Therapists in 30339
Kate Hoover
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
Currently on Waitlist / I'll work with you to collaboratively identify the best approach and tools for what you are experiencing. We'll look at your circumstances and goals to get a shared idea about our direction. We'll get curious about your patterns of thought, behavior, and beliefs. We'll build on your strengths. We'll discover which tools help you feel more resilient, empowered, and able to navigate strong emotions. This will prepare you to process the experiences that are often at the core of our adaptive strategies (i.e., what frequently gets labeled as "symptoms") allowing you to identify new choices that nourish you.
Currently on Waitlist / I'll work with you to collaboratively identify the best approach and tools for what you are experiencing. We'll look at your circumstances and goals to get a shared idea about our direction. We'll get curious about your patterns of thought, behavior, and beliefs. We'll build on your strengths. We'll discover which tools help you feel more resilient, empowered, and able to navigate strong emotions. This will prepare you to process the experiences that are often at the core of our adaptive strategies (i.e., what frequently gets labeled as "symptoms") allowing you to identify new choices that nourish you.
Jocelyn Alston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling increasingly stressed, experiencing burnout or overwhelmed with meeting the never-ending demands of home, work, and life caring for others? Perhaps you have managed to always show up for family and friends but find yourself at the bottom of your endless to-do-list and now your tank has run empty. Your health, energy, work, and relationships are suffering and you are unhappy with the person you have become. For many of my clients, it can be an internal struggle to prioritize your needs. You may feel emotional and physical exhaustion!! It can feel like you are doing your best, but your best does not feel good enough!
Are you feeling increasingly stressed, experiencing burnout or overwhelmed with meeting the never-ending demands of home, work, and life caring for others? Perhaps you have managed to always show up for family and friends but find yourself at the bottom of your endless to-do-list and now your tank has run empty. Your health, energy, work, and relationships are suffering and you are unhappy with the person you have become. For many of my clients, it can be an internal struggle to prioritize your needs. You may feel emotional and physical exhaustion!! It can feel like you are doing your best, but your best does not feel good enough!
Heather Chapman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry and fear, no matter what you do? You want to appear in control and confident in who you are, but deep down you are struggling with self-esteem and your ability to cope with life's challenges. Even though you strive to have it all together, you still find yourself consumed by anxiety, setting unrealistic standards for yourself, and feeling like you aren't enough. But you're ready to make a change. You're ready to silence that inner critic and start feeling better about yourself. Most of all, you're ready to let go of the pressure to be perfect and embrace the confidence to be your ideal self.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry and fear, no matter what you do? You want to appear in control and confident in who you are, but deep down you are struggling with self-esteem and your ability to cope with life's challenges. Even though you strive to have it all together, you still find yourself consumed by anxiety, setting unrealistic standards for yourself, and feeling like you aren't enough. But you're ready to make a change. You're ready to silence that inner critic and start feeling better about yourself. Most of all, you're ready to let go of the pressure to be perfect and embrace the confidence to be your ideal self.
The Healing Suite - Ciara Pierce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, or confused? Do you need support and direction? My practice, The Healing Suite, provides culturally responsive services for people to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. I use humor and casual conversation to get to the root of your challenges. With a direct, non-judgemental approach you can be supported in getting to the heart of the matter. I and the other therapists serve people located in Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, and South Carolina, and internationally.
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, or confused? Do you need support and direction? My practice, The Healing Suite, provides culturally responsive services for people to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. I use humor and casual conversation to get to the root of your challenges. With a direct, non-judgemental approach you can be supported in getting to the heart of the matter. I and the other therapists serve people located in Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, and South Carolina, and internationally.
I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents. My areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, women's issues, depression, relationship issues, difficulties adjusting to major life transitions, cultural and/ or sexual identity development, and mother/ daughter relationships.
I use an integrative approach, working from interpersonal and psychodynamic theories while utilizing a range of techniques including interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and multicultural modalities. I tailor my approach to best fit with each client's personality, presenting issue, and time frame.
I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents. My areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, women's issues, depression, relationship issues, difficulties adjusting to major life transitions, cultural and/ or sexual identity development, and mother/ daughter relationships.
