Child, Teen & Family Therapy in Atlanta · Gaia Counseling & Wellness
Find your
safe space.
Providing a safe space where together we can explore your world. We offer in-person therapy in Atlanta and Decatur, and telehealth therapy throughout the state of Georgia.
What we offer
SERVICES
We specialize in therapy for children, adolescents and families, serving the Greater Atlanta and Decatur areas. We also offer individual therapy for adults, parent coaching, and couples counseling.
Learn more about our services, including play therapy, art therapy, group therapy and more.
Learn MoreChildren & teens
- Children
A safe, creative space for kids and teens to grow, heal, and thrive
- Teens
A safe space for teens to grow, heal, and connect
- Play Therapy
Play therapy uses play in a therapeutic way to resolve behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Art Therapy
Art therapy offers a unique approach to addressing emotional and psychological challenges in children and teens.
- Group Therapy for Children & Teens
Group therapy for children and adolescents provides a supportive environment where young individuals can connect with peers facing similar challenges.
- Summer Camps
Our therapeutic summer camps, offer a unique blend of structured therapeutic activities and traditional summer camp experiences.
Parents & families
- Family Therapy
Many families face difficult transitions that benefit from therapeutic guidance.
- Parent Coaching
At Gaia Counseling, we understand the challenges and joys of parenthood.
- Filial Therapy
Filial therapy is helpful for all parents who wish to strengthen their connection with a child, and especially for parents who are experiencing tension or power struggles in the parent-child relationship.
Adults
- Individual Adults
Life presents challenges. We can all benefit from receiving help getting through these obstacles.
- Couples Therapy
Many couples engage in therapy to improve communication and develop better conflict resolution skills, or to increase emotional connection and intimacy.
Our practice
We offer in person therapy in atlanta and decatur, and telehealth therapy throughout the state of Georgia.
We all experience pain, suffering and stagnation in our lives. And all of us have the potential for growth and repair.
Gaia Counseling's team of therapists is passionate about helping children, adolescents and families thrive. Many children struggle with emotional regulation, school and social anxiety, and behavioral challenges. Play therapy and other expressive therapeutic modalities along with regular parent check ins can help kids and their families be with their emotions in healthier ways. At Gaia Counseling, we have seen first hand how giving children and teens a safe space to process their inner emotional world, while keeping parents involved every step of the way, can not only transform their way of communicating but can also help families come together in ways that promote growth and healing.
We have several wonderful therapists on our team who specialize in supporting children and adolescents with neurodivergence, including ADHD and ASD, as well as those who are exploring their sexual and/or gender identities. We offer a warm, genuine, collaborative approach in an accepting and unbiased environment. Gaia Counseling also offers family, parent, couples and individual adult therapy as important avenues to help our clients flourish.
We have the power to make changes in the systems of our minds, bodies, homes, relationships, offices, social networks and natural environment. It is our hope at Gaia Counseling to provide a safe space where together we can explore your world. Whatever your particular challenges, we likely have someone on our team who can help you through them.
Who's here
Our team
Meet our therapists and learn about their intentions, methods, and training.
Christy Burkett, LPC, Founder/Director
All of us benefit from having a safe place to explore our lives without judgement.
Lauren Arnold, APC (application pending)
I work with children, adolescents, and families experiencing concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, emotional dysregulation, behavioral challenges, and developmental transitions.
Laura Hottel, APC
I practice Child-Centered Play Therapy because, as Gary Landreth, one of the founders says, “Birds fly, fish swim, and children play” (Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship).
Joanne Charles, LPC
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges.
Carrie Fox, APC
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as parent coaching.
Erin Maurer, APC
I specialize in play therapy and person-centered counseling for children, adolescents and teens.
Ugonna Love, LPC, RPT
I am a Registered Play Therapist, and am particularly skilled in areas such as trauma-informed care, anxiety and depression counseling, support through divorce or incarceration, faith-based counseling, and multicultural counseling.
Trinity Jackson, Intern
I have had the opportunity to work with children in a variety of settings, including as an English teacher in South Korea and as a Registered Behavior Technician providing early intervention ABA therapy to children on the autism spectrum.
Rebecca Cha, Intern
Focusing on families and specializing in single parenting, divorce, parental alienation, emotional management and relational trauma, I use both adult-focused and child-centered techniques to foster stronger connections and long-term resilience.
“The natural healing force in all of us is the greatest force in getting well.”
