Pauleena Akers

Pauleena Akers, LCSW, CSW, works with people in Georgia to set meaningful goals and navigate life changes. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process that examines thoughts and feelings to build clearer direction. Her style invites clients to explore alternative perspectives and to dig deeper into patterns that influence daily functioning.

Her clinical practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered principles, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. She asks questions about automatic thoughts, offers different ways to view situations, and supports development of practical coping strategies. Specialties listed include stress, anxiety, relationships, family and blended family issues, self esteem, grief, sleep concerns, career challenges, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue, alongside additional focus on aging, postpartum mood concerns, body image, and women's issues.

Akers earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice in 2014, began work as a substance abuse counselor in 2015, completed a Master of Social Work at Valdosta State University in 2018, and sought professional licensure in 2022. She has six years of experience and has provided social services across inpatient and outpatient settings. Outside work she enjoys traveling, reading, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her family.