Therapists in Decatur, GA
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Ty Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCC, MAC, CFC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe that while nobody can go back and change the past, anyone can make a new ending starting today. It is never too late to embark on a new path so you can become the person you desire to be. As your therapist I will guide you through a healing process that balances your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual being. I will embark with you on your journey to wholeness and together we will explore life's meaning, create growth and healing, and explore new possibilities for living authentically. Today can be the first step to a new beginning!
I believe that while nobody can go back and change the past, anyone can make a new ending starting today. It is never too late to embark on a new path so you can become the person you desire to be. As your therapist I will guide you through a healing process that balances your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual being. I will embark with you on your journey to wholeness and together we will explore life's meaning, create growth and healing, and explore new possibilities for living authentically. Today can be the first step to a new beginning!
Jill Locklear
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30032 (Online Only)
Hope is the key to healing, emotional wellbeing, and the high-quality life that you desire. Whether you are a mom who needs support, are living with depression or anxiety, or someone who wants to work thru past trauma, I have hope for you! Hope that you will have healing, reach your goals and live a high-quality life. I have 19 years of experiencing empowering individuals to overcome their most challenging issues and I would be honored to walk with you on your path to healing!
Hope is the key to healing, emotional wellbeing, and the high-quality life that you desire. Whether you are a mom who needs support, are living with depression or anxiety, or someone who wants to work thru past trauma, I have hope for you! Hope that you will have healing, reach your goals and live a high-quality life. I have 19 years of experiencing empowering individuals to overcome their most challenging issues and I would be honored to walk with you on your path to healing!
Olga A Attebery
Associate Professional Counselor, LAMFT, LAPC, CCBRT-C, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30033
Sometimes in the midst of struggle, it is hard to be hopeful. When it is hard, it is my privilege to hold that hope for you. I work with both men and women, as well as couples. I am passionate about working with couples through affair recovery and other difficult transitions. I am trained in the Gottman method and use this approach along with techniques from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help my couples reach their relationship goals. I also have a passion for working with trauma, grief and loss; and as a first-generation American, the complexities of a multicultural existence.
Sometimes in the midst of struggle, it is hard to be hopeful. When it is hard, it is my privilege to hold that hope for you. I work with both men and women, as well as couples. I am passionate about working with couples through affair recovery and other difficult transitions. I am trained in the Gottman method and use this approach along with techniques from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help my couples reach their relationship goals. I also have a passion for working with trauma, grief and loss; and as a first-generation American, the complexities of a multicultural existence.
Elle Udaykee Trapkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
I find it is important to focus not only on the problems in someone's life, but also to hear what is working well. My private practice is as much about finding and affirming positive aspects of a person's life as it is about addressing and healing problems and difficulties. This way, the therapy session is not just about dealing with issues, but about seeing what might be possible in someone's life.
I find it is important to focus not only on the problems in someone's life, but also to hear what is working well. My private practice is as much about finding and affirming positive aspects of a person's life as it is about addressing and healing problems and difficulties. This way, the therapy session is not just about dealing with issues, but about seeing what might be possible in someone's life.
Miranda Barzey
Counselor, LAPC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30032
I specialize in child centered play therapy with young children ages 2-7 and person centered counseling for adults 20-40. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, neurodivergence, gender and sexual identity exploration, suicide, coping with oppression, and adjusting to life changes. My door is wide open to anyone in the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folks, and polyamorous individuals/families, or anyone looking to do the brave work of understanding themselves more deeply.
I specialize in child centered play therapy with young children ages 2-7 and person centered counseling for adults 20-40. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, neurodivergence, gender and sexual identity exploration, suicide, coping with oppression, and adjusting to life changes. My door is wide open to anyone in the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folks, and polyamorous individuals/families, or anyone looking to do the brave work of understanding themselves more deeply.
