Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Athens, GA

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Amy Davis
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
Meet Amy Davis, a Georgia native, and a heart for helping others. She has always had a passion to be a voice for the voiceless. Amy provides ABA therapy to individuals with special needs between the ages of 2-18 years of age. Some areas that can be targeted during therapy are increased communication (through words, pictures, signs, or augmented communication devices), daily living skills, social skills, and behavior replacement strategies to reduce hitting, yelling, running away, and more. Amy works with caregivers and the client to increase their quality of life.
Meet Amy Davis, a Georgia native, and a heart for helping others. She has always had a passion to be a voice for the voiceless. Amy provides ABA therapy to individuals with special needs between the ages of 2-18 years of age. Some areas that can be targeted during therapy are increased communication (through words, pictures, signs, or augmented communication devices), daily living skills, social skills, and behavior replacement strategies to reduce hitting, yelling, running away, and more. Amy works with caregivers and the client to increase their quality of life.
(828) 633-4912 View (828) 633-4912
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Behavior Link
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently the clinical director of an Autism clinic in Watkinsville GA called BehaviorLink that primarily serves younger children in an early intervention setting. The bulk of my experience is with children that have a diagnosis of Autism. I enjoy working with families to develop treatment goals and behavior plans that can support them in the home, community and school setting.
I am currently the clinical director of an Autism clinic in Watkinsville GA called BehaviorLink that primarily serves younger children in an early intervention setting. The bulk of my experience is with children that have a diagnosis of Autism. I enjoy working with families to develop treatment goals and behavior plans that can support them in the home, community and school setting.
(619) 494-3455 View (619) 494-3455
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Cheryl Lockett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Serves Area
My name is Dr. Lockett, I am a clinical therapist and also a non-profit organization( MIND Family & Social Services, Inc). We provide counseling and community intervention to adults and children. Our focus is on diffusing the current crisis/situation, evaluate its nature to reduce the likelihood of the re-occurrence. Our aim is to ensure clinical appropriateness of services provided, improve client's ability to care for self and family and ensure linkage to community resources.
My name is Dr. Lockett, I am a clinical therapist and also a non-profit organization( MIND Family & Social Services, Inc). We provide counseling and community intervention to adults and children. Our focus is on diffusing the current crisis/situation, evaluate its nature to reduce the likelihood of the re-occurrence. Our aim is to ensure clinical appropriateness of services provided, improve client's ability to care for self and family and ensure linkage to community resources.
(470) 264-5184 View (470) 264-5184

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Kaela Holt
Counselor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating the world is tough enough, but when you add being Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a single parent, a minority, or any number of marginalized identities on top of it the weight can appear unbearable. The effect our individual identities can have on our home life, job, social life, and our very sense of self can make dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, or engaging in self-care seem like a daunting task. We all strive for whole wellness but that looks different for everybody. The whole wellness you desire is not out of reach.
Navigating the world is tough enough, but when you add being Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a single parent, a minority, or any number of marginalized identities on top of it the weight can appear unbearable. The effect our individual identities can have on our home life, job, social life, and our very sense of self can make dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, or engaging in self-care seem like a daunting task. We all strive for whole wellness but that looks different for everybody. The whole wellness you desire is not out of reach.
(470) 684-3935 View (470) 684-3935
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Kelly Dickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
I have over 13 years of experience in providing mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. I have studied social work at both Georgia State University and the University of Georgia, graduating with my Masters in Social Work in 2014. I have experience working with a variety of evidence based practices and curriculums, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Cognitive Behavior Interventions for Substance Abuse (CBI-SA), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Strengthening Families.
I have over 13 years of experience in providing mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. I have studied social work at both Georgia State University and the University of Georgia, graduating with my Masters in Social Work in 2014. I have experience working with a variety of evidence based practices and curriculums, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Cognitive Behavior Interventions for Substance Abuse (CBI-SA), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Strengthening Families.
(770) 637-6532 View (770) 637-6532
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Aspire Therapy Group
Verified Verified
Loganville, GA 30052
Aspire Therapy Group offers individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our ABA therapy services in Georgia focus on helping these children grow into thriving adults by improving their communication, social, functional, and other vital skills. Our specialty extends to individuals from birth to age 21. Our team of board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) will develop custom programs to address each child’s needs. With our dedication and collaborative approach, we will guide everyone under our care to shine and succeed in their respective walks of life.
Aspire Therapy Group offers individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our ABA therapy services in Georgia focus on helping these children grow into thriving adults by improving their communication, social, functional, and other vital skills. Our specialty extends to individuals from birth to age 21. Our team of board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) will develop custom programs to address each child’s needs. With our dedication and collaborative approach, we will guide everyone under our care to shine and succeed in their respective walks of life.
(678) 946-2791 View (678) 946-2791
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Fairclough Behavior Services LLC
Verified Verified
Loganville, GA 30052
Greetings! I'm Jaun Paul Fairclough, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, with 15 years of experience in special education. I'm specially trained to work with children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I provide in-home or school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. I specialize in language, social skills, as well as the reduction of challenging behaviors for children ages 2-18.
Greetings! I'm Jaun Paul Fairclough, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, with 15 years of experience in special education. I'm specially trained to work with children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I provide in-home or school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. I specialize in language, social skills, as well as the reduction of challenging behaviors for children ages 2-18.
(770) 809-6944 View (770) 809-6944
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Bridget Taylor
Counselor, MA
1 Endorsed
Madison, GA 30650
Do you feel that no one understands what you're going through? Are you overwhelmed by the responsibility and stress of daily life? Or is there unprocessed trauma that you want to address? No matter the issue, I am here for you. I am no expert on your life but I can walk alongside you on your journey of healing and improvement. There is no issue too grand or too small, all that's needed is a commitment to openness and genuineness.
Do you feel that no one understands what you're going through? Are you overwhelmed by the responsibility and stress of daily life? Or is there unprocessed trauma that you want to address? No matter the issue, I am here for you. I am no expert on your life but I can walk alongside you on your journey of healing and improvement. There is no issue too grand or too small, all that's needed is a commitment to openness and genuineness.
(770) 692-1413 View (770) 692-1413

