Meet Our Therapists
Leadership Team
ERICA GREGORY, LMFT
LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTJCAC OWNER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, Couples Therapy, Public Speaking
Populations:
Children, Couples, Families
404-834-2363 Ext. 1
GINNY VOSE, M.Ed, LPC
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORCERTIFIED TRAUMA SPECIALISTONSITE INTERN COORDINATOR
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, PTSD & Trauma, Women's Issues
Populations:
Children, Adolescents, Adults
404-834-2363 Ext. 2
ERIN WILLIAMS, LMFT
LICENSED MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST
CLINICAL TEAM LEAD
Specializes in:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling
Populations:
Couples, Adults, Adolescents
LYLA MILLS, LMSW
Director of Community Engagement
LICENSED MASTER SOCIAL WORKER
Specializes in:
Adoption, Anxiety, Life transitions, Relationship conflict, Self esteem
Populations:
Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples
404-834-2363 Ext. 20
Admin Team
Clinical Team
LILLIE BAMBERG, LPC
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Individual Counseling, Adolescent Therapy,
Play Therapy
Populations:
Children 6+, Adolescents, Young Adults
404-834-2363 Ext. 8
ALEXANDRA “ALEX” MURPHY, LPC
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
Specializes in:
EMDR for Trauma, Postpartum,
Communication, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss,
Sexual Abuse, LGBTQ+
Populations:
Children, Adolescents, Adults
404-834-2363 Ext. 4
CHRISTI CAWLEY, APC
ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS
Specializes in:
EMDR for PTSD/Trauma, LGBTQIA+ Certified Therapist, Anxiety
Populations:
Adults
404-834-2363 Ext. 24
NEIL MONETTE, PH.D., LPC
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, Life Transitions, Individual Counseling
Populations:
Children (4 ), Adolescents, & Adults
404-834-2363 Ext. 7
CLAIRE BOOZ, MFT
MASTERS IN FAMILY THERAPY
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling
Adults, Couples, Young Adults (18+)
404-834-2363 Ext. 14
MARLEY POWALOWSKI, LMFT
LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, Anxiety, Emotional Regulation, Self Esteem, Communication, Life Transitions, Family Dynamics
Populations:
Children and Adolescents
404-834-2363 Ext. 15
MIKAYLA MINEHART, LPC, NCC
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Individual Counseling, Aggression,
Self-Esteem, and Trauma
Populations:
Individual Counseling, Aggression,
Self-Esteem, and Trauma
404-834-2363 Ext. 16
MARY ALICE ALLEN, MFT
MASTERS IN FAMILY THERAPY
Specializes in:
Adult Attachment, Couples Counseling, and Life Transitions
Populations:
Individual Adults and Couples
404-834-2363 Ext. 25
COLLEEN RITZ, APC
ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Individual Counseling, Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression
Populations:
Adolescents 18+, Adults, Couples, Parents
RACHEL BRUNELLE, APC
ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS
ASSOCIATE LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
Specializes in:
Relationship Conflict, Self-esteem, Grief, Communication, and Life Transitions
Populations:
Adolescent to College girls, Adults, and Couples
Sarah Morris, ma
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
MASTERS IN MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Specializes in:
Individual Counseling, Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression
Populations
Children, Adolescents and Adults
GRACE LEE, MFT
MASTERS IN FAMILY THERAPY
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, Family Dynamics, Anxiety, Life Transitions
Populations:
Children, Adults, Couples, & Families
470-485-6433
Kelsie Boyd, MFT
Master of Family Therapy
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Specializes in:
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy and Premarital Counseling, Family Dynamics, Life Transitions
Populations: individual, couple, & family therapy
LINDSEY WHEELER
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR AND NATIONAL CERTIFIED COUNSELOR
Specializes in:
Meditation & Guided Imagery, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Gottman Couples Counseling, Existential Therapy
Populations:
Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Clinical Interns
Holland Wiersma
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
MASTERS LEVEL CLINICAL INTERN
Specializes in:
Play Therapy, Life Transitions, Trauma, Individual Counseling
Populations
Children, Adolescent, Adults
770-765-7503
Danielle Shook
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Specializes in:
Anxiety, Depression, Play Therapy, Life Transitions
Populations
Children, Adolescents, and Adults
Carla Russell
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Trauma, Addiction, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Populations
Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples
Alexandria Stachowski
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
MASTERS LEVEL CLINICAL INTERN
Specializes in:
