Waikki L. Upshaw, EdD, LPC
Waikiki L. Upshaw is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Journalism. She joined the Army Reserves in 1990. While as a U.S. Army Reservist, she obtained her Masters in Guidance and Counseling from the State University of West Georgia. She earned a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Dr. Upshaw has over 20 years of experience working with children in the school setting. She has also worked with adolescents, adults and families through in-home counseling services. Dr. Upshaw’s experience also includes working with adults and couples in a community outpatient clinic providing individual and group therapy. Dr. Upshaw has a passion for helping others discover their strengths and work through difficult life situations.
Waikiki L. Upshaw is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Journalism. She joined the Army Reserves in 1990. While as a U.S. Army Reservist, she obtained her Masters in Guidance and Counseling from the State University of West Georgia. She earned a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Dr. Upshaw has over 20 years of experience working with children in the school setting. She has also worked with adolescents, adults and families through in-home counseling services. Dr. Upshaw’s experience also includes working with adults and couples in a community outpatient clinic providing individual and group therapy. Dr. Upshaw has a passion for helping others discover their strengths and work through difficult life situations.
Michelle Terry, LPC
Michelle Terry has over 20 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Ms. Terry also has experience with individuals on moderate to mild Autism Spectrum Disorder and particularly enjoy working with groups. She uses a variety of therapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Social Thinking, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Moral Recognition Therapy (MRT) and Expressive Arts.
Michelle Terry employs The Circles Curriculum to teach social/emotional boundaries to children and adolescents. Michelle also has experience with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Self-Harmful behaviors.
Angie Romero, LAPC
Angie Romero is a licensed associate professional counselor in the state of Georgia. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University. She has provided therapy to children, adolescents, individuals, and groups in a variety of settings, which include community mental health, in-home counseling, the judicial system, and private practice. With an extensive amount of experience working with children and adolescents with severe intellectual disabilities and their families. Angie uses empirically based cognitive-behavioral interventions to assist clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting issues, anger management, and substance use/abuse issues. She pulls from several different psychological theories including psychodynamic, humanistic, person-centered, and solution-focused while assisting clients in discovering their strengths while working through issues that affect their daily living and/or overall quality of life. Angie is a trauma-informed therapist who has experience with mandated clients struggling with substance issues and the legal system. She is also familiar with trauma-related assessments and have extensive knowledge in administering clinical evaluations to access mental health symptomology and substance use.
Angie Romero is a licensed associate professional counselor in the state of Georgia. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University. She has provided therapy to children, adolescents, individuals, and groups in a variety of settings, which include community mental health, in-home counseling, the judicial system, and private practice. With an extensive amount of experience working with children and adolescents with severe intellectual disabilities and their families. Angie uses empirically based cognitive-behavioral interventions to assist clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting issues, anger management, and substance use/abuse issues. She pulls from several different psychological theories including psychodynamic, humanistic, person-centered, and solution-focused while assisting clients in discovering their strengths while working through issues that affect their daily living and/or overall quality of life. Angie is a trauma-informed therapist who has experience with mandated clients struggling with substance issues and the legal system. She is also familiar with trauma-related assessments and have extensive knowledge in administering clinical evaluations to access mental health symptomology and substance use.
Mikayla Franklin, LAPC, NBCC
Mikayla Franklin is a licensed associate professional counselor in Georgia. She received her Master's from McNeese State where she majored in Psychology and Sociology. She has provided therapeutic services in residential facilities, various communities, schools, and outpatient facilities. Mikayla treats children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and ranges of concerns. As a military spouse, her passion is working with military families, helping them adjust to military life and overcoming the unique challenges that comes with the lifestyle. She also specializes in trauma recovery, early relational trauma, adult children of narcissistic parents, and self-esteem matters. In addition to her license, she holds several certifications. Mikayla utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy but often draws from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. Combining experience, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth approach to counseling. Mikayla effectively helps her clients address emotional and behavioral issues.
Mikayla Franklin is a licensed associate professional counselor in Georgia. She received her Master's from McNeese State where she majored in Psychology and Sociology. She has provided therapeutic services in residential facilities, various communities, schools, and outpatient facilities. Mikayla treats children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and ranges of concerns. As a military spouse, her passion is working with military families, helping them adjust to military life and overcoming the unique challenges that comes with the lifestyle. She also specializes in trauma recovery, early relational trauma, adult children of narcissistic parents, and self-esteem matters. In addition to her license, she holds several certifications. Mikayla utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy but often draws from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. Combining experience, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth approach to counseling. Mikayla effectively helps her clients address emotional and behavioral issues.
Ta'Shara Stanley, LAPC, NBCC
Ta'Shara Stanley is a licensed associate professional counseling in the state of Georgia. She graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ta’Shara has experience in treating anger, anxiety, self-identity crisis, substance abuse, and parent-child relationships. Ta’Shara’s therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, and Reality Therapy, where she seeks to change negative behaviors into positive behaviors, by empowering individuals to utilize healthy and effective coping skills to manage life stressors.
