Jonathan Atkinsons

Jonathan is a graduate of Pfeiffer University with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2021 and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015.  He is an NC Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  He has prior experience with older members of the blind and visually impaired community during his time working as a counselor at Camp Dogwood.  He assisted the campers with their enjoyment of the camp through various activities from arts and crafts to mini golf and the occasional trip to nearby museums.  He completed his clinical internship at the Adult Rehabilitation Center of Charlotte provided by The Salvation Army assisting men with a better understanding of their anger and other emotions as they work through their recovery from addiction.  He recognizes the impact and role of addiction on the individual and the family system.  He utilizes elements of cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, Bowenian, and structural-based therapy interventions with his clients.  He enjoys working with teenagers, adults, and couples who are experiencing struggles as they attempt to work through the various challenges that come with life or living with anxiety and depression.  When he is not working, Jonathan enjoys spending time at the gym, hanging out with friends, enjoying the latest Marvel film, and spending time in nature.