Individual Counseling, Life Transitions, SYMBIS Assessments for Couples
Populations
Children, Adolescent, Adults
Jessica Grabowski, MA
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Specializes in:
Anxiety, Depression, Play Therapy, Individual Counseling, Grief & Loss, Infertility
Populations
Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples
NATALIE SIBANI
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
MASTERS LEVEL CLINICAL INTERN
Specializes in:
Anxiety, Depression, Play Therapy, Individual Counseling
Populations
Children, Adolescents, Young Adults/Adults
LORI SPENCER
OWNER OF TEACHERS AS TUTORS
CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Specializes in:
Special Education Tutoring, IEP Goals, Organization and Focus Skills
Populations
ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Cognitive Delay, Executive Functioning
ERICA GREGORY, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Clinical Director and Owner of Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling
Erica is a counselor, the owner of JCAC, a public speaker, the owner of the YouTube channel JCACounseling, and a counseling business owner consultant. Her mission is to “Help people grow into who they are meant to be… to their best selves.”
As a Counselor, Erica assists couples to be open, attuned, and responsive to each other allowing them to reestablish their emotional connection using EFT therapy, and she helps children using play therapy and has been in practice since 2010. Erica earned her masters in Family Therapy in 2010 from Mercer School of Medicine. She has been fully licensed as a marriage and family therapist in the state of Georgia since 2013. Erica is not accepting new clients at this time.
As the owner of JCAC, Erica has created a teaching model to help educate and mentor the next generation of counselors. She loves to help interns and staff find their niche and grow into the counselor they are called to be. Her mission of JCAC is to change the structure of the counseling business away from the agency/ insurance style of practice back to a healthy, intentional, and impactful one. One where the counselor operates in a healthy work environment, is intentional about the training they receive to become specialized in the populations they work with, and make a life changing impact on the clients they serve.
The YouTube channel is Erica’s passion project to spread no cost mental health education and challenge the stigma of mental health. Also, to empower parents, couples, teens, and adults to live their best life. In addition, Erica hopes to inspire young adults to enter the mental health field and make a difference.
As a public Speaker, Erica has hosted continuing education workshops, spoken at teacher conferences, given parents education workshops at schools, and spoken at mental health symposiums. Erica speaks on topics ranging from depression & anxiety in adults & children, parenting, grief, & suicide prevention. Her goal is to open the door to mental health awareness in the community, to create understanding and an “I can do this” empowerment of heavier and darker topics.
Erica’s next goal is to continue to change the structure of the counseling field by empowering women to start their own counseling practice grounded in the principles of healthy, intentional, and impactful. She offers counseling business consultation and soon will offer Business Starting Packages to help women start their own JCAC.
LILLIE BAMBERG, LPC
Lillie has experience providing individual counseling to teens and young adults, and play therapy with children, utilizing the evidence-based treatment of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered techniques to help clients cope with anxiety, depression, mild eating disorders, mild trauma, grief, struggling relationships, faulty communication, behavioral issues, and navigating difficult life transitions (divorce, moving, death of a parent). Lillie works with clients to help them gain the power back over their circumstances and make positive changes in perspective by understanding their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Lillie strives to provide all clients with an empathetic listening ear, compassionate understanding, and a genuine caring attitude with the client’s best interest in mind.
With children, Lillie utilizes play therapy and sand tray therapy to build a trusting relationship that helps children process through traumatic/difficult events/emotions, become aware and expressive of their feelings and emotions, and build upon their strengths and resiliency.
Lillie Bamberg has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through the University of the Cumberlands. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University. She is a current member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Lillie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and becoming a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS).
Lillie is practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and under the supervision of Kara McDaniel.
