Begins: February 4th We will provide a warm and welcoming environment to build upon their coping mechanisms to overcome their social anxiety. Here are a few of the lessons: stress/emotion regulation; Communication skills, problem-solving skills, and self-esteem enrichment. Call us today to set up an interview - 205-558-9898
Hosted by Jill D. Strickland
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35244
Begins: February 4th We will provide a warm and welcoming environment to build upon their coping mechanisms to overcome their social anxiety. Here are a few of the lessons: stress/emotion regulation; Communication skills, problem-solving skills, and self-esteem enrichment. Call us today to set up an interview - 205-558-9898
Begins: February 4th We will provide a warm and welcoming environment to build upon their coping mechanisms to overcome their social anxiety. Here are a few of the lessons: stress/emotion regulation; Communication skills, problem-solving skills, and self-esteem enrichment. Call us today to set up an interview - 205-558-9898
Hosted by Strickland Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35244
Begins: February 4th We will provide a warm and welcoming environment to build upon their coping mechanisms to overcome their social anxiety. Here are a few of the lessons: stress/emotion regulation; Communication skills, problem-solving skills, and self-esteem enrichment. Call us today to set up an interview - 205-558-9898
We are a practice that offers a whole suite of services ranging from counseling and neurofeedback to art therapy and yoga. We'd love to provide you with a free consultation about the services we provide.
Some areas that I specialize in are anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, couples or relationship issues, and spiritual or religious issues.
We are a practice that offers a whole suite of services ranging from counseling and neurofeedback to art therapy and yoga. We'd love to provide you with a free consultation about the services we provide.
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We are a clinically sound and biblically based therapy group consisting of three African American women who strive to educate the African American community and church on the importance of addressing mental health challenges.
Hosted by Restoration Faith Based Counseling, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, MPH, MDiv, DMin
Group meets in Bessemer, AL 35022
We specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
We are a clinically sound and biblically based therapy group consisting of three African American women who strive to educate the African American community and church on the importance of addressing mental health challenges.
There are many therapists at Human Connections Therapy (HCT) and we work with all ages. We believe that therapy helps deal with past hurts and anxiety about the future in order to live better lives today. This can be accomplished with self and other understanding, healthy communication, coping skills, and boundaries with people in our lives. We have an art/play room and regular offices. We offer Telehealth or in office sessions in order to better meet our clients needs. We specialize in trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, families, and more. It would be an honor to work with you.
Hosted by Human Connections Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, LPCS
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35244
There are many therapists at Human Connections Therapy (HCT) and we work with all ages. We believe that therapy helps deal with past hurts and anxiety about the future in order to live better lives today. This can be accomplished with self and other understanding, healthy communication, coping skills, and boundaries with people in our lives. We have an art/play room and regular offices. We offer Telehealth or in office sessions in order to better meet our clients needs. We specialize in trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, families, and more. It would be an honor to work with you.
Insight Equine Therapy has two locations, one in Greystone Area off of Hwy 41 and another in Montevallo. We offer individual equine therapy sessions for child/adolescent/adult patients as well as therapeutic riding lessons. Equine therapy involves an individual therapist, a horse and an equine handler to help clients manage anxiety, mood, trauma, and relationship issues. Intake assessments completed at Perimeter Park office. All major insurances are accepted.
Hosted by Insight Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35243
Insight Equine Therapy has two locations, one in Greystone Area off of Hwy 41 and another in Montevallo. We offer individual equine therapy sessions for child/adolescent/adult patients as well as therapeutic riding lessons. Equine therapy involves an individual therapist, a horse and an equine handler to help clients manage anxiety, mood, trauma, and relationship issues. Intake assessments completed at Perimeter Park office. All major insurances are accepted.
ACA Counseling provides premier mental health care services to the greater Birmingham area. Our clinicians are licensed, nationally board certified, and experienced. At ACA Counseling we pride ourselves on providing a warm and caring environment, that lends support to the entire family.
Hosted by ACA Counseling Alexis Sapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC-S, LPC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35244
ACA Counseling provides premier mental health care services to the greater Birmingham area. Our clinicians are licensed, nationally board certified, and experienced. At ACA Counseling we pride ourselves on providing a warm and caring environment, that lends support to the entire family.
You invest in a lot of things...from your house, transportation, nails, hair, your job, other people, but who is investing in YOU! It's time for you to make yourself a priority and choose YOU! Coach K Korner is a safe place to come and process your life. Coach K Korner rotates its focus between discussing codependency and unhealthy relationship dynamics, managing anxiety and stress and the development of self love. Come join Coach K in the Korner for support, guidance, education and the motivation to address these issues in your life. For dates/times, registration, payment and questions text 205-290-3458.
