Elaine Goldstone, FNP, Master’s of Social Work (LMSW-pending)
she/her/hers
Welcome!
My therapeutic approach is informed by the belief that at our core is the capacity for healing, wholeness, and meaningful connection. Therapy is a powerful way to discover this capacity and it is a privilege to journey with others in this work. Through a compassionate and non-pathologizing approach, my aim is to help clients connect with all parts of themselves—especially to the parts that seem to get in the way of who they want to be or what they desire in life.
Drawing from many years of clinical experience as a nurse practitioner, I have a deep appreciation of the embodied nature of our emotions. My experience in nursing/medicine has contributed to a holistic vision of health that includes attention to our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
I work with adults and adolescents in individual therapy. I have a special interest in working with parents, and, where appropriate, can incorporate family therapy. I also see clients with a variety of concerns such as substance use, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, issues around conception, chronic illness, and trauma.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming and strive to create a safe place for people of all racial, cultural, religious, or economic backgrounds. I believe that addressing the ways systems in our world have impacted our physical and mental health is an essential part of our healing and empowerment.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is my primary therapeutic modality. Mindfulness and meditation are also incorporated as a way of awakening to what is happening within us as well as a means of grounding ourselves during difficult times.
Originally from Tennessee, I lived in North Carolina and New York City before relocating to Decatur with my kids and partner. I have worked internationally in Ghana and Mexico. When I am not with clients, you can find me outdoors (preferably somewhere in the mountains), reading, creating something, or connecting with friends.
Training:
Master of Clinical Social Work, Boston University
Internal Family Systems (IFS), Level 1
Master of Nursing, Duke University
B.A. Psychology, University of Tennessee
Licensed as a Family Nurse Practitioner in GA
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment please contact me at elaine@eastatlantacounseling.com or call 404-480-2452. Sessions are held at the Decatur location or virtually.
Supervised by: Catherine Moon, LCSW