Lillie can be contacted at 770-240-1036 or by email at lpalmercounseling@gmail.com
Office Hours:
Mondays 10am – 6pm
Tuesday 10am – 6pm
Wednesdays 10am – 7pm
Thursday 10am – 7pm
Fridays 10am – 6:30pm
GINNY VOSE, M.Ed, MA
As a Certified Trauma Counselor, Ginny has a heart for people of all ages who are survivors of complex trauma and PTSD. Ginny loves to empower all age survivors and to help them to become free from the chains of trauma. Ginny uses EMDR, EFIT, and DBT to help her clients to overcome the inner pain of trauma.
Ginny uses child centered play therapy and playful EMDR to help children to deal with many hard issues such as navigating parental divorce, self-esteem issues, bullying and other school- related problems. Additionally, she enjoys working with parents to help them with everyday issues that arise in parenting, co-parenting with an ex, and parenting in this digital age.
As a 25-year veteran teacher, Ginny understands how hard it can be for adolescents and teens to deal with peers, teachers, and just the process of going to school today. Because she has taught in those classrooms and stood in those hallways, she understands just what it is like to be in school today. She enjoys walking along with children who struggle just to get up and go to school each day. She also enjoys walking with students who self-harm, struggle with suicide ideology, bullying, and navigating peer and parental relationships.
Ginny’s heart is to help adults who suffer from the effects of any trauma. As a certified Traumatologist, she has seen sexual assault survivors, people who have been through traumatic car accidents, those who are grieving, and many other trauma survivors leave therapy stronger and changed. Additionally, she feels honored to work with firefighters, police officers, and first responders who have been traumatized by things that they have seen on the job.
Ginny offers Animal Assisted therapy with her dog, Zoey. Using a dog in therapy adds another layer of assistance to clients. Zoey can help improve motivation and engagement in therapy, perhaps resulting in a shorter recovery process and lower costs. Zoey can also provide a sense of security and emotional support. Dogs in particular offer unconditional acceptance and positive regard. Having a session with Zoey can promote relaxation. Zoey can help the client learn frustration tolerance and other anger management techniques. Zoey can be an instrument of learning, which can increase self-confidence and self-esteem. More than anything, Zoey always offers humor and fun due to her playful nature. Ginny is practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and under the supervision of Brandy Rogers, CPCS, LPC.
ALEX MURPHY, LPC
Alex specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, client-centered talk therapy and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). Alex works with children, adolescents and adults with a focus on trauma processing, Complex PTSD, stress, anxiety, grief, depression and LGBTQ concerns. Alex believes in working alongside her clients in order to facilitate healing and growth. She works to create a safe and brave space for clients.
Alex is also passionate about working with one or both parents from pre-conception through early childhood. From hospital or assault trauma impacting anxiety around birth to post-partum mood disorders to general stress about starting a family, Alex is committed to making all her clients feel comfortable and respected throughout this process.
Alex is a Licensed Professional Counselor and received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Georgia in 2016 and her Master’s degree in International Disaster Psychology at the University of Denver in 2020. She worked at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Phnom Phen, Cambodia during the summer of 2019 and was heavily involved in research on parenting and perinatal populations during the course of her Master’s degree.
Alex is practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and under the supervision of Lauren Dack.
Alex can be contacted at 781-469-1507 or A.MurphyCounseling@gmail.com.
Office Hours:
Monday: 8am-4pm
Thursday: 8am-2pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Erin Williams, LMFT
Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with couples, individual adults, and adolescents. She loves working with individuals and couples who are ready to take the next steps towards emotional or relational health. This includes working with teens, young adults, and adults for things such as anxiety, depression, grief, stress, family relationships, or life transitions, as well as couples who are looking for help due to marital conflict, communication, trust, or infidelity issues. She also enjoys working with engaged couples through premarital counseling.
Erin has received training and supervision in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an approach that focuses on strengthening a couple’s connection and building emotional trust and safety between partners. She is a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator and has completed Gottman Level 1. She has also received training in Discernment Counseling, a type of counseling for couples who are uncertain about whether or not to pursue couples therapy or to get a divorce.
