I believe in addressing symptoms in a respectful and collaborative manner. I will use my experience as a mental health professional to provide you with several options for treatment while maintaining your safety, but you will always have the final say in what the next step is. I provide very detailed initial assessments. Let's work together to build the mindset needed to live the life you want!....
I specialize primarily in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD-spectrum disorders. I have 27 years of experience working with individuals and couples to address issues including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related difficulties, relationship problems and grief, among others, but currently I work primarily treating anxiety and/or OCD. I am skilled in ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) as well as a newer evidence-based OCD treatment, I-CBT (Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Ther...
Hi, I’m Nikoleta! I’m an international doctoral student from Greece, and for the past seven years I’ve called the U.S. home—living in both the Northeast and the South. Before pursuing psychology, I was a Division I athlete, an experience that gave me first-hand insight into body image struggles and the stigma surrounding mental health across different systems and communities. I’m passionate about uplifting and centering voices that have historically been excluded, both within my own communit...
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, depress...
Dolapo "Dola" Abiodun, DNP, PMHNP Dr. Dola Abiodun is a doctorate prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with an expertise in treating depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, personalities disorder, Bipolar 1 & 2 disorder, ADHD, substance and alcohol use disorder and schizoaffective disorders. She is also an adjunct faculty professor at University of Massachusetts, Global, Irvine, California and Liberty University in Virginia, USA. Dr. Abiodun completed her first Bachelo...
Hardie Tatman is a Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing with LifeStance since 2014. She graduated from Washington and Lee University with a degree in psychology and completed her BSN (magna cum laude) and MSN (magna cum laude) at Emory University. In college, Hardie was involved in honor council, student government and was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and Omicron Delta Kappa the National Leadership Honor Society. Hardie believes in a patient-centered...
Enika McClain is a Certified Dual Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner, who has been practicing nursing for 21 years. She graduated from Albany Technical College with a degree in Licensed Practical Nursing in 2001. She then received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Albany State University in 2006. In 2017 she attained a Masters of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse practitioner from South University. In August 2021 she received her Post Master's Ps...
Aphroditise Edge is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2016. She obtained her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health at Troy State University and her Undergraduate degree in Psychology from Columbus State University in Georgia. Aphroditise can help a client with their mental health issues with being understanding their individual differences. She keeps into account how different everyone is and use that to help create individualized treatment. Aphrodit...
Ester Pulliam is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2013. Ester is passionate about her profession and is a good listener. Ester enjoys working together with clients and encourages them to actively participate in their care, as well as their key family members. Outside of work, Ester enjoys traveling to experience other cultures, reading, gardening, meditating, and taking long walks....
Navigating today’s world can be challenging enough—finding culturally competent therapeutic support shouldn’t add to that burden. I am committed to providing a safe, empathetic, and compassionate space where we can collaboratively explore and address your concerns. Using a relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, I strive to truly understand your unique journey and support your path toward health, wellness, and growth. As a therapist, I bring a social justice lens to my work...
Starting therapy can feel intimidating and vulnerable—it takes immense courage to seek support, especially from someone you don’t yet know. My goal is to demystify and destigmatize the therapy process so we can walk together toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. In our work, we’ll explore the challenges you’re facing and identify what might be keeping you stuck. You’ll be met with warmth, curiosity, and compassion as we co-create a space that honors your full, intersectional self and empow...
Let’s be real—mental health hasn’t always been easy to talk about, especially in communities where it’s brushed under the rug or seen as weakness. That’s why I’m here. I’m passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health, especially for people who’ve been taught to just “push through” or “deal with it.” I create a space where you can show up as your full self—no filters, no judgment. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, or deep-rooted trauma, you don’t have to g...
Kimberly Swanson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2018. Kimberly has several years of experience working with families with anxiety, depression, PSTD, and other life stressors ranging from coping with a chronic illness to going through relationship issues. Her approach to counseling is to guide and help you determine the best approach for improving your well-being. Kimberly tends to use person-centered, solution-focused, along with cognitive-behaviora...
Whether you’re facing overwhelming challenges, searching for clarity, or working to better understand yourself, I’m here to support you every step of the way. I provide therapy to children, teens, and adults, helping them navigate a variety of mental health concerns, from anxiety and stress to deeper emotional struggles. My approach is all about collaboration—together, we’ll uncover the patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back and develop tools to help you move forward with confidence. ...
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...
Samantha McGirt is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Masters of Arts in Counseling from Webster University. Samantha's therapeutic approach is integrative, utilizing EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mind Body Therapeutic Approaches, Client Focused, and others to provide her clients with effective coping skills to manage mental disorders. Samantha specializes in providing therapy to victim...
Lyle Cason is a certified Physician Assistant who joined LifeStance Health in January 2017. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Behavior from the College of Public Health at the University of Georgia. Afterward, he completed his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at South University in Tampa, Florida where he graduated with highest honors. Lyle believes in providing compassionate care for all and treating each client he sees as a unique i...
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, adol...
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....
Iyea specialize in working with Individuals, families, adolescent and adults. Iyea enjoys working with clients experiencing challenges in the areas of ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood, Anger management, Self-confidence, and Life Transitions. Iyea Is certified to work with Neurodivergent individuals and families that may experience issues with Executive Functioning, Time Management, etc....