

Macon residents deserve accessible mental health care. Headway's 2,498 provider network across Downtown, Vineville, and surrounding areas offers flexible sessions with insurance support, helping you find the right fit for your needs without financial barriers.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, frustrated, or weighed down by self-doubt, you do not have to sort through it alone. For over 20 years, I have helped individuals, couples, and families work through anxiety, conflict, anger, and self-esteem challenges. I am an LCSW with an MSW from the University of Maryland at Baltimore, and I bring both skill and warmth to this work.
I believe everyone deserves a safe, supportive place to talk through life’s challenges. For the past 19 years, I have worked with individuals and families navigating difficult moments, helping them find clarity, healing, and renewed strength. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and I have a special passion for supporting people through grief and major life transitions.
Life can bring unexpected changes such as the loss of a loved one, relationship shifts, career changes, or other transitions that leave you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of the next step. My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you can process your experiences, feel truly heard, and begin to move forward at your own pace.
Throughout my career, I have supported clients facing grief, anxiety, stress, and life adjustments. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental environment where you can be yourself and feel supported as we work together toward healing and growth.
Hi, I’m Shanae Benito, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with support, compassion, and practical tools for change. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. My approach combines evidence-based practices including TF-MCBT (Trauma-Focused Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy) while creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and seen. I believe healing is not about having all the answer. It's about taking the next step forward together.
Hello there! I believe everyone faces challenges and obstacles at some point in their lives, experiences life transitions and/ or just struggle with day to day tasks. I am here to be of support, listen and help you navigate while providing tools you can use so the weight doesn’t feel unbearable and so you can be your best self. I have an integrative approach to therapy; combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy , Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief and Bereavement, and Motivational Interviewing. I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your needs.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHC) in Florida , Licensed Professional Counselor( LPC) in Missouri and Georgia, National Certified Counselor(NCC), Master’s Addiction Counselor ( MAC), past Trauma-Informed Instructor and Qualified Supervisor (QS) for the states of Florida and Missouri.
Hi, I’m Jessica Tarver, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist dedicated to helping individuals, youth, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and support. I have experience working with at-risk youth, families involved with systems such as DFCS and DJJ, and individuals facing trauma, anxiety, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions.
I am a seasoned therapist. I have lived in many parts of the US as well as overseas. I work best with clients who demonstrate insight into their issues and want to change. I see myself as the copilot on your path to transformation.
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Hello, I’m Channa Rochester, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being. With over a decade of experience in healthcare and mental health settings, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood changes, or life stressors. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward better mental health.
Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked for many years as a psychiatric mental health nurse, where I gained extensive experience supporting individuals in inpatient, outpatient, crisis, and community mental health settings. These experiences helped shape my compassionate and patient-centered approach to care and strengthened my commitment to helping individuals improve their mental wellness
I have been practicing for over 10 years. Therapy and helping others is my purpose.
Hi, I’m Salena Barnes, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric medication management. I have seven years of experience caring for individuals of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
My experience in both family practice and mental health allows me to look at the whole person—not just symptoms—when creating a treatment plan. I take time to understand your concerns, goals, and unique life circumstances so we can develop a plan that is personalized, safe, and effective.
I am committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and welcoming environment. I believe every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and respected. My goal is to work alongside you, offering guidance and evidence-based treatment to help you feel your best and move forward with confidence.


Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding the right therapist in Macon starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider whether you need support for a specific concern — such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges — or whether you're looking for general mental health care. Providers in the Macon area include licensed professional counselors (LPCs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), marriage and family therapists (LMFTs), psychologists, and psychiatrists who can prescribe medication. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach, specialties, and style before you reach out.
Macon and the surrounding Middle Georgia area — including Warner Robins, Byron, and Perry — have both in-person and virtual providers available. Virtual sessions with a Georgia-licensed provider can be a convenient option if you have a busy schedule or limited transportation. When comparing providers, look at their areas of focus, the types of therapy they offer (such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care), and whether they accept your insurance plan.
Therapy in Macon can be expensive without coverage, but using in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay per session. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan, provider, and location.
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