Calvin Whitehead, LCSW — Therapist in Georgia

Hi there, I'm Calvin!

I help adults navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. I specialize in working with individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and career-related stress. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.

My focus

I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of addiction, emotional pain, or uncertainty about your path forward. Whether you're working to break free from harmful patterns, rebuild your sense of self, or find clarity in your personal or professional life, I offer a safe space where you can be heard and empowered.

My approach

My approach is integrative and evidence-based, drawing from CBT, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, and mindfulness-based strategies. I incorporate person-centered principles to ensure therapy is always guided by your values, your pace, and your goals.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you feel respected, understood, and empowered to speak openly. I balance active listening with thoughtful feedback, offering practical tools and honest insights while honoring your pace and perspective.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by a deep desire to help others feel seen, heard, and supported during life's most difficult moments. I've been drawn to working with adults facing addiction, trauma, and emotional distress because of the resilience they carry.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by combining evidence-based strategies with a deeply collaborative approach. Together, we clarify what matters most to you and develop a clear, personalized plan that aligns with your values and strengths. I support you in building insight, developing coping skills, and taking meaningful steps forward.

Our first session

Our first session is about creating a comfortable, supportive space where you can begin to share your story at your own pace. I'll get to know you, what brings you to therapy, what challenges you're facing, and what goals you'd like to work toward. This session is also a chance for you to get a feel for how I work.

I identify as...

Male
Black or African American
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Behavioral Activation

Dialectical (DBT)

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

GEHA or UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Wayne State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Calvin Whitehead