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Top therapists in Buford, GA accepting new patients

Mental health care in Buford is accessible through Headway's expansive provider network of 2,840 licensed professionals. Whether you're in Buford proper, near the Buford Marketplace, or surrounding neighborhoods, find support for talk therapy and medication management covered by insurance.

Ashleigh Dennis-Silas

Ashleigh Dennis-Silas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Loganville, GA


Hi, I am Ashleigh, a Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 15 years of professional counseling experience. During that time, I have provided Individual, Family and Group Therapy in both the community and agency settings. I have worked with diverse populations ranging from pre-school age youth to elderly adults. I have served individuals and families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, a broad range of emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. I have education in Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling and Special Education. I am a caring and compassionate provider who is person centered and solution oriented. I count it as a honor and privilege to be trusted to walk alongside others through their challenging moments.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Goodwin

Melissa Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Roswell, GA


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in real‐life change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Holly Arnoult

Holly Arnoult

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Margaret Pendergrass

Margaret Pendergrass

Therapist

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


“Together we will find ways to cope with painful feelings and memories, and address the anxieties and daily stresses that grief can intensify.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Taylor Wyatt

Taylor Wyatt

Therapist

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


“At the end of the day, the client is the one doing the hard work and they ultimately know what they need.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
ShunQuita Greene

ShunQuita Greene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


My name is ShunQuita Greene and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in working with teens and adults who struggle with mental health challenges

My practice is unique because I provide a holistic, client centered approach. I will also work with your medical treatment team to coordinate care and be an available resource.

I am passionate about this work because it is my belief that we are all capable of healing and becoming the best version of ourselves despite any challenges that we may encounter throughout our journey to wholeness.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Ngangha

Maria Ngangha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Alpharetta, GA


“Maria believes that giving an empathetic listening ear provides the atmosphere to allow emotional, physical, and mental healing internally and externally.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Smallwood

Brandi Smallwood

Therapist

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


“I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where all that enter my door feel heard, empowered and safe...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Stuckey

Holly Stuckey

Therapist

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


“Clients come to me seeking a therapist with a friendly, kind, motivational, and non-judgemental approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Danielle DOrra Williams

Danielle DOrra Williams

Therapist

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


A little but about myself besides my profession. I am an African American woman from Detroit, MI. I am a wife and a mother. As a wife and mother, there are many challenges...multitasking, running a home, working, raising a family and many more. I know full well how challenging this can be. All this being said, I understand “Life” quite a bit. Given this opportunity, I can help guide and support you through your challenges to a more fulfilling and peaceful life through a variety of interventions such as EMDR, CBT, insight oriented and DBT modalities.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrice Payment

Patrice Payment

Therapist

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


“I practice from a person-centered perspective meaning I value each client's ability to discover solutions to their struggles with me serving as their guide.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josephanie Smith-Buffington

Josephanie Smith-Buffington

Therapist

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


“I specialize in sex and relationships, helping clients navigate challenges while honoring their identities, desires and boundaries.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsea Green

Chelsea Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Tucker, GA


“I believe in helping my clients reach their full potential and helping them attain the skills necessary to succeed in all of their ventures.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassidy Gaillard

Cassidy Gaillard

Therapist

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


“I believe healing happens in relationship, understanding your story matters, and emotions are not problems to eliminate but experiences to learn from and move through.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Ferguson

Danielle Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Roswell, GA


“Many of my clients look capable and high-functioning on the outside but feel anxious, disconnected, or exhausted underneath.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Del Valle

Jonathan Del Valle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Roswell, GA


I’m Jonathan Del Valle, LCSW, a bilingual English and Spanish psychotherapist trained in EMDR. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, identity, and major life changes. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ and Latino communities, and my approach is warm, conversational, culturally responsive, and centered on helping you feel comfortable being yourself in therapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carmita Rivers

Carmita Rivers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Snellville, GA


“Therapy with me is like talking to a trusted confidante — someone who listens without judgment, helps you unpack what's weighing on you, and celebrates your progress along the way.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Cantilena Barnes

Christine Cantilena Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Roswell, GA


As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and a Christian Life Coach since 2015, I believe change is very possible. I have been a part of Atlanta’s professional community for over 28 years. My education from Mercer University (a CACREP approved school) with additional experience in intensive marriage and family mediation. I interned with Kathy Steele, an expert on Complex Trauma, PTSD, Dissociation, and other related issues. I focus on person centered therapy and solution focused. to assist in bettering your journey in life. I offer cerified EMDR to help with your past and feeling stuck. Divorce and rentering the dating world is something I have spend years in assisting the tranformation and transition of achieving peace and court readiness with court and child advocacy .

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brooke Widder

Brooke Widder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Roswell, GA


I believe my job as a therapist is to help tap into your most authentic self, and walk alongside you with whatever struggles there may be. My approach to therapy is direct, with the use of humor, analogies, and metaphors; I try to bring every thing together to help make sense in a world that can be confusing. Together we can tackle whatever difficult situation may be occurring in your life and get to the other side.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakeisha McCray

Lakeisha McCray

Therapist

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


“My goal is to help clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and develop healthy coping strategies that lead to lasting emotional well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patrick Aaron Brown

Patrick Aaron Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Sandy Springs, GA


Life experiences can affect our mood, mental well-being, physical health and emotional stability. They can shake our confidence and self-esteem. There is hope!

