Therapists for college students near Atlanta, GA
I work primarily with clients who are struggling with issues of stress, anxiety, past childhood abuse/trauma, issues of racial identity/trauma, relationships, and women's issues (particularly single women). Additionally, I work with clients who have an interest in integrating their religious faith into their therapy.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Over it??? I get it...This is a very stressful time. I am here for you...Everything is suddenly different and this can be alarming. There is a lot of uncertainty and this can be tough to navigate. However, different does not have to mean misery and uncertainty does not have to mean despair. Together we can work on the way toward peace over panic and faith over fear. I teach people how to get better at stress, stop procrastinating & stay motivated while we work on healthy habits (like meditation!) & happy living. My passion is helping people like you find your way. Life is not about knowing what to do to make yourself well, but where to start and what to do. Together, we can work on the "how's" of it all. You deserve this...believe me...it's time. I offer a FREE 20 minute face-to-face, phone or video consultations to see if we make a good match. You deserve this...believe me...it’s time.
I am excited and passionate about collaboratively working with individuals to help them live a fulfilled, happy life! I have a genuine, empathetic approach to counseling, and strive to create a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment for every person who walks through the door. I believe that every individual has many strengths and can overcome any obstacle. I specialize in working with adolescents, and young adults. My areas of expertise include eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, life transitions, children of divorce, and self-harm . I serve on the Board of International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, Atlanta Chapter, where I get extensive training in working with disordered eating, body image issues, and low self esteem.
I commend you for taking courageous steps to nurture yourself through counseling. It is my privilege to come alongside clients with support, insight, encouragement, education, and tools for growth. I excel in rapport building, creating relational safety in the counseling space, acclimating clients who are new to the counseling process, and helping connect clients with resources. My areas of emphasis include grief, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, and couples issues. I gladly offer a complimentary 15-minute consult to discuss your counseling concerns. My office is near Northlake Mall, where Decatur, Atlanta, and Tucker meet.
Melissa Light holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Emory University. She received her Master's Degrees in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University and in Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. Melissa completed her practicum and internship at Ray of Hope, providing play therapy for children and individual and couples counseling for adults. She has worked with individuals to address mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and relationship issues. In addition to private practice, she has provided therapy in a university counseling center and at an outpatient recovery center for opioid addiction. As a counselor at the recovery center, she led a Women’s Self-Care group which addressed issues of physical and emotional well-being, co-dependency, healthy boundaries, and parenthood. Additionally, Melissa has served as a guest speaker for a support group for new mothers in the Atlanta area. Melissa sees her role as being a guide to help clients gain understanding of themselves. In doing so, clients can address barriers and learn how to live at their full potential. She works from an eclectic approach, using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to explore thought and behavior patterns and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients better manage their emotions and relationships. Clients come to therapy with their own goals and individual strengths and Melissa partners with her clients to navigate personal growth in a supportive, nurturing environment.
If you feel worried or tense or stressed out much of the time I can help. Also, if you have trouble focusing or have ADHD, I'd love to work with you! College and grad school are times of a lot of pressure and a lot of change, but you can do it. I can help. Click on my website to schedule and appointment.
Life throws curve balls. You don't have to take them on alone. I believe in creating a safe environment to help you manage everything you are carrying. In addition to private practice, I have experience working in community behavioral health for 7 years and in a brief intervention virtual program for 3 years, providing therapy to adolescents and adults. I have worked with clients with various diagnoses and those seeking assistance in self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, parenting, and grief and loss, among others. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. I believe in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients to work together to achieve established goals in a safe and trusting environment. It takes courage to ask for help and seeking support in therapy is the first step in making a positive change. Throughout every session, I work to help you develop and utilize coping mechanisms to make progress towards your goals. I look forward to working with you!
We are a group practice specializing in eating disorders, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and the LGBTQ+ population. We work from a psychodynamic and relational perspective. We value therapeutic relationships and commitment to change.
College can be exciting—but also overwhelming. You may be balancing pressure to perform, adjusting to independence, or quietly struggling with anxiety, loneliness, or burnout. I support college students who feel stretched thin, unsure of their path, or disconnected from who they truly are. In our work together, you’ll find a space to slow down, reflect, and invite God into the process. Whether you’re dealing with academic stress, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional exhaustion, I’ll help you explore how faith, boundaries, and healthy coping can support your peace and growth. You don’t have to carry it all alone. Healing is possible when you have a safe space to be seen, heard, and restored—spiritually, emotionally, and mentally.
