Our therapists offer play therapy in Alpharetta, GA

Hello, I'm Jessica Peterson, an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) at Thriveworks in Cumming, GA, supervised by Hannah Funderburk. I earned my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University and specialize in offering compassionate, evidence-based care to children, teens, and adults. I work with individuals facing anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, eating disorders, grief, and other life concerns. Whether you want to master practical self-regulation tools or simply need a safe space to be truly heard, I offer a warm, empathetic environment dedicated to helping you heal and move forward.

Therapy is a collaborative healing process—not a one-size-fits-all model. I draw from CBT, DBT, IFS, play therapy, sand tray therapy, and a variety of other therapies to meet you right where you are.  I help you uncover your strengths, develop realworld coping tools, and process past experiences so you can navigate life with better ease and clarity.

Reaching out for support takes immense courage, but you don't have to navigate this season by yourself. Whether you are seeking practical coping strategies or a compassionate place to process heavy moments, I am here to support you every step of the way. I invite you to take the first step toward regaining your footing and schedule your initial session.

Hi, I’m Quiseonna, a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationships, life transitions, and substance use. Therapy isn’t just about talking, it's also about those “ohhh, now that makes sense” moments. Together, we will explore the why behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building practical skills for real life change.

My approach is person centered and practical, using CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to help you understand patterns, manage emotions, and build skills you can actually use outside of therapy. Expect a supportive space where we can do the work, celebrate the wins, and turn those “aha!” moments into real life growth.

You don’t have to have all the answers before starting therapy. Sometimes showing up is the first step. Healing takes time, patience, understanding, and consistency, and I’m here to walk alongside you through the process. When you are ready, I would be honored to connect with you and take that next step together. You deserve a space to simply be you.

Shakaelah Fisher is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults. She specializes in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship challenges. Shakaelah’s therapeutic approach is client-centered and personalized, grounded in the belief that every person’s path to healing is unique. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered, and her goal is to tailor each session to meet individual needs while equipping clients with tools for lasting growth.

Shakaelah earned a Master’s in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Clayton State University. She integrates person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, and ART therapy techniques.

Shakaelah is passionate about walking alongside clients on their journey toward healing. She works to foster resilience, growth, and self-discovery, empowering clients to overcome challenges and build fulfilling lives. She looks forward to supporting you in taking the next step toward emotional well-being.

Lekisha Glenn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 10 years of experience. Mrs. Glenn has a genuine passion for working with people that dates back to her teen years when she volunteered to work with children in foster care. She has worked with children, young adults, adults, and families. Mrs. Glenn specializes in treating ADHD, anger management, anxiety, autism, depression, domestic violence, DMDD, grief, and adjustment disorders.

Mrs. Glenn completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a survivor of trauma, Mrs. Glenn is proof that is possible to have a tremendous capacity for growth, positive change, and movement towards health in the face of adversity. This, coupled with her professional experience allows her to create a warm, welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. She utilizes multiple treatment modalities ranging from Person-Centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), art therapy, motivational interviewing, talk therapy, and more.

"It's not the load that breaks you down, it's the way that you carry it." Lekisha is confident that she can provide a safe, non-judgmental space to present and process past and current stressors/trauma/concerns; This space allows room to identify root causes and develop skills to promote well-being. Lekisha is eager to support you through a journey of healing. If you are ready to embark on this journey and prepared to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

I’m a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience across schools, hospitals, community mental health, and research settings. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, identity exploration, life transitions, relationship concerns, and the ongoing impact of unresolved or overwhelming experiences. I help clients who are feeling disconnected from themselves or stuck in patterns understand how stress and past experiences affect both mind and body, while building practical tools that support nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and grounded decision-making over time.

I earned my Master of Science in mental health counseling from Georgia State University. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, somatic-aware, and relational therapy. 

Therapy is a collaborative process rooted in respect, curiosity, and care. I strive to create a space where you feel supported in exploring what matters most to you, at a pace that feels sustainable and empowering. If you’re considering therapy, you don’t have to have everything figured out to begin.