Online Therapists

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Katie Darby
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, RBT
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral challenges, and executive functioning difficulties. Many of the clients I support are bright and capable but feel stuck in cycles of worry, avoidance, big emotions, or feeling misunderstood. I have a special interest in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, and neurodivergent individuals. I also partner closely with parents, helping them understand what’s driving their child’s behavior and how to respond in ways that support long-term growth.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral challenges, and executive functioning difficulties. Many of the clients I support are bright and capable but feel stuck in cycles of worry, avoidance, big emotions, or feeling misunderstood. I have a special interest in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, and neurodivergent individuals. I also partner closely with parents, helping them understand what’s driving their child’s behavior and how to respond in ways that support long-term growth.
(678) 726-5873 View (678) 726-5873
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Dr. Shannon Renard Wilkerson
Counselor, EdD, LPC, ACS, CPCS, NCC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Shannon Wilkerson is a Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. Shannon received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Behavior Analysis from Savannah State University (Savannah, GA) and Masters of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of West Georgia (Carrollton, GA). Shannon has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. He has worked in psychiatric treatment residential facilities, CORE services, and school settings. Shannon's current areas of expertise is with children, adolescents, and adults.
Shannon Wilkerson is a Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. Shannon received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Behavior Analysis from Savannah State University (Savannah, GA) and Masters of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of West Georgia (Carrollton, GA). Shannon has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. He has worked in psychiatric treatment residential facilities, CORE services, and school settings. Shannon's current areas of expertise is with children, adolescents, and adults.
(470) 898-5507 View (470) 898-5507
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Tucker Psychological Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Tucker Psychological Services helps individuals and healthy families overcome behavioral and psychological barriers, life's circumstances, and other crises that challenge their daily lives through our experience and compassionate approach.
Tucker Psychological Services helps individuals and healthy families overcome behavioral and psychological barriers, life's circumstances, and other crises that challenge their daily lives through our experience and compassionate approach.
(678) 685-9986 View (678) 685-9986
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Cynthia M Ward
Psychologist, PsyD
Roswell, GA 30076
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in health psychology. I provide assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, adults and families coping with acute and chronic medical conditions, injuries, and related emotional, and behavioral disorders. I take a skills-based approach to help individuals and families learn strategies to improve functioning and well-being. I work to optimize physical, behavioral, emotional, and social health to make living with medical conditions easier and treat co-occurring stress, anxiety, mood, and behavioral sequelae.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in health psychology. I provide assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, adults and families coping with acute and chronic medical conditions, injuries, and related emotional, and behavioral disorders. I take a skills-based approach to help individuals and families learn strategies to improve functioning and well-being. I work to optimize physical, behavioral, emotional, and social health to make living with medical conditions easier and treat co-occurring stress, anxiety, mood, and behavioral sequelae.
(404) 649-5793 View (404) 649-5793
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Aliento Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, MSW
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Tel. 470-696-5526 Si estas buscando alguien que hable español, que más que entender tu lenguaje y tu cultura entienda tu corazón, has llegado al lugar correcto. Sabemos que es difícil buscar la paz y no encontrarla, y sentirte que todo lo que soñaste está derribado. Permítenos darte la mano para que vuelvas a descubrir la esperanza que tanto anhelas, y que tanto necesitas. Por más de 18 años nos hemos especializado en servir la población hispana tanto individuos, parejas, niños y adolescentes reconstruyendo la esperanza, dando aliento al corazón. Tenemos terapeuta mujer y terapeuta hombre.
Tel. 470-696-5526 Si estas buscando alguien que hable español, que más que entender tu lenguaje y tu cultura entienda tu corazón, has llegado al lugar correcto. Sabemos que es difícil buscar la paz y no encontrarla, y sentirte que todo lo que soñaste está derribado. Permítenos darte la mano para que vuelvas a descubrir la esperanza que tanto anhelas, y que tanto necesitas. Por más de 18 años nos hemos especializado en servir la población hispana tanto individuos, parejas, niños y adolescentes reconstruyendo la esperanza, dando aliento al corazón. Tenemos terapeuta mujer y terapeuta hombre.
(404) 383-0162 View (404) 383-0162
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Iolanda L Da Luz
Counselor
Online Only
Are you in need of someone to listen to? A place where you can speak out loud your pain without feeling judged, belittled or alone? Do you find yourself at times asking why me or what is wrong with me? Do you find yourself feeling confused, angry, sad, anxious, stuck. Do you get triggered and react in a manner in where you wished you didn't? Do you find yourself alone again with nobody to share your life with? Do you isolate yourself when things don't go right? Do you have past traumas and haven't yet learned how it affects you today? Can't sleep at night? Do you feel you are going out of your mind because your mind does not shut up
Are you in need of someone to listen to? A place where you can speak out loud your pain without feeling judged, belittled or alone? Do you find yourself at times asking why me or what is wrong with me? Do you find yourself feeling confused, angry, sad, anxious, stuck. Do you get triggered and react in a manner in where you wished you didn't? Do you find yourself alone again with nobody to share your life with? Do you isolate yourself when things don't go right? Do you have past traumas and haven't yet learned how it affects you today? Can't sleep at night? Do you feel you are going out of your mind because your mind does not shut up
(678) 619-0726 View (678) 619-0726
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Dustin Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Suwanee, GA 30024
