High Focus Marietta

My experience at High Focus Evans, GA was AMAZING! The staff and therapist were professional, easy to talk to, and made u feel comfortable enough to be YOU. They made therapy fun with different games that help u look within and find purpose. They have yoga, music therapy, pet therapy, and art therapy that was very relaxing and also fun. This location did not make u feel awkward AT ALL about seeking help. I would recommend this location for sure. The Marrietta location was boring for ME, but I only transferred there to finish my last two weeks of therapy, so I can't really give an accurate assessment.

I’m currently attending High Focus in Marietta, and I want to start by saying that the counselors and therapists truly care. They show a high level of empathy and kindness, and it’s clear they’re invested in supporting clients. The other clients I’ve met have been incredible—insightful, compassionate, and open. That sense of community has had a huge positive impact on my experience. However, the structure and physical setup of the program limit its effectiveness in several important ways. Group sessions are frequently overcrowded, with 20 to 30 people packed into rooms that are too small. It gets hot and physically uncomfortable, and there often isn’t enough seating—some clients sit on the floor, while others skip group altogether due to the lack of space. It’s hard to be vulnerable and almost impossible to have meaningful discussions, which have been central to my well-being and growth. You can tell some clients begin to dissociate or emotionally shut down—overwhelmed by being in a small, closed room with so many people. It often feels more chaotic than therapeutic. If the program plans to continue grouping that many people together, they absolutely need a facility with larger rooms. That said, the better solution is to prioritize splitting these large groups into smaller ones that foster real connection and healing. When we do break into smaller groups, the difference is immediate—it becomes more engaging, more personal, and far more therapeutic. If the counselors took turns splitting the already crowded rooms—for the clients’ sake—it would make a huge difference. Even doing this occasionally could improve the experience and allow clients to get more from group. Another issue is how often group sessions are interrupted. Counselors regularly enter to pull clients for one-on-one sessions, disrupting the group’s focus. Clients are told upon arrival—not in advance—if and when they’ll meet with their counselor. In other programs, we were told in the morning, and individual sessions happened during breaks to avoid disrupting the group experience. That small change had a big impact. Group sessions also feel underprepared. Counselors often read from websites or lengthy handouts. In contrast, other programs used structured lessons with visuals, handouts, and worksheets—making material more engaging and easier to apply. The IOP 3-day schedule is also rigid. Clients can only attend on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays unless they request an exception. This causes those days to become overcrowded. At my previous facility, clients could choose any three days across the week, and daily attendance was capped to prevent overflow. That approach worked far better and made group more manageable. Lastly, while the counselors are skilled and compassionate, their bandwidth and caseloads seem to limit their ability to provide consistent one-on-one support. Other programs I’ve attended offered weekly individual counseling during IOP, and it made a huge difference in staying on track. That level of care is essential and very much needed here. Bottom line: High Focus Marietta has truly wonderful people—counselors and clients alike—but the program needs structural changes. If large groups are to continue, they must move to a facility with bigger rooms. Ideally, they’ll focus on smaller group sizes, improved session prep, flexible scheduling for IOP 3, while protecting counselor bandwidth. I’m very glad I transferred here, and I see the potential for this program to be outstanding. My hope is that leadership takes this feedback seriously and makes the necessary improvements—not just for the clients, but for the well-being of the dedicated staff as well.

High Focus has given me the support and motivation that I’ve always desired and needed. Lisa was my therapist and boy am I grateful! She made me feel welcome, seen, and like I’m more capable than I’ve felt in a really long time. Tracy and all the other therapists were extremely attentive, supportive, and kept us on the right track in our group therapy. I feel confident in my abilities to maintain a good program and leading a fulfilling and healthy life. Thank you so much High Focus! I couldn’t be more appreciative of my time here.