Therapists in Athens, GA
Alexes Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601 (Online Only)
Alexes Davis is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LPC-A) who specializes in working with adult women and couples to navigate the roadblocks that are preventing them from living with peace and pride. Alexes specializes in trauma, grief & loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and stress management. Alexes completed her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at the University of Georgia. As a trauma survivor and a licensed professional.
Alexes Davis is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LPC-A) who specializes in working with adult women and couples to navigate the roadblocks that are preventing them from living with peace and pride. Alexes specializes in trauma, grief & loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and stress management. Alexes completed her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at the University of Georgia. As a trauma survivor and a licensed professional.
Nicole Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601 (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm Nicole! Are you stressed and feeling overwhelmed with life? Is it easier for you to be kind to other people than it is to yourself? You are not alone! I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and everyday stressors in life. In therapy, we will work on identifying your stressors and reframing any negative thinking.
Welcome, I'm Nicole! Are you stressed and feeling overwhelmed with life? Is it easier for you to be kind to other people than it is to yourself? You are not alone! I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and everyday stressors in life. In therapy, we will work on identifying your stressors and reframing any negative thinking.
Patti Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, for over 16 years. I have worked in the behavioral health field and have enjoyed, seeing the progress that each one has made. The steps that each person has taken has not always been easy. Let's do this together. I have treated clients/patients with anxiety, Bipolar, depression, stress and anger management, and self-esteem.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, for over 16 years. I have worked in the behavioral health field and have enjoyed, seeing the progress that each one has made. The steps that each person has taken has not always been easy. Let's do this together. I have treated clients/patients with anxiety, Bipolar, depression, stress and anger management, and self-esteem.
Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
Marlynn Bohannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30606
Now accepting new clients, including couples! Life is full of changes. Changes occur around us all the time. Some of these changes can be wonderful and cause feelings of excitement. Other changes can cause fear, anxiety, depression, or feelings of grief. These reactions are normal and sometimes it’s helpful to have someone to talk to about them. A little about my background. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I went back to school at the University of Georgia to study social work in 2018. In school, I discovered that I really loved doing counseling and therapy. That’s why I do this.
Now accepting new clients, including couples! Life is full of changes. Changes occur around us all the time. Some of these changes can be wonderful and cause feelings of excitement. Other changes can cause fear, anxiety, depression, or feelings of grief. These reactions are normal and sometimes it’s helpful to have someone to talk to about them. A little about my background. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I went back to school at the University of Georgia to study social work in 2018. In school, I discovered that I really loved doing counseling and therapy. That’s why I do this.
Teddi Shriner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601
Not accepting new clients
Have you and/or your child had a difficult time coping with a life transition or adjusting to various stressors? Do you need help navigating the school system? Do you struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression or just feel unsure of how to access more joy in your life? Have you recently been diagnosed with a chronic medical condition or have you experienced infertility issues?
Have you and/or your child had a difficult time coping with a life transition or adjusting to various stressors? Do you need help navigating the school system? Do you struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression or just feel unsure of how to access more joy in your life? Have you recently been diagnosed with a chronic medical condition or have you experienced infertility issues?
Alex Kinney Gunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
Alex works as an individual therapist helping heal women, ages 18+, from their struggles with anxiety and depression. Her lighthearted, warm approach to therapy encourages openness, vulnerability and thus healing. Alex loves to help clients grow by staying true to their authentic selves through self-awareness & self-compassion. She believes that being genuine to one’s true self helps us reach a greater sense of self-worth and fulfillment in our lives. You can expect her sessions to feel comfortable and relaxed, because she finds it important to model genuineness and authenticity to her clients.
Alex works as an individual therapist helping heal women, ages 18+, from their struggles with anxiety and depression. Her lighthearted, warm approach to therapy encourages openness, vulnerability and thus healing. Alex loves to help clients grow by staying true to their authentic selves through self-awareness & self-compassion. She believes that being genuine to one’s true self helps us reach a greater sense of self-worth and fulfillment in our lives. You can expect her sessions to feel comfortable and relaxed, because she finds it important to model genuineness and authenticity to her clients.
Allia Siler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for considering me to be part of your journey. My name is Allia (she/her), and for my clients, I provide a safe and healing place to grow. For the past four years, I’ve worked as a therapist and advocate for child and adult survivors of abuse and sexual assault. And through this work, I have honed my skills in helping people through trauma, transitions, self-worth issues, and identity. I work with a wide range of clients and survivors and particularly gravitate towards individuals within the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and teens/young adults.