Tatiana is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia, who earned her Bachelor's in Psychology at SUNY College of Old Westbury and her Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. Her background includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in both Inpatient and Outpatient settings. She has experience working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, family conflict and other challenges throughout one’s lifespan. Tatiana utilizes Cognitive behavioral therapy and Solution focused approaches and techniques when working with clients. She believes that each client is an individual so each session is different and reflects the individual’s needs and strengths. Tatiana's specialties: Depression Anxiety Stress management Self esteem Life transitions Women’s issues
We are a warm and thriving practice in Buckhead, the heart of Atlanta, and we specialize in working with over-achievers, relationships, perfectionism, eating disorders, and trauma. Each of our providers offers evidence-based approaches and commits to continuously increasing education on advanced training. We collaborate with our clients on their goals and provide a supportive relationship to transform their lives.
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Jayde uses the pronouns they/them and identifies as a trans-nonbinary lesbian. They are working on a specialization in LGBTQ+. BIPOC, and neurodiverse clientele with prior experience working with these marginalized populations. Jayde is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Masters in mental health counseling program with experience seeing individuals and groups. As an autistic individual, Jayde seeks to help other neurodiverse individuals with identifying and accommodating their unique needs. Jayde operates with a social justice queer affirming lens utilizing modalities such as narrative therapy and interpersonal process theory. They are adept at pulling interventions from DBT, IFS, somatic, and mindfulness practice. Jayde prides themselves on their ability to connect, empathize with and advocate for their clients. They strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for processing and healing. Jayde is Practicing under the supervision of Nick Marzo, MS, LPC, LMHC, CST, CPCS, NCC, CCMHC and under the direction of James Kingman, MS, LPC, NCC.
My waitlist is open, please email me! In a safe and non-judgmental environment, I utilize art therapy to help you process emotions and challenging life experiences. No experience in art is necessary to benefit, you only need the willingness to express yourself and engage in the creative process. I use art therapy in counseling with those who are seeking to process anxiety, stress, trauma and more. As your therapist, I will work with you to ensure that you feel safe and validated while we build the therapeutic relationship and process challenges with art therapy. Not into art? Not to worry, I also offer traditional talk therapy! Art therapy is a powerful mind-body therapeutic process. Using art in therapy stimulates the brain in areas inaccessible by verbal stimulation alone and contributes to new neural connections. Focus is on the therapeutic process of art making, creativity and reflection, as well as personal growth and development. I am here to help you with any challenges you might be facing. If this seems like a good fit for your needs, please reach out and we can discuss more in depth about how art therapy can benefit you! Email is the best way to reach me! I can add you to the waitlist immediately!
Dr. Shah is a Therapist In Atlanta, who works with adults facing ongoing challenges or momentary stressful situations, feeling stuck in their thoughts and emotions, or trying to reach an overall increased wellness. Therapy is tailored to your unique history, challenges, and goals as we collaborate to apply growth in the therapy room to real life. Therapy with Dr. Shah often involves stress management, dealing with depression or anxiety, and gaining resiliency. Dr. Shah has completed specialized training in Teletherapy and offers therapy through video conferencing and over the phone. This can be particularly convenient for individuals with busy schedules, who live in an area where therapy options are limited, or those with physical limitations or medical ailments who are unable to attend in person.
Please call and leave a voicemail if sending email. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, with over 33 years of experience in the mental health field. I like to collaborate with and help clients with Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders and/or disordered eating, Trauma, PTSD, Relationship and family of origin concerns, Bodily Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Chronic Pain, Chronic Medical Problems, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, and Caregiver stress. I began Telehealth therapy via HIPAA compliant video sessions during COVID. However, video sessions may not always continue to be covered by all insurance plans and may not always be preferable for certain clients. When you’re not experiencing COVID or any other contagious symptoms, I offer Telehealth Monday-Thursdays, and in-person psychotherapy sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in the Decatur?Scottdale, GA area. Our office (house) is located not far from Emory University, Agnes Scott College, and Decatur. We offer free parking in a wheelchair accessible building. Please see my profile in Psychology Today for more information, and feel free to call me for a phone consultation. Phone calls generally work best, as I occasionally miss emails, so if you email me, please follow up with a phone call. I look forward to speaking with you - let’s see if I would be a good match for your needs! INSURANCE NOTE: I do take Aetna Student Health insurance, however I'm not a CORE provider (Tier 1). I am an In-network (Tier 2), preferred provider with Aetna, and Aetna Student Health Insurance will have a different rate/copy, &/or coinsurance amount for Tier 2 providers than for CORE providers. Although I may be able to explain potential differences in coverage, I encourage you to check your insurance benefits for the differences between in-and out-of-network providers and the difference between core and non-core providers, whether your deductible has been met, and the required copay/co-insurance information for the cost of the session prior to making an appointment.
