Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Peachtree City, GA

Karyn Kochan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Mediator in the state of Georgia. She is also a Certified Anger Management Professional and a Certified Life Coach. Karyn has 20+ years of experience empowering adults and couples with anxiety, anger, depression, and trauma to become successful in every area of their lives. 

Karyn has earned her Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science and her Masters of Science in Counseling from National Louis University in Chicago, IL. She has done post-graduate studies in Organizational Psychology at Walden University in Minneapolis, MN. She uses an eclectic and collaborative approach in her counseling practice. Karyn’s experience includes 8 years of mental health counseling in two psychiatric hospitals. In Illinois, Karyn was a Program Coordinator in a Dual Diagnosis inpatient unit. In Georgia, she was an inpatient & outpatient Psychiatric Program counselor and facilitator. 

Karyn seeks to establish a warm relationship with you utilizing a strength-based perspective, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused therapy. She uses a creative approach by including meditation, visualization, exercise therapy, and the arts to bring meaning and value to your life.

Allison Beal is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who has 7 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, women’s issues, and relationship issues. 

She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the State University of West Georgia and received her Master's degree in School Counseling from Mercer University.  Allison utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, psychodynamic, and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple.

**Please note Allison has primarily day time hours available.***

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

"Helping people understand why they have struggles and providing tools to help them work through challenges is something I deeply enjoy as a clinician."

Rachel Lee Jackman is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. She specializes in working with individuals age 12 and up with a variety of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, and more. Rachel’s background includes private practice, residential mental health, and personal injury cases, all of which have given her a unique understanding of client needs and a greater knowledge of various tools to assist in overcoming challenges.

Rachel obtained her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands. She considers herself to be an eclectic therapist and draws on techniques from several different approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, attachment theory, and others depending on the individual.

Rachel is passionate about helping others discover their strengths and identify new tools on the path to success. She offers insight and feedback but also a safe place to talk without being judged. Schedule your first appointment today!

Harold “Jay” Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. Jay is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address everyday stress, anxiety, and depression. He enjoys helping them learn to cope with these obstacles and walk alongside as clients overcome challenges. Jay has worked with a range of clients who have both mental and physical disabilities, he understands that everyone is unique with their own unique challenges and strengths. 

Jay completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology with a minor in Family and Child Development at the University of Georgia and his Master of Education (MEd) in Professional Counseling at the University of West Georgia. He is a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Jay utilizes person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with whatever suits the client in their personal growth.

Since the pandemic, we have seen an increase in anxiety, depression, and stress. You are not alone in your struggle! Jay is confident that he will be able to help you work through any challenges you face. If you are ready to take the next step, schedule an appointment with him today.

"As a man of color and having successfully worked with diverse client populations in one-on-one, family, and group settings, I would like to share my knowledge and experiences to develop a healthy relationship, then journey through life and its difficult times with the goal of better managing its problems in living. "

Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) (originally from New York) that currently resides in Georgia, with over 20 years of experience working as a Human Service Professional. His passion for people and the betterment of the community has led him to work with adolescents, adults, and their families to address their problems in living and being stable in the community. Thomas specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Thomas' formal education, coupled with his experiences as an administrator and executive that provided direct care and community-based services to individuals and families in crisis will assist him with keeping a person(s) and their loved ones stable in the community. Thomas continues to practice psychotherapy using multiple approaches that include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

It's okay that you're having a bad moment and it's okay to have a bad day. "Every Flower Goes through Some Dirt". Thomas is dedicated to journey with you to learn and demonstrate that "WE GOT THIS" and "WE CAN DO THIS". If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with him today!

"Life can sometimes be hard. Let's work together to navigate through the difficulties."

Tamara is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who entered the field because she enjoys helping individuals make positive growth and change during the therapeutic process. She wants everyone to know that they aren't alone in how they feel.

During her career, Tamara has worked with different demographics including children and youth who are dealing with emotions and behavior concerns, as well as adults and Seniors. Her counseling approach is person-centered because everyone has different situations they need to work through. She believes that everyone deserves respect and dignity and works to assist in reconnecting and reclaiming any loss of dignity through the realization of your strengths.

"Life can be challenging. It helps to talk to someone. I can provide a listening ear free from judgment," says Tamara. "Everyone, at some point in their lives, will experience sadness, depression, anxiety, and stress. The key is not to allow these feelings to overwhelm and consume our lives. I can assist with helping you understand and cope with these feelings so that you can navigate life’s obstacles and be the best version of yourself."

"As a person with lived experience, I am a passionate advocate for mental health and eating disorder recovery. I am committed to assisting with client healing and rediscovery."

