
Shirley Chambers
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the metro Atlanta area with over 12 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with a diverse group of clients of all ages with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, parenting problems, veteran specific issues, career challenges and anger issues. I have also worked with clients who have experienced various types of trauma, specifically veterans. I combine different therapeutic approaches based on clients presenting concerns, goals and motivation such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness. My counseling style is warm, inviting and helpful. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I believe in providing a safe space for all individuals. My goal is to provide you with practical solutions and tools that you can utilize to help move you to a healthier place in life. Therapy is a collaborative process and I look forward to helping you make positive, productive and meaningful changes in your life so that you can experience a more fulfilling life. Thank you for taking the first step toward a healthier you. I look forward to working with you!

Shelley Akerman
I am a professional counselor licensed in Georgia with 10 years of experience working as a therapist in both outpatient and hospital settings. I graduated with my Master's degree from Mercer University in Atlanta, GA in 2013 and have loved helping clients reach their goals ever since. I have worked with clients that range in ages from 4 years old to 92 years old of multiple ethnic and racial backgrounds, cultures, political affiliations , genders and sexuality, and spiritual beliefs dealing with a variety of concerns. I have experience working with clients presenting with issues concerning depression, grief, self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship conflict, psychosis, self-harm, domestic violence, and addiction. I am a firm believer in therapy and, having my own therapist, I know having someone to talk to where you feel comfortable, supported, respected, and accepted is so crucial. My counseling style is down-to-earth, laid back, and friendly. We all have our struggles and I am here to walk through it with you. I love working with my clients to come up with practical, creative solutions to the issues that brought them to therapy. I love helping people realize their potential and that they are beyond capable of being their best selves. I can't wait to work together to achieve your goals and become that happier, healthier, best version of yourself!

Dr. JD Weidner
I have 17+ years of experience working in outpatient, inpatient, clinical review of care, crisis services, and recovery-oriented settings. I have published within the areas of addiction, evidence-based treatment, client-centered therapy, and survivor guilt. I maintain a private practice and work in the addiction recovery community. I completed my clinical training at Nova Southeastern University. I went on to do additional doctoral training in conflict analysis and resolution before completing a doctoral degree in addiction psychology. I use the combined knowledge to enrich the services that I provide. I have completed training in motivational interviewing/motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioral therapy, guided self-change, solution-focused, exposure therapy, meditation, performance coaching, and client-centered techniques. I integrate these approaches into a tailored and individualized approach to work to find what best works for you in therapy. I look forward to supporting you to find what best works for you.

Alyssa Lim
Hello! My name’s Alyssa, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. First and foremost, I want to congratulate you for taking the first steps to make positive changes toward healing and growth. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I have worked in various settings which include hospital settings, correctional system, military system, and community-based agency. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I have great passion for meeting people where they are and assisting them through the recovery journey. It is important to me to provide safe space for clients to process and work through their challenges. I believe in collaborative therapy where the therapist and client work together with respect, honesty, and empathy. My theoretical orientation in counseling is CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and my goal is to assist clients to discover their strengths and live their best life. I look forward to working with you. :)

Tamika Summers
I am a highly skilled and compassionate therapist with 14 years of experience in providing individual and family therapy. My expertise lies in guiding individuals and families through various life challenges, empowering them to achieve mental and emotional well-being. Driven by a deep passion for helping others, I have made a positive impact on the lives of countless individuals and families, fostering healing, growth, and resilience.

Rita Barnhardt
I am licensed in Georgia with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Melissa Brunson
I am licensed in Georgia with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Brenda Ned
I am licensed in Georgia with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Brooke Santos
I am licensed in Georgia and in Massachusetts with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Shontanae Green
I am licensed in Georgia with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Haralson
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Haralson available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Haralson therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Haralson therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Haralson region and in the state of Georgia.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Haralson can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Haralson may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.