Ta'Shara's passion is to help strengthen the relationship between parent and child. Sometimes you and your child will have difficulty connecting. This disconnect coupled with the pressures of school can manifest in your teen through behaviors such as anger, anxiety, depression, self-identity crisis, and even self-harm. Together, with honesty, collaboration, and communication, we will use the therapeutic approach best suited for you to help achieve your goals. “Working through to become a better you!”
Ta'Shara Stanley is a licensed associate professional counseling in the state of Georgia. She graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ta’Shara has experience in treating anger, anxiety, self-identity crisis, substance abuse, and parent-child relationships. Ta’Shara’s therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, and Reality Therapy, where she seeks to change negative behaviors into positive behaviors, by empowering individuals to utilize healthy and effective coping skills to manage life stressors.
Ta'Shara's passion is to help strengthen the relationship between parent and child. Sometimes you and your child will have difficulty connecting. This disconnect coupled with the pressures of school can manifest in your teen through behaviors such as anger, anxiety, depression, self-identity crisis, and even self-harm. Together, with honesty, collaboration, and communication, we will use the therapeutic approach best suited for you to help achieve your goals. “Working through to become a better you!”
Tiffany White-Epps, LAPC, NBCC
Tiffany White-Epps is a licensed associate professional counseling in Georgia. Prior to becoming a therapist, Tiffany was a teacher for 13 years. Since becoming a therapist she has continued to work with children, adults and families reach their optimum level of life. She believes we all operate within our own unique system. Tiffany gives credence to listening and gaining clarity about your concerns as you journey towards a solution. As a child and family specialist, she takes the human approach in working with clients. You will be treated as I would like to be treated. Tiffany have worked with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, family issues, depression and grief. She has experience with play therapy and blend those techniques into traditional talk therapy. As a therapist, her goal is to partner with you to help you move through what's stifling you with being the best version of yourself.
Regina Clyburne, LAPC, NBCC
Regina is a licensed associate professional counseling in Georgia. She brings over 8 years of professional experience with an undergraduate in Human Relations and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has counseled and collaborate with diverse individuals and groups to promote optimum mental, emotional, and physical health with issues such as anxiety, anger, stress management, self-esteem, family, parenting, marital challenges, grief, substance abuse, and trauma. Receiving her certification in Prepare and Enrichment helps her navigate the complexities as she provided therapy with couples. Regina bring over 15 years of personal experience with advocacy and is passionate to assist everyone who desires to discover meaning and self-awareness to achieve it and live their best quality of life. As a therapist, Regina knows that therapy is a journey where one discovers meaning and strive to achieve self-awareness. She would like to assist you in navigating the journey.
Jennifer Timberlake, Master Level Intern
Jennifer Timberlake is working to obtain her master of arts in Counseling from Northwestern University. After obtaining her masters, Mrs. Timberlake plans to utilize psychodynamic therapy, paying attention to one's history and how it impacts one's present. Mrs. Timberlake has 10 years of experience working with children in a school setting, which she hopes to utilize as she strives to work with adolescents and emerging adults. She also has experience in grief peer support groups and hopes to utilize that experience in assisting those who are experiencing grief for a wide array of causes.
Jennifer Timberlake is working to obtain her master of arts in Counseling from Northwestern University. After obtaining her masters, Mrs. Timberlake plans to utilize psychodynamic therapy, paying attention to one's history and how it impacts one's present. Mrs. Timberlake has 10 years of experience working with children in a school setting, which she hopes to utilize as she strives to work with adolescents and emerging adults. She also has experience in grief peer support groups and hopes to utilize that experience in assisting those who are experiencing grief for a wide array of causes.
ValJean Whitlow, Ph.D, NBCC
Dr. Whitlow earned a B.A. degree in Psychology in 1986 and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Psychology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1989 and 1993, respectively. She is currently licensed to practice Psychology in Massachusetts and Georgia and is credentialed as a Health Service Provider by the National Register in Psychology. Dr. Whitlow holds certifications in Trauma Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Whitlow has worked extensively with First Responders (Fire, Police and EMT personnel) and has been affectionately dubbed “Doc V.” by her patients and colleagues. Dr. Whitlow has an extensive 25 year background in teaching and clinical practice, and her research publications are in the areas of Substance Abuse and its’ impact on children and families. Dr. Whitlow is single and runs a thriving Clinical practice in Alpharetta, Georgia treating children, couples and families.
Dr. Whitlow earned a B.A. degree in Psychology in 1986 and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Psychology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1989 and 1993, respectively. She is currently licensed to practice Psychology in Massachusetts and Georgia and is credentialed as a Health Service Provider by the National Register in Psychology. Dr. Whitlow holds certifications in Trauma Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Whitlow has worked extensively with First Responders (Fire, Police and EMT personnel) and has been affectionately dubbed “Doc V.” by her patients and colleagues. Dr. Whitlow has an extensive 25 year background in teaching and clinical practice, and her research publications are in the areas of Substance Abuse and its’ impact on children and families. Dr. Whitlow is single and runs a thriving Clinical practice in Alpharetta, Georgia treating children, couples and families.
