Holly Blalock earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Augusta University’s Counselor Education program and is currently in the process of obtaining her associate professional licensure. She completed her clinical training at a private practice in Augusta, Georgia, where she worked with children, adults, and families of all ages. Holly has experience in treating trauma-related disorders, reactive attachment disorder, adjustment disorders, depression, self-harm, grief, and suicidal ideation. She has additional experience helping families with particularly complex challenges, such as high-conflict divorce and parent-child reunification. She employs a person-centered approach, identifying herself as a developmental theorist and working within a therapeutic framework of attachment. Holly has received specialized trauma training and is trained under consultation in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Holly offers EMDR as a treatment modality for trauma and trauma-related experiences, utilizing her extensive knowledge and skills to support her clients’ healing and growth. Holly is under the supervision of Dr. Hanna Cespedes, Ph.D, M.S., LPC, ACS, NCC. To reach out to Holly for any questions or further information, please feel free to email her at holly@pacificacounseling.org or call (478) 219- 3150. She accepts clients at both Macon and Peachtree Corners and offers virtual and in-person services.

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Dr. Hanna Cespedes is our practice owner, approved clinical supervisor, and licensed professional counselor. She completed her doctoral degree in counseling at Mercer University and is currently accepting new clients in both our Peachtree Corners and Macon location. She specializes in Attachment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and working with individuals experiencing severe mental illness. She works with individuals, groups, and couples.

To reach out to Hanna for any questions, please feel free to email her at: hanna_cespedes@pacificacounseling.org

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Melissa is a graduate from Mercer University School of Medicine and holds a Master’s degree of Marriage and Family Therapy. She received her clinical training as an intern at The Family Therapy Center in Macon, GA counseling adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families of all ages. She is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Melissa provides treatment to individuals, families, and couples, suffering from mental and emotional health issues and relationship problems. She follows a systematic approach to therapy along with emotion focused and attachment orientations. Melissa approaches therapy focusing on integrating the goals of treatment with the specific needs of each individual.

To reach out to Melissa for any questions, please feel free to email her at melissa@pacificacounseling.org

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Autumn is a master’s level clinician who graduated from Mercer University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. She is an associate professional counselor and has her National Counseling Certification. She is located virtually in our Peachtree Corners office and in person in our Macon location. She is accepting new clients in-person and online. Autumn’s interests are in working with survivors of sexual violence and interpersonal trauma, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) with children and is interested in Feminist, Existential, and Person-Centered therapies as well. Additionally, she also enjoys working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community through various issues. To learn more, please visit her Psychology Today profile.

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Dr. Patrick Notini is a Board Certified Psychiatrist and is accepting new adult patients in Macon and virtually. He received his M.D. at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at UT Health San Antonio. Currently, he also functions as the sole Psychiatrist and Medical Director for the mental health clinic at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia.

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Eliza completed her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She has her National Counseling Certification (NCC) and is in the process of obtaining full professional counseling licensure. Eliza has previous work experience with in a variety of settings including outpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and residential. Eliza specializes in trauma informed care, eating disorder recovery, couples/ families, mood related disorders, and co ocurring disorders. Eliza is now accepting new clients in-person or telehealth services at the Peachtree Corners location.

To reach out to Eliza for any questions, please feel free to email her at : eliza@pacificacounseling.org

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Jackson is a Master’s level clinician who graduated from Richmont’s clinical and mental health counseling program in May of 2024. He is in the process of becoming fully licensed as a professional counselor. Jackson’s counseling internship involved individual and group therapy for individuals struggling with homelessness in Atlanta. During that time, he was able to accompany clients on their healing journeys. Some of his work included establishing healthier lifestyles, utilizing faith-based interventions, processing the roots of trauma and distress, as well as facilitating peace and wholeness. Jackson prioritizes the counseling relationship, and draws upon different techniques from CBT, DBT, narrative, and solutions-focused approaches. He wishes to walk alongside and support anyone who desires change, understanding, and healing. Jackson is now accepting new clients in person at our Macon location as well as online.

To reach out to Jackson with any questions, please feel free to email him at jackson@pacificacounseling.org

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