Gloria is an Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who completed her master’s degree in family therapy at Mercer University School of Medicine. Prior to pursuing her calling as a therapist, she received her Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law and worked in the federal sector for over a decade. Gloria's passions include helping couples, teens, and those struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficult life changes. She uses a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy that helps clients understand inner processes, build security in vital relationships, and overcome barriers toward healing and balance. She is also trained in Gottman Level 1 & 2 and PREPARE-Enrich to help people move forward with healthier lives and stronger relationships. Gloria lives in the Atlanta area with her husband and three children. She enjoys catching up with friends over bubble tea, competitive family game nights, being outdoors, and curling up with a good book. Gloria is under the supervision of Jennifer Wilmoth, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor. She is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.

Kathleen Schaaf is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (ANCC) who enriches her practice with a broad range of culturally diverse experiences gained from years of international healthcare service. She earned a master’s degree in nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham after a long career as a registered nurse. Her clinical expertise encompasses a wide spectrum of mental health issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar mood disorders, PTSD, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Kathy’s approach transcends medication management, as she advocates for a comprehensive, holistic strategy that addresses lifestyle factors—such as sleep patterns, dietary habits, and physical activity—as well as personal challenges that influence mental health.

Brittany is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and a National Certified Counselor in Georgia. Her passion is helping children, age 3 up to young people age 25 and their families restore and rebuild the peace they’ve lost in their lives. She believes humans are designed to be intimately connected with others in loving and secure relationships. When that connection and safety become absent or broken because of life’s difficulties, emotional pain and behavioral issues often arise that are difficult to navigate alone. Brittany’s focus is on providing individuals (ages 3–25) with the tools they need to overcome their inner struggles, navigate challenges, and develop resiliency. Some of her specialties include working with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, self-harm and suicidal ideation, ADHD, low self-esteem, divorce, grief, social skills/peer relationships, behavioral issues, transitional issues, and parent-child attachment work (helping parents connect with their children to build more meaningful relationships). She loves partnering with parents and other important professionals to help children reach their goals and succeed! Brittany has worked as a counselor in a variety of settings, such as nonprofit organizations, animal-assisted therapy programs (utilizing dogs, horses, and dolphins), private practice, and the school system. She primarily uses play therapy and cognitive-behavioral approaches to help her clients achieve self-awareness and emotional healing. In her free time, Brittany enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, traveling, and playing sports.

Nicole Thaxton, PhD, LPC, CPCS, is the co-founder and clinical director of Atlanta Wellness Collective with locations in  Roswell /Alpharetta, Marietta, and Acworth, Georgia. She is known for creating meaningful relationships and treatment plans with her clients and has worked with children, teens, adults, and families in private practice since 2016. Dr. Nicole understands “high-achieving” individuals and families and the unique challenges they face related to anxiety, stress, pressure, perfectionism, grief and loss, divorce, relationship issues, and trauma. When appropriate, she enjoys working with clients who wish to incorporate their faith into counseling. Dr. Nicole is highly effective at working with parents to set goals and better understand the challenges their teen is facing. Contact Dr. Nicole at www.atlwell.com.

This may not be your first step toward change, but it could be one of the best decisions yet!  Jessica will work alongside you on your journey toward wellness and the healing you desire. She has experience with a variety of specialties and works with clients based on their unique needs. Whether you are struggling in school or work; with relationships; or with anxiety, depression, or obsessive thoughts, she works with you to achieve the change you’re seeking. Therapeutic Impressions was created with a desire for helping others—specifically you! Jessica's mission is to provide you with a comfortable and compassionate atmosphere that caters to your needs and helps you achieve your goals. Let's work together to find a therapeutic style that suits you and your lifestyle. With over 10 years of experience, Jessica uses a variety of techniques to foster a healthy therapeutic relationship. She provides motivation and encouragement and ultimately promotes change for children, teens, and adults. She looks forward to working with you and thanks you in advance for entrusting her with your care.

