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This is a judgment-free space where you are welcome, accepted, and empowered....

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Atlanta

I support people who feel overwhelmed by stress, conflict, or self-doubt, and I bring a steady, practical approach shaped by years...

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Atlanta

I bring both professional training and my own lived experiences into the therapy space. I strive to create a warm, compassionate e...

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Atlanta

Drawing from my African American identity and lived experiences, I offer a therapeutic space where your journey is not only unders...

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Peachtree City

Karyn Kochan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Mediator in the state of Georgia. She is also a Certified Anger ...

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Dallas

As a woman who has dealt with my fair share of life’s ups and downs, I am passionate about helping others overcome their own ups a...

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Atlanta

As someone who has worked with individuals ages 3 through106, I am aware that each stage of life has its own set of challenges....

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Atlanta

Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I want you to know that I’m genuinely committed to listening, understanding, and supporting you every st...

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Dallas

I am a provider dedicated to ensuring that those seeking support for mental health receive the best quality care available....

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Athens

When life gets complicated, sometimes it helps to be seen, heard, and understood in a safe and non-judgmental space. **Providing E...

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Lawrenceville

As a woman of color, I understand the importance of acceptance and being heard....

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Marietta

Kristin Allpere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia who has 19 years of experience partnering with childr...

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Atlanta

With over 25 years of human/social services work experience, I am confident that I can guide clients toward a better version of th...

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Atlanta

As a therapist, I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can fully express yourself as we work together toward heali...

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Atlanta

Throughout my life, I’ve learned that all experiences are part of the journey. No matter the circumstances that come my way, I cho...

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Athens

As a bi-racial gay man raised in the American South, I am intimately familiar with building community, deepening an understanding ...

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Alpharetta

As an open-minded, compassionate mother with eclectic life experiences, I understand many diverse personalities and situations....

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Atlanta

I appreciate the importance of utilizing tools to help you grow at your own pace....

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Peachtree City

I help my clients find peace and tranquility by acknowledging their inner strengths, to transition them to a more fulfilled life....

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Atlanta

As a 1st-generation Jamaican-American woman, I work to provide a safe therapeutic space for people who hold multiple intersectiona...

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Peachtree City

Jabreeka Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 10 years of experience providing a safe environment for a variet...

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Peachtree City

I am a 26-year-old Black woman and therapist passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults, offering a fresh perspectiv...

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Lawrenceville

Since my husband and I have been in a relationship for 11 years and married for almost 7 years, I can understand the lows and high...

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Dallas

As a woman of color who has faced challenges, I understand how hardship affects us and how learning new skills can restore our emp...

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Atlanta

As a professional and woman of color, I understand the necessity of self-exploration, self-care, empathy, and validation in one's ...

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Lawrenceville

I know how hard it can be to put yourself first, but I believe real growth starts when you permit yourself to slow down, show up h...

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Atlanta

I believe counseling may be best understood as a collaboration that seeks to resolve your issues and concerns....

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Smyrna

As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in understanding how the past impacts today's behaviors, thoughts, and choices....

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Atlanta

I help patients understand their symptoms and develop practical strategies for everyday challenges through a compassionate, clinic...

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Alpharetta

Stephanie Catrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She has over 8 years of experience working with ad...

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Atlanta

Mental health encompasses how you feel about yourself, others, as well as the ability to meet and handle the demands of life. Bein...

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Cumming

As a woman who once struggled to balance authenticity with the pressure to please others, I know firsthand the journey of building...

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Athens

I approach therapy as a fellow human who believes in the power of compassion, curiosity, and steady support, and I strive to help ...

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Smyrna

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

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Atlanta

As a Black, queer woman and therapist with my own healing journey, I understand how identity, trauma, and survival shape the nervo...

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Atlanta

Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, but we can chart a new path together, one step at a time. I’m here to help you unpack the past, ...

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Peachtree City

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

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Dacula

I bring personal and professional diversity to my work and am committed to treating you with dignity, respect, and authenticity....

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Atlanta

As a Black female therapist, I value authenticity and connection, and draw on my personal experience to help others navigate life'...

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Atlanta

Bennecia (Nisi) is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She has...

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Atlanta

I'm here to help you experience the uncomfortable and move towards your values. If you're ready, my door is always open....

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Duluth

I believe that everyone possesses inner strengths that can be utilized to live a fuller life, and I help others realize those stre...

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Peachtree City

Harold “Jay” Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. J...

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Smyrna

With experience working with a diverse background of different ages, diagnoses, and identities, I aim to create a nonjudgmental sp...

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Atlanta

Dr. Heather Page is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 13 years of experience providing empirically-supported, high-...

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Smyrna

As a queer neurodivergent person, I'm well-equipped to help clients build self-compassion and practice self-advocacy....

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Atlanta

As a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who deeply values creating inclusive, affirming spaces, I understand that finding a...

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Atlanta

As a woman who has experienced many life challenges, adjustments, and losses, I understand the importance of therapy. My work cent...

