Rick S.

Amazing!

I had never thought I would go to see a therapist, but when I finally decided to, a friend recommended Stacey Nyman. I was nervous, did not know what to expect and worried that it would be a waste of money. Stacey has been the best investment I’ve ever made for myself. I knew from the start that I could trust whatever process she recommended. I was skeptical about therapy, but Stacy is so knowledgeable and so supportive yet straightforward, that we were able to move through my trauma and resolve so many past issues. I am so grateful for her work and commitment to her clients.

SM

Amazing!

I had never thought I would go to see a therapist, but when I finally decided to, a friend recommended Stacey Nyman. I was nervous, did not know what to expect and worried that it would be a waste of money. Stacey has been the best investment I’ve ever made for myself. I knew from the start that I could trust whatever process she recommended. I was skeptical about therapy, but Stacy is so knowledgeable and so supportive yet straightforward, that we were able to move through my trauma and resolve so many past issues. I am so grateful for her work and commitment to her clients.

SM

Stacey is a gift to us.

I feel safe and at home. The very first time I met Stacey we connected beyond. I felt welcome. Stacey has the ability to help me find the inner peace. I am always comfortable, able to connect with her during our sessions. The comfort she gives really brings me to a place of knowing that all is – will be fine and that I am on the right track. She always finds the right words for every situations/life stories. I feel she holds my hand and always gives me the needed support to find my true self & peace in spite of what’s going on. I feel as if light emerges every time we meet. This feeling stays with me, and does last beyond our time together. Her counseling sessions truly takes me to a place where I experience the Oneness that we are all here to experience. She has helped me changed my perception and I am becoming a better me. She is the BEST.

N

Changed My Life

Stacey has literally changed my life. She is a therapist who genuinely cares about her patients. She provides a safe environment to allow vulnerability and begin the healing process. I would not be where I am today, honestly, without the help of Stacey. She is a compassionate professional whom I have the utmost respect for.

The Best

Just last year I was suffering from awful anxiety/depression. I was extremely nervous to start going to sessions. The first day I met Stacey I knew she was going to be able to help me. We had some sort of amazing connection. She makes you feel welcome and that you will be okay. You’re not alone and you’re not abnormal for the way you’re feeling/what your suffering from. She helped me so much. I couldn’t even go to school last year because of my anxiety and now I’m going to school every day, able to focus and make good grades, and I have lots of friends. So if you decide to go and see Stacey, I guarantee she will help you tremendously.

Juliana