Throughout the last 10 years, James has enjoyed working with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families in numerous settings. For the past 20 years, he has served in various leadership positions in church and non-profit agencies. James and his beautiful wife, Saba, moved to Atlanta, Georgia early in 2020. James is Jamaican-American and was born and raised in Miami, Florida. As a youth pastor, his passion for counseling blossomed and led him to pursue a master of arts in clinical mental health counseling through his denomination of origin at the Pentecostal Theological Seminary in Cleveland, Tennessee. He later developed a holistic theological approach to counseling that incorporated Baptist and reformed insights integrated with clinical theory through a biblical perspective. James completed his doctorate in education at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2019. He is an assistant teacher there and shares a diverse voice in higher education. His dissertation focused on resilience and spiritual maturity. James integrates his passion for discipleship, leadership training, and strengthening believers to overcome life’s obstacles to help you practically experience the abundant life that Christ came to give us. He has served those who have experienced hurt, loss, anxiety, depression, anger, abuse, race-related issues, and trauma through insights provided by the Word of God. He is an advocate for those who desire to pursue truth and seek healing from setbacks and encourages clients to consistently apply what they learn and set accountability systems to maintain lasting joy. James is available to help those who desire to make change happen. He believes in second chances. We all fall short at times, but it takes courage, dedication, and patience to work through hard circumstances.

Nicole is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Sandy Springs. Nicole works with career professionals and entrepreneurs to provide career-related therapeutic support that includes addressing work-related anxieties and stress management tools, developing work-life balance, creating effective professional boundaries, exploring career transitions, as well as honing leadership development skills.  Nicole’s approach to career counseling is unique, as she helps clients create long-term emotional wellbeing in their professional lives by utilizing evidenced-based, solution-focused interventions and assessment tools to activate professional satisfaction and exponential personal growth.  Clients share that they appreciate Nicole’s direct manner of communication and down-to-earth nature. Additionally, while Nicole is comfortable dealing with complex and deep emotions, she also values the use of humor and laughter in her work when appropriate. 

With over 29 years of experience, Lisa brings a distinctive level of expertise to counseling with her clients. Whether it's providing guidance to parents of difficult children or teaching depressed clients how to change their negative thinking and behavior, Lisa demonstrates compassion toward her clients. She has a particular interest in seeing people change instead of just learning to cope better. She walks alongside clients and guides them as they work on areas that cause them to feel stuck and limit their ability to live an abundant life. She provides a safe space, not only for clients to find solutions to life challenges but also to wrestle with God on these issues so that they can ultimately experience the love and power of God, which leads to true freedom. Lisa offers a unique opportunity for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) clients by providing exposure therapy inside and outside the office. She has been trained in biofeedback to treat migraines, chronic pain, stress, and other health issues. She provides cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for insomnia and works with people of all ages who struggle with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She is the founder and director of Paraclete Counseling Center and sees clients in the Johns Creek, Cumming, Buford, and Lawrenceville areas.

Bryan Stickney is a dedicated therapist in Atlanta who specializes in helping clients with depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, and addiction. His deep commitment to guiding others on their transformative journey toward healing and personal growth began with his own struggles with addiction and mental health. During his recovery, he experienced the immense value of therapy, which led him to realize his own calling to make a direct and meaningful impact on people’s wellbeing. Driven by this purpose, he earned a master’s degree in social work from Kennesaw State University. He also holds an undergraduate business degree from The University of Alabama and spent several years in the corporate world prior to becoming a licensed therapist. Those formative years taught him invaluable skills in leadership and effective communication and provided him with a unique perspective on how to view human interactions. Bryan's comprehensive academic journey has equipped him with an understanding of the human psyche, the intricacies of mental health, and a diverse range of therapeutic approaches. Throughout his career, Bryan has had the privilege of working in various clinical settings, from residential treatment at Skyland Trail to being a lead therapist with Caron Treatment Centers, where he focused on addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. Most recently, he's been dedicated to private practice, where he's meticulously honed his clinical skills, leveraging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  If you're seeking therapy for addiction, substance use disorders, depression, and/or anxiety, Bryan's expertise and personal experiences uniquely equip him to guide you toward the life you deserve. His mission is to empower you to navigate life's complexities, attain self-awareness, and cultivate the resilience necessary for a fulfilling life. 

Juan is a licensed professional counselor who works with couples and individuals. He specializes in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, trauma, faith issues, life transitions, and sexual brokenness. He also does premarital and couples counseling. Juan is a bilingual therapist, fluent in English and Spanish.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and history, a master’s degree in mental health counseling, and a Master of Divinity degree. Before working as a professional counselor, Juan served as a pastor for six years.    Juan seeks to counsel from a biblical perspective and utilizes a gospel-centered approach. In addition, he draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches according to the client’s specific needs. He mainly uses interventions and insights from Attachment Theory, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method.    Juan is committed to being attuned to his clients and walking alongside them through their challenges and suffering. His goal is to create a safe environment where they can be vulnerable and he can extend kindness, grace, and the hope of Jesus to them.    Juan loves spending time with his wife and baby boy. He enjoys reading, traveling, drinking coffee, and playing and watching soccer.