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Providing individual counseling for adults and relationship counseling for couples and poly folks.

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IN PERSON IN GEORGIA AND TELEHEALTH IN FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, & GEORGIA

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In compliance with Florida telehealth services, please see the following link for information: https://flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/

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In compliance with South Carolina telehealth services, please see the following link for information:

https://llr.sc.gov/TeleHealth/Counselor.html

ABOUT ME

Jillian Blum, Ph.D., LPC

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•Gottman Level 1 & 2 Certified Relationship Therapist 

•Certified Discernment Counselor

•EMDR trained therapist 

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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education specializing in working with adults and couples to help with challenges such as managing anxiety, depression, LGBTQAI+ identity, relationship issues, trauma, and letters for HRT and surgeries. I work from an EMDR, internal family systems, person centered, sex positive, kink friendly, poly friendly, and nonbinary orientation in order to explore and collaboratively work with you to assist in achieving your goals. This eclectic theory base allows for me to develop an individual treatment plan that often includes homework and ongoing research based interventions. 

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For relationship therapy (couples and poly), I worked from a Gottman standpoint to help guide partners with evidence based interventions. 

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Also, for those contemplating about whether to divorce or not, Discernment Counseling can be a great option to increase clarity and confidence in deciding how to move forward. 

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Our work together can help to increase your self awareness and identify patterns that can be changed to achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life. Therapy is such a powerful tool that can allow you to learn about yourself in a deeper, more meaningful manner. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.

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I offer availability Monday-Friday from 10am-3pm and some Saturdays availability until noon. Currently, I am providing therapy in person and online. I welcome you to call or email me so we can further discuss how I can help you or a loved one.

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INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS), EMDR, GOTTMAN, AND DISCERNMENT COUNSELING APPROACH

Evidenced-based practice for change

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Monday-Friday: 10am-3pm 

Saturday 9am-noon 

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Providing in person and online therapy

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IN PERSON IN GEORGIA AND TELEHEALTH IN FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, & GEORGIA

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 INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING 

55 Minute Sessions

Life throws many surprises at us, and while we cannot predict the outcome of any situation, we can take control of how we respond to certain situations. Utilizing evidenced-based interventions, we will work together to analyze patterns and learn how to exert your power of choice over whatever life may throw at you via a specified treatment plan. Helping to explore and identify blindspots can help increase your awareness. EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) can be very beneficial. 

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Trauma doesn’t always fade with time. It can linger in the body and mind, showing up as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or emotional triggers. EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based approach to help you reprocess distressing memories and regain a sense of control.

I offer EMDR therapy in Decatur and across Georgia, South Carolina, & Florida via secure telehealth, with a trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming approach.

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EMDR is a structured, brain-based therapy that uses bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping) to help your brain reprocess traumatic memories. It’s especially effective for:

  • PTSD and complex trauma

  • Childhood neglect or abuse

  • Medical or accident trauma

  • Sexual trauma

  • Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias

  • Grief and complicated loss

  • Attachment wounds and relationship trauma

Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn’t require you to talk about every detail of your trauma. It focuses on how your brain stores and processes the memory—helping you move forward.

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RELATIONSHIP THERAPY (COUPLES & POLY)

55-90 minute Sessions

GOTTMAN LEVEL 1 & 2 CERTIFIED RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST

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This service is a favorite among many of my clients, as it is often times one of the keys to a happier, healthier life. My job is to give you the tools and techniques to achieve a balanced and fulfilling partnership and learn from patterns and make change utilizing research based practices of Gottman theory. Call or email now to schedule a session.

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HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY & SURGERY LETTERS

50 minute Sessions

Under the guideline of WPATH, I work with clients to assess and provide letters of capacity for hormone replacement therapy and surgeries. It is both a pleasure and a privilege to work with people wanting to take the step to live more authentically. I look forward to discussing how I can help you in this process.

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Number of sessions needed to obtain letter depends on the client's individual needs. Call or email me to discuss next steps!

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COUPLES ON THE BRINK: DISCERNMENT COUNSELING

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CERTIFIED DISCERNMENT COUNSELOR

90-120 minute Sessions (Up to 5 sessions)

Are you in a relationship where one partner is leaning out while the other wants to save it? You’re not alone and you don’t have to navigate this alone. Discernment counseling is a short-term, focused process that helps couples gain clarity and confidence about the future of their relationship. Whether you’re leaning toward separation or hopeful for reconciliation, this process supports honest reflection and informed decisions.

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Discernment counseling is ideal for mixed-agenda couples—those where one partner is considering ending the marriage while the other is invested in preserving it. Unlike traditional couples therapy, this approach is not about solving marital problems immediately, but about understanding what got you here and where to go next.

Common reasons couples seek discernment counseling:

  • “I’m not sure if I want to stay married.”

  • “My spouse wants a divorce, but I don’t.”

  • “We’ve tried therapy before, but it didn’t help.”

  • “We’re separated, and I need clarity about what comes next.”

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What to Expect in Discernment Counseling

This is a structured, short-term process (usually 1–5 sessions) that includes:

  • Individual time with each partner and time together

  • A safe space to explore three paths: staying the same, pursuing divorce, or committing to couples therapy

  • Support in making a clear, confident decision about the relationship

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FEES AND PAYMENTS 

My self-payment rate is $150 per 55 minutes for individual therapy and payment is due at the time of service. Payments made by credit card or cash. Please inquire about 10 and 20 Session Package options.

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HRT letters can be obtained at $150 a session with an additional $150 for the time for preparing the letter. 

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Relationship therapy can be obtained via a private pay rate of $150 per 55 minute session, $200 for a 90 minute session,  $250 for 120 minute session. 

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Clients are subject to an out-of-pocket $65 fee for missing a session if appointment is not canceled within 24 hours of the upcoming appointment. 

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Office hours: 

Monday-Friday: 10am-3pm

Saturday: 9am-noon

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IN PERSON IN GEORGIA AND TELEHEALTH IN FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, & GEORGIA

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165 Dekalb Industrial Way, Suite B8, Decatur, GA 30030, USA

770-361-4627

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