Therapist
Aleta (Deonne) O'Quinn
LPC
Compassionate counselor for life changes
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- Practical skill building
- Warm conversational style
- Focus on resilience
About Aleta
Aleta (Deonne) O'Quinn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 12 years of practice supporting people through emotional challenges and major life changes. She focuses on straightforward, compassionate care and aims to help clients feel understood and capable again.
Aleta helps people who face depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and stress from work or life transitions. She also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction struggles, and the emotional fallout of trauma and abuse. Intellectual disability appears among the areas listed in her profile and may be a topic discussed when relevant to a person's needs.
Sessions are conversational and practical. Aleta emphasizes clear communication, learning coping skills, and small changes that make daily life more manageable. She works with clients to build self-compassion and reduce isolation through steady, personal attention rather than quick fixes.
Her approach pulls from several evidence-based methods to help people process painful memories, regulate difficult emotions, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Clients can expect homework when it helps, simple skill practice, and focused check-ins on progress.
Aleta aims to partner with each person to set realistic goals and track progress. She encourages questions and keeps treatment practical so clients can apply what they learn between sessions. To begin, she asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.
Aleta helps people who face depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and stress from work or life transitions. She also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction struggles, and the emotional fallout of trauma and abuse. Intellectual disability appears among the areas listed in her profile and may be a topic discussed when relevant to a person's needs.
Sessions are conversational and practical. Aleta emphasizes clear communication, learning coping skills, and small changes that make daily life more manageable. She works with clients to build self-compassion and reduce isolation through steady, personal attention rather than quick fixes.
Her approach pulls from several evidence-based methods to help people process painful memories, regulate difficult emotions, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Clients can expect homework when it helps, simple skill practice, and focused check-ins on progress.
Aleta aims to partner with each person to set realistic goals and track progress. She encourages questions and keeps treatment practical so clients can apply what they learn between sessions. To begin, she asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
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Online approaches and how they help
Aleta often uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, validating feelings, and helping people find their own answers; it can help with low self-esteem and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety and depression.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when intense emotions or relationship patterns create distress. DBT tools teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interpersonal boundaries which can help with anger, impulsivity, and relationship strain.
Finding the right approach is part of the process and Aleta will collaborate with each person to decide what fits best. She tailors techniques to a client's goals and preferences and checks in regularly to adjust the plan if something isn't working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to keep regular appointments and practice skills between sessions when therapy fits into their everyday routine.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
Aleta helps with depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, stress, and coping with life changes. She also works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting stress, bipolar concerns, and compassion fatigue.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is compassionate and conversational. She focuses on practical skills, clearer communication, and steady emotional support.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working as a therapist in Georgia.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, listed as LPC, practicing in Georgia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy here?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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