Dr. Lynda Cokuslu, LPC
Therapist in Georgia
Compassionate counselor focused on real-life change
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Profile checklist
- CredentialsLPC
- License listedLPC, Georgia (no. LPC009694)
- NPI number1730549916
- Experience9 years listed
- LanguageEnglish
- Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief
- Approaches includeAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp
Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.
- Practical coping skills
- Values-based work
- Supportive listening
About Lynda
Dr. Lynda Cokuslu is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia. She draws on nine years of clinical work to help people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and depression. Her tone is calm and direct, and she focuses on practical steps that make daily life easier.
She creates a supportive space where clients can talk through difficult experiences and build better coping habits. Sessions focus on improving communication, managing strong emotions, and reducing behaviors that get in the way of goals. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Dr. Cokuslu uses several evidence-informed approaches and adapts them to each person’s needs. She often combines client-centered listening with structured tools from cognitive behavioral techniques. When helpful, she adds skills from dialectical behavior work and strategies that encourage values-driven action.
Her background includes work with people navigating relationship challenges, midlife transitions, and identity-related concerns. She also supports those dealing with trauma, caregiving stress, and chronic health issues. That range informs how she plans sessions and sets goals with each client.
Therapy with Dr. Cokuslu emphasizes short-term skills and longer-term change. People who value clear guidance paired with empathy tend to do well in her sessions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
She creates a supportive space where clients can talk through difficult experiences and build better coping habits. Sessions focus on improving communication, managing strong emotions, and reducing behaviors that get in the way of goals. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Dr. Cokuslu uses several evidence-informed approaches and adapts them to each person’s needs. She often combines client-centered listening with structured tools from cognitive behavioral techniques. When helpful, she adds skills from dialectical behavior work and strategies that encourage values-driven action.
Her background includes work with people navigating relationship challenges, midlife transitions, and identity-related concerns. She also supports those dealing with trauma, caregiving stress, and chronic health issues. That range informs how she plans sessions and sets goals with each client.
Therapy with Dr. Cokuslu emphasizes short-term skills and longer-term change. People who value clear guidance paired with empathy tend to do well in her sessions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values. It is often used for anxiety, life changes, and patterns that keep someone stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is frequently used for anxiety, depression, and improving daily habits. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so clients feel heard and can explore their experiences at their own pace.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and then recommend techniques that fit those needs. That collaborative process helps shape sessions so they feel useful and manageable.
Session logistics are not specified in the original profile, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people use online therapy to fit sessions into busy days, making it easier to schedule breaks, avoid travel time, and keep consistent appointments. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling when needed. Licensed professionals tailor the mix of listening and skills practice to suit what a person needs and what works in their everyday life.
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
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with many issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and relationship problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style blends warm, client-centered listening with structured tools that teach coping skills and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience providing mental health support and counseling services.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with the credential shown as GA LPC.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.