Thank you for considering me to be part of your journey. My name is Allia (she/her), and for my clients, I provide a safe and healing place to grow. For the past four years, I’ve worked as a therapist and advocate for child and adult survivors of abuse and sexual assault. And through this work, I have honed my skills in helping people through trauma, transitions, self-worth issues, and identity. I work with a wide range of clients and survivors and particularly gravitate towards individuals within the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and teens/young adults.
Kimberly Klaer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30606
Are you feeling unsettled or underwhelmed in life or relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed and under pressure? Maybe both? My hope is to provide a safe space for you to explore these thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert in your life and I hope to help you find the tools that will enable you to take steps toward a more full and free life. I enjoy working with teens, college students, and young adults through the many transitions of emerging adulthood, stress, anxiety, relationships, and depression.
Are you feeling unsettled or underwhelmed in life or relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed and under pressure? Maybe both? My hope is to provide a safe space for you to explore these thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert in your life and I hope to help you find the tools that will enable you to take steps toward a more full and free life. I enjoy working with teens, college students, and young adults through the many transitions of emerging adulthood, stress, anxiety, relationships, and depression.
Giordana Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
My specialty is creating a safe space where clients can explore issues of concern, strengthen their resilience, and gain perspective. I welcome a wide variety of clients. My clinical practice includes people dealing with depression and anxiety, life transitions, relational challenges, grief, trauma, mood disorders, and addictions. I particularly enjoy working with couples and families with the goal of improving communication and understanding. Women's issues and the search for identity are of interest to me as well.
My specialty is creating a safe space where clients can explore issues of concern, strengthen their resilience, and gain perspective. I welcome a wide variety of clients. My clinical practice includes people dealing with depression and anxiety, life transitions, relational challenges, grief, trauma, mood disorders, and addictions. I particularly enjoy working with couples and families with the goal of improving communication and understanding. Women's issues and the search for identity are of interest to me as well.
Robert M Lomax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
An inherent promise of the therapeutic relationship is that it offers us the possibility of grace - to be accepted for who we are. This is why I strive in my practice to connect individuals with the "curious paradox" that Carl Rogers spoke of - namely, "when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." My years in practice have led me to appreciate how the most impactful change in therapy comes not through the exorcising of some fundamental flaw - i.e. "I will love myself only when I am not myself" - but through fostering a more intimate relationship to ourselves, friends, those we call family, and to our communities.
An inherent promise of the therapeutic relationship is that it offers us the possibility of grace - to be accepted for who we are. This is why I strive in my practice to connect individuals with the "curious paradox" that Carl Rogers spoke of - namely, "when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." My years in practice have led me to appreciate how the most impactful change in therapy comes not through the exorcising of some fundamental flaw - i.e. "I will love myself only when I am not myself" - but through fostering a more intimate relationship to ourselves, friends, those we call family, and to our communities.
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Chris Mayo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605
Chris currently holds licensure in the state of Georgia as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. After finishing his degree, he began working as a counselor with the Georgia Department of Justice, providing evidence based mental health and substance abuse counseling for detained youth and adults. He also worked as an independent contractor providing psychotherapy and substance abuse treatment in outpatient and residential settings, school systems, and foster homes. He has been providing clinical services to children and adults for over 17 years.
Chris currently holds licensure in the state of Georgia as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. After finishing his degree, he began working as a counselor with the Georgia Department of Justice, providing evidence based mental health and substance abuse counseling for detained youth and adults. He also worked as an independent contractor providing psychotherapy and substance abuse treatment in outpatient and residential settings, school systems, and foster homes. He has been providing clinical services to children and adults for over 17 years.
Laura Whyte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605 (Online Only)
I understand living with OCD and anxiety symptoms can be difficult and scary, but with the right treatment, there can be relief. Focusing on a strengths-based approach, I am experienced with utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention interventions.
I understand living with OCD and anxiety symptoms can be difficult and scary, but with the right treatment, there can be relief. Focusing on a strengths-based approach, I am experienced with utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention interventions.
Crystal Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606 (Online Only)
ALERT: I am not accepting any new clients at this time! Do you feel like your anxiety or depression takes over at the worst possible moments? Are you finding it difficult to feel growth in managing trauma responses? Are you seeking a safe and brave space for therapy that utilizes somatic movements and exploration of intersectional identity affiliations and alliances?
