Therapists in Athens, GA

J. Kip Matthews
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed psychologist who focuses on the treatment of stress and relationship concerns. I place particular emphasis on valuing the strengths and diversity that each person brings to the counseling process. My therapeutic interventions are aimed at helping the individual to become more empowered through greater awareness and by helping her/him to have a greater sense of their own identity. It is my hope that counseling will facilitate life-long changes which will promote resilience and enhance abilities to cope with future life challenges.

Whitney Beeland
Counselor, MS, APC
Verified
Verified
I have experience assisting clients who are struggling with a number of life’s challenges, including but not limited to grief, anxiety, anger management, life transitions, and addiction. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe and accepting environment to facilitate the achievement of the client’s goals and growth.

Anchor Premier Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchor Premier Therapy LLC provides the highest quality therapy and consulting for athletes and veterans. Anchor Premier Therapy’s clinical social worker is a former collegiate athlete, and has 20 years of experience working with athletes. Anchor Premier Therapy’s co-founder is a Navy veteran who understands the unique challenges related to identity and transitioning to civilian life. Anchor Premier Therapy LLC provides compassionate, culturally competent, confidential care that is specially tailored to each clients needs. Serving clients in Georgia and North Carolina via telehealth.
Athens, GA 30605
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Katherine May
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
My name is Katherine May and I look forward to helping you create a life that is peaceful, fruitful, and full of beauty. I believe in helping people build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills. It can be difficult to open up and begin working on personal issues, and I like to tailor our therapy to the individual or family. I always welcome feedback about what is or is not helping. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, work or school stress, adjustment issues, and life transition issues. I love Athens and my work with both residents and UGA students and staff!

Nile Sedgwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I provide psychotherapy in the Athens area, specializing in treating symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and substance use. I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community and with clients on the spectrum. Clients range from adolescent to adult.

Anna Wohleking
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
Anna Wohleking is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) in the state of Georgia who has over 8 years of experience partnering with children ages 4-18 and their families who are seeking help with ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, foster care, depression, anger management, mood disorders, and grief or bereavement.
Not accepting new clients

Athens Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified
Verified
People come to me feeling overwhelmed, confused, frustrated, and worn out. My goal is to provide compassionate support to my clients during painful transitions, help them gain clarity, develop coping tools, and improve communication skills. Couples come to me feeling disconnected and resentful. I help partners learn new, effective ways to communicate. I build on couples' strengths to help them find a fun, passionate, and intimate way of living. Parents come to me feeling heartbroken and confused by their interactions with their children. I help parents heal their own childhood wounds so that they can parent in a loving way.

Alan McArthur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CPS-MH
Verified
Verified
I work with teen-age and adult Individuals, Couples, LGBTQIA+, and Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault (and their parents/partners/families). My therapy practice focuses on clients with chief complaints of Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, LGBTQIA+ issues, Sex & Sexuality, Addictions, and Death, Dying, Grief & Loss.

Ellen Pauloski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life can often feel messy and chaotic. My passion is to help bring order out of chaos to facilitate growth and peace. Many of my clients present with concerns related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stressful life transitions and circumstances, perinatal mental health concerns, or they report feeling a little “off” and are seeking help to feel more like themselves again. I work best with clients who are engaged and motivated to see changes in their lives, and I have a great love for coming alongside people to help them move towards becoming the best version of themselves.

Yessica Ross
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
The quality of our relationships and our sense of being connected to others and to our community is often at the heart of our well-being. We all want to feel safe, and loved and have a sense of meaning. I know at times it can feel that our challenges are too overwhelming. I want to provide a safe and welcoming space for you to face your fears and make real and positive changes. If you are struggling with grief, having a hard time with life changes, feeling anxious or depressed, not feeling great about yourself or your relationships with the important people in your life, I am here to help you find healing and offer you guidance.

Dylan Kerlin
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my practice! I am a psychotherapist working with individuals 18+ experiencing anxiety and depression related to identity development, relationship stress, career/academic shifts, and/or life changes. Overwhelm, mood changes, and even apathy can be signs that we've exhausted our coping resources and need a new approach to define our sense of self and place in the world. My goal is to provide safe and supportive space for clients to explore their feelings, develop coping skills, achieve goals, and navigate life transitions with confidence.
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Kirsti Kreutzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Therapist and have been providing mental health services for 6 years in outpatient and in home settings. I see individuals, families and I address ADHD, addiction/substance abuse, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, LGBTQ Identity.
Not accepting new clients

Jamie M Israel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! Maybe you landed on this page in hopes of exploring your sexuality, or you'd like help resolving difficulties in your relationships, or you want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Whatever brought you here, welcome! My approach is process-oriented - I love discovering the complexities of each individual, while also incorporating life skills to support growth and healing. In my experience, therapy is most effective when both the therapist & the client are committed to the therapeutic process - I find that the clients who are actively engaged in sessions tend to have the greatest successes.
Not accepting new clients

Will Warren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Will Warren and I am passionate about helping people create change. I am a nationally board-certified counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10+ years of experience working in the areas of mental health, substance use, and relationship counseling. I am an attachment-focused therapist, meaning that I believe strong, connected relationships are our greatest resources for happiness, security, and meaning. However, for many of us, our relationships are also our greatest source of pain and disconnection, leaving us feeling depressed, lonely, and, perhaps, seeking comfort through numbing

Shannon Millan
Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Shannon received her Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from The University of Alabama. She did her internship in Athens, GA and has continued her career here in The Classic City. Shannon has worked primarily with elementary school aged clients, including providing counseling services in a local elementary school. She has worked in a variety of settings ranging from an intensive residential program to a local counseling practice.

Abundant Life Christian Counseling
Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We live in a hurting world and life is often complicated and painful. Thankfully we do not have to face our problems alone. I have 16 years of experience of walking with clients through painful situations. Drawing on my clinical skills and my faith in Christ, I help clients deal with issues of anxiety, depression, past trauma, and many other areas affecting their mental health.

Abigail Holbrook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you struggling to create a sense of calm in your life? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by a transition or painful life experience: family/relationship concerns, divorce, work change, going to college, identity questions, worry, sadness, grief, a trauma, or illness? Whatever you're facing, life's challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, yet there is wonderful potential for meaningful growth during and after the most challenging times.The support of a compassionate, accepting, and authentic therapist can be helpful as you travel this journey towards understanding and healing.

Amanda Carver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Do you feel like you're just going through the motions, or sinking in sadness and stress? Are your your relationships tense, distant, or non-existent? Are you struggling to find hope that life can feel good again, and love can be connected and safe?

Claire Nichols Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIRT
Verified
Verified
Relationships are a tremendous 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- affairs, divorce, friendships, work relationships, break-ups, step-family transitions, parent's divorce, dating, remarriage, parenting, business partnerships, coming out, feeling distant, feeling stuck, feeling insecure. In our relationships we have some unique, and powerful opportunities for healing, growth, and joy.

Cindy Branch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP, PAT
Verified
Verified
Have you ever thought "I JUST WANT TO BE HAPPY" ~or~ "ALL I WANT IS SOME PEACE IN MY LIFE" ??? Most of my clients want the same thing. The good news is I have helped them and I can help you! My clients are not broken. They are hurting, and together we move towards healing and finding solutions. I am eclectic in my approach, and often incorporate experiential methods to enhance traditional talk therapy which helps to deepen and expand the therapeutic process.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.