Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Augusta, GA

I’m Cassandre Hudson, LCSW, a licensed therapist dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, connection, and evidence-based care. My approach is warm, relational, and culturally responsive, creating a space where you or your child feel truly seen, heard, and supported.

Who I Work With:

I specialize in working with: Children & Adolescents (Ages 2-17) struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, and childhood trauma. Parents & Families seeking support for their child’s behavioral and emotional challenges while building stronger relationships. Adults & Young Adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD, emotional disconnection, self-worth struggles, and the lasting effects of childhood trauma.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Helping others find hope is my favorite part of what I do. I am professionally licensed in both Georgia and South Carolina. My experience includes both in patient clients and private practice. I have much experience working with severe and persistant mental illness as well as less severe mental issues. such as coping, stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, communication issues etc. I have experience working with all populations to include children and adults.

Life can be full of surprises. Sometimes those surprises are wonderful, other times they can cause stress, anxiety and even depression. My goal is to walk with you through those transitions and help you develop the skills and tools to manage your feelings; to feel like you are in control of your emotions, rather than the other way around around. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I received my MSW from the University of Georgia. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and trauma.

I’m Richshawna Sims, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and couples through life’s most challenging moments. My approach is grounded in compassion, practicality, and a deep understanding that meaningful change happens when people feel both supported and empowered.

Throughout my career, I have worked across a wide range of behavioral health settings—from community-based services and managed care to leadership roles within national organizations. This experience allows me to bring a well-rounded, real-world perspective to the counseling process, blending clinical expertise with practical strategies that clients can apply in their daily lives.

In addition to counseling, I have extensive experience in training, program development, and care management, which enhances my ability to support clients with complex needs and connect them to meaningful resources.

As a practice owner, I am committed to providing services that are not only effective but also responsive to the unique needs of each individual and family I serve.

My goal is simple: to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and the tools you need to create lasting change

Hi! My name is Jillian Canada, and I have lived in the state of Georgia my whole life. I found a passion for care and attended the University of Georgia where I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology followed by the University of North Georgia where I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working in private settings as well as community health centers with ages 4 years old and onward. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and attachment. I love walking with others as they grow into who they want to be.

Hello! I am a licensed psychologist specializing in disordered eating, body image concerns, and anxiety. Over the years, I have worked in private practice, inpatient and outpatient hospitals, university counseling centers, and medical centers. These settings have allowed me to support people with diverse backgrounds while offering compassionate, evidence based care tailored to your unique goals.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a diverse background from working with military, children and family’s, substance abuse, mental health and other populations. I graduated with my masters degree in 2016 from the University of Southern Mississippi located in Longbeach Mississippi after my military service. I like for anyone that I and providing services a service to feel safe and open.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most difficult seasons. I’ve worked in community mental health, court systems, and outpatient programs — serving youth, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and major life transitions.

If you’re someone who has had to be “the strong one,” the responsible one, or the one who figures it out for everyone else — I see you.

Many of the people I work with are high-functioning but internally exhausted. They show up for work, for family, for everyone — but struggle privately with overwhelm, burnout, shame, or frustration.

My goal is to create a space where you don’t have to perform. You don’t have to shrink. You don’t have to explain cultural context. You can show up fully — and we work from there.