Therapists for college students near 30309

Sexuality is a fraught topic and no one should have to navigate it alone. I’m Amanda Auchenpaugh, LCSW, and I’m here to support you on your journey to sexual self-actualization. Clients come to me with a variety of concerns: sexual desire, identity questions, sexual shame, body image concerns, religious deconstruction, navigating new types of relationships like queer, kinky, or non-monogamous ones, or they simply want a space to explore sexuality in a way they never have before. None of us gets to adulthood without some struggle with sexuality, and by seeking support we can start breaking down the stigma and shame associated with sex in order to lead more pleasurable lives! Our relationship to pleasure is often at the root of our struggles, and it is my mission to increase collective access to pleasure in all areas of our lives. When working with me, you will always get my authentic self in our sessions, which is warm, encouraging, and sometimes a bit sassy (always with consent to let Sassy Therapist Amanda show up in the room). We’ll laugh, cry, strategize, learn, explore, question, and most importantly harness our curiosity and imagination. Because I use a feminist approach to therapy, I work hard to examine and dismantle the power dynamics that exist in the therapy space, meaning we’ll work towards showing up as equals as much as we can. I work to root my practice (and my life) in anti-oppressive frameworks, moving towards liberation for all genders, races, body types, abilities, nationalities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and relationship/family structures. My work is holistic and systemic, which means that we tend to all the parts of you and how they affect one another, plus the ways all the micro, mezzo, and macro systems in your life impact you. I use a variety of approaches to help you improve your relationship with your body and better tune in to the information and gifts it has for you. As for me personally, I am a white cisgender woman in my 30s. I am part of the queer, non-monogamous, and kink communities, and have personal experiences with religious trauma, body shame, disordered eating, ADHD, divorce, and parenting. My hobbies include dance, birding, hosting parties, baking, audiobooks (mostly sapphic romance novels), visual arts, gardening, and travel. My friends would describe me as energetic, kind, creative, and fiercely (sometimes aggressively) empowering. I’ve lived in the Athens area since 2009 and currently live with my partner, daughter, and my two cats. I offer individual and relational (couples or more-than-two relationships) therapy, dance therapy, educational classes, workshops, case consultation, and host a monthly edu-tainment event called One Night Stand. In addition to my clinical work, I’m available to speak for your class, organization, or event about an array of sexuality-related topics. Basically I’m a total sexuality nerd who jumps at the chance to share what I’m passionate about! For more information about any of these services, feel free to contact me so we can determine what service(s) would be the best fit for you and/or your organization. While I am not in-network with any insurance, upon request I am happy to provide clients documentation to submit to their insurance for potential reimbursement. Because accessibility is important to me, I have a limited number of sliding scale offerings for therapy clients who do not have the means to pay the full rate for services. I see clients in-person at our office near downtown Athens or via Telehealth.

Are you looking for a breakthrough? Do you want to lower your anxiety and stress? Improve your mood and relationships? I use an integrative counseling approach encompassing Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents, and adults with behavioral and mood problems, relationship issues, substance abuse, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, anger management, and life transitions. Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, HeartMath®, a biofeedback intervention, and mental health integrative medicine, I draw heavily from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback, as well as other therapeutic modalities to help balance the mind and body. Let’s find a solution that works for you and helps you reach your goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC0011731 Georgia) and am a National Certified Counselor. My office is child-friendly and handicap accessible. Call today to schedule your free consultation and let’s talk about your goals.

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Through a highly skilled integration of therapeutic techniques and the creative process, I assist high-achieving teens and adults move through trauma recovery, find safety and trust within themselves and others, learn healthier methods of coping, and gain a deeper respect and love for themselves. Are you tired of being told you’re too sensitive? Has beloved time spent alone in order to recharge from social encounters turned into isolation and a sense of disconnection? Do you long to feel reconnected with others, immersed in the world, fully engaged in life and living your purpose? Email me at therapy@meghanharbin.com to schedule a free 15 minute consultation. Sessions can take place online anywhere in Georgia or in office in Peachtree City. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia. I hold a masters degree in Social Work and bachelors’ degrees in Criminal Justice and Psychology from the University of Georgia. I got my start in community mental health before transitioning to providing therapy for youth in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I am trained in LifeForce Yoga for Mood Management and am a certified yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance, as well as a certified Dancing Mindfulness Facilitator through the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. Currently, I am in process of certification for Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, as well as a certificate in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health.