Aspen Grove Counseling and Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30033
You've been thinking about reaching out to a therapist for a while now, but it feels so hard to find someone who's a good fit. You've searched the internet looking for a therapist that you can relate with. Maybe you've even reached out to a therapist or two only to find that they are not taking new clients, or worse, they never even called you back. Finding help shouldn't be this hard! Whether you are looking for a couples therapist to help navigate a difficult time with your partner, or if you are coming to therapy on your own because you haven't been feeling like yourself and you could use a little extra help, we are here for you.
You've been thinking about reaching out to a therapist for a while now, but it feels so hard to find someone who's a good fit. You've searched the internet looking for a therapist that you can relate with. Maybe you've even reached out to a therapist or two only to find that they are not taking new clients, or worse, they never even called you back. Finding help shouldn't be this hard! Whether you are looking for a couples therapist to help navigate a difficult time with your partner, or if you are coming to therapy on your own because you haven't been feeling like yourself and you could use a little extra help, we are here for you.
Tracie Herold, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Waitlist for new clients
It's normal to have times when you feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, disconnected, or like you don't measure up. We all face struggles in our lives. Regardless of what you are seeking to understand, change, or improve you don’t have to go through it alone. I feel privileged to help people tackle life’s challenges, manage anxiety & depression, build healthy relationships, bravely create boundaries, and find solutions that benefit in a meaningful way. My role is to help you navigate challenging times, tap into your innate strengths, develop self-compassion, and feel more at peace and in control.
It's normal to have times when you feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, disconnected, or like you don't measure up. We all face struggles in our lives. Regardless of what you are seeking to understand, change, or improve you don’t have to go through it alone. I feel privileged to help people tackle life’s challenges, manage anxiety & depression, build healthy relationships, bravely create boundaries, and find solutions that benefit in a meaningful way. My role is to help you navigate challenging times, tap into your innate strengths, develop self-compassion, and feel more at peace and in control.
Alyssa Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
I am licensed in Georgia & Utah and have over ten years of experience working with children, adults, and families. My primary focuses include grief and loss, life stage changes, depression/anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma & abuse. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and have experience with diversity in regards to gender, race, culture, religion, and sexual orientation. I find that people who feel that I am a good match for them have a desire to begin to strengthen their internal sense of self and strength and are eager to begin their journey to a higher level of self-actualization.
I am licensed in Georgia & Utah and have over ten years of experience working with children, adults, and families. My primary focuses include grief and loss, life stage changes, depression/anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma & abuse. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and have experience with diversity in regards to gender, race, culture, religion, and sexual orientation. I find that people who feel that I am a good match for them have a desire to begin to strengthen their internal sense of self and strength and are eager to begin their journey to a higher level of self-actualization.
Stacie Chisolm Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. I believe in the power of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. It is within this relationship that growth and change occur. I view my role in the therapeutic relationship as the coach. I am here to coach you through life's challenges and problems as well as celebrate along with you in your accomplishments and victories. I offer guidance and support in addition to knowledge, experience, skill and a listening ear. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities which include DBT, CBT, solution focused, and family systems.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. I believe in the power of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. It is within this relationship that growth and change occur. I view my role in the therapeutic relationship as the coach. I am here to coach you through life's challenges and problems as well as celebrate along with you in your accomplishments and victories. I offer guidance and support in addition to knowledge, experience, skill and a listening ear. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities which include DBT, CBT, solution focused, and family systems.
Barbara Freer Skibell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
My primary focus is to assist clients to identify and build upon their strengths and talents, leading to positive change in their lives; allowing them to reach their fullest potential - individually, in relationship, as part of a community and in their life's work. I have a deep respect for the dignity of the individual, with their unique cultural, religious/spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientation. In addition to in office sessions,I am currently using securely encrypted video conferencing, so am able to serve clients in all of Georgia.