I use an integrative approach, working from interpersonal and psychodynamic theories while utilizing a range of techniques including interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and multicultural modalities. I tailor my approach to best fit with each client's personality, presenting issue, and time frame.
I am a certified life coach consultant whose passion and service is to help others improve their lives and reach their goals. I specialize in assisting youth in their self-discovery. I assist them in creating a blueprint on how to fit, understand, and be part of society. Youth experience traumatic emotions and can be deeply troubled and misguided. Parents become confuse and inpatient about their teens behaviors and decision making. My coaching techniques aim to help youths be positive, organize and responsible, grow confidence, become people-person, improve their lifestyle, and follow their dreams.
I am a certified life coach consultant whose passion and service is to help others improve their lives and reach their goals. I specialize in assisting youth in their self-discovery. I assist them in creating a blueprint on how to fit, understand, and be part of society. Youth experience traumatic emotions and can be deeply troubled and misguided. Parents become confuse and inpatient about their teens behaviors and decision making. My coaching techniques aim to help youths be positive, organize and responsible, grow confidence, become people-person, improve their lifestyle, and follow their dreams.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first steps toward becoming a better version of yourself. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! I hope to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first steps toward becoming a better version of yourself. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! I hope to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment.
Theresa Montague
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Every dark cloud has a silver lining. It might sound cliche, but it's true. There's still hope for a brighter future in spite of any present challenges. I support clients who are dealing with mental health conditions like depression or anxiety as well as those who are facing normal but difficult life situations like stress, grief/loss, relationship/family conflict, or problems at work. I’m deeply passionate about helping people who have difficulty maintaining emotional balance or need support in changing unhealthy mindsets and behaviors. I work with adults, couples, and families from all cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.
Every dark cloud has a silver lining. It might sound cliche, but it's true. There's still hope for a brighter future in spite of any present challenges. I support clients who are dealing with mental health conditions like depression or anxiety as well as those who are facing normal but difficult life situations like stress, grief/loss, relationship/family conflict, or problems at work. I’m deeply passionate about helping people who have difficulty maintaining emotional balance or need support in changing unhealthy mindsets and behaviors. I work with adults, couples, and families from all cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.
Susan Winfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
The fact that you are here means you've made an important decision to start therapy. I'm glad you're here. I've been a therapist for a long time and I love it. It has been said therapy with me is like talking to your "auntie". She will help you see yourself but in such a nurturing way you receive it and it allows you to start the work that needs to be done. My gifting is in assessment and working with adults and couples. I have always worked in some form of mental health assessment since I’ve been a clinician. Most recently I spent 5 years in Grady’s Psychiatric ER. Allowing me to quickly assess needs and develop a life plan
The fact that you are here means you've made an important decision to start therapy. I'm glad you're here. I've been a therapist for a long time and I love it. It has been said therapy with me is like talking to your "auntie". She will help you see yourself but in such a nurturing way you receive it and it allows you to start the work that needs to be done. My gifting is in assessment and working with adults and couples. I have always worked in some form of mental health assessment since I’ve been a clinician. Most recently I spent 5 years in Grady’s Psychiatric ER. Allowing me to quickly assess needs and develop a life plan
I assist adults, adolescents, & people in relationships with embracing and navigating their emotions in a society that often stigmatizes such expressions. My approach is particularly beneficial for those with non-conforming identities, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, kink, and poly communities. Additionally, I offer support to Black people navigating strained parental relationships, people of Caribbean descent, people with ADHD, and those who have been labeled or feel 'too sensitive.' My mission is to foster self-acceptance and equip clients with the skills to navigate their identities amidst societal expectations.
I assist adults, adolescents, & people in relationships with embracing and navigating their emotions in a society that often stigmatizes such expressions. My approach is particularly beneficial for those with non-conforming identities, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, kink, and poly communities. Additionally, I offer support to Black people navigating strained parental relationships, people of Caribbean descent, people with ADHD, and those who have been labeled or feel 'too sensitive.' My mission is to foster self-acceptance and equip clients with the skills to navigate their identities amidst societal expectations.
