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Ratima Guest-Smith
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS

Ratima Guest-Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
555 Colonial Park Drive, Suite 100, Roswell, GA 30076
Let's Connect (404) 381-8632
Hi, if you've been examining your marriage, relationships, and career and at times feel unfulfilled and emotionally empty, and if your looking for a direct, genuine, open-minded therapist who can help you on your path of healing, growth, and transformation, then I'm a fit. As a sought-after therapist and couples expert, I help struggling couples reestablish intimacy and connection in their marriages, as well as empower and inspire individuals to overcome self-defeating behaviors & negative self-talk. Providing exceptional client care, distinctively effective treatment, and having satisfied clients brings me joy.
I focus on difficult marital issues, professional burnout, moving from corporate to entrepreneur careers, multiethnic and multicultural issues, student advocacy, and mental health in communities of color. My clients include high achievers, professionals, executives, athletes, entertainers, and veterans.
Call or email us if you're ready to overcome mental or emotional obstacles impacting your mental well being! All appointments are scheduled using our self-scheduling system. Please send an email for scheduling assistance, If you don't find availability within two weeks,
Call or Ratima Guest-Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (404) 381-8632

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ratima Guest-Smith LPC,CPCS Ed.D

555 Colonial Park Drive

Suite 100

Roswell, GA 30076

(404) 381-8632

R G S and Associates Counseling Services

Alpharetta, GA 30022

I offer and prefer in-person therapy sessions. I also provide virtual session on set days and only by request
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Men's Issues and Codependency 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (404) 381-8632

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ratima Guest-Smith LPC,CPCS Ed.D

555 Colonial Park Drive

Suite 100

Roswell, GA 30076

(404) 381-8632

R G S and Associates Counseling Services

Alpharetta, GA 30022

I offer and prefer in-person therapy sessions. I also provide virtual session on set days and only by request
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Men's Issues and Codependency 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $165
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Saving Account (HSA)
  • Optum
  • Self Pay
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I do not accept insurance for marriage or couples counseling. This service is out of pocket self-pay only. I'll gladly provide a Medical receipt (Superbill) that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
"
I do not accept insurance for marriage or couples counseling. This service is out of pocket self-pay only. I'll gladly provide a Medical receipt (Superbill) that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia Ratima Guest-Smith
  • In Practice for 18 Years
  • Certificate from Certified Clinical Supervisor (CPCS). LPCA of Georgia CPCS1260 / 2018
  • Certificate from Emotional Focused Therapy (Externship and Core Skills) ACEFT Atlanta
  • Attended San Diego State and Cornell University, B.S, M.S M.Ed, Graduated 1995
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I have 20 years of experience treating adults, teens and couples. I have experience working in psychiatric and medical hospitals, schools and universities., military and private practice. My style is, Direct, Engaging, Elecletic & Client Centered. I work from a cultural informed framework.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
"
I have 20 years of experience treating adults, teens and couples. I have experience working in psychiatric and medical hospitals, schools and universities., military and private practice. My style is, Direct, Engaging, Elecletic & Client Centered. I work from a cultural informed framework.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Codependency

Expertise

  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multicultural and Multiethnic acculturation issues
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who might be struggling to understand themselves, their purpose, and how their lived experiences have influenced their overall self. Our goal is to increae psychological and emotional well being. We work to increase self-awareness, improve intimate connections, understand attachments, and transform coping styles and thoughts patterns.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
"
I work with clients who might be struggling to understand themselves, their purpose, and how their lived experiences have influenced their overall self. Our goal is to increae psychological and emotional well being. We work to increase self-awareness, improve intimate connections, understand attachments, and transform coping styles and thoughts patterns.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Caribbean / African/ East Indian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Caribbean / African/ East Indian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Trauma Focused
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I often used an electic mix of client centered, strength based therapy and cbt for individual therapy and Emotionally Focused therapy and structured family with couples.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
"
I often used an electic mix of client centered, strength based therapy and cbt for individual therapy and Emotionally Focused therapy and structured family with couples.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Ratima Guest-Smith LPC,CPCS Ed.D

555 Colonial Park Drive

Suite 100

Roswell, GA 30076

(404) 381-8632

Additional Location

R G S and Associates Counseling Services

Alpharetta, GA 30022

(404) 381-8632
"
I offer and prefer in-person therapy sessions. I also provide virtual session on set days and only by request
Call for a free consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
"
I offer and prefer in-person therapy sessions. I also provide virtual session on set days and only by request
Call for a free consultation now - (404) 381-8632
Ratima Guest-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, PPS
Last Modified: 21 Feb 2024