Our therapists provide depression counseling in Atlanta, GA

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of psychiatric nursing experience. Since becoming licensed, I have worked with clients seeking compassionate support for challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, substance use, and personality disorders. I focus on helping clients manage symptoms, gain insight, and improve their quality of life through evidence-based care, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation.

I earned my Master’s in Nursing from Walden University, where I built a foundation in evidence-based psychiatric care. My approach includes psychopharmacologic management, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation to help clients develop resilience, stability, and improved mental well-being.

With empathy and understanding, I provide personalized, compassionate care tailored to each client’s needs. Whether addressing mood disorders or other mental health concerns, I am committed to partnering with clients on their path toward healing and long-term wellness.

Charlese Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience helping clients feel heard, supported, and understood. She specializes in working with individuals facing anxiety, family conflict, relationship challenges, and low self-esteem. Charlese creates a safe space for clients to explore difficult feelings, uncover patterns that cause distress, and develop healthier coping skills. She empowers clients to stop people-pleasing, trust themselves again, and make decisions that align with their values.

Charlese earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. She uses cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches to address each client’s needs while honoring their background and experiences. Her style is kind, honest, and focused on supporting lasting personal growth.

Charlese is passionate about helping clients rewrite the stories of their lives. She welcomes individuals ready to move from feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unheard toward confidence, clarity, and self-trust. Her goal is to help each person feel proud of who they are and empowered to create a fulfilling life. Schedule an appointment today!

Esther Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (LCSW, CCTP) with over 30 years of clinical practice. She has a unique calling to serve others with dignity and respect. Helping adults and couples gain insight and become a better version of themselves is a vital part of Esther's clinical practice. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Esther utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). Her approach works best for clients who benefit from a structured approach of evidenced based interventions, worksheets, activities, and a desire to work towards their goals. She wants to see her clients succeed and enjoy what life has to offer with a positive outlook.

We all go through challenges in life. Esther is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to become a better version of yourself, learning new ways to cope with whatever issues you are faced with today. If you're ready to do the necessary work, schedule an appointment with her today!

My name is Barbara Sims-King. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Pastoral Counselor with over 20 years of experience. I have success working with those who are suffering from the effects of depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and grief. My current focus is with men aged 18 and up gaining emotional insight to life's challenges. When life gets the "better" of us, it may appear that life has won the fight and we have lost. Life is not the enemy, life is just life and as a counselor, I find that my job is to lift up hope as a beacon light to those seeming to be floundering in a sea of circumstances. The light comes with encouragement, support, and an unfailing belief in the good of humankind. Let me join you on the journey to healing, towards a celebration of your life.

Schedule your first appointment with me today!

(Barbara utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy (TFT), and relationship treatment perspectives that best match the goals of the client.)

Bryce Griggs is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience supporting individuals through emotional and psychological challenges. Bryce specializes in helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, and self-esteem concerns. He provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can heal, build resilience, and work toward lasting personal growth.

Bryce earned his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. He uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, and person-centered therapy, to empower clients on their healing journeys.

Bryce helps clients navigate emotional challenges with authenticity, care, and collaboration. He is passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where individuals feel heard and understood, encouraging personal growth, emotional resilience, and meaningful change.

Sydney Kilpatrick is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 3+ years of experience helping children, teens, and adults. Sydney is eager to assist clients in identifying and processing emotions and thoughts as well as developing plans tailored to their needs and therapeutic goals. Sydney also specializes in anxiety, depression, boundaries, grief, and self-esteem. Sydney received her Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University (Psychology) and a Master of Science from Clayton State University (Clinical Counseling and Psychology).

Sydney utilizes active listening and empathy skills to encourage self-compassion and increase self-esteem in a "no judgment" zone. Her practice focus areas are depression, anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, emotion management, positive self-talk, and self-care.

We all view and experience life differently, and we all deserve to be heard and give ourselves grace. Sydney believes in walking next to you on your journey, supporting your independence and ability to problem-solve and make healthy decisions. If you are ready to make a change and walk in your truth, schedule an appointment with her today!

Carla is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience working with individuals seeking assistance with a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and issues related to relationships, social anxiety, and self-esteem. She has a passion for allowing her clients to feel seen, heard, and validated.

Carla has a Master's in Education and a Master's in Counseling. Being a former math teacher has helped with the problem-solving required to navigate through the throes of life. Carla has a unique ability to meet clients where they are and feel heard. Rapport is extremely important to Carla. She believes that the more a person feels seen, the more likely the person will be comfortable enough to share. Carla's goal is to help the clients find the tools needed to manage any obstacle that hinders growth.

Carla is a therapist who will walk with her clients through the journey to understanding. She will help to find the best tools and strategies to use in order to cope and manage her clients' concerns and issues.

Dr. Heather Page is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 13 years of experience providing empirically-supported, high-quality mental health care to children, teens, adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, behavior disorders, trauma, family conflict, and more.

Dr. Page earned her Doctorate degree in Clinical-Community Psychology. In sessions, she uses a variety of evidence-based techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), parent management training (PMT), acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), and prolonged exposure therapy (PET). Dr. Page's therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in the community value of empowerment; she's dedicated to providing safe spaces for the emotionally challenged to find their voice and direction in life.

**Dr. Page is unable to offer formal psychological testing or assessment at this time.**

Dr. Page equips her clients with the necessary tools to successfully navigate their challenges while identifying and building on their strengths. She views therapy as a reciprocal relationship, encouraging you to participate in the therapeutic process by creating a comfortable space in which to share your experience. She'll actively listen, offering emotional support, coping tools, and guidance as you grow with every session. Team up with her to create a personalized treatment plan that's right for you.

Mary Kate Ulshafer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience. She specializes in assisting children (ages 5-10), preteens (11-13), teens (13-18), and young adults (18-20) of any gender identity or sexual orientation with navigating life changes, anxiety, depression, mood, and behavior based difficulties, trauma, identity issues, and low self-esteem. Mary Kate offers individual and family counseling and has expertise working with the LGBTQ+ community.

Mary Kate received her Master’s in Social Work from Kennesaw State University. She utilizes trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, client-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. Mary Kate is familiar with trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.

Mary Kate provides a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment to inspire change, engagement, and growth. She values a collaborative and creative approach to treatment, focusing on the client's strengths, interests, and goals. She believes that change sprouts from trust, education, and empowerment.