Erin earned a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling at Nyack College. As a systemically trained therapist, she approaches therapy in a holistic way to help her clients reach their goals both individually and in their relationships. She strives to create a safe space for each of her clients by being supportive, empathetic, and encouraging them towards growth.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Erin, call 678-509-3803 or email erin@ewilliamstherapy.com
NEIL MONETTE, PH.D., NCC, LPC
Neil is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has always had a passion for helping people. In addition to working with adults, he also has extensive experience helping children and adolescents. He frequently works with clients who are going through anxiety, grief, depression, issues with self-identity, life transitions, and many other types of situations. He also enjoys working with children and adolescents who could benefit from learning healthy boundaries, communication skills, experiencing family struggles, difficulty at school, and much more.
Growing up in a large adoptive family, Neil also has personal and professional experience with the foster care system and the process of adoption. Using many research-based techniques, Neil is an eclectic therapist who believes each client has a completely unique set of needs. Therefore, their treatment plan should be a collaborative effort, specifically and uniquely geared towards meeting each client’s needs while also reaching his or her goals. He is currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT).
Neil attended the University of Georgia and received a degree in Psychology. He also has degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Counselor Education & Supervision. While finishing his doctorate, his dissertation research was focused on the spiritual coping skills that can be utilized while working with clients who have experienced trauma. Neil also has training certifications in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) from the Medical University of South Carolina.
MARLEY POWALOWSKI, LAMFT
Marley specializes in play therapy and adolescent/teen therapy. Her work with this population is aimed to increase coping skills, build self-efficacy, and decrease maladaptive functioning. She is very passionate about working with children, adolescents, and teens who deal with anxiety/depression, ADD, adjustment disorders, and Autism. Marley offers play therapy, talk therapy, and behavioral modification for her clients. She also offers sessions with the families of her clients to aid and promote functional skills that can be used at home.
Marley has a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) from Mercer University School of Medicine. She uses play therapy, as well as a combination of solution-focused and narrative therapies to help her clients meet their goals and promote positive change in their lives.
Marley can be contacted at 404-941-0661.
MIKAYLA MINEHART, LPC, NCC
Mikayla has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ball State University and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Alabama. Mikayla is passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. She has experience working with a variety of mental health concerns such as trauma, aggression, grief, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Mikayla utilizes a vast array of approaches with her clients such as Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused therapy. She values providing a safe and supportive space to promote opportunities for positive change. Mikayla strives to establish a collaborative, trusting therapeutic relationship with clients in order to help them reach their goals. Each person has a unique story and Mikayla hopes to create a place for her clients to explore sensitive areas of their lives in a judgment free environment. During her free time, Mikayla enjoys watching sporting events, spending time with family, and trying out new restaurants.
Mikayla is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and under the supervision of Jeanine Rousso.
Mikayla Minehart can be reached at 678-667-2553, or mminehartcounseling@gmail.com
Christi Cawley, APC
Christi has over 15 years of counseling experience and is a LGBTQIA+ Certified Therapist. Her areas of specialty include anxiety, trauma processing, life transitions, social skills, situational mutism, and working with LGBTQIA individuals. She creates a safe, supportive, empathetic space for each of her clients and has worked with individuals of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Christi brings a client-centered, strength-based, mindfulness approach to her counseling services.
She specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Rogerian modalities, empowering her clients to improve their well-being, coping strategies, self-efficacy, and relationships. She holds an honors Master’s degree in Counseling from Marymount University and an honors Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech.
Christi is practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and under the supervision of Celia Webb, MS, LPC, CPCS.
Christi sees clients (18+) online. She can be reached directly at 404-919-9902 or ChristiCawleyCounseling@gmail.com
COLLEEN RITZ, APC
Colleen believes every individual deserves a safe space to tell their story and a non-judgmental witness to join them on their path to healing. She is dedicated to assisting couples in rediscovering lost connection and intimacy by helping them access and regulate their emotions. In addition, she supports individuals (18+) by helping them alleviate symptoms of anxiety and stress that arise from life's inevitable challenges.