Hosted by Kimberly Marable Winters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, CEAP, SAP, CRC, NCC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
You invest in a lot of things...from your house, transportation, nails, hair, your job, other people, but who is investing in YOU! It's time for you to make yourself a priority and choose YOU! Coach K Korner is a safe place to come and process your life. Coach K Korner rotates its focus between discussing codependency and unhealthy relationship dynamics, managing anxiety and stress and the development of self love. Come join Coach K in the Korner for support, guidance, education and the motivation to address these issues in your life. For dates/times, registration, payment and questions text 205-290-3458.
In this group participants will engage in a supportive environment aiming to foster self-awareness, enhance interpersonal skills, and promote emotional well-being. The learning objectives include enhancing self-esteem and identity, developing interpersonal skills, and building emotional awareness. Participants will explore attachment theory and its impact on relationships while learning how to foster healthy connections. The group focuses on teaching effective coping skills, self-care practices, and goal setting alongside discussing personal and digital safety. This includes one individual meeting, followed by nine group sessions. Refreshments will be provided.
Hosted by Diggs Deeper Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
I enjoy working with men, women, and teens facing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions, relationships issues, and more!
In this group participants will engage in a supportive environment aiming to foster self-awareness, enhance interpersonal skills, and promote emotional well-being. The learning objectives include enhancing self-esteem and identity, developing interpersonal skills, and building emotional awareness. Participants will explore attachment theory and its impact on relationships while learning how to foster healthy connections. The group focuses on teaching effective coping skills, self-care practices, and goal setting alongside discussing personal and digital safety. This includes one individual meeting, followed by nine group sessions. Refreshments will be provided.
Group Therapy for Mental Wellness is a virtual expressive arts group for adults ready to process emotions through creativity, reflection, and connection. This group supports deep feelers, high achievers, and those healing from emotional burnout, people-pleasing, or childhood wounds. We use art-based prompts—like journaling, collage, poetry, and symbolism—to explore themes of identity, boundaries, self-worth, and emotional clarity. No artistic skill is needed—just curiosity and a desire to slow down and feel. This is not about performance—it’s about liberation. Let your creativity speak where words fall short.
Hosted by Mental Health Monarchs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35203
Group Therapy for Mental Wellness is a virtual expressive arts group for adults ready to process emotions through creativity, reflection, and connection. This group supports deep feelers, high achievers, and those healing from emotional burnout, people-pleasing, or childhood wounds. We use art-based prompts—like journaling, collage, poetry, and symbolism—to explore themes of identity, boundaries, self-worth, and emotional clarity. No artistic skill is needed—just curiosity and a desire to slow down and feel. This is not about performance—it’s about liberation. Let your creativity speak where words fall short.
An 8-week educational and growth-oriented group for husbands who feel stuck or frustrated in their relationships with their wives and family. If you've already tried individual or couples counseling and are looking for something different, this may be it.
An 8-week educational and growth-oriented group for husbands who feel stuck or frustrated in their relationships with their wives and family. If you've already tried individual or couples counseling and are looking for something different, this may be it.
Creative Connections Workshop is a hands on, play based therapy group for children ages 7–10. Meeting every other Monday from 4:30–5:30 PM, the group helps kids strengthen social, emotional, and problem solving skills through Lego builds, strategy games, arts and crafts, and team challenges. Rotating themes include communication, emotional awareness, self regulation, conflict resolution, and more. Special?topic sessions address issues like anxiety, grief, bullying, and family transitions. Each session stands alone, making it easy to join anytime. Contact me for more details: 205-202-9240 or email: cordell@exoduscc.org
Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, trauma, overthinking, aggression, or life transitions, we'll unpack the "why" and work together on the "now what
Creative Connections Workshop is a hands on, play based therapy group for children ages 7–10. Meeting every other Monday from 4:30–5:30 PM, the group helps kids strengthen social, emotional, and problem solving skills through Lego builds, strategy games, arts and crafts, and team challenges. Rotating themes include communication, emotional awareness, self regulation, conflict resolution, and more. Special?topic sessions address issues like anxiety, grief, bullying, and family transitions. Each session stands alone, making it easy to join anytime. Contact me for more details: 205-202-9240 or email: cordell@exoduscc.org
Assisting those struggling with their relationship with food, body and self move through recovery to recovered. Call for a free screening.