My name is Dr. Alexander Kohl and I have over ten years experience working with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I received my PhD in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology. I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment so my clients feel safe and heard while discussing difficult issues. I believe in treating the whole individual, not just their symptoms, and will work with you to determine realistic and achievable goals. One of the most important aspects about therapy is that you find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and can trust. I hope I can help you along this process!
My name is Dr. Alexander Kohl and I have over ten years experience working with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I received my PhD in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology. I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment so my clients feel safe and heard while discussing difficult issues. I believe in treating the whole individual, not just their symptoms, and will work with you to determine realistic and achievable goals. One of the most important aspects about therapy is that you find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and can trust. I hope I can help you along this process!
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Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
You are searching for a safe space. You wish to process experiences, emotions, and relationships that you feel stuck in. You hope to receive support navigating conflict, stressors, and trauma. You are here to find a therapist who validates, empathizes, and affirms. I can walk alongside you to help foster healing and growth during this difficult time.
You are searching for a safe space. You wish to process experiences, emotions, and relationships that you feel stuck in. You hope to receive support navigating conflict, stressors, and trauma. You are here to find a therapist who validates, empathizes, and affirms. I can walk alongside you to help foster healing and growth during this difficult time.
I believe in establishing a collaborative approach with my clients to help support the therapeutic process. Using cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help my clients learn to identify and challenge their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors so they can develop fuller, more meaningful lives. I work with clients in managing their emotions, improve their ability to communicate with others, and build healthy and resilient self-concept. Utilizing a direct, interactive approach, with a touch of humor, I teach my clients coping skills so they can pull from their "toolbox" of skills in between sessions and eventually throughout their lives.
I believe in establishing a collaborative approach with my clients to help support the therapeutic process. Using cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help my clients learn to identify and challenge their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors so they can develop fuller, more meaningful lives. I work with clients in managing their emotions, improve their ability to communicate with others, and build healthy and resilient self-concept. Utilizing a direct, interactive approach, with a touch of humor, I teach my clients coping skills so they can pull from their "toolbox" of skills in between sessions and eventually throughout their lives.
Jennifer Woolard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
Building a comfortable environment and encouraging emotional safety allows clients to work toward achieving their goals. I assist individuals struggling with Substance Use and clinical concerns, including grief, mood disorders, postpartum, and adjustment disorders. Utilizing multiple modalities of evidenced-based practices such as Adolescent and Adult Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA) (for substance use), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy have been effective with treatment outcomes. I have experience working with adolescent, young adult, and adult populations.
Building a comfortable environment and encouraging emotional safety allows clients to work toward achieving their goals. I assist individuals struggling with Substance Use and clinical concerns, including grief, mood disorders, postpartum, and adjustment disorders. Utilizing multiple modalities of evidenced-based practices such as Adolescent and Adult Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA) (for substance use), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy have been effective with treatment outcomes. I have experience working with adolescent, young adult, and adult populations.
I have been meeting with individuals and couples for over 35 years. I specialize in helping individuals and couples learn how to communicate more effectively. My focus is on helping the client learn how to talk about his/her emotions in a clear and thoughtful manner. My ideal client(s) is an individual who desires to live out of their true self. I love helping couples and individuals learn to connect in a deeper and more authentic manner.
I have been meeting with individuals and couples for over 35 years. I specialize in helping individuals and couples learn how to communicate more effectively. My focus is on helping the client learn how to talk about his/her emotions in a clear and thoughtful manner. My ideal client(s) is an individual who desires to live out of their true self. I love helping couples and individuals learn to connect in a deeper and more authentic manner.
Kelly Cave
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
Is your life and your behavior impacted by events from the past? That's a very common side effect of trauma. Trauma impacts the ways in which we respond to every day stimulation and can shape our choices in healthy and unhealthy ways. According to research, more than half of men and women have experienced a trauma in their life time and 2 out of 5 women and 1 out of 6 men have experienced sexual trauma. You're not alone in this pain and I would love to help you through it. Using talk therapy combined with EMDR, we will build a safe place for you to process your hurt and be able to unwind what the brain has been holding on to.
