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Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC

Serena Johnson

Counselor, APC, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
4840 Roswell Road, Suite C202, Sandy Springs, GA 30342
Let's Connect (470) 688-2253
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Everyone experiences feeling down or anxious at some point in their lives. But when you feel like that every day, or anxious thoughts begin to be your only thoughts, life gets all that much harder to navigate. You may be saying to yourself, "Why am I like this?" or, "When this is over, I'll be happy", but you're getting tired of saying the same things over and over. It's distressing to feel like you're struggling and not know how to fix it. If this sounds like you, just know: things can get better! Anxiety and depression don't have to rule your life. Working together in therapy will help you learn and practice the skills you need.
I'd love to work together on topics of anxiety, self-confidence, identity, relationship issues, perfectionism, depression, and trauma. I use a CBT approach to help you identify unhelpful thinking or behaviors so we can build skills like self-awareness, coping mechanisms, and self-esteem. I also offer Prepare/Enrich pre-marital and couples counseling.
We are all learning how to go through life, and that means you too can learn how to accept your authentic self. I aim to provide a calming space where we can slow down and work together to better understand and accept the person that you are, and where you want to go.
Call or Serena Johnson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (470) 688-2253

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Fava Counseling Associates

4840 Roswell Road

Suite C202

Sandy Springs, GA 30342 map

(470) 688-2253
I offer in-person or virtual sessions, M-W 12:00-8:00 pm. Want to see if we're a good fit? I offer free 15 minute consultation calls.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$135 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Serena Johnson
Let's Connect (470) 688-2253
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Fava Counseling Associates

4840 Roswell Road

Suite C202

Sandy Springs, GA 30342 map

(470) 688-2253
I offer in-person or virtual sessions, M-W 12:00-8:00 pm. Want to see if we're a good fit? I offer free 15 minute consultation calls.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$135 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Serena Johnson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135
  • Couple Sessions $135
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I don't accept insurance but I can provide a superbill for reimbursement. For any questions or financial concerns, please feel free to reach out to discuss how we can make therapy work for you.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253
"
I don't accept insurance but I can provide a superbill for reimbursement. For any questions or financial concerns, please feel free to reach out to discuss how we can make therapy work for you.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / 009583 Serena Johnson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Mercer University, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors 1730648 / 2024
  • Certificate from Prepare/Enrich 2024
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I have experience working in in-patient and private practice settings providing both individual and group therapy. I'm currently licensed as an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) in GA and am practicing under clinical supervision of Dana Robinson (LPC007635, exp. 9/30/26).
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253
"
I have experience working in in-patient and private practice settings providing both individual and group therapy. I'm currently licensed as an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) in GA and am practicing under clinical supervision of Dana Robinson (LPC007635, exp. 9/30/26).
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Religious Issues/Faith Questioning
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work closely with issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, and how these things impact your relationship with yourself and others. In our first few sessions, we'll discuss goals and treatment options and decide together what's the best fit for you. My clients typically see progress in their skills of self-awareness and coping skills in the first 2 months.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253
"
I work closely with issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, and how these things impact your relationship with yourself and others. In our first few sessions, we'll discuss goals and treatment options and decide together what's the best fit for you. My clients typically see progress in their skills of self-awareness and coping skills in the first 2 months.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253

2 Endorsements

Becky Maffey
Becky Maffey
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalAPCNCCMS
Serena is an outstanding counselor. She gently and compassionately pushes clients to examine outdated patterns and to move toward their authentic selves. With Serena as your counselor, you will never again feel alone in your journey toward healing.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I am a Person-Centered therapist, which means my goal is to understand all aspects of the person that you are. I also take a CBT approach, which explores your past experiences and thought processes to better understand your feelings and behaviors. For couples, I take an Attachment approach, which allows us to explore conflict and communication patterns that impact your relationships.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253
"
I am a Person-Centered therapist, which means my goal is to understand all aspects of the person that you are. I also take a CBT approach, which explores your past experiences and thought processes to better understand your feelings and behaviors. For couples, I take an Attachment approach, which allows us to explore conflict and communication patterns that impact your relationships.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 688-2253

Location

Primary Location

Fava Counseling Associates

4840 Roswell Road

Suite C202

Sandy Springs, GA 30342

(470) 688-2253
"
I offer in-person or virtual sessions, M-W 12:00-8:00 pm. Want to see if we're a good fit? I offer free 15 minute consultation calls.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (470) 688-2253
"
I offer in-person or virtual sessions, M-W 12:00-8:00 pm. Want to see if we're a good fit? I offer free 15 minute consultation calls.
Photo of Serena Johnson, Counselor, APC, NCC
Serena Johnson
Counselor, APC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (470) 688-2253