Our senior years have long been referred to as the “golden years.”

However, for many people this phase of life presents many new and complex issues in a time of life that we hoped would be golden.

  • Becoming a caregiver to a loved one
  • Coping with life alone for the first time
  • Finding your identity post career
  • Experiencing marital challenges

Our therapists are here to help you navigate these challenges and address many of the following issues:

Therapists for Elders (65+)

Jennifer Acker , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Master Addiction Counselor
Approved Clinical Supervisor
Johns Creek (Medlock Bridge Rd.) Site Lead

Line Fleming , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Dunwoody Site Lead

Janet Fluker , M.Ed., M.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Will Goodwin , M.A

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor

Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Jason Howard , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Milton Site Lead

Melanie Pais , M.A.

Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

David M. Smith , M.Div., M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Pastoral Counselor
Executive Director
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Stephen Walters , M.Div., M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Sugar Hill Site Lead

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