In-Person in Atlanta, GA 30345
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
When anxiety, depression, or overwhelming emotions interfere with daily life, finding the right support matters. Perimeter Mood and Anxiety Program (PMAP) offers personalized therapy, psychological assessment, and parent guidance in Atlanta. We work with you to understand your concerns, identify meaningful goals, and find a clinician whose services fit your needs. In-person appointments and virtual therapy with select clinicians are available. Contact us to discuss your needs and take the next step.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English, Spanish, Farsi
Treatment Approach
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
Approach Description: Our approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based psychological treatment. We begin by understanding your concerns and goals, then work with you to develop an individualized plan.
Depending on your needs and your clinician’s training, treatment may draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Activation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-focused approaches such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and DBT–Prolonged Exposure.
We help clients understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and behavior and develop skills to address the challenges that brought them to therapy. Our services also include parent guidance and psychological assessment to help clarify concerns and guide recommendations.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- PMAP offers a range of clinician options to help make therapy more accessible. Our postdoctoral fellow provides therapy at reduced rates, and our practicum student offers services at a further reduced rate. Please contact us to discuss your needs, budget, and current availability so we can help identify an appropriate clinician. Our postdoctoral fellow offers both in-person and virtual sessions; appointments with our practicum student are in person only.
- Out of Network
Education & Credentials
Perimeter Mood and Anxiety Program
- Female, Male
- License # PSY002840
- Licensed in Georgia
- PSYPACT Mobility # 15453
- Practicing Since 2020
Education: PMAP is led by licensed psychologists who hold doctoral degrees (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in psychology, reflecting extensive graduate education, clinical research, and supervised training in assessment and treatment. Our practice also includes postdoctoral fellows who have completed their doctorates and ad
Perimeter Mood and Anxiety Program Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Atlanta, GA 30345
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy via Therapy Notes and Doxy
Perimeter Mood and Anxiety Program (PMAP) is a psychology group practice in Atlanta offering care for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficulty managing strong emotions. Our services include individual therapy, comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), DBT skills groups, and parent guidance. We also provide psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults, including assessments addressing ADHD, autism, and learning differences.
Our team includes three psychologist partners—Julie Etzel, Ph.D., Cynthia Ramirez, Ph.D., and D. Craig Kerley, Psy.D.—along with a postdoctoral fellow and a practicum student. We help you consider which clinician and services best fit your concerns, preferences, and goals.
We take a collaborative approach to care. Your experiences and priorities help shape the treatment plan, and we work with you to develop practical skills that you can use in everyday life.
In-person appointments take place at our office at 1762 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345. Our psychologist partners and postdoctoral fellow also offer virtual therapy for clients located in Georgia. Appointments with our practicum student are in person only. Psychological assessments are conducted in person.
To get started, contact PMAP to request a phone consultation. We will discuss what you are looking for, answer your questions, and help you consider the available clinician and service options.