Professional Staff
Christi Bartolomucci, Ph.D. | Judi-Lee Webb, Ph.D. | Rhonda J. Perry, Ph.D. | Jenny Van Overbeke Brooks, Ph.D. | CC Williams, Psy.D., MSW
Christi Bartolomucci, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Co-Director
770.293.1950 ext. 104
drchristi@ndccatlanta.com
The foundation of my therapeutic approach is to create a warm, safe, and collaborative environment in order to explore and overcome barriers to living a full and rewarding life. I believe in identifying and utilizing strengths in the process of facing more challenging emotional and relational struggles. Together, my adult clients and I strive to understand how they perceive themselves within the context of their interpersonal relationships and to create a healthy view of self and healthy connections with others. Common issues that my adult clients face include difficulties in key relationships, anxiety, depression, communication, work related issues, and overcoming traumatic histories.
My area of specialty is in working with children, adolescents, and families. I have a particular interest in working with issues related to family difficulties and divorce related issues, peer issues including bullying, as well as struggles related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, school issues such as under performance or avoidance, body image, behavioral challenges, and ADHD. I believe in creating changes within the family system to help the system function more effectively together. My primary goals in family therapy include helping the family unit to gain a greater understanding of the roles, perceptions, and dynamics at play, as well as increasing communication among members. I believe sensitivity to the development and experiences of children and adolescents, and the ability to relate to each, is crucial to this work. I utilize a Play Therapy approach with younger children in order to create effective and natural means for children to express themselves and the turmoil they may be experiencing as well as to find effective resolutions.
I also conduct psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to better understand cognitive and academic functioning, to identify learning disabilities, to gain insight into behavioral and emotional issues as well as facets of personality, and to assess for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and my M.Ed. in Community Counseling from The University of Georgia. I completed a pre-doctoral internship in Child Clinical Psychology at the University of Louisville Health Sciences Center. My post-doctoral fellowship was completed in Pediatric Psychology at Emory University School of Medicine.
I believe it is important to stay connected with professional issues. I have been an active Board Member with the Georgia Psychological Association. I am GPA's Past Chair for Continuing Education. I have served on the boards for the Division of Woman Psychologists and the Division of Family, Adolescent, Child, Evaluation and School Psychologists. I am also a past board member with the International Dyslexia Association Georgia Branch.
I conduct presentations and workshops in schools, universities, community organizations, and conferences on a variety of topics. Workshops on the prevention and intervention of bullying, including electronic and relational bullying, are an area of specialty.
Please feel free to call me with any questions! I look forward to the possibility of working together!
Judi-Lee Webb, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Co-Clinical Director
770-293-1950 ext. 102
drjudi-lee@ndccatlanta.com
As a licensed psychologist, I help clients address various psychological issues. I conduct individual, couples, family, and group therapy with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, body image and obesity, and issues related to relationships, parent-child interactions, adolescence, sexual identity, diversity, trauma, and transgendered identity. 
I believe in establishing a collaborative approach with my clients to help support the therapeutic process. Using mainly cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help my clients learn to identify and challenge their thoughts and unhealthy behaviors so they can develop fuller, more meaningful lives. I work with clients in managing their emotions, balance competing needs, improve their ability to communicate with others, and build a more healthy and resilient self-concept. Utilizing a direct, interactive approach, with a touch of humor, I teach my clients coping skills so they can pull from their 'toolbox' of skills in between sessions and eventually throughout their lives.
As a Jamaican who has lived in America for many years, I am sensitive to minority and cultural issues. I served as the Diversity Delegate for the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Georgia Psychological Association (GPA) as well as the Chair of the GPA Ethnic Minority Affairs Committee. I have also served on the Board of Directors for GPA for four years. In addition, I have been a professional member of the Eating Disorder Information Network (EDIN). I conduct presentations and workshops in schools, universities, community organizations, and conferences.
I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from The University of Georgia, my Master's degree from Howard University, and my Bachelor's degree from The University of Florida. I completed my internship training at the Medical College of Georgia and the VA Hospitals in Augusta, with specialized training in the Eating Disorders, Family Therapy, and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Programs as well as the HIV/AIDS Clinic. My post-doctoral fellowship training was completed at the Atlanta Center for Eating Disorders. I have been in private practice in the Atlanta area since 2003. So, am I a Gator or a Bulldog? I'll let you take a guess.
Rhonda J. Perry, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
770.293.1950 ext. 106
drrhonda@ndccatlanta.com
My approach to counseling is psychodynamic/interpersonal, which basically means that I use the therapeutic relationship to understand how clients are relating with others. I try and help clients uncover unconscious ways of behaving that are interfering with healthy living. I also attempt to help clients understand how early relationships can affect their current way of relating with others. My goal is to assist clients in making healthy, life affirming choices and to do this within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. I also utilize cognitive-behavioral strategies to assist clients with practicing new behaviors that they can incorporate into a more fulfilling life.
I have over 20 years of experience counseling adult (age 18+) individuals, couples and groups with a variety of issues, but focusing mainly on trauma and abuse, unhealthy relationships, multicultural and diversity issues, stress management, couples, adjustment disorders, and anxiety and depression. I also have experience working in University counseling centers including Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, the University of Chicago and Loyola University. As such, I also bring a unique perspective in working with those individuals who are going through transitions and making important life decisions.
