Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Savannah, GA

"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 2.5 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!

"As a woman from a multicultural background within the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand the importance of creating safe, kind spaces for discussing personal issues and diverse perspectives."

Saffron Lancaster is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience working with various populations and diagnoses. She is familiar with substance use disorders, crisis counseling, suicide prevention, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, prolonged grief, and anger management. Saffron has worked with individuals, couples, and families of all ages and from various ethnic backgrounds. Her desire to engage and welcome all people allows her to view each client as a whole person deserving of kindness, compassion, empathy, and support.

Saffron received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. She draws from approaches including existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, and Alderian and humanistic methodologies in a non-judgmental environment.

Saffron is incredibly grateful to be in your space and to work with any human who feels ready to take steps toward self-betterment. She is excited to meet you where you are and walk alongside you during this time. Please feel free to connect with her when you feel ready!

"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 12 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.

"I believe therapy should be client-driven and I look forward to helping others heal at their own pace."

Cathy Kleinschmit is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults who are dealing with trauma, ADHD, adjustment issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Before becoming a counselor, Cathy worked for 15 years in the public school system as a paraprofessional, serving elementary and high school students.

Cathy received her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. She uses a variety of clinical approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and mindfulness techniques.

Cathy believes that making clients feel safe and heard is the foundation for success in therapy. She will guide you in identifying your strengths, setting boundaries and goals, and letting go of what does not serve you. Reach out to Cathy today!

"I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore and achieve your personal goals."

Lania Brown is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with over 2 years of experience. She treats a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, anger management, panic disorders, parenting challenges, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, and grief. Lania works with teens to provide compassionate and effective support to help them navigate developmental challenges and mental health issues. She is also skilled in family counseling, aiding families in resolving conflicts and improving communication, and in couples counseling, assisting partners in overcoming relational difficulties and fostering understanding.

Lania has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University. She helps clients through trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, and holistic wellness. Lania employs a person-centered, solution-focused, and multi-systemic approach.

Lania’s comprehensive and empathetic methodology ensures personalized and effective support for each individual she serves. For those seeking a counselor to provide compassionate, personalized care and empower you to lead a healthier, happier life, Lania is ready to meet you!

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.

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.