Hope Mental Wellness Center

We provide a variety of counseling services to address different needs, including:

• Individual Therapy: For personal struggles such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, family concerns/conflicts, and life transitions.
• Couples Counseling: To help partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship.
• Support Groups: A supportive environment for individuals facing similar challenges (e.g., grief, trauma, anxiety and depression, etc.).

We currently have four providers. You’ll find their bios below.

We hope to add more providers once we move into our new center (January 2026).

• Provider bios/areas of specialization. Read our provider bios which will give you a little information about them personally, their qualifications, and areas of specialization.
• Availability. Our online Inquiry/Appointment Scheduling feature will allow you to align your scheduling needs with a providers hours and current availability.
• If you are still undecided, contact our Practice Manager and she will be happy to assist you. Message, Susan Cady, on the portal or call 706.922.7041.

Typically, the first step is an initial appointment to discuss your concerns and goals with your provider. From there, the provider will work with you to create a plan tailored to your specific needs. This may involve weekly or bi-weekly sessions and homework assignments to practice new skills. We treat every first session as a single session. Many times you will get what you need from that first session. However, if you feel more sessions are needed, we are happy to book further sessions. You and your provider will discuss this in your initial session.

Over time, your sessions with your provider can help you gain insight and develop healthier coping strategies to improve your overall well-being. Therefore, your experience depends largely on your willingness to engage in this process, which may sometimes result in significant discomfort. In other words, sometimes, we may feel worse before we feel better, and others may not be happy about the changes you make. But if you persevere, we will support you and help you clarify what you want for yourself. And you can stop at any given time. The choice is yours.

Beginning January 2, 2026,  our fees will be $75 per session.

Our current fees are $35 per session, payable at the time of your session. We also offer a sliding scale for clients in financial need. Contact our office for more information. At this time we are unable to accept insurance or provide super bills.

In addition to session fees, your provider may suggest assessments or materials which will aid in your care and these may incur additional fees. You will always have the option to decline these additional charges.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

We offer in person and Telehealth sessions for most concerns.

1. Request an appointment online through our secure Client Portal by clicking on the Inquire/Schedule an Appointment button above. This will direct you to our Client Portal. Select “I’m a New Client” and follow the prompts to request your provider and appointment time.
2. Call our office and speak to our Practice Manager, Susan Cady, or Scheduler to schedule an appointment: 706.922.7041.

• Note: All scheduling and billing is handled by our Practice Manager, not our providers. Our providers are here for your counseling needs and concerns.

In addition to using our Client Portal to schedule your first appointment, you can use the portal to manage your care with ease and the assurance of confidentiality of care:

The client portal will make it easy for you to:

• Complete any documents your provider will need prior your first appointment.
• Access documents from your provider related to your care. 
• Message your provider between sessions with any counseling concerns.
• Book appointments online.
• Reschedule or cancel any upcoming appointments.
• Pay your session fees by credit/debit card. (Payments may be made by cash/check in person.)
• Message our Practice Manager for any scheduling needs, billing concerns, or general questions about our services.

Your email is all you need to log in to the portal via your web browser or the Simple Practice Client App. Download the app on Apple or Google Play. If you need assistance with accessing or navigating the portal, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

We are currently on the Augusta Campus of Warren Church located at 3203 Washington Rd, Augusta GA. Our offices are located away from the main church offices and we have a private entrance with doorbell access. Download our map for parking and entrance directions.

It’s essential that you feel comfortable and supported in counseling. We treat all first appointments as single sessions. This gives you an opportunity to meet your provider and see if they are the right fit for you. If you feel your provider isn’t a good fit, please contact our Practice Manager. We can discuss your concerns and, if needed, help you find a provider who better matches your needs.