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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Athens, GA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Athens, GA

Athens residents seeking postpartum support can connect with warm, affirming providers across neighborhoods including Five Points, Normaltown, and the Downtown corridor. With 823 licensed professionals and free intake consultations available, finding the right fit for your postpartum care is accessible.

Sally Arrey

Sally Arrey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Athens, GA


“A first session with Sally Arrey, APRN, PMHNP‐BC, is designed to be welcoming, thorough, and centered on understanding the whole person.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Watkinsville, GA


As a relational, healing-centered psychotherapist, I work to help my clients discover their own guiding voice, to listen with intent, and to cultivate love and acceptance of their truest nature. In my work with adults, issues like sexuality, spirituality, existentialism, unconscious belief systems, family and partnership, and many more of life's great challenges guide the work of self-exploration.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marcia Warmkessel

Marcia Warmkessel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Winterville, GA


“I strive in each session to provide you with a take-away; that is a specific tool in managing thoughts and increasing your self-awareness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Catherine Harm

Catherine Harm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Jefferson, GA


“I am affirming, compassionate, and realistic. I will always affirm your feelings but will also ask you to see different viewpoints and to evaluate your own thoughts.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadine Williams

Nadine Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Winder, GA


“I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and respected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ernest Prow

Ernest Prow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Eastanollee, GA


“I try to create a close relationship where walls of defense are taken down and there is a sense of safety within the room.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Holly Arnoult

Holly Arnoult

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Winder, GA


“My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space while working with you to create a personalized treatment plan that supports meaningful and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Nyako

Elizabeth Nyako

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Loganville, GA


Hello and welcome! I’m a ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) License in GA, MD, and North Dakota. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. I hold a master’s degree in nursing with specialized training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, as well as psychotherapy.

My practice focuses on treating a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, addiction recovery and perinatal mental health concerns. I integrate a client-centered approach that may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), supportive counseling, and lifestyle interventions alongside medication when appropriate.

I believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust, respect, and collaboration. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I’m here to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordan Loggins

Jordan Loggins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gainesville, GA


“I am dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions and uncover the deeper meaning within your experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Joy Ibeh

Dr. Joy Ibeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lawrenceville, GA


“Dr. Ibeh listens attentively and with deep compassion, striving to build trust while gaining a thorough understanding of each patient's unique personality and needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ginny Kington

Dr. Ginny Kington

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Duluth, GA


I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience in private practice. I specialize in treating adults going through major life events, including trauma, chronic illness, new parenthood, and divorce. I am trained in EMDR treatment for trauma and I am certified in perinatal mental health.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Henderson

Erica Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clarkesville, GA


“I specialize in working with people who have experienced complex trauma and are working to integrate this into their life's story.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Joy Moseri-Cooper

Dr. Joy Moseri-Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, GA


“I am a firm believer that there is an "Individualized Solution" to every problem, it takes Commitment and Insight to discover the solutions to what ails you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Margaret Gunter

Margaret Gunter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roswell, GA


“I offer a blend of therapeutic techniques, including CBT, mindfulness, and supportive counseling, to help you develop coping strategies, build resilience, and apply strategies for change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shonda Pertilla

Shonda Pertilla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, GA


“You can expect to feel deeply seen and gently guided, not rushed, not fixed, but supported in reconnecting with your true self.”
Maternal mental health, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Monique Hawthorne

Dr. Monique Hawthorne

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Atlanta, GA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and practical. I work alongside clients to help them better understand their emotions, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes at their own pace.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ally Swecker

Ally Swecker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Marietta, GA


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe therapy works best when clients feel genuinely comfortable, respected, and never judged.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jane Levings

Jane Levings

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sandy Springs, GA


“My style is energetic, and solution-focused while also creating space to explore the deeper patterns that influence your emotions, relationships, and behaviors.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Whitney Henderson

Whitney Henderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Atlanta, GA


“I believe that healing starts with feeling truly heard. I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can openly share what you're going through.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Taya Sanders

