WHY IS MY HUSBAND SO DISTANT EMOTIONALLY – Couples Counselors Atlanta
You roll your eyes as you walk away, the weight of yet another failed attempt to connect hanging heavy in the air. You had opened your heart again trying to express something real, something raw. And once more, he met your vulnerability with a blank stare, a...
What Leads to Divorce – Thoughts from an Atlanta Couples Counselor
The early days of a relationship are often marked by a sense of bliss and discovery. This “honeymoon phase” is more than a romantic ideal, it’s actually grounded in science. Research shows that the first two years of a relationship trigger a particular...
What If Tackling Anxiety Was Simpler Than You Thought?
Insights from an Experienced Anxiety Therapist in Atlanta After working with a myriad of clients over the past 14 years in my Atlanta therapy practice, I’ve come to recognize a very clear pattern. Many of the most driven, compassionate, and high-achieving individuals...
Anxiety Treatment ATlanta – ERP, CBT, EMDR, and More – Therapy for Anxiety
Ever wondered what options are out there for Atlanta anxiety treatment? We get this question every day from clients who are exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready for relief. Anxiety can be incredibly isolating and confusing. It shows up in so many forms: racing thoughts,...
How Journaling Can Help Ease Anxiety: Atlanta Therapist’s Perspective
By Mikela Hallmark, MS, LPC – 14 years of experience as a counselor working with anxiety. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns in the world, affecting more than 280 million people globally, according to the World Health Organization. In the U.S....About Us
I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Atlanta. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.