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Dr. Lynda Cokuslu

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu, LPC

Therapist in Georgia

Compassionate, practical therapy for life's challenges

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

  • Trauma and abuse focus
  • Evidence based approaches
  • Goal oriented work

About Lynda

Dr. Lynda Cokuslu is a licensed professional counselor in Georgia who supports people navigating major life stressors. She brings nine years of clinical experience and focuses on practical ways to manage anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma and abuse. Her manner is warm and direct, aimed at helping clients feel understood and move forward.

Her work often centers on building self-compassion and clearer communication. Sessions focus on finding what gets in the way of daily functioning and replacing it with manageable habits. She helps people set goals and practice small steps that add up over time.

Dr. Cokuslu uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. She draws from cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and from client-centered ideas to keep the pace guided by the person in front of her. Dialectical skills and acceptance-based strategies are used when someone needs tools for strong emotions.

She also supports people facing relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, and life changes such as adoption, aging, or caregiver responsibilities. Practical concerns like sleep, eating, and career stress are part of the work as well. The emphasis is on real-world strategies that can be practiced between sessions.

Her practice aims to be respectful and nonjudgmental. People who want focused, goal-oriented work alongside compassionate listening may find this a helpful fit. For next steps, confirm session options and scheduling details before booking.

How therapy approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going and practicing new skills to change them. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about goals and preferences and recommend ways of working that fit those aims. That process is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.

The biography does not list which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. In general, working with licensed professionals online can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit around work, caregiving, and daily routines. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited or sessions without video when bandwidth or comfort makes that preferable. Ask about specific session lengths and rhythms when you schedule so the plan matches your life and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dr. Cokuslu address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and a wide range of related issues such as sleep and eating problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is warm and practical, combining listening with clear strategies to change thinking and behavior.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

Dr. Cokuslu has nine years of clinical experience working with adults through life transitions and emotional challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LPC credential and practices in Georgia.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are session formats handled?

Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options directly before booking.

How are costs and scheduling managed?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.

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