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Therapists for college students near Atlanta, GA

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Lanie Mathis Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

Do you find yourself constantly second-guessing what you said, worrying about what others think, or feeling stuck in a cycle of overthinking? Or maybe your childhood seemed normal, yet deep down something still feels off? You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or carrying the effects of past experiences that still shape your present. You want to feel safer in your body, more grounded in your emotions, and more connected to yourself and others. I work with adults who are ready for meaningful change and want a therapist who brings warmth, clarity, and evidence-based tools to support deep, sustainable healing. With training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, I blend evidence-based tools with a deeply client-centered approach. My goal is to help you understand your patterns, regulate your emotions, & reconnect with the strengths you may have lost sight of so you can feel more grounded, empowered, & more like yourself. You might be stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be working really hard to break free from old coping strategies that once helped you survive. Together, we can work to build safety, clarity, and confidence moving forward. I know how hard it is to break out of those patterns.

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RJ Parker, LMSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile, I’m glad you’re here. As your therapist, it's my intent to guide you toward deeper understanding of yourself and give you the opportunity to process your emotions in a safe, empathetic environment. Anxiety, depression, and trauma can take up so much space in your life that it makes it hard to have patience, connect with loved ones, and focus on your responsibilities and passions. In therapy with me, we can gently challenge unhealthy thought patterns and establish healthier coping skills to lessen the power these issues hold over you. We can also work together to challenge harmful and limiting social norms that prevent you from living as your authentic, whole self. My areas of specialization include queer-identifying clients, ASD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and somatic therapy. I work with my clients so that you can speak your truth and live a life that aligns with your values. Looking for a therapist to suit your needs is often a challenging journey, and you’re brave for taking those first steps. Please reach out to schedule if you’re curious about deepening your connection with yourself and starting on a path toward healing and peace. I am currently accepting private pay, sliding scale, and the following insurances: Aetna, Cigna, and Anthem/BCBS.

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Melissa Wetherington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Woodstock, GA
Accepting new clients

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Shannon Bowles, PhD
Psychologist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

My clinical practice is grounded in an emotion-focused framework that emphasizes collaboration, autonomy, empathy, relationship-building, and cultural humility. I view the therapeutic relationship as dynamic and relational. We grow and change together in the process. Authenticity is central to my work. I approach therapy as a whole person. I carry my identities, personality, and lived experiences with me. I believe that, when I show up fully, it creates space for you to do the same. My goal is to offer you an emotionally safe environment where you can show up with all parts of yourself - your identities, feelings, stories, strengths, and struggles - without fear of judgment. I want you to feel deeply seen, heard, and valued for the whole person that you are. My approach is trauma-centered and am queer, CNM, and polyamory affirming. I am a World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) certified provider.

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Aaliya Uddin, MS, EdS, APC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Watkinsville, GA
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Aaliya. I work with college students who are navigating the many transitions that come with this season of life, whether that means adjusting to campus life, figuring out who you are, managing academic pressure, or trying to balance relationships, family expectations, and your own needs. The students I connect with best are often those who are thoughtful, driven, and trying their best, but may feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of what comes next. You might be the person who looks like you have it together while quietly struggling behind the scenes. You may be learning how to set boundaries, build confidence, understand yourself better, or make sense of experiences that have shaped you. In therapy, we will create a space where you can show up as your full self without judgment. Together, we can explore what is weighing on you, identify what you need, and build tools to help you navigate college and life with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, collaborate with you, and support you through this chapter, I would love to connect.

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Regal Behavioral Health
Pre-Licensed Professional
Alpharetta, GA
Accepting new clients

I work with college students who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, overthinking, panic symptoms, or difficulty focusing, especially during high-pressure academic or life transitions. Many of my clients feel mentally exhausted, easily triggered by stress, or frustrated by not being able to function the way they know they can. My approach is intentional, structured, and results-focused. I take time to understand your symptoms in detail and create a clear plan that may include medication management, practical strategies, and support with sleep, focus, and emotional regulation. I prioritize both immediate symptom relief and long-term stability, so you can feel more calm, clear, and in control of your daily life. You can expect straightforward communication, thoughtful care, and a provider who takes your concerns seriously. This may be a good fit if you’re ready for real support and a plan that actually helps you move forward.

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Saged Feather Counseling + Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Holly Springs, GA
Accepting new clients

College is often one of the most exciting and overwhelming times of life Many of the students I work with are navigating major transitions while trying to keep up with classes, relationships, work, family expectations, and the pressure to have it all figured out. Sometimes the challenges are obvious: Academic stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, breakups, family conflict, grief, or adjusting to college life. Sometimes they're more personal: Questioning your identity, sexuality, faith, values, or future career path. Feeling disconnected from yourself or unsure of who you're becoming. Managing ADHD, autism, perfectionism, burnout, or people-pleasing. Trying to balance independence while still navigating family expectations. Feeling overwhelmed by the constant pressure to perform, achieve, and keep going. And sometimes it's simply realizing that the strategies that helped you get this far aren't working anymore. I believe you don't need fixing to deserve support. I think of myself as a life midwife: steady, grounded, and honest while something new is trying to emerge. My role isn't to tell you who to be or how to live your life. It's to help you make sense of where you are, reconnect with your strengths, and navigate the uncertainty that often comes with growth and change. If any of this resonates with you, you may be in a season of becoming. And you don't have to move through it alone.

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Hadiya Barlatier-Johnson, MS, LPC, NCC
Group practice
Watkinsville, GA
Accepting new clients

Hi, I'm Hadiya, and I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine conversation, one where you can show up as you are without judgment or pressure to have it all figured out. I work with folx 18+ navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and insight-driven, helping clients understand patterns, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're adjusting to college, managing stress, or feeling stuck, my goal is to provide a space where you feel heard, challenged, and supported. Sometimes the first step forward is simply starting the conversation.

