Vidalia is known as the “Sweet Onion City” for its bountiful harvests of Vidalia onions. Life, like an onion, has many layers. One the outside, you seem tough and strong. Peel a few layers, and you find the tender heart inside yourself. When your heart feels crushed and broken, the emotional pain can be extreme.
You endure personal losses that bring grief and sadness. Your fear for the future brings anxiety. You try to build a better life, but everything you try comes to nothing. You don’t have to do it all alone. Talk to a Vidalia area counselor to find a sweeter life.

Kwesi Franco
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working in this field for over 24 years. I have a Masters Degree from Georgia State University and The Psychological Studies Institute. I have also garnered a Specialist degree from Georgia State University. I have worked in a multitude of settings and I am well prepared to help you with your specific needs. The counseling process is a safe place where you can grow in areas of your life and come to a greater sense of well-being over time. I come from an Adlerian and Cognitive Behavioral background. From our time together we will look at core thoughts and beliefs and beliefs that you have exhibited throughout your life. We will examine how these patterns have affected you in the past and how they are affecting you now. We will also process where these patterns may have come from and how they may have formed. I want you to know that counseling is a process of self-discovery and you are the one in charge of the path that we go. I will be a guide assisting you along this path and encouraging you to push deeper so that you can reach the goals that you have stated. The pace will be up to you but be reminded that you will get out what you are willing to put into the process. I truly do look forward to working with you on this journey and speaking to you in future sessions.

Cindy Baker
Welcome! I am so glad you are here. Reaching out for help may seem a bit scary and uncomfortable. However, it also takes a brave person to choose an opportunity to learn and grow. Each one of us in on a personal journey, sometimes painful, sometimes exciting and everything in between. Finding the right support partner is important. Please take a minute and read up on me to see if we may be a good fit for each other. I am a creative visionary with a powerful message to share with the world. My passion has always been to make a positive impact, whether it be with an individual, group or business. I have a strong desire to help others feel valued, successful and happy. I often see opportunities where others may not. I have learned to listen to my deepest desires and consciously design my life and career on purpose. I possess unique, eclectic qualities that demonstrate my exceptional ability to understand people, business needs and workplace dynamics that allow me to intuitively connect and build relationships, all with a sense of grounded practicality. I have over 25 years of experience studying: human behavior, mindfulness, spirituality, alternative healing, happiness and success principles. I have a Master's Degree (MA) in Psychology. I hold a Professional Counseling License in Georgia and have been running my own private counseling practice for over ten years. I hold certifications in the following areas: NLP, Clinical Hypnosis, EFT, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. I have additional training in meditation and positive psychology. I am the author of Rockin' Life from Home, Success Stretegies to Balance Family Life and Working from Home. I now offer virtual counseling and education on managing anxiety, stress, and career path guidance with a creative flair that makes my offerings one of a kind.

Dr. Pia Scott-Boston
Dr. Pia L. Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia and South Carolina with 7 years of experience in higher education, non-profit, and state government working with adults, veterans, college students, individuals with disabilities, and minorities. She completed her Doctorate in Education at Drexel University and her Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from South Carolina State University. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, multicultural issues, relationships, women’s issues, and workplace stress. Her passion is working with individuals of color and individuals that struggle with life’s transitions and finding their purpose. Dr. Scott strives to provide an inclusive and safe space for individuals and believes in establishing rapport from the first meeting. She uses approaches in therapy to include person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused; however she has an eclectic approach in treatment tailored to meet your needs. Her passion for counseling provides opportunities for her to help you establish clear goals and apply solutions that work best for you. Dr. Scott establishes a welcoming and compassionate relationship with you in order to help you discover your purpose, achieve your goals, and prepare you to utilize the skills gained in therapy which can be applied throughout your life. Dr. Scott works with you to help you understand your mental health and reach your fullest potential. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Marcia Bryant-Cornelison
I’m a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with over a decade of experience assisting clients with achieving the life they want to live, If you’re ready to take the next step towards behavioral health and emotional wellness, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment. My therapeutic approach is caring, compassionate, non-judgmental, and engaging. My therapy style includes a combination of cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused. I look forward to working with you on creating the life you desire to live.

Loren Edwards
I am licensed in Georgia with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbt-related issues, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Courtney Chandler
Courtney Chandler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. Mrs. Chandler obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She also has extended education in the areas of marriage and family systems, addictions, trauma, and play therapy. Courtney’s specialty is helping people that are dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, as well as many other things. Courtney has a systemic, integrative approach pulling from theories such as person centered, existential, reality, and play therapy perspectives to assist clients in their journey. She looks at clinical situations from a holistic lens regarding the client’s mental health. While Courtney has experience working with all age groups, her best work is with adolescents and adults. She has an empathic and genuine ability to connect with people, especially angsty youth. During her free time, Courtney enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, doggie daughter Jade, and reconnecting with nature and animals of all kinds. She has a love of all music and going to concerts.

Essence Jackson
I am licensed in Georgia and South Carolina with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Nneka Owusu Ejiogu
I am licensed in Texas with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. 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.

Shwanna Burton
I am licensed in Georgia with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & coping with grief and loss. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Inez Nagbe
I am licensed in Georgia with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & 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. 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.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Vidalia
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Vidalia that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Vidalia available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Vidalia 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, Vidalia therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Vidalia 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 Vidalia 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 Vidalia may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.