Heather V Youngblood, LCSW

Heather V Youngblood, LCSW

Heather is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds a Masters of Social Work from The University of Pennsylvania. She has a BA in Psychology from Wake Forest University. She began working as a therapist in 1994 and has been working in a private practice setting since 2000.

Her resume includes working in a variety of settings with clients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics. Some of her work experience includes:

  • Providing individual and group therapy in the inpatient psychiatric unit at Underwood Memorial Hospital
  • Working as an outpatient therapist for the University of Pennsylvania’s Employee Assistance Program
  • Providing individual and group therapy for seniors at The Philadelphia Geriatric Center
  • Leading a team of therapists at South Fulton Medical Center’s inpatient rehabilitation unit
  • Counseling pregnant teens at The Los Angeles Free Clinic
  • Contracting as an outpatient therapist at Jewish Family and Career Services in Atlanta
  • Providing therapy with The Atlanta Behavior Therapy Clinic in Roswell

Heather formed her own private practice in 2002 and expanded to form Perimeter Therapy Associates, LLC in 2010.

Heather is in network with Aetna/Meritain and Medicare insurance

She sees clients ages 16 and up, offers in office and virtual appointments and her email address is h.youngblood@perimetertherapy.com

Areas of Specialty:

  • Depression / Postpartum Depression
  • Relationship Issues / Couples Counseling
  • Adjustment to Marriage / Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Life Transitions
  • Family Issues
  • Grief / Loss
  • Assertiveness
  • Coping Skills / Stress Management
  • Anxiety

Instructions for Heather’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 102 or email me prior to our appointment at h.youngblood@perimetertherapy.com

If you are meeting at the office, directions to the office can be found in the Contact/Directions section of our website.  Have a seat in the reception area and I will come out to meet you at our appointment time.

If you are doing your session via telehealth, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the link Start Telemedicine Call.   It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your theraportal account. That does not work as the doxy link is separate from your theraportal and our practice software. If you have any difficulty connecting, please call me directly at 678-777-8744 at the time of our appointment.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please email us at info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please email info@perimetertherapy.com to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to emailing info@perimetertherapy.com

Parents are required to attend the first session with minor children to review paperwork, complete the initial intake assessment, review informed consent, treatment parameters, expectations, treatment goals, and expectations.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Heather Youngblood, LCSW

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Chris Allen, Personal Finance Coach

Chris Allen is a Financial Coach, specializing in personal finance. He has a BS degree from the University of North Georgia, and has coached families, individuals, and business owners towards financial wellbeing. As the owner of TwoCentsFinancial, he has a strong passion for helping people get out of debt and take control of their finances. His goal is to make money discussions an open and easy topic to discuss.

As financial issues often go hand in hand with therapy, Chris has joined Perimeter Therapy Associates to help guide you through subjects such as: tackling debt, reigning in spending habits, creating a budget, getting on the same page with financial issues, building a nest egg for retirement, helping you save for college, and building wealth to leave a legacy.

Money should not be a taboo topic to discuss – after all, it is a basic facet of everyday life.  Every story is different yet so many people struggle with similar issues. Sometimes you just need someone on the outside to help, and that’s where Chris Allen comes in.

Chris is not a financial advisor, but a financial coach to walk you through the process of understanding your financial situation and making it easier and less stressful.  He offers a free 15 min consultation and charges $175 per session. Contact 678-666-4717 ext 104 to get started today!

Instructions for Chris’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 104. 

All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 104 or email me prior to our appointment at chris@twocentsfinancial.com.

For your session via Zoom, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the Zoom link to start. If you have any issues, please email me at chris@twocentsfinancial.com.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please contact the receptionist at our main office number by dialing 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to the receptionist at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email at info@perimetertherapy.com

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

— Chris Allen

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Lori Ayling, LCSW

Lori Ayling, LCSW

Lori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds a Masters of Social Work from The University of Georgia. She has a BA in psychology from Oglethorpe University. She began working as a therapist in 2003 and joined Perimeter Therapy Associates in 2016.

Lori utilizes a person-centered approach and is skilled in the following treatment modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention. Lori is a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.

