Brooke Riley, APC, NCC
Therapist for Emotionally Drained, High-Achievers Specializing in Boundaries, Relational Stress, & Life Transitions
The best way to find out if this approach is for you is to schedule a 15 minute consultation. Depending on your therapist’s availability, this consult may be held over the phone, via video, or in-person.
Brooke is an individual therapist specializing in therapy for late teens, college students, and adults navigating high-functioning anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, boundary challenges, and difficult family or social dynamics. She works with clients who may appear put-together or high-functioning on the outside, but feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally drained, or disconnected beneath the surface.
Brooke’s approach to therapy is modern, collaborative, and emotionally engaged; rooted in realness, vulnerability, and a touch of humor. Her sessions feel like thoughtful conversations with depth, offering a space where clients are encouraged to show up fully: messy, unsure, curious, and growing. Therapy with Brooke is guided by compassion and honesty, with the belief that healing doesn’t mean becoming someone new, it means becoming more fully yourself.
Clients often work with Brooke to address:
- High-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout
- Emotionally draining family or relationship patterns
- Boundary-setting and people-pleasing
- Complex or enmeshed family dynamics
- Identity exploration and self-worth
- Major life transitions: college, parenthood, breakups, career shifts
Brooke brings a deep attunement to how early family roles and internalized narratives continue to shape one’s present-day emotions, relationships, and sense of self. Her passion lies in helping clients untangle these patterns and reconnect with their own clarity, voice, and confidence.
Her clinical work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered care, emotionally-focused reflection, and strengths-based counseling. She is trained in attachment theory and continues to deepen her expertise in working with anxiety, relational trauma, and identity development.
In the therapy room, Brooke balances presence with practicality – able to sit with the hard stuff, while also helping clients move toward insight, self-trust, and meaningful change while learning tools that actually fit your life. Brooke’s goal is to help clients feel truly seen, gently challenged, and more empowered to live authentically.
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Specialties
Brooke’s Areas of Expertise
- Anxiety
- Stress Management
- Depression
- Life Transitions (School, Relationships, Work, Parenting)
- Self-Esteem
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Boundary Setting
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Client Focus & Modality
Brooke’s Client Focus & Modality
- Teens (16y/o+)
- Young Adults
- Adults
- Individuals
- In Person (Alpharetta office)
- Video Sessions (GA residents only)
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Approach
Brooke’s Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Strengths-Based Approach
- Person-Centered Approach
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Education
Masters, Counselor Education with Emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Mississippi
Credentials
Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
- State of Georgia (APC008788)
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- State of Georgia (#1598410)
Brooke's Blog Posts
Invisible Loss: Grief Without a Funeral
One thing guaranteed in this life is that we are going to experience grief at some point throughout our time on this earth. Sometimes, grief shows up without a warning,
Unpacking Attachment Styles: Analyzing Your Favorite TV Characters
One thing that brings all the enjoyment in the world is binge-watching a good TV show. As we binge-watch our favorite shows, it’s easy to get lost in the lives
Fostering Your Tribe – How To Build Intentional Friendships In Young Adulthood
If we are being honest, making friends as an adult can be awkward, overwhelming, and seem nearly impossible. Here are some therapist suggested tips to help you create the kinds
Healing from Heartbreak: An Attachment-Based Guide to Feeling, Surviving, and Thriving
As humans, one of the most complex emotional injuries we can sustain is heartbreak. Whether it’s the downfall of a marriage, the collapse of a romantic relationship you thought would
How to Transition from an Insecure to Secure Attachment Style
Whether you struggle with an anxious, avoidant, or anxious-avoidant attachment style, we are all capable of developing secure attachment. Here are 5 steps that will help guide you through the
Navigating Transitions From Adolescence to Adulthood
The path to young adulthood is often met with emotional pitfalls and mental obstacles, all with no blueprint or rule book on how to work through them. So, whether you
The Importance of a Therapeutic Relationship
Just like any typical relationship, growth begins with rapport. Rapport is more than just a “therapy term” tossed around within the room, it’s the essential foundation on which the therapeutic
Inner Child Work
What is the importance of bringing our inner child into our everyday life and getting to know them? How do we hold space for our inner child in the throws
Boundary Setting With The Boundary-Blind
The hallmark of any successful relationship is being able to set boundaries. This blog covers setting boundaries with the people in your life who just don’t seem to grasp the
Discovering Contentment in Your Present Life Situation
True joy and contentment can always be found exactly where you are. This blog will offer a few strategies that can help you find fulfillment and comfort in your current
What Does It Mean To Hold Space For Someone?
Holding space for others opens the door to immense healing and self-discovery. It’s a simple idea that is often difficult to execute.
How to Heal Seasonal Affective Disorder Naturally
Do you ever find yourself exceptionally sad and unmotivated when the sun starts to set earlier, the days get shorter, and the chill in the air gets a bit more
8 Mental Health Resources for LGBTQIA+ Teens and Young Adults
Many LBGTQ+ individuals face unique mental health challenges, making accessing care more difficult. Whether you are seeking out resources for yourself or for someone you love, here are 8 mental
