The safe and non-judgmental space I have experienced in my own therapy is the same space I now strive to create for my clients. It is my goal to help build hope as clients go through the ups and downs of the healing process. I am passionate about helping clients heal from trauma, navigate challenging relationships, or overcome anxiety. I hope to partner with you on your healing journey. I seek to understand your personal narrative and how your family and early relationships are impacting you in the present—and to instill hope that you can have the future and relationships you desire for yourself.

Sarah’s perspective is that life is complicated and it's easy to get lost along the way as people face their own struggles like fear, insecurity, shame, and worry. If those struggles are kept in the dark, they'll only take root and trip people up while making them start to forget truth. It's only by bringing those dark places into the light that those roots can vanish and truth can be seen and grow in ways never imagined. She considers it a joy to partner with others through that process and remove the stigma in seeking help. Sarah graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and from Richmont Graduate University with a Master of Arts in marriage and family therapy. She then served in two private practices and two other universities as their counselor. She has loved working with teens, young adults, women, moms, individuals, and couples. Her current place of practice, Tapestry, thrives in a warm, inviting, and safe environment where the counseling staff is a family who’s dedicated to joining with their clients wherever they are in the journey and walking with them to greater wholeness and healing.

Mary is a licensed professional counselor who has been working with teenagers, adults, and couples for more than 10 years. She loves her work because it allows her the opportunity to learn from all different types of people as they work to grow through their struggles and experiences. Outside the office, Mary enjoys time at home with her husband of more than 18 years, their two kids, and their assortment of furry family members who ruin their furniture.

Barbara works with adults on a number of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, divorce recovery, chronic illness, work situations, relational challenges, and family struggles. Everyone experiences stress in life, and professional, competent counseling can help. She is relational and collaborative and finds great satisfaction in helping clients experience effective change for personal and spiritual growth. Barbara specializes in spiritual integration and is a nationally board certified counselor and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) of Georgia. She has been in private practice supporting the metro-Atlanta community for 15 years. Barbara has been married for 40 years and has two adult children and two grandchildren. She enjoys reading, writing, painting, travel, and the great outdoors. She is passionate about serving and loving the body of Christ.

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.

You’ve booked the venue, found the dress, and you may even know what your reception food will taste like! It’s all super exciting, but the stress of wedding planning is affecting your relationship with your fiancé in ways you didn’t expect. You have wanted to do premarital counseling, hoping that will help, but it feels like one more thing to plan, schedule, and pay for. Thinking about the support it could provide and the foundation it could set for your marriage brings hope, but finding a therapist feels overwhelming! There is hope! In 6–8 sessions, premarital counseling covers topics such as communication, conflict, marriage expectations, roles, parenting, and much more. The goal is to have in-depth conversations around these areas to foster connection and a solid foundation before marriage. Plus, you’ll use a researched-based assessment tool that gives you an honest look at your relationship, helping guide the counseling process. The assessment comes with a workbook containing worksheets to utilize during sessions. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I specialize in working with engaged couples in premarital counseling. I make it easy to learn about the process and get scheduled, and I provide support for each couple as they walk through this season. I have planned an elopement and soon a full wedding—all during the pandemic. I know it’s exhausting, and I am here to help! 

Is your marriage strained? Has your spouse had an affair and you need help picking up the pieces? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you getting a divorce and want to make sure your kids are okay? Are you having trouble relating to your older kids or teenagers? Have you lost someone dear to you? As a marriage and family therapist, Christie helps people find strength while supporting them through the pain. She has worked with clients dealing with recovery from a divorce, an affair, or an abortion. Christie also has experience in marriage and family conflict, parenting, peer relationships, and premarital counseling. In addition to her work regarding life transition issues, coping with illness and menopause, and spiritual abuse, she also works with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, miscarriage, self-esteem, and self-worth. Christie has her degree in marriage and family therapy and is trained in emotionally focused therapy (EFT), the number one treatment for marriages and relationships. If you are hurting, please call to find a resolution that brings relief and peace.

Dara delights in assisting couples and individuals in challenging situations. She enjoys working with couples as they prepare for marriage as well as couples confronting crises who require more than mere skill building for an enduring solution. Problems such as recovering from an affair or betrayal or overcoming the effects of pornography and compulsive sexual behaviors can destroy a marriage without guided intervention, but Dara is available to join a couple in the fight to preserve their marriage and establish a more intimate and satisfying partnership. To facilitate her goals with couples, she has received advanced training in emotionally focused therapy (EFT), earned a specialization in Christian sex therapy, and received training to become a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT). Her plans are to complete the final module of CSAT training in August 2019. In individual therapy, Dara assists those who have experienced loss, abuse, trauma, or relational problems. She has received training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and internal family systems (IFS). She particularly enjoys working with those suffering from betrayal trauma.

Anna Gould enjoys working with individuals and couples experiencing a variety of concerns such as anxiety and self-doubt, people-pleasing, relationship issues and conflict, marital distress, and questions concerning faith and spirituality. She has a special passion for helping clients and families impacted by alcohol and drug addiction. She’s a proponent of 12-step programs and has seen the healing power of acknowledging and accepting what we cannot change or control and taking action to change those things we can. Anna is passionate about the power of authenticity to help foster hope and healing for relationships. She’s certified as a “ Prepare and Enrich” premarital facilitator and is now completing advanced training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Levels 1 and 2. Both therapies offer structure and support when working with couples desiring stronger relationships. In addition to practicing at Atlanta Wellness Collective, Anna enjoys spending time with her grown children, honing her basketball and football skills with the help of her grandson, and exploring local hiking trails with her husband. Anna is a member of a local church where she has the opportunity to serve (and learn from) a wonderful group of middle school students. Anna and her family are huge dog lovers. (Boxers rule!) Anna has lived in the Kennesaw area for over 25 years. She earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Richmont Graduate University, with a focus on marriage and family therapy and addictions counseling. She graduated from Shorter University with a bachelor’s degree in Biblical studies, minoring in human services. Anna is board-certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors and is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor under the supervision of Kim Ostrander.

Madison received an undergraduate degree from UNC Chapel Hill and her master's degree in social work from UNC Charlotte. Madison received training in play therapy and other courses to advance her knowledge of children and families. She has spent time in a private practice as well as an integrated health center.    Madison has a passion for working with young children, adolescents, and families who need a safe place to process and grow. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy and child-centered approaches to help individuals. She commonly helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, and behavioral concerns. Madison aims to provide a space where clients feel the love and grace of Jesus.    Outside of the office, Madison enjoys nutrition and fitness, going to coffee shops, and being with friends and family.