Brian Harris

I am a native of Rome, GA, and I am enthusiastic to work with individuals in Northwest Georgia and throughout the state. I’m convinced that this work takes both a formal education AND lived experience with life-challenges. Throughout my twenties, I worked in the Atlanta restaurant industry, and this helped shape an approach to counseling that is authentic, relevant, and pragmatic. Throughout my thirties, I studied Humanistic Psychology at the University of West Georgia earning both bachelor’s and master’s degrees. My studies formulated and solidified a perspective of counseling that is supported and propelled by psychological theory and philosophical inquiry. I simultaneously found meaningful work at a homeless shelter, where I learned that all people have far more in common than we often assume. In short, we might better understand ourselves as brothers and sisters than the proscribed social assignments placed upon us.

I’ve been lucky to work with people from all walks of life in the restaurant industry, in college, at shelters, and now in clinical counseling. I find people to be unique and varied, while simultaneously archetypal and overlapping. Narrowing down people to diagnoses or simple descriptive terms feels like it can inhibit therapeutic work more than it helps, and therefore I’m resistant to connecting on those terms. I’m not hoping to work with mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, trauma, difficult life-changes, etc. – I’m hoping to work with you.

I specialize in Humanistic-Existential Psychotherapy, walking with individuals on their journey to personal growth through the alignment of choices and intention to deeper contentment, and more fulfilling relationships with themselves, others, and the world. Whether you're facing a specific challenge or seeking broader changes in your life, I am here to help you explore, understand, and overcome the barriers to psychological and emotional well-being.

My approach is dynamic and compassionate and built around the idea of talking with instead of talking to. I'm convinced that we can learn if we can listen - not just to words, but to the experiences, fears, and hopes that shape our life.

Together, we can take a look at what’s worked for you and what’s worked against you (sometimes they’re more similar than you think). We’ll examine what’s pulling you forward towards growth and what's holding you back or perhaps blocking the path. We’ll work to strengthen your natural capacity for self-efficacy, resilience, and change. I offer personalized therapy and support that puts you at the center and reflects your unique circumstances.

In our initial sessions, expect open, non-judgmental curiosity—questions, trust-building, and insights into your current situation that will bring clarity and hope. You can expect a space that is collaborative and safe, where you are encouraged to find your own path forward.