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

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.

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.

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.

"I look forward to working with you and providing services to meet your needs."

Dell Lawson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. Dell will support you in working through perceptions, feelings, and emotions to feel happiness and peace of mind. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. Dell believes it is important to create a safe place where you’ll be treated with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, client-centered, dialectical behavior, and solution-focused therapy.

We all go through challenges in life. Dell welcomes the opportunity to help you along your journey in therapy. Your relationship will be a collaborative one — you’ll establish a treatment approach based on your specific needs and preferences. She looks forward to hearing from you soon. If you are ready to begin, schedule an appointment with her today!

"As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am delighted that you have taken a self-inventory and made the decision to seek therapy."

Shameka Veasley is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. Her clinical experience includes working with Veterans and their families, seniors, adolescents, and teenagers in a detention setting and with clients of all ages in an outpatient setting. Her specialties include anger management, coping skills, depression, emotional disturbances, family conflict, job stress, life transitions, serious mental illness, crisis intervention, trauma, mood disorders, coping skills, anxiety, grief/loss, and relationship issues. She will assist with self-exploration, restructuring thinking, and will aid in the journey to a better you.

Shameka completed her Master of Education (M.Ed.) Degree at Troy State University (Troy University) and Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice from Paine College. Her professional experiences and extensive career in the mental health field has equipped her with being able to provide clients with the support and guidance to achieve a better quality of life. Shameka utilizes multiple treatment approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Group Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.

Life is about change and making some changes can be more difficult than others. Shameka is confident that she would be able to assist you with working to build coping and communication skills as well developing ways to effectively heal from any past hurts or traumas to achieve a better quality of life. Her goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic, nonjudgmental environment that will allow you to feel comfortable enough to be yourself. She looks forward to working with you to create a healthier, more balanced life in an effort to reach your full potential

"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!

"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 Associate 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!

"As a woman of color, I understand stress-related issues like depression, anxiety, and trauma, and the nuances of spiritual and religious issues."

Lei-Ann Bridges is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about supporting clients to address challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and spiritual/religious issues.

Lei-Ann completed her Master of Arts at Argosy University. She is also a psychology instructor who enjoys using her knowledge to educate her clients on how they can navigate the stressors of life with grace and ease. Lei-Ann utilizes several therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.

Life is a learning journey filled with "good" and "bad" experiences. Our job is to take painful experiences, see them as learning opportunities, and transform them into beautiful lessons. As a compassionate person, Lei-Ann uses a direct approach to support her clients in transforming uncomfortable experiences.

"My goal as your therapist is to support you in facing, understanding, and coping with the behaviors, thought patterns, and emotional responses that contribute to feeling stuck in life or not becoming what you believe to be the best version of yourself. "

Karen Coefield is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings. Her passion is working with young adults and adults dealing with life's transitions and challenges that pose barriers to their personal, professional, and relational goals while being mindful of the impact that culture, trauma, and other external factors play in these challenges. Karen specializes in anxiety, major life transitions, stress management, and mood disorders. Karen completed her Masters of Science in Professional Counseling at Georgia State University.

Karen has supported adults in various stages in life in breaking cycles that have kept them from moving forward and discovering new ways of thinking and being that align with their values, goals, and dreams. To do this, Karen utilizes approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing.

We all have periods in our lives where we feel stuck. Karen will work with you to identify the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that have you stuck and help you find new ways of engaging with your world so that you can move toward a healthier, more fulfilled life. She would be honored to join you on this journey if you would like to schedule an appointment.

"Every new day is a chance to change your life! You have made a great first step in making the decision to change. Let’s begin to grow together and build a solid foundation to help you navigate your life in a healthy way. As a licensed professional, I understand that having someone by your side is essential on a healing journey. I strive to create a safe environment that allows you to feel seen and heard with no judgment."

Tiffany Glover is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. Tiffany specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults that struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, and more. Tiffany’s passion is helping children and teens build a healthy foundation that will grow into adulthood. She believes in empowering children to help them meet healthy goals while coming along in their journey. She received her Bachelor of Science from Georgia Southwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree from Capella University in Clinical Psychology specializing in Clinical Counseling.

Tiffany utilizes several therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, child-centered play therapy, and solution-focused therapy. She has also received training in person-centered play therapy. Tiffany often works with children 4-12 years old with concerns like depression, anxiety, anger management, school challenges, or low self-esteem.

Creative expression is a fun way to explore goals and emotions and identify skills that build a strong and healthy foundation as people move forward. Let therapy be a destination on your life map that you enjoy coming to. Let Tiffany’s office be that destination and come on in! Schedule your consultation today to see if Tiffany is a good fit on your journey.

