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Dr. Lynda Cokuslu, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lynda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lynda. View 16 reviews
Great news, Lynda is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Absolutely amazing. She is non judgemental and genuinely wants to help you fix your problems you're working on and gives all the tools and strategies to get to your goal.

Reviewed August 2024

She is very thorough. Easy to talk to.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Lynda

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in Georgia with background working in many areas of counseling as assisted living for substance abuse treatment for aging and family issues; community therapy for teens and families; adult inpatient groups and outpatient substance abuse treatment, certified grief counselor specialist (CGS), trauma specialist, Certified Anger Management Specialist (CAMSII), certified Pastoral Thanatology Counselor (PT-CPs) from AIHCP; comorbidity, depression and anxiety disorder, and other therapy. My approach is integrated treatment as an adult play therapist, substance abuse counselor, licensed professional counselor, and training in marriage and family therapy. I received an EdD in counseling psychology from Argosy, MS in Counseling Studies from Capella, BAS in Healthcare Administration from Clayton State University, Marriage and Family Therapy Training, Addiction Counseling, Play therapy, and Trauma Training from Brighter Tomorrows LLC Institute. I am a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) with NAADAC; a (CMAC) with GACA. I received my Grief Specialist and Anger Management Specialist training from High Impact Training Institute. My approach is integrated CBT, Solution Focused and other therapeutic approaches and activities to aid coping with symptoms and concerns. I worked with ages 5-68 in clinical settings and 35-105 in assisted living settings utilizing play therapy, music, art, and substance abuse counseling. My groups have been working with trauma, grief, and loss, substance abuse, and music therapy. I have a trauma specialist certification.Rutgers Nicotine and Tobacco SpecialistTreatment; and EMDR with Center for Excellence ,certified Addiction Counselor Supervisor CCS https://www.betterhelp.com/cref/819ed59eb0489a5197bb93307c4f2dd0.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730549916.

  • LPC · Georgia · LPC009694 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. Lynda Cokuslu

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

16 reviews

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Absolutely amazing. She is non judgemental and genuinely wants to help you fix your problems you're working on and gives all the tools and strategies to get to your goal.

Reviewed August 2024

She is very thorough. Easy to talk to.

Reviewed May 2024

She lets me find my own path at my pace and offers direction and many worksheets and readings to help me.

Reviewed December 2023

Dr Cokuslu has been very insightful and caring. She has pointed me in the right direction with dealing with my different circumstances. She also provided me with multiple handouts, worksheets and exercises that have and is still helping me to this day. So grateful for her caring heart and willingness to make a difference in other people's lives.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Cokuslu is kind and interactive. I would recommend.

Reviewed November 2023

Wonderful !! I couldn't have a better therapist

Reviewed September 2023

Dr. Cokuslu is a wonderful listener; she also has insight and feedback on personal character so is quick to give options on how to work on certain things that will better your chance at inner healing. She provides many tools (“homework”) that helps learn about myself on a deeper level. I’ve been applying some of the skills on the worksheets and already feel I’m making progress with only 2 sessions so far. I’m very grateful for her!

Reviewed April 2023

Dr. Cokuslu, has this gift of believing and helping those under her wing. I appreciate her wisdom and patience. She is a keeper. Very relatable.

Reviewed March 2023

Very nice lady who could relate to a lot of things I was going thru in terms of losing my pet.

Reviewed March 2023

I Honestly Enjoy the Time well spent with the doctor. She has been very helpful and supportive during this New Phase in my Life. I couldn't have been given a better therapist.

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Cokuslu has been a life saver to me! She has helped me through one of the toughest times in my life. I absolutely trust and respect her more than any of the numerous counselors I’ve seen throughout my life. I actually look forward to our sessions and am excited to implement her suggestions in my life. She is understanding , non-judge mental, and is a wonderful listener.

Reviewed December 2022

I’ve been working with Dr. Cokuslu for about 9 months now. In my experience, it takes a while to get in a groove with a new therapist, but after our first few sessions, I knew she had the expertise, compassion, and life experience for a meaningful, professional connection. She recommends a variety of ways to practice healing, coping, and mindfulness in my day to day life. Before every session ends, she makes sure that I’m in a good place and that I have what I need for a successful week. This is my second round of finding a therapist on BetterHelp, and I know I’ve made the right choice with Dr. Cokuslu.

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Cokuslu is professional and courteous to my needs. She always goes above and beyond to help me find strategies which work in my hectic schedule. She brings a plethora of experience which helps me identify solutions to life’s problems.

Reviewed February 2022

I ABOUSTLY love working with her. So glad i choose her. She ask what my concerns are that week and how I'm feeling about what we are doing and talking about and if I understand it and if it's helping me. She always ask if I'm at a good place to stop the session which means so much to me Overall I wouldn't want to work with anyone else

Reviewed January 2022

She is a great therapist and always there when you need her!

Reviewed January 2022

Dr. Cokuslu is lovely. I can only speak from my experience but based on my needs she is a great fit. She is warm and kind. Not judge mental.

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Lynda Cokuslu offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Lynda Cokuslu works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Lynda Cokuslu speak?

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Lynda Cokuslu have?

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu has 8 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Lynda Cokuslu licensed to practice?

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Dr. Lynda Cokuslu accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Lynda Cokuslu does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Lynda Cokuslu offer?

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Lynda Cokuslu?

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Lynda Cokuslu?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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