Lori has experience providing services to a diverse population in a variety of settings including home-based services, community-based services, hospitals, and women’s shelters. Lori is a gender affirming therapist. Lori formed her own LLC, Wildflower Therapy Services, in 2019.

Lori’s resume includes:

  • Individual, couples, family, and group counseling
  • Voluntary and court-ordered assessments for substance abuse, anger management, and family violence
  • Psychoeducational seminars on co-parenting during and after a divorce
  • Critical Incident Stress Debriefings and Crisis Line
  • Working with children in DFCS custody
  • Mental Health and substance abuse assessments in a hospital setting
  • Providing Social Work services to children and families in a hospital setting

Lori is in network with Aetna/Meritain, Humana, Medicare,, and United Healthcare/Oscar/Optum.

Areas of Specialty:

  • Stress Management
  • Anxiety/Phobias/OCD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Emerging Adults
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • LGBTQ
  • Women’s issues
  • Self-esteem/self-compassion
  • COMBS trained to treat Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania, Excoriation (commonly referred to as hair pulling and skin picking disorders, respectively) as well as nail biting, and lip and/or cheek biting.

Instructions for Lori’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

 Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account. 

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

 All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 108 or email me prior to our appointment at lori@wildflowertherapyservices.com To begin your session via telehealth, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, 

 To begin your session via telehealth, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the link Start Telemedicine Call. It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your theraportal account. That does not work as the doxy link is separate from your theraportal and our practice software. If you have any difficulty connecting, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 108 at the time of our appointment. 

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. Ifyou do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please please email us at info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please email info@perimetertherapy.com to cancel or re-schedule intake appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 24 hours in advance. You canalways use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

Parents are required to attend the first session with minor children to review paperwork, complete theinitial intake assessment, review informed consent, treatment parameters, expectations, treatment goals, and expectations.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and lookforward to learning how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Lori Ayling, LCSW

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Martha Baker, LPC

Martha Baker, LPC

Martha is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts in 1988 and her Master of Arts in Agency Counseling from the University of Colorado in 1997. She holds a certification for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and she is certified in CBCT.

Martha has worked providing counseling to individuals of all ages, couples and families in private practice, therapeutic foster care, community health care, and an outpatient opiate addictions clinic. She is skilled in many techniques to engage in building a safe and compassionate environment in order to assist those who take the difficult step to enter into the therapeutic relationship.

Martha is in network with Aetna/Meritain, Ambetter, BCBS, Amerigroup, Cigna, Curative Health, Humana/tricare, and Peachstate.

Martha sees clients age 16 and older and offers virtual sessions only.

Martha’s email address is marthalbaker@proton.me

Some people seek her help with the following:

Areas of Specialty:

  • Addiction
  • Depression
  • Anxiety and Phobias
  • Anger
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Cognitively Based Compassion Training (CBCT)
  • Chronic Pain and Health Challenges
  • Grief and Loss
  • Trauma
  • Parenting
  • Spirituality
  • Post Partum Depression/Anxiety

Greetings and welcome to Perimeter Therapy Associates. I’m looking forward to meeting with you and supporting you on your growth journey!

After scheduling by calling 678-666-4717 Ext 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com, and prior to our first meeting, please complete the appropriate intake packet found below.  On this page, there is a link to an Adult Intake Forms,  and Couple’s Intake Forms.   Once you fill out and sign your forms through Docusign, they will go to my email for my signature’s and I will then upload them to your Theraportal account.  In the case of a couple, the initial person will fill out the form, it will be emailed to the second member of the couple to have them fill their part out, then it will go to the clinician for signing and uploading.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

The below link will bring you to the video counseling platform. This is a HIPPA compliant site. I will assure privacy at my end. You might consider finding a private space at your end to ensure full privacy. It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your theraportal account. That does not work as the doxy link is separate from your theraportal and our practice software. If you have further questions, feel free to reach out to me through this email, marthalbaker@proton.me or my cell: 706-969-8542.

