Finding Words, Confidence, and Connection Through Play

When children don’t have the words to explain what they’re feeling, their behavior often tells the story. Anxiety, big emotions, school struggles, or changes at home can be difficult for children to understand and even harder to express. Therapy can provide a safe place to explore those feelings, build confidence, and develop healthy ways to cope.

Through play, children often communicate what they can’t yet say with words. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families, creating a warm, supportive space where clients can feel understood and empowered to grow. I believe therapy should meet each person where they are and build on their unique strengths, needs, and interests.

My Approach

My approach is warm, person-centered, and collaborative. With children, I use child-centered play therapy along with sandtray, dramatic play, puppets, art, and other creative expressive interventions to help children process emotions and experiences in ways that feel natural to them. With teens and young adults, I provide a supportive space to explore self-esteem, relationships, identity, anxiety, and life’s transitions.

I also believe parents and caregivers are an important part of a child’s growth. Through parent consultations, I partner with families to better understand their child’s needs, celebrate progress, and support continued growth at home and beyond.

Insurance & Availability

> Insurances: Aetna, Cigna and BCBS

> Monday 10:00am-5:00pm

> Tuesday 10:00am-5:00pm

> Wednesday 10:00am-5:00pm

> Thursday 10:00am-5:00pm

Background & Focus

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia College & State University and a Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marshall University. My clinical experience has primarily focused on children and adolescents through play therapy, individual counseling, and parent consultations.

Areas of focus include:

> Play Therapy, Anxiety, ADHD, Emotional Regulation, Self-Esteem, School Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Life Transitions, and Parent Support

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you or your child.

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Finding Calm and Connection in the Chaos

Life can often feel like a never-ending rollercoaster. Whether you feel stuck in a relationship, disconnected from yourself, or like your career is an exhausting uphill climb, it can feel as though you’re carrying an invisible weight alone.

Therapy is a space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where you can begin to explore painful emotions and find the relief, clarity, and deeper connection you’ve been longing for.

My Approach

Clients often describe me as calm, curious, and steady. My approach integrates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you connect more deeply with yourself and live more fully in the present moment.

Insurance & Availability

>Insurance Accepted: Aetna and Cigna

>Monday: In-Office or Virtual Sessions

>Thursday & Friday: Virtual Sessions Only

Background & Focus

I hold an MA in Marriage and Family Counseling and an MA in Human Services (Crisis and Trauma). (License #: APC010286; under Supervision of Victoria Hicks LPC,CPCS)

Areas of focus include:

>Relational conflict, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, People pleasing, Spirituality, Grief, and ADHD

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you.

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Making Space for Meaningful Change

Maybe you’ve spent a long time trying to change parts of yourself that you wish were different. You may be navigating a relationship that feels stuck, struggling to understand yourself, or feeling ready for something to change but unsure where to begin. Therapy can be a place to slow down, understand yourself more fully, and discover what meaningful change looks like for you.

I work with adults and couples who are seeking greater self-understanding, healthier relationships, and meaningful growth. I believe each person has both strengths and growing edges that deserve to be understood and accepted. My role is to help you explore those parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion so you can make intentional choices about where you want to go next.

My Approach

My approach is warm, humanistic, and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and accepted as you are. Together, we’ll explore the patterns, experiences, and relationships that shape your life while identifying areas where you may want to create change. When appropriate, I incorporate skill-based approaches such as DBT and choice-based therapy to support your individual needs and goals.

Insurance & Availability

> Insurances: Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield

> In-Office & Virtual Sessions Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday

Background & Focus

I recently earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Georgia. My clinical experience includes providing counseling through the University of North Georgia Counseling Clinic, where I supported clients from diverse backgrounds and across a variety of life circumstances. These experiences have strengthened my belief that mental health care should be accessible, compassionate, and grounded in the whole person.

Areas of focus include:

> Self-Acceptance, Anxiety, Life Transitions, ADHD, Self-Esteem, Emotional Regulation, Personal Growth, and Relationships

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you.

