Louis W. McLeod, Ph.D.

1145 Sheridan Road, NE

Atlanta, GA 30324

Phone Number: (404) 325-8512

Email: lwmc@mindspring.com

A primary focus of my work as a therapist is with couples. Couples who meet with me initially often just want the pain in the relationship to stop. We initially explore the conditions for productive couples psychotherapy, including reducing the negative interactions between the partners and increasing the positive. Couples learn productive ways of communicating about frustrations, concerns, angers and hurts in the relationship. The challenge in a couple’s relationship is to create an environment in which each partner is seen, heard and validated and which can provide the opportunity for personal growth and development.

Couples are encouraged to attend one of the Getting The Love You Want Workshop For Couples weekends that are held in the Atlanta area. This weekend experience acquaints couples with a road map designed by Dr. Harville Hendrix, with whom I have trained, for moving their relationship to a more hopeful and joyful experience with each other.

I also enjoy working with couples who are engaged, contemplating marriage, or who are considering a committed love relationship. These couples benefit from understanding the stages of intimate relationships, learning communication and problem solving skills, and creating the conditions that can support their continued growth in the relationship.

Gender: Male

Graduate Degree: Ph.D.

University: Georgia State University

License: Psychology

State Licensed In: GA

Certifications/Awards/Memberships/Publications:

Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and Workshop Presenter

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

American Psychological Association

Imago Relationships International