Helpful Articles
Why Work With a Male Counselor? – Atlanta Counseling
We are so excited to announce that Kevin Condon, LCSW is now providing counseling at our Atlanta practice. He brings with him 17 years of experience in the counseling community. And, he just so happens to enjoy helping people work through depression, anxiety, couples...
Imperfection and Letting it Go– Thoughts from an Atlanta Christian Counselor
When people ask me about Christian counseling in Atlanta, I share with them that if they’re looking for biblical guidance, I’m not a good fit. If they’re looking for judgment, I’m not a good fit. If they’re looking for someone to tell them what to do, I’m not a good...
What to Do With My Anxiety – Atlanta Counseling
What if dealing with your anxiety was much more practical than you think? What if making five or six simple changes could really do it? I meet so many high achievers in my Atlanta anxiety counseling office, and I can’t tell you how many of them have anxiety symptoms....
Why Purpose Matters – By an Atlanta Counselor
I was sitting on a call with a professional who specializes in coaching and she asked me a question that went something along the lines of the following: "At the end of your life, when you’re old and gray, what will you tell me were the things that made life worth...
Ever Been Called Controlling? Yep, Me Too – Insights from an Atlanta Counselor
Control. We do it for a reason. Life has taught us to. We do it because we love, because we care, because we fear…. We control because it makes sense. There are a few characteristics of control though, that just aren’t helpful. I’ve found myself learning about some...
Feelings…Who Has Time For Those? – Atlanta Counseling Tips
‘I don’t have time for feelings.’ ‘Feelings make you weak.’ ‘Feelings just slow you down.’ ‘What are feelings?’ ‘I don’t feel feelings. I just push through.’ ‘All I can feel is anger or stress.’ Do any of these statements resonate with you? So many of us find...
What Entrepreneurs, High Achievers, and Executives Don’t Know is Killing Their Relationships – By an Atlanta Counselor
As an Atlanta counselor, I love working with high achievers. I love working with perfectionists. I love it I guess because I do so much work around releasing shame and perfectionism while still honoring one’s goals and desires for achievement. It’s tough work. And...
Atlanta Counseling for High Achieving Young Adults
You’ve finished school and now you’re thrown fully into your career, and oh my....it’s a lot! I know I sound like an old lady when I say ‘oh my’ but hey, that’s what happens. We get old, and I'm....older... Okay so seriously, this transition can be big, and crazy, and...
Calling A Therapist is Terrifying – Atlanta Therapy Insights
As an Atlanta therapist, I believe in the power of continuing my own journey of growth by participating in therapy. It’s part of how I work to honor what my clients are experiencing, while also giving myself permission to do work on myself. I like to practice what I...
Are you a Bad Communicator? – Atlanta Counseling Tips
Have you ever been told that you’re horrible at communicating? Do you get a feeling that you’re not being heard or understood? Do you often leave conversations feeling frustrated that the other person just doesn’t get you? I hear people say it all the time in my...
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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.