Therapists for college students near 30309

Dr. Chadha is Board certified in General Adult Psychiatry. She has 15 years of practice experience in diverse clinical settings. She makes a genuine effort to facilitate a comfortable environment for patients. That allows her to create a connection with patients that is so important for a healing relationship and quality care.

Avis's biggest accomplishment is obtaining her PhD in Social Work amidst the death of both of her parents in the same year. Hobbies include dance, listening to music, watching boxing, football and basketball games, traveling, and spending time with close friends and family.

Adaobi Ofoma, PhD., is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor who has been practicing since 2014. She graduated from Capella University with a doctoral degree in General Psychology and a concentration in Community Counseling from Argosy University. "? Dr. Adaobi believes that the overall wellbeing of an individual encompasses an inner sense of purpose, self-control, and a meaningful existence. She believes each client is unique and stives to provide guidance to help the client make better lifestyle choices. ""

I am a compassionate, responsible and experienced board certified psychiatrist. After graduated from Xiangya School of Medicine China, I worked at UT Southwestern Medical Center conducting neuroscience projects. I then completed my psychiatric resident training in Delaware Psychiatric Center and Emory University. I have acquired diverse clinic experience through the past 10 years working in different settings, including outpatient clinics and inpatient units with patients from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Education & Certifications Doctor of Medicine and Bachelor of Medicine Sept.

Suwanne Sancko is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. In addition, she is a Certified Master Addiction Counselor. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology and Women Studies from the State University of New York at Albany. Suwanne trained at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and substance abuse treatment facility. She has comprehensive experience with assessing and counseling adolescents and adults with co-occurring disorders. Suwanne is an energetic, caring, and open-minded therapist. Her goal is to instill confidence in her clients while using evidence-based techniques. She aids clients in developing their sense of self, self-awareness and assessing their own readiness for change and growth. Suwanne is nurturing, warm, and solution focused. She is great at getting to the root of difficulties/issues to help her clients process and heal. Outside of work, Suwanne loves cooking and listening to music at the same time. Her passion is traveling and trying new food wherever she goes.

Jean works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Jean believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.

My nursing career started in 1980 from Nigeria, where I worked in all areas of nursing. Moved to the United States in 1984, I was in Los Angeles, California for 10 years, and in 1994 I relocated to Atlanta, Georgia. In 1997, I focused mainly on mental health conditions in our state psychiatry hospital, later transition to the Federal level at the Atlanta VA mostly with the adult populations. I consider myself a compassionate and caring individual with a special passion for those who serve our nation, as I am a mother of two Air Force Veterans. It is my greatest honor and passion to help others achieve mental wellness and stability with 39 years of dedicated service to assisting individuals overcome their fears, understand their options and get to a "better place sooner" through brief psychotherapy, mental health medication assessment, and management. I take delight in providing brief therapy, supportive and problem-solving consultations. Always ready to give the needed support to begin feeling like themselves again, I consider it a great pleasure to serve and advocate for mental healthcare and to play an integral role in reducing the negative stigma one patient at a time bringing hope and joy.

Shakaola is a Board Certified Adult Health Nurse Practitioner with an extensive background in Mental Health. She has worked both inpatient, outpatient, and consulting services for the adult population. Combing clinical education and experience has molded her into a well-rounded Practitioner. It has also provided a strong foundation for optimum patient care and improving patient outcomes. She is dedicated to improving access to emotional and behavioral health services and providing individualized care that addresses the whole person.

Joseph is very passionate about his work and views the therapeutic process as collaboration between equals. Joseph believes that therapy is your time and he is just a guide to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Joseph strongly believes in the value of discovering and using our sources of enjoyment and other personal strengths to improve our ability to deal with life's various challenges. Joseph has worked with people from all walks of life and has extensive experience working with teens and young adults on variety of challenges including gender issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and loss. Joseph enjoys nature in all of its forms and spends much of his free time engaging in a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and camping. He also enjoys reading history, sports, playing video games, and creative hobbies such as woodcarving and painting.

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.

Lenissa has a bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology and had completed her master's degree in Clinical Social Work at the Smith College School for Social Work. Moreover, she as a post-graduate training in Psychoanalysis and Mental Health. Lenissa is also a certified Play Therapist. Lenissa is a committed person, with a proactive and engaging clinical approach. She believes that her learned listening skills combined with her intrinsic empathetic qualities, collaborate to establish a truly and deep connection with her clients. In her view as a therapist, this connection/relationship is the most important tool to achieve therapeutic gains. Lenissa speaks English, and Portuguese.

Tony Sykes, LPC Tony Sykes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2011. Tony is a clinician that serves individuals who have anxiety and depression. He works with individuals that are bipolar and teenagers and young adults who are trying to figure out who they are gender identity and sexuality wise. Tony is a part of the LGBTQIA community, so he wants to serve the community. Tony offers disability advocacy and HIV and STI processing. As you can see, Tony has many skills, plus some he didn't mention. Outside of work, Tony enjoys creativity and directing. He has done some modeling and is an author. His current passion right now is going through a rebirth of his own and creating a brand for people with disability discussing their struggles as disabled people whether sexually or mentally and some disability cannot be seen. So, the Rollon Rebel brand is being created to help build confidence within their selves. He is a mentor but is the life of the party and sometimes just wants to be alone.

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.

