Counseling Associates for Well-Being
Group Practice
2298 Brockett Road, Tucker, GA 30084
Let's Connect (706) 425-8900
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you are carrying stress in your relationships, grieving a loss, healing from trauma, navigating a life transition, managing depression, anxiety, OCD or ADHD, or simply tired of trying to handle everything alone. Our team helps by matching you with a therapist who fits your needs and offers a warm, supportive space to better understand yourself, build practical tools, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change. We have 3 locations to serve you, and we offer telehealth.
Our Team
Accepting new clients. Are you feeling out of balance, disconnected, or finding it hard to experience joy? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Our group of skilled, compassionate therapists brings deep training and experience to support concerns like anxiety, relationship stress, depression, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, and grief. We help adults build emotional well-being and healthier relationships through individual, couples, and group therapy. Our holistic, client-centered approach honors the whole person. We offer telehealth across Georgia and in-person sessions at three locations.
Accepting new clients. Are you feeling out of balance, disconnected, or finding it hard to experience joy? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Our group of skilled, compassionate therapists brings deep training and experience to support concerns like anxiety, relationship stress, depression, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, and grief. We help adults build emotional well-being and healthier relationships through individual, couples, and group therapy. Our holistic, client-centered approach honors the whole person. We offer telehealth across Georgia and in-person sessions at three locations.
Hi there welcome! Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or constant worry can make even getting out of bed feel exhausting. For many children of immigrants, anxiety & depression are shaped by cultural expectations, family pressures, and the need to hold multiple identities at once. You may be asking yourself, Am I American enough? Desi enough? Others may feel overwhelmed by their present responses to trauma experienced in the past. EMDR is an effective approach for many clients seeking relief from trauma symptoms, anxiety or complicated losses they are struggling to grieve. I personalize my approach for each client.
Hi there welcome! Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or constant worry can make even getting out of bed feel exhausting. For many children of immigrants, anxiety & depression are shaped by cultural expectations, family pressures, and the need to hold multiple identities at once. You may be asking yourself, Am I American enough? Desi enough? Others may feel overwhelmed by their present responses to trauma experienced in the past. EMDR is an effective approach for many clients seeking relief from trauma symptoms, anxiety or complicated losses they are struggling to grieve. I personalize my approach for each client.
Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here. Taking that first step to begin or return to therapy can feel overwhelming, and I commend you for being here today. My role is to support you and walk alongside you as you navigate this journey. Life often feels like a rollercoaster, full of unexpected twists and turns, and at times we can feel stuck without knowing how to move forward. As a clinician, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are, regardless of where you are in your journey through collaboration in the therapeutic process. I am now available to take referrals for in person or virtual therapy in Georgia!
Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here. Taking that first step to begin or return to therapy can feel overwhelming, and I commend you for being here today. My role is to support you and walk alongside you as you navigate this journey. Life often feels like a rollercoaster, full of unexpected twists and turns, and at times we can feel stuck without knowing how to move forward. As a clinician, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are, regardless of where you are in your journey through collaboration in the therapeutic process. I am now available to take referrals for in person or virtual therapy in Georgia!
Elizabeth Thacker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30606
Not accepting new clients
I am experienced in working with a range of challenges including anxiety, OCD, family concerns, trauma, and life transitions like starting or leaving college, job or career changes, etc. I find it particularly rewarding working with those with obsessions and compulsions, as well as those who have experienced sexual abuse or assault and are working to recover and thrive. I see clients in-person in Athens, GA or virtually across the State of Georgia. I offer individual counseling services to adults (18+). I see clients from 9-5 M-Th, 9-1 F.
I am experienced in working with a range of challenges including anxiety, OCD, family concerns, trauma, and life transitions like starting or leaving college, job or career changes, etc. I find it particularly rewarding working with those with obsessions and compulsions, as well as those who have experienced sexual abuse or assault and are working to recover and thrive. I see clients in-person in Athens, GA or virtually across the State of Georgia. I offer individual counseling services to adults (18+). I see clients from 9-5 M-Th, 9-1 F.
I believe one of the bravest things a person can do, is to begin to understand their strength. When entering the therapy room with me, the expectation is that you are the expert of your life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but rather to assist you in discovering it on your own. I feel as if I didn’t choose to be a therapist, but rather this job chose me. My life experiences have brought me to the point in my life to be able to assist, support, and uplift my clients through whatever has brought them to this point in theirs.
