Our therapists offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Kennesaw, GA

I'm Dashawna Anderson, a Doctor of Social Work and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, career stress, and domestic violence. As a Christian African American woman, I provide a compassionate and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered. I use person-centered, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, psychotherapy, and faith-based approaches to help clients build confidence and develop healthy coping skills. 

I use a compassionate, person-centered approach that integrates motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, psychotherapy, and faith-based counseling when desired. 

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you with compassion, understanding, and support as you work toward healing and growth. When you're ready, I welcome you to begin your journey toward a more grounded and fulfilling life. 

Darice Dodd is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s complexities. She specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and life transitions. Darice works with diverse populations and provides a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions, overcome challenges, and pursue meaningful personal growth.

Darice holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Georgia State University. Her approach is eclectic and strength-based, integrating various therapeutic modalities, including internal family systems and play therapy, to create personalized, effective treatment plans that support clients in navigating challenges and fostering resilience.

Embarking on a therapeutic journey is a courageous step, and Darice is committed to walking alongside clients in their journey. She provides a safe space for self-exploration, healing, and empowerment, tailoring care to each client’s needs. If you’re ready to begin, she welcomes you to take the next step toward healing and self-discovery.

Kelly Freeman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Kelly is focused on empowering adults to heal, learn, grow, and evolve through life's many challenges. She specializes in depression, addiction, life transitions, and grief & loss, along with parenting, adoption, anxiety, and codependency.

Kelly completed her Master of Social Work degree (MSW) at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. She is a single mom with 4 kids, ages 15-23 (plus a very loving cat!) who definitely keep her busy. She understands the struggles that come as a working parent both personally and professionally, encouraging a focus on acceptance while releasing resistance (ACT) and mindfully incorporating your worthiness while practicing grounding exercises & total body awareness. In addition, Kelly provides ongoing education regarding the thought/emotion/behavior connection (CBT) and assistance in moving toward solutions to everyday problems (solution-focused therapy.)

Kelly believes that each of us holds all the power we need to change our lives and find the contentment we seek. She feels it is truly within our reach to find our own voice, empower ourselves and cultivate the peace that so many of us long for.