Ascension SmartHealth Therapists in Atlanta, GA
I work with high-functioning individuals who appear put together on the outside but feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally—often in patterns tied to trauma, intimacy, and identity. You may feel pulled between who you were taught to be and who you’re becoming. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship challenges while also struggling with self-worth and the impact of religious or cultural expectations. They come to therapy ready to gain clarity, break patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with high-functioning individuals who appear put together on the outside but feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally—often in patterns tied to trauma, intimacy, and identity. You may feel pulled between who you were taught to be and who you’re becoming. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship challenges while also struggling with self-worth and the impact of religious or cultural expectations. They come to therapy ready to gain clarity, break patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, couples, and families who appear strong and capable while privately carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, insomnia, relationship stress, or emotional overwhelm. At Gamble for Wellness, I offer warm, collaborative, trauma-informed support for clients seeking healing, growth, and balance. My approach helps clients better understand their patterns, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and move toward greater clarity, stability, and connection.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, couples, and families who appear strong and capable while privately carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, insomnia, relationship stress, or emotional overwhelm. At Gamble for Wellness, I offer warm, collaborative, trauma-informed support for clients seeking healing, growth, and balance. My approach helps clients better understand their patterns, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and move toward greater clarity, stability, and connection.
My ideal clients are adults who are tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed by stress, weighed down by anxiety, disconnected in relationships, or constantly putting everyone else first. Many come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, uncertain, or frustrated that what they have been doing is no longer working. I help clients better understand themselves, identify what is keeping them stuck, strengthen coping skills, improve communication and boundaries, and create healthier ways to move forward with more clarity, confidence, and direction.
My ideal clients are adults who are tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed by stress, weighed down by anxiety, disconnected in relationships, or constantly putting everyone else first. Many come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, uncertain, or frustrated that what they have been doing is no longer working. I help clients better understand themselves, identify what is keeping them stuck, strengthen coping skills, improve communication and boundaries, and create healthier ways to move forward with more clarity, confidence, and direction.
Feeling stuck? You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy. Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed or are trying to make sense of patterns that no longer feel helpful.
I offer warm, insight-oriented therapy for adults in Georgia and Florida. My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. I draw primarily from interpersonal therapy and integrate mindfulness, CBT, and DBT-informed skills when helpful.
My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.
Feeling stuck? You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy. Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed or are trying to make sense of patterns that no longer feel helpful.
I offer warm, insight-oriented therapy for adults in Georgia and Florida. My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. I draw primarily from interpersonal therapy and integrate mindfulness, CBT, and DBT-informed skills when helpful.
My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.
Hello there! I believe everyone faces challenges and obstacles at some point in their lives; experience life transitions, heightened anxiety, depressed but not sure why, loss and/ or just struggling with daily tasks. I am here to be of support, listen and help you navigate while providing tools you can use so the weight doesn’t feel unbearable and so you can be your best self. I have an integrative approach to therapy; combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy , Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief and Bereavement, and Motivational Interviewing. I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your needs.
Hello there! I believe everyone faces challenges and obstacles at some point in their lives; experience life transitions, heightened anxiety, depressed but not sure why, loss and/ or just struggling with daily tasks. I am here to be of support, listen and help you navigate while providing tools you can use so the weight doesn’t feel unbearable and so you can be your best self. I have an integrative approach to therapy; combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy , Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief and Bereavement, and Motivational Interviewing. I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your needs.
My clients are often the ones everyone depends on — nurturers, caregivers, professionals, partners, and parents who are carrying so much behind the scenes. They may appear high functioning outwardly, while quietly struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, grief, identity shifts, or the emotional weight of life transitions. Many are navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenthood, or simply trying to reconnect with themselves. They’re looking for a space where they can exhale, feel seen, and receive support that is both culturally affirming and deeply compassionate.
My clients are often the ones everyone depends on — nurturers, caregivers, professionals, partners, and parents who are carrying so much behind the scenes. They may appear high functioning outwardly, while quietly struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, grief, identity shifts, or the emotional weight of life transitions. Many are navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenthood, or simply trying to reconnect with themselves. They’re looking for a space where they can exhale, feel seen, and receive support that is both culturally affirming and deeply compassionate.
