Owner of Life Renewed Counseling, Laura is a licensed professional counselor striving to provide effective and honest care for individuals and families who struggle. Whether clients know the circumstances that have brought them to where they are or they are confused and trying to figure out how things got off-track, she works with them to address each issue and create a life worth living. She helps each client become the best version of themselves, have fulfilling relationships, and live with a clear purpose that brings them joy. Laura treats each of her clients with a tailored plan in order to address a variety of concerns and diagnoses, including depression and anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and family conflict. Many clients choose to integrate their faith into the therapy experience. Laura enjoys her job immensely and is passionate about pursuing hope and healing with and for her clients. She believes there is no story too messy, no mistake too big, and no pain too great for anyone to go on suffering. There is true beauty that can come from ashes.

Marian has counseled individuals, couples, and families in different settings with a variety of concerns since she entered the field in 1980. Both her professional and personal life experiences over these years have added depth of experience, insight, and compassion to her counseling. Through years of experience, Marian has realized that building a strong and safe relationship with clients is the foundation for hope and change. She states that counseling is about finding a trusted relationship with a therapist who can walk with you through the emotional concerns, traumas, and relationships that cause you pain and overwhelm you in order to find healing and resolution. Marian creates safety for individuals as they address a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma as well as relationship distress. As an emotionally focused therapist (EFT) and a couple’s therapist, Marian applies her experience and training to individuals as well as couples. She is also a certified parenting coach. The goal of parent coaching is to assist parents in navigating emotional and behavioral concerns while establishing a solid sense of what to do and how to create a healthy family life.

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.

When you feel like you’re white-knuckling it through life, it can be hard to know how to seek support. Maybe you’re a new mom who feels overwhelmed and outside herself. Perhaps you’re walking through a loss or life transition that leaves you feeling stuck or unable to cope. Or maybe you continue to find yourself affected by a painful past experience that leaves you caught in self-limiting patterns and beliefs. Samantha desires to create space to help you slow down, acknowledge,  and find compassionate support for your needs, and, ultimately, walk with you from a place of surviving to thriving.   Samantha believes in the power of a strong therapeutic connection and works to build trust and extend curiosity about the ways you have learned to show up in your mind, body, and relationships. Working from a trauma-informed approach to build safety and stability from the start, Samantha utilizes the mind-body connection to teach skills for coping with the present and building strength for the deeper healing work ahead. She also uses narrative and parts-work techniques and exploration of past stories and relationships to gain clarity about how to move forward.  Samantha aims to walk alongside you to uncover essential needs that have gone unmet, name with truth the formative experiences that deserve healing, and welcome the parts of yourself that have been burdened so you can live authentically and whole. 

Theresa received her Master of Science from Mercer University's Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. She has received specialized training in trauma treatment including the use of brain spotting and progressive counting, which are therapeutic techniques designed to help children and adults deal with traumatic experiences and gain insight. In addition, she has received training in collaborative and proactive solutions (CPS). CPS is a model used to work with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral challenges and/or explosive outbursts. Family communication is strengthened and improved through this model. Theresa provides individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She is passionate about working in the areas of trauma, loss, social skills, communication difficulties, executive functioning, behavioral challenges, addictions, and anxiety.

Jon's heart is to serve Christians who need an empathetic and trusted guide for navigating emotional and relational struggles. He enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples on issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and marital/premarital needs. He is currently pursuing a specialization in sexual addiction treatment in order to be a solid resource for clients struggling with pornography use or other unwanted sexual behaviors. Jon has experience working in crisis hospitalization, addiction treatment, and ministry settings, addressing everyday problems, spiritual issues, and significant mental illness. His approach is informed by evidence-based therapeutic approaches but is always grounded in the truth of God’s word.

My practice offers a path to help you heal and recover from emotional wounds and traumas; rebuild trust and intimacy connections ; and develop a healthier, more confident self-identity—all in a safe, affirming space. As a sex and trauma therapist, I am an EMDR and Somatic Attachment Practitioner with expertise in treating childhood and relationship trauma and PTSD. I also provide Christian-based sex therapy focused on developing sexual wholeness, deeper intimacy and connection, and emotional safety. I utilize Emotional Focused Therapy to help couples heal from infidelity traumas and resolve cycles of high stress conflicts. I am committed to helping my clients discover their paths to healing, recovery, and emotional wellness.

Kayla is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia. She earned a Master of Education in professional counseling from the University of Georgia and has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Berry College. Kayla believes that everyone deserves love, and when love is shown, it creates an environment of acceptance and authenticity.  This is how people can be truly honest and implement change that is long-lasting.  Kayla approaches every person's circumstances  uniquely in order to provide the best care for her clients.  She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.  Kayla is experienced in helping clients who are suffering with depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, substance abuse, anxiety, identity, grief and loss, and self-worth. Kayla was inspired to pursue her counseling career because she understands that though everyone has difficulties in life, it is easier to walk through those difficulties with someone by your side. Kayla is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia.  She earned a Master of Education in professional counseling from the University of Georgia and has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Berry College. When she is out of the office, Kayla enjoys time in the great outdoors with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.  She also enjoys baking and hosting friends for meals and porch hangs.  

Dr. Lori is a clinical psychologist and licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who specializes in the effects of anxiety on individuals as well as relationships. She helps clients find the ways that they are disconnected, which lead to depression and other health issues. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Lori has worked with hundreds of clients both domestically and internationally to improve the quality of their lives. Her clients include CEOs and high-level executives of multi-billion-dollar companies, foreign diplomats and royalty, professional athletes, and Emmy award-winning producers. As a therapist, Dr. Lori is dedicated to joining you on a journey to improve your life and relationships. She compassionately walks beside you and guides you to wellness. As you discover your unique truth, Dr. Lori helps you find ways to connect with your deep wish for belonging and happiness within yourself so you can function as you were meant to. Dr. Lori authored The Effects of Texting on the Marital Relationship and writes a weekly blog. In addition, she contributes to countless magazine articles and appears on podcasts to encourage others to be engaged and connect with others.

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!