I am a clinical intern a part of Bridge Family Therapy. At Bridge Family Therapy we offer expert psychotherapy for numerous relational health concerns, including: - Couples Therapy, Marital and Premarital - Family Conflict, Parenting, Codependency - Divorce and Coparenting - Anger, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder - Chronic Pain, Illness, Insomnia - Coping Skills, Self Esteem, and Stress Management - Grief, Trauma, PTSD, and cPTSD

Finding the courage to begin therapy is no small thing—and I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Melonie Singleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist who believes that healing happens when we feel safe enough to explore, curious enough to grow, and brave enough to begin again. I specialize in working with children and adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, and depression. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns that hold you back, strengthen your inner compass, and create space for healing, joy, and possibility. In our first few sessions, you can expect me to ask many questions to get to know you—your past, present, and hopes for the future. My approach is warm, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices designed to meet you exactly where you are. Therapy is an adventure inward—a journey toward the truest version of yourself. If you’re ready to start charting your own path to healing, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Heart Stone Therapeutic Healing (HSTH) was founded in 2020 as an individual, private practice. HSTH transitioned into a private, group practice in 2022. The mission of HSTH is to provide trauma-informed, person-centered, & Self-led therapy & coaching services through a holistic perspective. HSTH practitioners empathetically utilize a variety of approaches to address each of their client’s unique needs. We desire to be a partner in our client’s treatment while honoring their mind, body, and/or spiritual connections of their unique Selves. Together, HSTH strive to transform our client’s experiences into opportunities of deep, long-lasting healing. Brianna Sterling, LCSW is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Brainspotting (BSP). Brianna is also formally trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 by the IFS institute and trained in other trauma-informed therapeutic approaches.

We are a specialty practice that tailors our services to women. We offer telehealth sessions and focus on issues like transitioning to and from college, depression, anxiety, boundaries, communication, trauma and much more! We also specialize in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, miscarriages, and infertility.

In a world that often values toughness, being a highly sensitive and soft-hearted person can feel like a burden. We might say “yes” when we really mean “no”. And we may feel like we have to act differently to fit in, even if it means putting others before ourselves. Sometimes it can feel tough to find our inner courage, speak up for what we want, and create positive boundaries. This can be especially true when we’re striving for success in our careers, supporting our loved ones emotionally, or navigating big life changes. Through brainspotting, mindfulness, and somatic techniques, we’ll gently uncover the patterns that have kept you feeling stuck and build the self-trust needed to honor your own needs. As you release emotional weight and reconnect with yourself, you’ll cultivate resilience, confidence, and a deeper sense of balance in your life. If you’re ready to embrace your sensitivity, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with yourself, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to create a life that feels balanced, authentic, and fulfilling. Reach out today to begin your journey toward healing and growth.

Are you worn out? Struggling with anxiety or depression? Questioning your direction? Questioning your identity? Refuel wants to help. Refuel Counseling is a space where you can work on being the best version of you as you navigate life's circumstances.

The Eating Disorders Recovery Center of Athens is dedicated to helping men and women reclaim their lives. The treatment team consists of highly skilled, caring individuals, including licensed psychologists and advanced doctoral-level clinicians under supervision. Our multi-disciplinary team is committed to helping each person reach their individual treatment goals. Our team specialties include the treatment of eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual abuse issues, family and parenting issues, personality disorders, trauma, grief, major life transitions, addiction recovery, meditation and mindfulness training and more. The Eating Disorders Recovery Center of Athens (EDRCA) was founded almost twenty years ago, it’s mission and purpose to provide the intensive treatments necessary to recover from eating disorders. Throughout our time in Athens, we have successfully treated hundreds of patients, helping them to resume a healthy life, to grow personally from the experience of having recovered from an eating disorder and to reconnect more deeply with family, friends and careers.

We treat patients with insomnia via telehealth. Our patients have 1. insomnia, 2. interest in tapering off sleeping pills, or 3. Both. We have a team of highly trained PhDs who can help. We take insurance for the telehealth sessions, and patients pay $9.99/mo for digital membership access (i.e. sleep logging and videos to stay engaged between sessions). We have experts for all ages (infants, children, teens, adults, and seniors. We treat insomnia using the first-line, research-backed treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (CBT-I). We know how challenging the impact of sleep loss can be on mood, cognitive function, work and school performance, energy, health, and social functioning. Our treatment is research-backed, brief, and helpful! Our patients are able to feel back in control over their sleep through the techniques they learn from our program.

