Johns Creek & Alpharetta Counseling

09/29/2025

CONNECTION WITH A PURPOSE! - COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH EVENT

We believe that when the community is equipped with the tools to recognize, to assess, and cope with mental health challenges, they're more likely to reach out for help.

Our goal with this event is to empower our community by providing practical resources and support in a fun Fall family environment. Mental health starts with awareness.

- October 25, 2025 | 10AM - 2PM | MILTON COMMUNITY CENTER

This FREE event will feature the following:
- Free Professional Fall Family Photo run by Roots2Nest Photographs.
- Food catered by Blake’s BBQ.

[Please register to receive a FREE meal ticket.]

- Kids’ Fun Zone: Crafts, activities, games + MORE!
- Mental Health Resources from Local Organizations - learn how to get involved!
- Lectures by Mental Health Professionals.

Lecture Topics Include:
- How to Have the Conversation: Su***de Prevention for Kids & Teens
- Teen Depression, Anxiety, and Cell Phones --- Oh My!
- What Your Child's Behavior is Telling You & How to Teach Emotional Regulation

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If you’re a local organization/vendor looking to partner with us or have any questions about the event, contact:

Lyla Mills
Lylamills@Lmillscounseling.com

09/27/2025

🍁 Mark your calendars! Come to have fun & leave inspired and empowered to make a difference in the community!

Saturday, Oct 25 • 10AM–2PM at the Milton Community Center 💛✨
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of FALL FUN, connection, learning:

👧 Kid's Art zone
🎥Free Professional Fall Family Photo
🎨 Fall crafts for sale
🍴 Free BBQ by Blake's BBQ (pre-register for your meal ticket!)
🌿 Mental health resources- learnhow to get involved!
🗣️ Talks on parenting, child behavior & su***de prevention- how to have the conversation- become a difference maker in your community!

👉 Free event! Register here for your meal ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connection-with-a-purpose-tickets-1665720738569

📩 Interested in a booth? Email LylaMills@lmillscounseling.com

Let’s come together for wellness, prevention & community support! 🫶

An event to connect the community with good food, fun, and lectures on how to make difficult mental health conversations easier.

09/24/2025

Your vote matters! We’re competing in the 2025 Best of Georgia Awards, and we need your help to win. Vote now and let’s make this a victory to remember!

To vote, visit gbj.com/alpharetta/health-medical/jcac-johns-creek-alpharetta-counseling-for-children-and-adults

We are so grateful for your support! - TEAM JCAC

09/22/2025

✨ What a wonderful time at Nibbles + Networking! ✨

Thank you to our amazing alumni, staff, and referral partners who joined us for light bites, casual conversation, and meaningful connections. 🥐☕

Your presence made this gathering so special, and we loved seeing everyone come together to share food, stories, and support.

Here’s to many more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow together. 💛

09/22/2025

CLINICAL INTERN HIGLIGHT!

⚡ Meet Makenna! She works with athletes, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, identity, and life transitions—helping clients reconnect with their strengths and create meaningful change. 💪

To learn more, visit jcacounseling.com or call 404-834-2363 to schedule a consultation.

09/19/2025

CLINICAL INTERN HIGHLIGHT!

✨ Meet Akilah! She supports high-achieving individuals and those with chronic illness in navigating stress, burnout, and high-functioning anxiety—helping clients reconnect with balance and self-compassion. 🌿

To learn more, visit jcacounseling.com or call 404-834-2363 to schedule a consultation.

09/18/2025

🌟 Join us Sat, Oct 25 • 10AM–2PM at the Milton Community Center for a FREE family day focused on mental well-being! 🌿💛

✨ Kids’ fun zone + free fall photos 🍂
✨ Fall crafts for sale 🎨
✨ Free BBQ by Blake’s (must pre-register!) 🍴
✨ Mental health booths & resources
✨ Inspiring talks on parenting, child behavior & su***de prevention

To register for this event & to receive your free meal ticket, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connection-with-a-purpose-tickets-1665720738569

📩 Booth inquiries: lylamills@lmillscounseling.com

Don’t miss this day of support, learning & community! 🫶

09/17/2025

CLINICAL INTERN HIGLIGHT!

💛 Meet Amanda! She works with kids, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and emotional regulation, creating a safe space to process feelings and build resilience. 🌱

To learn more, visit jcacounseling.com or call 404-834-2363 to schedule a consultation.

09/16/2025

Your support means the world to us! Vote for us in the 2025 Best of Georgia Awards and help "JCAC" Johns Creek & Alpharetta Counseling for Children and Adults bring home the win. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Vote at: gbj.com/alpharetta/health-medical/jcac-johns-creek-alpharetta-counseling-for-children-and-adults

You can also vote using the link in our Instagram bio!

09/16/2025

🌟 We’re inviting local professionals and organizations to be part of our upcoming Connection with a Purpose event! 🌟

Join us on Saturday, October 25th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Milton Community Center for a day focused on mental well-being for the whole family. This event is designed to provide valuable resources and engaging activities for all ages.

✅ Share resources with the community
✅ Build connections with families
✅ Be recognized as a partner supporting mental health & wellness

Booth options:
Special Booths (includes stage announcement + prime location)
Full Table
Half Table

📩 Interested? Contact Lyla Mills at lylamills@lmillscounseling.com
to reserve your space. Spots are limited!

09/15/2025

💙 Happening Tomorrow! 💙

Join us for the Milton Mental Wellness Webinar: From Heartache to Growth — a powerful conversation on trauma, grief, and the support that helps us heal. 🌿

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 16
⏰ 6 PM | Online | Free
🔗 Get the link: www.miltonga.gov/TraumaAndGrief

Featuring personal stories of resilience and expert guidance from the LRJ Foundation and our very own JCAC team — Ginny Vose, Certified Traumatologist, & Rachel Brunelle, Certified Grief Therapist.

If there’s a topic that you would like these experts to dive into or a question you’d like them to answer, you can share those confidentially via www.miltonga.gov/WebinarQuestions.

If you need help accessing the webinar, contact Milton Communications Coordinator Christy Weeks at Christy.Weeks@miltonga.gov.

Let’s come together as a community to open conversations and find strength in support. 💙

09/12/2025

NEW STAFF ANNOUCEMENT!

🛡️ Meet Jacob! He supports teens, young adults, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity challenges, guiding clients to regain control, build resilience, and create meaningful change. 🌟

Visit jcacounseling.com to learn more or call 404-834-2363 to schedule a consultation.