"In our diverse world, we commonly strive for acceptance, relationships, inner peace, and happiness, all for which I provide guidance and support along side of my clients as they strive to reach their goals, as we build a safe and trusting client-therapist relationship. "

Marleigh Whiteman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She has years of experience working with a variety of populations of all ages in different levels and types of care including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and school settings. She helps to guide and motivate clients as they seek help with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and other stressors many face in our fast-paced world. 

Marleigh completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Auburn University and her Master of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University. She meets clients where they are, utilizing an eclectic approach, including cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and mindfulness techniques. Her empathy and compassion help clients feel comfortable, safe, and unjudged. Building a relationship of trust and rapport with each client is vital to the counseling process. Marleigh is quick to put one at ease.

Most recently working as a school counselor, Marleigh is aware of current issues and struggles facing children, adolescents, adults, and families today. She particularly enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults, as they struggle to build self-confidence, discover their true identity, and seek peer acceptance. As a member of ILADS, she is also passionate about working with those facing chronic illness. Marleigh is a firm believer that we all deserve peace and happiness along life’s journey, despite one's struggles.

"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). 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.

"I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment for you to process your thoughts and feelings. I want to help you live your best life."

Dr. Beverly Watts Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She specializes in relationship dysfunction, ADHD, behavioral issues, poor coping skills, divorce, family conflict, grief, life transitions, parenting, school-related issues, low self-esteem, chronic stress, and more. Beverly earned her Bachelor’s in Education from the University of Georgia, her Master’s in counseling from Columbus State University, and her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University-Sarasota.

Beverly is a person-centered counselor and lets the needs of her clients direct therapy. She uses solution-focused (SFT), goal-oriented, and short-term therapy approaches, as well as cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT) and play therapy for child clients.

Come sit with Beverly in a non-judgmental environment to work through the problems you are facing. With her professional guidance, you can start addressing your needs with a counselor who understands you and can offer solutions that work best for you.

"I view medication as a tool that can aid in helping you increase your level of functioning and enhance your quality of life. As a previous clinical pharmacist, I have seen first hand the dangers associated with indiscriminate prescribing. I believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care. I will assist you in making informed decisions regarding your behavioral health medication management needs."

Renee is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages a wide range of mental health concerns including adjustment disorder, anxiety, ADHD, depression, OCD, PTSD, and sleep disturbances/insomnia. As a PMHNP and pharmacist with a combined 20 years of experience she believes in education and self-empowerment.

Renee earned her Master's in Nursing Science and Doctor of Nursing Practice from the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. She has provided health care in under-served communities and to dependants of men and women serving in uniform. Renee is known for her emotional intelligence and commitment to excellence. She is skilled in medication management and utilizes aspects of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia, and CBT for anxiety to achieve desired outcomes.

Life is challenging; however, it is yours to enjoy and appreciate. Renee is confident she can help you achieve a level of symptom control that allows you to hone the self-management skills you need to traverse the uncomfortable periods in your life.

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 Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) 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.

"My purpose is to provide a non-judgmental, safe and encouraging space to help you feel rejuvenated, recharged, and empowered."

Diahann JohnBaptiste is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 10 years of experience. Diahann specializes in working with teens and adults through emotional issues, family confilect, grief and loss, trauma (sexual assault, abuse, or harassment), anxiety, depression, attention deficit (ADHD), bipolar disorder, mood disorders, spirituality, substance use, and women's issues.

Diahann completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of the U.S. Virgin Islands in St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands, and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia. She also completed training for Certified Case Manager in Child Protective Services with the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS). Diahann is passionate about helping her clients heal from life experiences that have left them hurt and feeling hopeless.

Diahann draws on a range of evidence-based practices and tailor her approach to each individual’s unique needs and goals. Your time with Diahann will be a safe place for you to put everything on the table. Schedule your session with her today.

"I've always been the person others would come to for advice."

"Just breathe, you are wise enough to handle your challenges, wise enough to find solutions to your problems, and brave enough to do whatever needs to be done."

-Anonymous

Tivia (Tah-via) Woods is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) with more than 10 years of experience in both the medical and mental health fields. She has worked with various disorders such as mood disorders, depression, substance use disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, autism spectrum disorder, anger, anxiety, and trauma. Tivia specializes in working with clients of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and walks of life.

Tivia enjoys building healthy therapeutic relationships with clients and being able to guide them through their journey. Tivia has worked in various settings which include acute inpatient, residential, outpatient, and incarcerated individuals.

