Find the Support You Deserve with a Therapist Who Understands in Decatur GA​

Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about someone walking with you as you rediscover your strength and confidence.

About Dignity Counseling
About Dignity Counseling

Your Story Matters— I’ll Help You Navigate It

Life can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s the weight of anxiety, the pain of grief, or the uncertainty of change, it’s easy to feel stuck. But you don’t have to go through this alone.

At Dignity Counseling, I believe healing happens in a space where you feel heard, valued, and understood. Therapy with me isn’t about finding quick fixes—it’s about helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and creating a life that feels right for you.

I specialize in Dignity Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and evidence-based counseling approaches, providing you with the tools to process emotions, navigate transitions, and reclaim peace of mind.

portrait of Chris Dorsey founder of dignity counseling

“One’s dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but it can never be taken away unless it is surrendered.”

Michael J Fox
Who I Am
Who I Am

Who I Am & Why I Do This Work

For years, I thought strength meant handling everything alone. It wasn’t until I found support through therapy that I realized true strength comes from allowing yourself to be seen, to be supported, and to heal in your own way.

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by personal experience and professional dedication. Before Dignity Counseling, I worked in hospice and palliative care, helping individuals and families find meaning and comfort through life’s most difficult transitions. This work solidified my belief that everyone’s story deserves to be honored, and healing is deserved at any stage of life.

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Therapist Chris Dorsey Portrait for Dignity Counselling.
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Our Approach
Our Approach

The Dignity Counseling Approach

Therapy should feel empowering, not intimidating. My approach is built on compassion, collaboration, and practicality—helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Dignity Therapy: A structured, reflective approach that helps individuals process their experiences, find meaning, and create lasting emotional closure.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): A gentle way to understand the different parts of yourself—the ones that protect, the ones that carry pain, and the ones that are ready to heal.
Traditional Counseling Methods: Evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs, whether it’s cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, or stress management tools.

Who I Am
Who I Am

Who I Help & How

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need a place to start. Here are some of the areas where I can support you:

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Nurturing
Nurturing

I Wanted Getting Started to be Simple

Taking the first step toward therapy doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how we can begin your journey together in just three easy steps.

  1. Schedule a Free Consultation – Book a quick, no-pressure call where we’ll discuss your concerns and what you hope to gain from therapy.
  2. Personalized First Session – We’ll create a safe space to explore what’s been weighing on you and develop a plan that aligns with your needs.
  3. Create Your Schedule – Whether you need short-term support or long-term guidance, we’ll work together to make a schedule and plan that fits your life.

Therapy should relieve stress, not create it.

Compassionate
Compassionate

Why Work With Me?

Compassionate, Experienced, and Focused on You

Helping you find meaning and peace through change.

Internal Family Systems, proven, evidence-based healing.

Supporting individuals through anxiety, grief, trauma, and major life shifts.

In-person sessions in Decatur or online across Georgia.

FAQ: Answers to Your Questions

1. What makes Dignity Therapy different?

Dignity Therapy helps individuals reflect on their life experiences, find meaning, and process emotional transitions in a way that creates a deep sense of peace and closure.

2. What kind of clients do you work with?

I work with individuals facing grief, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as those seeking a deeper connection with their emotions and experiences.

3. Can I do therapy online if I don’t live in Decatur, GA?

Yes! I offer secure, online therapy sessions for clients across Georgia, so you can access support from wherever you feel most comfortable.

4. How do I know if therapy is right for me?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking a space to be heard, therapy can help. A free consultation is a great way to explore whether this feels like the right fit.

I Started Dignity Counseling To Pass On The Healing That I Experienced

Your journey to healing starts with a single step. I want to work with you to create a path that feels right for you. 

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