Please email info@perimetertherapy.com to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to emailing info@perimetertherapy.com

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Zoom Session Link:
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Meeting ID:  875 8982 1675
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As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please email us at info@perimetertherapy.com and we will send you another link.
Please email: info@perimetertherapy.com to cancel or re-schedule appointments a minimum of 48 hours prior to the scheduled time in order to avoid late cancel fee. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to emailing reception at info@perimetertherapy.com

If you have any difficulties with paperwork, you may email me directly at marthalbaker@proton.me

Again, I look forward to meeting with you and supporting you through your journey toward better health and wellbeing.
Martha L Baker, MA, LPC
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Sierra A. Bloxson, LCSW

Sierra A. Bloxson, LCSW

Sierra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Georgia. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Spelman College, and a Master’s degree in Social Work from The University of Georgia. Her approach to therapy is comprised of creating an environment that is supportive, non-judgmental and person centered. She specializes in treating trauma, depression, anger, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem struggles, and stress management. As a person who identifies as LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous, she firmly believes in creating a safe, therapeutic space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as people that identify as ethically non-monogamous or part of an alternative lifestyle community (polyamory, polygamy, polyandry, polygyny, open relationships, swinging, non-traditional relationships, BDSM/Leather/Kink).

Sierra’s resume includes:

  • Serving youth and families as a foster care case manager through the Georgia Department of Family and children services (DFCS)
  • Providing group therapy in a forensic inpatient psychiatric program to individuals awaiting pre-trial evaluations, restoration to competency to stand trial, and those deemed not guilty by reason of insanity
  • Community therapy with individuals struggling with severe and persistent mental illness through an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program
  • Working as an assessment therapist with various community programs throughout Metro Atlanta
  • Therapist for youth in foster care, adjudicated youth in the Department of Juvenile Justice
  • Clinical and program development management for an outpatient mental health program.

Sierra is in network with UHC/Optum/Oscar, BCBS, Aetna/Meritain, Curative Health Insurance, Humana/tricare and Cigna at this time.

Sierra sees clients age 18 and up virtually and in office and her email address is s.bloxson@protonmail.com

Here is the link to my doxyme: https://doxy.me/sierrabloxson

Areas of Specialty:

  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-esteem

Instructions for Sierra’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Greetings! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork.There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 103 or email me prior to our appointment at s.bloxson@protonmail.com. My email address is completely secure and HIPAA compliant, so you can feel confident that your information is safe.

If you are meeting at the office, directions to the office can be found in the Contact/Directions section of our website. Have a seat in the reception area and I will come out to meet you at our appointment time.

If you are doing your session via telehealth, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the link Start Telemedicine Call. It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your TheraPortal account. That does not work as the Doxy link is separate from your TheraPortal and our practice software. If you have any difficulty connecting, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 103 at the time of our appointment.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your email, please contact the receptionist at our main office number by dialing 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and reschedule appointments in addition to the receptionist at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email at info@perimetertherapy.com.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Sierra A. Bloxson, LCSW

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Elizabeth Boswell, LPC

Elizabeth Boswell, LPC

I earned my Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, relationship difficulties, and significant life transitions.

I have a particular passion for working with women navigating personal and professional transitions, individuals with generalized anxiety, panic, OCD, and ADHD, and families affected by substance use and addiction.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness, and Bowen Family Systems Theory.

I am a certified EMDR therapist and Realization Process meditation teacher, with additional training in ERP and Bowen Family Systems Theory. I tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, combining practical, evidence-based tools with deeper insight into the patterns, beliefs, and relationships that shape their lives.

I believe therapy is about more than alleviating symptoms; it is an opportunity for meaningful growth, self-understanding, and authentic living. Rather than struggling against difficult thoughts and emotions, we can learn to approach our experiences with greater acceptance, flexibility, and self-compassion. My goal is to help clients move beyond fear and limiting patterns toward lives guided by their values, with greater confidence, connection, and purpose. I consider the therapeutic relationship a sacred space and a privilege to be part of each client’s journey.

Elizabeth is in network with BCBS, Aetna/Meritain, United Healthcare/Optum/Oscar, and Cigna and she sees clients age 18 and up both in office and virtually.

