Mariah Sylvia, LPC
Trauma, Anxiety & Eating Disorder Therapist for Teens & Adults | EMDR Therapy Specialist
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Mariah Sylvia is a trauma-informed EMDR therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, grief, disordered eating, and body image concerns for older teens and adults. She works with individuals who experience persistent anxiety, unresolved trauma, intrusive memories, or negative core beliefs that impact confidence, relationships, and daily functioning.
Mariah specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR therapy, an evidence-based treatment for trauma and anxiety. EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they no longer feel as intense, reactive, or intrusive. This approach can be especially helpful for those navigating childhood trauma, relationship wounds, grief, or persistent negative beliefs about themselves. Her work also addresses anxiety that feels constant or hard to explain, disordered eating patterns rooted in control or coping, and body image concerns shaped by past experiences. By integrating EMDR with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Solution-Focused techniques, Mariah helps clients reduce symptoms while building emotional regulation, self-trust, and resilience.
Many clients come to therapy during seasons of transition such as starting college, ending relationships, grieving a loss, or feeling disconnected from their identity. Therapy with Mariah is steady, structured, and compassionate. She creates a space where clients can process trauma, work through anxiety, heal their relationship with food and body image, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Her goal is to help teens and adults feel less stuck in survival patterns and more grounded, empowered, and aligned with who they truly are.
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Specialties
Mariah’s Areas of Expertise
- Life Adjustments and Transitions
- Stress Management
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Grief and Loss
- Eating Disorders
- Self-Esteem, Identity, and Body Image Issues
- BIPOC
- Women’s Issues
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Client Focus & Modality
Mariah’s Client Focus & Modality
- Teens (14y/o+)
- Young Adults
- Adults
- Individuals
- Groups
- In Person (Alpharetta office)
- Video Sessions (GA residents only)
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Approach
Mariah’s Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Strength-Based Approaches
- Narrative Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Education
Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Bridgeport
Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- State of Georgia (LPC010799)
Mariah's Blog Posts
What Is EMDR? A Complete Guide to EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based treatment designed to help individuals process trauma, anxiety, panic, and intrusive memories. By using bilateral stimulation such as guided eye
What is Hypervigilance? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Hypervigilance is a state of constant alertness where your nervous system stays “on guard” even when no danger is present. Common in PTSD and anxiety disorders, it can include racing
Surviving Survivor’s Guilt
Discover the signs, causes, and treatment options for survivor’s guilt. Learn how this trauma-related response impacts mental health and how therapy can help you heal.
Understanding Dissociation
Have you ever felt detached from reality or found yourself confused when others have brought up details of a significant event that you experienced? There is a chance that you
Tips For Intentional New Year Goals
As we head into another new year, it is common to find ourselves reflecting on where we have been, what we may have accomplished and what we may want to
3 Tips for Processing Grief
Grief is the sorrow and anguish felt following a loss. Most common losses can include the death of a loved one, the loss of a job or relationship or even
Coping with Change and Transitions
Change is inevitable in life and not always easy to cope with. Here are a few things to consider if you are experiencing a change or transition.
3 Questions to Tackle Stress and Prevent Burnout
Stressors are inevitable and, in some cases, stress can be useful. However, unmanaged, prolonged and cumulative stress can lead to burnout. This article share 3 questions to get you started
Pre-Holiday Mental Health Tips
The holidays often challenge our ability to manage time, stress, and interpersonal relationships. Here are a few tips to get through it all in a mentally healthy way.
Three Strategies for Overcoming Neurotic Perfectionism
Unlike normal perfectionists, neurotic perfectionists are defined by their inability to give themselves grace and adjust behaviors and expectations in the pursuit of attaining their high standards. Here are three
What is the Health At Every Size® (HAES) Approach?
Learn the five principles of a philosophy that works to end weight discrimination, improve access to healthcare, and promote health equity regardless of size.
Understanding Your Attachment Style & Its Impact on Your Relationships
The types of attachments formed to primary caregivers during early stages of development can impact interpersonal relationships later in life.
4 Ways to Practice Self Love
Self-love is an important component of building confidence and self-esteem. If you feel as though you don’t know where to start, here are 4 tools to practice self-love.
Expand Your Mind
Mariah’s Recommended Books
Disclaimer
The ideas and suggestions provided in these books are not a substitute for seeking professional guidance. Neither our therapists, the publisher, nor the author shall be held liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising from any suggestion or information contained in these books.
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