Colleen draws upon various theories such as Rogerian, CBT, and Emotion-Focused Therapy to ensure she meets each of her clients exactly where they are. She aims to provide a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where her clients feel comfortable opening up. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, Colleen often incorporates humor as a tool for connection and healing
Colleen graduated from Antioch University in 2022 and works under the supervision of Dr. Margo Rice. When she isn’t in the office you can find her walking trails with her family, enjoying a cup (or three) of coffee, trying out new restaurants, and traveling.
Rachel Brunelle, APC
Rachel is a master's level clinical mental health counselor under the supervision of Vanessa Snyder, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ACS, AAMFT-S, CST, MT, and Clinical Director of Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling, Erica Gregory, LMFT. Rachel is passionate about coming alongside adolescent girls, college-aged, and adult women dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, relationship conflict, grief, co-dependency, and life transitions. She also enjoys seeing couples and helping foster a safe space to process, heal, and grow with each other.
Rachel's approach to clients is eclectic. While she views the client with a person-centered approach, she utilizes a variety of therapeutic tools and techniques, such as CBT, DBT, ACT, Gottman Institute, and EFT, depending on the presenting concerns and goals of the client. Applying empathy and curiosity to connect and empower her clients, Rachel desires to journey with you toward the direction of healing, growth, and your personal goals.
Rachel came to the counseling field by way of journalism. However, long before broadcasting, she yearned to serve. Her curious nature and longing for genuine connection ignited during a mission to Brazil. During her television reporting experience post-hurricanes and covering traumatic events, her desire to meet her community's needs and bring healing was continuously reaffirmed.
Rachel holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Auburn University and a master's in clinical mental health counseling from Richmont Graduate University. Richmont trains and equips clinicians to integrate the Christian faith with psychology when the client prefers. Rachel and her husband, Carter, live in Atlanta with their English Springer Spaniel, Maggie. They enjoy being with family and friends, serving at church, watching football, grilling at home, and traveling together.
LYLA MILLS, LMSW
Masters in Social Work
Lyla Mills, Licensed Master Social Worker, helps facilitate healing, growth, and discovery of self through a compassionate approach to therapy. She frequently uses ACT, DBT, attachment-based, and Rogerian approaches, but also adopts an integrative method to tailor therapy to individual and couples’ needs. Lyla works with adolescents, adults, families, and couples, specializing in adoption/foster care, relationship issues (codependency, attachment, narcissism, etc.), relationship conflict, self-esteem, life transitions, trauma, and disordered eating behaviors. When it comes to couples, Lyla works with those dealing with infidelity, life stressors affecting the relationship, or those seeking re-alignment, conflict resolution skills, or an increase in emotional and physical intimacy.
Lyla holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice from the University of Alabama and an MSW from Louisiana State University. As an international adoptee, she has presented at several adoption-related conferences and camps. Lyla enjoys psychoeducation & has experience with creative, fun presentations at several schools. She has experience interning in an eating disorder facility as well.
She is a Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional, Certified Anxiety Informed Professional, and Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional. Lyla has completed specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, EFT, and Narcissist Abuse Treatment, among others. Lyla is practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory and the supervision of Caylin Broome LCSW and Ann Pearl LCSW.
CLAIRE BOOZ, MFT
Masters in Family Therapy
Claire is passionate about making her clients feel safe, seen, and empowered to thrive as the most authentic and confident version of themselves. Claire has experience in working with individuals of all ages and specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and families. Claire uses Family Systems Theory, Experiential Therapy, Play Therapy, and Structural Therapy perspectives to guide her work with clients experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and conflict in the family. Claire believes that therapy is collaborative and is passionate about truly connecting with clients to create long-lasting growth and change.
Claire is a graduate of Mercer University School of Medicine, where she received her Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is working towards licensure to become an Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Before getting her Masters Degree, Claire received her Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Human Services from the University of Georgia.
To schedule a time to talk with Claire, call 404-834-2363.
MARY ALICE ALLEN, MFT
Masters in Family Therapy
Mary Alice is a Marriage and Family Therapist working with individual adults and couples in areas that include adult attachment, anxiety, relational issues, and life transitions. She practices from a family systems approach that prioritizes the impact of family and relationships on the individual. In all of her work, she prioritizes a person-centered approach that strives to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. She is deeply passionate about helping her clients cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, develop healthier relationships, and navigate life's challenges with resilience and authenticity.
