Therapists for college students near Atlanta, GA

Rev. Yolanda Seals-Stewart, a native of New Orleans, LA is a Minister in the Baptist faith. She is a Sunday School Teacher, member of the Outreach Ministry, Prison Ministry, and Behavioral Health Liaison. She has been a psychotherapist for the last twenty-two years. She is Founder and former Chief Executive Officer at Alliant Behavioral Health LLC in Marietta, GA and Director Project GROWTH Initiative Inc, a nonprofit arm of the company. Rev. Stewart is a fully licensed a psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and Certified Professional Counseling Supervisor for the state of Georgia. She is a former Clinical Director and trainer at Behavioral Health Link (GA Crisis and Access Line for Suicide) and a former FEMA Crisis Intervention contractor for evacuees of Hurricane Katrina. Rev. Stewart has worked discretely with various professional athletes in both the NBA and NFL as well as several celebrities. Her expertise was utilized in the Las Vegas shooting in 2018, the nightclub shooting in Orlando in 2017, and the Sutherland Springs, Texas church shooting in 2016. Rev. Stewart has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression.

Shanae Benito is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with a Master?s degree in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health from Adams State University, graduating with a commendable 3. 8 GPA. She holds the esteemed title of National Certified Counselor (NCC) and is a distinguished member of Chi Sigma Iota, the premier international academic honor society for counseling practitioners, educators, and students. Specializing in addressing a spectrum of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, trauma, and stress, Shanae focuses on serving minority women and men, couples, and adolescents but warmly welcomes individuals from all backgrounds. She finds fulfillment in working with both individuals and couples. Beyond her psychotherapeutic practice, Shanae leads the ?Leaders of Tomorrow? Initiative, an endeavor dedicated to educating young adults on mental health and eradicating associated stigmas by engaging with BIPOC schools and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

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 and private practice settings. I offer therapy and have experience addressing depression, self-esteem, grief, relationships, anxiety, and identity development. I also offer comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for learning disorders and ADHD, as well as psychological evaluations to assess mood, personality, and relationship functioning. In psychotherapy and testing, I pride myself on taking a strengths-based approach; I believe that we all have undiscovered strengths that can be useful during challenging times. My theoretical orientation is Interpersonal, an integrative framework that helps you explore your life through the perspectives of connection, thoughts, and emotions. I welcome you to be all of who you are, while helping you explore all that you can be. You may be wondering if you are capable of taking this step, and the answer is YES! It may take you out of your comfort zone, but you are not alone once you step outside of it. Sometimes we need additional support to reach our potential and navigate change, and it is my honor to be a helping hand in your life. * I am a Clinical Supervisor at the Georgia State University Counseling Center (GSU Counseling Center). While I am also listed as an independent provider on ThrivingCampus, my inclusion on this platform does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or preferential referral by Georgia State University or the GSU Counseling Center. Services provided through my private practice are separate and independent from my role at GSU. Students are free to choose any provider listed on ThrivingCampus or seek services elsewhere, and selecting my services will not influence access to care, services, or standing within the GSU Counseling Center.

Many of the people I work with live in the “in-between” — between cultures, identities, roles, and expectations. Maybe you’re constantly navigating competing demands from family, community, and self. Maybe you feel caught between pride in your roots and the ache of not quite fitting in. That kind of in-betweenness can carry invisible grief, deep resilience, and stories that are layered and complex. Therapy with me is a place where all of that gets to exist. Where silence—once a survival strategy—no longer has to be your default. Where you don’t have to explain why you’re tired or tone yourself down to be understood. You get to show up as you are—messy, in progress, tender, whole. I offer a supportive, affirming, and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences with curiosity and compassion. My work is rooted in a trauma-informed, multicultural frame-work, because I know that our relationships—with family, partners, culture, and self—shape so much of how we move through the world. I’m especially passionate about supporting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ folks, and anyone navigating the complexities of intersectional identities. Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, working through relationship dynamics, or exploring identity, I’m here to help you reconnect—with yourself, your story, and your values. Together, we’ll look at the patterns that have helped you survive, even if they’re no longer serving you. We’ll unpack the unspoken “rules” you’ve been carrying, and gently build new ways of living that feel more aligned, grounded, and free. With individuals, our work might focus on: • Honoring your cultural and personal history while creating space for your own voice • Tending to the inner critic or survival modes that no longer reflect who you want to be • Cultivating emotional flexibility and self-compassion With couples and polycules, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners move beyond the surface-level conflicts and into the deeper emotions underneath. Often, what looks like disconnection is really a longing—to be seen, to be safe, to feel understood. We’ll slow things down, make space for those vulnerable moments, and help you learn how to reach for one another in ways that build trust, not distance. This work can be especially powerful for couples navigating cultural differences, unspoken family dynamics, or intergenerational expectations. Whether you're seeking therapy as an individual or as part of a couple or polycule, our work will move at your pace and be centered around your needs. You don’t have to hold it all together here. We’ll make room for your full self—your questions, your emotions, your healing. One step at time.

