Therapists in Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA
Dr. Adam Albrite
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Not accepting new clients
If feeling burned out or stuck is what brought you here—you’re in the right place. I support folks dealing with stress, relationship bumps, overwhelming emotions, and those who need to make changes in their life or career. Many who work with me consider themselves perfectionists, disenfranchised, people-pleasers, over-thinkers, and imposters. Truth is, I’m here for the wounded hearts who fear they won't heal; those who have known pain so intensely that life without it seems unimaginable. You don’t have to carry this alone—we’re just not wired for that.
If feeling burned out or stuck is what brought you here—you’re in the right place. I support folks dealing with stress, relationship bumps, overwhelming emotions, and those who need to make changes in their life or career. Many who work with me consider themselves perfectionists, disenfranchised, people-pleasers, over-thinkers, and imposters. Truth is, I’m here for the wounded hearts who fear they won't heal; those who have known pain so intensely that life without it seems unimaginable. You don’t have to carry this alone—we’re just not wired for that.
Joy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Not accepting new clients
The truth is, you're a total badass who has been pushing through pain and difficulty most of your life. Most people around you don't notice that you’re struggling, because you've been holding it all together so long. But all the struggle and the work to keep it "under wraps" is starting to wear on you. You're tired. You might feel numb and struggle to connect with those you love or feel constantly on-edge or anxious. You may even have flashbacks of your worst moments or developed chronic pain or syndromes. It's starting to feel impossible to keep "holding it all together."
The truth is, you're a total badass who has been pushing through pain and difficulty most of your life. Most people around you don't notice that you’re struggling, because you've been holding it all together so long. But all the struggle and the work to keep it "under wraps" is starting to wear on you. You're tired. You might feel numb and struggle to connect with those you love or feel constantly on-edge or anxious. You may even have flashbacks of your worst moments or developed chronic pain or syndromes. It's starting to feel impossible to keep "holding it all together."
Sarah Larkin Birdsong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, MA, EdM, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Available for anyone in Georgia or New York. Specializing in couples and individuals, I consider counseling a collaborative practice in communication and connection. You set the goals, my job is to create an accepting and supportive space to process loss, heal trauma, manage stress, make strong decisions, and better understand relationships. Drawing from different disciplines to treat the whole person. Integrating mindfulness, spotting patterns, reflecting back what I see, and offering psycho-education when desired. I am transparent, honest, and will call it as I see it, but always defer to you as the expert.
Available for anyone in Georgia or New York. Specializing in couples and individuals, I consider counseling a collaborative practice in communication and connection. You set the goals, my job is to create an accepting and supportive space to process loss, heal trauma, manage stress, make strong decisions, and better understand relationships. Drawing from different disciplines to treat the whole person. Integrating mindfulness, spotting patterns, reflecting back what I see, and offering psycho-education when desired. I am transparent, honest, and will call it as I see it, but always defer to you as the expert.
Matt Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
My goal as your therapist is to help you identify and connect with your personal goals and values in order to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I specialize in helping clients learn how to overcome depression, manage anxiety, reduce or eliminate problems related to drug and alcohol abuse, and improve social and relationship skills.
My goal as your therapist is to help you identify and connect with your personal goals and values in order to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I specialize in helping clients learn how to overcome depression, manage anxiety, reduce or eliminate problems related to drug and alcohol abuse, and improve social and relationship skills.
One of the hardest parts of therapy is making that first call. You’re realizing that something needs to change in your life or maybe you’ve been thinking about therapy for a while and now you’re having to find that right fit on your own. It can feel difficult to make those moves, especially when you’re feeling down or lost. You deserve to feel heard, held, and empowered. Often, we find ourselves in patterns that we desperately want out of. I work with individuals who struggle to cope emotionally.
One of the hardest parts of therapy is making that first call. You’re realizing that something needs to change in your life or maybe you’ve been thinking about therapy for a while and now you’re having to find that right fit on your own. It can feel difficult to make those moves, especially when you’re feeling down or lost. You deserve to feel heard, held, and empowered. Often, we find ourselves in patterns that we desperately want out of. I work with individuals who struggle to cope emotionally.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples to shift from an insecure to secure attachment style. A person struggling with insecure attachment experiences anxiety, avoidance, or both, making it difficult to create and maintain close relationships. Past experiences and lack of relationship skill prevents healthy, intimate relationships from forming. Developing a secure attachment style opens the door to confidently be yourself, healthfully connect with others, communicate to get your needs met, and meet the needs of others.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples to shift from an insecure to secure attachment style. A person struggling with insecure attachment experiences anxiety, avoidance, or both, making it difficult to create and maintain close relationships. Past experiences and lack of relationship skill prevents healthy, intimate relationships from forming. Developing a secure attachment style opens the door to confidently be yourself, healthfully connect with others, communicate to get your needs met, and meet the needs of others.