Mary Alice graduated with a Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy from the Mercer University School of Medicine following a 15+ year career in higher education. She works under the supervision of Danielle Chen, LMFT and direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT.
Mary Alice sees clients on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. She can be reached directly at 404-620-0686 or MaryAliceAllen@gmail.com.
SARAH MORRIS, APC
Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Sarah is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them navigate life transitions and challenges, maintain strong interpersonal relationships, and achieve their personal goals. She strives to create a warm and safe environment where she uses approaches and techniques such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered and strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to help clients achieve positive change.
Sarah received her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in Human and Family Development from the University of Georgia and her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Sarah previously obtained a master’s in Industrial/Organizational psychology from Seattle Pacific University, and completed research in the neuropsychology department at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Child Health and Medical Pain lab at Georgia State University.
Grace Lee, MFT
Masters in Family Therapy
Grace is passionate about helping people thrive and reach their goals by promoting authenticity and empowerment in her clients’ lives. Grace enjoys working with a broad range of populations including children, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in helping individuals and families strengthen their relationships, work through difficult life transitions, and build coping skills for managing anxiety. Grace practices through a family systems lens that prioritizes relational and contextual factors in conceptualizing her clients’ path to healing and growth. She utilizes play therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and attachment theory in her practice.
Grace is a masters level clinician practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and the supervision of Danielle Chen, Ph. D, LMFT, RPT, ATR. Grace received her Master of Family Therapy degree from Mercer University and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Brigham Young University.
Grace sees clients virtually or in-person Monday-Friday. Reach out to Grace directly at 470-485-6433 or GRACE.JCAC.COUNSELING@OUTLOOK.COM.
Kelsie Boyd, MFT
Master of Family Therapy
Kelsie Boyd is a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to walking alongside clients on their nonlinear journey towards healing, growth, and clarity. She works with individuals aged 13+ , couples, and families. Particularly, Kelsie is passionate about supporting clients through life transitions, premarital counseling, racial stress, relational issues, childhood wounds, and family adjustments. Kelsie operates from an emotionally focused therapy (EFT) approach and integrates IFS, CBT, art/play therapy, and Gottman Method per her clients’ needs. Kelsie’s work is informed by systems theory and social justice perspectives, which take into consideration the various systems wherein a person exists as factors of their individual functioning.
Kelsie prioritizes building a safe relationship with her clients so that they might experience the freedom to express themselves without judgment. She centers the client in session and collaborates with them to help build more self-awareness and empowerment.
Kelsie holds a Master of Family Therapy from Mercer University School of Medicine. Additionally, she is a Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for premarital counseling. Kelsie practices under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT and the supervision of Danielle Chen, Ph.D., LMFT, RPT. Kelsie’s office days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. She can be contacted directly by email at kelsieboydtherapy@gmail.com.
HOLLAND WIERSMA
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Holland is passionate about empowering individuals, instilling hope, and providing an authentic, welcoming environment for her clients. Holland enjoys working with a broad range of populations including children, adolescents, and adults. She works with clients through strength-based approaches along with techniques from play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy. Holland views her clients through a holistic lens and believes that each client is the expert of their life. Her goal is to work with her clients to achieve healing and growth in their daily lives.
Holland received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Childhood and Family Development from Georgia Southern University. She currently attends Mercer University and is working towards a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Holland’s office hours are Friday and Saturday. To reach out to Holland directly, please call 770-765-7503, or email HWiersmaCounseling@gmail.com.
Danielle Shook
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Danielle is deeply committed to guiding individuals of all ages towards achieving their full potential and life goals. She aims to provide a safe and authentic environment where clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. Danielle works with her clients through different therapeutic techniques from person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and play therapy. Danielle recognizes that each individual is unique and deserves to have a counseling experience that is tailored to them and their needs. Her goal is to support clients in overcoming obstacles and fostering positive growth in their lives.