She shares a passion for helping her clients develop healthy relationships and learn ways to overcome unexpected/life challenges. Tivia is passionate about helping others overcome challenges and reach their full potential. If you are ready to enjoy your therapeutic experience and start your journey, schedule your appointment with her today.

Tivia has certifications in Autism Spectrum Disorder treatment, trauma, anger management, and is a National Certified Counselor (Cams-II, ASDI, NCC, CTP).

"As a clinician who has experience in many levels of care, I can help you learn to advocate for yourself."

Alison Boddie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, and boundaries in adults. She has 6 years of experience in the mental health field.

Alison completed her Masters of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology at Clayton State University. As a trauma-focused therapist, she works best with clients who are working to move from a place of surviving to thriving.

Alison offers a warm, inviting, and encouraging therapeutic alliance as she works with you to define and create actionable steps to reach your goals. As a clinician who has experience in many levels of care, she can help you learn to advocate for yourself. Alison will create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Naomi Haynes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience providing care and support to youth, young adults, and families in residential community settings within nonprofit organizations. Naomi's work has allowed her to help others through crisis management, traumatic experiences, and life changes. Her clinical work has primarily involved working with individuals and families impacted by trauma and coping with mental health diagnoses, co-occurring disorders, and chronic health conditions. 

Naomi completed her bachelor's degree in Sociology at Winston-Salem State University and her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Clark Atlanta University. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing as her primary approaches to address clinical issues.

Naomi believes in being present with a person and incorporating holistic approaches to helping individuals achieve their goals. She understands that providing a space for someone to express their thoughts and feelings free of judgment may be the key to unlocking their growth and success.

"I applaud you for making the decision to undertake the journey to a better quality of life with counseling support and guidance and look forward to joining with you to explore and discover new possibilities."

Karen Jacobs-White is a Licensed Professional Counselor, dual credentialed in both Mental Health Counseling and Substance Use Disorders Counseling. She has over 20+ years of experience in the mental health field. Karen has worked in community mental health systems throughout the U.S. as a therapist (both inpatient and outpatient), Clinic Manager, Substance Abuse Treatment Director, and Clinical Supervisor. During that time, she has assisted clients in finding the tools to manage a wide spectrum of life stressors and crises, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personal and family transitions, relationship issues, trauma, and substance use disorders. In addition, she has worked with other special populations to include dual diagnosed MH/DD clients, incarcerated felons, and as a liaison to Drug and Family Courts.

The last 11 years of Karen's career pre-COVID were spent as a Military and Family Life Counselor based primarily at Ft. Knox, KY. Having been a Military Spouse for 24 years, she is acutely aware of (and understands) the complex challenges faced by members of the military and their families. Her approach to therapy is client-centered and gentle, yet practical and straightforward. Although she does not believe that one type of therapy — or anything else — fits all, she generally finds that cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBT) provide an efficient and effective way of challenging and replacing old thoughts, ideas, and behaviors that may be causing and/or adding to emotional discomfort and may also be hindering a positive relationship with self, others, and the world around us.

Finding a therapist to assist you on your journey who is a good fit can be no small feat. It would be Karen's pleasure to assist you in finding the tools that can help manage your stress, finding positive ways of facilitating real, lasting change, and achieving personal growth. "The pandemic’s effects on each of us individually and as a society have challenged us on so many levels. The use of Telehealth however has made it possible for clients to continue their personal growth through therapy from the comfort of their own homes. Please know that your comfort is my priority and both face-to-face and telehealth will remain available as an option even as we remerge and re-engage publicly. I’m looking forward to working with you!" says Karen.

Teressa H. Mathurin, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a native of Atlanta, GA. She has over 14 years of experience treating conditions or concerns related to spirituality, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger management, stress management, and communication and relationship difficulties. Teressa supports her clients in uncovering their hidden abilities.

She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Albany State University and her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University. As a therapist, she engages and educates her clients on how their thoughts and feelings truly have a correlation with the actions they exhibit and the symptoms they experience. Teressa believes, if a person can learn/create healthy coping mechanisms such as thought-stopping techniques, positive self-talk, meditation, self-regulation, and mindfulness living, then change can certainly occur. She inspires and informs her clients in recognizing the power force in every individual already resides within. She is intentional in meeting her clients where they are to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to express themselves.

Teressa specializes in helping clients in overcoming obstacles and traumas. All, while using an eclectic collection of counseling modalities. Teressa offers inspiration, encouragement, compassion, kindness, and validation as the keys to unlock the hidden power that each of her clients possesses. She is honored to be chosen to share the sacred space of vulnerability with her clients. Watching her clients transform towards positive progression and manifestation is magical.