I believe one of the bravest things a person can do, is to begin to understand their strength. When entering the therapy room with me, the expectation is that you are the expert of your life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but rather to assist you in discovering it on your own. I feel as if I didn’t choose to be a therapist, but rather this job chose me. My life experiences have brought me to the point in my life to be able to assist, support, and uplift my clients through whatever has brought them to this point in theirs.
As a therapist, I work to develop a secure & trusting relationship with clients rooted in transparency and mutual vulnerability. We will work together to find your strengths, parts of you that have been lost to society’s grueling demands. How can you access a deep level of emotion when just trying to keep your head above water today? When you juggle a job, school, children, relationships, it can be challenging to experience moments of joy. My goal is to encourage you in your journey and help to make life more manageable & fulfilling-improving your interpersonal relationships, job/school performance and life.
As a therapist, I work to develop a secure & trusting relationship with clients rooted in transparency and mutual vulnerability. We will work together to find your strengths, parts of you that have been lost to society’s grueling demands. How can you access a deep level of emotion when just trying to keep your head above water today? When you juggle a job, school, children, relationships, it can be challenging to experience moments of joy. My goal is to encourage you in your journey and help to make life more manageable & fulfilling-improving your interpersonal relationships, job/school performance and life.
Reaching out can be overwhelming, whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you are simply feeling that life is too much right now. My goal is to make the therapy process approachable and organic by combining openness, humor, and authenticity.
As an LGBTQ+ and Poly/ENM allied counselor, my priority is to provide an inclusive and affirming therapeutic space for couples and individuals.
Reaching out can be overwhelming, whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you are simply feeling that life is too much right now. My goal is to make the therapy process approachable and organic by combining openness, humor, and authenticity.
As an LGBTQ+ and Poly/ENM allied counselor, my priority is to provide an inclusive and affirming therapeutic space for couples and individuals.
Claire Nichols Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIRT
Athens, GA 30606
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships are a tremendously important part of our lives. When they are going well, they are a great source of joy, comfort, and meaning. When they are not, they can be painful and consuming, and lead to depression, anxiety, and despair. I specialize in helping people with all kinds of relationship challenges, from healing after affairs, to deciding whether to stay in a marriage that seems to have lost its life force. Maybe you are in a business partnership with someone that you are having trouble relating to these days, or struggling to find new meaning after the kids are grown and gone. I can help you find some clarity
Relationships are a tremendously important part of our lives. When they are going well, they are a great source of joy, comfort, and meaning. When they are not, they can be painful and consuming, and lead to depression, anxiety, and despair. I specialize in helping people with all kinds of relationship challenges, from healing after affairs, to deciding whether to stay in a marriage that seems to have lost its life force. Maybe you are in a business partnership with someone that you are having trouble relating to these days, or struggling to find new meaning after the kids are grown and gone. I can help you find some clarity
Modern life can put our nervous systems into constant overdrive but there are ways to manage it and gain peace and balance. As a therapist for 25 years I have seen grief, trauma, relationship crisis, health crisis or many other stressful events create patterns of pain for clients in relationships, physical or emotional health, perfectionism, disordered eating, repeating negative cycles in dating, chronic health symptoms, health anxiety, compulsive behavior, anxiety or feeling dissatisfied with where one is in life. I am here to help you make sense of what is happening and feel better in your body and also in relationship.
Modern life can put our nervous systems into constant overdrive but there are ways to manage it and gain peace and balance. As a therapist for 25 years I have seen grief, trauma, relationship crisis, health crisis or many other stressful events create patterns of pain for clients in relationships, physical or emotional health, perfectionism, disordered eating, repeating negative cycles in dating, chronic health symptoms, health anxiety, compulsive behavior, anxiety or feeling dissatisfied with where one is in life. I am here to help you make sense of what is happening and feel better in your body and also in relationship.
Lyndey Caddell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Waitlist for new clients
I am so happy you are here. Bios can be so stale, but hopefully this one will paint a colorful picture of who I am and what to expect in a session with me. Being a therapist is literally so cool and rewarding. Each day I have the opportunity to offer at least two things – to help you feel understood and less alone. No matter where you are in your life, I want to meet you there. I strive to provide a safe environment for clients from different backgrounds, cultures, sexual identities, gender identities or expression.
