Over twenty-five Years Providing Mental Health Services
I offer individual and couples psychotherapy with adults. I also offer individual and family psychotherapy with adolescents.
I have worked in private practice in the Atlanta area since 1985. I have been at my current office location in downtown Marietta since 2001.
I write a monthly article on mental health issues for the publication Our Town. You can review current and past issues of this publication at www.ourtownmonthly.com.
I maintain a blog on emotional wellness, relationships and mental health issues. You can follow this blog at
www.marietta-psychologist.blogspot.com.
About Dr. Bailey
Education and Training
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Clinical Internship (1984) Louisiana State University Medical Center; New Orleans, Louisiana
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Ph.D. (1984) University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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M.A. (1982) University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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B.A. (1979) Mercer University; Macon, Georgia
I have been fortunate to have participated in many post-doctoral training programs with highly respected and accomplished experts in the field of mental health. I have years of extensive post-graduate training in therapy issues, couples therapy, and sexual issues.
My Philosophy
I believe in the wisdom each of us possesses. I see a therapist, not as an all knowing expert to provide answers, but rather as a collaborator who assists in the process of change and growth by functioning as a coach, a facilitator, a cheerleader, and a provider of accountability. Because it is impossible to have objectivity about our own lives, a therapist can provide a clearer view of where you are “getting stuck” and offer an alternative perspective of how to make changes so that life is improved.
Research has shown that the most important predictor of therapy success is a good working relationship between clients and therapist. Since therapy involves a large commitment of time, money and energy, we need to work together to establish good teamwork.
In addition to the training and experience of a therapist, it is important to find someone with whom you feel comfortable and understood. I welcome an opportunity of discuss your thoughts or questions to see if I am the right person to assist you with your concerns. If you don’t feel I am the right person, I will assist you in finding a “better fit” so you can reach your goals.
