Catherine Hessing-Gatson

Catherine Hessing-Gatson earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Agnes Scott College and a Master’s in Early Childhood Education from Mercer University. She holds a Bachelor’s in Theatre and Dance from Bennington College. Catherine is certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). During her time at Agnes Scott College, she specialized in evidence-based practices, neurodiversity advocacy, and mental health counseling. She is the Assistant Director at Connections School of Atlanta, a neurodiverse high school and transition program in Inman Park.

Catherine specializes in neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, improving executive functioning skills, and life transitions. Her approach is holistic, and rooted in evidence-based techniques that integrate CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Play Therapy. She works with children and adolescents to develop practical strategies and strengthen their connection with themselves and others. She believes growth isn’t about becoming a different person—it’s about building the insight, safety, and self-trust needed to live fully and intentionally. Catherine looks forward to supporting patients on their journey toward lasting, meaningful change.