Business Details
Compassionate Mental Health Counseling in Watkinsville
At Stonegate Counseling Associates, we are committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care to individuals, couples, and families. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. We integrate clinically proven techniques with a client-centered approach, respecting each person's unique values and beliefs. Located in Watkinsville, Georgia, we serve Athens, Oconee County, and surrounding areas with specialized services including EMDR, couples therapy, and faith-informed counseling. Our practice emphasizes personalized care, utilizing diverse therapeutic modalities to meet clients where they are.With expertise in treating adolescents, college students, and adults, we create safe spaces for healing and growth. Our clinicians maintain rigorous professional standards while offering flexible scheduling and accessible care. We prioritize building trust through active listening, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional development. Whether addressing immediate concerns or pursuing long-term personal development, clients benefit from our commitment to holistic well-being. We stand ready to support your journey toward emotional health and relational harmony.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
EMDR Treatment
College Student Support
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Management
Premarital Counseling
ADHD Coaching
Grief Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of specialized mental health experience in Athens area
- Our therapists use evidence-based approaches like EMDR and Gottman Method
- Faith-informed counseling available with secular compatibility
- Specialized care for college students and adolescent transitions
- Licensed clinicians maintain strict ethical and professional standards
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health support for adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based techniques to foster personal growth and emotional resilience. Clients receive customized treatment plans focusing on practical solutions for lasting improvement.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for couples facing communication issues, marital conflict, or relationship transitions. We employ Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to strengthen emotional bonds and resolve conflicts constructively. Sessions focus on building trust and improving relational dynamics.
EMDR Treatment
Advanced trauma resolution using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, anxiety, and stuck emotional patterns. Therapists help clients process traumatic memories and develop healthier coping mechanisms for lasting recovery.
College Student Support
Targeted services addressing academic stress, mental health challenges, and life transitions for college students. Our approach combines executive functioning coaching with emotional support to improve academic performance and personal well-being through evidence-based interventions.
Family Counseling
Structured sessions addressing family communication issues, parenting challenges, and intergenerational conflicts. Therapists facilitate constructive dialogue to improve relationships and resolve behavioral issues. Our approach strengthens family systems while respecting individual needs and boundaries.
People
Thorn Winkler
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in sexual addiction recovery and couples counseling. With clinical expertise in trauma and relational conflicts, he provides evidence-based treatment for adults and adolescents.
Donna Helton
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering trauma-informed care using Brainspotting technique. Specializes in anxiety, perfectionism, and boundary issues for women and adolescents. Provides Spanish-integrated sessions when needed.
Taylor Mason
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor addressing anxiety, family conflict, and perinatal concerns. Utilizes evidence-based approaches for adults, adolescents, and families. Special focus on women's mental health and life transitions.
Alison Cooley
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist treating trauma, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns. Combines compassionate care with evidence-based methods for adults and couples seeking emotional healing and personal growth.
Hannah Bryant
Therapist
Master's level clinician specializing in adolescent mental health. Focuses on anxiety, depression, and academic stress for teens and young adults. Provides supportive, client-centered counseling grounded in relational healing.
Questions
What counseling specialties do you offer?
We specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, couples therapy, family counseling, EMDR treatment, and college student support using evidence-based approaches.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Use our online form to contact a specific therapist or request a counselor match. Office staff will assist with scheduling and fee information.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Payment options and sliding scale fees available upon request.
Are faith-based services mandatory?
Faith integration is optional. Our therapists respect diverse beliefs and provide secular counseling while offering spiritual exploration when requested.
What if I need immediate help?
For urgent mental health needs, please call our office at (706) 546-7550. We prioritize crisis situations and provide appropriate referrals when needed.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Telehealth availability varies by therapist. Contact individual clinicians to discuss remote counseling options and technical requirements.
