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Hello and welcome! I’m a ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) License in GA, MD, and North Dakota. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. I hold a master’s degree in nursing with specialized training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, as well as psychotherapy.

My practice focuses on treating a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, addiction recovery and perinatal mental health concerns. I integrate a client-centered approach that may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), supportive counseling, and lifestyle interventions alongside medication when appropriate.

I believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust, respect, and collaboration. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I’m here to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and a Christian Life Coach, I believe change is very possible. I have been a part of Atlanta’s professional community for over 28 years. My MS is from Mercer University (a CACREP approved school) with additional experience in intensive marriage and family from Piedmont Hospital. I interned with Kathy Steele, an expert on complex trauma, dissociation, and other related issues. I focus on person centered therapy and solution focused. I offer EMDR and Certified.

I love to assist clients to reach their goals big or small. All progress is important during therapy. My empathetic and non-judgemental attributes help clients feel comfortable and safe.

Hello! I'm so excited that you are here. Welcome to the start of something new! My name is Samaria Witherspoon, but I’m commonly known as Sam. I am an author, professor as well as the founder of Hidden to Healing, LLC providing individual, couples and family counseling to those that are struggling with trauma, anxiety, overall life satisfaction, depression, aggression, grief, substance abuse, and behavioral and emotional issues.

I’m dedicated to helping young adults and professionals feel more grounded, self-aware, and aligned in their lives and relationships. I’ll meet you where you are while helping you move toward growth with clarity and confidence.

It is my hope to assist children, teens and families toward healthy mind, body and spirit to allow for peace and joy in daily life and interactions. In my work in schools, treatment centers, and communities I have gathered experience in serving individuals working through anxiety, learning challenges, trauma, chronic disease and in healing as part of the adoption triad.

I believe my job as a therapist is to help tap into your most authentic self, and walk alongside you with whatever struggles there may be. My approach to therapy is direct, with the use of humor, analogies, and metaphors; I try to bring every thing together to help make sense in a world that can be confusing. Together we can tackle whatever difficult situation may be occurring in your life and get to the other side.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Florida, and Texas. My extensive clinical training has allowed me to work in many different settings including private practice, college campuses, jails, community-based agencies, and the entertainment industry.

I earned my doctorate in Advanced Clinical Social Work from The University of Alabama. I received my Master of Social Work degree from Clark Atlanta University and a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Florida. Using a client-centered approach, I empower individuals to enhance their mental well-being, overcome challenges, and live more fulfilling