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Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Available both in-person and online
2001 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW ste 210 Atlanta, GA 30310

Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Desirea Russell is a licensed professional counselor and certified rehabilitation counselor. Her passion is helping others by providing quality psychotherapy for those seeking help. She primarily uses the following theoretical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy. Her clinical areas of specialty include individual and couples counseling, women’s issues, trauma, sexuality, addiction, depression, and anxiety. She likes to create a safe, judgment-free environment where clients can feel comfortable being whoever they are and freely express themselves.
Take the first step to help. Call or Desirea Russell now - (470) 412-9149

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2001 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW

ste 210

Atlanta, GA 30310 map

(470) 412-9149
My website
During your first visit, we'll discuss your expectations, complete an initial intake, and begin creating a vision for your future.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (470) 412-9149
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2001 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW

ste 210

Atlanta, GA 30310 map

(470) 412-9149
My website
During your first visit, we'll discuss your expectations, complete an initial intake, and begin creating a vision for your future.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Coventry
  • Evry Health
  • First Health
  • Geisinger
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Meritain Health
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Sidecar Health
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
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I see my clients through Rula and they handle billing and insurance. They work with over 120 insurers and help make costs simple and transparent. You'll get a personalized breakdown of what you'll pay before your first session with me.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149
"
I see my clients through Rula and they handle billing and insurance. They work with over 120 insurers and help make costs simple and transparent. You'll get a personalized breakdown of what you'll pay before your first session with me.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / LPC009974 Desirea Russell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Master of Science (MS), Graduated 2007
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Georgia Bachelor of Arts (BA) / 2005
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I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy to help clients identify patterns, clarify goals, and develop practical strategies for change.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149
"
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy to help clients identify patterns, clarify goals, and develop practical strategies for change.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adolescents/Teens
  • Anger Management
  • Career Counseling
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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My clinical areas of specialty include individual and couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, sexuality, addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149
"
My clinical areas of specialty include individual and couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, sexuality, addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused
  • Trauma Focused
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I create a safe, judgment-free environment where you can feel comfortable being whoever you are and freely express yourself.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149
"
I create a safe, judgment-free environment where you can feel comfortable being whoever you are and freely express yourself.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (470) 412-9149

Location

Primary Location

2001 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW

ste 210

Atlanta, GA 30310

(470) 412-9149

Nearby Areas

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During your first visit, we'll discuss your expectations, complete an initial intake, and begin creating a vision for your future.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (470) 412-9149
"
During your first visit, we'll discuss your expectations, complete an initial intake, and begin creating a vision for your future.
Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Desirea Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (470) 412-9149