Therapy Specialty Areas
How do I know who I should meet with? Making the initial call to a counseling practice can be extremely …
Three Questions Key to a Healthy Parent/Teen Relationship
Over the years that I’ve been practicing as a therapist, I’ve seen a lot of parent-teen relationships—most of them were …
The Grief of Moving
Three years ago, I moved here to the Atlanta area from Philadelphia. It was a big change for my family …
Getting to Know The Four Attachment Styles
“Connection is why we’re here. We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our …
Katharine LeCraw, MA, APC
Ever feel like everyone around you has it all together, and you are barely treading water? Allow me to throw …
Samantha Mathews, MA, LAMFT, LPC
Hi, I’m Sam! I’m thankful you are taking the time to read this bio and, ultimately, that you are taking …
Making Space for What Matters
When you search your home for something you need, do you often find frustration? Is clothing cluttering your closet? Is …
In Between
“Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is a famous quote by leadership expert, Peter Drucker. He picked up on the undeniable …
Sex Addiction: Things to Know
Takeaways from Treating Sex Addiction As a counselor, I have treated sex addiction for 20 years. I have some key …
Building Self-Compassion
When you think about others’ pain and suffering, it seems natural and easy to be compassionate. You probably even do …
Cultivating a Lifestyle of Appreciation
Have you ever noticed that when we focus on our problems, our problems appear to get bigger? Our thoughts can …
Love or Fear?
Eternity in Hell? Individuals navigating sexual and/or gender identity concerns often sit in my office. They may say something along …
Meet Lauren Hamrick, MS, EdS, LPC, RPT, CPCS
Hello! I’m Lauren Hamrick. I am thrilled to be connected with Restoration Counseling of Atlanta! What is your background and …
Recovering From An Affair
How can a couple recover from an affair? Working through an affair can be an extremely painful experience. When an …
Rebuilding Trust and Connection in Marriage
Conflict is inevitable in relationships—especially in marriage. Many fear conflict because they were not taught how to handle it in …
The Aftermath of Setting Boundaries
“Boundaries” like “self-care” is kind of a buzzword, isn’t it? If you’ve been to therapy or on the internet (aka …
Relational Justice
Understanding God’s Design of Justice Within Humanity – Part 2 This article is a continuation of my previous article Relational …
Maintaining Your Sanity During a Move
Also known as setting realistic expectations for yourself and knowing when to ask for help. Late one summer morning this …
Self-Awareness: It Matters and It Doesn’t
What is self-awareness? Self-awareness is a popular phrase these days. It is not uncommon to hear someone described as self-aware …
Why We ALL Should Celebrate Black History Month
What does the Bible say about Celebration? Celebration is a spiritual discipline. Celebration in the Bible is frequently experienced collectively …