Therapists for college students near Georgia State University

Mimi Walton, LPC Mimi Walton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who started practicing in 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology. Mimi believes everyone is unique. She offers interventions such as Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, and Parenting Skills. In her spare time, Mimi enjoys chakras, aromatherapy, sound, and vibrations.

About Lisa Rodgers, MATS, MEd, LPC Lisa's specialties consist of mental health disorders, Pastoral/ Christian Counseling, adjustment and life transitioning issues and career counseling. She believes that people experience a myriad of problems in life that may be difficult to understand or cope with. During these times of challenges, she offers care, support and solutions to help patients cope with their obstacles. She also offers an environment that is conducive for healing and growth.

Denise Bradley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2010. Denise provides an open, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which clients feel comfortable expressing, talking, growing, and making changes to their daily lives.

Jide Fawehinmi is a Psychiatrist, who has ben practicing since 2017. He Graduated from Berkshire Medical Center with certification in General Psychiaty and subsequetnly board certified in the same year. Jide believes in allowing his patients express their concerns, then collaborating with them to arrive at solutions that work best based on their current situation and needs, using established standard of medical care practices to get best outcome possible. His main area of focus include management of Mood (includig but not limited to Bipolar disorder, depression, intermittent explosive disorder) and anxiety disorders (including but not limited to General anxiety, PTSD, OCD and Agoraphobia). In his spare time Jide enjoys reading, watching movies, learning about advances in science and technology, travelling, hiking/nature walks, swimming and spending time with his family.

I have been a licensed therapist for over 10 years working with a wide range of client diagnosis including anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar, adjustment disorders, addictions and more. I am a certified sex therapist with training in sexual identity disorder, gender identity disorder, sexual medical issues, sex addiction and more. I have worked with the LBGTQ+ community for over 10 years. I especially enjoy working with OCD, anxiety, Bipolar and LBGTQ+ related issues with positive outcomes in each of these areas. I work virtually. I do not see clients in person.

I am Licensed Professional Counselor since 2017, this is one of my best accomplishments, I am able to help others. I believe life is what you make it, sometimes you have to work a little harder to accomplish your goals and to see growth in your life. Life is about change and growth, which is not always easy, learning to enjoy small victories will increase your quality of life. My therapeutic modality is CBT it works well with multiple Mental Health Diagnosis and Substance Use Disorders. Self care is really important to me, I allow time for myself daily to reflect on my day to ensure, I'm reflecting the best version of myself for myself, my family and my clients.

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Great to meet you! Welcome to Ascend!! I am Charles Smith, the Owner and Lead Psychotherapist at Ascend. I have worked with students, adults and families for almost 30 years as a therapist, school-based counselor and social worker. Through these experiences, I have the expertise to help students navigate life challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, career transitions & cultural identity. I help students understand how distorted perceptions and thoughts can contribute to painful feelings and unwanted behaviors, and we focus not only on understanding your thoughts and emotions, but also on building real-life skills you can use every day to manage stress, improve relationships and feel more confident. I am passionate about assisting students to achieve their goals and enhance their overall quality of life. My style is humorous, honest, and real. I believe therapy works best when you can be your authentic self, and sometimes that means laughing together even when we're doing serious work. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic therapy, and Strength-Based approaches while also meeting you where you are. During our therapy journey, you can expect a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can speak openly and be your authentic self. We'll talk about what brought you in, what's been weighing on you, and what you're hoping will change. I'll ask questions to understand your story, challenges, strengths and goals for treatment. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and to create new and better normals. You can expect honesty, humor when appropriate, and real talk about what it takes to move forward. Success is for you to leave our first session feeling supported, hopeful, and clear about the path forward. Remember: keep moving, one step at a time. I provide unconditional support while gently challenging you to grow and successfully complete your goals. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling unproductive, I am here to walk alongside you while helping you feel empowered, gain knowledge, understanding, and confidence. Aside from providing therapy, I am married and the father of three daughters, two in college and one in high school. I enjoy writing, making music, consulting, mentoring, and spending time with family and friends. I love learning and meeting new challenges, and I am continually looking for ways to grow and develop a healthier understanding of myself, others, and the world. Let's Ascend!

Hi! I'm Stacy Ford, LPC. I help college students and young women navigate anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, people-pleasing, and relationship challenges. Whether you're adjusting to college, figuring out your next steps, or feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to have it all together, you don't have to face it alone. My approach is warm, supportive, and solution-focused. Together, we'll identify unhelpful patterns, build healthier coping skills, and help you gain the confidence to set boundaries, manage stress, and create a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.

Hi! I'm Erika Hill, LPC. I enjoy helping college students and young women navigate the pressures of school, relationships, career planning, and life transitions. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, constantly comparing yourself to others, or wondering if you're "doing enough," you're not alone. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical. Together, we'll work to build confidence, manage stress and anxiety, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and define success on your own terms, not anyone else's. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and equipped to thrive both in college and beyond.

Hi! I'm Dr. Constance West, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I work with college students and young women who are managing stress, anxiety, trauma, racial identity-related concerns, chronic health conditions, or major life transitions. Whether you're balancing academics, relationships, family responsibilities, or your own well-being, you don't have to navigate it alone. My approach is culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and collaborative. Together, we'll explore the thoughts and experiences that shape your well-being, develop practical coping strategies, and create a plan that aligns with your values and goals. My goal is to help you feel empowered, supported, and equipped to thrive both in college and beyond.