Dustin works with individual adults and couples to address a wide range of needs, such as better understanding and managing reactive emotions that lead to negative interaction patterns and conflict. Navigating through grief and loss, work-life, balance, perfectionism, and motivation. Learning parenting skills/strategies, parenting a child on the autism spectrum or with ADHD. Management of adult ADHD symptoms and developing novel coping skills to emerging needs through stage of life changes. My client's goals are to understand why they feel the way they do and to improve communication and intimacy.
Dustin works with individual adults and couples to address a wide range of needs, such as better understanding and managing reactive emotions that lead to negative interaction patterns and conflict. Navigating through grief and loss, work-life, balance, perfectionism, and motivation. Learning parenting skills/strategies, parenting a child on the autism spectrum or with ADHD. Management of adult ADHD symptoms and developing novel coping skills to emerging needs through stage of life changes. My client's goals are to understand why they feel the way they do and to improve communication and intimacy.
(470) 748-3239 View (470) 748-3239
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Livi Westbrook (Attento)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Kennesaw, GA 30144
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I specialize in working with adolescents and adults to address difficulties related to anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, self-harm behaviors, and mood disorders through a trauma-informed approach. I utilize an integrative approach with the following modalities, as clinically appropriate: EMDR, CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, and SFT.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I specialize in working with adolescents and adults to address difficulties related to anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, self-harm behaviors, and mood disorders through a trauma-informed approach. I utilize an integrative approach with the following modalities, as clinically appropriate: EMDR, CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, and SFT.
(404) 856-6526 View (404) 856-6526
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Step It Up ABA
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30350
Raising a child is challenging. Raising a child with ASD can be overwhelming. You want your child to develop, NOT to be altered. You have many questions; We have the answers. Our passion is to guide you and your child through the maze of uncertainty. We provide you and your child with the tools and resources that your child needs to excel in their unique environment, background, and situation.
Raising a child is challenging. Raising a child with ASD can be overwhelming. You want your child to develop, NOT to be altered. You have many questions; We have the answers. Our passion is to guide you and your child through the maze of uncertainty. We provide you and your child with the tools and resources that your child needs to excel in their unique environment, background, and situation.
(470) 900-4882 View (470) 900-4882
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Sarah Lillian Charles
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Sarah Charles is a High-Performance Coach. She has worked with a wide variety of different organizations and populations including the U. S. Army, Transportation Security Administration, high-performance athletes and Indvidual looking for skills to achieve their goals both personally and professionally. I value knowledge, authenticity, improving employees, managers, executives, athletes, and coaches in achieving consistent high levels of performance, while thriving in adversity. I create an inclusive and collaborative consulting relationship that facilitates self-awareness in promoting growth and self-improvement.
Sarah Charles is a High-Performance Coach. She has worked with a wide variety of different organizations and populations including the U. S. Army, Transportation Security Administration, high-performance athletes and Indvidual looking for skills to achieve their goals both personally and professionally. I value knowledge, authenticity, improving employees, managers, executives, athletes, and coaches in achieving consistent high levels of performance, while thriving in adversity. I create an inclusive and collaborative consulting relationship that facilitates self-awareness in promoting growth and self-improvement.
(470) 745-2815 View (470) 745-2815
DH Therapy LLC
Occupational Therapist, Damir Hecimovic, OTR/L
Atlanta, GA 30338
Welcome to our world of pediatric therapy, where we're all about nurturing children to blossom into confident, independent individuals. We offer services for children and adolescents with different developmental disabilities including Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Sensory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Learning Difficulties, Emotional Regulation, Motor Skills and Coordination, and Language Disorder. We provide Occupational, Speech, Physical and ABA Therapy (children 1-21 years old) all in one center or via Telehealth. We are licensed TOMATIS method providers.
Welcome to our world of pediatric therapy, where we're all about nurturing children to blossom into confident, independent individuals. We offer services for children and adolescents with different developmental disabilities including Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Sensory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Learning Difficulties, Emotional Regulation, Motor Skills and Coordination, and Language Disorder. We provide Occupational, Speech, Physical and ABA Therapy (children 1-21 years old) all in one center or via Telehealth. We are licensed TOMATIS method providers.
(770) 691-0424 View (770) 691-0424
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Cherita Michelle Griffin
Counselor, LPCC-S, C-DBT, CMIP
Online Only
Exhausted from anxiety/trauma while crushing it at work and home? I help ambitious Individuals in Ohio regulate emotions, heal complex trauma, and lead confidently using culturally-attuned CBT, DBT skills, and mindfulness. Private pay for deeper, judgment-free work. Flexible telehealth. My work is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based care (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, somatic practices), but it always starts with you, your story, values, culture, and pace. We'll slow things down to understand what's driving your anxiety, depression, or trauma responses, then build practical tools for real life.
Exhausted from anxiety/trauma while crushing it at work and home? I help ambitious Individuals in Ohio regulate emotions, heal complex trauma, and lead confidently using culturally-attuned CBT, DBT skills, and mindfulness. Private pay for deeper, judgment-free work. Flexible telehealth. My work is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based care (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, somatic practices), but it always starts with you, your story, values, culture, and pace. We'll slow things down to understand what's driving your anxiety, depression, or trauma responses, then build practical tools for real life.
(470) 912-0746 View (470) 912-0746

