Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Brooke A. Jones.
In 2013, Dr. Jones branched out on her own to open a mental health practice, Fresh Start for the Mind. She wanted a practice that incorporated the mind, body, and spirit. Her love for psychological evaluations became evident in the Alpharetta and surrounding communities. As referrals grew, so did Fresh Start. Dr. Jones first hired an additional psychologist (to support the numerous evaluation referrals) and a counselor (to support an additional need for children, adults, couples, and families in the community). Then, Dr. Jones built administrative support, along with more providers that also offered psychiatric treatment, nutrition services, counseling, and coaching. Her husband, Terry Jones, ended his I.T. career in 2015 to co-own with Dr. Jones, and has primarily focused on payroll and business operations. In 2016, the company relocated to Suwanee/Johns Creek area and opened two additional locations in Stockbridge and Canton. As of 2019, Fresh Start is comprised of 26 staff (15 providers and 11 administrative and supportive personnel).
Has it been a smooth road?
The growth of Fresh Start has been a journey. Dr. Jones has seen the needs for mental health grow in Georgia since starting her career. She credits her faith as the “driver” for every growth opportunity and every expansion.
Please tell us more about what you do, what you are currently focused on and most proud of.
Fresh Start for the Mind offers psychological evaluations, psychiatric/medication services, counseling and coaching, and nutrition support. Psychological evaluations are useful for helping individuals identify certain “trouble” areas in life, including school, work, or social. To name a few benefits, evaluations can assist medical doctors with mental health diagnoses, parents and educators with understanding learning differences, or individuals with self-discovery. Fresh Start’s psychiatrist assesses and supports the patient’s overall mental health. The psychiatrist is highly qualified to provide treatment, often via medication, focused counseling, and/or collaboration with other healthcare providers. Counselors and Coaches work consistently with patients to support behavioral changes, reduce emotional distress, improve relationships, and build self-esteem to accomplish life’s goals. Fresh Start’s dietitian takes a different approach in assessing the impact of food and lifestyle on mental health. By building a customized plan for success, many experience the benefits of weight loss, mental clarity, energy, better sleep, and emotional balance.
Dr. Jones is most proud of the people who work in the company and the difference they make in so many lives everyday! It is clear to sense the “heart” of Fresh Start in working with any provider. They have a clear vision of their calling and work ethically, responsibly, and passionately in helping every person who puts their trust in them. By offering these comprehensive services, Fresh Start for the Mind is not your typical mental health practice. It’s so much more!
Is our city a good place to do what you do?
There is a great need for quality mental health treatment. It is highly encouraged for people to first, confirm their calling and passion – not operate outside of what is meant for them to do. Then, consider providing quality care in our city because the need is certainly here.
Contact Info:
- Address: 5400 Laurel Springs Parkway, Ste. 801 and Ste. 802, Suwanee, GA
157 Burke Street, Ste. 119, Stockbridge, GA
310 Paper Trail Way, Ste. 106, Canton, GA - Website: www.freshstartmind.
com - Phone: 404-808-1161
- Email: drjones@freshstartmind.
com - Instagram: instagram.com/
freshstartforthemind - Facebook: https://www.
facebook.com/ FreshStartForTheMind/
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