Taya Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Atlanta, GA


“I believe that every one of my clients, regardless of age, has innate inner wisdom, beauty, strength, and self-direction...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Olaocha Okwuadigbo

Dr. Olaocha Okwuadigbo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Stockbridge, GA


“Life is a journey. We meet individuals at their respective stages in this journey, comprehend their backgrounds, and collaboratively develop a plan to assist them in achieving their optimal mental health potential.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sabrina White

Sabrina White

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that everyone deserves to feel empowered and understood, especially in difficult times. My approach is rooted in trust, empathy, and nonjudgmental support.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassie Carroll

Cassie Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi! My name is Cassie. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both GA and SC. I am devoted to helping individuals grow and overcome their obstacles in life. I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I am able to work with anyone.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Crystal Holt

Dr. Crystal Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Some things sit at the intersection of your body, your history, and your identity all at once. Chronic illness that no one takes seriously. Fertility struggles that feel isolating. Postpartum experiences that do not match what anyone told you to expect. The grief of a life chapter ending. Most therapists are not trained to hold all of that. That is exactly where I work.

I am Dr. Crystal Holt, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a doctorate and sixteen years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I bring a cultural fluency and lived awareness into the room that credentials alone cannot teach. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic conditions, infertility, maternal mental health, and the full, complicated range of what it means to be a person navigating a world that does not always slow down long enough to let you heal.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ann Bezner

Ann Bezner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I offer a calm, steady presence and work in a way that helps you feel safe, supported, and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jasmine Warren

Dr. Jasmine Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Clients can expect to take away information on resources, personal acceptance and accountability, and a great deal of empowerment to evolve in their personal journeys.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hope Hailey

Hope Hailey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is relational, compassionate, and client-led. I believe meaningful healing happens when clients feel safe enough to explore their experiences honestly and at their own pace.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brianna Peek

Brianna Peek

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take pride in providing a safety net for my clients whenever they take steps forward and backward.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeKeisha Jones

LeKeisha Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“The second phase we will focus on cultivating somatic, evidence based coping skills to relieve you from distress and current symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Keyontia White

Keyontia White

Therapist

Virtual • Douglasville, GA


“I believe we all can possess happy and content lives and together we can achieve this through growth, healing, and learning...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vivian Akabueze

Vivian Akabueze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I focus on my patient's history, strengths, values, and beliefs to guide them live the life they hope to through active listening and adapting to their level of understanding.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angelie Greene-Burse

Angelie Greene-Burse

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My counseling approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I pull from various theories to help clients...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Edu

Samantha Edu

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work primarily with adults who look "high-functioning" on the outside but feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stretched thin on the inside.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Jones

Cheryl Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I combine warmth and clinical expertise to help you navigate life's challenges in a supportive environment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faith Merriweather

Faith Merriweather

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Together, we will work to build your self-confidence, enhance emotional regulation, and cultivate resilience to effectively navigate life's challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dominique McCray

Dominique McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Choosing the right therapist is a significant step toward the life you want to lead, and I’m so glad you’re here.

With over 20 years of experience in the social work field my approach is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: I want to see you win. I don't just view therapy as a clinical process; I see it as a partnership designed to bridge the gap between where you are now and the fullness of your potential.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenna Rowe

Jenna Rowe

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe we each carry powerful strengths within us and already hold many of the answers we're seeking.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shanae Benito

Shanae Benito

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I’m Shanae Benito, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with support, compassion, and practical tools for change. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. My approach combines evidence-based practices including TF-MCBT (Trauma-Focused Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy) while creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and seen. I believe healing is not about having all the answer. It's about taking the next step forward together.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Robson

Jennifer Robson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe healing happens when we feel deeply seen, emotionally safe, and empowered to understand our experiences differently.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Ballard

Pamela Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I build trust through active listening, genuine concern, and respect, while introducing new perspectives.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Athens, GA

Number of therapists serving Athens, GA
There are over 832 therapists in Athens, GA accepting new patients.
832+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 49%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 82%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 94%Woman
  • 6%Man
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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