My strengths include caring and compassion for the struggles of my clients, an ability to help clients work through their pain, the ability to identify areas for change, and the ability to help clients with practicing new, more effective behaviors. My mission is to make a difference in the world one person at a time.
Additionally, one of the unique factors that I bring is an ability to work with clients whose religious faith is instrumental in many of their life choices. I understand the importance of incorporating one's faith into their therapy experience and am comfortable with talking about those values with my clients.
I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University of Chicago in 1996, my M.S. degree in Counseling from Georgia State University in 1985 and my B.A. in Psychology from the University of Georgia in 1983. I have served in leadership positions in several professional organizations including serving as the President of the Georgia College Counseling Association in 2001, the Georgia Psychological Association Board as a Board Member from 2000-2002, and the Professional Development Chair of the American College Counseling Association from 2004-2008.
The therapeutic process is often not an easy one, but can be extremely rewarding to those who are ready and willing to work on their personal growth. I look forward to working with you as you make your way along your journey.
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Jenny Van Overbeke Brooks, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
770.293.1950 ext. 103
drjenny@ndccatlanta.com
I believe that creating a warm, safe, and respectful environment is pertinent in establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship with my clients. Several schools of thought influence my approach to psychotherapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral and Adlerian. I strongly believe that therapy is a collaborative process between myself and my clients with the overarching goals of improving relationships, self-understanding, adjustment, and life satisfaction.
I see children, adolescents, and adults through the use of individual, couples, group, and family therapy. For my adult clients, therapeutic issues typically focus on depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Therapy focuses on identifying a client’s own strengths and challenges, empowering them to cope more effectively with their life struggles, and improve their relationships and overall functioning through insight, self-awareness, and healthy decision-making skills and coping resources.
The wealth of my experience lies in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Common issues facing my child and adolescent clients include behavioral difficulties, ADHD, pervasive developmental disorders (Autism spectrum), mood disorders, anxiety, family conflict, school performance issues, and social difficulties, such as peer conflict, bullying, and poor social skills in general. With my younger clients, I typically use a play therapy approach, in which developmentally appropriate play-based activities are utilized to communicate with children, assist them in processing the stressors and difficulties in their lives, and learn healthy skills for change. I believe that an important component in working with children and adolescents is the inclusion of the family, as I believe that making changes within the family system is the foundation to therapeutic progress. Family therapy typically centers on improving family communication and relationships, assisting parents in coping with their child’s emotional or behavioral issues at home, and building healthy boundaries, expectations, and family roles.
In addition to therapy, I am experienced in conducting psychological and psychoeducational evaluations. Such evaluations are a tool for identifying a client’s cognitive and academic skills, assessing for learning disabilities and developmental delays, and obtaining information regarding a client’s mental health. Evaluations can yield a wealth of information to help with treatment and educational planning and the identification of appropriate interventions.
I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and my M.Ed. in School Counseling from The University of Georgia. I completed a pre-doctoral internship at The Clayton Center, which offered a wide variety of experiences through several different rotations, including working in a psychoeducational school setting, conducting substance abuse treatment groups, and therapy with children and adults. My post-doctoral training was completed at Atlanta Psychological Services. I currently am involved in the Georgia Psychological Association, serving as secretary of Division F: Women Psychologists. I have been in private practice in the Atlanta area since 2006, and I have also been a part-time instructor at Georgia State University with the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services.
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CC Williams, Psy.D., MSW
Licensed Psychologist
770.293.1950 ext. 105
drcc@ndccatlanta.com
I am a licensed psychologist and also hold a Master's Degree in Social Work. This related, but diverse background helps me to not only look at the individual, but to also take a person’s environment, family of origin and social/financial context into consideration. Therapeutically, my goal is to create a warm, kind and safe environment where my clients can achieve balance. I endeavor to make the journey valuable and enjoyable, even when it’s uncomfortable. My education and experience have allowed me to work with clients experiencing difficulties in transitioning from high school, college/graduate school or a career, relationship issues, issues of identity (ethnic, sexual and professional), sexual abuse, obtaining and maintaining greater independence from parents or spouse, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, social fears, addiction, diversity, divorce, parenting, communication skills, spirituality, health & fitness and self development.
Areas I am particularly passionate about are: relationship issues, multiracial heritage, restructuring roles within the family and college/graduate school issues. My therapeutic style is to be real, present and communicative. I believe in a healthy balance of meeting clients where they are and in gently, firmly challenging. My theoretical orientation incorporates Cognitive Behavioral theory, Interpersonal theory, Family Systems, Psychodynamic and Reality therapies. My approach is to use a variety of techniques, including those that help identify the impact of past experiences on current behaviors; improve ineffective coping methods; and develop positive communications skills to foster healthier interactions with others.
Additionally, I conduct psychological evaluations and present on topics of domestic violence, marriage, family and relationship issues, diversity, parenting and choosing between obtaining a MSW, Psy.D or Ph.D. I have taught at the graduate level at Clark Atlanta University’s School of Social Work and Widener University’s Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology.
I received my Doctorate of Psychology from Widener University, Masters of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Sociology from Spelman College. I am the founder of Psychology Noir, a minority student support group, at Widener University and a member of the American Psychological Association (APA).
I believe therapy is a wonderful addition to most everyone’s life, as it helps us get to know ourselves better, address hang-ups, make healthier and more authentic decisions and position ourselves overall, to be in better relationships and life circumstances.
I look forward to working with you!