Debbie completed her undergraduate work at the University of Florida in 1992, and then moved to Chicago to earn a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Wheaton College, graduating in 1994. She is now a doctoral candidate at the University of Georgia in counselor education and supervision. Debbie has experience in residential, college, and private practice settings. She has been licensed as an LPC in the state of Georgia since 1998, and is also a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) and a Trauma-Focused Equine-Assisted Psychotherapist (TF-EAP). She currently provides office counseling in Roswell and equine-assisted psychotherapy in Milton. Debbie works with clients with a wide range of emotional, relational, and spiritual issues. She has a special interest in teens, trauma recovery, codependency recovery, Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoA) issues, boundaries, shame, anxiety, depression, and loss.

Cheryl is a licensed professional counselor and clinical hypnotherapist who has been in private practice for over 25 years. Her goal is to help her clients become their best self, the way God intended. She believes the intimate connection created in a therapy relationship is an ideal place to problem-solve, try new behaviors, change negative beliefs, let go of unhealthy patterns and habits, grieve past losses and heal unresolved trauma. With experience in several counseling approaches, Cheryl has many therapy tools in her "toolbox" she has perfected over the years, and experienced herself in her own healing work. Her specialties include anxiety disorders/ panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, (PTSD), relational issues, childhood trauma, grief and adoptive parenting. In addition, Cheryl also offers womens' groups for those who wish to deepen their connections with, and get support from, other women. As a mother of an adopted teenager, she brings a unique perspective to parenting. When a client enters her office, they enter a "non-judgmental zone" where they can be free to be themselves. All are welcome!

Karen desires to create a safe, compassionate environment where clients can explore difficulties knowing they will be cared for and heard. She considers it an honor to walk alongside individuals and couples to help them navigate life's challenges and restore a sense of hope. With specialized training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and sex therapy, her passion is to help clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, sexual concerns, and sexual traumas. Karen is PREPARE/ENRICH certified and enjoys working with couples considering marriage. Karen is a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC), a licensed associate marriage and family therapist (LAMFT), and an associate member of the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists. Her undergraduate degree is from Wheaton College, and her master’s degree in marriage and family therapy with a certificate in Christian sex counseling is from Richmont Graduate University. Karen works under the direction and supervision of Linda Merrion and Vickie George.

Calin is a professional counselor who earned his master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University in 2023. Calin also earned an MDiv and PhD in theological studies from Trinity International University. Calin has a unique and diverse ethnic background and has almost twenty years of experience working with teens, college students, and adults in various settings, cultures, and situations where he facilitated educational, spiritual, multicultural, and mental health goals.   Calin is enthusiastic about working with teens, emerging adults, and adults on their journey from loss and trauma to happiness and success. He is available to support and inspire you as you find purpose, direction, and well-being. He focuses on working with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, and relationship issues, improving overall functioning, helping marriages/families heal relationships, and creating space for individual flourishing.    Calin uses evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, emotional-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and existential therapy as effective modalities for processing and healing from trauma and emotional distress. He is client-centered and develops interventions that balance challenging thought processes without feeling shame. Calin is also sensitive to his clients’ spiritual needs and values and can integrate faith-based perspectives into counseling if desired.   Calin and his wife, Estera, have been married since 1994 and have two children. They enjoy hiking, reading, finding good food experiences, watching movies, and traveling to new places.

Jon's heart is to serve Christians who need an empathetic and trusted guide for navigating emotional and relational struggles. He enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples on issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and marital/premarital needs. He is currently pursuing a specialization in sexual addiction treatment in order to be a solid resource for clients struggling with pornography use or other unwanted sexual behaviors. Jon has experience working in crisis hospitalization, addiction treatment, and ministry settings, addressing everyday problems, spiritual issues, and significant mental illness. His approach is informed by evidence-based therapeutic approaches but is always grounded in the truth of God’s word.