Are you stuck in constant worry, feeling mentally drained, or unsure how to slow down your thoughts? Struggling after a traumatic experience? Carrying grief from a loss—including the loss of a beloved pet—and feeling like others don’t fully understand? These challenges can make it hard to focus, stay motivated, and feel like yourself. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, past experiences, or uncertainty about your future, therapy can be a space to reset, heal, and gain clarity. I’m here to support you as you navigate life’s challenges and build the tools you need to move forward with confidence. My name is Ebony Yelder (she/her/hers), and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in counseling and psychiatric services. I’ve worked in a variety of settings, including behavioral health hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency rooms, in-home therapy, and with the Department of Defense supporting service members and their families. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and centered around your unique experiences. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, work through what’s holding you back, and create a path toward greater balance, growth, and well-being.

My experiences as a queer, transgender man from the South inform how I move through the world and how I work with clients. I understand the challenges and inherent stress of navigating institutional, educational, and family systems that fail to make space for all identities and backgrounds. My approach is grounded in anti-oppressive and culturally affirming principles and I enjoy working with individuals of all backgrounds. I aim to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients can experience and examine themselves and experiment with new skills and perspectives. I collaborate with clients to co-create realistic goals and sustainable solutions that honor and encompass their unique identities, challenges, and strengths. I have experience working with a variety of backgrounds and concerns and I have particular expertise working with gender identity and sexuality (LGBTQIA+), trauma, individuals living in larger bodies, individuals in helping professions, life transitions, and young adults. My commitment to social justice and advocacy extends to my work as a researcher and counselor educator-in-training. My primary areas of research are improving counselor training concerning LGBTQIA+ and larger-bodied individuals, demystifying research for students from marginalized backgrounds, and combating cisnormativity in counseling research.

Jide Fawehinmi is a Psychiatrist, who has ben practicing since 2017. He Graduated from Berkshire Medical Center with certification in General Psychiaty and subsequetnly board certified in the same year. Jide believes in allowing his patients express their concerns, then collaborating with them to arrive at solutions that work best based on their current situation and needs, using established standard of medical care practices to get best outcome possible. His main area of focus include management of Mood (includig but not limited to Bipolar disorder, depression, intermittent explosive disorder) and anxiety disorders (including but not limited to General anxiety, PTSD, OCD and Agoraphobia). In his spare time Jide enjoys reading, watching movies, learning about advances in science and technology, travelling, hiking/nature walks, swimming and spending time with his family.

Hi, I’m Dr. Ed Delgado-Romero —psychologist, father, professor, and lifelong advocate for social justice in higher education and mental health. ​For nearly 30 years, I’ve dedicated my career to breaking down barriers—especially for those who’ve been marginalized, dismissed, or treated as “other.” Whether in my work as a counseling center psychologist, a university professor, or a mentor to the next generation of culturally responsive therapists, my passion has remained the same: to help people feel seen, supported, and empowered in spaces that haven’t always welcomed them. In therapy, I believe that a healthy process leads to healthy outcomes. It can be hard to thrive when you’re constantly navigating invalidating or oppressive environments. I work alongside my clients to help them reconnect with their sense of purpose, rediscover inspiration, and reclaim their idealism—even when cynicism or burnout starts to creep in. I also believe deeply in the transformative power of therapy because I’ve experienced it myself. Like many, I hesitated to ask for help at first, but the support of trusted therapists truly changed my life. That’s why I bring warmth, honesty, and authenticity into the room. I understand the stigma some folks carry about therapy, and I honor the strength it takes to show up. I’m continually inspired by my clients’ resilience, insight, and creativity. ​

Tony Sykes, LPC Tony Sykes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2011. Tony is a clinician that serves individuals who have anxiety and depression. He works with individuals that are bipolar and teenagers and young adults who are trying to figure out who they are gender identity and sexuality wise. Tony is a part of the LGBTQIA community, so he wants to serve the community. Tony offers disability advocacy and HIV and STI processing. As you can see, Tony has many skills, plus some he didn't mention. Outside of work, Tony enjoys creativity and directing. He has done some modeling and is an author. His current passion right now is going through a rebirth of his own and creating a brand for people with disability discussing their struggles as disabled people whether sexually or mentally and some disability cannot be seen. So, the Rollon Rebel brand is being created to help build confidence within their selves. He is a mentor but is the life of the party and sometimes just wants to be alone.

Shaquita Florence is a Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's Degree from Walden University. Shaquita believes in meeting a client where they are. She assists in understanding of the whole person and working towards their individual goals. Outside of work, Shaquita enjoys crocheting, karaoke, and road trips.

I work with young adults who are using alcohol and other substances to cope. Many of my clients are able to reduce their use through weekly counseling with me in combination with group therapy. For clients who need a higher level of care, I can help them identify the appropriate outpatient detox, residential detox, residential treatment or day program. I see clients in person on Roswell Road in Buckhead/Sandy Springs and online throughout Georgia. I also work with young adults struggling with mood disorders or who feel stuck and who want to launch richer, more purposeful lives. Many of my clients are dealing with problems related to anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, or the difficult transition to adulthood. My clients learn skills to cope with big emotions in the moment, while also working to understand their core values, so that they can create a concrete action plan that aligns with who they really are. Prior to becoming a counselor, I taught creative writing. I use narrative therapy and creative writing prompts in my practice for clients who are interested. I have experience working with clients who are struggling with alcohol abuse and addiction. I work with clients curious about reducing their alcohol consumption and with newly sober clients who want support in their recovery. Christian worldview informs my practice, as I walk beside my clients in their understanding of who they are and who they want to become.

