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Trusted Catholic Christian Counseling in Suwanee, GA
Holy Family Counseling Center is a dedicated team of Catholic counseling professionals committed to providing compassionate, faith-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. With diverse backgrounds and specialized training, our clinicians prioritize holistic healing rooted in Catholic Christian values while respecting clients' personal belief systems. We offer services for individual therapy, couples counseling, family dynamics, grief support, and specialized programs for teens, young adults, and clergy.Our mission emphasizes the dignity of every person, the sanctity of marriage, and the importance of family unity. We maintain offices across Metro Atlanta and provide online services in North and South Carolina, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of clients seeking faith-integrated mental health support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Grief Counseling
Parenting Support
Teen Counseling
Young Adult Counseling
Clergy Counseling
Marriage Enrichment
Anxiety Management
Highlights and features
- We offer Catholic Christian counseling respecting clients' personal value systems
- Our team includes bilingual therapists and specialists in multiple disciplines
- We implement a family systems approach seasoned by Catholic faith principles
- Financial assistance available through partnerships with St. Vincent de Paul
- Services available in-person across Metro Atlanta and online in NC/SC
Associations and certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
What people say
Great staff
Clear and supportive help
Catholic identity
Highly recommend
Transformative experience
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions help clients navigate personal challenges while honoring their faith journey. Therapists work with clients to address mental health concerns, life transitions, and spiritual growth. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies while maintaining respect for personal values and beliefs.
Couples Therapy
Catholic Christian marriage counseling addresses relationship challenges through both clinical techniques and faith-based principles. Our therapists help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their spiritual connection. Sessions combine individual and joint sessions to address relationship dynamics comprehensively.
Family Counseling
Family therapy sessions address relational dynamics and communication patterns within households. Our approach considers both psychological principles and Catholic teachings on family unity. Therapists work with all family members to create healthier interactions and resolve intergenerational conflicts while respecting each person's dignity.
Grief Counseling
Specialized grief counseling helps clients process loss through both psychological frameworks and Catholic spiritual traditions. Therapists provide compassionate support for those navigating bereavement, life transitions, or existential crises while integrating faith-based coping mechanisms.
Teen Counseling
Our teen counseling services address unique challenges faced by adolescents, including identity formation and social pressures. Therapists work with both teens and parents to improve communication and develop healthy coping strategies. The approach integrates Catholic values with contemporary adolescent psychology.
People
Rosemary de Olano
Executive Director
With extensive leadership experience in Catholic counseling, Rosemary oversees our mission-driven operations. She ensures our services maintain both clinical excellence and faith-based integrity while expanding accessibility to those in need.
Peter Attridge
Clinical Director
As Clinical Director, Peter provides professional oversight for our therapeutic services. A licensed marriage and family therapist with AAMFT supervision credentials, he ensures clinical excellence across all counseling programs and locations.
Sandra H. McKay
Founder
Sandra established Holy Family Counseling Center with a vision for faith-integrated mental health care. Her leadership shaped our approach combining Catholic values with evidence-based practices to create transformative therapeutic experiences for individuals and families.
Friar Santo Cricchio
Therapist
A bilingual therapist and ordained Franciscan friar, Santo brings unique spiritual and clinical perspectives. His LCSW credentials and Spanish language proficiency expand our capacity to serve diverse client populations with cultural sensitivity.
Paige Brown
Intake Coordinator
Paige manages initial client connections and administrative operations. With a background in counseling support services, she ensures smooth access to care while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards throughout the intake process.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as out-of-network providers. Clients receive documentation for potential reimbursement. Check with your insurance company about out-of-network mental health benefits and coverage details.
What if I need emergency help?
For mental health emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Our regular services don't include crisis intervention but we can connect you with appropriate resources.
What happens in first sessions?
Initial sessions focus on building rapport, discussing concerns, and establishing goals. Therapists gather background information while clients can ask questions about the therapeutic process and approach.
Are payment plans available?
We offer financial assistance through the Counseling Assistance Fund and flexible scheduling options. Contact our office to discuss individual needs and available support programs.
Do you offer online counseling?
Yes, we provide telehealth services in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Online sessions maintain the same faith-based approach and confidentiality as in-person appointments.
