My most recommended resources (updated periodically)

I am so excited to begin updating resources! From years of experience working with children and families in Atlanta-I have connected with others in the NW Atlanta/Cobb County area and will begin to provide information for wonderful providers that are doing great work in our area. Check back often for updates!

***Please note that I am not endorsing any one service over another. This list has been gathered on personal experience, and is not a reflection of personal beliefs nor a substitution for professional advice with your own personal therapist or medical provider. This list is meant for educational and ease of access purposes only. Please consult with your doctor and/or personal therapist or care team on all personal decisions.

Local Resources

Pediatrics:

• Ivy Pediatrics: Dr. Michelle Allen has a concierge-style, membership only pediatric practice. Dr. Allen brings a wealth of experience to her warm and compassionate medical care for children and families. She is located in Vinings, Atlanta. In addition to general medical care, she specializes in infant/newborn care (a shared passion) and obesity care.

Speech, Occupational, & Physical Therapy:

• Talk About Therapy: I had the pleasure of meeting the understanding and passionate staff at Talk About Therapy both in their Smyrna/Vinings and North Druid Hills locations (they also have a Marietta location). They are doing wonderful work with a variety of pediatric clients!

Psychiatrist & Psychologist Services:

• Grounded Psychiatry: Dr. Jessica Kettell is a breath of fresh air when it comes to integrating functional medicine with holistic care. You will not be just a number to her-she will listen and personalize your care to meet your lifestyle, needs, and goals. This is what I look for in a Psychiatrist!

Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Care, & Residential Care:

• Hillside Atlanta: You never know when connection to a higher level of care may be crucial for your child, yourself, or your family. Hillside offers a myriad of higher level care services for children, adolescents, and families. From outpatient wraparound care to residential, their programs can offer the expert stabilization and care that so many need.

Mental Health Therapists & Practices:

• TBD!

Children's Sports, Activity, & Connection Programs:

• Cobb Recreation: If you are looking for low cost (and sometimes free) options to try various youth sports, activities, or get connected to your community, I cannot recommend enough that you look through this catalog. I have personally used this as a way to access gymnastics, tennis, and swim introductions/lessons for my kids without pressuring us both into a long-term financial and time commitment. They also post various community events that are often free and family-friendly. Hint: you don't HAVE to be a Cobb County resident to join many of the classes.

• The Little Gym of Smyrna: Their classes are geared toward fun, family-involved learning that addresses the child's developmental level and integrates social-emotional learning into physical skills. I particularly loved their caregiver-child classes that range from 4 months-3 years. The staff has always been lovely and it has been a fun place to connect in an active and new way with my toddler and other families.

• Agape Youth & Family Center: If your child attends school in the NW Atlanta area, you have probably heard of Agape. They offer after-school and in-school programming for children and youth in NW Atlanta. If you are in need of these services-fill out their interest form. If you are looking for ways to get connected to your communinty-check them out!

Virtual/Media Resources

On Community:

Isaac Sanders​

Hands on Atlanta

United Way Atlanta

On Parenting:

Dr. Becky: Good Inside

Dr. Aliza Pressman: How to Raise Good Humans

Dr. Dan Siegel

On Mental Health:

The Happiness Lab

Calm it Down

Dr. Raquel Martin

Dr. Bruce Perry

EAGALA: Equine Blog​​​