Ellie Mental Health - Smyrna-Vinings Atlanta, GA

04/20/2026

Breathing exercises aren’t just a trend—they’re backed by science ❗️

Slow, intentional breaths activate your parasympathetic nervous system and help your body relax 😌

04/17/2026

Happy Friday ☀️
It’s a beautiful sunny day in Smyrna! Take a moment to step outside and practice your coping skills in the fresh air 🫶🏻

04/14/2026

You don’t need a new awareness month to know you’re stressed. You’ve probably been carrying it for a while. Putting off support doesn’t mean you don’t care. It usually just means it feels like too much to figure out. If therapy has been sitting in the “I’ll get to it” category, you’re not behind. When you’re ready, Ellie can help make that first step feel a little more manageable.

Get started at //elliementalhealth.com/

04/13/2026

If your stress response lately is just ✨staring into space✨... you're not alone.

Try this:
- unclench your jaw
- drop your shoulders
- take one deep breath like you mean it

Congrats, you just did something helpful.

For more than just survival-mode tips: elliementalhealth.com/conditions/stress-burnout/

04/13/2026

Meet Allison!

Allison works with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, creating a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered.
She specializes in working with the q***r community and individuals navigating substance use, using a holistic, Adlerian-based approach to help clients build insight, resilience, and a positive path forward.

We’re so grateful to have her on our team 😊

04/06/2026

Let’s play: THIS or THAT 💭
Self- care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Check in with yourself! What feels right for you? 🩵

Drop your picks in the comments! 👇

04/02/2026

✨ Daily reminder: allow yourself to pause ✨

03/31/2026

Meet the team 👋🏻

Behind every session is a group of dedicated, compassionate clinicians who are here to support you at every stage of life. Our team works with clients ages 4+ and brings a wide range of experience to meet you where you are.

We support individuals, couples, and families navigating:
• Anxiety & depression
• ADHD & OCD
• Women’s issues
• Self-concept & identity
• Relationship and family dynamics

Each member of our team brings their own training, perspective, and personality, but we all share the same goal: helping you feel understood, supported, and empowered.

Finding the right fit matters, and we’re here to help you take that first step 😊

Visit the link in our bio for more information about each of our clinicians

07/11/2025

Most of us listen to respond, not to understand.

Active listening is a skill, and it doesn't always come naturally. It means slowing down, staying present, and showing someone that their words matter. Here are a few tips:

👂 Put your phone away
⏸ Pause before responding
🧠 Reflect back what you hear
❓ Ask questions, not solutions
💬 Validate their feelings

Want to get better at it? Try one of these tips in your next conversation and see what shifts.

07/07/2025

What if building confidence wasn’t about “faking it”, but about changing the way you relate to yourself?

In a recent blog, Ellie therapist Rayna Larson, LLMSW, shares 8 practical ways to build self-confidence, and it goes far beyond pep talks and mirror affirmations.

A few tips that really stood out:
✔️ Challenge negative self-talk: Start with notice, evaluate, replace.
✔️ Celebrate small wins: Your progress counts, even when it’s not loud.
✔️ Practice assertiveness: Saying no can be an act of self-care.
✔️ Lean on positive influences: Your environment matters more than you think.

Self-confidence isn’t a trait you’re born with, it’s a skill you can build. Whether you’re navigating burnout, people-pleasing, or just feeling stuck, Rayna’s piece offers grounded, compassionate strategies that anyone can try.

Read the full blog here:

Boost your self-confidence with practical strategies: challenge negative self-talk, set achievable goals, embrace strengths & communicate assertively.

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! 🎆

We hope that you can take a moment to unplug, soak up some sunshine, and be with your favorite people today.

07/03/2025

✨Meet our New Clinician! ✨

Delarue Brumskine is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing compassionate and culturally sensitive mental health care to adults, teens, and elderly populations. She specializes in supporting individuals struggling with self-esteem, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions such as divorce or adoption.

With expertise in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention, Delarue empowers clients to navigate challenges and build resilience. Her background spans hospitals, community programs, and telehealth, ensuring adaptable and affirming care.
Outside of work, she enjoys crafting and traveling to tropical destinations. Delarue looks forward to helping you find healing and growth.

Delarue has open availability for new clients! Contact us today to schedule an appointment. 🐘