Robert W Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Committed love relationships are the most powerful and prized of all human healing. Yet, for many, being in a relationship can bring frustration as well as comfort, heartache as well as joy. My specialty is to help couples improve and connect through proven processes and tools developed by Dr Harville Hendrix, author of the seminal New York Times Best Seller, Getting The Love You Want: a guide for couples. As a Certified Imago Therapist and Workshop Presenter, I help couples regain the safety, compassion and energy that brought them together in the first place.
Committed love relationships are the most powerful and prized of all human healing. Yet, for many, being in a relationship can bring frustration as well as comfort, heartache as well as joy. My specialty is to help couples improve and connect through proven processes and tools developed by Dr Harville Hendrix, author of the seminal New York Times Best Seller, Getting The Love You Want: a guide for couples. As a Certified Imago Therapist and Workshop Presenter, I help couples regain the safety, compassion and energy that brought them together in the first place.
Brittany Presley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCH
Verified Verified
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you're looking to come back after taking a break, I'm so glad you're here. If you are experiencing burn out, stress, feel lost, struggling with relationships and feel disconnected, I am here to help. I specialize in treating ADHD and also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, trauma, stress, burn out, autism, depression, grief, self-esteem, women's issues, relationship issues, and life transitions. I'm also a certified clinical hypnotherapist which I offer for both in person and virtual clients.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you're looking to come back after taking a break, I'm so glad you're here. If you are experiencing burn out, stress, feel lost, struggling with relationships and feel disconnected, I am here to help. I specialize in treating ADHD and also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, trauma, stress, burn out, autism, depression, grief, self-esteem, women's issues, relationship issues, and life transitions. I'm also a certified clinical hypnotherapist which I offer for both in person and virtual clients.
Laura McNulty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Mental, physical and emotional distress often contain important clues to imbalance in your life. Learning to listen to yourself, with the active support of a trusted therapeutic relationship, can help you to become unstuck and live with greater ease. With this support, you are able to understand the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in your life. You begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of your past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement.
Mental, physical and emotional distress often contain important clues to imbalance in your life. Learning to listen to yourself, with the active support of a trusted therapeutic relationship, can help you to become unstuck and live with greater ease. With this support, you are able to understand the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in your life. You begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of your past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement.
Destiny Winters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
How Therapy Can Help with Chronic Pain and Illness - There's so much about living with chronic pain/illness that's unknown & that we can't control, but there's also a ton of personal development that can be done to help us live happier and more meaningful lives despite living with pain. When you're struggling with physical discomfort, emotional distress, traumatic experiences, and/or relationship difficulties, my therapy intensives can help get you out of fight/fight & into secure relationships with vourself & others.
How Therapy Can Help with Chronic Pain and Illness - There's so much about living with chronic pain/illness that's unknown & that we can't control, but there's also a ton of personal development that can be done to help us live happier and more meaningful lives despite living with pain. When you're struggling with physical discomfort, emotional distress, traumatic experiences, and/or relationship difficulties, my therapy intensives can help get you out of fight/fight & into secure relationships with vourself & others.
Heidi M Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
At Atlanta CBT, I help adults with anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness training. In addition to those core areas of focus, I am a seasoned therapist also possessing skills and experience to guide adults through grief, spiritual exploration, parenting, family relationships, adjusting to life’s stressors, and issues associated with diversity and inclusion.
At Atlanta CBT, I help adults with anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness training. In addition to those core areas of focus, I am a seasoned therapist also possessing skills and experience to guide adults through grief, spiritual exploration, parenting, family relationships, adjusting to life’s stressors, and issues associated with diversity and inclusion.
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Zandra Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
Day to day life can be really hard! We're all doing the best we know how, but certain times it feels like something might be missing. We all need support in different areas to navigate our personal struggles from depression, anxiety, stress management, behavioral issues, or family communication challenges. I believe in empowering you to identify what your hopeful future and goals look like and helping you to get there in a healthy way. By focusing on these goals, your strengths, and family history, I'll support you towards growth, healing, and healthy relationships.
Day to day life can be really hard! We're all doing the best we know how, but certain times it feels like something might be missing. We all need support in different areas to navigate our personal struggles from depression, anxiety, stress management, behavioral issues, or family communication challenges. I believe in empowering you to identify what your hopeful future and goals look like and helping you to get there in a healthy way. By focusing on these goals, your strengths, and family history, I'll support you towards growth, healing, and healthy relationships.
