Grief counselors and therapists in Athens, GA

Hello! I'm so excited that you are here. Welcome to the start of something new! My name is Samaria Witherspoon, but I’m commonly known as Sam. I am an author, professor as well as the founder of Hidden to Healing, LLC providing individual, couples and family counseling to those that are struggling with trauma, anxiety, overall life satisfaction, depression, aggression, grief, substance abuse, and behavioral and emotional issues.

Helping clients discovering the emotions and mood that cause barriers towards growth. Learning to explore with a journey through life experiences and challenges. As a counseling psychology doctorate, with a LPC, as SA counselor since 2016, as an LPC 2017, I practice utilizing CBT, adult play therapy, couples, family, DBT, EMDR, and other therapeutic interventions. Additionally I have experience with working in substance abuse and alcohol use as a CMAC,MAC,CCS. I am a CPCS supervisor. And work with 21 and above dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.

Hi, I’m Kimberly Maughon — a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’m passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma, rebuild self-worth, and create healthier relationships. My work focuses on trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and the complex dynamics of domestic violence and relationship challenges.

With years of experience supporting survivors through Project ReNeWal and providing therapy at Creative Touch Counseling Center, I offer a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach that meets clients where they are. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your story, gain insight, and move toward emotional healing and empowerment.

Outside the counseling room, I’m a wife, mom of three adult children, proud grandmother, and dog lover who believes in lifelong growth, authenticity, and the power of connection.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should be a place where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, burnout, and identity exploration. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, and helpers who spend so much time supporting others that they forget to care for themselves. I provide sex-positive, kink-affirming, LGBTQIA+-affirming therapy and affirming care for people in consensually nonmonogamous (CNM) relationships, creating a space where you can show up as your authentic self.

If you're reading this, something's weighing on you. Maybe it's your relationship, your family, or just a heaviness you haven't been able to shake. I've been in the mental health field for over 20 years, working with individuals, couples, and families through some of their hardest seasons. I especially love working with men who show up even when asking for help doesn't come naturally. Whatever you're carrying, we can start there. No need to have it all figured out first.

Hello to all, my name is Carlton Mitchell and I am a licensed Professional Counselor. I have master's degrees in both business and counseling psychology. My hope is to help you achieve the goal(s) that you set for yourself in counseling. Seeking help is a sign of strength. I am here to help.

I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected in our relationship. I’ll be there to listen to you, challenge you, and support you along the way.