Jen works with adults, couples, teens, and pre-teens, providing counseling for those experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, or substance abuse. She also works with people who are struggling to cope with a difficult life experience such as a chronic health issue, recent loss, relationship or school problem, or other life transition. With over 12 years of counseling experience, Jen believes that radical change is possible through effective therapy. She has experience with a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, psychodynamic, and solution-focused brief treatment. She keeps up-to-date with the latest evidence-based research and practices in the field and uses a strengths-based approach to therapy. It can be hard to take the first step in deciding to pursue therapy, but Jen believes that feeling understood and supported by your therapist will allow you to develop the courage and skills to grow and change. She offers a free, brief phone consultation for all clients and has evening hours available, if needed.

Jim brings a rich blend of life and professional experience to his practice to enhance his ability to walk alongside people facing difficult challenges. Jim particularly has a heart for couples that lack the deep connection they long for. He has completed training and has experience in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT), which is an approach to couple counseling that has been proven to help couples deepen the bond between them. Furthermore, Jim has experience working with couples whose relationships have been injured by infidelity or betrayal. As a PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator, he enjoys working with premarital couples that desire an enriching experience as they prepare for life together. In addition to working with couples, Jim has extensive experience working with individuals, both adults and adolescents, who find themselves distressed or impaired because of anxiety, depression, grief, or traumatic events. He has training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective therapy to help people impacted by trauma in their lives.

Kim is a licensed professional counselor who attended Oral Roberts University and earned her undergraduate degree in Christian care and counseling and then earned her master’s degree at Richmont University in professional counseling. Kim practices at her private practice, Damascus Road Counseling, in Canton, GA. She works with adults on a broad range of mood and anxiety disorders and specializes in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Kim's long history working as a pastoral counselor prior to becoming a professional counselor has equipped her to offer Christian counseling as well.

Ryan is the executive director at Lifegate Group where there is a committed staff of nine qualified and state-licensed clinicians. All clinicians are equipped to create a highly confidential, professional yet very comfortable environment to best facilitate your journey toward healthy change. When given the opportunity, Lifegate Group loves to engage the therapeutic relationship while integrating the Christian faith.

Kate strives to help individuals, couples, and families find hope and healing through the therapeutic process. Kate earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with a Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University. She is currently under the supervision of Heather Cobb. Kate brings several different approaches to her counseling, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Family Systems Theory. Kate's Christian faith plays a large role in her life and her therapeutic process; however, she loves working with people of all faith backgrounds.  Prior to counseling, Kate worked in student ministry and various nonprofit settings serving poor and marginalized populations. When Kate is not counseling, she is trying new restaurants in Atlanta with her husband, practicing yoga, or cooking. She has two stepchildren—and a cat that she adores. 

Mary Beth believes that the decision to pursue self-care in the midst of pain is one of the kindest decisions a person can make for themselves. Her hope is to provide a place of honesty where clients can pursue wholeness and restoration and to guide her clients through their story to uncover the beauty that has been hidden. Mary Beth grew up in St. Simons Island, GA, and has lived in the Atlanta area since 2006. She studied business management at the University of Georgia and began a career in business before shifting her focus to counseling eight years ago. Her practice has been primarily in church settings and non-profits. Mary Beth loves adventure and spending time outdoors. She enjoys snow skiing, kayaking, biking, and hiking with her golden retriever, Annie.

Jessica is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a private practice in Canton, Georgia. She sees adult women and men for a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, spiritual issues, addiction, trauma, and domestic violence. Jessica earned her undergraduate degree from Kennesaw State University and her master’s degree from Richmont Graduate University, a Christian counseling program in Atlanta. In her graduate studies, she specialized in spirituality and offers counseling from a Christian perspective. In addition to her work as a therapist, Jessica has been actively involved in the mental well-being of Cherokee Country for over a decade. She began her career helping families through the Department of Family and Children Services before she opened her private practice nine years ago. She has participated on the Cherokee County Domestic Violence Task Force and the Drug Free Cherokee Organization. Jessica helps women from the Cherokee Family Violence Center heal from trauma and serves as a board member with Cherokee FOCUS. On a personal level, she is passionate about women’s issues and serves as coordinator of her local MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group.

Leigh is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a national certified counselor (NCC). She graduated from Georgia Tech in 1988 and earned her master’s degree in professional counseling at Georgia State University in 2012. Her areas of expertise include working with people of all ages in the areas of personal growth, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. Leigh is especially passionate about helping people develop healthy life skills to better manage emotions, anxiety, depression, and life struggles. She understands how difficult it is to seek help and find the courage it takes to change. She has expertise in providing insight on various issues and is committed to helping her clients develop the tools needed to achieve lasting transformation in their lives. Leigh has certifications and advanced training in many disciplines. In her personal life, she was married for 27 years, widowed in 2018, and is a mom to two adult boys, ages 21 and 18. She enjoys sports, reading, and travel.

Emily Dettman is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who holds a master’s degree in clinical professional psychology and a certificate in clinical child and family studies. She is also certified in equine-assisted psychotherapy and offers sessions with the use of horses.  Emily has been in the mental health field since 2005, and she has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and women. Emily strives to individualize each session to meet the needs of each person and family. Sessions are designed to develop and enhance the necessary skills to face life's challenges. In a supportive and accepting environment, Emily guides clients toward effective solutions.  Emily helps clients address the following: mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, self-injurious behaviors, impulse control, focus and attention, social challenges, developmental delays, parental challenges, and life transitions.  She also helps people develop an appreciation for their unique temperament.