Psychotherapy for Adults, Families & Children
Helping you feel more connected, understood, and supported.
Evidence-based, attachment-focused therapy for anxiety, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), relationship challenges, and life transitions—so you can move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance
Services
We provide evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), relationship challenges, and life transitions—helping you feel more grounded, understood, and connected in your life and relationships.
Healing begins in safe connection—where your emotions are understood, your needs matter, and new patterns can emerge.
N. Dougè
Individual Therapy
Go beyond coping—create meaningful, lasting change.
Individual therapy at Heartwood offers a supportive, personalized space where you can slow down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with yourself.
Couple & Family Therapy
Rebuild Connection. Break the Cycle. Strengthen Your Relationships.
Relationships can feel overwhelming when the same arguments keep happening, communication breaks down, or emotional distance starts to grow. Whether you’re navigating conflict as a couple or tension within your family, it’s easy to feel stuck and unsure how to move forward.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Clarity, Understanding, and a Path Forward
If you’ve been struggling with focus, organization, emotional regulation, or feeling overwhelmed in daily life, you may be wondering if Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is part of the picture. Our ADHD evaluations are designed to give you clear answers—not just a label, but a deeper understanding of how your brain works
Kidz Corner
Child & Adolescent Therapy Services
At Kidz Korner, we provide a supportive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate space where children and adolescents can explore their emotions, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills.
Relationship And Life Coaching
You need clarity, direction, and someone to help you move forward with intention.
Coaching at Heartwood is designed for individuals and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about their next step.
Nikisha Dougé
MA, LMFT, ADHD-CCSP
Founder of Heartwood Marriage & Family Wellness, Nikisha Douge helps individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship challenges with a focus on emotional connection and lasting change.
Her approach is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), blending practical tools with deeper emotional work. She believes that struggles make sense when the underlying patterns are understood, and that meaningful healing occurs when individuals feel seen, safe, and supported.
Heartwood is here to Help!
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Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept select insurance plans, including BCBS, Cigna, Medicare & Aetna. Coverage can vary, especially for couples or family sessions, so we recommend verifying your benefits prior to your first appointment.
Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?
We offer both in-person sessions in Georgia and virtual therapy for clients located in Georgia and Oregon. Oregon sessions are scheduled through our trusted partner, Mindful Therapy Group.
What types of clients do you work with?
We work with individuals, couples, families, teens, and children navigating anxiety, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), relationship challenges, and life transitions.
How do I get started?
Getting started is simple—reach out by phone or text @ 404-939-1989, and we’ll guide you through scheduling, insurance verification, and next steps. If we’re at capacity, we’re happy to add you to our waitlist.
Do you offer ADHD evaluations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive ADHD evaluations using evidence-based tools in partnership with Creyos. These assessments help us better understand your cognitive profile and guide personalized treatment recommendations.
What is your approach to therapy?
Our work is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We focus on understanding the emotional patterns beneath your experiences while also providing practical tools to support meaningful, lasting change.
How long does therapy take?
The length of therapy varies depending on your goals and needs. Some clients benefit from short-term, solution-focused work, while others engage in longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns and create lasting change.
Our Approach & Philosophy
Understanding You, Not Just Your Symptoms
At Heartwood, we believe therapy should go beyond managing symptoms—it should help you understand yourself more deeply. Your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors don’t exist in isolation; they are shaped by your experiences, your relationships, and the patterns you’ve developed over time.
Emotionally Focused, Evidence-Based Care
Our work is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an evidence-based approach that helps uncover the emotional patterns beneath distress. We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to provide practical tools that support real, everyday change. This combination allows us to address both the “why” behind your experiences and the “how” to move forward.
The Power of Connection
We believe that healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships—including the one you build in therapy. Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship challenges, our focus is on helping you feel seen, understood, and supported as you navigate change.
Lasting, Meaningful Change
Our goal isn’t quick fixes—it’s lasting transformation. By increasing emotional awareness, strengthening coping skills, and shifting unhelpful patterns, we help you create meaningful change that carries into your daily life and relationships.
Partners
At Heartwood, we collaborate with trusted organizations to provide thoughtful, high-quality care. We partner with Mindful Therapy Group for streamlined scheduling and access to care, and utilize assessment tools through Creyos to support comprehensive ADHD and cognitive evaluations.
We are also aligned with the standards and ethical guidelines of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, ensuring our work is grounded in best practices within the field of marriage and family therapy.