Elizabeth’s email address is elizabethboswell@proton.me

 

Key Populations & Specialties:

Key Therapeutic Modalities:

  • Women
  • Families Affected by Addiction
  • ADHD
  • OCD
  • Generalized Anxiety
  • LGBTQIA+ Individuals
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship & Family Challenges
  • ACT
  • ERP
  • EMDR
  • Bowen Family Systems Theory
  • Realization Process Meditation

Instructions for Elizabeth’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. In order to begin treatment, please reach out to the office at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or info@perimetertherapy.com.

Elizabeth Boswell, LPC

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Jorden Hayes, LCSW

Jorden Hayes, LCSW

Jorden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds a Masters of Social Work from The University of Georgia. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Kennesaw State University. She began working as a therapist in 2022 and joined Perimeter Therapy Associates in 2026.

Jorden utilizes a person-centered approach and is skilled in the following treatment modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, DBT skill building and Eye Movement and Desensitization Therapy (EMDR).

Jorden has experience providing services to a diverse population in a variety of settings including substance abuse clinics, home-based services, and traditional private practice. Jorden is trauma informed and utilizes a harm reduction lens.

Jorden’s resume includes:

  • Working with diverse clients in rural and urban settings.
  • Working with Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT).
  • Voluntary and court-ordered assessments for comprehensive child and family assessments,
  • domestic violence assessments, substance abuse assessments, and trauma assessments
  • Developed and Delivered NASW approved presentation on habit formation.
  • Facilitated a DBT skills group.

Jorden is in network with Aetna/Meritain, Cigna, United Healthcare/Oscar/Optum and BCBS.  She sees clients age 12 and up in office and virtually.

Jorden’s email address is Jordenhayeslcsw@proton.m

Areas of Specialty:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Life Transitions
  • Depression
  • Addiction
  • EMDR
  • CBT

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Instructions for Jorden’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet.

Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

If you are meeting at the office, directions to the office can be found in the Contact/Directions section of our website. Have a seat in the reception area and I will come out to meet you at our appointment time.

If you are doing your session via telehealth, at the scheduled appointment time, please go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the link Start Telemedicine Call. It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your theraportal account. That does not work as the doxy link is separate from your theraportal and our practice software.

If you have any difficulty connecting, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext 106 at the time of our appointment.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please email us at info@perimetertherapy.com. Please email info@perimetertherapy.com to cancel or re-schedule appointments.

Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.   Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Best regards,
Jorden Hayes, LCSW

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David E. Jordan, MTS, MA, LPC, CCTP-II, CPATP

Psychotherapist  ·  Shamanic Practitioner  · Medicine Guide

David is a trauma-informed licensed psychotherapist and Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Provider who brings over twenty years of experience guiding profound personal transformation. As a sanctioned teacher within the Pachakuti Mesa Tradition, his work bridges clinical precision with ceremonial depth—offering a rare integration of modern psychology and ancient wisdom.

Holding a Master’s degree from Emory University in Nature-Aligned Medieval Mysticism and a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Prescott College, David’s path has been devoted to exploring the intersection of spirituality, ecology, and the human psyche. His work is grounded, discerning, and deeply attuned to the complexity of healing in today’s world.

David is known for creating high-integrity, immersive spaces where meaningful change can unfold. Within these carefully held containers, clients are supported in releasing long-held patterns, regulating the nervous system, and reconnecting to a clear, embodied sense of self. His approach blends integrative psychotherapy, somatic awareness, and consciousness-based practices—each experience tailored to meet the individual exactly where they are.

With over twenty years of dedicated shamanic practice, David has become something rarer than a skilled clinician — a seasoned holder of sacred space whose presence itself is medicine. Those who work with him often describe a quality of safety that arrives before any technique, a stillness that creates room for what has never felt safe to surface.