Danielle earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Berry College. She currently attends Mercer University and is working towards a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Danielle’s office hours are Friday and Saturday. To reach out to Danielle directly, please call 678-235-8798, or email DSHOOKCOUNSELING@GMAIL.COM.
Carla Russell
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Carla is devoted to providing compassionate care and a safe space where her clients can find healing and freedom from addiction, trauma, relational dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, and negative self-talk. She desires to walk alongside her clients as they embark on the journey of finding their “true, authentic self.”
Carla enjoys working with a broad range of populations including, children, adolescents, adults, and couples. She utilizes modalities such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment theory, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to help clients achieve meaningful changes.
Carla is a master’s level clinical intern practicing under the clinical direction of Erica Gregory, LMFT. Carla currently attends Liberty University and is working towards a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Alexandria Melnyk
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Alexandria (“Alex”) is passionate about helping her clients achieve growth and healing through providing a safe, warm environment and authentic listening ear. Her goal is for her clients to see positive change, strengthening, and flourishment within their lives.
While Alex counsels from an integrative approach (selecting modalities and theories that work best for each individual client), she tends to utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, strength-based approaches, and person-centered approaches. She enjoys working with a broad range of populations including children, adolescents, and adults. She is also a certified SYMBIS Facilitator for couples.
Alex received her bachelor's degree in biology from Georgia Tech, and she is currently pursuing her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University.
Alex has office hours on Friday (all day), Saturday (8 a.m - 2 p.m), and Wednesday evenings. She also has virtual availability.
Cheyenne Land-Requiz, BS
Cheyenne is the Intake Line Manager at Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Human Development/Family Studies with a minor in Psychology from Indiana University. Cheyenne’s unique skill set includes experience in customer service/guest relations, social services and early learning. She is responsible for handling client inquiries and scheduling at JCAC. Cheyenne is a mom of 3 and a passionate early childhood advocate. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, volunteering with the Early Learning Alliance Network, exploring outdoors, and blogging about all things early learning!
Sreeya Kanthi
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Sreeya is the Marketing & Communications Specialist at JCAC. Working with Leadership and Administrative teams, Sreeya is dedicated to making mental health resources accessible to all, breaking down barriers of race, gender, ethnicity, age, and more. As a young intern, Sreeya hopes to deepen her understanding of counseling, as both a concept and a clinical practice/business. As a high school senior at Alliance Academy for Innovation, her goal is to major in Psychology or HDFS in her undergraduate studies, driven by a strong desire to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health. Sreeya actively collaborates with JCAC and the community, advocating for inclusive environments that prioritize mental well-being. She works towards creating a world where mental health is celebrated, fostering a more compassionate and understanding community. In her free time, Sreeya enjoys planning family/friends gatherings, singing and dancing, giving back to the community, and exploring global cultural travel destinations.
DEANDRE PASCA
Financial Coordinator & Payroll Specialist
MARIAH DEITRICK
Office Assistant
Mariah is the Office Assistant here at Johns Creek & Alpharetta Counseling. Mariah is working towards her Bachelors of Science in Psychology and is a senior at Georgia State University. She works in office management with the leadership and sales team to ensure a safe, joyful, and growing environment for all. Her background in customer service fostered a desire to connect with people in a meaningful way. Mariah is passionate about working with a community that strives for positive change to the culture surrounding mental health and helping others find healing. As an intern, Mariah hopes to learn more about counseling individuals struggling with shame, depression, and anxiety. In her spare time, Mariah enjoys spending time with her friends and family, thrifting, and finding new coffee shops to explore in the city.
Jessica Grabowski, MA
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Jessica is an empathetic listener and a supportive collaborator that infuses her therapy methods with authenticity and humor. Jessica believes in meeting clients where they need to be met and uses a holistic approach rooted in the belief that everyone has the potential for personal growth and self-awareness and that they can reach their full potential. She ensures a safe, respectful, collaborative, non-judgmental space for her clients. Jessica enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults, individually or as part of a family.
