Jason Benton, LPC, Owner

I spent 16 years as a high school and middle school counselor after finishing my graduate program in counseling at Georgia Southern University in 2001. I then decided to open my own private practice. Since then, it has been my pleasure to work with 10- to 18-year-old boys in various ways. Some need problem solving skills, others need help with relationships or social skills. Still others would just like someone to talk to. 

If you are looking for a therapist for your son, I invite you to view the rest of my website. Note the services I offer, my hours, and the insurance that I accept. I would be honored to help your son and family. 

jbenton@athensareacounseling.com

I primarily work with adolescents and young adults ages 10 and up struggling with a variety of mental health problems. I practice traditional CBT and Family Systems Therapy. Additionally, I enjoy working with couples navigating the ups and downs of relationships, improving communication, and nurturing growth. 

I have worked in the counseling field since 2015 and have been in private practice since 2021. I look forward to serving the Athens community that I know and love! 

Additionally, I offer sessions in Jefferson and online via teleheatlh. I am now accepting UHC, Aetna, Cigna, and BCBS. I can also provide you with a superbill to submit for out of network reimbursement to other insurance companies.

keslercares@gmail.com

Dr. Jolie Daigle is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and sees clients at Athens Area Counseling Center on a part-time basis. Dr. Daigle completed a master’s degree in school counseling and doctorate in counselor education. Dr. Daigle has been a licensed professional counselor in two states- Louisiana and Georgia. 

Dr. Daigle has worked in school, mental health, and university settings across her career. Her approach is strengths-based and utilizes evidenced-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Additionally, Dr. Daigle is trained in the area of play therapy and uses play and expressive arts to build rapport, teach clients new behaviors and skills, and create an environment that counseling can be fun. Dr. Daigle provides counseling services to children, adolescents, young adults, and families with presenting issues ranging from mental health conditions (i.e. anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma) to life changes (i.e. divorce, adoption, moving, job loss, grief). She provides telemental health services on a case by case basis.

Dr. Daigle is a self-pay clinician and offers a sliding scale rate. For those seeking out-of-network insurance reimbursement, a superbill bill will be provided as documentation.