Dr. Chelsea Moodie specializes in treating children and adolescents who are experiencing challenges with focus, organization, time management, and procrastination. Dr. Moodie collaborates with parents and encourages their involvement; homework is assigned to both parents and children to enhance family communication. She equips parents with practical tools so they can set their child up for success at school and home. Treatment plans are tailored to the needs of each child. She offers social skills groups for kids and teens, as they learn tremendously from their peers. Many clients benefit from the combination of individual therapy and social skills groups. Dr. Moodie is passionate about serving children who have ADHD or autism. She received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Please email to confirm Dr. Moodie is accepting new clients at scheduling@moodycounseling.com.

Dr. Montes is a licensed psychologist and has experience in treating clients of all ages. He received his PhD from the University of Akron in 1998 and specializes in children & adolescents with learning weaknesses. He speaks English and ASL for the hearing impaired. In addition to his extensive skills as a psychologist, he is a professor, author, and father of four. He is certified in neurofeedback by the BCIA and has been featured on CBS 46 news.

You want to keep moving on with your life, but something is in the way. You may feel stuck, unmotivated, depressed, anxious, scared, and so much more. Life can be so challenging, and it isn't fair that you don't get instructions. At GROW, we understand that life can throw some unexpected curveballs that you were never prepared to handle. We want to help equip you with the tools to manage the challenges and wounds life can bring to move towards healing. Courtney Salter loves helping people move forward. She is passionate about the potential that you have in your life, and works diligently to become a safe place to find and develop the tools within yourself and heal past wounds. Courtney earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and has extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Courtney has worked in a psychiatric hospital with a range of disorders in the inpatient and outpatient units. Her experience extends to working with adults, teens, women, trauma, anxiety, addiction, depression, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, boundaries, communication, career, codependency, and relationships. You are not broken in need of fixing; you may be healing and in need of care. Caring for yourself and your emotional/mental health is often a difficult thing to do. Yet unattended, the wounds and destructive coping mechanisms tear away the chance of healthy relationships, life-giving work, daily functioning, and effective parenting. As your therapist, Courtney is determined to help you find your place in the healing process. You may wonder if you need counseling or if it will make a difference. Here at GROW, we have seen things get better. We are passionate about the potential that you have in your life. Life happens, but together we can find the next steps forward.

I understand how debilitating and scary social anxiety, depression, and loneliness can feel. Struggling to get out of bed in the morning, fear of what others will think, or feeling like the only person who doesn't fit in can make somebody want to hide and never come out. I also offer walking sessions to help clients get outdoors. I believe isolation and negative thinking are key components in depression. Part of my goal in therapy is to help clients raise awareness of their behaviors and recognize the lies they tell themselves. I want clients to feel comfortable working at their own pace.  I also have a teen processing and hiking group that meets throughout the year for 10 weeks at a time.   This group meets once a week for 10 weeks to process what’s happening in group members’ lives and learn new skills to deal with anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, and more. Once a month, we go on a hike or do something fun outdoors. Who: Eight maximum high school guys. Where: My office for weekly sessions and TBD for monthly outings. When: Once a week for skills and processing group and once a month for outdoor hiking or fun activity. Cost: $50 per group session and $60 per outdoor activity.

Neal is a pastoral counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. He has a private practice in Johns Creek, Georgia. With over 20 years of experience as a pastoral counselor, marriage and family therapist, and certified Imago Relationship Therapist, he is currently working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise is relationship counseling. In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Neal has presented at national conferences and to general audiences on the topic of relationship growth. He is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. His approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. He integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, he works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Brittany is passionate about creating a safe place for people to find connection, hope, and holistic wellness. She believes that all people have the ability to grow and thrive. Using primarily non-directive humanistic approaches, Brittany works alongside people to help them discover their inner strengths. Her areas of interest include grief, relationship health, spirituality, anxiety, trauma, transitions, LGBTQ, and depression.