David’s professional experience includes:

  • Individual counseling in both residential and community settings
  • Group counseling in both residential and community settings
  • Clinical Director for the Winn Way Mental Health Center, Clifton Springs Mental Health Center, and the Dekalb Addiction Clinic for the DeKalb Community Service Board.
  • Field counselor for a wilderness-based, leadership development, residential treatment program for adolescents.
  • Clinical Supervisor for associate and independently licensed counselors, social workers, and family therapists

David is in network with BCBS, Aetna/Meritain, Cigna, Curative Health Insurance, United Healthcare/Optum/Oscar, and Humana/tricare.

He sees clients age 18 and up, virtually and in office and his email address is david@burningbearhealingarts.com

Areas of Specialty:

  • Trauma/PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Stress Management
  • Career/Professional Growth
  • LAPC Supervision
  • Spirituality
  • Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAT)

Instructions for David’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 110 or email me prior to our appointment at david@burningbearhealingarts.com.

A note about my email address.  I am contracted under my business name, Burning Bear Healing Arts, as a therapist for the group practice Perimeter Therapy Associates. The email platform that I use is completely secure and HIPAA compliant, so you should feel confident your information is safe.

For my telehealth sessions, I use a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform called Doxy.  At the time of the appointment, or a few minutes prior, go to the Perimeter Therapy Associates website, click on the link for therapists, go to my bio page and click the link Start Telemedicine Call.  It is important that you do not try to click on telehealth in your theraportal account. That does not work as the doxy link is separate from your theraportal and our practice software. If you have any difficulty connecting, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext 106 at the time of our appointment.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please contact the receptionist at our main office number by dialing 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to the receptionist at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

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Robert Lowinger, PhD, LMSW

Robert Lowinger, PhD, LMSW

Robert Lowinger, Ph.d is an LMSW in Georgia. He received his Master of Education from Albany State University, Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University, and Doctorate in Educational Psychology from Albany State. Robert has been a Social Work Fellow at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies, and an adjunct professor at the Derner Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies. Robert specializes in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy and CBT for anxiety, depression, adjustment and relationship issues with children, adolescent and adult clients. With couples he uses an eclectic approach based on CBT and EFT couples therapy.

Robert’s resume includes:

  • Therapist at a residential drug treatment center
  • Individual and group therapist at an Intensive Outpatient Program
  • School-based therapist for middle school and high school students
  • Primary therapist at a private group practice serving the college community
  • Robert is in-network with Cigna, Aetna/Meritain, United Healthcare/Oscar/Optum and BC/BS

Robert sees clients age 9 and up virtually and in office and his email address isRLPERIMETER@proton.me

Areas of Specialty:

  • Anxiety and Panic Disorder
  • Depression and Mood Disorders
  • Substance Use and Addiction
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Chronic Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions and Grief
  • Identity and Self-Esteem
  • School and Learning Challenges

Instructions for Robert’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am excited to meet you for our first appointment.  I wanted to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you must complete appropriate form links identified below and upload them into your portal account.  I cannot meet with you until this has been completed. If you have difficulty, please call the help desk at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email info@perimetertherapy.com

If you are a telehealth client, please select the Doxy telehealth link above at our scheduled appointment time to login for our first appointment.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

As part of our services, you will be given a sign-in for your patient portal by our helpdesk. If you did not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please contact the help desk at our main office number by dialing 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48-hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to the help desk at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email at info@perimetertherapy.com

If for some reason you are not able to connect at the time of our appointment, please call or text me at my office cell number of 678-666-4717 ext 113 so we can troubleshoot issues/concerns.

Clients presenting for sessions more than 10 minutes past our scheduled start time are considered late cancellations and will be subject to the missed appointment fee specified in your paperwork.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed and uploaded. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Thank you,
Robert Lowinger, PhD, LMSW

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Rosanne Maneksha, LMSW

Rosanne Maneksha, LMSW

Rosanne brings a unique blend of professional experience, clinical knowledge, and genuine compassion to her work as a therapist. Before entering the mental health field, she spent more than 20 years in Corporate America, giving her firsthand insight into the pressures of professional life, the toll of chronic stress, and the challenges of balancing work, relationships, and family responsibilities.

