Therapists for college students near 30309

Dr. Shemika has used the techniques of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. For more than 15 years through her strengths-based, holistic approach the ultimate goal is to help clients understand and clarify their views of their life space, and to learn to reach their self-determined goals through meaningful, well-informed choices and through resolution or problems of an emotional or interpersonal nature. She combines traditional talk therapy with alternative treatments to achieve exciting results. As a passionate and impactful School Counselor, she helped students and their families navigate their complex worlds to live a knowledge-rich, healthy, happy life. As a mental health professional and educational leader, she believes in a holistic approach to living; that all components of one’s life are interrelated and understands the positive impacts that exposure to new and greater opportunities can have. Areas of experience include: Anger Management Self-Efficacy Academics Academic Improvement–certified College and Career Readiness Leadership Motivational Interviewing Public Speaking/Communication Skills Family Changes Mood Regulation Stress Management Trauma Grief/Loss From Capella University, she has earned a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management, a Master of Science in School Counseling, and certificates in Addiction Counseling and Marriage and Family Systems. She is also a proud alumnus of Mississippi State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is also a current member of the Georgia Association of School Counselors, American Counseling Association, Licensed Professional Counselor Association of Georgia, and the Professional Association of Georgia Educators. Dr. Shemika regularly participates in volunteering, speaking engagements, educational workshops, and networking opportunities to ensure that she stays abreast of current trends and community needs.

Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable discussing the challenges you may be experiencing. As a therapist, I believe that you are the expert on your own experiences, and my role is to work collaboratively with you to identify your strengths, develop effective coping strategies, and work toward the goals that are meaningful to you. Therapy is a process, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Whether you are experiencing academic stress, relationship concerns, anxiety, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this space is designed to support you. We will work together at a pace that feels comfortable while building skills that can help you manage current challenges and support your overall well-being. Thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey. I look forward to working with you!

Ashley Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed to practice in Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Florida. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Sociology from Louisiana State University and continued at LSU to earn her Masters Degree in Social Work in 2013. Ashley specializes in working with clients with eating disorders of all ages, genders, and diagnoses and has been in that field for the past seven years. She has worked at higher level of care facilities (Residential, PHP, and IOP) and has also worked in the fields of adoption and foster care, offering therapeutic support to individuals and families. Ashley’s therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. Ashley likes to employ humor when appropriate and will be direct when needed, in order to build a strong and supportive environment with the client.

I was inspired to become a therapist after years of working for a non profit, providing residential case management for adults with severe and persistent mental illness and seeing the effects of unprocessed trauma and ongoing mental and emotional distress. During that time, I reflected upon my own experiences with therapy and how beneficial and life changing it was for me. I will make my clients feel heard and understood by creating and maintaining a supportive environment that is free from judgement and full of compassion, empathy, and honesty. My clients will be reminded that they are the experts regarding their lives, and I am there to work alongside them in an effort to achieve their therapeutic goals. I build trust by being authentic and being genuinely curious about the client that I am working with, including their interests, who they are as a person, and how I can best support them. I allow the client to determine the direction of the session while stepping in when needed, to encourage the discussion of topics or areas that may be difficult for the client talk about. I have gotten into the habit of “romanticizing” my life. Where I take some of my everyday tasks, and add a little extra style or care. For example, I love waking up in the morning and putting on a cute outfit and going to get an iced caramel coffee, before starting my day.

There are few things harder than asking for help. Sometimes people seek counseling for this help and sometimes they just want to make positive changes in their lives. I aim to build genuine and productive connections with clients, incorporating a relaxed setting and humor when appropriate. Counseling may be a hard journey, but things like trust and comfort level can create an ideal setting for growth. *I am currently taking on new clients. However, at this time I am not seeing couples, those struggling with eating disorders, or substance abuse. I most often handle cases related to depression, life transitions, women's issues, and anxiety or trauma. Feel free to contact me and see if I am a good fit for your needs. This profession has allowed me to meet a diverse group of people who have trusted me with their stories and struggles. We all have a unique story and I'd love to share in yours. It takes courage to seek help, so be proud of your first steps towards growth or change. At this time, I am only taking telehealth clients. I will be seeing all clients via HIPPA compliant Telehealth by the Simple Practice platform. www.thenorthropconnection.com. I am able to reply more quickly to emails.

