In-Person in Atlanta, GA 30324
Online in Georgia
I am very passionate about helping other people as I believe that every person is inherently valuable and worthy of living a meaningful and balanced life.
As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients. Much of my clinical experience includes working with adults and adolescents who struggle with addiction, depression, and anxiety. I also enjoy working with those who are simply in the process of adjusting to challenging life circumstances and events (i.e., the loss of a loved one, starting a new job, coping with a global pandemic). In all of these cases, I believe that change and healing take place in the context of relationships with others, and I consider it a privilege to cultivate therapeutic relationships with people who are working towards making meaningful changes.
I draw from several theories of psychotherapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and person-centered therapy. As a clinician who also has an educational background in theological studies, I integrate spirituality and spiritual formation into counseling when desired by clients, always with the intention of helping clients achieve their goals.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian clients.
Languages: English and Spanish
Treatment Approach
- Christian Counseling Blends psychological practices with Christian values and scripture. It provides faith-based support for life challenges and spiritual growth.
- 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.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: My approach to counseling is fundamentally relational. I want you to feel both safe and understood in the therapeutic relationship that we cultivate together. In my view, the counseling room should be a “sacred space” where you can explore the deepest and most vulnerable parts of yourself. In order for you to do that kind of work, we need to tend to our therapeutic relationship.
I find several theories of psychotherapy to be very helpful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps us to better understand the relationships between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness provide useful concepts and tools to help you relate to difficult thoughts and experiences in new ways, enabling you to live in a way that more closely aligns with your values and potential.
If you want faith and spirituality to be integrated into therapy sessions, I gladly explore those areas with you as well and highlight ways to draw upon those strengths.
Education & Credentials
Palmer McCluskey, LPC LPC
- Male
- License # LPC014150
- Licensed in Georgia
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia where I majored in Spanish and sociology. For my graduate studies, I moved to the Chicago area and completed Master of Arts degrees in mental health counseling and theological studies.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $180
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I am able to offer sliding scale rates on a limited basis. If the $180/session rate is not affordable for you right now, please reach out to me anyways.
- Out of Network
- I can provide a superbill for you to file an out-of-network claim to your health insurance company.
Palmer McCluskey, LPC Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Atlanta, GA 30324
- Available Online for residents of Georgia