Therapists for college students near Georgia State University

A Place for Me Counseling is a beacon of expertise and inclusiveness created to provide a secure and nurturing space for clients. Our devoted clinicians specialize in aiding individuals, couples, and families as they navigate the complexities of trauma, anxiety, depression, life adjustments, and relationship challenges. Going beyond conventional counseling, we embrace innovative techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), hypnotherapy, sex therapy, and the gold standard for anxiety-related disorders, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). Our approach encompasses a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including internal family systems (IFT), solution-focused, grief, narrative, acceptance and commitment (ACT), and cognitive behavior therapies (CBT). Beyond our commitment to traditional counseling, we recognize the pivotal role of personal development coaching in fostering essential skills needed to accomplish identified goals. By seamlessly blending counseling expertise with coaching principles, we empower our diverse clientele to effectively manage intense emotions, overcome obstacles, and develop the competencies needed for personal and professional success.

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or non-stop overthinking? You might feel overwhelmed by academic pressure, social or relationship stress, internship/job searching, or family issues. Therapy can give you a space to make sense of it all and actually start feeling relief. My style is warm, thoughtful, and direct. Together, we’ll explore how your experiences shape your thought patterns while building practical strategies to manage difficult thoughts and emotions so you can navigate life with more clarity, confidence, and ease. Visit my website or contact me via email to for a free 15 minute phone consultation or to schedule an appointment.

You feel the pressure to be in control all the time…with food, relationships, your job, your appearance. You may be fed up with melting down over a picture of yourself, feeling like you can’t stop thinking about food no matter what you do, or feeling hopeless that things will ever get better. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to go clothes shopping without fear. You’re ready to start spending time with friends again. Most of all, you’re ready to feel fulfilled and have the life you want. Clients come to me looking for a therapist who “gets” it, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and supported to explore the roots of your relationship with food and body. Sessions with me are interactive and collaborative, and we always go at your pace, never pushing to a place you don’t feel ready to be. As an experienced eating disorder therapist, I believe that all women deserve to have permission (from themselves) to live full and empowered lives. You don’t have to keep feeling like a failure because your body has changed, and you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out today for a free 15-minute consultation. I can’t wait to hear from you.

We specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT). DBT is an Evidenced-based therapy to treat severe anxiety, emotional dysregulation and facilitate healthier relationships. Group and individual therapy are provided via Online Therapy (zoom).

Grounded Wellbeing is a gender-affirming and queer-friendly psychotherapy and holistic wellness practice with offices in Downtown Decatur and Kennesaw. As a collective, we believe in the power of healing within the community and work towards providing a brave and affirming space for our clients to explore current challenges. Our therapists offer a range of services, including traditional psychotherapy, gender-affirming support, transformation coaching, EMDR, religious trauma recovery, clinical hypnotherapy, sound healing, yoga therapy, reiki, meditation, and more. Our goal is to provide a safe space for individuals to feel supported and empowered to express their authentic selves.

You've worked so hard to get where you are. Hours and hours in the library, in the gym, in the practice studio. You care about excellence. But all that pressure you put on yourself, wanting to be perfect and for everyone to love you? It's wearing you out. Stress, anxiety, constant thoughts zooming through your head. I'm glad you're here, and I hope I can help. I've been helping people just like you for almost two decades. People who have been super successful but also super stressed, anxious and sad. I am committed to treating the whole you, which means that an important step to feeling better is to look at all the parts of your life (physical health, relationships, work, self-care) and how those parts of your life are affecting how you feel and how you act. When you feel well emotionally, physically, and socially; your quality of life can genuinely improve. I hope to work with any of you who feel "stuck" in your lives; who are struggling with anxiety, stress, perfectionism, or body image. I have a particular specialization in working with athletes of all levels; professional, collegiate, and recreational. As a former collegiate volleyball and softball player, I understand that athletic performance incorporates so much more than physical training. I work with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, confidence, focus, or team dynamics. Additionally, I see athletes after they have experienced some major event in their athletic lives; such as acute and chronic injuries, pain, illness, or physical changes with aging. Athletes also struggle frequently with eating concerns and body image. Therapy is teamwork--we will develop a plan and goals that work for you to live your healthiest life!

Life can sometimes be difficult, and stressful when you are going to college and preparing for your future. I am passionate about listening to you share your concerns, and helping clients find solutions to a wide range of life stressors. As a client, you can expect to be supported every step of the way on your recovery journey. You can expect to receive compassionate, confidential support, and develop practical tools for lasting recovery and life transformation.

The Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy is a group practice focused on providing culturally-responsive psychotherapy to the BIPOC, Latinx and LGBTQ+ communities. ACIP is grounded in the understanding that all identities (cultural, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual) and all bodies deserve access to culturally affirming mental healthcare. Our practice is sex-positive, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, anti-racist and affirming of folks from LGBTQ+, Kink, and Polyamory/Consensual Non-Monogamy communities."

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My goal as a therapist is to create room for reflection, healing, and building coping skills so you can embrace the vibrant life you want. I want to foster a sense of peace in the midst of struggle and instill hope that things can get better. My hopes for you during the counseling process are that you feel heard and seen, begin to see things in a new way, get moving where you feel stuck, and discover strengths you didn’t know you had. I especially love working with college students as they navigate life and career transitions, balance their academic and social commitments, and develop their unique identity. If you feel that we would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at Joy@eastatlantacounseling.com or (404) 491-0449. Joy is supervised by Cat Moon, LCSW.

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I work with adolescents (12+) and young adult women who are struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, self-esteem challenges, anxiety, and relational difficulties. They are often adjusting to major life transitions such as relationship changes, switching schools, and/or changing jobs. Together, we will explore how these experiences impact your sense of self and help you build confidence, set boundaries, and find balance in the midst of change. I offer a trauma-informed, person-centered approach using evidence-based methods like CBT, gestalt, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. I am trained in Trauma Focused-CBT at the Medical University of South Carolina. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel truly heard and understood. Getting started with therapy can feel like a big step and that’s totally normal. But reaching out is also a really brave move. Whether you’re ready to dive in or just exploring the idea, feel free to reach out. I’d be honored to support you and walk alongside you in whatever you're going through. You matter. You’re not in this alone.

Our practice completes psychoeducational evaluations for students who may have learning, attention, and/or executive functioning difficulties. We work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in determining strengths and weaknesses and providing information regarding accommodations. We complete the assessments needed to apply for accommodations in college, or for standardized testing through the college board (such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, MCAT, LSAT, etc.)

Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC013441) specializing in working with anxiety of all kinds, mood disorders, perfectionism, low self-esteem, rumination, spiritual concerns, and life transitions. Nicole also has experience supporting individuals or families impacted by substance misuse, divorce, grief and loss, aging, work stress, and obsessive/compulsive behaviors. Nicole is honored to empower clients to reclaim a sense of worthiness, self-compassion, and peace in their lives.

Stephanie is a highly motivated and trauma informed, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals and families through their therapeutic journey. Stephanie earned a Bachelors in Psychology from Antioch University and a Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. She is under the supervision of Lanier Meeks Yi, MA, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS. Trained in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories, Stephanie brings a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and interpersonal dynamics to her practice. Stephanie has experience working with a diverse clientele, addressing a wide range of disorders, emotional challenges, behavioral issues, and relationship dynamics across children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her approach is rooted in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance and creating a supportive environment where clients can explore and heal. Stephanie is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges and facilitating growth and resilience.

Navigating the stressors of college life brings unique challenges unlike any other time. We can help you. The therapists at Gaia Counseling specialize in this season of life and are passionate about walking alongside you to help support you through your struggles. Let someone see there with you. You don't need to do it alone.

I support undergraduate and graduate students who feel stuck and are looking to build a life that feels more meaningful, intentional, and authentic. The college years are full of immense pressure and profound changes, and it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed by it all. Many of the students I work with are trying to navigate anxiety, depression, men’s issues, or ADHD in a high-stakes academic environment. Others are dealing with existential distress - asking big questions about their major, their future, and who they are - or trying to manage the massive life transition of living away from home. Sometimes, the coping mechanisms that got you through high school, including maladaptive ones like avoidance or substance use, just aren't as helpful anymore. My approach to therapy is relational and humanistic. While I use evidence-based techniques, I believe the relationship we build is the most important part of the work. I look beyond clinical labels to understand your unique experience. Think of me as a partner on your journey rather than an observer analyzing you from afar. If you’re feeling weighed down, it’s okay if you don't know exactly what to say. You don’t need a perfectly clear story to start therapy. Reach out to see if we’d work well together. If we aren't the right match, I will gladly help connect you with someone else.

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I believe people have the inherent capacity to heal and grow. To support this change, I provide a nonjudgmental, warm, and collaborative therapeutic space. I will work with you to tap into your strengths, gain insight into behaviors that might currently feel stuck or confusing, and learn skills to empower you to effectively deal with stress and emotional ups and downs. My approach is tailored to your specific goals and circumstances, and typically includes a mixture of traditional “talk” therapy with mindfulness, somatic, and trauma-informed practices. I am committed to an anti-oppressive, inclusive approach that welcomes all experiences. I am licensed to provide telehealth in NY, GA, and FL. I also provide in-person sessions in GA.