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Therapists for college students near 31401

Stephanie Lee, PhD
Psychologist
Watkinsville, GA
Accepting new clients

It is incredibly important to have a space where you can just be you. My hope is to provide a comfortable place to talk and process life events, to celebrate successes and to navigate through challenges. There are so many different areas of life that are important, and balancing them all, while finding time to process it all can be challenging. Sometimes dealing with family relationships while away at school can be hard, especially when they are changing and shifting. At times, learning to navig...

Sandra Smith, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Savannah, GA
Accepting new clients

My name is Sandra Smith, a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialization in crisis counseling and crisis intervention supporting adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidal ideation, and life transitions. With a focus on creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment, I allow clients to share their stories at their own pace and in their own way, ensuring they feel heard and understood. In my practice, I am committed to providing ...

Whitney Hamilton
Pre-Licensed Professional
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

Struggling with college stress, anxiety, or life transitions? Let’s work through it—together. I specialize in helping young adults navigate challenges like anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life changes in a supportive, judgment-free space. Whether you're overwhelmed with school, adjusting to a new environment, or just feeling stuck, therapy can help you feel more grounded and empowered. I use a balanced, goal-oriented approach—drawing from CBT, SBT, humanistic, and EMDR techn...

Dr. Josephine Almanzar
Psychologist
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

I am a Licensed Psychologist who offers individual therapy, as well as learning disorders, ADHD, personality and psychopathology testing. My training has primarily consisted of working with college students in counseling centers, including the Georgia State University Counseling Center (Go Panthers)! I offer therapy and have experience addressing depression, self-esteem, grief, relationships, anxiety, and identity development. I also offer comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for learning...

Debi Huckaby
Pre-Licensed Professional
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

At Oconee Counseling, I specialize in working with college students who are navigating big transitions, anxiety, identity questions, and career uncertainty. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure of who you’re becoming, I offer a space to slow down, sort things out, and start making sense of what matters most. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and tailored to you. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy—because you’re not a one-size-fits-all person. I’ll help...

Jessica Mashburn, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

My name is Jessica (she/her) and thank you for considering me to be your therapist. I work to provide a warm and supportive environment for you to process the difficult things in life and discover helpful tools to use in your everyday life. I have a passion for supporting people that have experienced trauma, sexual violence, and relationship issues. I look forward to collaborating with you to help you build your resilience, self-compassion, and to develop a healthy support system. As a certif...

Yolanda Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor
griffin, GA
Accepting new clients

I’m a licensed counselor with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their strengths. I specialize in working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to the therapy process. In addition to my general practice, I have extensive experience supporting college students as they work through academic pressures, identity exploration, transitions, and personal growth. I understand...

Chris Settel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Watkinsville, GA
Accepting new clients

Chris is straight forward, motivating, and provides a safe space to both laugh and cry. Clients say he’s educated and savvy like an experienced therapist but relevant and youthful to college students. Chris has over 25 years of experience working in behavioral health. He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Georgia. Chris has worked in both the private and public sector and with a variety of populations. He has extensive work h...

Emily Carroll
Pre-Licensed Professional
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

I'm so glad you've found my page! My approach to therapy is grounded in helping you build self-awareness, heal from within, and create more room in your life for calm, confidence, and connection with yourself and others. I have 8 years of experience working directly with college students, so I deeply understand the stresses that come with this phase of life. I am passionate about helping you heal, live more fully, and get the most out of these college years. In our work together, we’ll gently e...

Jeff Duckworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dallas, GA
Accepting new clients

Hello and welcome! I'm Jeff Duckworth, a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Rogue Sun Counseling & Consulting. I've worked in the substance abuse field since 2013 and mental health since 2020. I've had the privilege to work as the Clinical Director at Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center and as the Executive Director at Hope Harbor Wellness and West Georgia Wellness Center. I'm a person in long-term recovery from addiction, and I’m especially passionate about supporting others in...

