Jeanine Rousso, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Jeanine is the Clinical Director at Intown Family Therapy. After growing up in Montgomery, AL, Jeanine received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Clemson University. She earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Georgia State University. Jeanine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (#007061) in the state of Georgia, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in Georgia.
With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, Jeanine is no stranger to the difficulties of growing up. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient clinics, and community based organizations. Jeanine worked for Atlanta Public Schools for almost six years, so she is familiar with working with schools to best support all students. She works with children and families struggling with a variety of issues including anger, anxiety, depression, developmental and learning disabilities, low self esteem, social skills, divorce and family transition, grief and loss, mood disorders, and other behavioral issues. She uses a combination of play therapy and skill building to give children and parents a toolbox to better cope with struggles they face. Jeanine sees clients through online sessions and in her office in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Email Jeanine or call her directly at 404-919-9975 to help you find the right fit for you and your family.
Jeanine is the Clinical Director at Intown Family Therapy. After growing up in Montgomery, AL, Jeanine received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Clemson University. She earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Georgia State University. Jeanine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (#007061) in the state of Georgia, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in Georgia.
With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, Jeanine is no stranger to the difficulties of growing up. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient clinics, and community based organizations. Jeanine worked for Atlanta Public Schools for almost six years, so she is familiar with working with schools to best support all students. She works with children and families struggling with a variety of issues including anger, anxiety, depression, developmental and learning disabilities, low self esteem, social skills, divorce and family transition, grief and loss, mood disorders, and other behavioral issues. She uses a combination of play therapy and skill building to give children and parents a toolbox to better cope with struggles they face. Jeanine sees clients through online sessions and in her office in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Email Jeanine or call her directly at 404-919-9975 to help you find the right fit for you and your family.
Gwendolyn McDowell, LPC, NCC
Gwendolyn has 20 years of diverse experience working with inpatient and outpatient programs, private practice, EAP's, forensic and academic settings. As a native of Atlanta, she received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Spelman College and earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of West Georgia. After to moving to Los Angeles, where she lived for 13 years, Gwendolyn obtained a Master’s degree in Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Moreover, she is a certified school counselor, wife and proud mother of an active 11 year old son.
As a parent and education advocate, Gwendolyn is passionate about working with children and adolescents and can help your child identify more effective responses to stressors. She also enjoys working with adults who are experiencing life transitions (marriage, divorce, parenting, career, etc...) by integrating cognitive behavior and person centered approaches that fit each client's needs to achieve greater fulfillment in life. Everyone's journey is unique and filled with happiness and triumphs alongside sadness and challenges. While life's experiences can be roadblocks, Gwendolyn believes everyone has the capacity for growth. By establishing a trusting relationship, Gwendolyn is here to help you or your loved one explore paths to insight and change. Email Gwendolyn or call her directly at 404-969-5213 to schedule an appointment.
Gwendolyn has 20 years of diverse experience working with inpatient and outpatient programs, private practice, EAP's, forensic and academic settings. As a native of Atlanta, she received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Spelman College and earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of West Georgia. After to moving to Los Angeles, where she lived for 13 years, Gwendolyn obtained a Master’s degree in Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Moreover, she is a certified school counselor, wife and proud mother of an active 11 year old son.
As a parent and education advocate, Gwendolyn is passionate about working with children and adolescents and can help your child identify more effective responses to stressors. She also enjoys working with adults who are experiencing life transitions (marriage, divorce, parenting, career, etc...) by integrating cognitive behavior and person centered approaches that fit each client's needs to achieve greater fulfillment in life. Everyone's journey is unique and filled with happiness and triumphs alongside sadness and challenges. While life's experiences can be roadblocks, Gwendolyn believes everyone has the capacity for growth. By establishing a trusting relationship, Gwendolyn is here to help you or your loved one explore paths to insight and change. Email Gwendolyn or call her directly at 404-969-5213 to schedule an appointment.
