Therapists for college students near Georgia State University
Connor Thornton is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master's in Education with a Major in Counselor Education and a Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Connor is able to best support her clients by developing relationships. These relationships foster a supportive and safe space for clients to process their emotions and understand themselves more fully. Through the therapeutic relationship, Connor and the clients are able to explore their needs and best practices to support their growth. Outside of work, Connor loves spending time with her family (including her 3 kitties! ), loves to read and try new coffee spots. She also has a Bachelors of Art so she spends plenty of time being as creative as possible.
Courtney Matthews is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Columbia International University and a Master's of Art in Clinical Counseling from Columbia International University. Courtney provides compassion and care through the process of helping clients achieve their mental health goals and alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. She utilizes evidence-based therapy including CBT and ACT to help clients learn their values and practice skills to help achieve satisfaction with life. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys going for walks in nature, spending time with family and friends, and reading.
What if you woke up tomorrow and found yourself living your life the way you want? What would change? Nicole utilizes her clinical knowledge and professional expertise to aid clients in their journey. She honors the right of a client to take an active role in therapy. In her work with youth, this philosophy translates to creating individualized goals that emphasize the young person's unique strengths. No one lives a perfect life, but creating a more balanced life is possible. Nicole graduated from the University of Alabama with a Master of Social Work degree. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy in her practice. Nicole's passion for helping is partly inspired by Mister Rogers, who she honors through her extensive collection of cardigans.
Catherine works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Catherine believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Shashank Jha, M. B. B.S. (Educational commission for foreign medical graduate certified by Association of American Medical Colleges(AAMC), F. N. P. (Board certified), P. M. H. N. P. (Board certified), is a double-boarded, across-the-lifespan mental health nurse practitioner who practices psychiatry in Atlanta, GA since 2015. He began his career in healthcare practicing primary care and psychiatry in India in 1994. Shashank Jha practiced medicine in India for almost fourteen years before moving to Atlanta, GA, in 2008. He went back to school again to graduate from the combined bachelors-masters nurse-practitioner program at Kennesaw State University, GA in 2011. Then, he graduated from the post-master's mental health nurse practitioner program at the University of Cincinnati, OH. He is a member of Sigma Theta Tau and Golden Key International Honor Societies. His background includes diagnosing and treating addiction as well as mental health ailments for all ages and gender. He served a population of rural Georgia via telepsychiatry, served children & adolescents in Fulton County, GA, and served at various mental health-addiction crisis centers in Atlanta, GA.
Meah is an advocate for individuals and families impacted by mental illness. She has several years of behavioral health experience working in various settings. In these settings, Meah used her experience, commitment, and dedication, to deliver culturally competent care to ensure everyone was treated with respect and dignity. Meah enjoys spending time with her family.
Chinyere Okonkwo is a dual board-certified and experienced Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2017. She obtained her Bachelor's in nursing at Brenau University in 2011. She considered it necessary to further her education as a Family/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 2017 and 2021 respectively as she believes in holistic, and patient centered approach. Chinyere is thorough, culturally competent, empathetic, and attentive to her patients. Her previous experience includes many years working in both acute care settings and state agencies treating patients with both medical and mental health challenges. Chinyere treats Adolescents and Adults. She enjoys working with a wide range of behavioral health issues including Schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and trauma. Chinyere's goal is to ensure her patients live a healthier and meaningful lives. In her spare time, Chinyere enjoys singing and walking outside.
Shakera Hawkins is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2021. She graduated from Mercer University's School of Medicine where she earned a Master of Family Therapy degree. Shakera helps her clients by placing intent focus on cultivating a genuine therapeutic relationship where they feel safe to show up authentically and honestly. Sharing private and painful details can be difficult so this is especially important to her. Shakera centers and supports her clients by helping them to identify goals as they work together to achieve the health, fulfillment, and growth they desire to become their best possible self. Outside of work, Shakera enjoys reading, traveling, and lots of self-care!.
Krisi earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Augusta University. After two decades of owning her own business, she decided to pursue her passion for working in the field of mental health. Taking her life and educational experiences into consideration, she is committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. Kristi began as an intern at LifeStance and had the opportunity to work with a wide range of diverse clients with challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and more. She works from a strengths-based perspective to empower individuals to gain the confidence to work through challenges and live authentic lives. She draws from evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Insight therapy. Kristi believes in creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can openly express themselves without fear of criticism. Her passion for advocacy includes reducing the mental health stigma and affirming all identities.