Hosted by Christopher Willson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35242
Assisting those struggling with their relationship with food, body and self move through recovery to recovered. Call for a free screening.
Decision-making can be difficult. A poor decision can lead to a life of self-doubt, low self-esteem, incarceration, or disruption from discovering one's intended purpose. The Evolution of Decision-Making teaches the basic principles needed to guide one to an orderly evaluation of the elements needed to arrive at an intelligent decision. This decision-making model uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to assist participants in gaining awareness of the most critical point in their decision-making and begin their journey of purpose. Tap into your genius and discover your purpose.
Hosted by J L Austin Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Group meets in Homewood, AL 35209
Decision-making can be difficult. A poor decision can lead to a life of self-doubt, low self-esteem, incarceration, or disruption from discovering one's intended purpose. The Evolution of Decision-Making teaches the basic principles needed to guide one to an orderly evaluation of the elements needed to arrive at an intelligent decision. This decision-making model uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to assist participants in gaining awareness of the most critical point in their decision-making and begin their journey of purpose. Tap into your genius and discover your purpose.
This virtual group will provide LGBTQ adults in Alabama the opportunity to connect and support each other during this time of increased political stress. The group sessions will also teach and practice coping skills to decrease stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. The group will be led by Hannah Johnson, LICSW. Begins February 13th 4pm-5:30pm and will happen every Thursday for 8 weeks. Contact us today for a free intake call to discuss. We would love to have you.
This virtual group will provide LGBTQ adults in Alabama the opportunity to connect and support each other during this time of increased political stress. The group sessions will also teach and practice coping skills to decrease stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. The group will be led by Hannah Johnson, LICSW. Begins February 13th 4pm-5:30pm and will happen every Thursday for 8 weeks. Contact us today for a free intake call to discuss. We would love to have you.
BATT is the brainchild of Dr. Diana Paulk. Dr. Paulk originally moved to Birmingham in 2001 to take a research professor position at the University of Alabama-Birmingham. After about three years of working on large scale multidisciplinary projects, Dr. Paulk realized that she missed her first love – private practice! Formerly called Restoration Counseling Services, BATT was originally located in the Crestline area. In 2004, BATT moved to Homewood to be more centrally located and accessible to more people. In a few years, we outgrew the Homewood facility and found our current home in Vestavia Hills.
Hosted by Angelica Bellman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
I offer therapy in my office at B'ham Anxiety & Trauma Therapy, and also online.
BATT is the brainchild of Dr. Diana Paulk. Dr. Paulk originally moved to Birmingham in 2001 to take a research professor position at the University of Alabama-Birmingham. After about three years of working on large scale multidisciplinary projects, Dr. Paulk realized that she missed her first love – private practice! Formerly called Restoration Counseling Services, BATT was originally located in the Crestline area. In 2004, BATT moved to Homewood to be more centrally located and accessible to more people. In a few years, we outgrew the Homewood facility and found our current home in Vestavia Hills.
As a Family Nurse Practitioner, I diagnose and treat patients in AL, AZ, CO, FL, VA, and WA. Specialities: prescription management for mental health and primary care. Note: I do not provide counseling or therapy services.
I help with depression, anxiety, insomnia, and more.
As a Family Nurse Practitioner, I diagnose and treat patients in AL, AZ, CO, FL, VA, and WA. Specialities: prescription management for mental health and primary care. Note: I do not provide counseling or therapy services.
Mindfulness-based approach to working with anxiety and other unwanted emotional states.
Mindfulness-based approach to working with anxiety and other unwanted emotional states.
We are committed to offering you the best therapy science has to offer. We specialize in evidence-based treatments for insomnia, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. We offer services via telehealth so you can get the help you need without needing to factor in travel time. We offer both group classes and individual therapy for ages 14 and up. We also offer ADHD evaluations for ages 14 and up. Our primary goal is for you to leave your first session filled with hope that you can live the life you want.
I am certified and have extensive experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for Anxiety, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, & Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
We are committed to offering you the best therapy science has to offer. We specialize in evidence-based treatments for insomnia, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. We offer services via telehealth so you can get the help you need without needing to factor in travel time. We offer both group classes and individual therapy for ages 14 and up. We also offer ADHD evaluations for ages 14 and up. Our primary goal is for you to leave your first session filled with hope that you can live the life you want.
Hosted by Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Group meets in Homewood, AL 35209
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Anxiety Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.