During these tumultuous times, our mental health is more essential now than ever before. There's no time like the present to put your emotional and mental health at the forefront. My work includes working with children, adolescents and young adults (ages 5 through 25) of Black,Brown & other marginalized communities to end toxic generational cycles of trauma and unhealthy patterns to increase wholeness & unity. If you are struggling with complex or multigenerational trauma, mood disorders, anger management, life transitions, history of abuse, academic concerns, give me a call or email me. Please leave a voicemail if I miss your call
During these tumultuous times, our mental health is more essential now than ever before. There's no time like the present to put your emotional and mental health at the forefront. My work includes working with children, adolescents and young adults (ages 5 through 25) of Black,Brown & other marginalized communities to end toxic generational cycles of trauma and unhealthy patterns to increase wholeness & unity. If you are struggling with complex or multigenerational trauma, mood disorders, anger management, life transitions, history of abuse, academic concerns, give me a call or email me. Please leave a voicemail if I miss your call
I am an ABPP certified psychologist providing evidence-based psychotherapy to people ages 17+. Having practiced in Georgia since 2007 when I completed my postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Emory University, I've worked in private practice and hospital settings for 15+ years treating depression, anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias, and chronic worry/GAD), PTSD and other trauma or grief related issues, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and issues related to meaning/purpose and existential distress. I work with individuals from late adolescence through older adulthood across the continua of gender, ethnicity, and faith.
I am an ABPP certified psychologist providing evidence-based psychotherapy to people ages 17+. Having practiced in Georgia since 2007 when I completed my postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Emory University, I've worked in private practice and hospital settings for 15+ years treating depression, anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias, and chronic worry/GAD), PTSD and other trauma or grief related issues, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and issues related to meaning/purpose and existential distress. I work with individuals from late adolescence through older adulthood across the continua of gender, ethnicity, and faith.
Living Well Integrative Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT200, MBA
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi! My name is Juanita Davis and I’m the founder of Living Well Integrative Counseling. I’m passionate about helping women learn healthy ways of being. Whether you’re struggling with depression due to a life transition, have low energy and poor motivation to make necessary changes, or just feel stuck and off balance, I’m here to help. I understand how important it is to have someone in your corner.
Hi! My name is Juanita Davis and I’m the founder of Living Well Integrative Counseling. I’m passionate about helping women learn healthy ways of being. Whether you’re struggling with depression due to a life transition, have low energy and poor motivation to make necessary changes, or just feel stuck and off balance, I’m here to help. I understand how important it is to have someone in your corner.
Louise Northcutt
Counselor, MS, LPC, ACHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
The personal development work we do together gets to the source of your discomfort and unwanted behaviors. Insights gained through our inquiry and conversation give you new ways of creating a life of your choosing. I love working with clients who are committed to creating better relationships, and a deeply satisfying life. It is a privilege to do this work. I honor you for the courage and commitment it takes to do deep personal self-care. The path to wholeness takes many steps, and you can go far with this life, when you actively choose. Are you someone who has challenges in relationship or feels out of control with a behavior?
The personal development work we do together gets to the source of your discomfort and unwanted behaviors. Insights gained through our inquiry and conversation give you new ways of creating a life of your choosing. I love working with clients who are committed to creating better relationships, and a deeply satisfying life. It is a privilege to do this work. I honor you for the courage and commitment it takes to do deep personal self-care. The path to wholeness takes many steps, and you can go far with this life, when you actively choose. Are you someone who has challenges in relationship or feels out of control with a behavior?
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Telehealth Openings: Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or dissatisfied with your life? Are you trying to adjust to a change (e.g., break up, job change, grief)? Are you haunted by trauma or experiencing PTSD symptoms? Any of these can make daily life incredibly challenging and emotionally painful or lead to numbness. Perhaps you’ve tried different strategies on your own but still don’t feel better. I can help you work through your situation so that you feel less overwhelmed, more at peace and in control, and better able to focus on the best path forward for you. We can work together to help you feel better. www.anniebollini.com
Therapy with Joy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
It feels so tough to accept that you're only human and you might be struggling to reach your goals or with dealing with tough changes, even with the work and effort you've been putting in to yourself. Despite going through your day-to-day with life and work, it's been intense and sometimes feels like you're still on autopilot. You can see how your experience with past trauma has affected you. You've been working on yourself, and you're looking for a deeper way to address your pain. You're ready to take the next step to continue supporting your self-growth and change journey. If this resonates with you- you're in the right place!
It feels so tough to accept that you're only human and you might be struggling to reach your goals or with dealing with tough changes, even with the work and effort you've been putting in to yourself. Despite going through your day-to-day with life and work, it's been intense and sometimes feels like you're still on autopilot. You can see how your experience with past trauma has affected you. You've been working on yourself, and you're looking for a deeper way to address your pain. You're ready to take the next step to continue supporting your self-growth and change journey. If this resonates with you- you're in the right place!
Leah Farrell-Carnahan
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
I am a seasoned psychologist with offices in Atlanta, Georgia and Richmond, Virginia. I also offer telehealth services to 42 states. I partner with my clients to help them improve wellbeing and live a meaningful life. We use integrative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
I am a seasoned psychologist with offices in Atlanta, Georgia and Richmond, Virginia. I also offer telehealth services to 42 states. I partner with my clients to help them improve wellbeing and live a meaningful life. We use integrative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA
30+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
81% | Women's Issues |
81% | Life Transitions |
78% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Aetna |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
63% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Atlanta-Inman Park, Atlanta, GA see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
10% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
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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.
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’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.
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.
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.
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.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
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.
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.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.