Sunny Days Therapeutics
(706) 883-5300
Sunny Days Therapeutics
(706) 883-5300

About Sunny Days

Sunny Days Therapeutics is a specialty mental health practice located in Watkinsville, Georigia, providing in-person therapy for children, adolescents and teens, ages 3 through 18 and Teletherapy services for adults ages 19 and up.  Our children’s practice is intentionally designed with young clients in mind, offering a welcoming and developmentally appropriate environment for in-person care.

Our team of licensed therapists is committed to meeting clients where they are, using evidence-based approaches to support emotional growth, resilience, and overall well-being.  Whether your child is receiving in-person services at our Watkinsville office or you are seeking adult therapy through secure telehealth patient portal, Sunny Days Therapeutics offers a supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions and goals.

ABOUT US

How It All Began

In 2021, after my son Vladek graduated high school, I realized how few resources existed for adults with special needs. As I researched further, I found that many children were also waiting months or even years for essential therapies like PT, OT, and speech. The pandemic was a reminder of how precious time is and how important it is to find joy in life. That’s when I made a big decision—I sold my home, left my corporate job, and founded Sunny Days Therapeutics. My mission is to bring joy, support, and access to life-changing therapies for individuals of all neurotypes. By creating a welcoming and inclusive community, I hope to help people live their best lives and reach their fullest potential.

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Vlad Gala
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MY PURPOSE

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This is my son Vladek- he is my world. He graduated from high school in May of 2021, works for JavaJoy, volunteers at Athens Humane Society, and is on the Autism spectrum. I adopted Vlad from Poland in 2005 when he was 2. The minute I met Vlad, I knew there were “problems” but had no idea what challenges we would be facing to get him the services he would need. I can tell you that through the years, Vlad has received a variety of therapies that have shaped him into the wonderful young man he is today. My passion has always been helping others. After seeing first-hand the amazing progress that Vlad has made throughout the years, I’m beyond excited to bring some of these wonderful therapies to the individuals in our Athens and surrounding communities.

MISSION

Our mission at Sunny Days Therapeutics is to provide compassionate, evidence based mental health services that support emotional growth, resilience, and overall well-being.  Through individualized talk therapy and music therapy, we empower clients to build confidence, develop coping skills, and improve quality of life in a supportive and inclusive environment.

VISION

Our vision is for individuals and families to feel empowered, supported and well equipped to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.  Through thoughtful, individualized care, we strive to create an environment where clients can grow, build self-awareness, and thrive emotionally and mentally.

VALUES

COMPASSION AND RESPECT

Our vision is for individuals and families to feel empowered, supported and well equipped to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.  Through thoughtful, individualized care, we strive to create an environment where clients can grow, build self-awareness, and thrive emotionally and mentally.

CLIENT CENTERED CARE

We believe therapy should be individualized, developmentally appropriate, and responsive to each client’s goals, strengths, and challenges.

INCLUSIVITY & ACCEPTANCE

We are committed to creating a welcoming and affirming environment where individuals of all abilities feel valued, supported and understood.

GROWTH & EMPOWERMENT

We support clients in building confidence, resilience, and coping skills that promote independence and long-term well-being.

COLLABORATION & COMMUNITY

We value collaboration among clients, families, therapists and community partners to support meaningful progress and positive outcomes.

WHO WE ARE

Meet Our Team

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Amber Buchanan

Practice Admin; Owner
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Amber Buchanan

Amber Buchanan, founder and CEO of Sunny Days Therapeutics, earned her Bachelor of Science in Business from a small private college in West Virginia. Despite her degree being in business, she has always had a passion for helping others. During the onset of the pandemic, Amber engaged in some soul-searching and realized she wanted to dedicate herself full-time to helping individuals within her community and surrounding areas.

Seeing a pressing need for enhanced mental health support in her community, Amber took the initiative to make a difference. She sold her home to cover the startup costs for Sunny Days, hired administrative staff and therapists, and secured an ideal location to establish a new mental health practice.

Over the past few years, Sunny Days has evolved and expanded, becoming a vital resource for mental health support in the Athens and Watkinsville communities. The connections formed, the support from the community, the dedication of the therapists and staff, and, most importantly, the patients, are truly what makes this journey worthwhile.

Amber hopes that Sunny Days will continue to thrive and support those in and around her communities for many years to come.

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Amy Simmons

Clinical Director
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Amy Simmons

Amy Simmons is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has a passion for serving and genuinely loves helping other people. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Concord University in Athens, West Virginia in 2013 and Master’s Degree in Social Work from West Virginia University in 2015. She completed internships in both out-patient and in-patient settings. Her background includes working with adult and adolescent patients. She most often conducts individual therapy sessions but also has experience with couples and groups.