Lauren Nichols, APC, NCC, MDiv
Lauren is an Associate Professional Counselor who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and caregivers. She was raised in Houston, TX but pursued higher education in the Southeast. Lauren earned her Bachelor degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University. In addition, she obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Lauren also holds a Master of Divinity from Emory University. She is deeply committed to respecting the unique needs and beliefs of her clients. Lauren will explore spiritual matters with clients who introduce the topic and find it important for their personal growth and well-being.
Lauren has experience providing support to families in a variety of contexts such as an inpatient and outpatient pediatric hospital, a child advocacy center, and various nonprofit organizations. Lauren believes play therapy is the best therapeutic intervention for children and likewise incorporates creative interventions into counseling with adolescents. Lauren strives to create a safe environment in which her clients are able to fully express themselves and acquire new skills to better cope with presenting issues such as grief, trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, unhelpful behaviors, life transitions, and coping with long-term illness. Lauren is under the direction of of Jeanine Rousso, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS and supervision of Emily Green, LPC, RPT-S. Email Lauren or call her directly at 404-275-4103 to schedule an appointment.
Lauren is an Associate Professional Counselor who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and caregivers. She was raised in Houston, TX but pursued higher education in the Southeast. Lauren earned her Bachelor degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University. In addition, she obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Lauren also holds a Master of Divinity from Emory University. She is deeply committed to respecting the unique needs and beliefs of her clients. Lauren will explore spiritual matters with clients who introduce the topic and find it important for their personal growth and well-being.
Lauren has experience providing support to families in a variety of contexts such as an inpatient and outpatient pediatric hospital, a child advocacy center, and various nonprofit organizations. Lauren believes play therapy is the best therapeutic intervention for children and likewise incorporates creative interventions into counseling with adolescents. Lauren strives to create a safe environment in which her clients are able to fully express themselves and acquire new skills to better cope with presenting issues such as grief, trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, unhelpful behaviors, life transitions, and coping with long-term illness. Lauren is under the direction of of Jeanine Rousso, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS and supervision of Emily Green, LPC, RPT-S. Email Lauren or call her directly at 404-275-4103 to schedule an appointment.
Charla Weatherby, LPC, BC-DMT
Charla recently moved to the Atlanta area after living and working as a counselor in Chicago over the last 14 years. Charla received a Bachelor of Arts from Boston University. She holds a Master of Arts in Dance/Movement Therapy & Counseling from Columbia College Chicago. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Charla is also a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT).
Charla has over 10 years of experience working with individuals and groups in a variety of treatment settings including outpatient mental health clinics, residential settings, and in the private practice office setting. Charla works with adults dealing with a variety of issues including chronic mental illness diagnoses, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma related issues. Charla works from a strength based and holistic approach, focusing on the whole self- mind, body and spirit. In addition to verbal therapy, Charla also uses dance/movement therapy in her counseling practice. It can often be difficult to use words to describe our emotions and experiences. Dance/movement therapy techniques can be utilized to assist with accessing emotions and experiences. Email Charla or call her directly at 470-231-8107 to schedule an appointment.
Charla recently moved to the Atlanta area after living and working as a counselor in Chicago over the last 14 years. Charla received a Bachelor of Arts from Boston University. She holds a Master of Arts in Dance/Movement Therapy & Counseling from Columbia College Chicago. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Charla is also a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT).
Charla has over 10 years of experience working with individuals and groups in a variety of treatment settings including outpatient mental health clinics, residential settings, and in the private practice office setting. Charla works with adults dealing with a variety of issues including chronic mental illness diagnoses, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma related issues. Charla works from a strength based and holistic approach, focusing on the whole self- mind, body and spirit. In addition to verbal therapy, Charla also uses dance/movement therapy in her counseling practice. It can often be difficult to use words to describe our emotions and experiences. Dance/movement therapy techniques can be utilized to assist with accessing emotions and experiences. Email Charla or call her directly at 470-231-8107 to schedule an appointment.
Intown Family Therapy
464 Cherokee Avenue SE, Suite 202, Atlanta, GA 30312
404-919-9975
464 Cherokee Avenue SE, Suite 202, Atlanta, GA 30312
404-919-9975
