Your Policy, Our Priority
At LifeGate, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals, couples, and families in need. For over thirty-five years, our team of experienced and licensed therapists has been committed to fostering a safe, confidential, and caring environment for our clients to explore, grow, and heal.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a wide range of specialty services for individuals, couples, and families, including individual, couples, and family counseling. We strive to create a collaborative community where our therapists work together to provide the best possible care for our clients. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health services, regardless of their financial situation. That's why we offer a scholarship fund to provide access to mental health services for those in the metro Atlanta community who cannot afford care and counseling.
Our Team
Our team of experienced and licensed therapists is comprised of highly skilled professionals who are dedicated to their work. Our team includes:
- Burke Buster, LPC, Executive Director
- Mary Beth Pierce, LPC
- Ryan Jackson, LMFT
- Brianna Bacorn, LCSW
- Frank Collins, LMFT
- Carlyn Clawson, LPC
- Morgan Weatherly, LPC
- Kristen Smith-Vaniz, LPC
- Emily Dressner, LMFT
- Katie Gentry, LAPC
- Ansley Mayson, Clinical Fellow
- Matt Carter, Clinical Intern
- Dori Whitworth, LPC
Our Services
At LifeGate, we offer a variety of services, including:
- Individual counseling for adults and children
- Couples counseling
- Family counseling
- Play therapy for children
- Anger management
- Substance abuse counseling
Fundraisers
We are committed to raising funds to support our scholarship fund and expand our services to those in need. Our upcoming fundraiser is the Cinco de LifeGate Tennis & Pickleball Tournament, which will take place on May 3rd, 2024. You can participate in the tournament as a team or individual, or attend as a spectator. All proceeds from the event will go towards our scholarship fund.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know is in need of mental health services, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to provide hope and healing to those in need.
Overview of Lifegate Counseling Center
Mixed Reviews and Concerns
The reviews of Lifegate Counseling Center are mixed, with both positive and negative comments. While some reviewers praise the center's counselors, others express concerns about the center's accreditation and the experience of its counselors.
Concerns about Accreditation and Counselor Experience
One reviewer raises concerns about the center's lack of accreditation and the inexperience of its counselors. They claim that the center tends to hire young, inexperienced counselors who lack the expertise to address complex issues.
Inappropriate Behavior by Counselor
Another concern is the inappropriate behavior of a counselor, who discussed their personal marital problems with a client. This has led to concerns about the counselor's professionalism and boundaries.
Positive Experiences
On the other hand, some reviewers have had positive experiences with the center's counselors. They praise their professionalism, patience, and kindness. The center's willingness to work with clients during difficult times, including financial and scheduling uncertainties, is also appreciated.
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