Michael Bergquist, LPC at Ataraxia Psychotherapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Watkinsville, GA
Accepting new clients

I enjoy providing college students across the southeast with individual therapy - undergrad, graduate students, and beyond. This work commonly focuses on helping students experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, academic stress, imposter syndrome, identity recognition, social challenges, relationship problems, and work/life balance. I have appointments available between 9:00am-6:00pm Monday through Friday. For more information, contact me by phone/text at: 706-749-4300 or email ataraxi...

Danneel Hubbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

I am a clinical social worker who provides individual therapy for adults. As a therapist my role is to provide a non-judgmental, safe environment for individuals to explore their life issues and support them in their personal growth. I find that a lot of us struggle with listening to our inner critic and often beat ourselves up for past regrets, as well as spending a lot of valuable time worrying about the past and the "what if's" in the future. I hope we can work together to quiet this critic a...

J. Scott Matthews, M.S., L.P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Brookhaven, GA
Accepting new clients

I specialize primarily in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD-spectrum disorders. I have 27 years of experience working with individuals and couples to address issues including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related difficulties, relationship problems and grief, among others, but currently I work primarily treating anxiety and/or OCD. I am skilled in ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) as well as a newer evidence-based OCD treatment, I-CBT (Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Ther...

Angela Mendez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Marietta, GA
Accepting new clients

I support students and young adults who are trying to hold it together while life feels anything but stable. Whether you're dealing with anxiety from academic pressures, family stress, financial responsibilities, or sudden life changes, therapy can be a place to figure things out in a calm, nonjudgmental space. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I also hold space for students who are trying to keep everything together but feel like they're cracking under the pressure of family expectations...

Robert Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

Hi there! If you're viewing my profile, please allow me to say how happy I am that you're taking a brave step towards being a healthier you! I am a licensed therapist who works with persons who's journeys include healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and unhealthy familial relationships. I love traditional talk therapy, but I also love to include the interests and skills of my clients which is why it's not unusual for me to have a guitar or paint or video games introduced into...

Owen Clark, LMSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Athens, GA
Accepting new clients

Finding a place where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and valued is hard. Have you ever felt like it was almost impossible to navigate spaces because you felt like your emotions were too big, or who you are is not enough or allowed? Maybe you're seeking a safe, understanding place to explore your identity or struggles with someone who "gets it." No matter what brings you here, I'm glad you're here. Together, we will create a space where your whole, authentic self is welcomed, affirmed, and...

Griffin Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Loganville, GA
Accepting new clients

I know that simply being around others feels like an almost impossible task much of the time; people can be selfish, ignorant, and judgmental, at times even your family and friends. You've endured abuse and often are overwhelmed with emotion. Your external life and what you feel within yourself can feel wholly disconnected -- It is precisely because of this disconnection that we suffer. I am here to listen, to learn of your experiences, and together we will awaken a new sense of yourself by disc...

Rebecca Leslie, PsyD
Group practice
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new clients

I work with people struggling with binge eating, emotional eating, body image, weight, other eating related concerns. I have a specific specialization in eating and eating disorders with a binge or over eating component. I also work with many students with anxiety, stress, depression, and insomnia. I am a warm, empathetic, and flexible psychologist. I use research supported approaches while personalizing therapy to best fit the unique needs of my clients. I also focus on building a strong an...

Meredith Hrebenak
Licensed Professional Counselor
Canton, GA
Accepting new clients

Feeling stuck? You’re not alone. Taking the first step toward change can feel overwhelming, but there’s no better time than now to prioritize your well-being. As a licensed and board-certified mental health counselor, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space to help you break through the barriers that may be holding you back—often rooted in past painful experiences. Together, we’ll explore how those experiences continue to affect you and work toward healing so you can move forward with greate...

Kelli McLeod-Roy
Group practice
Decatur, GA
Accepting new clients

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, general sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction? Are you and your partner not getting along as well as you would like? Are you having problems with alcohol or other substances? If so, let's set up some counseling for you to help decrease the negative and increase the positive in your life. My approach is empathetic and caring and of a cognitive behavioral orientation. I will help you identify and develop the skills and insights you need to experience su...

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