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adetrice Strown

Adetrice Strown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I assist clients improve their mental well-being through a direct, solution-focused, and holistic approach that is tailored to each individual.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yvon Roland

Yvon Roland

Therapist

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


“In fact, it is the nature – and the quality – of our relationship that will determine the success of your overall therapy goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andilyn Horak

Andilyn Horak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sandy Springs, GA


“My approach is warm, client-focused and rooted in a blend of evidence based practices with you in mind.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katheryn Van Laar

Katheryn Van Laar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Jefferson, GA


“I use an integrated approach in my practice, tailoring therapy to fit you or your child's unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mira Iheme

Dr. Mira Iheme

Therapist

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


I am Mira Iheme, Ph.D., a doctoral-level clinician with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have been deeply committed to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My therapeutic approach is solution-focused, collaborative, and strengths-based, grounded in the belief that every individual has the capacity for growth and healing. I am known for my energetic, highly positive, and optimistic style, which helps foster a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment. I work actively with clients to identify goals, develop practical strategies, and move toward improved emotional well-being and life satisfaction.

I thrive in helping clients make positive life transitions, overcome obstacles, and reconnect with their sense of purpose and inner strength. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them as they progress on their personal wellness journey. It is my privilege to support clients as they work toward greater balance, clarity, and fulfillment in their lives.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lynda Carpenter

Lynda Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sandy Springs, GA


“I work with adult women who are carrying heavy emotions, stuck in painful patterns, or simply tired of holding it all together alone.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hanifa Okoli

Hanifa Okoli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sandy Springs, GA


“I believe the core of therapy is the relationship between client and therapist and therefore I have an active and engaged therapy style.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Trent Keatley

Trent Keatley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sandy Springs, GA


“My goal is to provide you useful tools/skills while helping you find and trust your own inner wisdom to live your most authentic life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patricia Postanowicz

Dr. Patricia Postanowicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Marietta, GA


“Clients can expect to gain insight and see patterns in their lives which may not be clear to them initially.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Whitney Rudd

Whitney Rudd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Marietta, GA


My name is Whitney Rudd, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I uses the following approaches to therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Emotionally Focused Therapy interventions. I provide individual, group, family, and couples counseling. My overall goal is to help clients feel supported and to assist them in working towards obtaining peace, healing, and wholeness in their lives.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tamera Lee

Tamera Lee

Therapist

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


“Your patterns of thinking influence your life. My preferred clinical skills are teaching clients how to take care of themselves...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Asata Kamara

Dr. Asata Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Stone Mountain, GA


“I am a doctoring prepared nurse practitioner with a specialization in Adult geriatrics and psychiatrist nurse practitioner.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Sir Allen Pegues

Dr. Sir Allen Pegues

Therapist

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


“Clients can expect to increase their hope, trust, and faith within themselves that they can cope or overcome their concerns with motivation and hard work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Piper Harris

Piper Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Marietta, GA


“My style is active, direct, and collaborative. You won't simply come in each week and talk about what happened since your last appointment.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Taylor

Tiffany Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Atlanta, GA


“My approach to therapy is warm, supportive and collaborative. I help clients understand the impact of their experiences, develop healthier coping strategies and rebuild a stronger sense of self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sydnee Keys

Sydnee Keys

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Atlanta, GA


Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who supports kids, teens, young adults, and caregivers who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in survival mode. My clients often come to me when they're tired of repeating the same patterns, struggling with confidence, or carrying heavy experiences from the past.

I help clients break old cycles, build self-worth, and feel more grounded. You don’t need to show up perfect or have all the answers. I meet you exactly where you are, at your pace, with no judgment.

I’m here to help you understand your story, build healthier patterns, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damaris Claudio

Damaris Claudio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Snellville, GA


“My goal is to meet you where you are at in life. My goal is provide acceptance, a safe place where you can unravel emotions, feelings and foster your healing journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ally Swecker

Ally Swecker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jane Levings

Jane Levings

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Buford, GA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Buford, GA
There are over 95 therapists in Buford, GA accepting new patients.
95+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
  • 76%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 57%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 2%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
License types
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  • 66%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Buford

Searching for therapists in Buford starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Some people look for help with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, or major life changes. Others search for buford counseling, marriage counseling in Buford, GA, or couples counseling in Buford, GA. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience that match what you want to work on. A therapist’s bio can also show how they structure sessions, communicate, and support people with concerns like yours.

In a smaller city like Buford, local therapist availability may vary by schedule, specialty, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Georgia. You may want to compare in-person and virtual appointments based on your calendar, privacy needs, and preference for meeting face to face. Before booking, review whether each therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles closely can help you understand each therapist’s approach before you choose.

Therapy in Buford can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get a clearer estimate before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. You can browse Buford counselors, review detailed bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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