Grief counselors and therapists in Milledgeville, GA

I work with people who feel stuck and are ready for change. Whether you’re facing stress, relationship issues, past hurts, or life transitions, I’m here to help you navigate what feels overwhelming. I’ve provided counseling to adults, youth, and couples in both community mental health and private practice. I’m licensed in Georgia and Florida and bring over 20 years of experience to our work together.

Many people come to therapy because they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns they don't fully understand. My approach goes beyond addressing symptoms—I support clients understand the root beneath their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we'll explore the experiences, beliefs, relationships, and life events that have shaped the way you see yourself and the world.

Hello there, my name is Christian Waller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I think that when we're able to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are mirrors of our meanings and experiences, we're able to explore a bit deeper for what drives us and what we want to do with that information.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Master Addiction Counselor with more than 20 years of experience, I believe therapy should meet you where you are while helping you reconnect with your strengths, goals, and hope for what comes next. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, and coping with life changes. I also support clients with addiction, relationships and family conflict, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ concerns, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, men’s and women’s issues, and other experiences that can affect your sense of wellbeing.

Life can be challenging and often brings unexpected obstacles. My mission is to help you regain your footing and move forward when life takes an unexpected turn.

I’m Dana Atwell, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Georgia. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Georgia and bring over nine years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families.

I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, grief and loss, career challenges, trauma, and depression. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and trauma-informed modalities to help clients feel empowered, understood, and equipped with practical tools for healing and growth.

My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, strengthen their resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

Are you approaching a later-life transition — retirement, or grown children who suddenly act like they're the parent? Or navigating an overwhelming cancer diagnosis? I've been there, and now I'm here to help you redefine your new normal.

I'm Sonya T. Cruel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years in the field. I've provided well-rounded care across healthcare, school, and faith-based settings — and my own experience as a three-time breast cancer survivor has taught me the kind of compassion, resilience, and hope that only comes from facing real challenges.