Jenn Zambo of Resilient Nutrition Counseling LLC has over a decade of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Jenn has experience providing nutrition support to college students, previously working at UCONN's Student Health Services. Jenn is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and has experience working at all levels of care to provide comprehensive eating disorders treatment (Inpatient, Residential, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and Outpatient Services).

You’re lying awake late at night, stuck in your own head, wishing you could just turn it off. The worry loops won’t stop. The what-ifs keep coming. Maybe you’re caught in rituals, mental checks, reassurance-seeking, or avoidance that feels impossible to explain to anyone else. You’ve tried to push through it, distract yourself, calm yourself down, or “be logical,” but it keeps coming back. And at some point, you start to wonder if this is just how life is going to feel. It doesn’t have to be. This is where I come in. I help young adults untangle anxiety and OCD in a way that actually leads to change, not just temporary relief. My work is practical, direct, and focused on helping you get your life back, not just manage symptoms forever. The goal isn’t to make anxiety disappear overnight. It’s to stop organizing your life around it. General therapy often isn’t enough for OCD and severe anxiety. It can feel supportive, but the patterns stay the same. That’s why I use targeted, evidence-based approaches that are designed specifically for anxiety disorders, OCD, and phobias. I also work with LGBTQ+ clients and support young adults struggling with self-harm or suicidal thoughts in a way that is honest, grounded, and focused on real change. If anxiety, OCD, or fear is running your life, or quietly shrinking it, you don’t have to handle it alone. You deserve support that actually makes sense for what you’re dealing with. Reach out to set up a free 15-minute phone consultation and we can talk about what’s going on and what real help could look like for you.

In each person's life a little rain must fall. At times, however, it may feel as though you are ill equipped to weather the storm. Gaining new coping skills, strengthening self-esteem and adopting new behaviors are just some of the possible outcomes of successful counseling. I consider it an honor to hear your story and work with you towards change. Whether you are battling anxiety, low self-esteem, going through a transition such as a career change or are dealing with past wounds, my hope is that you'll find a safe place to land as we work together to find a place that brings fulfillment and helps you reach your goals. I work from a person-centered approach, understanding that we each come with our own strengths and challenges. I offer a collaborative approach and encouraging space utilizing techniques from a variety of theoretical frameworks and evidenced-based treatments. I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. We will work together to identify your goals and make a plan on how to achieve them. I strive to listen empathetically and provide a judgement-free space to explore the things keeping you from living the life you desire. If you are ready to start experiencing life in a more fulfilling way, I would be happy to help you get started.

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Positive Peering Inc. is a nonprofit organization that works with youth, adolescents, family and children. We specialize in trauma and suicide prevention. We offer group therapy as well as individual therapy. Jeneifer is a non-traditional psychologist that meet you where you are. Providing a holistic approach in my therapeutic sessions with my clients.

Stress in college can be difficult to manage at times because of the change in responsibilities of being away from home, less structure to routines, worrying about grades, worrying about finances, all while trying to establish new connections and build relationships in a new place. These stressors often lead to anxiety and depression. The good news is that you don’t have to manage alone! We can work together to help you learn the tools you need to maximize your strengths, and be at peace, while thriving in a busy college environment.

Hello! My name is Mike and I have been working as a therapist since I graduated with my Master’s in Applied Clinical Psychology from USC Aiken in 2022. Prior to this I attended The Ohio State University where I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology. I have worked as a therapist in a university psychology clinic, an inpatient psychiatric hospital, in the community with children and teens, and currently in the prison system. I feel as though working in these different settings with clients from different backgrounds has helped me be the best therapist possible. If you are interested in booking a session with me, please click my headway link!

As a neurdivergent therapist with ADHD, I understand feeling a little different—creative, scattered, sensitive, or like you don’t quite fit into the usual boxes. I want to help you to feel more grounded, to understand yourself better, & to move through life with more ease and confidence. In therapy, we’ll work together to make sense of what’s been overwhelming you, reconnect with your strengths, & create space for balance, meaning, and self-acceptance in your daily life. In our sessions, you can expect warmth, curiosity, and collaboration. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine conversation.