ALERT: I am not accepting any new clients at this time! Do you feel like your anxiety or depression takes over at the worst possible moments? Are you finding it difficult to feel growth in managing trauma responses? Are you seeking a safe and brave space for therapy that utilizes somatic movements and exploration of intersectional identity affiliations and alliances?
Kathleen Boyce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601
Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
Kasey Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize exclusively in the treatment of OCD, OCD Spectrum Disorders and Anxiety Disorders. In order to provide the most effective, evidence-based treatment to my clients, I have received specialized training from nationally known OCD, OCD Spectrum and Anxiety experts and organizations. I am a graduate of the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation's (IOCDF) Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) as well as the IOCDF's Pediatric, Hoarding and Advanced BTTIs. I have also received specialized training from the Trichotillomania Learning Center (TLC) and the National Tourette Syndrome Association (TSA-USA).
I specialize exclusively in the treatment of OCD, OCD Spectrum Disorders and Anxiety Disorders. In order to provide the most effective, evidence-based treatment to my clients, I have received specialized training from nationally known OCD, OCD Spectrum and Anxiety experts and organizations. I am a graduate of the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation's (IOCDF) Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) as well as the IOCDF's Pediatric, Hoarding and Advanced BTTIs. I have also received specialized training from the Trichotillomania Learning Center (TLC) and the National Tourette Syndrome Association (TSA-USA).
Diana Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605
Waitlist for new clients
Are you seeking support for yourself and your child due to a family crisis or disruption in your lives? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the behavioral, emotional and academic changes displayed by your child? I am a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and parents encountering challenges due to divorce, loss, trauma academic, behavioral and psychiatric issues.
Are you seeking support for yourself and your child due to a family crisis or disruption in your lives? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the behavioral, emotional and academic changes displayed by your child? I am a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and parents encountering challenges due to divorce, loss, trauma academic, behavioral and psychiatric issues.
Maggie Gibbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30603
Not accepting new clients
In therapy, I strive to be direct without sacrificing compassion. It can be difficult to ask for help, and you deserve a space in which you can feel both supported & understood while being empowered to change your life. I am most passionate about working with people experiencing anxiety, those who are exploring their identity, and survivors of trauma of all kinds (including grief & loss, sexual assault, & family conflict). I also enjoy working with those seeking to improve their self-esteem and have experience treating disordered eating concerns including binging, purging, and body-image issues.
In therapy, I strive to be direct without sacrificing compassion. It can be difficult to ask for help, and you deserve a space in which you can feel both supported & understood while being empowered to change your life. I am most passionate about working with people experiencing anxiety, those who are exploring their identity, and survivors of trauma of all kinds (including grief & loss, sexual assault, & family conflict). I also enjoy working with those seeking to improve their self-esteem and have experience treating disordered eating concerns including binging, purging, and body-image issues.
Alan McArthur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CPS-MH
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
I work with adult and teenaged men and women whose chief complaints are of drug and alcohol addiction, sex and porn addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, childhood sexual abuse & adult sexual assault, LGBTQIA+ struggles, and death, dying, grief & loss. My approach to therapy is centered around work that is transformative in helping individuals become aware of patterns in how they listen, talk, think, and act. I have found that when that awareness happens, a fundamental shift in how we navigate and experience our life occurs, along with personal freedom and power.
I work with adult and teenaged men and women whose chief complaints are of drug and alcohol addiction, sex and porn addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, childhood sexual abuse & adult sexual assault, LGBTQIA+ struggles, and death, dying, grief & loss. My approach to therapy is centered around work that is transformative in helping individuals become aware of patterns in how they listen, talk, think, and act. I have found that when that awareness happens, a fundamental shift in how we navigate and experience our life occurs, along with personal freedom and power.
Katheryn Van Laar
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606
Kierkegaard said life wasn't a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced. We will always experience joys and pain, strength and sorrow, and a little support can go a long way. As a therapist, I am not here to solve life's problems for you, but I am here to support you and your family while you experience the hard parts of life. I'm here to listen to and validate your world and help you develop skills or tools to cope with the tough times.
Kierkegaard said life wasn't a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced. We will always experience joys and pain, strength and sorrow, and a little support can go a long way. As a therapist, I am not here to solve life's problems for you, but I am here to support you and your family while you experience the hard parts of life. I'm here to listen to and validate your world and help you develop skills or tools to cope with the tough times.
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Number of Therapists in Athens, GA
300+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Athens, GA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
82% | Depression |
68% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
63% | Trauma and PTSD |
61% | Relationship Issues |
56% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
78% | Cigna and Evernorth |
77% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Athens, GA see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Athens?
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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.