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Walena Bryant

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Georgia

In-network with

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and Cigna

Specializes in

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and Substance Use / Addiction

Great to meet you!

Walena Bryant is an LCSW and certified addiction counselor with over 25 years of providing behavioral health and addiction services. She works with adults,

children, adolescents, and families. Walena has provided treatment to those with ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood, addiction, sleep, and childhood disorders. She is experienced in CBT, DBT, trauma focused, anger management, mindfulness, and strength-based techniques.

Walena utilizes a person-centered and non-judgmental approach to addressing your needs and providing you with the skills needed to cope in your daily life. You are the expert on your life and Walena is looking forward to listening and providing support.

Walena began her behavioral health career in the United States Air Force providing counseling and support to her fellow Airmen. Her belief that everyone deserves to live their best life led her to further her education. Walena earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Oglethorpe University. She then obtained a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia.

When Walena is not scrapbooking, sewing or creating in her craft room, you can find her volunteering in her community, spending time with her friends or traveling.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I am committed to helping my child and adult clients learn and implement coping skills to improve their quality of life. My work centers around anger management, mindfulness, mood disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep issues, addiction, and strength-based techniques. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to help you reach your goals. You are the expert on your life; I would like to partner with you and provide support as you heal.

I am passionate about helping my clients

What you can expect from our first session

You will learn skills that you can incorporate into your daily life allowing you to become self-sufficient, self-aware, and confident.


Walena's style is

Open-minded
Creative
Empowering

Insurance carriers Walena accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna

More about Walena

MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Georgia
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Georgia)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Family Issues, Stress, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Grief, Loss, Women's Issues, and Trauma
Modalities: Trauma Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Behavior Modification

Location

5887 Glenridge Drive Suite 230
Sandy Springs, GA 30328