Life can sometimes be difficult to navigate. Interactions, life transitions, thoughts, and emotions can sometimes be a lot. With my background using diverse therapy models I can help you navigate the process that you are struggling with and work toward your goals in therapy. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I specialize in Anxiety Related Disorders, self-esteem problems, and OCD. I use evidence-based therapy models that have been proven to improve symptoms, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, among others. We can explore your thought patterns, emotions and unhelpful behaviors that could be perpetuating the conflicts. I can provide you with coping skills and strategies to improve your wellbeing. Therapy can seem like an intimidating process but with my passion to help people, empathy, and care I can provide an excellent therapeutic services. My therapy sessions are a safe and nonjudgmental space where you will feel comfortable and safe to talk about anything that feels important to you. I am part of the Path referral network, which means that when you reach out, my team will get back to you quickly to schedule our first session. Through Path, I am in-network for most commercial insurances, and the average cost of a session for clients who use their insurance is less than $30. // La vida a veces puede ser difícil de navegar. Las interacciones con otras personas, las transiciones de vida, los pensamientos y las emociones a veces pueden abrumar. Con mi experiencia en el uso de diversos modelos de terapia, puedo ayudarle a atravesar proceso y trabajar hacia sus objetivos en la terapia. Tengo un doctorado en Psicología Clínica. Me especializo en Trastornos Relacionados con la Ansiedad, problemas de autoestima y TOC. Utilizo modelos de terapia basados en evidencia que mejoran los síntomas, como la Terapia Cognitiva Conductual, entre otros. Podemos explorar sus patrones de pensamiento, emociones y comportamientos ineficaces que podrían estar perpetuando los conflictos. Puedo proveerle habilidades para manejar los pensamientos, las emociones y estrategias para mejorar su bienestar. La terapia puede parecer un proceso intimidante, pero con mi pasión por ayudar a las personas, la empatía y el cuidado, puedo brindar excelentes servicios terapéuticos. Mis sesiones de terapia son un espacio seguro y sin prejuicios donde sentirás comodidad y seguridad para hablar sobre cualquier cosa que sientas importante.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of experience in outpatient mental health, crisis response, and program management. I specialize in providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling, integrating evidence-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approaches. I have extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, conducting comprehensive assessments, and coordinating care across community and clinical settings. Recognized for improving client outcomes and building strong partnerships, I am committed to expanding access to quality mental health services and supporting diverse populations with compassion and expertise. In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and building a foundation of trust. I’ll ask questions to learn about your concerns, history, and goals for therapy, and I’ll also give you space to share what feels most important to you. Together, we’ll begin to create a plan that feels manageable and tailored to your needs. My goal is for you to leave the session feeling heard, supported, and hopeful about the path ahead. One of my greatest strengths is my integrative approach—I draw from evidence-based methods like CBT, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness while tailoring each session to fit the unique needs of my clients. I’m skilled at creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel truly heard and understood, while also helping them develop practical tools they can use in daily life. Clients often share that my balance of compassion, encouragement, and direct guidance helps them make meaningful progress and lasting change.
Sarah has experience working with clients struggling with issues related to anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, depression, mood dysregulation, substance abuse and relationship issues. College is a uniquely challenging time and Sarah is passionate about helping students to navigate the struggles they may be facing during this time. Sarah has experience working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, immigration statuses, sexual orientations, ages, body sizes, etc, and welcomes the opportunity to work with any human being. She has also had the opportunity to live abroad in various countries, she recognizes the importance of cultural sensitivity. Sarah believes that all humans, and all bodies deserve respect, and practices from the philosophy of Health at Every Size (HAES).