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A place where every story matters

TheraRise Counseling & Consulting is a boutique specialty practice providing compassionate, inclusive mental health care for individuals navigating life's most meaningful, and often challenging, transitions. We believe healing begins with feeling seen, understood, and supported—and we're honored to walk alongside you every step of the way.

ABOUT THERARISE

OUR STORY

Rooted in compassion.
Created for meaningful growth.

At TheraRise Counseling & Consulting, we believe healing begins with feeling truly seen.

Life doesn't unfold in neat chapters, and neither do the experiences that bring people to therapy. Whether you're navigating infertility, preparing to welcome a child, processing trauma, exploring your identity, managing anxiety, or simply trying to find your footing during a season of change, you deserve care that honors the whole of your story.

TheraRise was created to provide more than a place to talk. We set out to build a practice where compassion and clinical excellence exist side by side—where every person is welcomed with curiosity instead of judgment, and where therapy feels collaborative, affirming, and deeply human.

As we've grown, so has our vision. Today, TheraRise extends beyond counseling to include clinical supervision, professional consultation, education, and partnerships that strengthen the communities we serve. No matter which service brings you here, our commitment remains the same: to create meaningful relationships, provide thoughtful guidance, and support lasting growth through every season of life.

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Care that honors the whole person

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about feeling safe enough to reconnect with who you've always been. Our work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, collaboration, and respect for every person's unique story.

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Meeting You Where
You Are

Meaningful change begins with feeling accepted exactly as you are today. We meet each person with empathy, respect, and a commitment to understanding their unique experiences before charting a path forward together.

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Inclusive
by Design

We intentionally create care that affirms diverse identities, family structures, cultures, relationships, and lived experiences.

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Evidence-Informed
& Individualized

We combine research-supported approaches with personalized care that honors your strengths, goals, and unique journey.

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Growth Through Connection

Healing happens within safe, trusting relationships. We believe meaningful growth is nurtured through collaboration, authenticity, and genuine human connection.

Meet Our Team

OUR CLINICIANS

Our clinicians bring diverse experiences, specialties, and perspectives, but we're united by a shared commitment to compassionate, relationship-centered care. No matter who you work with, you'll find a supportive space where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow.

Kaitlyn McLaughlin, Licensed Professional Counselor and Founder of TheraRise Counseling & Consulting

Kaitlyn McLaughlin,
LPC, NCC, CPCS

FOUNDER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
She/Her
       Serving clients in GA, OR, FL, & SC


Kaitlyn specializes in women's issues, LGBTQIA+,  fertility/family building, pregnancy/postpartum, motherhood/parenting, trauma, anxiety/depression, and life transitions.

Rhonda Tanner, Pre-Licensed Counselor at TheraRise Counseling & Consulting

Rhonda Tanner, MA
PRE-LICENSED COUNSELOR
She/Her
       Serving clients in GA


Rhonda specializes in women's issues, stress & anxiety, depression & grief, trauma & PTSD, life transitions, and foster families.

You don't have to navigate this season alone.

Whether you're beginning therapy for the first time or returning for support during a new chapter of life, we're here to help you move forward with confidence, compassion, and hope.

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Fully Virtual Practice

Secure teletherapy sessions only.

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Licensed in Georgia, Oregon, Florida, & South Carolina*

*Availability varies by clinician and state licensure

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Inclusive. Affirming. Always.

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