EMDR Therapy for Cumming, GA Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD Care in Person or by Telehealth

Jeremy Fox, LPC, CPCS EMDRIA Approved Consultant · Published in the Journal of EMDR Practice and Research · Alpharetta, GA

If you live in Cumming and you're looking for a trauma therapist, Authentic Answers is a straightforward drive south on GA-400 to Alpharetta. Jeremy offers EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and Complex PTSD in person in Alpharetta and through secure telehealth anywhere in Georgia. To be clear up front: there is no Cumming office. Cumming clients either make the drive to the Alpharetta office or meet by video from home.

Getting Here from Cumming

Sessions take place at 314 Maxwell Rd, Suite 400, Alpharetta, GA 30009, part of the Colony Park Offices on South Main. From most of Cumming it's a straight shot south on GA-400 into Alpharetta, and Alpharetta Highway (GA-9) works as a slower back way. GA-400 out of Forsyth County backs up at peak hours, so build in a cushion.

When the highway isn't worth it, meet by video instead. Telehealth runs through a HIPAA-compliant platform and reaches anywhere in Georgia. You can also split it, coming in some weeks and logging on others.

Reasons Cumming Clients Reach Out

Trauma doesn't look one way. For some it's a single event that keeps replaying, such as a wreck or an attack. For others it's a long stretch of harm, like abuse or neglect in childhood or a relationship built on control, which clinicians often call Complex PTSD. Military families have an easier path here because Jeremy is a TRICARE in-network provider.

• Sleep wrecked by bad dreams or sudden memories
• A body that won't stand down, always scanning
• Anxiety that feels bigger than the situation
• Trust, closeness, or self-worth shaped by an early home life
• Fallout from an abusive or betraying partner
• Traumatic grief after a sudden or difficult loss

What to Expect in EMDR

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Researchers have studied it for decades, and WHO guidance lists it among recommended PTSD treatments. The core of a session pairs a hard memory with rhythmic left-right input, usually eye movements, sometimes tapping. The goal is to help the brain file the memory differently. For the full explanation, see Jeremy's EMDR guide.

Treatment starts with your story and with tools for steadying yourself, and that phase gets extra room for anyone with layered, long-term trauma. Reprocessing comes after, followed by a check on what has changed. There's no guaranteed timeline or result, and Jeremy is straightforward about that.

If spreading sessions over many months sounds hard, ask about EMDR intensives, which pack the work into several longer days.

Meet Jeremy Fox, LPC

Jeremy is licensed as a Professional Counselor in Georgia. EMDRIA recognizes him as a Certified Therapist and as an Approved Consultant who guides other clinicians through their own EMDR training. He has used EMDR since 2014, supervises counselors as a CPCS, and has published in the Journal of EMDR Practice and Research. Most of his work involves PTSD, Complex PTSD, dissociation, and other trauma.

Insurance Options

Coverage includes TRICARE in-network (East Region, Humana Military), plus Oscar Health, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare (Optum), and Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem). Call your insurer to confirm your behavioral health benefits ahead of time, and reach out if anything is unclear.

Also Serving

Cumming is one of several towns Jeremy serves in person. Others include Milton, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Roswell, Canton, Woodstock, and Marietta, and anyone in Georgia can meet by video. Start at the Alpharetta EMDR therapy homepage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have an office in Cumming?

No. The office is at 314 Maxwell Rd, Suite 400 in Alpharetta, a drive south of Cumming. Cumming clients can meet in person there or use secure telehealth from anywhere in Georgia.

What insurance do you accept for Cumming clients?

Authentic Answers is in-network with TRICARE (East Region, Humana Military) and also accepts UnitedHealthcare (Optum), Aetna, Cigna, Oscar Health, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem). Please verify your mental health benefits with your insurer before your first session.

Can I do EMDR therapy online from Cumming?

Yes. EMDR can be delivered by telehealth using a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Jeremy will talk with you about whether in-person or telehealth sessions are the better fit for your situation.

How many EMDR sessions will I need?

It varies. Standard sessions are 50-60 minutes. People working on a single event often need fewer sessions than people working on long-term or childhood trauma, which usually includes a longer preparation phase. Jeremy discusses a treatment plan with you during the free initial consultation.

How do I get started?

Request a free consultation through the contact form or call (470) 758-9919. Jeremy personally responds within one business day. Please don't include sensitive health details in the form. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.