Dr. Jeffrey Rausch is a Psychiatrist in Georgia who has been practicing since 1982. He obtained his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia, completed his psychiatry residency at University of South Carolina, and took a fellowship in Psychopharmacology Research at University of California School of Medicine, San Diego having since served then on faculties of UCSD, MCG, and Emory University, previously as Professor and Case Distinguished Chair of Psychiatry and Health Behavior at the Medical College of Georgia. At LifeStance, Dr. Rausch is now available for telemedicine consultation and medication management in collaboration with their mental health team for treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, autism, and PTSD. In his free time, Dr. Rausch enjoys outdoor sports and music.

Kristi Durden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor's in Broadcasting and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Kristi became a therapist after attending therapy, since she saw first-hand how helpful it was and wanted to offer this life-changing experience to others. Kristi always provides a welcoming and safe environment to assist clients in exploring their experiences, validating and challenging them while remaining open-minded. Kristi likes to meet clients where they are and help them identify their therapy goals and facilitate progress toward them. Outside of work, Kristi enjoys gardening, traveling, exercising, attending shows/concerts and spending time with family and friends.

The Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy (ACIP) is a space where your story matters, and your identity is celebrated. We specialize in culturally affirming, decolonized Individual, Relationship, and Group Therapy tailored to the realities of modern life. Our practice is dedicated to providing exceptional care for everyone, with a heartfelt focus on those in marginalized communities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), and LGBTQ+ individuals. Our practice is anti-oppressive, anti-racist, sex-positive, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, and affirming of folks from LGBTQ+, Kink, and Polyamory/Consensual non-monogamy communities. At ACIP, you’ll find a safe, affirming place to show up as your authentic self. We believe you deserve a therapist who gets it—who sees and affirms the beautiful complexity of your intersectional identities. Whether you're navigating life's challenges or simply seeking a space to grow, we're here to support you.

Hi, I’m Nikoleta! I’m an international doctoral student from Greece, and for the past seven years I’ve called the U.S. home—living in both the Northeast and the South. Before pursuing psychology, I was a Division I athlete, an experience that gave me first-hand insight into body image struggles and the stigma surrounding mental health across different systems and communities. I’m passionate about uplifting and centering voices that have historically been excluded, both within my own communities and beyond. My path into psychology began with recognizing how stigma shaped the lives of those I care about, and how systemic barriers have marginalized people for far too long. When we work together, you can expect a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we’ll explore your authentic self, replace fear and shame with self-acceptance, set healthy boundaries, and nurture deeper connections. Together, we’ll honor your intersecting identities, heal wounds of oppression, and strengthen your confidence so you can live with clarity, purpose, and self-worth. At my core, I’m guided by curiosity, compassion, and a genuine love for people. I strive to create spaces that feel safe, welcoming, and warm. I believe in the importance of balance—embracing the many roles and identities we carry—and in celebrating the richness of our multifaceted selves. My hope is that everyone I work with feels safe, seen, valued, and deeply connected.

My experiences as a queer, transgender man from the South inform how I move through the world and how I work with clients. I understand the challenges and inherent stress of navigating institutional, educational, and family systems that fail to make space for all identities and backgrounds. My approach is grounded in anti-oppressive and culturally affirming principles and I enjoy working with individuals of all backgrounds. I aim to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients can experience and examine themselves and experiment with new skills and perspectives. I collaborate with clients to co-create realistic goals and sustainable solutions that honor and encompass their unique identities, challenges, and strengths. I have experience working with a variety of backgrounds and concerns and I have particular expertise working with gender identity and sexuality (LGBTQIA+), trauma, individuals living in larger bodies, individuals in helping professions, life transitions, and young adults. My commitment to social justice and advocacy extends to my work as a researcher and counselor educator-in-training. My primary areas of research are improving counselor training concerning LGBTQIA+ and larger-bodied individuals, demystifying research for students from marginalized backgrounds, and combating cisnormativity in counseling research.

Many of the people I work with live in the “in-between” — between cultures, identities, roles, and expectations. Maybe you’re constantly navigating competing demands from family, community, and self. Maybe you feel caught between pride in your roots and the ache of not quite fitting in. That kind of in-betweenness can carry invisible grief, deep resilience, and stories that are layered and complex. Therapy with me is a place where all of that gets to exist. Where silence—once a survival strategy—no longer has to be your default. Where you don’t have to explain why you’re tired or tone yourself down to be understood. You get to show up as you are—messy, in progress, tender, whole. I offer a supportive, affirming, and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences with curiosity and compassion. My work is rooted in a trauma-informed, multicultural frame-work, because I know that our relationships—with family, partners, culture, and self—shape so much of how we move through the world. I’m especially passionate about supporting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ folks, and anyone navigating the complexities of intersectional identities. Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, working through relationship dynamics, or exploring identity, I’m here to help you reconnect—with yourself, your story, and your values. Together, we’ll look at the patterns that have helped you survive, even if they’re no longer serving you. We’ll unpack the unspoken “rules” you’ve been carrying, and gently build new ways of living that feel more aligned, grounded, and free. With individuals, our work might focus on: • Honoring your cultural and personal history while creating space for your own voice • Tending to the inner critic or survival modes that no longer reflect who you want to be • Cultivating emotional flexibility and self-compassion With couples and polycules, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners move beyond the surface-level conflicts and into the deeper emotions underneath. Often, what looks like disconnection is really a longing—to be seen, to be safe, to feel understood. We’ll slow things down, make space for those vulnerable moments, and help you learn how to reach for one another in ways that build trust, not distance. This work can be especially powerful for couples navigating cultural differences, unspoken family dynamics, or intergenerational expectations. Whether you're seeking therapy as an individual or as part of a couple or polycule, our work will move at your pace and be centered around your needs. You don’t have to hold it all together here. We’ll make room for your full self—your questions, your emotions, your healing. One step at time.