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11 Highly Recommended Atlanta Anxiety Therapists
Have your worries become excessive, unmanageable, or overwhelming? Do you feel nervous or experience a sense of dread, anticipating the worst? If so, you may be experiencing something more than worry.
Anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults, which makes it one of the most common mental illnesses. With that number, almost 1 in 5 adults experience an anxiety disorder.
So, if that's you, you’re not alone, and we have some really good news. Anxiety is highly treatable, and there are a variety of treatment options! At Steady Hope Counseling, our Atlanta anxiety specialists are here to help you find what works for you and finally start feeling relief from anxiety. Meet our team here to find the right match and contact us when you’re ready to start therapy.
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Best for anxiety therapy for panic attacks: Fern Lima & Lauren Jarrell
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Best for OCD and ERP therapy: Brenley Wiley
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Best for anxiety with ADHD: Jessica Pentsil & Amanda Peters
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Best for postpartum anxiety: Jenny Romano & Sam Merrill
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Best for anxiety with trauma: Phylicia Clemons & Angie Hartley
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Best for anxiety therapy for couples: Angie Hartley & Janita Wiley
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Best for anxiety with depression: Amanda Peters & Fern Lima
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Best for anxiety therapy for high-achieving professionals: Kim DeRamus Lareau & Jessica Pentsil
Not sure which therapist is right for you? Contact us for a free consultation so we can help match you!
Meet our Atlanta anxiety specialists
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"Anxiety’s like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you very far.”
-Jodi Picoult
What sets our practice apart from other Atlanta anxiety treatment providers
Finding the right therapist matters, and we've intentionally built Steady Hope to offer something different. Our diverse team offers specialized support for anxiety in all its forms, treating anxiety at the root instead of simply managing symptoms. Here’s why our clients choose us:
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Evening and weekend availability to work with your schedule
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In-person and virtual options across GA, FL, and SC
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Holistic approach that considers your whole self—mind, body, relationships, and spirit
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Women and mama-owned practice that values authenticity and collaborative community
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Specialized training in methods like EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, DBT, CBT, and EFT
We're not about quick fixes or cookie-cutter approaches. We build genuine relationships with our clients, creating the steady, grounded presence you need to do the deeper work of healing.
Types of anxiety we can help with
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
If your mind feels like it's always on, running through worst-case scenarios and finding new things to worry about, you might be dealing with GAD. We help you understand where this pattern comes from and develop nervous system regulation skills.
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety goes beyond typical nervousness—it's the fear of judgment or humiliating yourself that keeps you from connecting with others. We work with you to build confidence, challenge anxious thoughts, and show up more authentically in social situations.
Panic Disorder & Panic Attacks
Panic attacks can feel terrifying—your heart races, you can't catch your breath, and the fear of having another attack creates more anxiety. We help you understand what's happening in your body and teach grounding techniques that work in the moment.
Health Anxiety
Social anxiety goes beyond typical nervousness—it's the fear of judgment or humiliating yourself that keeps you from connecting with others. We work with you to build confidence, challenge anxious thoughts, and show up more authentically in social situations.
Perinatal Anxiety
Anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum is incredibly common but often goes unaddressed. Whether you're experiencing intrusive thoughts about your baby's safety or overwhelming fear about motherhood, our perinatal specialists provide compassionate, specialized support.
High-Functioning Anxiety
You might look successful on the outside, but inside, you're running on fumes, driven by perfectionism and fear of failure. We help high-achievers understand the cost of constant striving and find worth beyond productivity and performance.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic attacks can feel terrifying—your heart races, you can't catch your breath, and the fear of having another attack creates more anxiety. We help you understand what's happening in your body and teach grounding techniques that work in the moment.
What to expect from the therapy process
Step 1. Building safety and trust first
Before diving into the deeper work, we focus on creating a relationship where you feel genuinely safe and understood. We take time to hear your story, learn what matters to you, and establish the foundation of trust that makes real healing possible.
Step 2. Understanding your unique anxiety patterns
Everyone's anxiety has a history and a reason for being there. We work together to understand where your anxiety comes from—past experiences, attachment patterns, or nervous system activation—and help you make sense of why your body responds the way it does.
Step 3. Learning practical tools and skills
While understanding is important, you also need tools that work right now. Depending on your needs, we might integrate somatic techniques, DBT skills, CBT strategies, or EMDR to process underlying trauma—tailored to what actually helps you.
Step 4. Building lasting change
As therapy progresses, we shift from anxiety management to sustainable healing. You'll notice yourself responding differently to triggers, feeling more grounded in daily life, and trusting your ability to handle whatever comes up as you move toward your goals.
FAQs about anxiety counseling
Start working with an Atlanta anxiety therapist today
You’re not alone. Our team of anxiety therapists can help you get relief from anxiety symptoms, face the present and find hope for the future.