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Peachtree City

My goal as your therapist is to support you in facing, understanding, and coping with the behaviors, thought patterns, and emotion...

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Lawrenceville

I offer a nonjudgmental environment where clients may express themselves and work through their concerns about mental health....

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Dallas

As a woman from a multicultural background within the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand the importance of creating safe, kind space...

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Peachtree City

Rebecca Stevens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia who has 4 years of experience partnering with a...

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Smyrna

As a therapist, I believe each person has a unique story that deserves to be heard, strengths that deserve to be found and used, a...

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Peachtree City

As a mother and woman of color, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate life transitions while trying to hold everyt...

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Dallas

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

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Lawrenceville

As an African American woman, I understand the complexities of mental health concerns due to a variety of cultural factors....

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Atlanta

As a provider who has close associates with psychiatric issues, I understand what it takes to give care to individuals who present...

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Smyrna

Are you looking for a therapist who understands life challenges, mental health issues, life transitions, loss and grief, disabilit...

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Dacula

I believe the answers we seek are found within and we only need a safe space to discover them....

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Dacula

I believe in providing a safe place by being non-judgmental and empathetic to the difficulties that you have faced in life....

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Lawrenceville

Aunteryo Malcom is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who has 5 years experience supporting adults, teens, ...

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Cumming

Hannah has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has been a licensed therapist since 2014. She has worked i...

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Smyrna

Lisa Salyer is a Licenced Clinical Social worker with over five years of experience in the mental health field. She received her M...

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Atlanta

As someone who was raised by U.S. immigrants, I understand and can empathize with the value and importance of an individual's enti...

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Athens

I work hard to provide a safe, affirming, and honest space for all because I understand the importance of being heard, being seen,...

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Smyrna

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

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Smyrna

As an African American woman, wife, and mother, I understand the unique issues that come with family structure and the importance ...

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Alpharetta

As a multicultural counselor, I understand the importance of your perspectives being heard and understood....

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Peachtree City

I am a firm believer that your mental wellbeing is just as important as your physical wellbeing....

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Atlanta

My primary goal is to serve my patients by providing care that is collaborative, comprehensive, and respectful, giving all patient...

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Alpharetta

I am a compassionate therapist who values open, collaborative conversations and walks alongside teens, adults, couples, and famili...

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Atlanta

As an African American woman, I understand how mental health and family secrets can be subjects to never speak about—only prayed a...

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Atlanta

Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia. She has spent her career partnering with her clients a...

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What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

People searching for counseling services to address symptoms of depression have found cognitive behavioral therapy with a combination of medication management to be most helpful. It is one of the most evidence-based treatment modalities used to treat depression and explores a person's maladaptive thought responses to past events to influence a person's cognitive and behavioral responses to current stressors. Determining a client's ability to maintain safety may be the initial focus if passive/active suicidal ideations are present. Once safety is consistently established, therapeutic goals are set and a client and clinician will begin developing alternative coping strategies to handle present stressors to provide new thinking and evidence to support change.

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

A client and their therapist may develop a list of activities to begin implementing regularly to manage a client's mood, promote change in feelings of chaos to structure, and focus on practices of recognizing positive moments within your day. Mood tracking may also be incorporated into therapy to help predict and manage depression cycles more easily while also providing evidence of reprieve from symptoms if/when they occur.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling?

When a client begins to note positive occurrences and presents with more positive self-talk about themselves and their management of stressors, therapy may be deemed successful. Clients will likely note more consistent pursuance of enjoyable activities and involvement within their community or support circles. Clients may also report feeling more energetic and motivated when therapy has been successful in treating depression.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement depression counseling?

There are several journals and psychoeducational books on the subject of depression that can supplement a client's experience in therapy.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

To prepare for your first session, it is recommended to find a clinician with experience in treating depression. Prior to your first session, it is also recommended to consider how you would like to use your therapy sessions and develop goals for treatment.

Starting Depression counseling in Kennesaw

What can counseling do for those who suffer with depression?

Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Kennesaw, GA will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.

Is it worth going to therapy for depression?

It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.

How does depression counseling work?

Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.

Signs of depression

Common signs of depression include:

  • Consistent low mood
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping
  • Changes in diet (eating much more or less)
  • Withdrawal and isolation
  • Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities
  • Excessive substance use

Is depression counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks depression counseling in Kennesaw, GA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How often should you attend depression therapy sessions?

Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.

How much does depression counseling cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

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Depression Therapy in Kennesaw, GA—Cobb Therapists and Counselors

Depression is a serious, yet common mental illness. In fact, it is estimated that 16.2 million US adults and over 300 million people worldwide have depression. This illness is characterized by a pronounced sadness and can come with harmful psychological as well as physical symptoms, including feelings of worthlessness, difficulty concentrating, significant changes in appetite or sleep, and a lack of interest in activities the individual used to enjoy. These symptoms can sound pretty scary; especially when you start to experience them yourself. The good news, though, is that depression is a treatable disorder.

