Aetna Therapists in Atlanta, GA

Is your spouse/partner tap dancing on your last nerve? Are you tired of having the same, exhausting fight with no resolution? If you feel numb, disconnected or fed up with your partner, there is hope to gaining clarity and resolution. I work with couples who love each other but feel "stuck". They wan't a healthy connection but have no clue on how to get there. We work together to navigate conflicts, process emotions and learn how to communicate honestly to avoid/repair resentment. Those skills require tools that many of us weren't taught. Now is the time to get the tools, and I can help you with that.

Hello. I completed my Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology with specializations in Clinical Neuropsychology and School Psychology at the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology at Widener University in Chester, PA. Before relocating to the Southeast, I completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Lenox Hill Hospital’s Center for Attention and Learning Disorders (CALD) in New York City. My primary areas of work include the evaluation of children, adolescents, and adults (individuals ages 2 to 90)

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC)and National Certified Counselor(NCC). I approach all sessions as an opportunity to contribute my therapeutic and clinical skills to support individuals in working through obstacles that hinder them from performing at their highest potential. I provide services for individuals experiencing many challenges that include but not limited to stress, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, trauma, special needs, and lack of self-awareness.

Are you ready to invest in yourself? You do know that you are worth it, right? As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy for adults, couples and children, I understand the benefits of taking care of self. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist that involves gaining insight, learning new skills and addressing behaviors to achieve the goals of therapy.

Are you feeling overwhelmed across different areas of your life? Does it feel like the smallest things are strongly affecting you? Are you noticing patterns when it comes to relationships that are negatively impacting you? Are experiences from your past negatively influencing your present and potential future? Is talking to your friends and family no longer helpful? Good news, you’re not alone in these feelings! Many people experience this cycle of emotional, mental and even physical exhaustion. More good news, you don’t have to stay in it or battle it alone!

I was trained in a humanistic therapeutic model. I believe in providing a judgement free environment where my clients can process and work towards solutions that will work for them. A good outcome for my clients would be to walk away with a greater sense of self and clearer understanding of themselves. I believe the client is the center of the goal setting process and I think it's important for the client to define what outcome they are seeking in counseling.

I specialize in providing a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment and my approach is deeply personal. I believe it is important to work with women to learn and identify how they are impacted by their life stories and personal history. Thus, I strongly believes that the power of a woman lies in her stories. Our work together will help you to identify what is helpful and what is causing harm in order to move forward with becoming your best self. I believe there is a significant connection between our minds and our bodies and utilize a holistic approach to move women through the challenges that hold them back.

My approach is about helping people make room for change in their lives. My personal and professional journey has centered on transformation and growth in people. I believe that our experiences and traumas are a result social interactions in our daily environments. This belief informs my therapeutic style, which tends to be collaborative, casual and conversational. While therapy is typically viewed as deep and serious, I think it should be cathartic and enjoyable.

Johnetta Barnes is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Georgia and a National Certified Counselor. She has experience in supervising and providing training for other counselors within the field. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Saint Leo University and received her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University. She has over a decade of experience in working with adults, children, families and couples. She has extensive experience in working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment and mood disorders.

Seeking healing or emotional support is an act of vulnerability and I work to create a welcoming atmosphere based on honesty and trust. I am a easy going and believe offering supportive space for anyone is the highest form of empathy. I am a firm believer in supporting clients on their journey to recognize their individual strengths. My experience is based in working with children, teens, individuals, and families who are having difficulty navigating their journey through life. Specifically focused on: emotional regulation disorders, ASD, ADHD, trauma, social skills, anxiety, depression, family conflict, self esteem, grief, anger

Partnering with individuals who are open to learning and practice. Wellness is achievable through consistent practices. Thought management is the foundation.

We can help with- Assessment and treatment for child's educational or behavioral problems. Supportive, evidenced based therapy for Depression and Anxiety. Goal Directed help for Couples to help prevent and solve problems. Individual Therapy for a host of problems including relationship issues, eating disorders, weight issues, and health challenges.

I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I have a strong interest in helping people overcome the psychological and spiritual blockages that contribute to individual and relationship dysfunctions. I conduct pre-marital and marital therapy in an effort to help couples identify destructive patterns. I help adolescents get over the hump of life called adolescence, and help them to navigate life without drugs and alcohol. I also help people identify the underlying causes of anger, and impart skills to increase emotional intelligence.

* Accepting New Clients / All Locations & Virtual - Over 26 years experience in Individual, Marriage & Relationship Counseling. Regardless of how difficult things may be, I can help. My list of clients include Celebrity, Professional, Corporate, Athletes and the like. Initially trained in the USN in Psychiatric Trauma, I have helped thousands of individuals & families. My Corporate Critical Incident experience allows me to quickly assess trauma/problems and develop solution-focused resolutions to the most complex emotional, psychological & relationship problems.

Has stress, anxiety, depression or anger been problematic for you? Has your ability to cope affected your daily living and/or relationships? Have you been diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia or any other illness and has had difficulty accepting and managing your symptoms? Untreated mental illness can easily affect your health and well-being and often cause strain on important relationships. Help is out there! Get ready to live a more healthy and productive life!

As a Holistic Therapist I utilize and integrate evidence-based practices to help clients reduce symptoms related to Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I integrate trauma informed yoga, breathwork, meditation and sound healing as holistic strategies to help create safety in the mind, body, and spirit. I utilize the following theoretical concepts: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Solution Focused Therapy. ​

Congratulations! You have made the most important step to living a more fulfilling and purposeful life! Searching for a therapist can be difficult especially on top of everything you already have going on. You should feel proud of yourself for making the first step. Are you overwhelmed or struggling with a new life stressor? Do you find yourself anxious or constantly worried? Maybe you want to understand more about the way you adjust to difficult or painful experiences. Life transitions can change what we believe about ourselves and the world around us. They can leave us with negative beliefs about ourselves and others.

I understand that reaching out for help takes courage. Not because I'm a therapist, but because I've been there. From personal experience with generational trauma, domestic violence, and social injustices, I know how valuable therapy can be. I take my experience and use it to help marginalized populations heal from anxiety, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and difficulty connecting with others that may stem from trauma such as adverse childhood experiences

Things have started falling apart around you. You're worried about losing a relationship, your job, or worse. People close to you have started to mention they are worried about you. A part of you wants to change, but you're stuck between unbearable emotions and trying to keep everything under control. And it's not working out. You may be lashing out, drinking more, or avoiding people close to you. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, shame from the past, or out-of-control substance use, you don’t have to stay where you are – suffering. You’re resilient and persistent, and right now, you’re just stuck.