Rosanne works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, and major life transitions. Many of her clients are used to being the dependable one—the person who keeps everything moving, takes care of others, and pushes through, even when they’re running on empty. From the outside, life may look fine. Internally, they may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break, or unsure how to prioritize their own needs. Rosanne helps clients slow down, better understand themselves, and find a way forward that feels more intentional and sustainable.

Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based interventions. She integrates talk therapy with practical tools to help clients recognize patterns, navigate difficult emotions, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and reconnect with their own needs and values. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, Rosanne partners with each client to explore their unique experiences, build on their strengths, and develop meaningful, lasting change.

Rosanne believes therapy is a space where you can show up as you are—without needing to have it all figured out. Whether you’re navigating a difficult transition, struggling under the weight of expectations, or simply ready to feel more like yourself again, she offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to feel heard, build self-trust, and move toward a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

Rosanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Social Work from West Virginia University. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Georgia.

Rosanne sees clients age 18 and up in office and virtually and her email address is rmaneksha@proton.me

Insurance and Payment: Rosanne accepts private pay and is in network with Aetna/Meritain, Cigna, United Healthcare/Oscar/Optum, and Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Areas of Specialty:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress and Burnout
  • Life Transitions
  • Maternal Mental Health
  • Perfectionism
  • Interpersonal Relationships

Instructions for Rosanne’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. I want to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you should complete all of the necessary paperwork. There is a link on this page to access the paperwork, fill the paperwork out and sign the paperwork electronically through DocuSign. Once you have completed the paperwork, I will receive the paperwork and complete my portion and then you will need to upload the paperwork to your theraportal account.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext. 101.

All forms must be completed prior to our first appointment. If you have difficulty, please call me directly at 678-666-4717 ext. 09 or email me prior to our appointment at rmaneksha@proton.me

If you are meeting at the office, directions to the office can be found in the Contact/Directions section of our website. Have a seat in the reception area and I will come out to meet you at our appointment time.

As part of our services, you will be assigned a sign-in for your patient portal by our receptionist. If you do not receive a link for this in your email, please email us at info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please email rmaneksha@proton.me to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and reschedule appointments in addition to emailing rmaneksha@proton.me.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Rosanne Maneksha, LMSW

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Michelle McEwen, LCSW

Michelle McEwen, LCSW

Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has been with Perimeter Therapy Associates since 2021. Michelle has experience with a variety of ages, stages, and populations including: hospital support, home nursing and hospice care for children and adults, youth in the foster care system, foster parents navigating the adoption process, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, individuals exploring sexual and gender identity development, and caregivers of children who are tracheostomy and ventilator dependent. She has completed two certificate programs: Accredited Training for Adoption Competency through Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.™) and George Washington University’s Graduate Certificate in LGBT Health Policy and Practice.*

Her current focus areas include:

  • Working with teens and adults experiencing grief, anxiety, and trauma related to a variety of experiences
  • Providing adoption competent therapeutic support to birth families, adoptive families, and adopted individuals
  • Supporting parents and caregivers of medically complex/medically fragile children
  • Supporting family members of children and adults who are on their journey through end-of-life
  • Facilitating group support for women experiencing anxiety and adults experiencing aging related stressors

Michelle’s approach to therapy utilizes solution focused, mindfulness based, and cognitive based strategies. She creates a safe environment to explore inner needs by bringing a genuine and empathetic technique.

Michelle accepts the following insurances:
Aetna/Meritain, BCBS, Cigna, Curative Health Insurance, Humana, Medicare, Tricare, and United Healthcare/Optum/Oscar

She sees clients age 13 and up and offers both in office and virtual appointments.

Michelle’s email address is michelle.mcewen@protonmail.com

*Training for Adoption Competency (TAC), a 12-month-long post-Master’s curriculum developed by the Center for Adoption Support and Education. TAC utilizes a combination of classroom instruction, discussion, and clinical consultation to equip mental health professionals to address the mental health needs and concerns of biological parents, adopted people, adoptive parents, and extended family members with multi-dimensional understanding and skill.

*The GW Graduate Certificate in LGBT Health Policy and Practice takes an applied care approach to tackling health care disparities affecting the LGBT community. The 18-credit program is designed specifically for professionals who work on the front lines with clients and patients, as well as those who work on the health care or policy side to serve the physical and mental health needs of the LGBT population.

