Our therapists offer Christian-based counseling in Marietta, GA

Karyn Kochan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Mediator in the state of Georgia. She is also a Certified Anger Management Professional and a Certified Life Coach. Karyn has 20+ years of experience empowering adults and couples with anxiety, anger, depression, and trauma to become successful in every area of their lives. 

Karyn has earned her Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science and her Masters of Science in Counseling from National Louis University in Chicago, IL. She has done post-graduate studies in Organizational Psychology at Walden University in Minneapolis, MN. She uses an eclectic and collaborative approach in her counseling practice. Karyn’s experience includes 8 years of mental health counseling in two psychiatric hospitals. In Illinois, Karyn was a Program Coordinator in a Dual Diagnosis inpatient unit. In Georgia, she was an inpatient & outpatient Psychiatric Program counselor and facilitator. 

Karyn seeks to establish a warm relationship with you utilizing a strength-based perspective, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused therapy. She uses a creative approach by including meditation, visualization, exercise therapy, and the arts to bring meaning and value to your life.

Cathy Wardlaw is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults who are dealing with trauma, ADHD, adjustment issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Before becoming a counselor, Cathy worked for 15 years in the public school system as a paraprofessional, serving elementary and high school students.

Cathy received her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. She uses a variety of clinical approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and mindfulness techniques.

Cathy believes that making clients feel safe and heard is the foundation for success in therapy. She will guide you in identifying your strengths, setting boundaries and goals, and letting go of what does not serve you. Reach out to Cathy today!

I am Yebu Jalloh Charles, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in outpatient psychiatry, crisis stabilization, and geriatric mental health. I work with individuals across the lifespan facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and behavioral concerns. Many of my clients seek clarity, emotional stability, and effective treatment strategies to regain control of their mental health and improve their overall quality of life. 

My approach is patient-centered and evidence-based, combining thorough psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy. I specialize in ADHD, depression, insomnia, mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders across the lifespan, helping clients achieve stability, improve functioning, and build lasting coping strategies. 

Seeking support is a meaningful step toward healing, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. When you're ready, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey to improve mental wellness.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Doctorate in Community Care and Counseling: Traumatology and six years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, and trauma—concerns that often affect both personal well-being and relationships. 

My therapeutic approach is grounded in unconditional positive regard—creating a space where you feel accepted, seen, and valued. To meet each person's needs, I draw from evidence-based approaches including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, REBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. 

In our sessions, you can expect a collaborative and supportive environment where your goals guide our work. I view therapy as a process of growth and self-discovery—one that helps you unlock your potential, build resilience, and embrace change. My ultimate goal is to empower you to find meaning, healing, and fulfillment in your life.

To paraphrase an old but true saying, “the only thing constant in life is change.” One thing that was left out is that change can often times be scary and hard. Just when we think things are going good, life has a way of throwing us a curve ball just to make things “interesting.” Whether you are experiencing difficulty with coping with changes related to your emotions, your relationships, your job, your health, or just life in general, counseling can help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with approximately 12 years of experience with working with children, adults, families, and couples. I am proud to have an all-inclusive practice that serves clients and families of varying ethnicities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, and other cultural backgrounds. I take pride in providing a comfortable and welcoming (yet always professional) environment where clients are encouraged to be open and honest. My primary goal is to help my clients to uncover their innate ability to adapt and thrive despite any challenges they may face. Common issues that I help with include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, relationship stressors, behavior issues, trauma and abuse, stress management, relational codependency, suicidal thoughts, and grief. I utilize a holistic/systems approach to counseling in order to understand the impact that a client’s mental, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being may have on the issues that they are facing. While I believe quality training is important, I also believe that it is just as important to find a counselor that is a good “fit.” I would the love the opportunity to see if I am a good fit to help assist you on your journey. With online counseling (within the state of Georgia), and 24/7 scheduling, you are just one mouse click/phone call of way, so…let’s HEAL together!