Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Smyrna, GA

"Are you looking for a therapist who understands life challenges, mental health issues, life transitions, loss and grief, disabilities, worry, and stress?"

Stacia March is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Stacia specializes in helping adolescents and adults struggling with grief, life transitions, exploitation, anxiety, stress, and depression, amongst other challenges. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Barry University and uses an eclectic therapeutic approach suited to her clients' individual care.

Stacia is a therapist who has not only experienced common human experiences just like you, but who continues to build her resilience and strength. Allow her to use her therapeutic knowledge to help you find your way. Together you and Stacia can identify your strengths, build your resilience, practice self-compassion, bolster your self-esteem, and build a healthy coping toolbox. She provides a trustworthy, empathic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore and reflect on your life experiences. Stacia believes everyone should strive to live life at 100%. Through therapy and your commitment to make meaningful changes, you can work together on your journey to healing and living life fully. Allow Stacia to help you heal and thrive! Schedule an evaluation today.

"As a therapist, I believe each person has a unique story that deserves to be heard, strengths that deserve to be found and used, and an incredible capacity for growth."

Deanna Lababidi is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping people with trauma find their strengths in their story. She enjoys helping people with intense emotions learn skills to tolerate distress, regulate their emotions, communicate more effectively, and become more mindful of joy in their lives. Deanna specializes in borderline personality disorder, depression, autism, and trauma.

Deanna utilizes multiple treatment approaches including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy (SFT), strengths-based therapy (SBT), narrative therapy, and client-centered therapy (CCT).

What you may think are your greatest weaknesses may be harnessed and used as your greatest strengths. Deanna is confident that she will be able to provide a nonjudgmental space to explore any issues you bring to the table and give you the skills to cope with them and build a life worth living. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

Lisa Salyer is a Licenced Clinical Social worker with over five years of experience in the mental health field. She received her Masters of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville. She has extensive experience providing individual and group therapy for a diverse population. Her work has involved counseling survivors of domestic violence, those struggling with substance abuse, adults with relationship issues, those struggling with grief or childhood trauma along with other mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. 

To provide the best care possible Lisa adapts her therapeutic approach to best fit the needs of her clients. She utilizes an integrated therapeutic approach pulling from cognitive behavior therapy, solution focused brief therapy, and mindfulness practices. 

Lisa seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you toward meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire. 

"I offer a space where your story is honored and your feelings matter, so you can begin moving toward the life you deserve."

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, trauma survivors, and those navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and life transitions. I also have experience working with LGBTQIA+ clients and those facing challenges such as self-esteem issues, relationship and family concerns, sleep issues, substance use, grief, borderline personality disorder, and OCD.

I received my Master of Social Work from Wayne State University and my Bachelor of Social Work from Eastern Michigan University. I believe clients are the experts of their own experiences, so I use a person-centered, compassion-focused, and culturally sensitive approach tailored to their unique needs.

Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space where you can freely express yourself, build resilience, and find hope. I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey and encourage you to schedule an appointment today.

"As an African American woman, wife, and mother, I understand the unique issues that come with family structure and the importance of working collaboratively with spouses, individuals, and families."

Sharday Watkins is a Licensed Master of Social Work with over 3 years of experience. She specializes in supporting individuals and families who have experienced trauma or are struggling with anxiety and depression. Sharday has worked in school-based and community-based therapy, giving her a broad scope of how mental health affects relationships and groups. Sharday works collaboratively with clients to provide the necessary tools and empowerment to improve their lives. She is a native of Baltimore, Maryland.

Sharday received her Master of Social Work from Liberty University. She utilizes approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, art therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.

Sharday is a compassionate and empathetic clinician ready to support you on your journey towards better mental health. If you are ready to take the first steps, she encourages you to reach out today!

"With experience working with a diverse background of different ages, diagnoses, and identities, I aim to create a nonjudgmental space to explore the struggles and complexities of clients’ lives."

Mary Hansen is a Licensed Master of Social Work with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in working with individuals facing anxiety and depression. In the past four years, she has worked both inpatient and outpatient roles, giving her a broad scope of how important mental health is for individuals. Mary’s goal is to work collaboratively with clients to give them the necessary tools and empower them to improve their lives. With a person-centered and strengths-based approach, she aims to create a safe space to explore the challenges they face.

Mary completed her undergrad and her Master of Social Work at the University of Georgia. Mary's approach to therapy stems from a person-centered lens, seeing that clients are the experts on their own experiences. She uses skills derived from various therapeutic approaches to better fit a client's individual needs.

Life will always throw challenges your way, and it's important to have the skill set to work through them or to have someone in your corner to support you. Mary looks forward to empowering you to get through such challenges and exploring any barriers you may face. Book an appointment today!

Claudia Elizee-Moore, LPC, LMHC, CPCS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida, who currently practices in Georgia. Claudia has a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling, St. Thomas University, 1997. Claudia is also certified as a Paracletos Counseling Specialist and implements Christian Counseling in treatment plans, if requested. Claudia has over two decades of experience in the behavioral health field. A substantial amount of this experience has focused on working with significantly traumatized children in the foster care system through individual and family therapy. Claudia understands the significant level of stress that life transitions can create and has dedicated her life to walk alongside others who are working through depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, divorce, and grief. Her goal is to assist her clients in navigating through these challenges and live a full and self-satisfied life. Claudia believes strongly in the Cognitive Behavioral Model and its framework of working collaboratively with the client and focusing primarily on the “here and now” by helping clients to develop healthy ways to cope in their lives.

Darrell earned his Master’s degree in Community Mental Health Counseling at Malone University in 2008. While in school, he lead and developed, “How to Counsel the Black Family.” He also trained for seven years in working with individuals that were charged with DUI in Ohio. He moved to Atlanta, Georgia, in 2010. While in Atlanta, he worked with several core agencies and private businesses throughout Georgia. In 2012, he received his certification in Rational Living Therapy, and is a state certified professional counselor supervisor. He served as President of the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia from 2016 through 2018. 

Darrell’s transition from non-profit management and the political arena to counseling was driven by his passion for developing mental toughness and helping others reach their full potential. With over ten years of experience in the sports-related industry, Darrell combines both areas to service the student-athlete, families, and adults. Darrell is an interactive, solution-focus therapist. He integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.

"I believe it is vital to work collaboratively by creating a client-therapist relationship that's based on trust, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. "

Robyn Starks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has more than 8 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth.

Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.

She always maintains the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique child, individual, family and couple. Robyn will listen without judgment or a personal agenda. Working collaboratively by creating a relationship based on trust and empathy for all clients is vital. Reach out to schedule with her today, and start moving forward as a team.