You Deserve to Be Seen, Heard, and Supported—Exactly as You Are.

At The Counseling Zebra, LLC, we know that therapy isn’t just about talking—it’s about being truly understood. It’s about being able to show up as your full, unfiltered self—without the pressure to mask, minimize, or explain yourself. It’s about finding a space where you don’t have to fight to be seen or prove that your struggles matter. You don’t have to carry it all alone. You don’t have to be “better” before you deserve support. You are enough—right now, exactly as you are. We built this practice for the ones who have felt unseen, dismissed, or like therapy wasn’t made for them. Because it should be. And we’re here to make sure it is.

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  • The Counseling Zebra LLC is an inclusive, affirming therapy practice dedicated to providing compassionate, social justice-based mental health care. We specialize in supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent people, those with CPTSD, trauma survivors, chronically ill individuals, and women—populations that are often misunderstood or overlooked in traditional therapy spaces. Our practice exists to create a safe, validating, and empowering environment where clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported.

  • You’ve been searching for a place where you don’t have to explain yourself—where you can show up exactly as you are and feel truly seen, understood, and supported. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, invalidated, or like therapy wasn’t built with you in mind, you’re in the right place.

    We get what it’s like to feel out of place in traditional therapy spaces. Maybe past therapists didn’t understand your neurodivergence, minimized your trauma, or failed to affirm your identity. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too much” or that your struggles aren’t “big enough” to deserve care. But here, you don’t have to prove your pain or justify why you need support. You belong here.

  • You’ve probably heard the saying, “When you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras.” It’s a reminder for doctors to assume the most common diagnosis first. But what happens when you are the zebra—when your experiences, your needs, or your identity don’t fit the mold?

    That’s where we come in. We embrace the unique, the complex, and the often-misunderstood, offering therapy that recognizes and honors your full lived experience.

  • We offer online therapy in Georgia that is deeply affirming, trauma-informed, and person-centered. Whether you’re working through trauma, navigating identity, struggling with chronic illness, or learning to unmask as a neurodivergent person, we meet you where you are.

    Our therapists specialize in working with:
    2SLGBTQIA+ individuals—because your identity should never be questioned or minimized in therapy.
    Neurodivergent folks—because you deserve to be understood and supported without being pathologized.
    People with CPTSD and trauma survivors—because healing doesn’t happen through forced positivity, but through validation and safety.
    Chronically ill individuals—because your pain is real, and your experiences deserve to be acknowledged.
    Women navigating life’s complexities—because the world, shaped by patriarchal systems, often demands too much while giving too little. You deserve a space to unlearn expectations, reclaim your autonomy, and just be.

    We integrate ACT, DBT, attachment-based therapy, emotionally focused therapy, art therapy, and holistic approaches tailored to your needs—because therapy should fit you, not the other way around.

  • This isn’t therapy that just scratches the surface. We’re here to walk with you through the messy, the painful, and the uncertain—so you can move toward a life that feels authentic, empowered, and yours. Our clients leave therapy with:
    🌿 More self-compassion and self-trust—because you are not broken.
    🌿 Stronger emotional regulation and grounding skills—so you don’t have to feel like your emotions control you.
    🌿 The ability to set boundaries and self-advocate—because your needs matter.
    🌿 A deep sense of validation and belonging—because you deserve to be seen.

    This is your space.

    If you’re tired of feeling like therapy isn’t built for you, we want you to know: it can be different. It can feel safe. It can feel affirming. It can feel like a space where you finally belong.

We specialize in working with

  • Neurodiversity is a spectrum Including ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, bipolar disorder, Borderline personality disorder, PTSD, CPTSD, learning disabilities, tic disorders, OCD, dissociative experiences, and other ways of thinking and experiencing the world that don’t fit the “neurotypical” mold.

    Our clinicians specialize in late diagnosed Autism, Audhd, ADHD, OCD, sensory processing differences, trauma informed care for folks with bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder, and not pathologizing other ways of thinking and experiencing the world that don’t fit the “neurotypical” mold.


  • For 2SLGBTQIA+ clients at any stage of life and of any identity, we provide deeply affirming care. Whether you are confident and grounded in who you are, navigating changes in your relationships or environment, or processing the impact of living in a world that doesn’t always affirm you, we are here to support you. We offer a safe, validating space to share your experiences, celebrate your authenticity, and navigate challenges without fear of judgment. Our trauma-informed approach supports those impacted by systemic oppression, family rejection, or religious harm. Every expression of gender and sexuality is honored here, without pathologizing or erasing your lived experience.