My primary focus is to assist clients to identify and build upon their strengths and talents, leading to positive change in their lives; allowing them to reach their fullest potential - individually, in relationship, as part of a community and in their life's work. I have a deep respect for the dignity of the individual, with their unique cultural, religious/spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientation. In addition to in office sessions,I am currently using securely encrypted video conferencing, so am able to serve clients in all of Georgia.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30033
Ambivalence in therapy is not uncommon. It is a natural response, especially for people who are unaccustomed to being on the receiving end of care and support. Acknowledging the need for help can feel like a daunting task as if it is a betrayal of the very roles, you have been fulfilling. There is a discomfort that in seeking help, you might unravel, showing a vulnerability that contradicts your perceived identity. This discomfort, however, overlooks a crucial truth: vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, but rather a courageous step towards healing and growth. Therapy, in its essence, is a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Ambivalence in therapy is not uncommon. It is a natural response, especially for people who are unaccustomed to being on the receiving end of care and support. Acknowledging the need for help can feel like a daunting task as if it is a betrayal of the very roles, you have been fulfilling. There is a discomfort that in seeking help, you might unravel, showing a vulnerability that contradicts your perceived identity. This discomfort, however, overlooks a crucial truth: vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, but rather a courageous step towards healing and growth. Therapy, in its essence, is a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Worth St. George
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
If you feel you are struggling with drugs and/or alcohol and experiencing issues in your life, I'm here to help. Whether you have anxiety, depression or are going through a difficult life transition, you can get through this and you could use a safe space to process this and find direction.
If you feel you are struggling with drugs and/or alcohol and experiencing issues in your life, I'm here to help. Whether you have anxiety, depression or are going through a difficult life transition, you can get through this and you could use a safe space to process this and find direction.
Karen D. Sutton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Not accepting new clients
I have successfully partnered with clients battling a history of trauma involving abuse, neglect (including abandonment), depression, grief/loss, low self-esteem and general transitions of life as well as those struggling with difficult family dynamics (i.e., parents, step-parents, siblings, etc.). I'm confident that I can help you clarify your challenges and confront any emotional or behavioral roadblocks that have made life difficult for you. Trust me to help you see the bigger picture and to make the changes that will serve you well.
I have successfully partnered with clients battling a history of trauma involving abuse, neglect (including abandonment), depression, grief/loss, low self-esteem and general transitions of life as well as those struggling with difficult family dynamics (i.e., parents, step-parents, siblings, etc.). I'm confident that I can help you clarify your challenges and confront any emotional or behavioral roadblocks that have made life difficult for you. Trust me to help you see the bigger picture and to make the changes that will serve you well.
Elizabeth Valera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CT
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30033
Life often seems to move so quickly, barely allowing a chance to take in all that we have experienced. Especially in times of change or intense grief, you may want a space to process your experiences-both the mundane moments and major life-changing events-in order to understand what is going on inside. Therapy can be the perfect space to sort through your experiences, search for meaning and understanding, and discern the path forward that is right for you.
Life often seems to move so quickly, barely allowing a chance to take in all that we have experienced. Especially in times of change or intense grief, you may want a space to process your experiences-both the mundane moments and major life-changing events-in order to understand what is going on inside. Therapy can be the perfect space to sort through your experiences, search for meaning and understanding, and discern the path forward that is right for you.
Pathway to Purpose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
I believe you have the potential to realize the desires deep within your heart. It takes courage to confront fears and overcome mental and emotional hurdles that block our best intentions. Circumstances most often out of our control can cause feelings of doubt, lonelines, lack of fulfillment and even a loss of hope. In our attempt to quiet an overwhelming sense of distress, we sometimes adopt beliefs and behaviors that are at best, self-compromising. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey towards wholeness. Together we will embrace truth, transcend pain and create a more meaningful life through freedom and choice.
I believe you have the potential to realize the desires deep within your heart. It takes courage to confront fears and overcome mental and emotional hurdles that block our best intentions. Circumstances most often out of our control can cause feelings of doubt, lonelines, lack of fulfillment and even a loss of hope. In our attempt to quiet an overwhelming sense of distress, we sometimes adopt beliefs and behaviors that are at best, self-compromising. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey towards wholeness. Together we will embrace truth, transcend pain and create a more meaningful life through freedom and choice.