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Who is ABA therapy for?
ABA therapy is most widely applied to teach basic behavioral, communication, and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. It may also be used to help people undergoing rehabilitation following brain injury. It uses reward-based learning techniques to impart essential life skills. ABA is also used in the treatment of some other conditions. One is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) , to help children overcome difficulties with concentration and controlling impulsive behaviors. For people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, it is sometimes used to help them overcome compulsive behavior. ABA therapy is also sometimes used in cases of PTSD, to help people turn to positive behaviours when they have experiences that trigger distressing memories.

Why do people need ABA?
Children with autism and other developmental disorders need ABA therapy as a way to learn how to communicate and engage with others, improve their general ability to function and lead fulfilling lives, and diminish dangerous behaviors. The techniques used in ABA therapy are based on established principles of learning, and positive reinforcement—supplying earned rewards—is an important strategy for motivating positive behaviour change.

What happens in ABA therapy?
The first thing that happens in ABA therapy is an evaluation of the child in service of developing a treatment plan. The therapist meets with the child’s parent(s) in order to learn about the family and the child, assesses the child’s behavior and ability level, and then creates a plan tailored to the specific needs of that person. Once the treatment goals are established, the skills to be learned are broken down into small, component steps. Treatment sessions focus on learning and practicing each step, and furnishing meaningful rewards as steps are learned, behaviors are spontaneously implemented, and goals are accomplished. ABA therapists also train caregivers and families so that behavioral progress occurs beyond the clinical setting.

What problems does ABA therapy treat?
One of the primary goals of ABA therapy is to decrease the outbursts and other nonproductive behaviors of children with autism. At the same time, ABA aims to remedy language deficits and help such children learn how to communicate successfully. ABA therapy helps children learn age-appropriate social skills and gain skills, such as attention and focus, that are necessary for school.