ARC Team

ARC clinicians are people, trained to practice and teach trauma informed & evidence-based practices that help support and strengthen the mind, body, & spirit.

All clinicians are licensed and practice in the Georgia and most can offer both in person & virtual therapy. ARC does not accept insurance and does provide a Superbill for Out of Network services.

 

“NIA” BAKER | MAPC MTS
Clinical Director & THerapist

LPC010306 NCC624532 CPCS1975 NPI 1285083493

I work from the mindset that trust is built through honesty, authenticity, and acceptance and that in any given moment we are all doing the best we can and we have the capacity to increase our connection.

Approach: Somatic Experiencing (SE) Advanced Level, IFS Informed, EMDR, TF-CBT, CBCT, Adherent RODBT, Adherent DBT & DBTSUD, ERP, Green Cross Compassion Fatigue Educator, Neuropsychology Informed, Yoga Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (15+) & Adults

  • Complex & Developmental, Spiritual & Religious Trauma

  • Somatic Embodiment & Identity | LGBTQIA

  • Neurodiversity, Overcontrol, & Perfectionism

“PINE” BAKER
Therapy Dog

Nia practices with Pine, a six year old snuggly & spunky Australian Shepherd, who is Therapy Dog trained through Comprehensive Pet Therapy (CPT) in Roswell, GA. Pine is currently completing Psychiatric Service Dog training for PTSD through the Service Dog Training School International.

LAUREN RAMOS | MA
Onboarding Clinical Supervisor & Therapist

LPC011968 NCC757563 CPCS4457 NPI 1568024693

I believe if we have to do hard things we should do them in cozy spaces, with authentic people, and always reward ourselves for sitting in discomfort with just the right amount of humor and/or snacks.

Approach: Attachment Informed, Somatic Informed, EMDR, CBT, DBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Adults

  • Attachment & Attachment-based Trauma

  • Anxiety, Depression, & Mood

  • Identity & Somatic Embodiment

MESHAI DIXON-OLIVARES | MA MAMFT
Clinical THerapist

MFT002001 NPI 1215595186

Whether your journey is short or long, I aim to come to support you as you find inner peace and personal growth. I believe in the power of living out one’s authentic self and the freedom that comes from changing perspectives.

Approach: Sex Therapy, Somatic Informed, IFS Informed, DBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Adults

  • Trauma & Mood

  • Racial Identity & Ethnicity

  • Couples, Sexual Intimacy, & Adult Relationships | LGBTQIA+

“LIZ” CARTER | M.ED.
CLinical THerapist

LPC012223 NCC CPCS4452 NPI 1376043604

All clients deserve a supportive space to explore issues. I aim to create safe relationship with clients to help achieve goals and find personal growth.

Approach: Adherent RODBT, Adherent DBT, Health at Every Size (HAES), DBT & RODBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (14+) & Adults

  • Mood & Anxiety

  • Personality Disorders

  • Identity & Self Esteem

Clinical Training Supervisor
Dr. SARA ELLISON |
PHD
Clinical therapist

LPC014538 NCC ACS5330 NPI 1518625649

I strive to create a safe space in which clients can develop the skills and self-knowledge to make meaning of their experiences and activate growth and positive change.

Approach: EMDR, IFS Informed, Adherent RODBT, DBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Pre+Teens (12+) & Adults

  • Attachment & Attachment-based Trauma

  • Perfectionism & Anxiety

  • Identity | LGBTQIA+


ARC CLINICAL FELLOWS

ARC Fellows are associate licensed therapists who are currently supervised by seasoned clinicians. ARC contracts with these therapists to provide opportunities for continued growth as well as sliding scale rates and services to the community.

“TEDDY” PERKINS | MFA MACMHC
Clinical Therapist

APC008644 NCC NPI 1629704325

SUPERVISED BY Nia BAKER LPC CPCS1975

I believe that three of the greatest gifts we give ourselves are empathy, self-compassion, and permission to make sense. Understanding our cultural heritage, personal identities, and past experiences is an important first step toward living with emotional integrity.

Approach: Adherent RODBT, EMDR, Attachment Informed, TF-CBT, Neuropsychology Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Pre+Teens (12+) & Adults

  • Sexual Trauma, Assault, or Trafficking

  • Eating Relationships

  • High Achievement & Neurodiversity

Books Perkins
Therapy Dog

Teddy practices with Books, a six month old sweet and silly Australian Mountain Dog, who is a Therapy Dog in training through Canine PhD.

 

Geanna Miller | MSW
Clinical THerapist

MSW011145 NPI 1013779982

Supervised by Elizabeth Carter LPC012223 CPCS4452

Radical genuineness, good vibes, and a sense of humor can make opening and exploring where change is needed easier. My hope is that I can be your Yoda on your journey to becoming a Jedi.

Approach: DBT Adherent, RODBT Informed, CBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (14+) & Adults

  • Anxiety & Mood Disorders

  • Personality Disorders

  • Neurodiversity

“Lizzie” Sockwell | MECMHC
Clinical THerapist

APC009890 NPI 1558129783

Supervised by Nia Baker LPC CPCS1975

Empathy, authenticity, and collaboration are at the core of my work. I believe that individuals experience growth through cultivating deeper connections with both themselves and others.

Approach: DBT Informed, CBT Informed, ACT informed, Attachment Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (14+) & Adults

  • LGBTQIA+ & Identity

  • Anxiety, Depression, & Mood

  • Codependency | Interpersonal Conflict

hannah richardson | MACMHC
Clinical THerapist

APC Candidate NPI 1396421624

Supervised by Nia Baker LPC CPCS1975

I believe healing is found in the comfort of a safe presence. I aim to cultivate a nonjudgmental space for individuals to feel seen and supported in the joys and sorrows life holds.

Approach: DBT Informed, IFS Informed, RODBT Informed

Location: In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (14+) & Adults

  • Complex, Developmental & Sexual Trauma

  • Substance use & Addiction

  • Identity | LGBTQIA+


ARC COMMUNITY INTERNS

ARC Community Interns are Masters level students studying counseling, psychology, or social work who partner with ARC for a year to learn clinical skills and offer support for greater community work.

Each intern is supervised and has specific goals related to their educational requirements and interests. Interns offer lower fee therapy while in their training.

 

Olivia Hucks | Masters Level Intern
Client Onboarding Coordinator & therapist

Supervised by Lauren Ramos LPC011968 CPCS4457
NP I1720814676

I believe that every individual possesses the inherent capacity for growth and change, and my role is to support you on your journey toward self-discovery and healing. 

Approach: CBT, Attachment Informed, RODBT Informed, DBT Informed

In Person & Telehealth Sessions
Age: Teens (12+) & Adults

  • Self Esteem and Self Compassion

  • LGTQIA+ Identity

  • Couples & Relationships