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MEET OUR TEAM

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Bridgette Morris, BCCC

In Peachtree Corners, Georgia, Bridgette founded Healing Life Institute in 2010.

Her specialty is working with people who are managing unhealthy or challenging relationships. With years of experience, Bridgette supports individuals, couples, and families facing marriage stress, relationship conflict, narcissistic relationship dynamics, divorce, co-parenting challenges, family conflict, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.

Bridgette helps clients understand what is happening, stop repeating unhealthy patterns, and make clear, wise decisions about what to do next. Her approach is practical, faith-informed, and direct. She helps clients slow down, think clearly, set healthier boundaries, communicate with more confidence, and build stronger relationships.

Since founding Healing Life Institute, Bridgette has been recognized multiple years as a top counselor and for her work in marriage and family counseling. She is also the author of Be SMART: A Simple Way to Build Stronger Relationships, where she teaches practical tools for staying calm, setting boundaries, making better decisions, and becoming the adult in the room.

Bridgette is currently accepting new clients on a limited basis.

Credentials & Recognition

Board-Certified Christian Counselor
Certified Brain Health Coach, Amen Institute
Certified through The International Resource Center for Daughters, Sons and Partners of Narcissists
ACNP Certification for counselors and therapists treating adult children of parental narcissism
Recognized multiple years as a top counselor and for her work in marriage and family counseling
Author of Be SMART: A Simple Way to Build Stronger Relationships

COUNSELOR, AUTHOR & CO-FOUNDER

Work with Bridgette
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Hi! I'm Ashley Gottschalk. I’m a board certified christian counselor and expert on narcissism. I was named one of New Beauty Magazine’s Fab Over 40 for my work in helping others positively deal with narcissism.

I work with teens, individuals and couples and am committed to empowering you to love your life and build relationships that last.

Specialties:

  • Individual

  • Identity, Self-esteem

  • Emotional Wellness

  • Narcissistic Abuse Support

  • Christian Counselor

  • Brain Health Coach

  • Relationship Expert

  • EMDR trained

Ashley Gottschalk, Narcissism Specialist

Work with Ashley
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Brain Health Coach, Narcissism Expert, Relationship Expert

Dr. Pam Putnam

Dr. Putnam knows the depths of narcissistic abuse and what it takes to create sustainable healing and change. She brings a warm, compassionate presence combined with a decade of expertise in helping people all over the world heal from narcissistic abuse.

Specialties:

  • Narcissistic abuse recovery coach trained by Bridgette Morris

  • Brain health coach trained by Dr. Daniel Amen

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Waverly Cowart, BCCC

Board Certified Christian Counselor

“I’m here to help bring about real change in your life and empower you to choose courage over fear as you create the life you hope for.”

Specialties:

  • Adolescents, Adults, Couples

Waverly is not accepting new clients at this time.

Davis Smith, Head of Marketing

Davis Smith serves as the Head of Marketing at Healing Life Institute, where he has played a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s reach and impact. With a background as a former NCAA Division I athlete, Davis brings a unique blend of discipline, strategic thinking, and innovative marketing expertise to the team.

Over the past five years, Davis has led comprehensive marketing initiatives, successfully growing the Healing Life Institute’s email list to over 45,000 in under six months and executing targeted campaigns that have significantly increased brand visibility and engagement. His expertise in digital marketing, branding, and audience development has helped establish Healing Life Institute as a leading resource for christian counseling and mental wellness.

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Our Wonderful Assistants!

Barb’s been apart of our team for over 15 years. If you have any questions please reach out to her and she can help! 678-969-3353

Elizabeth’s also been apart of our team for over 15 years and can help. Please reach out to her at 678-969-3353 if you have any questions.