Licensed to practice in Georgia and accepts 43 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Chronic Illness, Couples Counseling and 9 more.
(she/her)
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My approach is compassionate, honest, and collaborative. It can be difficult to hear what needs to be said. I am the kind of therapist who is going to say those things. Your therapist is not meant to be your friend, which can be difficult to understand sometimes. We will navigate difficult things together. I believe therapy should be more than just talking about problems... it should create lasting change. Together, we're going to build on your strengths, challenge unhelpful patterns, and help you work toward making your life feel more fulfilling, more aligned with what matters most to you, and more capable of addressing the challenges you encounter. Outside of work, I'm a laid-back person who spends a lot of time reading and playing with my dog.
In our first session, I start by getting to know you. I want to hear about where you grew up, where you live now, what you do for a living, and more about what brought you into therapy. I want to learn about what you've tried to do to help your situation and how you cope with problems. We're not going to get into a lot of heavy therapeutic things, as it can be anxiety-inducing to talk with a new therapist and feel them out. I want to get to know what you do for fun, what you do when you have a long day and need to decompress, and what makes you laugh.
I balance compassion with accountability. I strive to create a space where you will feel safe enough to be honest, but also challenged enough to grow. I believe my greatest strengths are building genuine relationships, listening without judgement, asking thoughtful questions, and helping my clients recognize patterns they may not be able to see on their own. Clients often tell me that they appreciate how genuine I am and the insight I provide paired with practical strategies they can apply to their lives. Every session is going to be tailored to the individual I'm working with and the goals that you feel fit with your life. My approach stands out because I'm not a typical therapist; I will tell you what you need to hear, even if it's not what you want to hear.
I generally work best with adults. I can see you individuals, couples, and in certain cases I will meet with families.
Cash - $125 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
WellCare of Georgia
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the primary evidence-based approaches I use to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Often, the ways we think about ourselves, our relationships, and our experiences can keep us feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. Together, we identify those patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding that support lasting change. My approach to CBT is collaborative, practical, and individualized. Rather than simply telling clients to "think positively," I help them examine whether their thoughts are accurate, helpful, and aligned with the life they want to build. We work together to recognize cognitive distortions, identify the beliefs driving emotional distress, and develop realistic strategies that improve emotional well-being and everyday functioning. I believe insight is important, but meaningful change happens when insight is paired with action. I frequently integrate CBT with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to provide treatment that is tailored to each client's unique needs. This allows us to not only address unhelpful thought patterns but also build psychological flexibility, reconnect with personal values, and create lasting behavioral change. CBT is especially effective for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, chronic health conditions, grief, stress, and major life transitions. My style is warm, honest, and direct. I believe therapy should be a place where clients feel genuinely supported while also being challenged to grow. I won't simply validate every thought or feeling. I help clients explore whether those thoughts are serving them and equip them with practical tools to create meaningful, sustainable change both inside and outside of therapy.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is one of the evidence-based approaches I integrate into my work with individuals and couples. Rather than focusing on eliminating difficult thoughts or emotions, I help clients develop psychological flexibility which is the ability to make room for painful internal experiences while continuing to move toward the life they want to live. My goal is to help clients stop struggling against thoughts and feelings they cannot control and instead build a meaningful life guided by their personal values. My approach to ACT is practical, collaborative, and action-oriented. I work with clients to recognize unhelpful thinking patterns, practice cognitive defusion (learning to step back from thoughts rather than becoming consumed by them), increase present-moment awareness, and identify the values that matter most to them. Together, we develop small, achievable actions that align with those values, even when anxiety, grief, self-doubt, chronic pain, or other difficult emotions are present. I commonly integrate ACT with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy, allowing clients to both understand the stories they tell themselves and develop healthier ways of responding to those stories. Rather than trying to "fix" every uncomfortable feeling, I encourage clients to build resilience by accepting that discomfort is a normal part of life while choosing behaviors that reflect who they want to be. My style is warm, honest, and direct. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where clients feel supported while also being gently challenged when patterns of avoidance, fear, or self-criticism are keeping them stuck. I frequently use ACT with clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD, chronic pain or health conditions, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and stress, helping them move from simply surviving toward living a richer, more meaningful life.
Narrative Therapy is one of the approaches I integrate into my work with individuals and couples to help clients understand the stories they have developed about themselves, their relationships, and their lives. Many people become stuck in narratives shaped by trauma, anxiety, grief, shame, or difficult life experiences. Together, we explore those stories, identify how they may be influencing current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work toward creating a more balanced, empowering narrative that better reflects the client's strengths, resilience, and values. My approach to Narrative Therapy is collaborative and compassionate while remaining practical and honest. I help clients separate themselves from the problems they are experiencing rather than viewing those struggles as defining who they are. Through guided reflection and thoughtful questioning, clients gain insight into long-standing patterns, recognize moments of resilience that may have been overlooked, and begin to rewrite the stories that no longer serve them. I often integrate Narrative Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and systemic approaches. This allows clients not only to recognize the beliefs and experiences that have shaped their identity but also to develop practical skills for responding differently moving forward. Rather than remaining trapped by past experiences, clients learn how to honor their story while recognizing they still have the ability to write the next chapter. My style is warm, honest, and direct. I believe healing comes from understanding how our experiences have influenced us without allowing those experiences to dictate our future. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths, challenge unhelpful narratives, and build a life that reflects who they are—not simply what has happened to them. Narrative Therapy is particularly helpful for clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, low self-worth, and identity concerns, as it creates space for both healing and meaningful change.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is one of the evidence-based approaches I use to help clients navigate change in a way that feels empowering rather than overwhelming. I believe lasting change is most meaningful when it comes from a person's own values, goals, and motivations—not from pressure or advice alone. My role is to help clients discover and strengthen their own reasons for change while respecting that ambivalence is a normal part of the process. My approach to Motivational Interviewing is collaborative, nonjudgmental, and client-centered. Rather than telling clients what they "should" do, I help them explore both sides of their ambivalence, identify discrepancies between where they are and where they want to be, and build confidence in their ability to move forward. Through thoughtful questions, reflective listening, and collaborative goal-setting, clients often gain greater clarity about what truly matters to them and what steps they are ready to take. I frequently integrate Motivational Interviewing with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy. This combination allows clients to not only increase their motivation for change but also develop practical skills for overcoming obstacles, responding differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and creating lasting behavioral change. Whether clients are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship concerns, chronic health conditions, life transitions, or patterns of avoidance, I work with them to identify realistic, meaningful goals that align with the life they want to build. My style is warm, honest, and direct. I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where they feel heard, respected, and supported while also being gently challenged when they become stuck. Rather than trying to convince clients to change, I help them uncover the motivation that already exists within them and translate that motivation into consistent, sustainable action.
19 ratings with written reviews
June 5, 2026
Peggy is the picture of authenticity. She will tell you what you need to hear (not necessarily what you want to hear). I am intentionally working on changing negative habits, and I can appreciate that Peggy is going to push me towards growth. I felt right away that I could be honest with her. I highly recommend her services!
February 18, 2026
Peggy has been a God send. I run to my therapy sessions weekly as she helps me navigate life. She doesn’t see race and meets my needs spiritually, direct and in a very humorous way.
February 4, 2026
Only our first appointment for couples therapy, and we've done couples therapy before with others, and this has been the most productive session thus far. We're excited about continuing our couples therapy with Peggy.