Corey A Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Everyone has bad days. Even the most fortunate and well-adjusted of us struggle with feeling overwhelmed, lost, or anxious from time to time. But your dark days shouldn’t outweigh your bright ones. Maybe you find yourself lacking motivation. Or perhaps worrying has become a norm for you. Maybe you realize you have an unhealthy relationship with food or other substances—or even a person. No matter your challenge, it may be time to talk with someone. I'm here for you. Together, we can work to understand and address what’s holding you back from being the person you know you can be.
Everyone has bad days. Even the most fortunate and well-adjusted of us struggle with feeling overwhelmed, lost, or anxious from time to time. But your dark days shouldn’t outweigh your bright ones. Maybe you find yourself lacking motivation. Or perhaps worrying has become a norm for you. Maybe you realize you have an unhealthy relationship with food or other substances—or even a person. No matter your challenge, it may be time to talk with someone. I'm here for you. Together, we can work to understand and address what’s holding you back from being the person you know you can be.
Kelly C. Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
“Aging is not ‘lost youth’ but a new stage of opportunity and strength." Betty Friedan. This quote succinctly captures the crossroads we all face, as we age: one can look back with a sense of loss and remorse or one can move forward with hope and inspiration for a better now. Friedan chooses the path towards opportunity and strength. Which path would you like to take? How does one face the myriad of changes that this stage of life presents? Grief & loss. A changing body & mind. Retirement & new freedoms. Family relationships & caregiver concerns. What support would you like along this complex and often unpredictable path?
“Aging is not ‘lost youth’ but a new stage of opportunity and strength." Betty Friedan. This quote succinctly captures the crossroads we all face, as we age: one can look back with a sense of loss and remorse or one can move forward with hope and inspiration for a better now. Friedan chooses the path towards opportunity and strength. Which path would you like to take? How does one face the myriad of changes that this stage of life presents? Grief & loss. A changing body & mind. Retirement & new freedoms. Family relationships & caregiver concerns. What support would you like along this complex and often unpredictable path?
Lissa Davis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Not accepting new clients
Finding a therapist that you "click" with can make a huge difference. I work primarily with adults with anxiety, depression, and difficulty managing stress. My strength is my ability to blend a genuine caring with the science of personal change. I value being down to earth and using humor when appropriate. I work at the level of thoughts and actions, and also at the level of deeper insights and feelings. I put a large focus on building coping skills including emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Finding a therapist that you "click" with can make a huge difference. I work primarily with adults with anxiety, depression, and difficulty managing stress. My strength is my ability to blend a genuine caring with the science of personal change. I value being down to earth and using humor when appropriate. I work at the level of thoughts and actions, and also at the level of deeper insights and feelings. I put a large focus on building coping skills including emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Yvanna Pantner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Welcome! I work with children, families, and adults across the lifespan. I value meeting my clients where they are, and use a trauma-informed, attachment-based, and person-centered approach. I also incorporate a variety of experiential techniques to support my clients, especially kids, in expressing themselves and processing their emotions. I have practiced in schools and community mental health settings where I primarily worked with adults as well as children and families navigating life transitions, intergenerational trauma, neurodiversity, and identity exploration.
Welcome! I work with children, families, and adults across the lifespan. I value meeting my clients where they are, and use a trauma-informed, attachment-based, and person-centered approach. I also incorporate a variety of experiential techniques to support my clients, especially kids, in expressing themselves and processing their emotions. I have practiced in schools and community mental health settings where I primarily worked with adults as well as children and families navigating life transitions, intergenerational trauma, neurodiversity, and identity exploration.
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Number of Therapists in Decatur, GA
700+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Decatur, GA who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
68% | Coping Skills |
67% | Stress |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | Aetna |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
59% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Decatur, GA see their clients
69% | In Person and Online | |
31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Decatur?
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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.