Theresa Fillingim , LPC

Theresa Fillingim brings a calm, client-focused presence to her counseling work in Georgia, combining years of hands-on experience with practical skill-building to help people move toward clearer goals. She approaches each meeting with an intention to earn trust while teaching straightforward tools that support measurable progress and day-to-day coping.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Philosophy from St. Joseph's College of Maine, a Master of Counseling and Psychology from the University of West Alabama, and a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Care from Mercer University Atlanta. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), which indicates professional licensure to practice counseling, and she has been a Certified Addiction Counselor II (CACII) since 2007, reflecting specialized training in addiction treatment.

Theresa works from a client-centered foundation that emphasizes nonjudgmental attention, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding. Her approach is holistic and integrative, considering physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of wellness. She has significant experience addressing anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma and abuse, and co-occurring disorders, and she helps clients craft simple, timely, and achievable goals. Her practice emphasizes collaborative work, practical strategies, and measurable steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Theresa integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet a range of concerns and life situations. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership in which the client’s priorities guide the work; it is well suited to people seeking a supportive space to explore values, relationships, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns with practical exercises and skills, often helping with anxiety, depression, and coping strategies. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns and early connection experiences to help address issues like abandonment, intimacy concerns, and relational conflict.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. Theresa works with clients to learn about their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time so the therapy aligns with what is most helpful for each person.

Online therapy with Theresa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to consistent care. These options make it possible to maintain therapeutic momentum around busy schedules, manage transitions, and engage with licensed professionals from familiar settings, while still focusing on meaningful progress and practical skills.