*Telehealth/video sessions I have spent most of my career working as a therapist in a college counseling center. I am very familiar with all the challenges that being a student and balancing a new life bring. Becoming who you are going to be -while feeling and balancing all the things can seem so overwhelming! I work well with students who are struggling with fear, anxiety (social and other), relationships, old memories, trau...
Welcome. I'm so glad you stopped by. I specialize in working with young adults and college students experiencing life transitions, anxiety, loss, disappointment, spiritual issues, and relationship/family issues. The primary goal of my practice is to create an environment of safety and respect for you to experience connection, heal hurts, develop awareness, and grow personally. When appropriate, I enjoy working with clients who wish to incorporate their faith into counseling. Together, we will...
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Sarah has experience working with clients struggling with issues related to anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, depression, mood dysregulation, substance abuse and relationship issues. College is a uniquely challenging time and Sarah is passionate about helping students to navigate the struggles they may be facing during this time. Sarah has experience working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, immigration ...
(At this time, all sessions are video connected.) I seek to share the best brain-based information with students during your college years. You are creative, resourceful and whole. One sign of being whole is asking for help, academically or therapeutically. Together, we will rediscover your success in the challenges you face today. We will heal and reframe the executive function challenges you have face. We will rewrite your future success story by changing your habits and providing new self-ca...
I consider therapy a collaborative practice in communication and connection, and work with couples and individuals. My open-minded and accepting approach to therapy helps people heal trauma, process loss, manage stress, make strong decisions and better understand relationships. I draw from many different disciplines to treat the whole person. Welcoming and practical, my approach doesn’t depend on any specific philosophy—I get to know you, your needs and your goals—then tailor the experience t...
You've come to the right place. Many of the problems you face involve relationships. Improving relationships is a mainstay of what I do. Call now to find out how you can improve the relationships in your life! I can also help with stress, anxiety and almost anything that ails you. Yes, I can help. Maybe you've heard of counseling or psychotherapy and because of stigma or a belief it was for people with "real problems," you hesitated to contact a therapist. I teach truly effective ways to deal...
Dr. Shah is a Therapist In Atlanta, who works with adults facing ongoing challenges or momentary stressful situations, feeling stuck in their thoughts and emotions, or trying to reach an overall increased wellness. Therapy is tailored to your unique history, challenges, and goals as we collaborate to apply growth in the therapy room to real life. Therapy with Dr. Shah often involves stress management, dealing with depression or anxiety, and gaining resiliency. Dr. Shah has completed speciali...
Our counseling practice sees life's challenges as opportunities to understand ourselves more fully. Our therapeutic process is collaborative; we will honor your journey with non-judgment, confidentiality, and respect. You have likely found yourself in search of a therapist because something in your life is asking to be explored and shifted. You may be searching for a way to handle life stressors with more mastery, heal from past wounds, create stronger and more fulfilling relationships with y...
Does life sometimes look different than you expected it to be? Do you wonder about your life purpose or what gives you value? We all wrestle with our identity and challenge our self-worth when difficult times emerge in our lives. Some of us struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, or life stage issues and need someone to walk with us and help us navigate during those times. I would love to journey with you through the ordinary and the extraordinary moments of your life. I weave the unique kn...
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....
Hi, I'm glad you are reaching out for help and to begin the process of self-discovery. Due to COVID, I'm currently providing only telehealth sessions. We can all encounter barriers — often these are out of our awareness — that prevent us from thriving in our careers and in relationships. I believe the therapeutic relationship offers a unique opportunity in the here-and-now to increase our self-awareness and understand the influence of the past on our present behavior. I work collaborativ...
I love working with motivated individuals who are striving to reduce anxiety, move past overwhelm, and bring balance back into their lives. School is filled with new experiences and transitions that can kick off or intensify anxiety and stress. It doesn't have to be that way. I can help you get to the root of what's bothering you and teach you tools to move forward with your life and goals. I specialize in working with adults and caregivers affected by cancer or chronic illness. I also work...
You want to "feel more like yourself" at school, at work, in your intimate relationships. You want to love freely, find balance, or prepare for a change. We can explore the WHYs or focus on the HOWs. I can help you understand in consultation, coaching, or psychotherapy the repeating patterns that impact your wellbeing and gain new skills to create and discover choices. We will talk about relationships, intimacy, sexuality to understand how you relate and connect (family, friends, colleagues, pa...
I am a passionate therapist with a long history of working with adolescents and college students. I am from Atlanta, went to high school in Kennesaw, college in Athens, and graduate school in Seattle. A significant portion of my practice includes college students from various institutions around metro Atlanta, primarily, Emory University, Georgia State, Georgia Tech, Georgia Gwinnett College, and Kennesaw State. I am trained in various models of therapy and also enjoy collaborating with clients ...
I get it. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexual orientation? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever. You w...
Melissa Light holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Emory University. She received her Master's Degrees in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University and in Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. Melissa completed her practicum and internship at Ray of Hope, providing play therapy for children and individual and couples counseling for adults. She has worked with individuals to address mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and relationship issues. In addi...
Managing school coursework, social commitments, family obligations, and future life planning can be a lot. College years can be really wonderful but can also become quite overwhelming at times. If you're finding it difficult to manage it all, let's talk. You've set out to better your life by earning a degree and you don't have to struggle through the experience. I work with clients attempting to manage increased feelings of anxiety and depression. Sometimes these feelings are due to the ...