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Welcome, I'm Yolanda! I have been in the counseling field for over 20 years, working with clients ranging from child/adolescent to the geriatric population. My ideal clients are individuals who are open to exploring positive and healthy lifestyle changes by incorporating grounding and other techniques to help them lead a more balanced and purposeful life.
Welcome, I'm Yolanda! I have been in the counseling field for over 20 years, working with clients ranging from child/adolescent to the geriatric population. My ideal clients are individuals who are open to exploring positive and healthy lifestyle changes by incorporating grounding and other techniques to help them lead a more balanced and purposeful life.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family conflict, or a major life transition. Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward creating the changes you want in your life, and I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
I work with teenagers, young adults, college students, and older adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress management, family conflicts, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family conflict, or a major life transition. Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward creating the changes you want in your life, and I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
I work with teenagers, young adults, college students, and older adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress management, family conflicts, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.
Do you feel like you’re carrying everything for everyone else while quietly running on empty? I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, identity concerns, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of the people I support are high achievers, caregivers, college students, professionals, and individuals trying to manage the pressure of constantly holding it all together.
Do you feel like you’re carrying everything for everyone else while quietly running on empty? I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, identity concerns, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of the people I support are high achievers, caregivers, college students, professionals, and individuals trying to manage the pressure of constantly holding it all together.
Do you live in a constant state of ‘what if’ to the point you ‘what if’ everything to death? (What if I make the wrong choice? What if I get into an accident? What if I cause something bad to happen?) You may be finding yourself mentally fatigued and exhausted (sometimes to the point of sadness) because the thoughts are non-stop and constantly pop into your head. You might also easily see 5 - 10 steps ahead of a situation and predict all the things that ‘might go wrong’. How exhausting is it to live like this? The root of worry often hides much deeper and I have a passion of helping people figure what that is!
Do you live in a constant state of ‘what if’ to the point you ‘what if’ everything to death? (What if I make the wrong choice? What if I get into an accident? What if I cause something bad to happen?) You may be finding yourself mentally fatigued and exhausted (sometimes to the point of sadness) because the thoughts are non-stop and constantly pop into your head. You might also easily see 5 - 10 steps ahead of a situation and predict all the things that ‘might go wrong’. How exhausting is it to live like this? The root of worry often hides much deeper and I have a passion of helping people figure what that is!
Certain experiences in life place you into “clubs” you never asked to join. Suddenly, you’re navigating unfamiliar territory, learning the rules as you go, and trying to make sense of a reality you never expected. I’m Tawana Farley, a trauma therapist passionate about helping clients adjust to their new normal and move through life’s most overwhelming experiences with compassion, authenticity, and practical support. You don’t have to navigate these experiences alone. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to rebuild in a way that honors all the parts that have brought you this far.
Certain experiences in life place you into “clubs” you never asked to join. Suddenly, you’re navigating unfamiliar territory, learning the rules as you go, and trying to make sense of a reality you never expected. I’m Tawana Farley, a trauma therapist passionate about helping clients adjust to their new normal and move through life’s most overwhelming experiences with compassion, authenticity, and practical support. You don’t have to navigate these experiences alone. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to rebuild in a way that honors all the parts that have brought you this far.
I really applaud clients that are willing to acknowledge they are facing a challenge that needs serious and honest attention. Clients that can rise to the occasion and push beyond their "comfort zones" to collaborate with their therapist, build trust and establish a mutual positive rapport. Clients that are able to be a bit vulnerable if it means gaining some traction for success during our therapy sessions.
I really applaud clients that are willing to acknowledge they are facing a challenge that needs serious and honest attention. Clients that can rise to the occasion and push beyond their "comfort zones" to collaborate with their therapist, build trust and establish a mutual positive rapport. Clients that are able to be a bit vulnerable if it means gaining some traction for success during our therapy sessions.
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Hi, I’m Ashley McDonald, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia. I have over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and the stressful effects of complicated or overwhelming life experiences. Many of the clients I work with come to see me feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in their thoughts, or weighed down by situations they never expected to be in or carry for this long. If this is describes your current situation, you’re not alone, and we can begin your journey today. Reach out today!
Hi, I’m Ashley McDonald, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia. I have over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and the stressful effects of complicated or overwhelming life experiences. Many of the clients I work with come to see me feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in their thoughts, or weighed down by situations they never expected to be in or carry for this long. If this is describes your current situation, you’re not alone, and we can begin your journey today. Reach out today!
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling. Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy