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Marcus Williams

MFT  ·  License #MFT004821  ·  Georgia

Atlanta, GA  (Midtown)
Telehealth Available Accepting New Clients In-Person Available Verified Profile
4.8 (38 reviews)
9 Years of Experience
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About Marcus Williams

Marcus Williams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia, with nine years of clinical experience working with Black men, families, and communities navigating trauma, relationship strain, and generational cycles of stress. He holds an MFT license from the Georgia Composite Board (#MFT004821) and earned his graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Clark Atlanta University — one of the nation's historically Black universities — where he developed the cultural grounding that continues to inform his practice. Before entering private practice, Marcus spent several years working in Atlanta community mental health centers, providing services to under-resourced families and men who had rarely — if ever — engaged with mental health support.

Marcus approaches therapy with a direct, warm, and affirming style that challenges the stigma Black men often face when considering therapy. He believes that strength does not mean silence, and that seeking support is itself a form of power. His training in Family Systems Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Narrative Therapy allows him to meet clients where they are — whether that is a man struggling with fatherhood and emotional availability, a family trying to hold itself together after a crisis, or an individual processing years of unaddressed grief, anger, or trauma. His Culturally Responsive approach means he actively integrates awareness of race, systemic oppression, and cultural values into the therapeutic work rather than treating them as background noise.

Clients who work with Marcus frequently describe the experience as both challenging and profoundly supportive. He creates space for clients to show up exactly as they are while also gently holding them accountable to the growth they say they want. His Midtown Atlanta office is welcoming and private, and telehealth sessions are available for Georgia residents who prefer the flexibility of remote care. Marcus is currently accepting new individual, family, and parenting consultation clients.

Specialties & Issues Treated

Specialties

Family Therapy Trauma Men's Issues Parenting Support Black Men's Mental Health Fatherhood Relationship Issues Anger Management

Issues Treated

PTSD Depression Anxiety Communication Issues Grief & Loss Family Conflict Racial Trauma Work Stress Life Transitions Co-Parenting

Treatment Approaches

Family Systems Therapy Trauma-Focused CBT Narrative Therapy Culturally Responsive Therapy Strengths-Based Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Services Offered

Service Session Length Fee
Individual Therapy 50 minutes $160 / session
Family Therapy 60 minutes $195 / session
Parenting Consultation 50 minutes $160 / session
Telehealth Sessions All session types available Same rate as in-person
Telehealth is available for all session types via a HIPAA-compliant secure video platform. Georgia residents only.

Insurance & Fees

Accepted Insurance Plans

Cigna
Aetna
Kaiser Permanente
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Out-of-Network & Self-Pay: Superbills are available for clients using out-of-network benefits. A limited number of sliding-scale slots are reserved for clients experiencing financial hardship — please ask about availability when scheduling. Marcus believes financial barriers should not prevent people from accessing quality mental health care.

Office Location

Marcus Williams — Midtown Atlanta Office
887 Peachtree St NE, Suite 410
Atlanta, GA 30309

View on Google Maps → Midtown · Atlanta, GA 30309

Office Hours

Monday – Thursday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SundayClosed

Client Reviews

4.8
Based on 38 verified reviews

"Marcus was the first therapist who made me feel like therapy was actually for me — not for someone else's idea of what I should be doing. He gets what it means to be a Black man trying to hold everything together. I finally feel like I can talk about things I've never told anyone."

Darius M. Individual Therapy

"Our family was falling apart before we found Marcus. My husband had never been in therapy before and was skeptical, but Marcus made him feel welcome from day one. He helped us actually talk to each other again instead of just fighting. Truly life-changing work."

Keisha R. Family Therapy

"I was skeptical about therapy — I'll be honest. But Marcus changed everything for me. He's real with you. He doesn't just nod and say 'how does that make you feel' — he challenges you while making you feel completely safe. The work we've done around my anger and my relationship with my kids has been worth every session."

Andre T. Individual Therapy

Reviews are voluntarily submitted by former clients. Names are abbreviated to protect privacy in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. MFTFinder does not verify clinical outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — this is a core part of Marcus's identity as a therapist. His training at Clark Atlanta University and his years in Atlanta community mental health gave him a deep foundation in culturally responsive care. He actively creates space where Black men, in particular, can experience therapy as something powerful and relevant to their lives — not a stigmatized last resort. That said, Marcus works with clients of all backgrounds and identities who are seeking a therapist with a direct, affirming, and grounded approach.
The first session is a 50-minute intake focused on getting to know you and understanding what's bringing you in. Marcus uses a conversational approach rather than a rigid intake questionnaire — he wants to understand your story, your strengths, and what you're hoping to get out of the work. By the end of the first session, you'll have a sense of his style and a preliminary idea of how therapy together might unfold. There's no pressure to share more than you're ready to.
Parenting support — and specifically supporting fathers — is one of Marcus's most requested areas of work. He offers individual sessions focused on parenting challenges, co-parenting conflict, and the emotional weight of fatherhood. He also facilitates family sessions that include children when developmentally appropriate and helpful. Whether you're a new parent overwhelmed by the transition or a father trying to reconnect with adult children, Marcus provides a non-judgmental space to do that work.
Marcus accepts Cigna, Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Individual sessions are $160 and family sessions are $195. For clients without in-network coverage, superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement. A small number of sliding-scale slots are available for clients experiencing financial hardship — ask about this when you reach out and he will do his best to accommodate.
Yes — Marcus offers telehealth for all session types via a HIPAA-compliant secure video platform. Telehealth is available to Georgia residents. The experience is very similar to in-person sessions — Marcus finds that many clients appreciate the comfort and flexibility of connecting from home, particularly for early sessions when some people feel more at ease getting started. All fees are the same as in-person appointments.