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Counseling Services

We are an integrative counseling and wellness facility staffed with highly skilled therapists who are committed to a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Welcome to the Banyan Tree

Take a quick tour with our founding director, Staci Pfeiffer, to see who we are and what we're about. Step inside our Athens office, meet a few of our therapists, and get a feel for the warm, grounded space we've built for our community.

Banyan Tree: An Athens-Based Counseling Center

As a team of therapists in Athens, GA, we are the premier integrative counseling and wellness facility committed to a holistic approach to health and well-being. We offer counseling and psychotherapy, as well as other complementary services to heal and develop the mind and body.

We believe that challenges in life offer an opportunity to develop new skills, enrich relationships, and become stronger, more confident versions of our authentic selves. We offer a safe place for our clients to explore their hopes and fears and remove the barriers that prevent them from living a full and rich life.

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Live Well + Thrive

Begin your journey toward wellness at the Banyan Tree today!

Compassionate counseling

Are you struggling with a problem that you can't solve on your own?

Do you hope to find a compassionate counselor who can help? At the Banyan Tree, we provide complete counseling services, including marriage counseling, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, loss, job stress, issues related to life transitions, and more. Reaching out to a qualified counselor can be the first step to feeling better.

Our team of counselors in Athens, GA is comprised of highly trained mental health professionals. We believe that focusing on the whole person is the most effective way to produce lasting change. That's why we strive to provide a comprehensive selection of professional counseling services.

A Mission That Aligns With Your Health + Wellness

Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable environment to connect to our clients quickly and compassionately and to empower each person to find creative solutions to life's challenges.

We provide supportive in-person and online therapy for individuals, couples, and families to catalyze positive life changes, strengthen connections, and promote personal growth. You are not alone in these struggles.

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2025 Community Choice Award - Best Counseling Center in Athens

We're honored to announce that The Banyan Tree Center has been voted the 2025 Community Choice Award winner for Best Counseling Center in Athens!

Thank you to everyone in our community who supports us and trusts us on their journey. We couldn't do it without you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about counseling at The Banyan Tree.

Where is The Banyan Tree located?

The Banyan Tree is located at 240 Old Epps Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30606 — just off Epps Bridge Road near the University of Georgia. We provide in-person counseling at our Athens office and telehealth therapy to clients throughout Georgia.

What kinds of therapy do you offer?

We provide individual counseling, couples and family therapy, children and teen counseling, trauma and PTSD treatment, OCD treatment, neurodiversity-affirming therapy, women's issues, alcohol and drug counseling, and psychological testing. Our team in Athens, GA serves clients across the full lifespan with a holistic, integrative approach.

Do you accept insurance?

The Banyan Tree is primarily a private-pay practice — we work with insurance companies as out-of-network providers. We can provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. Our intake coordinator can discuss specific rates and benefits during your free consultation call.

How do I get started?

Call our intake line, complete the online contact form, or book a free 15-minute consultation. Our intake coordinator will ask about what brings you to therapy, your preferences, and your schedule — then match you with the therapist at The Banyan Tree in Athens, GA most likely to be a great fit.

Do you see clients online?

Yes. The Banyan Tree provides HIPAA-compliant online counseling to clients located anywhere in Georgia. Most of our services translate well to secure video sessions, though we recommend in-person for psychological testing and some trauma approaches like EMDR.

How much does therapy cost?

Our session rates range by provider experience level and credentialing. We publish transparent provider tiers and session-package discounts on our Hourly Rates page. Reduced-fee options through graduate-student counselors are also available. Sliding-scale discussions happen with our intake team.

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