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ABOUT US

A New Direction Youth & Family Counseling Services, LLC, was established in 2011 in response to the need for child and adolescent counselors in the Metro Atlanta area. The practice has grown exponentially over the years to include clients from ages 3 to 99. So while the name may still reflect the humble beginnings of the business, we are proud to serve adults, youth and their families. COVID-19 and the ensuing challenges have increased couples’ visits, and our team has readily served many couples during the pandemic.

A New Direction Youth & Family Counseling Services, LLC is committed to creating a therapeutic alliance with you to find healing and live optimally. We are convinced that wellness and wholeness are both possible for you. Our team is dedicated to providing high quality counseling services that are strengths-based in order to help you thrive. We welcome you to go on a journey into your new direction with us.

SERVICES

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Individual Counseling

Making meaning of your feelings can seem difficult. However, you don’t have to be alone in this process. We can help you navigate life’s changes and equip you with the tools needed to live a harmonious life.

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Group Counseling

Group counseling is a unique opportunity to connect with others in a confidential manner to share similar life challenges and process them with group members and a trained professional who facilitates the experience. The group setting is beneficial because it allows you to give and receive feedback and encouragement in a safe space with those who may share the same therapeutic goals.

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Couples Counseling

Are you seeking to improve your relationship? While relationships can be complicated, counseling can help give you the tools to communicate effectively and connect on a deeper level. We offer counseling for all types of relationships to help you reach your goals of working well together.

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Counselor Supervision

A Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (state of Georgia) can offer supervision to Master’s Level students and graduates seeking to obtain professional licensure.

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Family Counseling

Family counseling helps every member in the family develop cohesion withing the familial unit. In family counseling, everyone has a voice and is a part of the solution. Some families discover negative patterns and find ways to positively interact with one another. The therapist can help the entire family to understand how they are communicating and relating. It is not about how many people are present within the session, but rather every family member is working toward healing and moving forward.

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Speaking Engagements

Dr. Tillman is available to speak at your next virtual or in-person (socially safe) event. She has presented to places of worship, foster parent alliances, governmental agencies, sororities and more on various topics to include Grief and Loss, Trauma, Helping Children to Thrive during a Pandemic, Caregiver Stress Management, and many more. Your audience will be enlightened and enriched by Dr. Tillman’s interactive sessions that can be tailored to your needs.

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Community Speaking Engagements

Dr. Tillman is available to speak at your next virtual or in-person (socially safe) event. She has presented to places of worship, foster parent alliances, governmental agencies, sororities and more on various topics to include Grief and Loss, Trauma, Helping Children to Thrive during a Pandemic, Caregiver Stress Management, and many more. Your audience will be enlightened and enriched by Dr. Tillman’s interactive sessions that can be tailored to your needs.

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Workshops

Workshops are available throughout the year on various topics. These workshops range from 1 hour to half day (4 hours) and broach various relevant mental health and personal development topics throughout the year. Workshops can be provided virtually and in-person (socially safe). All workshop materials are provided and a question-and-answer session follows each workshop. Workshop topics and materials can be developed to tailor your needs upon request.

About Me

Dr. Felicia Tillman, NCC, LPC, CPCS

Thank you for your inquiry into counseling. I am Dr. Felicia Tillman, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor.

My goal is to empower you to experience therapeutic healing in your life. My approach is collaborative, nonjudgmental, culture-affirming and innovative. I utilize Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and other treatment modalities to promote emotional well-being. Specializing in trauma/abuse, educational stress, body image issues, abrupt changes/major life transitions, grief/loss, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, parenting styles, substance use disorders, and working with survivors of human trafficking, I am prepared to help you to adjust and cope during these trying times. I am an advocate for self-care, especially if you are experiencing vicarious trauma. I look forward to working with you to become your best self and eagerly await your visit!

Testimonials

What People Are Saying...

“I sought Dr. Tillman out because of her specialty with self-image issues. I am grateful for her professional help, which was integral for my personal growth. I now know my worth and show up in the world knowing my purpose and walking in it boldly.”

“I had never been to therapy before and was very nervous about it. Dr. Tillman had a way about herself that made me feel safe and heard during the first session. She was professional, yet relatable and that’s what I needed.”

“Dr. Tillman worked with my child in her office using play therapy techniques. I am grateful for the improvements in behavior that my child experienced while having visits. She works with the parents as well to help us understand our children. Thank you.”

“My anxiety was taking over my life. I came to therapy and learned actionable ways to cope. Now I may have anxiety, but anxiety does NOT have me!”

These testimonials have been posted with the express consent of the clients. Names have been withheld to maintain confidentiality.