Connie is the Founder and Director of New Hope Counseling Center. She has been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia since 2004. Connie and her husband, Danny, have been married for 38 years. She has a passion for helping couples, individuals, and families renew their strength and commitment to each other and live life more abundantly. She has treated survivors of trauma (childhood trauma, adult emotional and physical abuse, and PTSD). Connie believes that men and women are created in the image of God, that there is a need for an intimate connection with Him, and oftentimes deep emotional pain causes a disconnect from Him and others. Connie's desire is to help people find hope and healing through the therapy process. She believes therapy is a way to facilitate change, but ultimately the change comes from within—from the client. Her commitment is to meet clients where they are and to motivate them and help them achieve their ultimate life goals.

Maureen S. Bixler, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s and Bachelor’s of Social Work from the University of Georgia. She has years of experience working with children, adolescents and families in both individual and group settings. She has worked in different social work settings such as schools, in-home counseling and child welfare. Maureen created Live Life Counseling, LLC in 2014, with the main goal to help others live life to its fullest potential. Maureen offers a holistic, healing approach to therapy. She utilizes many different treatment modalities; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Existential Therapy, Family Systems, Attachment and Bonding Based Parenting, Strength Perspective and Client-Center Therapy. She offers individual, couple and family therapy. Often clients come to her with complex trauma which surfaces through addiction, anxiety and or depression. She utilizes Dialectical Behavioral Techniques (DBT) and Progressive Counting (PC) which allow a client to work through their issue and underlying trauma. In every session with Maureen she hopes to be a place for one to feel heard, validated and encouraged. Maureen loves spending time with her husband and being a mom to their four young children.

Kristen is a licensed professional counselor with more than 18 years of experience as a licensed clinician and consultant to individuals, couples, and families. Professional services include counseling and wellness coaching. She has specialized training in providing therapy from a faith-based perspective to serve clients who are interested in that approach. Since 2004, Kristen has been walking alongside individuals as they begin to uncover the larger story that God might be working in their hearts. Often, as individuals reflect on the journey of their lives, it seems as if the story they are living is not the story they had hoped to find themselves in. Heartache from the past, and even anxiety about an uncertain future, can serve to distort one’s view of oneself and the unfolding story. Watching God use brokenness to move people toward redemption and wholeness is one of Kristen's greatest privileges as a therapist. Kristen takes an integrative approach to therapy and feels that one of the most important catalysts for change is found in the strength of the therapeutic alliance. Within that alliance is a collaboration and an agreement on a client's goals and treatment tasks.

Molly holds a master’s degree in family therapy from Mercer University and has been licensed since 2014. Her extensive training and clinical experience have equipped her to work with adults of all ages through in-person and virtual therapy. Molly is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and she is accepting clients from Georgia for virtual sessions. During sessions, Molly creates a comfortable, safe, and accepting atmosphere where her clients can explore the challenges they face. Her clients have described her as down to earth, easy to talk to, and direct. The clients who find Molly to be the best fit include those facing life transitions such as divorce, new parenting, and career changes; individuals struggling with anxiety, grief, or relationships; and those who want to make sense of and heal from past traumatic experiences. She uses a combination of techniques, drawing from attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client-centered, strength-based techniques to meet clients where they are and walk with them through the process of creating positive change. She has been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and utilizes this to address a variety of concerns, including trauma, mood disorders, and phobias. Molly grew up outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has lived in the Southeast for the last decade. She lives in the Charlotte area with her husband and son. When she is not seeing clients, she enjoys cooking, practicing yoga, spending time outdoors, and traveling.

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.

We all need support in dealing with life's challenges, but sometimes just asking for help can feel as overwhelming as the problems for which we are seeking support. I provide a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy with other therapeutic modalities. Building and practicing coping skills are a vital part of therapy with me. Whether you are looking to learn new ways of dealing with behavioral, emotional, or relationship patterns, or are seeking support for you or your family, I offer my clients a compassionate and supportive, yet challenging environment in which to achieve their full potential. I work to create a space where clients feel supported and safe, while also incorporating some fun, so clients can to learn to use healthy coping strategies to manage the challenges of daily life.  I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC005623) and a former certified school counselor. I received a master’s degree in education and a specialist in education degree from Georgia State University. I also received a BA in psychology from the University of Michigan (Go Blue!). I have been counseling since 2004, initially as a middle school counselor and later honing my skills in a variety of settings including PHP programs, counseling agencies, and hospitals before opening the doors to my private practice in 2012. I provide customized counseling services to individuals and couples. My specialties include working with adults to manage depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have a passion for helping people learn the skills to live the life they truly desire. In my free time, I enjoy running, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Megan Kuder is a licensed professional counselor and received her master's degree from Richmont University in Atlanta, GA, in 2013. After helping found the Atlanta chapter of a church-based soul care counseling ministry in 2014, she went on to start her own private practice in 2018 shortly before having her first child. Her practice is now located in North Atlanta near the Battery/Truist Park. She considers it a great privilege to help clients navigate through issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions so they can gain a greater sense of freedom, hope, and courage to thrive in their lives.  Megan specializes in working with adult women, as well as dating, engaged, and married couples. She provides a warm, directive environment, offering a safe, empathetic space for connection and healing. Her goal is for clients to leave each session with a sense of empowerment and peace with who they are and tools to help them with where they’re headed. Her counseling practice, Be Well, reflects Megan’s belief that true wellness comes from a holistic understanding of mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and each of these areas is addressed in therapy.  Megan is a certified restoration therapist, EMDR trained (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and a PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator. She is also a certified professional counseling supervisor and enjoys helping train other therapists in their work as counselors. She has spoken at women’s conferences, churches, schools, and faith-based organizations around Atlanta on various topics related to mental health and Christian spirituality, healthy relationships, and self-care for the people helper. 