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From “Running on Empty” to Grounded Resilience

You may look like you’re holding it all together—but inside, you’re tired, overstimulated, or disconnected. Perhaps you’re the “strong one” caring for everyone else, leading, and creating, while quietly running on empty. You want more than just survival; you want to feel emotionally steady and connected to who you really are.

I work with adults and groups—specifically helpers, leaders, and creatives—who are ready to slow down and build a more sustainable way of living. Together, we focus on emotional regulation and inner healing to move you toward a life of deeper balance.

My Approach

Clients often describe my presence as grounding, nurturing, and calming. I believe healing happens when the nervous system feels safe and your inner wisdom is honored. My approach is holistic and deeply relational, integrating:

>Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation * Somatically-Informed Care (including the body in the process)

>Practical Tools for real-life change and restoration

Background & Experience

I bring over 20 years of experience in the wellness and healing arts. I am currently a graduate intern completing my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at National Louis University. My background includes:

>Certified Sound Therapist & Yoga Nidra Instructor

>Facilitator of women’s healing retreats and community wellness programs

>BA in Sociology from Columbia College

Areas of Focus

>Burnout & Stress: Moving from exhaustion to sustainable energy

>Life & Career: Transitions, Career Pivots, & Wealth Management

>Emotional Health: Anxiety, Grief, Loss, & Self-Esteem

>Identity: Women’s Issues & Mindfulness

A Powerful Act of Self-Care If you’re feeling called to slow down and tend to your well-being in a deeper way, I invite you to reach out. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.

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Helping You Navigate Life When It Feels Like “Too Much”

You’re doing your best—but lately, it still feels like it isn’t enough. Whether you are overwhelmed by school, family pressure, or the weight of trying to figure out where you fit, you don’t have to carry it alone. Some days you might feel anxious or down for no clear reason; other days, you’re just tired of pretending you’re okay.

I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for teens (11+), adults, couples, and families who feel stuck, scattered, or burnt out. Together, we will unpack what’s going on and define what healing looks like for you.

My Approach

Clients often describe me as easy to talk to, curious, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should be collaborative and free of pressure. I utilize evidence-based methods tailored to your needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered Therapy.

Insurance & Availability

>Insurance Accepted: Aetna and Cigna

>Tuesday & Wednesday: Virtual Sessions Only

>Thursday: In-Office or Virtual Sessions

Background & Focus

I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a BA in Human Services from National Louis University.

(Under Supervision of Ashley Nollenberger, LPC, CPCS)

Areas of focus include:

>Anxiety, ADHD, Trauma, Body Image, Depression, LGBTQ+, Grief, and Self-Esteem.

Starting therapy is a powerful act of self-care. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can connect and see if we’re a good fit for your journey.

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Finding Your Way Back to Yourself

You’ve spent so much time meeting everyone else’s expectations that you’ve lost sight of what you need. Maybe you’re navigating a life transition, questioning who you are, or carrying grief, perfectionism, or experiences from your past that still affect you today. Therapy can be a space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin creating a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

I work with young adults, adults, parents, and individuals in the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities who are looking for a space where they can feel understood, supported, and empowered. Whether you’re struggling with self-esteem, relationship challenges, religious trauma, grief, or simply feeling stuck, we’ll work together to better understand your experiences and identify meaningful steps forward.

My Approach

My approach is holistic, humanistic, and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to help you uncover your strengths, gain new perspectives, and develop practical tools that support the life you want to create.

When it aligns with your goals, I incorporate music, creative expression, and other experiential approaches to encourage self-expression, deepen insight, and support personal growth. Together, we’ll explore patterns, process difficult experiences, and move forward with compassion, curiosity, and intention.

Insurance & Availability

> Insurances: Aetna, BCBS and Cigna

> Virtual Sessions:

> Monday

>Tuesday

>Wednesday

>Thursday

>Saturday

Background & Focus

I am a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Belmont University and a Master of Social Work from Florida State University. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a Behavior Specialist, Social Worker, and Social Emotional Learning Specialist, supporting individuals and communities through a variety of personal and life challenges.

Areas of focus include:

> Self-Esteem, Perfectionism, Grief, Relationship Concerns, Religious Trauma, Life Transitions, Personal Growth, Identity, and Parenting

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you.

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