There are multiple treatment methods that prove effective, including antidepressants and therapy. Depending on your specific situation, one or both of these methods could help you to heal and live better. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, you don’t have to worry about finding the help that you need. Thriveworks Kennesaw has depression therapists and psychologists on staff who can discuss your symptoms, help you understand potential causes of your depression, and develop a treatment plan specific to you. Our ultimate mission is to guide you toward a happier, healthier life. If you think that you could benefit from partnering up with one of our professionals and receiving an individualized depression treatment plan, reach out to Thriveworks Kennesaw. We want to help.

How Do I Know If I’m Depressed?

Only a doctor can diagnose depression, but it is important to know the symptoms of this common illness. Above, we mentioned feelings of worthlessness, difficulty concentrating, changes in appetite and sleep, and a lack of interest in activities the individual used to enjoy. In addition to these symptoms, someone with depression might experience the following:

  • Weight gain or loss
  • Loss of energy
  • Fatigue
  • Slowed speech or movement
  • Feelings of guilt
  • Suicidal thoughts

For a depression diagnosis, symptoms must be present for at least two weeks. It is important that depression is substantially different from mere sadness. We all experience sadness, whether we’re sad about a breakup, sad about the loss of a job or passing of a loved one. It becomes depression we begin to experience the symptoms discussed above suffer significantly in major areas of life.

How Does Therapy Help with Depression?

As we mentioned previously, therapy proves effective in the treatment of depression. You’re probably wondering, “How?” While it varies from person to person, depression therapy often follows this loose formula:

  1. Your therapist will first get to know you and your unique situation. They’ll ask about your symptoms and experience with depression as well as other mental illnesses.
  2. Then, your therapist will design treatment to best help you. This might involve learning effective self-care measures that work for you, like journaling or exercising, and talking about root causes of depression, like the loss of a loved one or negative thinking.
  3. You will continue to see your therapist, and they will continue to equip you with life-changing for managing your symptoms, thinking productive thoughts, and ultimately living happier.

If you think you might be depressed, reach out to Thriveworks Kennesaw. You don’t have to worry about your therapist judging or exposing you. They know that your information and experience is precious; their job is to understand and help you to the best of their ability using their skills, training, and experience.

Schedule an Appointment with a Thriveworks Kennesaw Counselor or Psychologist in Cobb County

The depression therapists and psychologists at Thriveworks Kennesaw want to make a difference in your life. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression and think that you might be depressed, reach out today to schedule an appointment. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances, all for your convenience.

Our providers are the best of the best. They possess unique skills and have undergone extensive training to help their clients make important progress in life. You can schedule your appointment today by calling our Thriveworks Kennesaw office at 770-224-7408. We look forward to hearing from you and getting started.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Kennesaw accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Kennesaw
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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My therapist had been absolutely wonderful. My experience overall has been good.
Davena Sep 2025
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I can't say enough good things about Elizabeth. She is kind, caring, and deeply professional, but more than that, she feels like a true partner in my therapeutic journey. She listens with genuine empathy, but also challenges me in ways that help me grow. Her encouragement and perspective have been invaluable, and she always reminds me that the progress I've made comes from the work I've put in—which makes the process feel empowering. The headway I've made with her support has been nothing short of amazing. I feel very fortunate to have found her.
Read more I can't say enough good things about Elizabeth. She is kind, caring, and deeply professional, but more than that, she feels like a true partner in my therapeutic journey. She listens with genuine empathy, but also challenges me in ways that help me grow. Her encouragement and perspective have been invaluable, and she always reminds me that the progress I've made comes from the work I've put in—which makes the process feel empowering. The headway I've made with her support has been nothing short of amazing. I feel very fortunate to have found her.
Chris Sep 2025
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Elizabeth is the best therapist I've ever seen. She's such a great person and the guidance she has given me has changed my life.
Matthew Sep 2025
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I appreciate the ease of using the platform and the additional videos that platform offers for a better understanding of certain topics. My therapist also does a fantastic job of helping me to sort and work through anything past or present.
Charlotte Sep 2025
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Elizabeth creates a safe space for clients to share, learn and grow. She is very knowledgeable and provides materials and teaches skills to improve clients' relationship to anxiety and depression.
Abagail Sep 2025
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I look forward to my therapy session each week. I am learning so much and how to process my new life skills into my daily life. Contacting Thriveworks is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am so thankful for my therapist!
Jennifer Sep 2025
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Very patient empathic and caring
Shawanna Jun 2025
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Her compassion and experience is unmatched! She gave me a new perspective about therapy.. She's a rockstar!!!
Warren Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kennesaw is located off of Cherokee St NW, west of Bozeman Lake and around the corner from the Kroger on Jiles Rd. Our building is right next to Todd Immigration and Shoemaker Pediatric Dentistry, and across the street from J & S Air Conditioning Heating and Electrical.

Phone number

(770) 343-4919

Languages spoken by GA providers

  • English
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