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Getting to know Dr. Werther
Eckart Werther, Ph.D., M.S.W.
I am a 1st generation immigrant and 1st generation American. I am of Costa Rican, Nicaraguan, and German heritage. I am multilingual and fluent in English, Spanish, and Spanglish (I do not sprechen Deutsch).
I grew up in South Florida and initially only attended college to pursue my athletic ambitions of playing college football. My time in college and as a student athlete took me places I never dreamed, created life long friendships, provided me with a valuable education, and taught me many valuable life lessons.
Professionally, my 20+ year career took a "less traditional path." After obtaining my bachelor's degree in social work, I worked for many years with juveniles in various community and educational settings. As a licensed social worker, I provided prevention programming for youth and families. These experiences led me to pursue an MSW degree in hopes of becoming a mental health therapist. After several years of working as a bilingual therapist, I realized that my true calling was to become a psychologist which led me to pursue my doctoral degree. I often say that the social worker in me saw a need and filled it by pursuing my doctoral degree in psychology.
I have gained extensive experience in a variety of settings including community outpatient services, non-profit agency, university counseling, substance abuse treatment, inpatient services, juvenile corrections, domestic violence, and employee assistance programs.
Currently, I hold dual licensure in the State of Georgia as a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Additionally, I am a tenured full time associate professor of psychology at a local university. .
In my part time clinical practice, I incorporate a strength based, pragmatic, and culturally affirming approach to evaluate, diagnose and treat a variety of mental health conditions. I place great emphasis on helping you utilize and/or improve your strengths to better navigate and overcome the challenges you are experiencing.
Away from work, I enjoy spending time with my family, being active, grilling, being handy around the house and watching football.
Licensure
Licensed Psychologist- Georgia- PSY004378
Licensed Clinical Social Worker: Georgia- CSW004579
Education
- Ph.D.- Counseling Psychology- University of Georgia (APA Accredited)
- M.S.W.- Alabama A&M University (CSWE Accredited)
- B.S.W.- University of North Alabama (CSWE Accredited)
Pre and Post Doctoral Training
- Pre Doctoral Internship- Georgia Tech- Counseling Center (APA Accredited)
- Post Doctoral Fellowship- Pine River Psychotherapy Associates