Tamara Hunter is the Founder of Womb Wisdom Wellness LLC, located in Atlanta, Georgia. Tamara is dedicated to assisting women with prioritizing their mental and emotional wellness. Tamara has been in the mental health field for 15 years. Tamara is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Dance/Movement Psychotherapist. She earned a M.S. degree in Dance/Movement Therapy from Pratt Institute, M.A. degree in School Counseling and B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education from Clark Atlanta University. Throughout her clinical practice, has worked in inpatient & outpatient behavioral health facilities, residential treatment centers and the public-school system. She is a perinatal trained provider specializing in infertility, pregnancy, reproductive and infant loss, still birth, birth trauma, and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Tamara utilizes Dance/Movement Therapy psycho-therapeutic interventions designed to assist with symptoms caused by trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, self-esteem & chemical dependency. She is passionate about helping others identify inner strengths to support their healing process. She utilizes, encouragement, humor, person-centered, holistic approaches as well as therapeutic skills of empathy and attunement, to provide a safe space for clients to engage in, and manage, their own healing journeys.

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Please note that my practice is virtual. There are no in-person appointments available. Even after many years of work in the field, I remain amazed and reassured by the resilience and determination of people to make the changes they wish to make and begin to live the lives they genuinely desire. It takes strength and hope to reach out to someone for help with a difficulty. I honor that strength by providing a setting that nurtures those assets while simultaneously supporting the desire to change. Because change is sometimes difficult, I provide a setting that helps individuals explore desired outcomes and build new skills in a safe and confidential environment. I genuinely enjoy witnessing the growth that occurs through psychotherapy and understand that changes often continue to occur long after therapy concludes. The change and growth that transpire are testament to the power of interpersonal relationships. Whether that relationship is therapist-patient, partners or spouses, parent-child, etc., we grow and thrive when our relationships are healthy, including our relationship with our self. With this in mind, my understanding of how people change and grow is rooted in systems and interpersonal process theories. Additionally, I appreciate that difficulties are often multifaceted, having social, psychological, and biological contributing factors. My work springs from this understanding and experience and incorporates behavioral, cognitive, and dynamic interventions as appropriate.

"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. "

I specialize in working with: Black men looking to heal and grow; survivors of sexual violence or childhood sexual trauma; and LGBTQ+ individuals. I take on a person-centered approach to therapy. I primarily utilize Narrative Therapy during my sessions with individuals and couples. For couples who tend to have high conflict, I prefer to utilize Collaborative Couples Therapy to assist them in improving their communication with each other, while also working through their conflicts. Currently, I am a pre-licensed therapy working towards full licensure and under the supervision of Sharita Everett. I am able to see insurance clients via contracted sites.

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Would you believe that many of our personal struggles stem from early childhood experiences? As an integrative mind-body psychotherapist, Jennifer helps clients navigate a wide range of concerns, including abandonment wounds, conflictual relationships and healing the inner child. She has clinical experience and specialized interest in Anxiety, Mood and Personality Disorders, including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder, as well as supporting individuals impacted by narcissistic abuse. Jennifer enjoys working with clients to explore their shadow self, whether addressing depression, unresolved childhood experiences, reparenting work, nervous system regulation or lifestyle and nutritional wellness. Her goal is to meet each client exactly where they are, using a holistic and integrative approach to healing. Through a strong collaborative therapeutic relationship, Jennifer believes clients can explore their presenting concerns within an environment that is supportive, nonjudgmental and most importantly, emotionally safe. Together, you will examine thoughts, behaviors and relational patterns to gain deeper insight and understanding. With a solutions-oriented perspective, she provides a structured framework that encourages meaningful change and supports movement toward wholeness. Jennifer strongly believes in the power of self-care and the importance of balancing both internal and external experiences to become harmoniously grounded in your most authentic self. If you would like to learn more about Jennifer’s approach or if your goal is to cultivate greater emotional intelligence in your daily life, please feel free to contact her to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation. She considers it an honor to support you on the profound journey of inner healing and looks forward to the opportunity to partner with you. Your life is now in session…will you participate in its unfolding?

I have more than 20 years experience working with patients with eating disorders or eating problems and accompanying issues such as anxiety. I will meet you where you are and we can work together toward healthier thoughts and behaviors that promote a sense of well-being. As an Emory alum, I truly enjoy working with Emory students.