  • Our clinicians provide deeply affirming care for people living with chronic health conditions, disabilities, and illnesses—whether visible or invisible. We understand that your experiences are shaped not only by your health, but also by the ways the world responds to it. We are here for you whether you’ve lived with your condition for years, are newly navigating a diagnosis, or are searching for a therapist who truly understands the daily realities you face. Together, we create a safe, validating space to process the emotional impact of chronic illness, celebrate your resilience, and explore ways to care for yourself with compassion. Our trauma-informed approach supports those impacted by medical trauma, ableism, and systemic barriers, while honoring your lived experience without judgment or dismissal.

    Here, you are believed and seen!


  • For clients of the Global Majority—Black, Brown, Indigenous, and other non-white clients—working with us means having a space where you don’t have to question if you’ll be seen or heard. You don’t have to translate your experience or justify your feelings. Here, your culture, identity, and lived reality are seen and your story is met with respect and care.

    We know that racism, colonization, and oppression can leave deep impacts on mental health, physical health, relationships, and self-worth. Our work together is about more than coping—it’s about creating space to rest, to grieve, to celebrate, and to imagine new possibilities for yourself. You can expect honesty, warmth, and a therapist who will stand with you through the hard conversations and the moments of joy.

    Our team includes clinicians with different lived experiences, and some of us hold white privilege. We take responsibility for showing up with humility, awareness, and a commitment to anti-racist, justice-centered care. This is a place where every part of you is welcome, and where you never have to leave anything behind to be accepted.

  • Our clinicians provide deeply affirming care for trauma survivors, including those living with PTSD, CPTSD, or the lasting effects of difficult life experiences. We recognize that trauma can impact every part of your life—your relationships, your sense of safety, and even the way you see yourself. We are here for you whether your trauma is recent or long in the past, whether it stems from a single event or repeated experiences, and whether you’ve shared your story before or are speaking it aloud for the first time. Together, we create a safe, grounded space where your voice matters, your pace is respected, and your healing is guided by compassion and choice. Our trauma-informed approach honors your resilience while supporting you in rebuilding trust, connection, and a sense of safety in the world.


  • Our clinicians provide deeply affirming care for highly sensitive and deeply empathetic people who often feel the world more intensely than those around them. We understand the unique challenges and gifts that come with noticing subtleties others miss, feeling emotions deeply, and caring profoundly for others. We are here for you whether you’ve always known you were highly sensitive, are just beginning to understand this part of yourself, or are seeking a space where your depth and empathy are seen as strengths rather than flaws. Together, we create a safe, grounding space where your sensitivity is honored, your boundaries are supported, and your needs are met with understanding and respect. Our approach helps you navigate overwhelm, protect your energy, and embrace your sensitivity as an integral part of who you are.


  • Beth provides deeply attuned, affirming care for individuals who have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) or bipolar disorder, as well as those experiencing challenges with emotional regulation. She understands that these experiences are often shaped by relational trauma, stigma, and misunderstanding, and she is committed to creating a space where you are met with compassion rather than judgment. Beth works with you to better understand your emotions, build self-trust, and form relationships that feel safe and nourishing. Using an integrative, strengths-based approach—including DBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy—she honors your resilience while supporting you in finding balance, connection, and a deeper sense of self.

  • Tara provides culturally responsive, 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed counseling for those managing anxiety, depression, grief, and communication difficulties in relationships. She integrates Gottman-informed techniques to help couples foster deeper connection and conflict resolution, while also supporting parents in balancing self-care, emotional well-being, and family dynamics.


  • Our clinicians provide compassionate, affirming care for individuals experiencing career burnout, high stress, and life uncertainty. We understand how overwhelming it can feel to juggle responsibilities, face constant pressure, or navigate seasons of change without a clear path forward. We create a supportive space where you can slow down, process your experiences, and reconnect with what matters most to you. Through a collaborative and strengths-based approach, we help you manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate a sense of balance, clarity, and purpose in your work and life.


  • Our clinicians provide compassionate, affirming care for people who feel disconnected from their own power and struggle with self-trust. We understand how life experiences, relationships, and systemic pressures can make it difficult to fully believe in yourself or feel confident in your choices. In our work together, we create a supportive space where your voice is honored, your strengths are recognized, and your boundaries are respected. Through a collaborative, strengths-based approach, we help you reconnect with your inner wisdom, rebuild self-trust, and step into your power in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.