Areas of Specialty:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
  • Life Transitions and Adjustment
  • Grief and Loss
  • LGBTQ
  • Chronic Illness
  • Play Therapy
  • Post Partum Depression/Anxiety

Instructions for Michelle’s New Clients at Perimeter Therapy:

Hello! I am excited to meet you for our first appointment.  I wanted to ensure that you have the information you need so that we will be ready to meet. Before we can begin treatment, you must complete appropriate form links identified below and upload them into your portal account.  I cannot meet with you until this has been completed. If you have difficulty, please call the help desk at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email info@perimetertherapy.com

If you are a telehealth client, please select the Doxy telehealth link above at our scheduled appointment time to login for our first appointment.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

As part of our services, you will be given a sign-in for your patient portal by our helpdesk. If you did not receive a link for this in your e-mail, please contact the help desk at our main office number by dialing 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or emailing info@perimetertherapy.com.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48-hours in advance. You can always use your patient portal to cancel and re-schedule appointments in addition to the help desk at 678-666-4717 ext. 101 or email at info@perimetertherapy.com

If for some reason you are not able to connect at the time of our appointment, please call or text me at my office cell number of 678-666-4717 ext 111 so we can troubleshoot issues/concerns.

Clients presenting for sessions more than 10 minutes past our scheduled start time are considered late cancellations and will be subject to the missed appointment fee specified in your paperwork.

Thanks again for ensuring that all documents are completed and uploaded. I am excited to work with you and look forward to how we can move forward together in meeting your goals!

Thank you,
Michelle McEwen, LCSW

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Edward Okeke, PMHNP-BC

Edward Okeke, PMHNP-BC

Edward is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. With a warm, patient-centered approach, Edward helps individuals navigate their mental health needs and works collaboratively with them to develop personalized treatment plans that support emotional well-being and overall quality of life.

He believes in building authentic relationships and creating a safe, collaborative environment that honors each person’s unique journey. His clinical philosophy centers on clarity, trust, and empowerment—ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and truly heard throughout their care.

Edward integrates medication management, supportive therapy, and wellness-focused strategies to promote lasting emotional health, resilience, and meaningful progress.

Edward sees clients ages 13 and up virtually and his email address is edward.okeke@proton.me

Edward accepts: Aetna/Meritain, Alliant, Carelon/BCBS/Anthem, CareSource/Tricare, Cigna/Evernorth, Medicare, Oscar and UHC/Optum.

Edward does not prescribe stimulant medication.

He is experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including:

Areas of Specialty:

  • Depression and Mood Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • PTSD
  • ADHD
  • OCD
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Stress-Related Conditions

 

Edward Okeke

 

Hello!

I’m looking forward to meeting you for our first appointment. To help ensure that we’re ready to begin, please review the following important information and complete all required paperwork before our session.

Before beginning treatment, all intake forms must be completed and submitted electronically. You can access the forms through the links below and complete them via DocuSign. Once finished, I will receive the paperwork, complete my section, and you will then upload the finalized forms to your TheraPortal account.

Important for new Clients

As part of your psychiatric evaluation and ongoing treatment, please list all current medications you are taking at home, including:

  • Prescription medications
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Vitamins and herbal supplements

Accurate and up-to-date medication information helps ensure your treatment plan is safe and effective. Please include this information in your intake paperwork or bring a current medication list to your first appointment.

If You Are Meeting via Telehealth

At your appointment time:

  1. Visit the Perimeter Therapy Associates website.
  2. Go to the Therapists page and find my bio.
  3. Click the Start Telemedicine Call link.

Please call or email the main office to cancel or re-schedule appointments. Patients are responsible for missed appointments that are cancelled less than 48 hours in advance.

Thank you for making sure all documents are completed.  I look forward to working with you.

Please do not fill out paperwork prior to scheduling an appt with the office by calling 678-666-4717 ext 101.

Edward Okeke, PMHNP-BC

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When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.     

— Fred Rogers