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Angela Blackshear, LMSW
Hi, I’m Angela, I’ve spent over a decade walking alongside individuals and families through seasons of change, healing, and growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, drawing from CBT, Solution-Focused, and Brief Treatment therapies. For those who wish, I can also integrate Christian biblical principles into our work to support healing that feels personal, authentic, and faith-aligned. "Helping you find peace, purpose, and growth—one step at a time."
Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Life coaching, Self esteem, Women's issues, Alcohol use, Anger management, Career counseling, Child or adolescent, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic illness, Chronic impulsivity, Chronic Relapse, Chronic pain, Codependency, Divorce, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Infertility, Infidelity, Internet addiction, Marital discord, Marital and premarital, Life transitions, Issues with pornography use, Parenting, OCD, Peer relationship, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Relationships, Oppositional defiance, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Stress, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, Teen violence, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Weight loss, Academic underachievement, Eating disorders, School issues, Social media
Behavioral issues
Amy Richardson, LMSW
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re navigating grief, trauma, life transitions, or seeking greater clarity and balance, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll explore your unique challenges and strengths in a safe, compassionate space where you can feel truly heard and understood. My approach blends evidence-based techniques with creative and introspective tools, tailored to help you uncover insights and move toward your goals. I believe in creating a nurturing, nonjudgmental environment, and I look forward to walking this journey with you!
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Grief, ADHD, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic illness, Codependency, Coping skills, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Hoarding, Infertility, Infidelity, Life transitions, Bipolar disorder, Behavioral issues, Life coaching, Parenting, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Suicidal ideation, Substance use disorder, Stress, Spirituality, Sleep or insomnia, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Sexual abuse, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Self harming, Self esteem, Chronic Relapse, Chronic pain
Behavioral issues
Sulonda Smith, LPC
Imagine waking up feeling calm, happier, and more confident because you've mastered coping skills that decrease anxiety, anger, frustration, and fear! For almost 30 years, in a nonjudgmental and nurturing way, I've helped people live happier lives. Pain has been normalized and we get locked into toxic cycles, then suffer. Learning to love and accept yourself through tough experiences can seem hard to do; but once you learn to change how you think and feel, the situation will change too. I use humor and care as a healing tool. I've helped hundreds of men & women including from racially diverse backgrounds.
Anxiety, Depression, Marital and premarital, Relationships, Divorce, Grief, Anger management, Life coaching, Men's issues, Self esteem, Spirituality, Stress, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Marital discord, Coping skills, Dual diagnosis, Addiction, Codependency, Issues with pornography use, Family conflict, Sleep or insomnia, Women's issues, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Susan Miles, LPC
Hello. My name is Susan. You can call me Mrs. Sue for short. I have been in the counseling field for 13 years now and I really love what I do. I mainly work with young adults and middle age. My goal is to help us all live a better life while we look forward to our future. I love to see growth in others because it means that positive things are bound to happen. My focus areas are mental health, families, anxiety, grief and depression. I hope I can help you with your issues and overcoming many problems in life.
Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, ADHD, Stress, Women's issues, Relationships, Self esteem
Behavioral issues
Patricia Washington, APC
I have been certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors since 2005 with undergraduate and graduate degrees (B.S. '04, M.Ed., '05) from Vanderbilt University. I've provided mental health services in clinical, community, and school settings for children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe there is power is bringing the darkness to light and while we may not always be able to change our circumstances, understanding them better can always promote coping and healing.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Child or adolescent, Marital and premarital, Parenting, ADHD, Alcohol use, Coping skills, Family conflict, Peer relationship, Marital discord, School issues, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Academic underachievement, Divorce, Codependency, Chronic impulsivity, Grief, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual abuse, Self harming, Spirituality, Sports performance, Stress, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Jillian Bursh-Puplampu, APC
Hello! I am a graduate of Troy University where I received my MS in Clinical Mental Health. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I utilize interventions and theoretical models informed by experiential therapy, client-centered therapy, the humanistic approach, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, and parenting skills. I have a military background and have served for over eight years and provided career counseling to service members. I can provide a supportive space to explore your concerns. I welcome you to start on your healing journey with me.
Anxiety, Depression, Family conflict, Career counseling, Behavioral issues, Grief, Life coaching, Parenting, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Life transitions, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Toni Latham, LPC
Life is a journey that leads us on familiar & sometimes challenging pathways. With us working together, you are in control of navigating your life & I am here to inspire you in becoming competent within your abilities of controlling your own positive changes. We will work on building & maintaining a genuine professional relationship & develop a focus on getting you to where you want to be ultimately. I am experienced in numerous mental health topics including the areas of career, anxiety, coaching, and enjoy helping individuals navigate life events. I look forward to our journey & being a part of your pathway.
Academic underachievement, Behavioral issues, Career counseling, Coping skills, Depression, Infertility, Self esteem, Relationships, Life coaching, School issues, Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Grief, Codependency, Family conflict, Obesity, Peer relationship, Parenting, Spirituality, Social media, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Divorce, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Infidelity, Life transitions, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Weight loss, Marital and premarital, Internet addiction, Chronic pain
Behavioral issues
Daine Barlow, LPC
If you are struggling with mental health I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the states of Florida and Georgia with over 7 years devoted to helping individuals cope with a variety of mental health disorders. I have a Master degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs. I believe in taking a collaborative approach in helping clients reach their goals. My style of therapy is informal, compassionate, and responsive to each person’s unique needs. I am available for live video, chat, phone and messaging.
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Chronic impulsivity, Childhood abuse/neglect, Codependency, Coping skills, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Self esteem, Women's issues, Narcissistic personality
Behavioral issues
Dr. Veanda Hemphill, LPC
I have over a decade of clinical experience helping adults with life transitions, women issues, career development, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma. I understand that finding the right therapist can be a little overwhelming. So, when you are ready, I welcome you to discuss the beginning of the healing journey. First and foremost, I offer a safe space for individualism. And my focus is always on the individual and through a partnership, we will create coping strategies that help to reframe negative thoughts in an attempt to limit emotional and behavioral reactivity with therapeutic interventions.
Anxiety, Depression, Career counseling, Coping skills, Life transitions, Marital discord, Codependency, Emotional disturbance, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
Dr. D'Ann Downey, Psychologist
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 40 years, 20 of that as a licensed clinical social worker and 20+ as a clinical psychologist. The combination of those two degrees has been invaluable for me. With my social work background I learned much about family systems theory. With my doctorate in psychology I obtained more knowledge in depth of personality development. I think in terms of the early developmental years and how they impact who we are and our life choices. We may not be able to change others but we can change ourselves and therefore feel happier and more fulfilled.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Family conflict, Marital and premarital, Weight loss, Women's issues, Stress, Divorce, Eating disorders
Behavioral issues
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Can psychologists diagnose or prescribe medication in Athens?
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