Since 1998, Tatiana Matthews has been sharing hope, humor, and professionalism with her clients. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) in Georgia and North Carolina. She is the clinical director of Atlanta Specialized Care. Mrs. Matthews obtained her master of science from East Carolina University, where she majored in clinical rehabilitation counseling with a specialty in addiction and mental health. While acting as a consult liaison in the main medical hospital, she completed her clinical internship in the alcohol and addiction program and the psychiatric unit at Duke University Medical Hospital. Following her internship, Mrs. Matthews practiced privately with East Coast Counseling in Greenville, North Carolina. In addition, she served as research director for a “Brief Intervention” study conducted through the East Carolina Injury Prevention Program at Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville. In 2000, Mrs. Matthews moved to north Georgia and worked on a contractual basis for Ridgeview Institute’s mobile assessment team in Smyrna. She was one of the founding partners of North View Counseling & Recovery, Inc., where she practiced for almost 10 years. After retiring from North View in August 2010, Mrs. Matthews began practicing independently in Alpharetta. Mrs. Matthews addresses the mind, body, spirituality, family systems, vocation, and hobbies. When requested by a client, she can integrate a Christian perspective into the therapy process. She is client-centered and develops a series of interventions that are challenging without being shaming. Mrs. Matthews provides individual, family, and group therapy to adults and adolescents. She has extensive experience in the areas of addictions, co-dependency, trauma, mood regulation, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities. Mrs. Matthews has specialized training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), as well as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). EMDR is a therapeutic technique used to address trauma, while DBT teaches emotional regulation. Mrs. Matthews is also the author of Fred the Fox Shouts “NO!”, an adult’s guide to speaking to children about sexual abuse prevention. Fred the Fox helps parents and caregivers introduce the concepts of “private parts” and safety with people we know. With the help of illustrations by Allison Fears, Fred the Fox helps children learn to recognize and avoid sexual abuse and helps protect them by teaching them what to do. Fred the Fox Shouts “NO!” is available for purchase at Amazon.com.

Melinda is a native Californian who moved to Dallas, Texas in 1998 where she met her husband, Brook. They have been happily married for almost 23 years and have two college-aged sons. She completed her graduate work at the University of North Texas at Dallas in December 2016.  Melinda and her family moved to Atlanta six years ago where she pursues counseling in private practice. She enjoys building and cultivating relationships with each person. She understands the importance of the individual designing their own therapeutic experience, so they can be the best version of themselves while creating healthy habits. Melinda's goals in counseling include creating a safe and nurturing environment for each person in order to establish trust. She values listening to the needs of individuals while reminding them of their value and allowing them to write the narrative for their life. She emphasizes that each client is responsible for their choices as these affect their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.  After many years of seeing teenagers, adults, couples, and families, Melinda believes the relationship between the client and the counselor is paramount to the client’s success in counseling. It takes courage, commitment, collaboration, and connection to heal through the therapeutic journey.

Amelia specializes in working with women on anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, self-esteem, identity development, young adulthood transition, and relationship concerns (including unhealthy patterns and covert narcissistic abuse). She is inspired by helping women recognize their worthiness by healing past wounds and strengthening their authentic selves. Amelia enjoys working with college-aged and young adult women to navigate the challenges that come along with burgeoning independence, changing relationships, and major life transitions.

Cally earned her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of North Georgia and her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Armstrong Atlantic State University. She is a licensed associate professional counselor. Cally believes people are holistic beings with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. She aims to work collaboratively with individuals to help them develop life-long coping skills and healthy thought processes. She believes change starts from within, and she works to empower clients to take steps to create the change they wish to see for themselves. Cally is passionate about working with adolescents and adults who are living with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, anger, trauma, and life transitions. Cally has experience serving in various mental health roles and environments, including adolescent crisis stabilization units, trauma-focused centers, outpatient settings, community service boards,  and school-based mental health. Cally joined InnerCompass Counseling in July 2021. Prior to joining InnerCompass, she served as a school-based counselor through The Summit Counseling Center. She also has experience working in a nonprofit setting serving sexual abuse survivors of all ages. She is enthusiastic about creating a meaningful connection with each client. In her free time, Cally enjoys traveling, hiking, music, and spending time with family.

Shannon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over seven years of experience and specializes in anxiety and OCD. She is passionate about helping women who feel overwhelmed by overthinking, self-doubt, and fear—struggles that can deeply impact relationships, daily life, and overall well-being. Shannon understands how anxiety and OCD can create obstacles to living a life filled with joy and peace, and she is here to help clients find freedom from what’s holding them back. Using evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Shannon helps clients recognize unhelpful patterns and work toward real, lasting change and healing. Taking a whole-person approach, she also guides clients in exploring the powerful connection between physical and emotional health—addressing imbalances that contribute to stress, low energy, and mental fog. Her goal is to help you build resilience, restore balance, and step into the life you were designed to live.