I'm a licensed therapist in Georgia dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. With extensive experience in clinical practice, I work with clients navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, and addiction—helping them build resilience and find meaningful paths forward.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and a deep commitment to meeting each person where they are. I specialize in working through complex emotional experiences, including shame, guilt, abandonment, and attachment patterns. I'm also experienced in supporting clients with life transitions, relationship concerns, workplace challenges, and questions around identity and purpose.
I believe in creating a therapeutic space that honors your unique story and experiences. Whether you're processing trauma, working through communication struggles, exploring self-worth, or navigating major life changes, I'm here to walk alongside you with authenticity and care. My goal is to help you develop greater self-compassion, clarity, and agency in your life.
I'm committed to culturally responsive and inclusive practice, recognizing the distinct challenges that come with navigating identity, discrimination, and systemic barriers. You deserve a therapist who sees and respects all of who you are.
Taking the step to seek support takes real courage, and I'm honored to be part of your healing journey.
Professional experience
8 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Coping with addictions Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Depression
Additional areas of focus:Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Garrick Lawton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
This is my first experience with therapy and Dr G has helped make it a very productive process for me.
Written on Sep 22, 2026 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is a kind and knowledgeable therapist that has helped me greatly understand myself better every session.
Written on Jul 31, 2026 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning addictions, and coping with life changes
Great
Written on Feb 21, 2026 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Mr Garrick has helped me a lot in my personal development. I appreciate him for i believe i have been able to really find a the helped I need when i first starting attending with him
Written on Jan 07, 2026 after therapy with Garrick for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Garrick is a great therapist and super helpful. Really knowledgeable and easy to talk to
Written on Dec 07, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Great guy to talk to I appreciate it very much
Written on Nov 21, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
I think Betterhelp did a good job matching me with the right therapist. I was a bit skeptical until the session started.
Written on Nov 10, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Therapist G is amazing
Written on Oct 28, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Carrick is an understanding and supportive therapist with good practical help in processing. Im grateful to have worked with him and would definitely recommend him.
Written on Oct 20, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've been through therapy my whole life, and I will say he is the best I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He is thoughtful and considerate but firm and strong in his guidance and wisdom. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone who needs counseling.
Written on Oct 02, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
He is amazing. Nails down what I’m struggling with and helps me put it into words.
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and trauma and abuse
Garrick is helping me. This has been a great investment and I recommend him to anyone.
Written on Jul 03, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
I've been meeting with him for many years, and he has never disappointed me. He was there for the highs and lows, and talking to him through those times have really been insightful. His understanding of addiction and depression really helped me in trusting his guidance. I truly have nothing bad to say about him.
Written on Jun 29, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
He was very knowledgeable and empathetic
Written on Jun 10, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
We are greatly appreciative of the Better Help platform and finding the right fit for our family's needs. The previous provider did not offer text message and video therapy support. Thank you again!!!
Written on May 24, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Therapist G is an amazing friend. He's helped me see a lot about myself and given me exercises to help with mental stress, anxiety and depression. I've talked with Therapist G for around a year now, and I'm very grateful for him and the ability to get to know him and feel like we are friends.
Written on Apr 17, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coaching
Mr Lawton's a great therapist. He takes his time to understand your situation and gives you actionable items to work through your issues. I have enjoyed our therapy sessions and would recommend him for others.
Written on Apr 16, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Garrick is great, he creates a safe haven to be who you are without judgment. He creates sessions that are personalized to you. Garrick also creates new and innovative work that helps you on your journey. He is open honest and upfront. I feel like his method of therapy is what needed. I would truly reccomend him to anyone!
Written on Apr 14, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
This is my first time doing therapy and I was a little apprehensive going into it. I started my first phone session with Mr.G and he quickly put my worry’s to rest. I like his personality and style of therapy, his approach to explaining and teaching things, and overall enjoy the experience and benefit from each session.
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
The best therapist I could ask for. Especially considering it’s challenging to get connected with therapist who understands your specific goals and pain points. I would recommend him to anyone without a doubt! I love his therapy style and how therapy doesn’t feel like a chore. I am happy to attend our therapy sessions where I get to debunk, unlearn, re-learn, grow and heal.
