Alcohol Use Therapists in Athens, GA
My work centers on trauma and how people adapt to it. Recently, I have felt called to provide a safe haven for people who feel oppressed in our increasingly intolerant (and often violent) society, such as people of color and women. I know what it is like to be alone and feel unseen - even by family and friends. Have you been trading your authenticity for what you think is safety? That can be a dangerous situation. Let's get you back in line with your core values so you can start working toward the life you deserve.
My work centers on trauma and how people adapt to it. Recently, I have felt called to provide a safe haven for people who feel oppressed in our increasingly intolerant (and often violent) society, such as people of color and women. I know what it is like to be alone and feel unseen - even by family and friends. Have you been trading your authenticity for what you think is safety? That can be a dangerous situation. Let's get you back in line with your core values so you can start working toward the life you deserve.
I love working with adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is holistic, compassionate, and strengths-based, helping clients understand how past experiences shape the present while gently challenging patterns that no longer serve them. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where genuine support, creativity, and curiosity foster self-awareness, deeper connection, and meaningful, lasting growth.
I love working with adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is holistic, compassionate, and strengths-based, helping clients understand how past experiences shape the present while gently challenging patterns that no longer serve them. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where genuine support, creativity, and curiosity foster self-awareness, deeper connection, and meaningful, lasting growth.
Hi, I’m Ashley! I help people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges to find clarity, balance, and a renewed sense of control. Many of my clients come to me dealing with trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, or stress. Together, we work toward healing and building a life that feels more grounded and fulfilling. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and truly understood. You don’t have to have it all figured out; my role is to help you explore what’s going on beneath the surface, uncover your strengths, and support your growth every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Ashley! I help people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges to find clarity, balance, and a renewed sense of control. Many of my clients come to me dealing with trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, or stress. Together, we work toward healing and building a life that feels more grounded and fulfilling. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and truly understood. You don’t have to have it all figured out; my role is to help you explore what’s going on beneath the surface, uncover your strengths, and support your growth every step of the way.
Are you or a loved one: Dealing with issues of coming out or gender transition? A couple looking to adopt or blend a family? The parent of a child dealing with their sexuality? Coping with grief or trauma? Working through past or present abuse? Affected by substance use? I can help. For over 15 years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families seeking answers to questions like these. Your concerns are important. You deserve a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who understands them from day one.
Are you or a loved one: Dealing with issues of coming out or gender transition? A couple looking to adopt or blend a family? The parent of a child dealing with their sexuality? Coping with grief or trauma? Working through past or present abuse? Affected by substance use? I can help. For over 15 years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families seeking answers to questions like these. Your concerns are important. You deserve a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who understands them from day one.
Do you feel stuck managing anxiety, burnout, or stress while continuing to push through your day? Many people I work with are high functioning, responsible, and capable, yet feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. You may be navigating career burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or a major life transition and want support that actually helps you move forward.
Do you feel stuck managing anxiety, burnout, or stress while continuing to push through your day? Many people I work with are high functioning, responsible, and capable, yet feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. You may be navigating career burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or a major life transition and want support that actually helps you move forward.
I can create a nonjudgmental validating space for clients to process and express their needs and goals. Clients are the ‘master of their own experience’ and I can help them navigate how they want to write the next chapter. There is a time for mindfulness, time for cognitive reframing, and times where the best feedback is no feedback. There are various variables that can have someone seek therapy so I will maintain a trauma-informed and cultural competent approach. There is no ‘on sized’ fits all approach. I embrace that no client is the same and can use their own strengths to be a protective factor on their mental health journey.
I can create a nonjudgmental validating space for clients to process and express their needs and goals. Clients are the ‘master of their own experience’ and I can help them navigate how they want to write the next chapter. There is a time for mindfulness, time for cognitive reframing, and times where the best feedback is no feedback. There are various variables that can have someone seek therapy so I will maintain a trauma-informed and cultural competent approach. There is no ‘on sized’ fits all approach. I embrace that no client is the same and can use their own strengths to be a protective factor on their mental health journey.
I am passionate about helping individuals to transform areas of their life where they have been feeling stuck or experiencing challenges. I work with clients with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, and spiritual counseling. I have a relaxed, open and collaborative style of working and connecting. I focus on understanding what has affected your life and the resulting emotions. Our focus together is to clear negative thinking and beliefs to shift the way you experience life in a way that works for you.
I am passionate about helping individuals to transform areas of their life where they have been feeling stuck or experiencing challenges. I work with clients with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, and spiritual counseling. I have a relaxed, open and collaborative style of working and connecting. I focus on understanding what has affected your life and the resulting emotions. Our focus together is to clear negative thinking and beliefs to shift the way you experience life in a way that works for you.
At Meristem Therapy Services, we know that change is difficult no matter how young or old we may feel or be. The journey of your change is what we look forward to exploring with you, no matter how quickly or how long it may take. That exploration will work towards learning self-affirming ways that you can cope with challenges and become a stronger, more self-assured and resilient person. Robert's clinical style is person-centered, identity-affirming, and culturally responsive that informs how your work together can help you effectively navigate the complexities of your life.
At Meristem Therapy Services, we know that change is difficult no matter how young or old we may feel or be. The journey of your change is what we look forward to exploring with you, no matter how quickly or how long it may take. That exploration will work towards learning self-affirming ways that you can cope with challenges and become a stronger, more self-assured and resilient person. Robert's clinical style is person-centered, identity-affirming, and culturally responsive that informs how your work together can help you effectively navigate the complexities of your life.
Athens Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Athens, GA 30606
Not accepting new clients
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.
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.
Stephanie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Struggling with OCD, PTSD, panic, or anxiety? Your mind won’t stop racing, your confidence is shaken, and you’re exhausted—mentally and physically. You're stuck in a cycle of overthinking, self-doubt, and worry, and it's starting to affect your relationships, work, and daily life. The things that used to help—distractions, pushing through, or leaning on others—just aren’t working anymore. You've tried therapy, maybe dipped your toes in, but now you're ready to dive deeper, break free from the past, and take control of your healing journey once and for all.
Struggling with OCD, PTSD, panic, or anxiety? Your mind won’t stop racing, your confidence is shaken, and you’re exhausted—mentally and physically. You're stuck in a cycle of overthinking, self-doubt, and worry, and it's starting to affect your relationships, work, and daily life. The things that used to help—distractions, pushing through, or leaning on others—just aren’t working anymore. You've tried therapy, maybe dipped your toes in, but now you're ready to dive deeper, break free from the past, and take control of your healing journey once and for all.
My name is Akilah, and I’m passionate about supporting my clients in finding peace and resilience amidst the chaos life can throw at us. I enjoy working with Teens, Young Adults, Elders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, BIPOC individuals, and non-BIPOC individuals alike. I’m especially passionate about working with those who may be resistant to therapy or who have found themselves wanting to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their way of thinking, and their way of acting.
My name is Akilah, and I’m passionate about supporting my clients in finding peace and resilience amidst the chaos life can throw at us. I enjoy working with Teens, Young Adults, Elders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, BIPOC individuals, and non-BIPOC individuals alike. I’m especially passionate about working with those who may be resistant to therapy or who have found themselves wanting to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their way of thinking, and their way of acting.
