Atlanta is the largest city in the Southeast and a major economic hub where residents contend with the mental health impacts of urban stress, community violence, economic inequality, and a rapidly growing population navigating displacement and gentrification. The city’s large Black community has driven significant growth in culturally responsive, antiracist, and identity-affirming trauma care from practitioners who understand the specific stressors of racial trauma and historical oppression.
1. Time Wellness
Founded: Established practice
Phone: (404) 856-3426
Website: https://timewellnessga.com
Address: 1900 Century Pl NE, Suite 250, Atlanta, GA 30345
Service Area: Atlanta and surrounding areas; additional locations in Georgia and Tennessee
Specializations: Trauma, PTSD, EMDR, Anxiety, Depression, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Credentials: Licensed therapist; EMDR trained; multidisciplinary clinical team
Insurance: Contact provider for insurance details; insurance verification available
Practice Size: Group practice
Fee Structure: Contact for session rates; sliding scale may be available
Time Wellness offers EMDR therapy in Atlanta, Georgia to help those recover from the effects of trauma and painful memories. Their Atlanta Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides intensive treatment while allowing clients to return home each evening, integrating EMDR with other evidence-based approaches for clients who need more support than weekly therapy.
2. Evolve Trauma Therapy Atlanta
Founded: 2020
Phone: (404) 436-2207
Website: evolvebehavioralpsych.com
Address: Atlanta, GA (contact provider for office address; primarily telehealth)
Service Area: Atlanta and throughout Georgia; telehealth available across multiple states via PSYPACT
Specializations: Trauma, PTSD, EMDR, Health Psychology, Psycho-Oncology, Cancer and Medical Illness, Women’s Health, Grief, Anxiety, Depression
Credentials: Clinical Psychologist (Psy.D), Health Psychology fellowship; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), EMDR trained; PSYPACT licensed for multistate telehealth
Insurance: Contact provider for insurance details
Practice Size: Group practice
Fee Structure: Contact for session rates; sliding scale may be available
Evolve Health Psychology is a specialized health psychology practice in Atlanta founded by Dr. Rachel Feit, Psy.D, focusing on the intersection of mind and body. The practice offers trauma therapy and EMDR through a licensed clinical social worker, alongside Dr. Feit’s expertise in psycho-oncology, women’s health, grief, and medical illness. Evolve Health holds a PSYPACT license and provides telehealth across numerous states in addition to in-person sessions in Atlanta.
3. Living Transformations
Founded: Established practice
Phone: (678) 403-2985
Website: https://lt-counseling.com
Address: 730 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 570, Atlanta, GA 30308
Service Area: Atlanta and across Georgia; telehealth available statewide
Specializations: Trauma, PTSD, TF-CBT, Anxiety, Depression, Child and Adolescent Therapy
Credentials: Licensed therapist; TF-CBT trained
Insurance: Contact provider for insurance details
Practice Size: Private practice
Fee Structure: Contact for session rates; sliding scale may be available
Living Transformations is a therapy practice located in midtown Atlanta that works with children, teens, and adults to safely process painful memories and learn new coping strategies. The practice offers both in-person sessions in Atlanta and virtual therapy for clients across Georgia.
State Licensing Information
In Georgia, mental health providers are licensed by the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists, which oversees Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) designations. EMDR is a post-graduate specialty certification through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) and is not a separate licensure category under Georgia law. Consumers can verify a provider’s current license status through the Georgia Secretary of State’s professional licensing portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there trauma therapists in Atlanta who specialize in racial and cultural trauma?
Yes, Atlanta has a growing network of therapists who specialize in racial trauma, culturally responsive care, and identity-affirming approaches for BIPOC clients. Many Atlanta therapists have publicly stated their commitment to antiracist and multicultural frameworks in their practice descriptions, and searching directories with cultural specialty filters can help identify them.
What trauma resources are available for Atlanta’s unhoused population?
Atlanta has several nonprofit organizations and community mental health centers that provide trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing homelessness, including organizations operating in the downtown corridor. Contact the Fulton County Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities for referrals to publicly funded services.
Is EMDR covered by insurance in Georgia?
EMDR sessions are typically billed under standard therapy billing codes, and coverage depends on your specific insurance plan. Most commercial insurance plans that cover mental health services will reimburse EMDR sessions delivered by licensed therapists. Contact your insurance provider to confirm your mental health benefits before beginning treatment.
Are intensive trauma therapy options available in Atlanta?
Yes, some Atlanta-area providers including Time Wellness offer Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for clients who need more structured support than weekly outpatient therapy. EMDR intensives are also offered by some private practices in the metro area.
How do I verify that an Atlanta therapist is properly licensed?
You can verify any Georgia therapist’s license through the Georgia Secretary of State’s online professional license lookup. You should also ask directly about their training in trauma-specific modalities such as EMDR or TF-CBT, and whether their credentials have been verified by EMDRIA or another professional body.
Verification Note
Provider details such as phone numbers, addresses, and credentials were compiled from publicly available sources and may have changed since publication. Readers are strongly encouraged to verify all contact information and current availability directly via each provider’s official website before scheduling services. Licensing status can be confirmed through the respective state licensing board, and EMDR certification can be verified through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) at https://www.emdria.org.
Disclaimer
The trauma therapy providers listed on this page represent a selection of practitioners and practices operating in the Atlanta area. Each provider’s details, including addresses, phone numbers, specializations, and background information, are based on publicly available data verified at the time of publication. Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or clinical referral. This directory is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Individuals seeking trauma therapy should conduct their own research, verify current licensing and credentials, confirm insurance acceptance, and consult with providers directly to determine the best fit for their specific needs.