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MEET DR. NICOLE
Nicole Thaxton, PhD, LPC, CPCS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and the Founder of Atlanta Wellness Collective, a holistic mental health practice with locations in Acworth, Marietta, and Roswell, Georgia. A passionate writer and author, Dr. Nicole shares insight and encouragement on topics like mental health, leadership, and the lived experience of anxious achievers. She is also a sought-after keynote speaker and trainer, known for delivering engaging, practical talks to audiences of mental health professionals, organizations, and leaders who want to foster emotional wellness in their communities. At the heart of her work is one goal: to help people live life well. Dr. Nicole is married to a fellow LPC and is a proud mom to three daughters.
Work with Dr. Nicole
ATLANTA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE
Take the next step toward your well-being. Connect with a trusted provider at Atlanta Wellness Collective for counseling, nutrition support, or coaching. We offer personalized mental health services both in-office and via telehealth for residents across Georgia.
NEWSLETTER
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PODCASTS + SPEAKING
Looking for a custom training for your team, group, or organization? Dr. Nicole delivers engaging, high-impact workshops tailored to your specific needs—designed to inspire growth, build resilience, and support mental wellness.
Speaking & Podcast Interviews
Past Speaking Events
The Knowledge Tree Continuing Education Presenter / Novelis International Women’s Day 2025 (Atlanta, GA) / Bert’s Big Adventure Annual Staff Conference 2024 (Gainesville, GA) / Fulton County Board of Health Annual Conference 2024 & 2025 (Atlanta, GA) / Pickett’s Mill Elementary School Parent’s Night (Acworth, GA) / NorthStar Church Surviving the Holidays Event 2023 (Kennesaw, GA) / Cobb County Schools School Counselor Best Practices Training (Kennesaw, GA) / Woodstock City Church Women’s Gathering (Woodstock, GA) / Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Student Ministry Sunday Gathering (Marietta, GA) / LPCAGA Annual Conference 2022 (LaGrange, GA) / Cobb County School Counselor Association Conference 2021 (Marietta, GA) / Christ the Redeemer Church Mental Health Parent Panel (Marietta, GA) / Mercer University Alumni Virtual Event (Atlanta, GA) / Richmont Graduate University Lunch & Learn Event for Private Practice Professionals (Atlanta, GA) / Fulton County Science Academy Parent’s Night (Alpharetta, GA)
Featured In
CEO School Podcast / Little By Podcast / Toni Talks Therapy Podcast / The On Call Empath / The CEO Doctor Podcast / The Dude Therapist / LEADher Podcast
Continuing Education + Workshops
Have a Podcast or Speaking Opportunity in Mind?
Dr. Nicole is an expert and thought leader on the following topics:
High Functioning Anxiety & Stress
Workplace/Corporate Wellness & Avoiding Burnout
High Performance Mental Health Habits
Parenting Anxious Achievers
Entrepreneurship & Leadership Vision & Systems
Dr. Nicole and RJ present together on topics related to corporate wellness, mindfulness and success in the workplace, relationships, creating a couple’s vision plan, building healthy marriages, entrepreneurship, creativity, and leadership.
See the Thaxton’s blog post on Cultivating a Couple’s Vision Plan >
Inquire at atlwell.com/speaking