5755 North Point Parkway,
Suite 280
Alpharetta, GA 30022

Colleen Ritz, APC

Associate Professional Counselor

OCD Trained: Exposure & Response Prevention

Populations: Adolescents 16+, Adults, Couples, Parents

Specialty Services: Individual Counseling, Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression, OCD, OCD- Post Partum Depression, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions)

Theory Models: Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, ERP, EFT, ACT, Rogerian

Locations:

Online Counseling in Georgia

In Person at our Alpharetta Office

Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:30-1:30pm

Accepting New Clients - Click here for a consult

Meet Colleen:

You feel on edge, disconnected, and tense. The things you once loved now feel out of reach, overshadowed by fear and uncertainty. You may be wondering if you’ll ever feel confident in yourself again. I’m here to help you find your way back.

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help adolescents (ages 16+) and adults overcome paralyzing worry and rumination related to OCD, panic disorder, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety disorder.

I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a structured, evidence-based program that helps parents of children ages 6 to 14 with anxiety disorders or OCD learn how to respond supportively to their child’s anxiety by modifying their own behaviors.

I help couples break the cycle of recurring arguments by teaching them how to communicate their emotions more constructively, fostering deeper connection and a stronger understanding of one another.

I draw from a range of therapeutic models—including ERP, CBT, EFT, and Rogerian approaches—to meet clients where they are and tailor treatment to their unique needs.

My style is warm and candid, combining evidence-based techniques with intentional reflection to explore the deeper emotions shaping your experience. I also strive to bring my full humanness into every session. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, I often incorporate humor as a meaningful tool for connection and growth.

Experience / Education:

I am an Associate Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. I graduated from Antioch University with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and SPACE.