My practice is designed to support students who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the challenges of navigating new phases in life. Whether it’s the pressure of academic or family expectations, managing cultural tensions, or struggling with uncertainty about the future, I understand how these issues can make even day-to-day tasks feel heavy and consuming. Many of my clients find themselves caught in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or feeling stuck between different identities and responsibilities. As a first-generation immigrant and veteran, I bring both lived experience and clinical insight to the work I do. I specialize in supporting immigrants and children of immigrants who are balancing complex cultural dynamics while trying to succeed academically, socially, and personally. My goal is to help students like you break free from the weight of these internal and external pressures, and move toward a life that feels grounded and self-directed. Together, we’ll create a plan that is realistic, culturally responsive, and tailored to your goals. If you’re ready to explore new ways of coping, build confidence, and feel more in control of your path forward, I’m here to offer support, insight, and tools to help you thrive.

At Life Works Counseling Services our mission is to deliver high-quality counseling that supports self-awareness, emotional resilience, and stronger connections with self and others. Founded by Courtney DeFlanders, a Georgia Licensed Professional Counselor, our practice recognizes the unique nature of each individual and the distinctive challenges they face. Courtney’s personalized approach utilizes holistic methods rooted in behavioral and solution-focused strategies. We address a variety of challenges, including anger and depression management, anxiety and related disorders, communication issues, conflict resolution, intimacy and relationship questions, parenting, self-esteem, and life transitions. Our telehealth therapy services are accessible to adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults residing in Georgia. We are encouraged by your motivation to become a better version of yourself and are more than willing to support you on your journey of self-reflection and reconnection. Seeking support demonstrates tremendous courage, and we are confident in our ability to help you build on the strengths you already possess. Contact Courtney today to discuss your goals and start your journey toward self-improvement.

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Caroline (she/her) and I’m a therapist, avid reader, creative, reality TV enthusiast, and proud dog mom. I specialize in identity work, and provide queer- and trans-affirming care. I also work with folks navigating trauma, addiction, binge eating disorder, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD & more. My goal is always to cultivate a therapeutic relationship where you can show up fully and honestly, and feel deeply supported (because I am on your team!) We might work well together if you’re looking for someone empathic and laidback, who also challenges you. I invite you to get curious about how your lived experiences impact who you are and how you engage with the world. I also trust your innate wisdom as the expert of your own life. I believe that therapy is political and that we are all deeply impacted by the systems in which we exist. I receive weekly consultation regarding anti-racist and anti-oppressive therapeutic practices, and I seek to maintain a practice in which people of all identities do not simply feel tolerated, but feel deeply understood, accepted, and nurtured.

I'm so glad you're here! I welcome clients who may be perceived by others as "having it all together", but internally feel overwhelmed, out of control and are afraid of being "found out". My clients are high achieving and historically marginalized folks who want to work through anxiety, depression, stress management, boundary setting, life transitions, and identity exploration. I frame the healing journey in terms of present, past, and future-what's not working right now, how did you get here, and where do you want to be instead. Together we'll create a space where you are free to dream and make room for your authentic self to shine through. I became a psychologist to become an active part in creating a world that my inner child would feel seen in, and to extend that power and flexibility to others who may have learned that safety and support is not always given- sometimes it must be created. If you are curious about starting your Unapologetic Journey, email me to schedule a consultation today!

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You're probably managing just fine by most measures. But if you're a high-functioning professional or student who's quietly exhausted, anxious, or burning out beneath the surface, you've found someone who understands. I specialize in supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, and burnout. With over seven years of clinical experience rooted in crisis intervention work, I've developed a practical, grounded understanding of how people cope under real pressure. My goal is to help you move from surviving to actually feeling like yourself again. If that lands for you, I'd love to connect! I focus on helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, and burnout using evidence based practices (CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing). My style is direct yet curious, and my practice is grounded in unconditional positive regard and a non-judgmental stance. You’ve probably heard the question a thousand times: is the glass half empty, or half full? I think that’s the wrong question. Some days the glass feels emptier than others. My approach is to remind you that you have a opportunity to replenish at anytime. Your glass is always refillable and that is the work we do together. I look forward to working with you!

I am a compassionate therapist focused on supporting college students through life’s challenges. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, cultural adjustment, and religious concerns. College can be a time of significant transition, and I aim at providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where students can explore their emotions, strengthen their sense of identity, and develop coping strategies. Whether you’re navigating academic pressures, personal growth, adjusting to a new culture, self-confidence issues and needing a therapist who is also a Christian, I am here to support you with an approach that is understanding, collaborative, and tailored to your unique experiences. Let's a schedule a brief fifteen-minute call to see if I will be an appropriate fit.