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Kara Holcomb, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

I’m Kara, and I am a therapist who is passionate about working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, body image, people pleasing, and codependency. I also enjoy working with individuals who are questioning their relationship with alcohol and other mind-altering substances. Having invested in my own therapeutic process over the years, I know firsthand how tough it can be to reach out to a therapist. However, I also know how deeply rewarding and life-changing it is to engage with a supportive, effective, and compassionate therapist. I approach therapy with a foundation of gratitude and curiosity. For me, it is an honor to be entrusted with your story. In my practice, I provide a safe space where clients can gain clarity, connect with inner knowing, and begin living authentically from the inside out. I aim to empower clients to find what feels honest, true, and joyful for them. *A note on language: I use terms like people pleasing and codependency because they’re widely understood and searchable. However, I see these as patterns that have been adaptive, and often brilliant, survival skills, not character flaws.

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Emma Wulff, MFT
Pre-Licensed Professional
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

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Jackie Shaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new clients

I bring a warm and steady presence, a gentle sense of humor, and a genuine curiosity about your story to sessions. We will start where you are, and can work collaboratively to help you find meaningful change. The therapeutic relationship is essential in taking vulnerable and challenging steps in therapy, and this principle is at the heart of my practice with each person. I can incorporate Narrative Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (Parts Work), nature, and writing into sessions depending on your needs and interests.

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Jennifer Boone, LCSW LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

In my 20 plus years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and families in a variety of settings. I strive to provide a place of acceptance in which clients can explore the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with the goal of changing negative thought patterns to facilitate lasting change. My approach to therapy is to focus on the inherent strengths and worth of each individual while fostering a therapeutic relationship of respect and collaboration. Truthfully, I learn so much from my clients in this process. My personality and style are both positive and warm. My hope is that I convey to my clients the authentic joy that I find in my work.

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Breakthrough Counseling Services
Group practice
Jefferson, MD
Accepting new clients

At Breakthrough Counseling, our focus is on you and your journey to healing. With Telehealth options available and providers licensed in multiple states, this means that no matter where you are, we are here to help you breakthrough to a new you! Multiple providers offer a wide range of expertise in different areas, including: individual, child/adolescent, family, marriage, as well as medication management. Our team strives to provide the best quality of care. We have a varying network of professionals available to walk you through any hardships or struggles that life brings. We have immediate, open appointments available for you now.

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H.A.R.M.O.N.I.C. Therapeutic & Healing Services
Group practice
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

At Harmonic Therapeutic & Healing Services, I understand the unique challenges that college students face. With my compassionate and experience, I am here to provide you with a safe and supportive space to navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. I offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your busy academic life, and I am committed to helping you develop the skills and resilience you need to thrive both in college and beyond. Take the first step towards a happier, healthier you – reach out to us today, and let's embark on this journey of self-discovery and growth together. Your mental health matters, and we're here to help you prioritize it.

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Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

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Dr. Traci Williams
Psychologist
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

Welcome! With over a decade of experience working with all ages, I support your mental and emotional wellbeing. Remember, it's okay to not be okay sometimes, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Featured in The New York Times, Parents, Forbes and more, I help kids, teens, and adults move from surviving to thriving. Juggling campus life, in addition to the challenges of your personal life can be really difficult and I'm here to help. Whether you hope to address a specific issue or just want to improve the quality of your life, you're in the right place. My approach is gentle, yet firm, compassionate, and laid-back. I tailor treatment to your needs, relying on cognitive behavioral and family systems techniques. I offer in-person and virtual therapy for your convenience. Your next step is to email me, or use the scheduling form on my website to briefly share your concerns. I offer a complimentary 15 minute phone consultation. If I am a good fit for you or your family, we will meet online via a secure therapy platform. Feel free to browse my website to learn more about me and my services. I look forward to working with you!

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Amy Dickinson Integrative Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

Have you experienced a trauma or life-changing event? Are you feeling stuck and struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you just trying to figure out who you are or find a purpose? I am passionate about helping those who are working to find balance in their lives and those in need of finding that mind-body connection to promote health and well-being. I am experienced in working with Trauma, LGBTQ+ community, relationship and family concerns, and college students struggling to balance the demands of academics and daily living. I offer a holistic approach focusing on interpersonal relationships, mind-body connection, and how past experiences can influence our current thought processes, emotions, and behaviors. I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy and skilled in various techniques that can help those suffering from PTSD and various types of trauma, anxiety, and depression. Choosing to begin therapy can be very difficult, so I am offering free 15 to 30 minute consultations to help you determine whether we are a good match, and to give you an idea of what working with me will be like.

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Revelare Recovery
Treatment program
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

Revelare Recovery is a Women’s PHP & IOP program designed to address co-occurring diagnoses of an Eating Disorder (ED) alongside a secondary Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or Mental Health diagnosis. It operates at the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) levels of care. One important aspect of this program is that it provides supportive housing for clients who reside outside of the Atlanta market. This housing arrangement ensures that clients have a safe and structured environment during their treatment period. Our supportive housing program consists of two phases: Phase 1, which lasts for 30 days and is conducted primarily in the PHP setting, and Phase 2, which lasts an additional 30 days and takes place primarily in the IOP setting. The program specifcally caters to women, recognizing their unique needs in the context of EDs and co-occurring disorders. By focusing exclusively on women, the program can tailor its treatment approaches to address the specific challenges and experiences that women may face.

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DBT Counseling
Group practice
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

We specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT). DBT is an Evidenced-based therapy to treat severe anxiety, emotional dysregulation and facilitate healthier relationships. Group and individual therapy are provided via Online Therapy (zoom).

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Zen Integrative Health
Physician Assistant
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

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