Jessica McElroy

Master's Level Intern and Site Manager

Jessica helps adults process grief, overwhelm, and life transitions in a grounded, supportive space.

Client Focus: Individuals ages 18 and up
Locations: Peachtree City, GA
About Jessica

Life has a way of being both beautiful and brutally heavy at the same time. You’re moving through responsibilities, relationships, expectations, and the weight of past and present grief, all while trying to make sense of who you are becoming. It’s exhausting to carry so much while still trying to show up in the world like everything is fine. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of where to even begin, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

My own life experiences forced me to stop running from my pain and finally turn toward it. Sitting with grief—letting it be loud, messy, and honest—reshaped everything for me. I learned that avoiding your emotions doesn’t make them disappear; it just buries them deeper. But when you allow yourself to feel fully, you make room for joy to return in ways you didn’t think were possible. I understand what it’s like to lose parts of yourself you thought were permanent, and I also know the quiet, surprising ways you begin to rebuild a life that feels real and aligned.

When we work together, I’ll meet you exactly where you are, without judgment or pressure to “be better” before you’re ready. We’ll explore the patterns that keep you stuck, make sense of the emotions you’ve been holding, and gently reconnect you to the parts of yourself you’ve had to silence. My goal is to help you feel supported as you untangle what hurts, honor what you’ve survived, and step into a version of your life that actually feels like yours—not perfect, but grounded, intentional, and true to who you are becoming.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Professional Background

Jessica is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern with the University of West Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She works with individuals who are navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-worth and boundaries. She also serves as the Site Manager for Nurture and Be Therapy Services.

Clinical Supervision: As a master’s-level intern, Jessica offers lower-cost sessions, with every case supported by supervision from Michelle Rathburn, LMFT, and clinical oversight by Brooke Ferreira, LMFT, providing over 20+ years of combined experience guiding the work.

Issues Jessica helps with
  • Trauma
  • Grief
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Boundaries
  • Self-Worth

Jessica Also Handles

  • Scheduling appointments: Finding times that work with your schedule
  • New client intake: Walking you through the getting-started process
  • Insurance questions: Helping you understand coverage and benefits
  • Matching you with the right therapist: Learning about your needs and connecting you with the best fit on our team
  • Site operations: Managing the day-to-day details at our Peachtree City office
  • Client support: Ensuring smooth communication between clients and providers
  • Administrative coordination: Handling the details so you can focus on your healing
PERSONAL PHILOSOPHY

More Than Just My Work

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do.”
— Brené Brown

Customer testimonials

From the very beginning, I felt heard, validated, and never judged.
Brooke helped me work through postpartum anxiety and other challenges in a way that felt manageable and empowering. Sessions gave me practical tools, clarity, and—most importantly—confidence in myself again.

-L.E.

I would highly recommend any of the wonderful staff to anyone for someone to share their experiences with. The offices are beautiful, comfortable and soothing a real place of zen.

-L.B.

Nurture and Be was extremely professional, responsive, and great to work with. They worked with me to get me scheduled quickly at a time that was best, and provided unmatched customer service. Highly recommend!

-J.W.

Her knowledge and ability to counsel those going through the rollercoaster we call life is phenomenal. She’s a young business professional, wife, and mother so it’s easy to relate on a personal level to many. If you are looking for an amazing therapist, look no further, you found her.

-S.T.

I’m incredibly grateful for the support I received during my postpartum period and therefore after. Brooke helped me navigate one of the most overwhelming and vulnerable seasons of my life with compassion, patience, and genuine care.

-L.E.

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Sessions available as soon as this week

Ready to Start?

Your healing starts today. Book a free 20-minute consultation to see if working together feels like the right fit.