Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

5887 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

(404) 977-5968

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You’re capable and self-aware—but still carrying stress, trauma, or patterns that won’t let go. I help clients facing PTSD, perfectionism, ADHD, body image issues, disordered eating, and narcissistic abuse. My approach blends somatic therapy, breathwork, and practical daily coping mechanisms, in a warm, grounded environment. Together, we build emotional regulation, self-trust, and a calmer internal world so you can finally feel aligned and supported.

My approach is holistic and integrative, blending somatic therapy, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and breathwork to support both mind and body. We’ll focus on practical tools for navigating daily challenges while uncovering and reshaping the deeper patterns that influence your emotions, behaviors, and relationships—helping you replace old coping with healthier ones.

This is not transformation for appearances. It is a quiet return to steadiness and presence, a way of living that feels deeply rooted and authentically yours. Change emerges through clarity, awareness, and gentle attention to what has long been held beneath the surface. It is a process of reclaiming your own rhythm, your own sense of self.

Call or Email Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (404) 977-5968

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

5887 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230

Sandy Springs, GA 30328 map

(404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

104 Pilgrim Village Drive, suite 300

Cumming, GA 30040 map

I offer therapy both online and in-person for clients ages 11 and up. Call to get started and find the support that works best for you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Eating Disorders

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (404) 977-5968

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

5887 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230

Sandy Springs, GA 30328 map

(404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

104 Pilgrim Village Drive, suite 300

Cumming, GA 30040 map

I offer therapy both online and in-person for clients ages 11 and up. Call to get started and find the support that works best for you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Eating Disorders

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Finding a therapist you connect with can be overwhelming. Give me a quick call to chat about how we can work together. While I am an out-of-network provider, I will gladly provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Counselor: Mary Elizabeth Burns

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / LPC013880 Mary Elizabeth Burns

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Georgia State University, Masters of Science in Counseling , Graduated 1996

Additional Credentials

Certificate from National Board Certified Counselor 815449 / 1996

Degree/Diploma from Georgia State University Masters of Science in Counseling / 1996

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC, is an established therapist with a B.S in Psychology from Colorado State University and a M.S. from Georgia State University. She integrates evidence-based therapy with somatic and holistic practices for trauma, disordered eating, body image, narcissistic abuse recovery.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Eating Disorders

Expertise

ADHD
Body Image
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Depression
Divorce
Grief
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
Perfectionism, Gender identity, Bullying, Aging
Personality Disorders
Women's Issues, Divorce, Parenting

I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges like PTSD, eating disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and perfectionism. Whether you're seeking a safe space to heal from trauma, break free from unhealthy patterns, or let go of the pressure to be perfect, I'm here to guide you on your journey and together, we'll work with the tools and strategies you need to create lasting change.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

3 Endorsements

Kirsten Williams

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC

What sets her apart is her unwavering belief in the client's autonomy. She listen actively, respect each person's pace, and tailor therapy to meet the specific needs of the individual, fostering trust and collaboration throughout the therapeutic process.

Rob Danzman

Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHC

Jennifer Tardelli

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Mary Elizabeth is thoughtful, insightful and genuine. She is a skilled and compassionate therapist whom I can confidently recommend.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Breathwork
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Psychoanalytic
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I blend CBT, DBT, and somatic therapies with breathwork and body-centered awareness to support both mind and nervous system. You can expect a calm, attuned space where we address immediate stressors and the deeper patterns beneath them, helping you build resilience, soften perfectionism, and feel more grounded and present.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 977-5968

Location

Primary Location

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

5887 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230

Sandy Springs, GA 30328

(404) 977-5968

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Additional Location

Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.

104 Pilgrim Village Drive, suite 300

Cumming, GA 30040

(404) 977-5968

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Buckhead

I offer therapy both online and in-person for clients ages 11 and up. Call to get started and find the support that works best for you.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call for a free consultation now - (404) 977-5968

I offer therapy both online and in-person for clients ages 11 and up. Call to get started and find the support that works best for you.

Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Call for a free consultation now - (404) 977-5968

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