CLINICIANS
Practice Owner & Clinician
Lindsay Bottoms, NCC, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
My style of therapy is warm, interactive, and positive. I like to allow space for someone to explore things at their own pace while also recognizing when someone needs helpful direct support. I focus on finding strengths, to build resilience and master the challenges you sought to overcome. My promise is to ensure you are provided with a space where you will be heard, feel valued and appropriately and effectively challenged.
I utilize a trauma informed integrative approach based on your individual needs. This includes evidenced based practices in child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy including play therapy, art and sand tray therapy, expressive arts therapy, attachment and family therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Education & Experience
Lindsay completed her graduate work in 2013 at Capella University. She holds a National Board Certification in counseling, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia, a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor, and Certified Professional Counseling Supervisor. She served as the President for the Hawaii Association for Play Therapy in 2016-2018 and is currently member of the Association for Play Therapy (National) as well as the Georgia Association for Play Therapy.
Lindsay has worked in public education as a school counselor and a behavioral health specialist for the division of school based behavioral health, providing mental health treatment to children and teens at school. Lindsay currently focuses her attention on her outpatient counseling private practice.
Affiliations
Clinician
Kristen Phillips, LMSW
Is your child struggling to cope with a big life change? Are you seeing behaviors that worry you as a parent and can’t seem to find a way forward? You have come to the right place! My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free environment for you and your family. I understand that everyone has a unique path that has gotten them to where they are, and I will do my best to understand what that means for you. I am excited to partner with you on this journey!
Education & Experience
Kristen utilizes a culturally sensitive and trauma focused approach along with evidenced based mental health interventions in the areas of child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Campbellsville University with a clinical area of focus, is a licensed master social worker and working towards her Georgia clinical social work license. She is pursuing the three-year process of becoming a Registered Play Therapist with post graduate training, clinical experience, and supervision. Kristen obtains supervision from Lindsay Bottoms.
Kristen serves clients ranging from age two to adulthood. Her therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered, focusing on healing the whole person from the inside out. She employs a variety of research-based interventions, including but not limited to EMDR, child-centered play therapy, Autplay therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems therapy, alongside insights into childhood and adolescent development. Kristen is passionate about empowering her clients with the confidence and skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. Her experience encompasses working with children, adults, and families facing a wide range of mental health issues, such as trauma, ADHD, anxiety, victims of sexual abuse, crisis intervention, grief, divorce and co-parenting, parent coaching, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and difficulties in regulating emotions. She collaborates with families, schools, and community agencies to advocate for the best interests of her clients. Kristen has special training in EMDR to help her clients address and alleviate symptoms related to traumatic or distressing experiences.
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Clinician
Rachel Shannon, MSW
Education & Experience
About Me
Hi, I’m Rachel Shannon, LMSW — a licensed master social worker dedicated to helping teens, adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care.
I specialize in supporting individuals working through mood disorders, trauma, and attachment-related issues, offering a safe and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can truly take root. My therapeutic approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Nervous System Regulation and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, allowing me to meet clients where they are with flexibility and intention.
I hold both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Florida State University (FSU), and I’ve pursued additional certifications to expand my work beyond the traditional office setting. I’m certified in Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy through the University of Denver’s Institute for Human Animal Connection and also hold a Certificate in Equine-Facilitated Learning from the HERD Institute.
Whether we’re sitting together in a room or out in the pasture with horses, my goal is always the same: to help you reconnect with yourself, build healthier relationships, and develop practical tools to move forward with confidence and clarity.
I believe that healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I’m committed to creating an inclusive, affirming environment where every individual and couple feels seen, heard, and supported.
Let’s begin this journey together.
Clinician
Lisa Lewis, APC
I offer a custom approach for each of my clients! Starting with understanding where you are now and the challenges you’re facing. I collaborate with you to put a plan in place to help you move forward and celebrate your successes along the way. Helping people reach their goals is my passion. Whether it is learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, anxiety, depression, or changing a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck, my goal is to help you move through whatever maybe be bothering you with a nonjudgmental, objective approach. I offer in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule.
Education & Experience
Lisa completed her graduate work in 2014 at Capella University. Lisa provides an integrated approach to therapy to include person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems therapy and EMDR. Lisa values creating an empathetic, understanding, and supportive environment in which her clients feel safe, encouraged, and optimistic in achieving desired outcomes. Lisa is under supervision with Lindsay Bottoms. program.
Clinician
Amanda Smaracheck, MS
I graduated with a master’s degree in Professional Counseling in 2002. Following graduation, I worked in public education as an 8th grade special education teacher and then a middle school counselor. I also taught psychology courses as an adjunct professor. More recently I worked as a community-based outpatient mental health therapist with children, teens, adults, and families in the Jacksonville area.
I have experience assisting families with parenting as well as sibling relationships, supporting clients in substance abuse recovery, supporting children in foster care, helping adults, teens and children with ADHD, anxiety, Autism, learning difficulties, depression, trauma and life stress. I enjoy collaborating with you to make goals and strive to be sure that counseling is a comfortable place where you feel heard and understood.
Education & Experience
Currently, I am under supervision with Lindsay Bottoms working towards earning the Georgia professional counseling license as well completing year two of three to become a registered play therapist. Furthermore, I am working towards an Education Specialist (EdS) degree in community psychology specializing in trauma treatment and care.
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Clinician
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Becca Davis, MS, MFT
Marriage and Family Therapist (Under Supervision)
Becca Davis earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia Southern University in 2021 and completed her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy in March 2025. She is currently working under the supervision of Lindsay Bottoms as she pursues full licensure and certification in play therapy.
Becca has experience working with children (ages 3–12), teens, adults, couples, and families. Her approach is rooted in systemic therapy, honoring the interconnectedness of the family unit while also supporting the growth and healing of the individual.
She incorporates elements of solution-focused and narrative therapy to help clients find their voice, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges. Becca is passionate about supporting clients with emotional regulation, coping skills, crisis intervention, grief, marital discord, divorce, co-parenting, anxiety, depression, and a variety of other mental health concerns.
Becca strives to create a compassionate, collaborative space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered on their journey toward healing.
Clinician
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Payton Lee, APC
My approach is defined by understanding, professionalism, and a commitment to assisting clients effectively. I specialize in individuals ages 16 and older seeking counseling. I take a person centered approach with my clients to ensure that I match the needs of each individual to provide the best care I can. It is my passion to help and support others in navigating their mental health journeys. My expertise includes individual, couples, and family counseling.
Education & Experience
I am a mental health professional with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Georgia Southern University. Following my undergraduate studies, I pursued a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands. I currently have an associate’s license and am under supervision with Lindsay Bottoms.
Office Manager
Nicole Williams
Is the Office Manager at Southeast Georgia Counseling & Play
Therapy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of South
Florida. Her background in operations and auditing ensures that the office runs
smoothly and efficiently, allowing the counseling professionals to focus on providing
exceptional care to their clients.