I have over 12 years of adult nursing experience. I have spent the last 10 years in an adult medical ICU treating the oncology population. My focus is communication and active listening to understand their concern. Educating patients on their diagnosis with individualized treatment plans provide better outcomes.

You deserve a life full of happiness and growth, and no one should have to face challenges alone. I am well versed in working with all ages, and I specialize in mood disorders such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. I also help others navigate stressful life transitions such as work related stress or relationship issues. By working together, we can learn how to best meet your needs and overcome your obstacles. By using compassion and collaboration, I will guide us through the therapeutic process allowing you to reach your goals and make meaningful change. I am ready to help you find your strength! Please contact me for scheduling if you can not find an availability on the Headway website.

Jasmine Young has successfully completed 17 years of nursing and psychiatry has become her passion. She is skilled in delivery, genius, quality, and patient-centered care. Graduated from Georgia State University Suma Cum Laude in December 2018 and works to reduce the stigma associated with mental health disorders in the community, at church, and in my sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC.

Brian Santiago is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2018. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! Brian hopes to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you and he can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment. Brian's experience and training allow him the ability to work with children, adolescents, and adults. Brian provides meaningful skills and tools to help individuals, couples, and families navigate the difficulties of life. His passion lies in helping family members find a better balance with more fulfilling relationships. Depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, interpersonal relationships, perfectionism, school issues, screen addiction, and stress management are areas Brian works with extensively. His evidence-based, empathic person-centered approach allows clients, regardless of their age, to unlock their capacity and desire for personal growth and change.

There are few things harder than asking for help. Sometimes people seek counseling for this help and sometimes they just want to make positive changes in their lives. I aim to build genuine and productive connections with clients, incorporating a relaxed setting and humor when appropriate. Counseling may be a hard journey, but things like trust and comfort level can create an ideal setting for growth. *I am currently taking on new clients. However, at this time I am not seeing couples, those struggling with eating disorders, or substance abuse. I most often handle cases related to depression, life transitions, women's issues, and anxiety or trauma. Feel free to contact me and see if I am a good fit for your needs. This profession has allowed me to meet a diverse group of people who have trusted me with their stories and struggles. We all have a unique story and I'd love to share in yours. It takes courage to seek help, so be proud of your first steps towards growth or change. At this time, I am only taking telehealth clients. I will be seeing all clients via HIPPA compliant Telehealth by the Simple Practice platform. www.thenorthropconnection.com. I am able to reply more quickly to emails.

I have experience helping clients from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of presenting concerns. My approach is collaborative and supportive. I work to provide clients with practical skills to assist with immediate stressors while also addressing underlying issues when appropriate. Clients who work with me generally report feeling challenged by our work but also enjoying our sessions.

The Relationship House is a team of Relationship Psychotherapists who specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy and in Emotionally Focused Therapy. The Relationship House is unique in its trauma informed and attached based approach to mental and relational health. We treat relationship problems, anxiety, depression, stress, attachment and trauma. We offer Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Couples Therapy (EFCT) and Family Therapy (EFFT), as well as Emotionally Focused informed Sex Therapy. The Relationship House is an Anti-Racist, Trans-Inclusive, and LGBTQIA+ Affirming practice. We strive to cultivate a climate of inclusion where all can feel safe, valued, cared for, and given an opportunity to form meaningful connections with each other.

My job is about hope. I help students struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress. These symptoms can interfere with your schoolwork and wellness. Many of my former clients tell me that they were surprised and relieved to feel so much better after therapy. They were unsure if they would ever find relief from the challenges they had. That is why I do what I do. It is a joy to share in that journey of healing. I have found the most important thing is to tailor my approach to each person's specific needs. Therapy is not one size fits all. For example, I often find expressive arts to be helpful when overcoming trauma. I also have a special place in my heart for those who struggle with eating disorders and self harm.

College can look exciting on the outside — but behind the scenes, many students feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure they’re keeping up. You may be juggling classes, pressure to succeed, shifting friendships, family expectations, and big decisions about your future — all while trying to hold it together on the outside. If you feel anxious, overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unsure of yourself, you’re not the only one. I work with students who care about doing well but feel burned out from trying to keep up. Many struggle with anxiety, procrastination, trouble focusing, low confidence, perfectionism, or feeling like they don’t quite fit in. Others feel stuck after a setback, unsure about their direction, or overwhelmed by the independence and responsibility that come with college life. Together, we will focus on understanding what’s driving the stress and building practical tools to help you feel more grounded and in control. We might work on managing anxiety, improving focus and organization, navigating relationships, strengthening confidence, and creating a healthier balance between achievement and well-being. I offer a supportive, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can be real about what you’re going through and feel understood. My goal is to help you make college feel more manageable and to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of who you are.