Our therapists provide anxiety therapy in Smyrna, GA

Deanna Lababidi is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping people with trauma find their strengths in their story. She enjoys helping people with intense emotions learn skills to tolerate distress, regulate their emotions, communicate more effectively, and become more mindful of joy in their lives. Deanna specializes in borderline personality disorder, depression, autism, and trauma.

Deanna utilizes multiple treatment approaches including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy (SFT), strengths-based therapy (SBT), narrative therapy, and client-centered therapy (CCT).

What you may think are your greatest weaknesses may be harnessed and used as your greatest strengths. Deanna is confident that she will be able to provide a nonjudgmental space to explore any issues you bring to the table and give you the skills to cope with them and build a life worth living. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

Lania Brown is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with over 2 years of experience. She treats a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, anger management, panic disorders, parenting challenges, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, and grief. Lania works with teens to provide compassionate and effective support to help them navigate developmental challenges and mental health issues. She is also skilled in family counseling, aiding families in resolving conflicts and improving communication, and in couples counseling, assisting partners in overcoming relational difficulties and fostering understanding.

Lania has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University. She helps clients through trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, and holistic wellness. Lania employs a person-centered, solution-focused, and multi-systemic approach.

Lania’s comprehensive and empathetic methodology ensures personalized and effective support for each individual she serves. For those seeking a counselor to provide compassionate, personalized care and empower you to lead a healthier, happier life, Lania is ready to meet you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, trauma survivors, and those navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and life transitions. I also have experience working with LGBTQIA+ clients and those facing challenges such as self-esteem issues, relationship and family concerns, sleep issues, substance use, grief, borderline personality disorder, and OCD.

I received my Master of Social Work from Wayne State University and my Bachelor of Social Work from Eastern Michigan University. I believe clients are the experts of their own experiences, so I use a person-centered, compassion-focused, and culturally sensitive approach tailored to their unique needs.

Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space where you can freely express yourself, build resilience, and find hope. I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey and encourage you to schedule an appointment today.

Janet Granville is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has experience working in a variety of settings and with an array of issues. She has worked in the mental health field for more than 15 years and has a strong history with children and adolescents. Janet also has experience with young to geriatric age adults. Her interest is in supporting individuals as they progress towards better lives. She has worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, trauma, women's issues, and life transitions.

Janet has worked as a social worker at a residential home, as a therapist in the school setting, and as a psychological intern in a hospital. Janet primarily utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT). Janet also has experience in utilizing narrative therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and solution-focused therapy.

Life presents challenges to everyone. Janet has been able to support/connect with others as they progress through their life concerns. Janet takes a kind, empathetic approach to therapy that has helped individuals face and work through their issues. Janet provides skills building and other therapeutic techniques to help the individual gain tools to address life's situations.

Stacia March is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Stacia specializes in helping adolescents and adults struggling with grief, life transitions, exploitation, anxiety, stress, and depression, amongst other challenges. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Barry University and uses an eclectic therapeutic approach suited to her clients' individual care.

Stacia is a therapist who has not only experienced common human experiences just like you, but who continues to build her resilience and strength. Allow her to use her therapeutic knowledge to help you find your way. Together you and Stacia can identify your strengths, build your resilience, practice self-compassion, bolster your self-esteem, and build a healthy coping toolbox. She provides a trustworthy, empathic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore and reflect on your life experiences. Stacia believes everyone should strive to live life at 100%. Through therapy and your commitment to make meaningful changes, you can work together on your journey to healing and living life fully. Allow Stacia to help you heal and thrive! Schedule an evaluation today.

Robyn Starks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has more than 8 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth.

Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.

She always maintains the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique child, individual, family and couple. Robyn will listen without judgment or a personal agenda. Working collaboratively by creating a relationship based on trust and empathy for all clients is vital. Reach out to schedule with her today, and start moving forward as a team.

Sharday Watkins is a Licensed Master of Social Work with over 3 years of experience. She specializes in supporting individuals and families who have experienced trauma or are struggling with anxiety and depression. Sharday has worked in school-based and community-based therapy, giving her a broad scope of how mental health affects relationships and groups. Sharday works collaboratively with clients to provide the necessary tools and empowerment to improve their lives. She is a native of Baltimore, Maryland.

Sharday received her Master of Social Work from Liberty University. She utilizes approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, art therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.

Sharday is a compassionate and empathetic clinician ready to support you on your journey towards better mental health. If you are ready to take the first steps, she encourages you to reach out today!