Deidra Mays
Deidra Mays
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Deidra Mays(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Georgia
ADHD- Anxiety - Depression-Race & cultural identity- Relationship issues- Trauma-
WellQor

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$0-$125

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Deidra Mays is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and pursue meaningful growth. She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship concerns, and trauma, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to help clients heal and thrive.

What Deidra finds most rewarding about being a therapist is witnessing transformation. She considers it an honor to see clients tap into their inner strength, overcome challenges, and move toward hope and confidence. She is particularly passionate about working with individuals experiencing depression or anxiety, finding great meaning in helping them shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling renewed and empowered.

Deidra holds the belief that growth is about “progress, not perfection.” She celebrates every step forward, no matter how small, and views healing as a journey of learning, self-compassion, and resilience. Her approach is to walk alongside clients with empathy and support, creating a space where lasting change can take roo

Message to clients

Before we begin working together, I want you to know that therapy is a collaborative process. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without judgment. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for something to change, I’ll meet you where you are. You don’t have to have all the answers, just a willingness to show up for yourself. I truly believe in the power of small steps and that meaningful progress happens when we give ourselves permission to grow at our own pace.

My hope for you is that therapy becomes a place where you feel seen, supported, and empowered. Whatever brings you here, you are not alone, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you work toward healing, clarity, and lasting change.

I work with clients through WellQor, a team of licensed mental health professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality, personalized care. If you’re interested in working with me, the first step is simple: just fill out the Get Started form on the WellQor website. A member of the front office staff will reach out to help get you scheduled with me and answer any initial questions you may have.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 24 years

WellQor, Professional Counselor, 2025 - Present

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS, Counselor Education, Masters of Education, 2002

Licensure

Georgia: LPC004421

Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Race & cultural identity - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits
  • Aetna - Assurant Health
  • Aetna - Exchange
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - WebTPA
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Amita Health-BCBS HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • BCBS HMO-Swedish Covent
  • Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Connecticut
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maine
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Federal
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nevada
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Virginia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin
  • CDPHP
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • First-Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente PPO
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan or PHCS
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • SEIU
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Deidra Mays

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$125 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • As needed