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

Adolescent Therapy

Supportive and confidential therapy for pre-teens / teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions or other issues. Our compassionate therapists will help your child build resilience, improve communication skills and develop healthy coping strategies. Therapists will work to help them achieve their therapy goals and improve their overall well-being.

Why Choose Sunny Days Therapy for your Adolescent?

Therapy for your pre-teen / teen offers convenient, private and expert support both in person and online. We can help navigate anxiety, depression and life changes with professional guidance. Secure, flexible and effective therapy helps to build resilience, improve emotional well-being and develop healthy coping strategies.

Adolescent Therapy

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Individual Therapy

Personalized therapy to help teens navigate anxiety, depression, and life challenges with expert support. Our tailored approach fosters self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being, empowering adolescents to build healthy coping strategies and thrive in their daily lives.

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Couples Therapy

Guidance for teen relationships, helping partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build healthier connections. Our therapy sessions provide a supportive space to strengthen emotional bonds, develop conflict-resolution skills, and foster understanding in young relationships.

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Family Therapy

Support for families navigating teen-related challenges, improving communication, and strengthening relationships. Our therapy sessions help families resolve conflicts, enhance understanding, and create a supportive home environment for their teen’s emotional growth and well-being.

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Virtual

We offer comprehensive virtual mental health services throughout Georgia to ensure accessible care when you need it. We provide expert mental health support for individuals, couples & families all from the comfort & privacy of your own home.

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In Person Therapy

Our Sunny Days Therapeutics office is located in Watkinsville, GA. Each therapist has their own comfortable and private office, designed for both children and adults. You'll find our space colorful, warm and inviting. Help yourself to the free beverage bar before or after your session.

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Get in touch

Ready to start your therapy journey? At Sunny Days Therapeutics, we’re here to support you with compassionate care. Whether you have questions about our telehealth or in-person therapy services in Watkinsville, GA, we’re happy to help. Reach out to schedule a session, learn more about our approach, or discuss your specific needs. Contact us today via phone, email, or our online form—we look forward to hearing from you and helping you take the next step toward mental wellness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Adolescent therapy provides professional support for pre-teens/teens who are facing emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges. It can help to develop coping skills, improve communication skills and build self-confidence to navigate life’s difficulties.

Yes! Telehealth therapy offers a secure, accessible way for pre-teens/teens to receive professional support from the comfort of their preferred environment. It has been proven effective in treating anxiety, depression, stress, and other emotional concerns.

Therapy for pre-teens/teens can help with anxiety, depression, school stress, peer relationships, family conflicts, self-esteem, trauma, and more. Our therapists tailor sessions to meet each teen’s unique needs.

If your pre-teen/teen is experiencing persistent mood changes, difficulty coping with stress, withdrawal from family or friends, academic struggles, or behavioral issues, therapy may provide valuable support and guidance.

The length of therapy services can vary based on the individual’s needs and goals. Some will benefit from short-term support, while others may require ongoing sessions for continued growth and healing.

Yes! Parental involvement is encouraged, depending on the individual’s needs.

Yes! We accept all major medical insurance policies including Medicare, Medicaid, United Health Care, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and many more!!

Meet Sunny Days Providers

The caring therapists at Sunny Days are here to support you on your mental health journey. Whether in person in Watkinsville, GA or virtually throughout the state of GA, we provide space to help you navigate life stressors, build resilience and improve your overall well-being.

Therapists

Amy Simmons

Amy Simmons

LCSW, 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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Valerie McGuinness

LCSW, Clinical Supervisor
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Valerie McGuinness

Valerie McGuinness is a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping people live an authentic life that they love. By joining people where they currently are, Valerie teaches practical skills and techniques for communication, emotional regulation, and processing past traumas.

Valerie completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia in 2006 and her Masters in Social Work in 2012. After working in a variety of settings, Valerie has settled into being a trauma focused therapist and mentor for developing therapists. Valerie has trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR (2019), Polyvagal Theory, Trauma Focused CBT, and completed yoga teacher training (2014).

In her free time, she enjoys crafts, gardening, memes, cats, and live music.

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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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Krystal Kenneth

Kryss Kenneth

LMSW, Child Therapist
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Kryss 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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Sentoria Green

LMSW, Therapist
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Sentoria Green

Sentoria is an Army veteran, a wife, and a mother of four. After serving in the military for nearly 11 years, she returned to education as an adult learner. She earned an Associate in Arts degree from Midlands Technical College in 2020, a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Columbia College in 2022, and a Master’s in Social Work-Clinical Track from Campbellsville University in 2023.

With a deep passion for service, Sentoria is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities. She combines a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to help clients navigate their challenges and reach their full potential. While she has experience working with children and perinatal populations, she welcomes clients from all walks of life.

Outside of her professional life, Sentoria enjoys crocheting, reading, listening to true crime podcasts, and exploring nature trails.

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Tashara Roberts

LMSW, Therapist

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Tashara Roberts

Hi, I’m Tashara, a Licensed Master Social Worker from New Jersey. I earned my degree from Clark Atlanta University, and I’ve always had a passion for helping others grow and discover their inner strength. Over the years, I’ve worked as a crisis counselor, group facilitator, and behavioral health therapist, supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. My approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and creating a safe for a supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered. Outside of my work, I enjoy watching sports and taking part in adventurous activities that keep me active and grounded. I truly believe in the power of connection, self-discovery, and personal growth. I’m dedicated to helping others build the confidence and tools they need to thrive.

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Elisa Guzman

MSW, Therapist

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Elisa Guzman

Elisa Guzman is a client-centered social worker who offers individual therapy rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience.

She earned her Bachelor of Science from Georgia State University in 2019 and her Master of Social Work in 2025, where she pursued a combined focus in clinical practice and policy. She has facilitated workshops at the University of Georgia, teaching practical skills and therapeutic techniques to support emotional well-being.

Elisa is trained in DBT, ACT, CBT, TF-CBT, and other evidence-based modalities. She has experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotional regulation, identity development, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and stress.

Her therapeutic style is strengths-based, empathetic, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed. She strives to create a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore, heal, and build resilience at their own pace. Elisa feels it is an honor to walk alongside clients as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward growth.

When she’s not in session, Elisa enjoys spending time with her son, baking, reading, building Lego sets, gardening, coloring, and appreciating nature, especially the rain.

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Darryl Walker

LMSW, Therapist
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Darryl Walker​

Darryl Walker Jr. is a Licensed Master Social worker. He earned his Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Alabama and received his Bachelor’s of Social Work degree from Oakwood University. He approaches each client with empathy and respect, with the goal of supporting them in navigating complex challenges. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and extended family, playing basketball, and going fishing.

His favorite quote is, “take everything one day at a time.”

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Administration

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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Jennifer Smith

Office Manager

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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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