Peachtree Comprehensive Health

07/11/2025

We're excited to welcome Kelsey Dunn to our DBT Team! 🎉

Kelsey holds a Master's in Professional Counseling from The University of Georgia. She has experience working with young adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, body-image challenges, and interpersonal difficulties.

Kelsey is particularly interested in working with children, adolescents, and young adults to navigate challenges with emotion regulation, identity, self esteem, and body-image issues.

In her spare time, she finds joy in Pilates, weightlifting, music (both listening and playing), trying her hand at pickleball, exploring Atlanta's sushi scene, and enjoying cat memes and anti-diet content on Instagram.

We're thrilled to have Kelsey join us as the newest member to our DBT team!

04/25/2025

We are deeply honored and incredibly grateful to have been acknowledged by the esteemed Caron Treatment Centers last night at their annual Atlanta gala. 🥳 We were so proud to receive Caron's "Partners in Recovery" award recognizing our dedication and excellence in serving our community's behavioral health needs.
This recognition truly validates the hard work, compassion, and unwavering commitment of our entire team at Peachtree Comprehensive Health. We are passionate about providing comprehensive and quality care, and to have our efforts recognized by such a respected leader in the field like Caron Treatment Centers is truly inspiring. It was a humbling experience to spend time with Atlanta's mental health and community change-makers, and were privileged to listen to Ira Jackson's impactful speech as he accepted the Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence.
Thank you, Caron Treatment Centers, for this acknowledgment. It fuels our commitment to continue making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

04/14/2025

Meet Alex! Alex is an associate licensed professional counselor with extensive experience working with young children and parents. She has special interest in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families as they navigate the world of regulating emotions and managing daily challenges.

Alex is from McDonough, GA and received her Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Development with an emphasis in Family Services from Georgia Southern University. She then went on to earn her Masters in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Mercer University.

Alex is interested in normalizing how therapy can be used for anything and anyone by a taking a personal and individualized approach with each of her clients.

When Alex isn’t assisting clients, she is spending time with her dog, family, and friends…and if there is any chance for her to get to a Braves game, she’s there!

03/26/2025

Spring has sprung! Ready to grow? Join our upcoming Emotion Regulation Skills group beginning the week of April 21st.

03/19/2025

Mind blown by this! The Gottman Institute's research reveals that 69% of relationship conflicts are perpetual - meant to be managed, not solved. 🤯 Instead of striving for perfect resolution, focus on understanding and dialogue. A powerful reminder for both personal and professional relationships.

Most relationship problems aren’t meant to be solved, they’re meant to be managed. Dr. John Gottman’s research shows that 69% of relationship conflicts are perpetual, meaning they won’t go away no matter how much you try to “fix” them. Instead of letting these differences create distance, successful couples focus on understanding each other and creating a dialogue around their recurring disagreements.

One key? Approach conflict with curiosity, not criticism. By listening, validating emotions, and making space for each other’s perspectives, you build a foundation of trust and connection, even when you disagree.

03/18/2025

Meet Dr. Dorney! Dr. Julie Rand Dorney is a board certified forensic psychiatrist and a founding partner of Peachtree Psychiatric Professionals, established in 1996. Dr. Dorney integrates behavioral therapy into psychiatric medical treatment to optimize treatment response for mood, anxiety and ADHD disorders.

Dr. Dorney is a native Arkansan and has called Atlanta home since 1989. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Arkansas where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. She then went on to graduate from medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She completed her general psychiatric residency training at Emory University School of Medicine, where she was chief resident and then completed a forensic psychiatry fellowship training at Emory and was the first forensic fellow in the department.

Since 2012, Dr. Dorney has served as co-medical director with Dr. Huber for Peachtree DBT and has been intensively trained in DBT. Beginning in 2019, she and Dr. Huber began co-directing the Peachtree Cognitive Center, a center designed for assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, insomnia, ADHD and other cognitive disorders.

In 2017, Dr. Dorney and members of Peachtree Psychiatric Professionals created Community Support After Su***de, a postvention support network for families who have lost loved ones to su***de. She and the Peachtree DBT staff and volunteers have created an outreach community model of support for those in the Atlanta area who have suffered from su***de loss.

In her spare time, she enjoys watching SEC sports and the Atlanta Falcons with her friends and family. She enjoys her dogs and visiting the Florida and Georgia beaches.

03/06/2025

Looking for practical ways to increase your well-being? The Greater Good Science Center, from UC Berkeley, publishes a monthly Happiness Calendar with research-based tips. Explore March's edition and find your happy:

This month, guard against stress and overwhelm.

02/28/2025

Friday food for thought. 🫶

02/20/2025

Meet our newest therapist, Shane Phillips! 👋 Shane is a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor who brings over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Shane has a passion for working with adolescents, young adults, and families who are struggling with substance use, interpersonal conflict, and emotion regulation difficulties. We are so excited to have him on the Peachtree Comprehensive Health team! Ready to schedule? Contact us here
https://www.pchprofessionals.com/contact

02/17/2025

Meet Dr. Halverson! Dr. Halverson is a board certified psychiatrist who treats adults with psychiatric illnesses, including mood, anxiety and ADHD. He incorporates multiple therapies into his treatment, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Dr. Halverson is from Wisconsin and graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Oceanography. He then went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He completed his general psychiatric residency training at Emory University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Halverson joined Peachtree Psychiatric Professionals after completion of forensic psychiatry fellowship training.

Dr. Halverson continues to serve as Adjunct Assistant Professor for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Emory University School of Medicine. He teaches medical students and psychiatric residents on topics in the field of psychiatry and the law.

Dr. Halverson is a military officer in the Army National Guard. He is a den leader for Cub Scouts and school volunteer. He spends most of his free time focused on family and loved ones. He enjoys exercise and the Atlanta music scene.

02/17/2025

Exciting News from Dr. Steven Littrell!

Dr. Littrell is excited to offer Discernment Counseling—an impactful, short-term intervention designed for couples at a crossroads, contemplating divorce. Unlike traditional marriage and family therapy, which often aims to fix problems, Discernment Counseling empowers couples to find clarity and confidence in their decision-making process.

Are you curious to learn more or ready to take the next step? Reach out to us here:

https://www.pchprofessionals.com/contact

02/03/2025

Meet Jane! Jane is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who provides adolescent, adult and couples therapy. She incorporates cognitive behavioral skills into her treatment plans and enjoys using DBT and CBT skills in her work with individuals and couples.

Jane grew up in the Atlanta area and graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. During her post graduate years, she worked in research at GSU, where she studied mindfulness in disordered eating populations, and published in academic journals.

She has a special interest in working with couples to improve communication, intimacy issues and conflict resolution. Her approach to individual therapy is holistic and seen as “not one size fits all and treatment needs to be tailored to the individual’s needs.”

In her spare time, Jane stays busy with her family and friends and enjoys making her own delicious cuisine while also checking out the Atlanta food scene.