Online Licensed Counseling Helping Children, Teens, Adults and Families
At BrightNest, we offer a warm, grounded space for children, teens, adults, and families to grow emotionally, reconnect with themselves and each other, and build tools for life.
Whether you're tending to early struggles or navigating life’s big transitions, we’re here to help you feel supported and seen — every step of the way.
Comprehensive Virtual Counseling Services serving clients residing in Georgia
BrightNest Services Include Counseling for:
Children & Teens
We help young clients navigate the emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges that arise during these formative years—building resilience, insight, and healthy coping skills along the way.
Adults
We offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to the unique experiences of adulthood, supporting individuals as they work through life stage transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, and more.
Families
We provide parenting consultations and family therapy sessions focused on strengthening communication, navigating conflict, and addressing emotional and relational patterns within each unique family system.
Welcome to BrightNest Counseling
A safe space for children, teens, adults and families to discover, learn and grow through mental health therapy
BrightNest offers thoughtful, personalized care for every stage of life. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, you're navigating young adulthood, or your family is facing big changes — you're not alone here.
Lisa Zawko, BrightNest Founder
Therapy Grounded in Insight, Connection, and Care
Lisa Zawko is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and National Certified Counselor with a deep passion for helping individuals and families grow. With a background in psychology, early childhood education, and school counseling, she is committed to creating a safe and supportive space for discovery, learning and growth.
Lisa works with clients of all ages, utilizing play therapy, mindfulness, and sand-tray techniques to empower clients in their emotional and personal development. She specializes in supporting families, neurodivergent learners, and those navigating life transitions like adoption and grief. By bridging the gap between home and school, Lisa helps clients thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
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