Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Akemi McGoogan, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed clinical social worker - anxiety and parenting support
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- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW005518
- NPI
- 1174935332
- Experience
- 18 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Akemi supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Anxiety and stress
- Parenting support
- CBT and mindfulness
About Akemi
Akemi McGoogan is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Georgia with 18 years of practice. She works with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy concerns, and life changes. She also addresses career strain, grief, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and sleep problems.
Akemi draws on practical, goal-focused methods. She often uses cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to help shift unhelpful thinking and to build better daily habits. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment approaches and attachment-informed ideas to help clients notice what matters most and make changes that fit their values.
She describes herself as motivational and goal-oriented. Sessions tend to focus on identifying small, doable steps and changing patterns that keep people stuck. Akemi has written short guides and journals aimed at postpartum mothers and has worked with parents, young adults, and military service members in her career.
Her experience includes direct-practice social work training and nearly two decades in clinical roles. That background informs work with people facing caregiver stress, blended family issues, adoption and foster care questions, fertility and fatherhood concerns, and end-of-life or hospice-related matters.
People who choose her can expect straightforward, action-focused sessions that mix thought work with practical skills. She asks about goals and helps map a plan that fits day-to-day life, with an emphasis on changing thinking patterns and building coping skills.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches work in online sessions
Akemi commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-informed techniques. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages noticing thoughts and choosing actions that align with personal values, which can help with motivation and life changes. Attachment-based ideas look at how early relationship patterns affect current relationships and communication, useful for intimacy and family concerns.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will talk with each person about goals, daily routines, and what feels realistic. Together they decide which methods to try, then adjust based on what helps most over a few sessions. The process is collaborative and aimed at usable skills rather than labels.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, cut commuting time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in real-life settings and bring questions about parenting, caregiving, or work stress directly into the conversation.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting challenges, career strain, ADHD, and related topics listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is motivational and goal-oriented. She uses cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment ideas, and attachment-informed work to create practical steps forward.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in the state of Georgia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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