About Us
At The Comfy Place we have one goal: to create a therapeutic space for ALL to heal.
Our goal is to create a truly comfortable space for all people: regardless of whether you are a child or adult, regardless of the struggles you may have now or have experienced in the past – you are welcome here.
We believe that, done right, therapy doesn’t have to be scary. You can actually heal and enjoy yourself at the same time!
As your therapist, it’s our role to guide you and, when you need it, to challenge you too. All of the therapists here at The Comfy Place are committed to doing whatever it takes for each person who comes to us to get exactly the kind of help that works best for them. Whether you are a child, a teen, or an adult, we’re here for you! So, if one client needs to get up and do some Yoga – we’ll do it! If another needs to play with playdough while we talk – that’s great – we’ll do that too!
Therapy here isn’t a one-size-fits-all endeavour. This is a place where you can come as you are, be greeted with open arms, and then get whatever kind of help YOU need to maximize your healing and your growth.
Choosing the right therapist is important. It’s a relationship unlike any other. Not every client and therapist are going to be a good fit to work together, so at The Comfy Place we aim to help our clients get the best fit. Whether your a child, an adult, or even a couple, our goal is to connect you to a therapist who will truly get you. We invite you to read our therapists’ profiles and explore if one of us may be a good fit for you or your child. Our diverse group of highly dedicated and passionate therapists possess a wide range of expertise and therapeutic experience. Our therapists use evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches to deliver individualized care. We are all committed to providing culturally-responsive and inclusive services that empower our clients and help them move toward living a healthier and happier life.
You deserve to work with a great therapist who really gets you!!!
meet our team
Lisa Ibekwe, LCSW, LICSW, CAMSII
(she/her)
**Not accepting new Georgia clients**
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Autism, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Gender and Sexuality Identity/Exploration, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Birth to Young Adulthood; 2+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting (BSP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Sandtray Therapy (ICST)
Locations: virtual only for Georgia, Massachusetts, Florida, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, South Carolina, Illinois, Utah, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
Private pay only at this time.
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Macon Office
Andrea North, LCSW, LICSW
(she/her)
**Yo hablo espanol**
Specialties: Bilingual (Spanish/English) Therapy, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Family/Relationship Conflicts, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity, Latinx Mental Health
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults; 6+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trained (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Locations: in-person for Macon, Georgia; virtual for Georgia, virtual only for Connecticut and Florida
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at andrea@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Samantha Dunn, LMSW
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Family/Relationship Conflicts, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults; 5+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trained (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Macon, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at samantha@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Kelli Burns, LMSW
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Veterans and Military Family Issues, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Family/Relationship Conflicts, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Preteens, Teens, Young Adults, Adults, and Older Adults; 10+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Somatic Therapy Approaches, Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Macon, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at kelli@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Hiram Office
Nicole Soto, MSW, LMSW
(she/her)
**Yo hablo espanol**
Specialties: Bilingual (Spanish/English) Therapy, Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity, Latinx Mental Health
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults; 5+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy
Locations: in-person for Hiram, Georgia; virtual for Georgia, virtual only for New York
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
LaMuntra "Monie" Richardson
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, Children of Divorce, Relationship Concerns, LGBTQ+ Concerns, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Children, Teens, Young Adults, Adults; 8+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Christian Counseling, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy
Locations: Hiram, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at lamuntra@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Jennifer Cabarcas, MS
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Family/Relationship Conflicts, College Student Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults; 6+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trained (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Hiram, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at jennifer@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Alpharetta Office
Jaelyn Quaye, MFT
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Interpersonal Relationships, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Premarital Counseling, Couples/Relationship Counseling, Family Systems, Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Athlete Mental Health, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity
Ages: Preteens, Teens, Young Adults, Adults; 12+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Based Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Filial Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: in-person for Alpharetta and Hiram, Georgia; virtual for Georgia; virtual only for Alabama (pending)
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at jaelyn@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Blair Holleman, MSW, LMSW
(they/them)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Life Transitions, Depression, ADHD, Neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Gender and Sexuality Identity/Exploration, Trans and Non-Binary Related Concerns, College Student Mental Health, Non-Monogamy and Polyamory
Ages: Preteens, Teens, Young Adults, Adults; 10+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Hypnotherapy trained, Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework
Locations: Alpharetta, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at blair@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Kaitlyn Soroko, MS
(she/her)
**On leave till late 2024**
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self Esteem, Family Conflicts, Domestic Violence, Life Transitions, ADHD, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns
Ages: Toddlers, Children, Preteens, Teens; 2+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person Centered Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
Locations: in-person for Alpharetta, Georgia; virtual only for South Carolina (pending)
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at kaitlyn@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Savannah Office
Natalie Dowd, LLMSW
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress, Self-Esteem, Depression, Life Transitions, ADHD, Anger Management, School Issues, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, College Student Mental Health, and Body Image Issues
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, Young Adults, Adults; 10+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Savannah, GA; virtual only for Georgia and Michigan
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at natalie@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Interns
Keana Bazemore
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Parenting/Coparenting Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Racial, Ethnic and Cultural Identity, Family Conflicts, LGBTQ+ Concerns
Ages: Children, Preteens, and Teens; 3+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Alpharetta, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Riley Halverson
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns
Ages: Children, Preteens, and Teens; 3+
Modalities: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Alpharetta, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
April Smith
(she/her)
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, ADHD, Social Skills, Behavioral Issues, School Issues, Children of Divorce, LGBTQ+ Concerns
Ages: Children, Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults; 3+
Modalities: Play Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy
Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Hiram, Georgia and Virtual
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Tamia Jackson
(she/her)
Specialties: Social Work, Case Management
Ages: All ages served
Types of Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Macon, Georgia
I do not see clients independently, however I am here to assist if you need any support finding a referral or with any case management needs. Feel free to contact me at intern@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Veronica Dell'Orto
(she/her)
Specialties: Speaks Italian, ADHD, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills
Ages: Children and Teens
Types of Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Motivational Interviewing
Locations: Macon, Georgia
I do not see clients independently, however I am here to assist if you need any support finding a referral or with any case management needs. Feel free to contact me at intern@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Coaches
Ike Nduka
(he/him)
Specialties: Life Coaching, Interpersonal Relationship Coach
Ages: Young Adults and Adults
Modalities: Solution Focused Approaches
Locations: Virtual only
If you feel that I would be a good fit, please feel free to contact me at info@thecomfyplacellc.com.
Administrative Staff
Tony Martin
Operations Supervisor
Shasta Rhodes
Marketing and Community Outreach Manager
Chrystalia Isaac
Administrative Assistant
Sameer Tahir
Billing Specialist
Marie Torres
Client Experience Coordinator
Melissa Hart
Client Care Coordinator
Jennavie Lee
Social Media Manager
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Getting Started
Step One: Schedule a consultation
Visit our Contact Us page to get started and schedule a consultation.
Step Two: Free 15 Minute Chat
We will call you from
404-594-1513 for a free 15 minute consultation.
Step Three: Schedule an Appointment
After your consultation, you or your child will be scheduled for an in-person or telehealth appointment.
Step Four: Welcome!
Your first visit to The Comfy Place will be the first step on the path to feeling better!