Kiki is devoted to treating every client with kindness and compassion. Her goal is to provide a warm, caring, and nonjudgmental environment so you can feel free to move toward healing and wholeness. She works with clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), relational distress, addiction, premarital and marital concerns, codependency, grief, self-esteem, identity, and more. She believes one of the most important, difficult things a person can do in their life is to heal and grow. The process of growing is often just as painful and confusing as it is beautiful; that is why having someone with a flashlight and a map to walk through that journey with you is invaluable. Kiki would be honored to journey alongside you in growth and healing. Kiki loves working with couples to help them overcome the obstacles that prevent connection and unity. This includes repairing past hurt, establishing healthy boundaries with each other and with family, learning effective communication skills, overcoming individual and joint trauma, and more. At Waystone, she also collaborates with other therapists to support the whole family system in family therapy. She is passionate about helping families create an environment where each person is safe, seen, soothed, and secure. When families can move toward each other in this way, it activates the natural healing that exists within healthy familial connections. Kiki's therapeutic approach incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS), also referred to as “Parts work”. Because she was trained through the IFS Institute, she is also equipped to help clients “unburden” their parts, which leads to powerful healing and freedom. Her approach to therapy is very person-centered and attachment-based, also combining elements of Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, and Brainspotting (a mind-body approach for processing deep emotions).  She is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) under supervision with Lauren Dack. Her Master’s degree is in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certification in Marriage and Family Therapy. Outside of her degree, Kiki is trained in IFS (Level 1), Brainspotting (Phase I, Phase II, and advanced BSP with Parts), and EFT. She is also certified in PREPARE/ENRICH for premarital couples. For individual therapy, she works with adolescents and adults ages 16+. For family therapy, she works with adolescents and adults ages 14+. Outside of work, Kiki enjoys going to fan conventions, teaching aerial silks, and reading anything and everything by Brandon Sanderson. 

David is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who received his master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. He also earned a Master of Divinity degree in 2010 and was an ordained pastor for 13 years. David works with adults, couples, and adolescents.  David brings empathy, curiosity, and support to those struggling with the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic health issues, perfectionism, and church hurt. He also has significant experience working with athletic perfectionism. Above all, David counts it an honor to sit with folks who are hurting. David uses psychodynamic therapy through the lens of development to best help his clients achieve their goals. He holds certificates in Narrative Focused Trauma Care and is also trained in story work, which is particularly helpful when addressing the effects of trauma. He also has had extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which helps clients identify and understand their cycles of conflict and heal the emotional injuries that occur during those cycles. EFT is considered the gold standard in working with couples and is also highly effective when working with individuals. David desires to create a safe, welcoming space for clients to feel comfortable sharing their lives. He works with adults, couples, and adolescents at the Renovating Hope Counseling, LLC office as well as via telehealth. In his free time, David enjoys sports, playing his guitar, and spending time with his wife and daughters.

Valorie completed a master’s of science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Prior to pursuing counseling, Valorie spent over a decade coaching soccer collegiately and professionally in various states and abroad. The switch from coaching soccer to counseling reflects her deep desire to tend to others’ hearts well. She loves learning what makes people come alive, bearing witness to the pain of being human, and joining others as they discover and become more of who they are made to be. Her energetic and direct, yet curious and empathetic demeanor invites clients toward building lives of connection, hope, and wholeness.  Valorie enjoys story work and has completed the Certificate of Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level II through the Allender Center. She primarily uses relational psychodynamic therapy, attachment theory, the Allender theory, and a system theory framework to collaborate with clients. She believes holistic care, especially for those with experiences of trauma, moves us towards the wholeness we are meant for. Valorie works with individuals aged 15 and older, and couples. Valorie enjoys rollerblading, moving her body outdoors, and reading in cozy spaces. She lives with her husband and rescue dog, Jinx. As we all navigate the heartache of living outside of Eden, Valorie would be honored to join you on your journey.

