I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are facing life's challenges by providing both play therapy and talk therapy. I have experience helping young people cope with depression, anxiety, school stress, developing social skills, emotional regulation, a change in the family system, gender and sexuality exploration, personal identity development, adjusting to major life events, and substance abuse. 

To help support my clients, I utilize Feminist and Queer Theory so my clients can gain a deeper understanding of their struggles and begin to better know themselves. A client-centered approach backed by evidence-based counseling techniques ensures my clients receive care that is tailored to them. Although Feminist and Queer Theory makes up the foundation of my practice, I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-centered Therapy to round out my counseling approach.

I received my Masters degree from Agnes Scott College in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and during my time there, I researched how social media use impacts our identity development. I am currently a doctoral student at Georgia State University in their Counselor Education and Practice program where I will continue to investigate the role media plays in our personal development.

On a personal note, I am a queer, non-binary person who has two cats, and I love to hike and be outdoors! When not providing counseling, you can frequently find me at concerts, museums, or buried under a mountain of research papers and textbooks.

Taylor can be reached at taylor@gaiacounseling.com