Amy has experience working with individuals with special needs and issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+, gender identity and sexual orientation. She has experience is using a variety of treatment modalities and is excited to schedule an appointment to conduct an initial assessment and develop a person-centered treatment plan, that will help you meet your mental health goals. At this time, therapy sessions will be conducted via telehealth.

When not working, Amy enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and family. She enjoys spending time outdoors, trying new things and going on adventures.

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Amber Miller

Amber Miller

LPMT Music Therapist
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Amber Miller

Amber began her career as an elementary school music teacher in 2014 after graduating Georgia Southern University. She continued teaching until 2017, when she moved to Athens to pursue her Bachelor’s Equivalency in Music Therapy at the University of Georgia. This culminated in an internship at The George Center in Roswell, GA. 

Amber has experience leading music therapy in groups and with individuals from many walks of life. She has worked with seniors in memory care, children and young adults with Autism, preschool-aged children, and more. Additionally, she is trained in Remo’s HealthRHYTHMS program. She is passionate about making music accessible to anyone, and in presuming competence in her clients.

When not making music, Amber enjoys snuggling her pugs, geocaching, and playing D&D with her friends.

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Beth Segars

Beth Segars

LCSW Supervisor
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Beth Segars

Beth Segars is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping others.  She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Piedmont College in 2012, and her master’s degree from the University of Georgia in 2016.  

Beth has a wide range of experience including work with DFCS, a sexual assault center, community based therapy, and medical social work with hospice.  She enjoys helping people work through issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self esteem, PTSD, and recently reunited families.  She has experience with a variety of modalities, as well.

Beth is also the LCSW Supervisor. She oversees school-based therapists, DFCS requests, and provides supervision to therapists with provisional licenses.  

When not working, Beth enjoys time with her husband, Klint, her three grown children, and her precious granddaughter.  She enjoys spending time with friends and family, and experiencing new adventures.

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Jennifer Smith

Administration
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Jennifer Smith

Jennifer currently lives in the Athens area, where she enjoys spending time with her three children and three fur babies. She enjoys keeping active with outdoor activities such as swimming, kayaking, and tubing. She also enjoys refurbishing old wooden furniture- considering it a personal form of therapy. 

Jennifer has worked in medical administration for many years, and she loves her career and helping others!

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Alexia Johnson

LPMT Music Therapist
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Alexia Johnson

Alexia Johnson, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), received her education in her home state of Wisconsin. Through over nine years of experience, she has worked with children and families in the child welfare system and adults with disabilities.  Other demographics she has served are survivors of abuse and human trafficking. 

Alexia has a passion for serving her community and vulnerable populations. In addition to her degree, she is also certified in trauma-informed care, and in various trauma modalities. Alexia has served as an intern for both an inpatient substance abuse clinic and a domestic violence shelter. 

Outside of clinical settings, she enjoys reading the Bible, books, spending time with her family and friends, listening to music, and working as an esthetician. Her personal favorite is naps!

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Ana Maria Alviz

Ana Maria Alviz

MSW Therapist
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Ana Maria Alvis

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Krystal Kenneth

Krystal Kenneth

MSW Child Therapist
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Krystal Kenneth

Kryss Kenneth obtained her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Boston University in 2023, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree from The University of Georgia in 2020. While at Boston University, Kryss pursued the clinical track of her program and specialized in Children, Youth, and Families.

Kryss has experience working in a domestic violence shelter, a high school, a teen center, and an LGBTQ+ mental health clinic. Through her work and educational experiences, she has learned how to engage with clients in a trauma-informed and age-appropriate manner. Through a combination of treatment modalities like CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, play and art therapy, social emotional learning, and more, Kryss is prepared to guide clients to their goals.

When she’s able to spend time outdoors, Kryss enjoys gardening flowers and vegetables, hiking, skateboarding, roller-blading, and taking on DIY projects. When she’s hanging out indoors she enjoys cooking, baking, rock tumbling, and spending time with her cats and family.

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Rachel Parker

Rachel Parker

LMSW Therapist
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Rachel Parker

Rachel Parker is a neurodivergent therapist who enjoys working with individuals 7 and older who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, issues with healthy communication, or those who just need someone to talk to about the stresses of life. 

She enjoys incorporating art and play into her sessions with children, and uses an eclectic approach combining principles of CBT, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in her work with adults. 

In her free time, she enjoys hiking, playing video games, and baking.

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Contact Us

Sunny Days Therapeutics
Sunny Days Therapeutics
  • Address

1691 Meriweather Dr, Ste 105 Watkinsville, GA 30677

  • Let's Talk
Call: (706) 883-5300
Text: (706) 817-7904
Email: info@sunnydaystherapeutics.com
  • Hours

Monday to Saturday

8AM – 8PM

Sunday
Closed
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