Becky Philo earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in May 2025. She began serving at Restoration Counseling of Atlanta during her internship in May 2024 and was subsequently hired as an Associate Professional Counselor the following year. Becky is passionate about supporting individuals and couples across all ages and stages of life, helping clients pursue emotional healing, personal growth, and greater freedom in their mental and emotional well-being. In addition to her counseling work, Becky has served as a Renew caregiver at North Point Community Church since 2018, where she has valued the opportunity to walk alongside others through mentorship and support. She is deeply committed to creating a compassionate and hope-filled environment for individuals who may feel discouraged or overwhelmed by life’s challenges. Becky also earned a certificate in Trauma Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. Using a trauma-informed approach and integrating techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, she seeks to understand each client’s unique experiences, needs, and goals. Becky is dedicated to helping clients navigate their healing journey with compassion, clarity, and hope.

Drew has been working with youth for nearly 10 years. He has experience as a teacher and taught English in South Korea for 7 years and taught middle school and high school in Georgia for 2 years. He recently made the transition to mental health as a therapist and works with teenagers in the Alpharetta area. Drew focuses on anxiety and depression in teenagers. He also focuses on the LGBT population, especially those teenagers and families who are also Christian and struggling with the two identities. 

Nicole is passionate about partnering with adults, adolescents, and couples in achieving their personal goals and on their journey toward healing in an emotionally safe and accepting environment. She works in areas including substance use, personal identity, spirituality, adult autism, anxiety, depression, adult ADD and ADHD, childhood trauma, chronic pain, grief and loss, social anxiety, relationship difficulties and conflict, difficulties with communication and assertiveness, and blended family dynamics. Nicole teaches skills for communication and conflict resolution and, while incorporating empathy and compassion, utilizes various interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Nicole is an associate professional counselor who earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Richmont Graduate University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Auburn University. She has worked in long-term residential treatment for substance use disorder and in private practice. She is under the supervision of Heather Cobb, LPC, CPCS.

Olga considers her time with clients sacred; it’s essential to her that clients enter a space where they feel safe, understood, and supported. She strongly aligns with a person-centered approach to therapy. Olga collaborates with clients to set and work toward their goals. Her therapeutic perspective relies heavily on family systems, which considers one's family dynamic and how it has shaped them. As a first-generation American, she is especially sensitive to the complexities of a multicultural existence. Including the client’s faith perspective in therapy is welcome as much or as little as desired. Olga earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in marriage and family therapy from Richmont Graduate University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology with a certificate in Latin American studies and global studies certification from Georgia Gwinnett College.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst. I received my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology (2010). I then went on to get my post-doctoral certificate in psychoanalysis from the Brookhaven Institute (2017). I specialize in working with mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar), OCD and more complex personality and relational issues.

Sha Wortman is an Associate Professional Counselor who has been working in the mental health field since 1994, serving in healthcare and hospice settings as well as elementary and high schools. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Georgia State University. Sha served as a school counselor, working with students, families, and staff for 20 years. She has worked with diverse populations from a variety of backgrounds.  Life is challenging! Changes, both good and not so good, can be difficult to navigate. Sha feels blessed to help others explore feelings, identify and utilize strengths, and build skills like improving executive functioning. Her work is deeply rooted in faith, and she understands we all have unique stories and our backgrounds shape how we operate and heal. Sha has been married since 1996 and has four growing and grown sons. She and her husband have been foster and adoptive parents. When not working, Sha can usually be found gathered around a firepit with music and her favorite people.   

Angie creates a warm, supportive space where clients feel safe sharing challenges and successes. Her experiences with hardship and growth fuel her passion for helping others feel heard, understood, and empowered. Specializing in counseling adults (18+), Angie works with individuals facing anxiety, grief, trauma, codependency, communication difficulties, and major life challenges—including divorce, blended families, parenting changes, identity concerns, and hormonal shifts. She collaborates closely with clients to create individualized treatment plans that align with their personal goals and foster lasting change. Angie has completed Level 1 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) through the IFS Institute. She is fully trained in EMDR and is pursuing certification in EMDR 2.0, an updated approach designed to help the brain process distressing experiences more efficiently. Her training also includes the Flash Technique and trauma-focused CBT. In addition to standard 50-minute sessions, Angie offers EMDR intensives. These extended sessions provide an accelerated path toward healing, allowing clients to stay engaged in the therapeutic process without feeling rushed. This creates momentum and space for deeper work and meaningful progress. Angie earned her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University and remains committed to ongoing professional growth through advanced training and consultation. Outside of the office, Angie enjoys exploring beach towns with her husband, spending time with her adult children and grandchildren, and reading alongside her cat, Lottie.