I am so happy you are here. Bios can be so stale, but hopefully this one will paint a colorful picture of who I am and what to expect in a session with me. Being a therapist is literally so cool and rewarding. Each day I have the opportunity to offer at least two things – to help you feel understood and less alone. No matter where you are in your life, I want to meet you there. I strive to provide a safe environment for clients from different backgrounds, cultures, sexual identities, gender identities or expression.
Welcome, thanks for visiting! Most important to know about therapy with me - my approach is rooted in creating rapport and connection rather than following a technique or a formula, and I believe deep conversations flow from being understood. Together we can build insight and discover the origins of your concerns - I enjoy facilitating the "deep dive" with an inquisitive, exploratory perspective led by mutual curiosity. Whether you're going through a messy break up, burdened by perfectionism, struggling in relationships, or simply wanting to understand yourself better - I'll help guide the process of self-inquiry and reconnection.
Welcome, thanks for visiting! Most important to know about therapy with me - my approach is rooted in creating rapport and connection rather than following a technique or a formula, and I believe deep conversations flow from being understood. Together we can build insight and discover the origins of your concerns - I enjoy facilitating the "deep dive" with an inquisitive, exploratory perspective led by mutual curiosity. Whether you're going through a messy break up, burdened by perfectionism, struggling in relationships, or simply wanting to understand yourself better - I'll help guide the process of self-inquiry and reconnection.
You've built a life that looks great on the outside, but inside, is it a different story? Do you feel the impact of old wounds that never fully healed? Do they show up as distance in your relationships, irritability or just an ache that you can't quite name? Have you been told you're “too closed off” or “hard to read”, but the fact is you keep your guard up because letting it down never felt safe? You're not looking for a pep talk or a set of quick tips. You want something real—a chance to dig beneath the surface, to understand why you react the way you do, and to choose connection over protection.
You've built a life that looks great on the outside, but inside, is it a different story? Do you feel the impact of old wounds that never fully healed? Do they show up as distance in your relationships, irritability or just an ache that you can't quite name? Have you been told you're “too closed off” or “hard to read”, but the fact is you keep your guard up because letting it down never felt safe? You're not looking for a pep talk or a set of quick tips. You want something real—a chance to dig beneath the surface, to understand why you react the way you do, and to choose connection over protection.
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.
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.
Merrium Stidham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Tucker, GA 30084
Waitlist for new clients
To heal is to touch with love that which we previously touched with fear. -Buddhist proverb.
I'm glad you're here! I offer a holistic, mind–body approach to therapy, helping adults reconnect with themselves on every level—thoughts, emotions, and the wisdom stored within the body. My work focuses on OCD/other anxiety disorders, complex trauma, and relationship conflict. With specialized training in substance use counseling, I also support clients navigating struggles with alcohol or other substances. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies—just a fancy way of saying you're in safe, compassionate, and competent hands.
To heal is to touch with love that which we previously touched with fear. -Buddhist proverb.
I'm glad you're here! I offer a holistic, mind–body approach to therapy, helping adults reconnect with themselves on every level—thoughts, emotions, and the wisdom stored within the body. My work focuses on OCD/other anxiety disorders, complex trauma, and relationship conflict. With specialized training in substance use counseling, I also support clients navigating struggles with alcohol or other substances. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies—just a fancy way of saying you're in safe, compassionate, and competent hands.
You’re human, and you carry many complex emotions. I create a safe & non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts, emotions, and concerns about various aspects of your life without judgement. My approach is rooted in the belief that every individual is deserving of respect, empathy, and understanding. Therapy is a collaborative process, where you are the expert on your own life, and I am here to walk with you along your journey to help you gain valuable insights and tools to navigate it. I am accepting new clients, and I would love to be a source of support for you.
You’re human, and you carry many complex emotions. I create a safe & non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts, emotions, and concerns about various aspects of your life without judgement. My approach is rooted in the belief that every individual is deserving of respect, empathy, and understanding. Therapy is a collaborative process, where you are the expert on your own life, and I am here to walk with you along your journey to help you gain valuable insights and tools to navigate it. I am accepting new clients, and I would love to be a source of support for you.
I offer therapy in our Tucker office and virtually throughout Georgia! Adulting is hard, relationships are complicated, and life can get messy. Sometimes we feel lost, a little off, stuck in the past, or unsure what comes next. I work with adults navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges who want greater clarity, healthier connections, and a life that feels more authentic and meaningful. That work starts with the relationship we build. My style is active, engaged, and genuine. You can expect real conversation, thoughtful questions, honest feedback, and practical support for what is happening in your life now.