  • Rowan and Jada provide compassionate, affirming care for creative, deep feelers seeking expressive, person-centered healing. They offer a warm, emotionally focused space for neurodivergent, queer, and chronically ill individuals to explore self-expression and healing through art, storytelling, and somatic awareness. Rooted in trauma-informed care, they blend creative modalities with deep emotional processing, helping clients reconnect with themselves, embrace their emotions, and discover new ways to express their inner world. Their work celebrates creativity as a source of empowerment, self-understanding, and authentic connection.

Meet the team that gets you

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Our therapists aren’t just trained professionals—we’re real people who bring our whole selves into this work. We see you, and we meet you where you are, with warmth, authenticity, and the kind of care that doesn’t just check boxes—it it feels like a space where you finally belong..

  • 🎨 Jada Gibson (she/her)-

    Currently serving clients located in Georgia

    Specializes in supporting individuals, particularly creatives, entrepreneurs, artists, and high achievers, who are on journeys of self-acceptance and healing from internalized harmful narratives shaped by systemic pressures. Her therapeutic approach is person-centered, meeting clients where they are with empathy and collaboration.

    Jada integrates expressive arts into therapy, utilizing visual art, music, writing, movement, and poetry to help clients access emotions and insights that may be difficult to articulate verbally. This creative process offers a gentle and expansive path toward healing.

    Her practice also emphasizes radical self-love and acceptance, creating a space of curiosity and compassion for clients as they explore their identities and unlearn harmful messages. She acknowledges the impact of systemic forces such as racism, ableism, and other forms of oppression on mental health, and she invites clients to bring their whole selves—including cultural wisdom and practices—into the therapeutic space.

    Jada's specialties include person-centered therapy, liberation-based therapy, somatic practices, relational-cultural therapy, and trauma-informed affirming care. Her holistic and affirming approach aims to empower clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and foster meaningful change.

  • 🌊Tara Tresslar (she/her) –

    Currently serving clients located in Georgia

    Compassionate counseling for individuals and couples. Tara helps clients navigate the pressures of daily life, emotional regulation, and relationships in a world that can feel overwhelming and uncertain.

    She specializes in working with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting stress, and relationship challenges. She also provides Gottman-informed couples therapy, helping partners strengthen connection, improve communication, and navigate differences in values with mutual respect and understanding.

    Tara integrates DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed approaches, offering both practical tools and deep emotional support. Whether you need a space to process, reframe, or learn new ways to engage with yourself and others, Tara is here to help.

  • 🌿Beth Reiter (she/her)

    Currently serving clients located in Georgia

    A deeply attuned, relational therapist specializing in grief, identity, and emotional intensity. Beth creates a space where clients can explore life’s complexities at their own pace.

    She specializes in working with individuals navigating borderline personality disorder (BPD), rejection sensitivity, attachment wounds, and identity development. With an integrative, strengths-based approach, Beth blends DBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to help clients build self-trust, emotional regulation, and deeper connections with themselves and others.

    If you’ve ever been told you feel “too much” or struggle with finding stability in relationships, Beth provides a safe, affirming space to make sense of your emotions and learn new ways to move through the world with self-compassion.

  • 🦓 Rowan Crawfish (she/her)

    Currently serving clients located in Georgia and South Carolina

    Creative, emotionally focused, and deeply trauma-informed. Rowan believes healing happens in relationships, starting with the one you have with yourself. Her approach is person-centered, affirming, and intuitive, meeting each client with deep empathy and curiosity.

    She integrates art, storytelling, and creative expression to help clients explore emotions in ways that feel natural and accessible, particularly for those who process experiences nonverbally or through metaphor. She specializes in working with queer, neurodivergent, and chronically ill individuals—offering a space where you don’t have to mask, over-explain, or justify your experience.

    Mental health spaces have historically overlooked the needs of neurodivergent, queer, and chronically ill individuals. Therapy has too often been built around systems that weren’t designed for you. That’s not what happens here.

We are here to honor your pace, your truth, and your journey. Therapy with us isn’t about checking a box or following a script—it’s about finding a space that feels like home for your healing.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. We’re here when you’re ready.

Use the calendar below to schedule a free 15-minute consultation phone call with the therapist you would like to work with, or you can contact us through the contact form for help scheduling a free 15-minute video chat consultation!

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