I was born and grew up in Indonesia, and I am fluent in both Indonesian and English. I graduated with my BSN degree (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) from the Kennesaw States University in 2014. After receiving my RN license, I worked as a bedside nurse for two different hospitals from 2014-2020. In August 2020, I received MSN degree (Master of Science in Nursing) from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I received board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from ANCC in September 2020 and started working for LifeStance Health in December 2020. I work mainly with adults age 18 until 60-year-old.
As a bedside ICU nurse of 25 years while caring for the critically ill patients, I realized the psychological and physiological burdens placed on the patients and their families. I wanted to provide more than just bedside care for my patient. As a provider I could provide holistic care: physiological, and spiritual care to my patients so I obtained my master specializing family nurse practitioner. For the last four years I have been providing care as a hospitalist mid-level to acutely ill patients and their families. I have partnered with each patient and their families to develop individualized plan of care that is tailored to the patients' need while serving as the patient's advocate and demonstrating respect, empathetic and compassion side bed manners. As a PMHNP I treat the whole person, considering their mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of a disease.
Caroline Bosarge, LMSW Caroline Bosarge is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Georgia who has been practicing since 2015. She has a BSW from Molloy University and an MSSW from the University of Texas at Austin. Caroline has experience in crisis work, school social work, and case management. She uses various approaches to help through life's challenges. Her role is to create a safe environment for healing and growth. In her spare time, Caroline enjoys CrossFit, swimming, reading, and going to the beach.
Rholonda Adams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2022. Rholonda provides medication management services for psychiatric disorders along with brief psychotherapy skills reinforcement for optimal treatment response. In her spare time, Rholonda loves to read, bake, learn new things, and spend time with her family.
I am very driven towards always remaining open and compassionate when meeting new people. I passionately devote my time and energy into developing a strong and prosperous professional relationship with those I encounter. I have devoted my educational studies to providing the best foundational basis to help and assist the diverse patients I will encounter through the practice.
Shannon Hummel, PMHNP Shannon Hummel is a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She graduated from Brenau University with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Eastern Kentucky University. She is also a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Shannon treats individuals through medication management and brief supportive therapy with patient-centered focus.
Tonya Delaney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the State University College of New York at Oswego and a Master's Degree in Social Work from Syracuse University. Tonya enjoys working with adolescents and adults suffering with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, family conflict, and everyday life issues. She will provide a safe place for you to open up and talk about whatever's on your mind, as well as help you navigate through the challenges of life. Together you will work to develop healthy coping skills to help you get through difficult times in your life. Tonya employs different treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy but will tailor her approach to each individual's needs. She is passionate about helping those who are hurting, those just needing a supportive space without judgement, and those just wanting to be heard. We all need help sometimes, Tonya will help you find hope, even when you might feel hope has been lost. Tonya is a health enthusiast. She's very active and loves working out and eating healthy.
Lan works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Lan believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Omoniyi is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing. Omni is a client-focused practitioner with dynamic experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, addiction, and substance use disorder. Omni is compassionate and provides excellent mental health care for clients with focus and supports for recovery and rehabilitation taking into consideration the unique needs of the individual client's needs. Proven accomplishments in making positive impacts in the lives of individuals and families experiencing behavioral health issues and substance use disorders.
Ebonie Harris, LPC Ebonie Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling. Ebonie's services are focused on issues related to self-esteem, life transitions, anger management, substance use, anxiety, depression, life skills training, physical health, behavior modification, and communication skills. In her free time, Ebonie enjoys outdoor activities, physical fitness, reading, journaling, live music, sports, eating, and traveling.
Jacqueline Williams, PMHNP Jacqueline Williams is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia. She has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the College of Charleston, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Marymount University, a Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner from Howard University, and a Post Master's Certificate, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Maryville University. Jacqueline believes that by providing patient-centered care as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she can help patients become the best and healthiest version of themselves. In her spare time, Jacqueline enjoys spending quality time with her family, socializing with friends, working out, outdoor activities, reading books, solving puzzles, and staying up to date with current affairs, both national and international events.