I offer therapy in our Tucker office and virtually throughout Georgia! Adulting is hard, relationships are complicated, and life can get messy. Sometimes we feel lost, a little off, stuck in the past, or unsure what comes next. I work with adults navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges who want greater clarity, healthier connections, and a life that feels more authentic and meaningful. That work starts with the relationship we build. My style is active, engaged, and genuine. You can expect real conversation, thoughtful questions, honest feedback, and practical support for what is happening in your life now.
Have you ever felt like a lion raised in a family of house cats? Like no matter how hard you tried, you just never seemed to fit? I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, trauma, emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, executive dysfunction, and LGBTQIA+ identity. I also welcome those who have experienced trauma related to residential treatment settings or psychiatric hospitalizations. Together, we'll build self-understanding, strengthen distress tolerance, and find practical skills that actually work for your life.
Have you ever felt like a lion raised in a family of house cats? Like no matter how hard you tried, you just never seemed to fit? I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, trauma, emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, executive dysfunction, and LGBTQIA+ identity. I also welcome those who have experienced trauma related to residential treatment settings or psychiatric hospitalizations. Together, we'll build self-understanding, strengthen distress tolerance, and find practical skills that actually work for your life.
Accepting new clients. Life can feel overwhelming—whether you’re finishing college, finding your footing in adulthood, or facing the realization that things aren’t unfolding the way you hoped. Maybe work feels draining, relationships are unraveling, or you’ve found yourself relying on alcohol, food, substances, or self-harm to cope. Others shut down through depression or constant anxiety. When these strategies stop helping, support matters. Reaching out is a meaningful first step, and choosing to care for your mental health takes real courage.
Accepting new clients. Life can feel overwhelming—whether you’re finishing college, finding your footing in adulthood, or facing the realization that things aren’t unfolding the way you hoped. Maybe work feels draining, relationships are unraveling, or you’ve found yourself relying on alcohol, food, substances, or self-harm to cope. Others shut down through depression or constant anxiety. When these strategies stop helping, support matters. Reaching out is a meaningful first step, and choosing to care for your mental health takes real courage.
As you navigate the complex challenges of life, you may come to a place where you feel stuck or wonder how to proceed through a difficult time. Perhaps you are grieving a loss or burdened by the lingering effects of a traumatic experience. You might be feeling confused, exhausted, alone, unbalanced, or disconnected. Maybe you are looking for support, connection, and guidance in constructing a roadmap forward. This is where I can be of help. I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing anxiety and stress-related disorders; I have a particular interest in serving survivors of childhood abuse/neglect and sexual violence.
As you navigate the complex challenges of life, you may come to a place where you feel stuck or wonder how to proceed through a difficult time. Perhaps you are grieving a loss or burdened by the lingering effects of a traumatic experience. You might be feeling confused, exhausted, alone, unbalanced, or disconnected. Maybe you are looking for support, connection, and guidance in constructing a roadmap forward. This is where I can be of help. I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing anxiety and stress-related disorders; I have a particular interest in serving survivors of childhood abuse/neglect and sexual violence.
Your symptoms didn’t come out of nowhere—they developed in response to what you’ve lived through.
Adaptations. Chronic pain, chronic illness, grief, depression, exhaustion—after years of stress, loss, displacement, or having to be strong for too long.
Some of the people I work with are navigating an invisible weight of cultural rupture & survival.
Others live in bodies that hurt, are uncooperative & feel unfamiliar due to illness or trauma & systems that didn’t recognize their needs.
You may be told:
“Nothing is wrong” — yet the pain persists.
“Just manage stress” — without guidance.
“Try harder” — despite being depleted.
Your symptoms didn’t come out of nowhere—they developed in response to what you’ve lived through.
Adaptations. Chronic pain, chronic illness, grief, depression, exhaustion—after years of stress, loss, displacement, or having to be strong for too long.
Some of the people I work with are navigating an invisible weight of cultural rupture & survival.
Others live in bodies that hurt, are uncooperative & feel unfamiliar due to illness or trauma & systems that didn’t recognize their needs.
You may be told:
“Nothing is wrong” — yet the pain persists.
“Just manage stress” — without guidance.
“Try harder” — despite being depleted.
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Counseling Associates for Well-Being
2298 Brockett Road
Tucker, GA 30084
(706) 425-8900Email Us