North Metro Psychological Services
Counseling and assessment services in Marietta, GA
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Providers

 

Providers

Dr. Lisa Korey, Psy.D., CCH, ASDCS, CIMHP
Clinical Director, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

  • Licensed Psychologist in the state of Georgia

  • Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Spanish with Honors from Georgia State University

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Georgia School of Professional Psychology

  • Doctoral Internship at Carroll County School District

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Assessment

  • Experienced in school, community mental health, university, and private practice settings

  • Extensive experience and expertise in psychological assessment of children and adults with ADHD/ADD, Autism , and Learning Disabilities

  • Specializes in Neurodiversity Affirming assessment and counseling of autistic adult women and men

  • Trained and experienced in Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) and Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised, ADI-R

  • Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist

  • Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider

  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

  • Member of Georgia Psychological Association (GPA)

  • Licensed for Online Telehealth Services in Arizona, Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin

  • Dr. Korey is an out-of-state telehealth provider for the state of FL: http://www.flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/


 

Dr. Bonnie Smith, Ph.D. Postdoctoral Fellow

  • Doctoral degree in School Psychology from the University of Tennessee

  • Predoctoral Internship at Munroe-Meyer Institute in Omaha, Nebraska

  • Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of

    Tennessee

  • Bachelor of Art degrees in Psychology and Elementary Exceptional Student

    Education from Flagler College

  • Specializes in Neurodiversity Affirming psychological assessments for a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges as well as autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, intellectual, and developmental disabilities

  • Trained and experienced in Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule,

    Second Edition (ADOS-2) and Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised (ADI-

    R)

  • Experienced in working with parents and families to utilize behavioral

    strategies to improve sleep, feeding, compliance, and problematic

    behaviors

  • Experienced in social skills building and transition planning for

    neurodivergent children and young adults

  • Experienced in utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to treat

    individuals with specific phobias and anxiety

  • Extensive knowledge of Response to Intervention (RTI)/Multi-Tiered

    System of Supports (MTSS), 504 Plan, and Individualized Education Plan

    (IEP) processes in schools, including consultation with teachers and school

    teams


 

Dr. Mackenzie Suttles, Ph.D., CRC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia

  • Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

  • Bachelors of Art in Rehabilitation Services and Disabilities Studies from Auburn University

  • Masters in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University

  • Doctorate in Counseling Education and Practice from Georgia State University

  • Experienced in school, community mental health, university and private practice settings

  • Specializes in counseling with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who are Neurodivergent, including ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, and Learning Disabilities

  • Trained in social skills building, career exploration and healthy relationships for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

  • Certified in PEERS® Social Skills Training program

  • Utilizes a creative and tailored approach including play-therapy, expressive-art interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness

  • Member of the National Council for Rehabilitation Education

  • Member of the American Counseling Association

  • Member of the Associate for Counselor Education and Supervision


 

Courtney Cheek, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia and Tennessee

  • Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Studio Art with Honors from Piedmont University

  • Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Georgia

  • Certificate in Marriage & Family Therapy

  • Graduate apprenticeship with the VA, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  • Experienced in acute care, school, community mental health, and private practice settings

  • Experienced in providing Trauma-informed care

  • Specializes in counseling children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD, autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder or other Impulse control disorders, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and life transitions

  • Trained in social skills building, PTSD and combat related support, ADHD and related behavioral issues, parental skills and conflict, and marriage and family therapy

  • Incorporates the following approaches as appropriate and tailored for each client: Strength Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior techniques (DBT), Reality Therapy, Family Systems, Attachment, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, and creative approaches to include play-therapy and expressive-art interventions.


 

Silas Wheeler, M.A. NCC, LAPC
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP) from Liberty University

  • Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Research and Counseling

  • Experienced in counseling and coaching individual adolescents, teens, and adults, and couples

  • Experienced working with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, Autism, ADHD, neurodivergence, lifestyle and career transitions, anger management, self-esteem, and with those who are feeling lost in life

  • Offers in-person and virtual sessions

  • Committed to providing a warm, empathetic, and supportive approach to therapy

  • Utilizes a holistic and integrative approach including Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Experienced with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills

  • Member of the American Counseling Association


 

Lizzy Wingate, Ed. S., M.S., NCC, LAPC
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor

  • Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and
    Nationally Certified Counselor

  • Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Bachelors of Arts in Sociology
    with Honors from the University of Georgia (UGA)

  • Masters in Education in Professional Counseling with Honors from the
    University of Georgia (UGA)

  • Specialist of Education Degree in School Counseling from Valdosta
    State University

  • Experienced in counseling children, adolescents, parents/families, and adults

  • Specializes in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, Conduct Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and Learning Disabilities

  • Certified School Counselor with years of experience in several Metro Atlanta school districts

  • Extensive knowledge and experience with the Response to Intervention (RTI)/Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), 504, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes in schools

  • Incorporates several evidence-based therapeutic approaches to meet
    the client's specific needs

  • Member of the American School Counseling Association

  • Member of the American Counseling Association


Allie Collins, M.S.

  • Associate Professional Counselor Eligible in the state of Georgia

  • Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University

  • Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Gender Studies from Middle Tennessee State University 

  • Experienced in school, community mental health, and private practice settings

  • Specializes in counseling children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, Autism, ADHD, relationship difficulties, and life transitions

  • Utilizes the following approaches tailored to each client and their individual needs: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Person-Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and creative approaches including play-therapy and expressive-art interventions

  • Member of Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia

  • Member of the American Counseling Association


 

Jazmin Eaves, M.Ed., ADHD-CCSP

ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider and Neurodevelopmental Coach

  • Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Oglethorpe University

  • Masters in Secondary Education from Johns Hopkins University

  • Teach for America Metro Atlanta Alumni

  • Tenured special education teacher and administrator

  • Experienced in supporting individuals who are neurodivergent, including ADHD, Autism, and Learning Disabilities

  • Experienced in providing executive function, ADHD and academic coaching

  • Utilizes an individualized and collaborative approach to enhance adaptive daily living skills and goal directed behavior

  • Member of the Leadership for Educational Equity organization


 

Julie A. O’Meara, Ed.S., LPC., Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Georgia

  • Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University

  • Certificate in School Counseling from the University of West Georgia

  • Specialist in Educational Leadership from Lincoln Memorial University

  • 28 years of experience as a School Counselor and Administrator in elementary, middle, and high schools in Cobb County and Marietta City School Districts

  • Experienced in providing counseling services in psychiatric hospitals and private practice

  • Specializes in providing counseling and work adjustment services to people with disabilities and to students, kindergarten through college, as well as adults and couples

  • Specializes in working with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, career transitions, ADHD, Autism, life challenges, and transitions

 

Jasmine Green, B.S. Practice Manager, Client Care Coordinator

  • Jasmine is the backbone of our practice. From your very first contact, she makes you feel welcomed, accepted, and safe. She works hard to create a warm and inviting environment whether you speak with her on the phone or via email — ensuring that every client feels valued and that their needs are being met

  • Jasmine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management from the Southern Illinois University

  • She brings a wealth of experience in client care as the former HR, Wellness, and Social Media Manager in a VA organization.