I know what it feels like to hate your body, spend every waking moment thinking about food, constantly comparing yourself to others, and dealing with the sadness associated with not 'fitting in'. Throughout my experiences working with adults and children, I've witnessed entire transformations that come only as a result of addressing both physical needs and our individual psychological hurdles. I'll work with you to find solutions and tackle stressors, including those caused by low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, chronic dieting, or relationships. As a Body Love Coach and Licensed Professional Counselor, I work to equip women and girls with the knowledge, tools, and support they need in order to ROCK regardless of their weight or body image. **I'm in-network for Amerigroup, Blue Cross Blue Shield/Anthem, CareSource, Humana, and Peach State. I also provide therapy virtually and in the community.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Georgia and Louisiana providing therapy services as, Aspire Counseling. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of New Orleans and my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern Mississippi. I am trained in IFS, Somatic, and EMDR modalities. My style of therapy is integrational which includes a mixture of structural, experiential, and solution-focused therapy models. I offer both short and long-term therapy depending on the client’s needs. I only provide services virtually and specialize in women's mental health. Some of the issues I may address with clients include: personal growth parenting challenges anger management life transitions relationship difficulties depression and anxiety grief and loss setting boundaries stress management Website: www.aspirecounseling.org

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Vision STATEMENT “To empower, educate and motivate our clients to help themselves through relevant services AND LEARNED COPING SKILLS TO BECOME INDEPENDENT AND SELF-SUFFICIENT” Mission Statement CCC, LLC seeks to assist distressed CHILDREN AND families to empower themselves with knowledge and skills to appropriately manage their PHYSICAL AND mental health, FINANCES, social, family AND COMMUNITY interactions.

I work with anxiety and or depression triggered by single event trauma or complex trauma over time- trauma being any distressing situation where we feel helpless and powerless- These effects can create enduring shadows that stretch across our lives. Disconnected from ourselves and others, and detached from those we want to attach, we begin to think we are that disconnection itself, and it is too painful to be with ourselves or feel our feelings. We end up living in an unbalanced, reactive state of anxiety-or stuck in a freeze state of depression or shut-down. Wounding causes us to live from a defended and limited place of grief and anxieties, seeking any way to avoid and relieve pain. Therapy is the reparative process of healing in relationship and again living from our true authentic self with adaptability, resilience, and creativity. We work together to rebalance the nervous system, increase your ability to be embodied and be in relationship, and experience more completeness, joy, and connection. Work with me to regain your sense of self and feelings of connectedness and empowerment.

Hi! I'm Courtney a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist. I work with clients of all sexual orientations and identities including LGBTQ, kink, and the fetish community. I also work with monogamous and poly relationship structures. My main goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for you to talk about sex, sexual health, and relationships. Although I specialize in sexual health and relationships, I also treat other mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and body image concerns and as well as family conflict.

I am passionate about providing a safe space for my clients to find internal and external peace by living and loving more authentically. If you want to foster more love for yourself, boost your self-esteem, confidence, authenticity, start here. We can alleviate depression, anxiety, uncertainty; and heal your pain and trauma. I believe everyone deserves empathy and support free of judgment. I particularly love working with people in or considering non-monogamous relationships and transgender or gender non-conforming youth. Office hours include evenings and weekends (Sunday). I particularly love helping people considering and exploring ethical non-monogamy (swinging, polyamory) navigate the choppy waters of uncharted territory in their relationship(s). Because I am so passionate about this work, I host a free (donations encouraged) polyamory support group for anyone in or considering polyamorous relationships. I'm passionate about helping transgender youth (13-25) and their families who are discovering their identity and individuality. I facilitate a free weekly support group for transgender or gender non-conforming youth (23 or younger).

My practice philosophy is to treat the "whole person," addressing each client's physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural needs. I achieve this by creating and promoting conditions conducive to personal growth and development. I provide solutions-focused treatment using Mindfulness interventions that aim to help individuals attain optimal functioning in their life.

Let’s be real — asking for help feels hard. We’ve been taught that being the “strong one” means doing it all alone. That needing support somehow makes us weak, messy, or not put-together enough. Whether it’s from family, culture, or social media… the pressure to look like you’ve got it all figured out is exhausting. But here’s the truth: asking for help is a power move. It means you’re self-aware enough to know when something's off — and brave enough to do something about it. Healing doesn’t make you broken. It makes you real. It makes you whole. As your therapist, I’m not here to “fix” you — I’m here to help you find yourself again. Together, we’ll unpack what’s been heavy, rewire some patterns, and create space for you to breathe, grow, and show up as her — the version of you that’s confident, grounded, emotionally free, and fully in her power. Struggling with anxiety or overthinking? Tired of toxic relationships or feeling like you’re never enough? Burning out trying to keep it all together? It’s time to choose you. Not the perfect version. Not the polished mask. The real you — in progress, healing, and glowing. Let’s do the inner work, set the boundaries, and walk in purpose. Because the goal isn’t perfection. It’s progress.