Jessica’s client centered approach takes into consideration the uniqueness of each person by relying on an integrative approach to helping clients achieve their goals. She will utilize therapeutic modalities from different theoretical approaches such as but not limited to EFT, CBT, mindfulness, art therapy, and play therapy. She is passionate about the importance of meeting clients where they are in their unique journey. It is not that the difficulties we face are so different, however, the path we took that led us to the present moment is very unique. In time, clients develop a better understanding of themselves and how their experiences have impacted their behaviors and choices, which can lead to a greater sense of self-acceptance and improved self-esteem. Jessica is passionate about nurturing an individual’s resiliency and internal resources that we all possess to empower clients to achieve their therapeutic goals and live their best life.
Jessica has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Montclair State University as well as a Master of Arts in Management from New York University. She is currently in the final year of her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. She has dedicated the last 27 years of her career working for non-profit agencies serving communities, families, and children through educational, social, recreational, and community-based programs. Jessica spent the last 15 years in management mentoring and developing young professionals, creating strong supportive teams of educators and child-centered professionals. She is excited to continue her life’s work of supporting others on their journey of growth and development as a Masters level intern at JCAC.
Jessica’s office hours are Fridays and Saturdays. To reach out to Jessica directly, please email JGrabowskicounseling@gmail.com or call 404-855-1205.
Natalie Sibani
Masters Level Clinical Intern
Natalie’s mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where individuals of all ages can work towards healing and self-improvement. She is committed to working collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults to address their unique challenges and to foster meaningful progress. With a focus on anxiety, depression, OCD, and Play Therapy, she specializes in supporting her clients through their personal growth journeys.
Currently, Natalie is enhancing her expertise through advanced studies at the University of Kentucky, where she is furthering her knowledge and skills in the field of Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns, Natalie offers a compassionate and professional approach to help you navigate your path to well-being. Natalie’s office hours are Friday - Saturday by appointment only.
LORI SPENCER
Owner of Teachers As Tutors
Certified Special Education Teacher
Lori is the owner and founder of Teachers As Tutors which is partnered with Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling. Lori is a Georgia Certified Teacher who is passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive. She is a mother of two wonderful daughters, and two beautiful grandchildren. She utilizes her unconditional acceptance and patience to help each child achieve success in academics and in life.
Lori graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in special education. She has worked in the school system for 19 years: 8 years in high school, 8 years in elementary, and 3 years in middle school. She has taught self contained classrooms and has headed interrelated programs. Lori has written IEPs for 19 years and understands the complexities of the school system. She is highly qualified to assist any child with an IEP meet their goals, and increase confidence in the curriculum- all while having fun.
Lori can combine her experience and skill with a counselor to assist a child with their emotion, organization, classroom skills, and education.
For more information visit her webpage at the link below or call 470-546-3320
Lindsey Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor
Lindsey Wheeler is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. Lindsey specializes in working with individuals across the lifespan from teens, adults, to older adults. Her therapeutic alignment is eclectic, providing clients with a specialized approach tailored to their individualized needs. While incorporating a holistic mind-body- spirit framework for her clients, she’s driven by neurobiological, psychological, and social principals. She’s trained in EMDR and Gottman Couples Counseling level 1 & 2. Lindsey meets her clients where they are, offering an empathetic and non-judgmental space. Her inquisitive nature allows her to use many diverse therapeutic approaches to identify the best fit for her clients’ needs. She is empathetic in her approach to counseling and wellness and is skilled at building rapport with her clients. Her kind nature will allow you to feel welcome to process though life’s most challenging moments.Lindsey has developed a strong approach to therapy using: Mindfulness, Meditation & Guided Imagery, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Gottman Couples Counseling, Existential Therapy, Generational Trauma Therapy and Somatic Experiencing.
Throughout her journey she has discovered that mindfulness and meditation connect our body and mind as one. This enables us to ignite a greater understanding of 'the self’ within our ecological system. By focusing on our awareness, we may be able to calmly and intentionally accept and process through thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and bodily sensations. By acknowledging and relieving ourselves of shame, guilt, and control we can begin to let go of what does not serve us. In this act, we can process though our hurt and allow it to create healing in place of tension.
In her free time Lindsey enjoys connecting with nature, traveling, spending quality time with friends & family, practicing self-care, and allowing her artistic and educational interest to thrive.