Erica has been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2006. Within this timeframe, she has provided individual, family, and couples therapy. During her early years of licensure, Erica worked with Community Solutions, providing intensive in-home counseling to families and high-risk teens involved with the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. This included working directly with county and state juvenile probation officials, courts, and judges. In 2014, Erica received her Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor Certification. She then provided clinical supervision to social service interns looking to practice in the field of marriage and family therapy, counseling, and social work.  Erica became the Regional Executive Director with Southwest Key Programs in 2019, overseeing up to 17 master’s degree-level clinicians throughout Georgia. Using Functional Family Therapy (FFT), an evidenced-based therapy model, clinicians provided in-home therapy to teens and their families involved in the court system. Erica supported clinicians, individuals, and families, helping them navigate areas such as parenting, delinquency, teen alcohol and drug use, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and boundaries.  Erica now works with the Veterans Health Administration. She supports veterans through immediate crises as they struggle with issues including anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), military sexual trauma (MST), and suicidal ideations.  Erica is also passionate about working in private practice, where she uses the modalities Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She supports individuals and couples struggling with challenges such as religious trauma, intimacy, desire discrepancies, performance anxiety, sexual health, and maintaining wellness. Erica helps educate the community and faith-based organizations about mental health issues via presentations, conferences, and seminars. Erica enjoys working toward spiritual wellness, travel, sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Since 2009, Sean has been sharing hope, humor, and authenticity with his clients. He specializes in serving teenagers and adults to help deal with depression, anxiety, anger, and addiction issues. Additionally, he has extensive experience in counseling with Veterans and first responders with unique trauma experiences. Sean is highly effective in helping people heal hurts they have carried and often have kept secret or hidden from others. Sean’s passion is seeing people develop new chapters in life-to the point that those closest to them take notice-as they broaden their understanding of themselves and others. Sean treats those who are struggling with: depression, social and performance anxiety, anger, relationship issues, trauma, post-traumatic stress, addiction recovery, substance abuse, grief and loss. Sean’s inclusive counseling approach draws from a variety of psychological, behavioral, and spiritual approaches to address the unique needs of each client. He is client-centered and develops a series of interventions that balance challenging thought processes without feeling shame. Beyond doing talk therapy, Sean has advanced training in EMDR, which specializes in treating issues related to trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and loss, often more quickly than traditional talk-therapies. EMDR allows for healing from “triggers” that lead to trauma symptoms and emotional distress, by resetting them to bring about neurological and emotional healing. People experiencing intense emotions, losing energy or “oomph,” or feeling overwhelmed and pulled a million different ways, find that EMDR provides lasting changes to handle the stressors of everyday life without the same difficulty as before. ADDITIONALLY Prior to private practice, Sean worked as a clinical director for Veteran’s Affairs in the PTSD clinic. Sean has also worked as a clinician and director for individuals working toward addiction recovery in South Florida, as well as in community mental health working with teenagers, young adults, and their families. ​Sean and his wife, Stevie, have been married since 2014 and enjoy traveling (especially anywhere with a beach), searching for the best local food and coffee spots, going for excessive amounts of walks as well as learning to cook new meals together.

Sara is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. She has received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UGA and a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. Sara has experience working with clients in psychiatric hospital settings and an outpatient eating disorder recovery center. She provides traditional talk therapy and art therapy to individuals, families, and groups. Sara also provides brain mapping (qEEG) and neurofeedback therapy to clients who may prefer non-traditional therapy or brain training in conjunction with talk therapy for common clinical conditions, such as depression and anxiety, trauma, ADHD, poor sleep, etc. Sara works with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, personal growth, relationship, and family issues. Sara’s therapeutic modalities are person-centered, Adlerian and psychodynamic, CBT, and trauma-informed interventions. She offers biblical Christian counseling for clients who prefer a faith-based approach to therapy. She is also bilingual and fluent in English and Korean.