Cerissa Bartlett, LPC - Therapist in Georgia

About Cerissa

Cerissa Bartlett is a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with 12 years of experience. She focuses on practical help for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family problems, grief, parenting concerns, addictions, and depression. She creates a straightforward space where people can talk about what’s on their mind without feeling judged.

Parents and families looking for steady, calm support often reach out to her for help sorting through difficult moments.

Background and approach

Cerissa aims to help clients identify small, usable changes that fit daily life. She listens for patterns that make stress or conflict worse and works with clients to try different ways of responding. The approach is collaborative and goal-focused, with attention to cultural background and blended family dynamics when relevant.

She also brings experience with first responder issues and postpartum depression. Sessions often center on immediate problems like coping with loss or managing parenting stress. Cerissa helps people build routines and communication habits that reduce tension.

She can also support career concerns, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse recovery, and ADHD-related struggles. The practice uses a mix of conversation and practical exercises tailored to each person. Cerissa explains options and helps clients choose what feels most useful for them.

Her style is warm, direct, and focused on helping people make steady progress. Cerissa works in English and provides services within Georgia. She does not work with international clients.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on availability.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online family and parenting work

Evidence-based techniques often used in family and parenting-focused care include practical behavioral strategies and trauma-informed coping skills. Behavioral strategies focus on small, repeatable actions that change daily routines and interactions, which can reduce conflict and lower stress in the home. Trauma-informed coping emphasizes safety, pacing, and skills to manage strong emotions following loss, abuse, or other difficult events, helping people feel steadier day to day.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, concerns, and preferences. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan over time so it fits the client’s life and family situation.

Online sessions make this flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for skill practice and feedback. Phone sessions bring similar convenience when video is not possible. Live chat and text-based messaging let clients check in between sessions or use brief coaching-style support as issues arise. These options help people fit therapy around parenting responsibilities, work schedules, and everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cerissa commonly help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief and parenting concerns. She also addresses addictions, career questions, depression, LGBT matters, trauma and abuse, and ADHD.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens, identifies patterns, and suggests small changes and exercises clients can try between sessions.

What experience does she bring?

Cerissa has 12 years of professional work experience supporting people through family conflict, coping with loss, and stress management.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC registered in Georgia with licence number GA LPC LPC007017.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not work with international clients; services are provided within Georgia.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does cost and getting started work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also works with

Experience: 12 years
Licensed: Georgia
Languages: English

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