Dr. Crawford is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been practicing in the Atlanta area for 30 years. He received his Doctor of Philosophy in clinical psychology at St. Louis University and completed his internship at Emory University School of Medicine. He served as the clinical director of both an adolescent and adult inpatient treatment program at West Paces Ferry Hospital before transitioning into private practice. Dr. Crawford has been in practice with Michael Lyles, M.D. since 1997, and they see patients in their Roswell office. Dr. Crawford works with children (ages 10 and older), adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), behavioral problems, and relationship problems. He also performs psychoeducational evaluations to assess for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning issues, etc. Dr. Crawford consults one day a week at Pace Academy in Atlanta and has served as their consulting psychologist since 2003. He was the team psychologist for the Atlanta Hawks from 2004 until 2008. Dr. Crawford has written two books: The Obsessive-Compulsive Trap: Real Help for a Real Disorder and When Two Become Three: Nurturing Your Marriage After Baby Arrives as well as numerous articles and book chapters. He has been featured as an expert guest on "ABC’s World News This Morning,” “House Call with Dr. Sanjay Gupta,” “CNN Headline News,” and several other local television and radio programs. Dr. Crawford also speaks regularly on a variety of topics for churches, parent groups, and schools.

Shelley believes that, at the core, all people desire relationship. Unfortunately, things happen in life that can make it difficult for them to connect with others in healthy ways. In the attempt to avoid pain, people protect themselves in ways that leave them feeling isolated and alone—the exact opposite of what they want. Shelley believes good therapy helps people gain a deeper understanding of themselves and inspires them to grow in ways that make it possible to experience fulfilling relationships and live a happier life. She applies this philosophy in her work with men, women, and families who are affected by addiction. Her desire is to help people discover and resolve the underlying relational issues that keep them dependent on drugs, alcohol, sex, eating, working, and other addictive lifestyles. She is also passionate about helping single women overcome feelings of frustration and loneliness when relationships fail and find joy and fulfillment when life isn't going as planned.

Beverly has a Doctor of Psychology and has been in practice for over 20 years. She works with adults, individuals, and couples in her general practice with people from all faiths and those with no faith. In her work with clients, she focuses on all types of presenting problems such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Beverly has additional training beyond her doctorate degree in working with couples who are struggling with communication, intimacy issues, and affairs, among many other things. She and her husband, Dr. William Bird, share a private practice and have been married since 1986.

Nathan is a pastoral counselor, spiritual director, and the founder of Soul Care Christian Counseling in Atlanta, GA. He began his graduate studies under Dr. Dan Allender at Mars Hill Graduate School in Seattle and then transferred to the Institute for Spiritual Formation (ISF) in Los Angeles. The ISF is an interdisciplinary program of Talbot School of Theology and Rosemead School of Psychology where he earned a master’s degree in spiritual formation and soul care. He is also a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Nathan speaks Spanish fluently after having spent 16 years in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. He has ministered to United States missionaries and national pastors in a number of Latin American countries since then. Nathan specializes in marriage counseling: working with Christian couples or individuals struggling with significant strife or separation, dealing with betrayal, sexual addiction, or facing divorce. In addition, he specializes in the area of sexual brokenness: working with Christian men fighting against the control of pornography, sexual addiction, and unwanted same-sex desires. Nathan also counsels in a number of other areas of struggle, as well.

Everyone possesses a desire to be known and loved, but due to a compassion deficit in one’s past, belief systems can develop which contribute to an instinct of self-protection that blocks life-giving relationships from forming. When light is shown in the dark burrows of one's hiding, freedom ensues, and healthy relationship and attachment are possible. Kendall is passionate about joining men and women on their journey toward healing and freedom. He works with individuals, families, and groups who long to live a full life, free from the shackles that have haunted them throughout their lives. Kendall has a master’s degree in professional counseling from Denver Seminary. He is trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and is an emotion-focused couples therapist. Kendall enjoys fishing, hiking, snowboarding, and playing softball as often as possible. He loves a good campfire and holds his family and friends within the fabric of his heart.

Kathleen Shack, M.S., LMFT, has been in private practice for 20 years. She is an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist, certified discernment counselor, certified Gottman therapist, divorce coach and registered divorce mediator. She helps individuals, couples, and families minimize the negative and find lasting solutions. Kathleen helps people find inner strength and gives them tools they can use to navigate their relationships and their world.  Using the Gottman Method, Kathleen guides couples on how to build and maintain healthy relationships. Discernment counseling helps couples on the brink of divorce to gain clarity and confidence about the direction of their relationship. In mediation, Kathleen leads divorcing individuals toward resolution of issues, works with parents to develop a parenting plan, and provides insight to parents regarding their child's needs before, during, and after divorce.  Kathleen earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Georgia and master’s degree in marriage and family therapy/family studies from the University of Kentucky. A native of Atlanta, Kathleen enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters, extended family, and pets. Kathleen’s website is www.MFTGA.com, email is Kathleen@MFTGA.com, and her phone number is 678-220-0090. The office is located at 3534 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Melissa Coats is a psychotherapist and sex therapist that specializes in helping individuals and couples resolve and manage issues regarding stress, sex, and self-esteem.

Hi everyone! My name is Lauren Wallace and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I specialize in working with children who struggle with anxiety and divorce recovery. Graduating from North Georgia College & State University (now University of North Georgia) with my undergraduate degree in Sociology, I loved the school and Dahlonega so much that I attained my Master’s degree in Community Counseling shortly thereafter. I have been a lifelong resident of Georgia, have been an active therapist in the state for 8 years, and an active supervisor for the last year and a half. I especially love working with children and discovering new ways to connect with each child’s needs. To best serve everyone’s fast paced lives and limited schedule, I mix a relaxed, accommodating therapy style with efficiently working through problems with a high quality of care. I work primarily within the Adlerian Play Therapy model as well as Child Centered Play Therapy. I am a nationally certified Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Georgia. I greatly enjoy providing play therapy supervision for new therapists working with children and adolescents. I am a member of the Association for Play Therapy and the Licensed Professional Counselor Association of Georgia. I passionately enjoy working with children and helping them achieve their best selves!

William has a Doctor of Psychology and has been in practice for over 20 years. He specializes in couples and individual therapy with adults who present a wide range of issues and relationship problems. He enjoys working with men who struggle in their relationships, careers, and life in general. William sees clients of faith and clients who profess no faith. He has been married to his wife, Dr. Beverly Bird, since 1986, and they share a private practice in Alpharetta, GA.

Beverly is a Christian therapist and nationally licensed professional counselor specializing in individual, couples, family and group therapy. Beverly specializes in attachment, spiritual direction and growth as well as grief, loss, divorce, parenting and life transition therapies. She is welcoming to those of all faiths and backgrounds and committed to providing specialized quality of care in support of your unique situation, personal growth, and development. Beverly is honored to join you and together seek comfort, truth, and hope that comes only from the Lord. She works with you to find your freedom again, solve relationship difficulties, discover and improve your overall well-being, and develop a true foundation of self confidence. She comes alongside you to strengthen your personal authenticity, become a better parent, discover who you are and where you are going, as well as break through to a deeper loving relationship with Christ.