Chelse Pike is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with over 5 years of experience working in inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient programs. She is passionate about helping people feel comfortable in their own skin, break free from their limitations, foster deep connections with themselves and others, and create lives that genuinely make them happy. She aims to create a warm and accepting environment where you can embrace your true self without fear of judgment, experience genuine recognition, attentive listening, and acquire the skills to break free from the obstacles that hinder you from living a life that brings you genuine joy.

Chelse enjoys working with adolescents and adults that struggle with self-esteem, trauma, stress, disordered eating and eating disorders. She is a strong supporter of the Health at Every Size (HAES) philosophy. HAES focuses on healthy habits rather than fixating on the scale. In a nutshell, HAES encourages people of all sizes to practice self-care with kindness. She utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT and person-centered therapy, and adds expressive arts techniques to her sessions for a holistic approach. 

Remember, healing is not linear, we are all evolving daily. Chelse would love the opportunity to walk with you on your journey to recovery and healing. Allow her to help you find your strength and rediscover yourself along the way. If you're ready to take the first step, please schedule an appointment with her today!

"I genuinely believe the foundation of healthy relationships is empathy for ourselves, so I strive to create a safe space for my clients to share their thoughts without fear of judgment."

Jacob K. Gilbreath is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. He specializes in helping others with concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, sexual orientation, and relationships. Beginning his career at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jacob quickly learned to be adaptable in a variety of ways to meet his client's unique needs. He's excited about the opportunity to serve those who have a difficult relationship with their emotions, using a wide variety of techniques to assist his clients in connecting with themselves and their communities in a more empathetic and meaningful way.

Jacob received his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands. He creatively combines person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques to allow clients to see how their beliefs affect the way they interact with the world.

Jacob believes it is his job to earn the trust of every person he works with and strives to ensure all his clients feel affirmed and understood. If are struggling and need to be heard, Jacob is ready and waiting to help you take the first steps. Schedule an appointment today!

Rebecca Stevens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia who has 4 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, women’s issues, and relationship issues.

Rebecca has a specialty in human development and family studies. She utilizes relational, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, reality, psychodynamic, strategic family, and emotionally focused approaches to therapy. Rebecca's goal is to ensure that each client feels connected and comfortable during their therapy journey and understands that one size never fits all in a therapeutic approach.

Rebecca seeks to provide an inviting environment during the therapeutic journey to assist you in meeting your goals and living the life you love.

"Are you struggling to enjoy your life? Are things like anxiety, addiction, anger and/or marital stress keeping you from living the “good life”? The path to change and personal growth is not easy, but there is nothing you can’t improve with purposeful action, and guided personal reflection. Take the first step and contact me, so we can get started improving that road you’re on."

Katherine Darnell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, anger management, crisis and stabilization, substance issues, and life transitions issues in children, adolescents, and adults. Kathy has 5 years of experience in the mental health field.

Kathy completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Piedmont College and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University. She is a Certified Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). She is also certified in Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Substance Abuse.

Kathy seeks to establish a positive and safe therapeutic relationship where you will feel comfortable to collaborate in order to discover unhealthy thought patterns and beliefs, work towards replacing them with healthier alternatives, and empower yourself with tools to be successful in living a meaningful life. She focuses on the relationship between thoughts and emotions and how if you change your thought process you can change your emotions. Kathy believes that meeting you where you are in your life is important when building a strong therapeutic partnership, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, recognize your strengths, and develop strategies to work toward your goals. She will create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing techniques such as person-centered therapy, solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.

"You are braver than you believe and stronger than you seem."

Lekisha Glenn is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) under the clinical supervision of Karen Coefield, LPC. Mrs. Glenn has a genuine passion for working with people that dates back to her teen years when she volunteered to work with children in foster care. She has worked with children, young adults, adults, and families. Mrs. Glenn specializes in treating ADHD, anger management, anxiety, autism, depression, domestic violence, DMDD, grief, and adjustment disorders.

Mrs. Glenn completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a survivor of trauma, Mrs. Glenn is proof that is possible to have a tremendous capacity for growth, positive change, and movement towards health in the face of adversity. This, coupled with her professional experience allows her to create a warm, welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. She utilizes multiple treatment modalities ranging from Person-Centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), art therapy, motivational interviewing, talk therapy, and more.

"It's not the load that breaks you down, it's the way that you carry it." Lekisha is confident that she can provide a safe, non-judgmental space to present and process past and current stressors/trauma/concerns; This space allows room to identify root causes and develop skills to promote well-being. Lekisha is eager to support you through a journey of healing. If you are ready to embark on this journey and prepared to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.