Is your life and your behavior impacted by events from the past? That's a very common side effect of trauma. Trauma impacts the ways in which we respond to every day stimulation and can shape our choices in healthy and unhealthy ways. According to research, more than half of men and women have experienced a trauma in their life time and 2 out of 5 women and 1 out of 6 men have experienced sexual trauma. You're not alone in this pain and I would love to help you through it. Using talk therapy combined with EMDR, we will build a safe place for you to process your hurt and be able to unwind what the brain has been holding on to.
Martin Altman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
We only get so many days. Let's use them well! I can help you regain control over your time, relationships, and emotions. You don't deserve to be always overwhelmed, always behind, and always second best. What if the reason you feel different is because you ARE different, and what if that's not a bad thing? You're NOT wrong or broken, but you may need to set some boundaries, talk through difficult events, get organized, or figure out what you want to happen next. Worried or depressed feelings don't have to keep us from having a fulfilling and productive life. You can find a way to release the art inside you. Try therapy with me.
We only get so many days. Let's use them well! I can help you regain control over your time, relationships, and emotions. You don't deserve to be always overwhelmed, always behind, and always second best. What if the reason you feel different is because you ARE different, and what if that's not a bad thing? You're NOT wrong or broken, but you may need to set some boundaries, talk through difficult events, get organized, or figure out what you want to happen next. Worried or depressed feelings don't have to keep us from having a fulfilling and productive life. You can find a way to release the art inside you. Try therapy with me.
Tieara Leeann possess skills that can help people break their negative belief patterns, act more decisively, and set clear goals towards achieving what they want from life. Over the years she has used her masters degree in Social Work to implement mental health through community outreach, life coaching, mentoring, skills building, and THERAPY. Tieara Leeann is recognized for her ability to give proven results to individual, children, and families who seek to learn healthy coping skills to improve their lives. She has experience with working with clients who may have anxiety, depression, anger issues, and relationship problems.
Tieara Leeann possess skills that can help people break their negative belief patterns, act more decisively, and set clear goals towards achieving what they want from life. Over the years she has used her masters degree in Social Work to implement mental health through community outreach, life coaching, mentoring, skills building, and THERAPY. Tieara Leeann is recognized for her ability to give proven results to individual, children, and families who seek to learn healthy coping skills to improve their lives. She has experience with working with clients who may have anxiety, depression, anger issues, and relationship problems.
Welcome to a place where young minds find solace, growth, and resilience. As a dedicated psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, I am here to help children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life's challenges, build positive thought patterns, and unleash their full potential. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey towards emotional well-being and a brighter future.
Welcome to a place where young minds find solace, growth, and resilience. As a dedicated psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, I am here to help children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life's challenges, build positive thought patterns, and unleash their full potential. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey towards emotional well-being and a brighter future.
Hey you… so you want to feel confident & as if you’ve got it all together but deep down your battling self-doubt, worry & mental blocks in your performance. Anxiety & trauma have a way of making us feel worthless, broken, & lost. Do you find yourself frustrated with your decreased performance, struggling relationships, or navigating who you are in this season? Maybe it’s gotten so bad that you struggle to remember when things DIDN’T feel like this. You’re here because you’re ready for something different. To THINK different. To RESPOND different. To SHOW UP different. More than anything, you want to FEEL different!
Hey you… so you want to feel confident & as if you’ve got it all together but deep down your battling self-doubt, worry & mental blocks in your performance. Anxiety & trauma have a way of making us feel worthless, broken, & lost. Do you find yourself frustrated with your decreased performance, struggling relationships, or navigating who you are in this season? Maybe it’s gotten so bad that you struggle to remember when things DIDN’T feel like this. You’re here because you’re ready for something different. To THINK different. To RESPOND different. To SHOW UP different. More than anything, you want to FEEL different!
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 30339
300+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 30339 who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Self Esteem |
68% | Coping Skills |
66% | Stress |
61% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
85% | Aetna |
70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
64% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 30339 see their clients
77% | In Person and Online | |
23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in 30339?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.