Written on Mar 13, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Therapist G is definitely one of a kind ! Down to earth, open minded, knowledgeable, and experienced in life matters. The wisdom and clarity he gives and is gained is of equal excellence! 10/10 I absolutely love our sessions!
Written on Mar 04, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I entered therapy wanting to just get quick answers to fix what I was going through, but he helped me reframe my thinking and how to approach different challenges in my life. I appreciated his time building me up to work through tough events and decisions instead of pushing them to the side because I didn’t want to go through some of the emotions or make some tough decisions.
Written on Feb 06, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Garrick is very patient, which is excellent for me because I do not often feel comfortable sharing feelings or thought, regardless if it’s a therapist or not. But talks with Garrick are very calming and relieving. He is very good at his job.
Written on Jan 19, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Awesome therapist! He is patient and make me feel comfortable to open up about my issues.
Written on Jan 17, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
Garrick has been a huge asset in getting me out of a mid-life slump and moving me in the right direction. I look forward to the time with him, and feel like he has the right mix of listening and advising. I also appreciate his willingness to share videos to cover some of the basics elements of CBT, I'm able to come back and review them at a later time to make sure the learnings stick
Written on Jan 16, 2025 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and anger management
Great therapist
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Dr. G has been such a blessing in my life during one of the most tragic and heartbreaking times in my family. He has helped me find ways to manage my grief, stress, anxiety, and depression and I’m so thankful for the tools I’m gaining. He knows what he is doing and how to deliver his message in a non condescending way and he helps me understand my feelings and emotions. I’m very grateful to BetterHelp but even more so to you Dr. G. You get it!
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Therapist G. Is kind, upbeat, and empathetic without being condescending. He's incredibly helpful and I'm grateful to have found him. He's been of great help to me.
Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
I have been taking therapy sessions from Mr. Lawton for some time now, and I cannot express how grateful I am for his kindness and understanding. He truly listens, and his sincerity shines through in every session. What sets him apart is the extra effort he puts in to ensure that I feel supported and cared for. He consistently goes out of his way to help, making me feel heard and valued. If you're looking for a therapist who is both compassionate and genuinely invested in your well-being, I highly recommend Mr. Lawton.
Written on Oct 06, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and bipolar disorder
Mr Lawton is down to earth and easy to talk to and understands trauma
Written on Oct 04, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
An incredibly talented and intelligent man in all facets, with endless wells of knowledge that can help you understand all levels of needs!
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I am very grateful to have been connected with Garrick Lawton. He speaks plainly and clearly. It is evident that he cares about me and my path. As a man, it is sometimes difficult to open up about my guarded feelings and issues, but " therapist G" communicates respectfully and earnestly. He is a great asset personally and professionally
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Garrick is a great therapist! His attention to detail and depth of understanding have been life changing.
Written on Sep 12, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Therapist G has been a God send! He listens - but more important than that is the feedback he gives and the homework. It gets me through to the next terrible step of my nasty divorce. I am not alone on this journey - I have God and Therapist G with me for the ride. Thank you for your strong words of encouragement and enlightenment.
Written on Aug 21, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
He is very understanding and notices deeper meanings in what I've said that I may not fully comprehend. Through our sessions, I've gained a clearer view of who I am and am a lot more comfortable stepping out into the world.
Written on Aug 05, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Garrick has been a great resource and help through my journey. He does a great job of combining education, homework, visualizations and though provoking discussion/questions to help get to the root of issues. I appreciate his method of using stoic philosophies which practically help me focus on what I can control and learn to stop wasting energy on that which I can't. He has always seemed genuine, and open about his own struggles which helps build trust and connection.
Written on May 20, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Happy he was referred to me. Has helped me more than I think he knows. Very grateful for him and his support.
Written on May 08, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Garrick understands. I almost think he is a psychic. He was able to assess me and get to my core. Very relatable and down to earth. I’ve gotten blessings listening to his expertise
Written on May 07, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Therapist G has been incredibly helpful thus far and I have appreciated his insight and connection of science behind emotions and feeling. It makes things feel that more manageable. Highly recommend.
Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Best therapist in the world!
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Garrick is very knowledgeable and listens. I feel comfortable with him after our first session. He is Available if I need him which helps me on this process
Written on Feb 19, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, and intimacy-related issues
I love talking to him and he is very easy to talk to. He makes things very light hearted and it make me very comfortable to open up more and be honest.
Written on Feb 16, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Garrick is giving me the confidence that I need to work on a lot of my fundamental issues. I definitely feel very advocated for and I feel like someone is always in my corner. I also feel like he uniquely understands my issues on a personal level which makes me feel like we have a leg up on the task ahead of us. I said we in that previous message to highlight just how not alone in my struggle I now feel.
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Doctor G. knows his stuff...made me think and consider other points of view
Written on Jan 20, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Therapist G is very understanding of everything. When he says he’s here for you, he really means it. He’s very patient and walks you through all your concerns and issues and helps find a way to cope with them. Highly recommend him…
Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
He is helping me tremendously and I couldn’t be more grateful to Garrick!
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Therapist G is a delight to speak to. He's a wonderful listener, and not only has experience working with all kinds of people, but he himself, has a lot of life experience, which makes it easy for him to understand the things that I go through. I feel taken care of. Great guy!
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Very open minded and understanding, very adept at counseling.
Written on Dec 15, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mr. G has really been a godsend through a very difficult time in my life. He is extremely compassionate and is very good at getting to the route cause of my issues. I can't recommend him enough.
Written on Nov 15, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Really has been helpful in many ways throughout my tough time of a divorce. Even though I came into this not expecting much, I'm glad I decided to check out betterhelp and got matched with you. Thank you.
Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Love my therapist
Written on Oct 04, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Goes the extra mile. Not only has he given me ways to face my issues, he has also helped me consider other aspects of my life that suffer due to them, unprompted. Very eager to help and has taught me much along the way already. About myself and even about therapy in general.
Written on Sep 28, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
He listens to what you say matters most to you, then he offers suggestions that you need to hear and consider. At the end of the day, the choices are your but he's available to offer counter points and outside opinions that sound like their coming from a concerned friend. He is someone who challenges and reminds you to stick with and remember the lessons you learn and gives you the room to come to the conclusion of possible resolutions to your problems. He also provides tools to remind you of your lessons and is willing to go over stuff that you may have forgotten.
Written on Sep 22, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Garrick is wonderful and I really appreciate his help!
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
Therapist G is an excellent therapist and human being! He is a great listener, and always provided many insights into any situation I threw at him. My thoughts and behaviors have drastically improved since I started therapy. Thank you sir!
Written on Sep 04, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Excellent Therapist, listens to your concerns and provides rationale for the possible thought processes behind them. He has elucidated a lot regarding my view on the world and helped me be providing the tools I need to make sense of my trauma and how it affects me in the present. I enjoy the activities provided and genuinely feel like I have more insight. I look forward to continuing forward with Garrick.
Written on Aug 03, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
An absolutely incredible therapist. He’s been through a lot and it shows, but he is always there for you. He teaches you the skills needed to get better for yourself.
Written on Aug 03, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Therapist G is super patient, kind, and generous. Before seeing Therapist G I had never seen a therapist so I wasn’t sure what the experience would be like, but I really appreciate how seriously he takes my issues and his thoughtful responses to my questions . I also appreciate that in addition to talking about my daily life, he also makes an effort to include instruction/lessons about CBT so I can learn.
Written on Jul 03, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Garrick knew immediately knew what I was going through - Using his guidance and expertise - Let's just say "The family has moved on" - We are HAPPY!
I've requested a new session regarding relationship w my son - I have no doubt Garrick can help me
Written on May 26, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Mr. Lawton is great! He’s able to break down CBT theories and practices in an understandable way and help you make meaningful progress on your mental health journey.
Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
5/5 star therapist. I tried 2 different therapists before him (through a different program than Betterhelp) and he is way better than either of them.
Written on May 04, 2023 after therapy with Garrick for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
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