ABOUT OUR TEAM
Full-Service Expert Help
Caring & Collaborative
Find a provider that best fits your needs. Our counselors work with children, tweens, teens, young adults, and families. Online and in-person sessions are available
our counselors
Click on our therapists below to learn more about them!
- All
- Adults
- Child Mental Health
- Elementary (Ages 6-12)
- Parenting Tools and Tips
- Preschool (Ages 2-5)
- Teens
- Young Adults
Alex Hopkins, MA, LPC, RPT (Atlanta Location)
Belén Guasch, MA, LPC, NCC (Roswell Location)
Erin Ernst, LMSW (Atlanta Location)
James Hulett, M.Ed, Ed.S, APC, NCC (Atlanta Location)
Kendra Hutcherson, MS, Ed.S (Roswell Location)
Liz Bammann, M.Ed, APC, NCC (Atlanta Location)
Madeline Franke, MS, APC, NCC (Atlanta Location)
Mary Massey, MA, APC (Roswell Location)
Mia Kim Chang, Ph.D, LPC, NCC, RPT (Roswell Location)
Morgan Sanchez, M.Ed, APC, NCC (Roswell Location)
Raising a Balanced Gamer, Part 1: Understand
Sarah Streitmatter, M.Ed, APC (Atlanta Location)
Shannon Wallon, MS, LPC, NCC (Roswell Location)
Stephanie Lemmey, MA, LPC, NCC (Virtual Only)
Our Founder
Lauren Brown, M.Ed, LPC, NCC, CPCS, RPT-S
- Founder & Clinical Director of Early Connections
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor
- Registered Play Therapist Supervisor
Supporting children, teens and families has been at the center of my career from the beginning. I earned my Bachelor’s of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of Georgia and taught in both public and private schools before attending Georgia State University for my Master’s of Education in School Counseling. I worked in education as a teacher and school counselor for 11 years before entering private practice and opening Early Connections in 2015.
I specialize in play therapy for children as young as 2 years old, counseling for teens, and personalized support for parents in finding solutions for their families. I have also offered social-emotional programming for preschools and homeschool groups, small group counseling for various ages, and workshops and outreach with schools and child care centers in our community.
In addition to my work with children and families, I also provide training and supervision for associate-licensed therapists as well as therapists working towards their Registered Play Therapist credential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS), and a Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor (RPT-S).
Our Admin team
Sarah Lambert
- Practice Manager
- Billing Support
As the Practice Manager, it is my pleasure to provide assistance and support to our families with any billing or practice concerns. My role is to make sure your experience here at Early Connections goes smoothly and positively. Mental health is such an important part of our everyday lives, especially for those of our children, so I strive to create an environment that prioritizes comfort and compassion throughout your time with us. It is my sincere desire that I can provide a feeling of safety and support during our conversations. Welcome to Early Connections, I’m so glad you’re here!
Fun fact about me: I live in League City, TX! In my free time, I enjoy reading, doing puzzles, and spending time with my family and friends.
Emily Zimmerman
- Client Care Coordinator
- Scheduling Support
- Consult Calls with New Clients
My role allows me to connect each family who reaches out to our dedicated team of therapists, which is incredibly rewarding. Effective communication and empathy is crucial in fostering a supportive environment where families can feel safe and understood. It’s fulfilling to play a part in helping them find the resources and support they need to thrive. I feel thankful to be a part of this first step towards helping others be their greatest self.
No more waiting and hoping for things to get better.
Take the next step and connect with our Client Care Coordinator, Emily Zimmerman. She will answer your questions and assist you in finding the right counselor.