Aleisha provides individual therapy for children and adolescents who struggle with interpersonal skills, self-esteem, anxiety, ADHD, behavior, anger management, bullying, depression, and major life transitions. She has worked with children of many different cultures and a wide range of presenting issues. Aleisha recognizes the importance of teaching children how to cope with big emotions, unwanted thoughts, and feelings while they’re young in order to have a solid foundation for dealing with life’s inevitable challenges of the future. She believes maintaining a strong, therapeutic relationship that is transparent, collaborative, and unconditional is crucial for building trust and will also facilitate the healing process. Therapy is about providing a safe space where people can be themselves and not be judged for it. Aleisha utilizes an integrative approach to counseling including a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and play therapy. This approach allows children to learn problem-solving skills, fosters growth, and empowers them to know they are capable of thriving and accomplishing their goals. Aleisha has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Hispanic Studies from East Carolina University. She has studied abroad in Granada, Spain, and enjoys immersing herself in other cultures.  Upon graduation from ECU, Aleisha went to the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) to complete her master's degree in Community Counseling. She has since worked with children in the school setting as well as adults in outpatient services. Aleisha has also spent some time conducting crisis assessments and providing counseling services to individuals who struggled with suicidal thoughts, psychosis, and substance use. Aleisha has a three-year-old daughter and loves being a mom. She also enjoys binge watching shows, dance, yoga, listening to music/podcasts, shopping and reading books in her spare time.

Life can be overwhelming, and at times it can feel impossible to look at yourself with acceptance and confidence. Are you going through a difficult season and you aren’t sure how to cope with what life is throwing at you? Please know that you are not alone. Making the decision to begin therapy is a courageous step toward living the life you want and deserve. You deserve to feel whole and experience freedom from what you’re facing. Learning new evidence-based tools, perspectives, and coping skills can greatly advance your journey back to happiness and self-confidence. I know firsthand how difficult this road is, having faced and overcome several of the challenges I now specialize in. I am passionate about helping others as they navigate life’s challenges and learn to love themselves. I work with teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, and body dysmorphia. I earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Richmont Graduate University, and I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in sociology. I would be honored to walk with you on your path to freedom and joy.

Monica believes that taking the leap into therapy can be really scary, and wants you to know she will be there to receive you with compassion and a sincere desire to hear and understand you. She believes that life experiences shape the way we see and feel about ourselves, others, and the world. Trauma, or any disturbing event, can significantly distort these perceptions. This includes humiliation or betrayal; abuse; accidents; witnessing or experiencing natural disasters; or any other event that has been hurtful or disturbing, either from the distant or recent past. When life experiences are harmful or traumatic, we can feel stuck, and unable to move on. This can be overwhelming and defeating, and can often lead to a sense of hopelessness and despair. She believes in empathetically walking alongside others on their journey to hope, healing, and love.  Monica treats adults who are struggling with: trauma, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. She uses several different modalities focused on the needs and strengths of each individual client or couple and has received specialized training in EMDR to help process complex trauma. She treats children with behavioral issues using play therapy and works with couples going through divorce on co-parenting skills. Prior to private practice Monica spent fifteen years working with complex trauma survivors in an International Christian non-profit organization where she specialized in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, survivors of sex trafficking, at-risk children, refugees and those struggling with substance abuse and homelessness.

Heather has served as a Christian counselor for 20 years. During that time, she has been priviliged to serve in school, church, and private practice settings. She enjoys working with a diverse clientele, including adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has specific training in trauma resolution including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), narrative therapy, progressive counting and EMDR. In addition, she has an expertise in anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, boundary setting, adolescent issues, and issues of faith.Heather has a passion for working with women struggling in their relationships with men who have sexual addictions and/or mental health issues. In addition to having four children of her own and previously fostering two children, she enjoys helping parents through the challenges they face. She frequently works with church staff and their spouses, as both she and her husband have held church positions and understand those challenges well.Heather is passionate about her relationship with Jesus and is humbled to watch as his grace and truth bring healing and transformation. In her free time, she loves to spend time outdoors with her husband, Lance, and with as many of their children they can round up. 7/14/20 additional issues she treats: ADHD, adoption, anger management, Asperger's syndrome, behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Child/adolescent chronic illness, coping skills, divorce, domestic abuse, domestic violence, emotional disturbance, video game addiction, spirituality, stress, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, family conflict, gender identity/transgender, internet addiction, life transition, marital/premarital, oppositional defiance, peer relationships, pregnancy, school issues, self-esteem, self harm, sleep/insomnia, sex therapy, sexual abuse, sexual addition