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Abel Zapata

MACMHC (he, him)

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821 Chattanooga Avenue, Dalton, GA 30720
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821 Chattanooga Avenue Dalton, GA 30720
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I am a bilingual master’s-level counselor working toward licensure and currently accepting new clients. I support individuals, couples, and teens through both challenging and transformative seasons of life. I believe that whether you’re facing grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or other mental health concerns, growth and healing are always possible. My approach focuses on creating a warm, safe, and supportive space where you can explore your story at your own pace.
Having personally experienced Latino cultural identity, I understand the unique challenges and strengths it brings—such as bicultural pressures, generational differences, and mental health stigma. I’m committed to providing culturally sensitive care that honors your background and supports your growth.
My approach integrates Christian/biblical counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems theory, and elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to tailor treatment to your needs. Seeking help takes courage, and finding the right therapist matters. I encourage you to reach out and connect with me.
Call or Abel Zapata now for a free 15 minute consultation - (706) 770-6288 x704

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Counseling at Rapha House Inc.

821 Chattanooga Avenue

Dalton, GA 30720 map

(706) 770-6288 x704

Transformation Center

423 Central Avenue Northwest

Cleveland, TN 37311 map

Mondays at Transformation Center (Cleveland, TN); Tuesday-Thursday at The Rapha House (Dalton, GA).
I specialize in Grief, Men's Issues and Anxiety 
$80 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Counseling at Rapha House Inc.

821 Chattanooga Avenue

Dalton, GA 30720 map

(706) 770-6288 x704

Transformation Center

423 Central Avenue Northwest

Cleveland, TN 37311 map

Mondays at Transformation Center (Cleveland, TN); Tuesday-Thursday at The Rapha House (Dalton, GA).
I specialize in Grief, Men's Issues and Anxiety 
$80 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $80
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (706) 770-6288 x704
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (706) 770-6288 x704

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from Pentecostal Theological Seminary Abel Zapata
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Pentecostal Theological Seminary , Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2025
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (706) 770-6288 x704
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (706) 770-6288 x704

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (706) 770-6288 x704
Photo of Abel Zapata, MACMHC
Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (706) 770-6288 x704

Endorsement

Mackenzie Whaley
Mackenzie Whaley
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalAMFTLPCMHSP-tNCCMA
Abel is an incredible clinician whose kindness, calming presence, and care shine brightly. He excels at meeting clients where they are even of the hardest of seasons. I have no doubt he will take excellent care of any client that walks into his office!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
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Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (706) 770-6288 x704
Photo of Abel Zapata, MACMHC
Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (706) 770-6288 x704

Location

Primary Location

Counseling at Rapha House Inc.

821 Chattanooga Avenue

Dalton, GA 30720

(706) 770-6288 x704

Additional Location

Transformation Center

423 Central Avenue Northwest

Cleveland, TN 37311

(706) 770-6288 x704
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Mondays at Transformation Center (Cleveland, TN); Tuesday-Thursday at The Rapha House (Dalton, GA).
Photo of Abel Zapata, MACMHC
Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (706) 770-6288 x704
"
Mondays at Transformation Center (Cleveland, TN); Tuesday-Thursday at The Rapha House (Dalton, GA).
Photo of Abel Zapata, MACMHC
Abel Zapata
MACMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (706) 770-6288 x704