Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

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Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

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Available both in-person and online

110 Samaritan Drive Suite 211 Cumming, GA 30040

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If anyone knew the thoughts running through my mind, they might think I’m crazy—or I feel completely overwhelmed and lost. I keep asking ‘what if…?’ I’m not ready to give up on my marriage, yet I feel disconnected, and what I’m doing isn’t working. I'm broken from divorce. I long for change. Humans are naturally created for connection, balance, and peace. We have primary emotional needs: to belong, feel understood, and experience safety. None of us are meant to be alone. Growth, healing, and fulfillment happen in the context of connection with others, ourselves, and God. Therapy helps you heal, grow, and rebuild.

With education, clinical expertise, and life experience, I guide individuals and couples through anxiety, depression, OCD, divorce, and relationship challenges, offering faith-informed, evidence-based strategies for growth and connection. You deserve care that meets you where you are and helps you thrive.

Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck can be exhausting. Humans are created for connection, peace, & belonging; there is hope for healing and growth. I guide individuals & couples struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or relationship challenges toward insight, tools, & lasting change. Call today to begin your journey toward change.

Call or Email Chelsea McDonald now for a free 15 minute consultation - (470) 280-7187

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

AnchoredHeart Counseling

110 Samaritan Drive

Suite 211

Cumming, GA 30040 map

(470) 280-7187

My website

As a National Certified Telehealth Therapist, sessions are performed through Zoom, secure & encrypted. I'm meeting in my office as well.

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Marital and Premarital

$175 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (470) 280-7187

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

AnchoredHeart Counseling

110 Samaritan Drive

Suite 211

Cumming, GA 30040 map

(470) 280-7187

My website

As a National Certified Telehealth Therapist, sessions are performed through Zoom, secure & encrypted. I'm meeting in my office as well.

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Marital and Premarital

$175 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $175
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

We accept all cards, HSA, and FSA. We are happy to write superbills for our clients who have insurance.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

We accept all cards, HSA, and FSA. We are happy to write superbills for our clients who have insurance.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with The Board Of Examiners For Georgia Christian Counselors And Therapists (GBOE) Chelsea McDonald

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 25 years

Attended Palm Beach Atlantic University, Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2001

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional 2019

Certificate from Prep for Marriage/ Couples Communication 1999

I am a Christian Therapist certified under the Georgia Board of Examiners held to a higher code of ethics & continuing education to insure your quality of service. Trained at Palm Beach Atlantic University (Masters) Florida State & Florida Atlantic University (Bachelors). I've many certifications.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Anxiety
Marital and Premarital

Expertise

All sub types of OCD
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Grief
Hoarding
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex Therapy
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

These areas—anxiety, depression, OCD, and relationship challenges—are my hyper-focus. I continually deepen my knowledge and stay current with the latest research and evidence-based techniques so I can bring the most effective insights and tools to each client."

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Endorsement

Heather McGinty

MA, BCCC

Chelsea provides a safe, non-judgmental space to work through issues. I'm confident that anyone who works with Chelsea will experience meaningful transformation and renewed peace.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Adlerian
Attachment-based
Christian Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Family / Marital
Gottman Method
Intergrative Polyvagal Theory
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Neuropsychology
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic

I believe healing happens when mind, body, & spirit are cared for together. My approach is holistic, shaped by 30 years of experience walking alongside individuals and couples through life's challenges. I listen carefully to how you learn and communicate so our work reflects your unique design. By integrating faith, compassion, & evidence-based practices, you're sure to grow.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 280-7187

Location

Primary Location

AnchoredHeart Counseling

110 Samaritan Drive

Suite 211

Cumming, GA 30040

(470) 280-7187

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

As a National Certified Telehealth Therapist, sessions are performed through Zoom, secure & encrypted. I'm meeting in my office as well.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call for a free consultation now - (470) 280-7187

As a National Certified Telehealth Therapist, sessions are performed through Zoom, secure & encrypted. I'm meeting in my office as well.

Chelsea McDonald

Christian Counselor, MS, BCCT, CCATP

Call for a free consultation now - (470) 280-7187

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