Marriage Counseling Therapists in Alexander City, AL
Licensed in Alabama and Colorado! After 13 years of private practice in Colorado, I relocated to Alabama where I meet virtually or in person, Education & learning new skills are significant in my approach. I'm relational & easy to talk to about even the most difficult issues. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, spiritual & relational issues, & severe mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder. I am certified in EMDR. Pysch & personality assessments are available to identify strengths & areas for growth. I enjoy working with teens & adults, male or female. I love to renew hope when it seems lost.
Licensed in Alabama and Colorado! After 13 years of private practice in Colorado, I relocated to Alabama where I meet virtually or in person, Education & learning new skills are significant in my approach. I'm relational & easy to talk to about even the most difficult issues. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, spiritual & relational issues, & severe mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder. I am certified in EMDR. Pysch & personality assessments are available to identify strengths & areas for growth. I enjoy working with teens & adults, male or female. I love to renew hope when it seems lost.
Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Associate Sex Addiction Therapist, Associate Partner Trauma Therapist, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Gottman trained, Currently training in the Neuroaffective Relational Model
I consider it a great honor to walk with you in your journey. I approach therapy and counseling through a trauma-informed, attachment based lens. Prior to pursuing a career in counseling, I spent 25 years in the field of physical therapy working with those suffering from physical pain. This previous experience in working with those suffering physically has given me insight into how our emotional and physical well-being are two sides of the same coin. Because of this experience, I strive to approach counseling from a holistic perspective paying close attention to the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of each person.
Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Associate Sex Addiction Therapist, Associate Partner Trauma Therapist, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Gottman trained, Currently training in the Neuroaffective Relational Model
I consider it a great honor to walk with you in your journey. I approach therapy and counseling through a trauma-informed, attachment based lens. Prior to pursuing a career in counseling, I spent 25 years in the field of physical therapy working with those suffering from physical pain. This previous experience in working with those suffering physically has given me insight into how our emotional and physical well-being are two sides of the same coin. Because of this experience, I strive to approach counseling from a holistic perspective paying close attention to the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of each person.
Are you feeling weighed down by life's challenges, struggling with grief, depression, or anxiety? Perhaps you're searching for meaning and purpose through a faith-based lens or finding it difficult to maintain healthy boundaries in your relationships. As a grief-informed professional, I understand how overwhelming these feelings can be. Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, life transitions, or emotional pain, I provide a judgment-free space where your experiences are validated and your faith is respected.
Are you feeling weighed down by life's challenges, struggling with grief, depression, or anxiety? Perhaps you're searching for meaning and purpose through a faith-based lens or finding it difficult to maintain healthy boundaries in your relationships. As a grief-informed professional, I understand how overwhelming these feelings can be. Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, life transitions, or emotional pain, I provide a judgment-free space where your experiences are validated and your faith is respected.
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Are you a partner who grieves the relationship you used to have?
I love working with couples, striving to overcome the issues that have pushed them apart. I've worked with many couples with a wide variety of issues, including infidelity, abuse, sexual difficulties, relationship dissolution, PTSD, mental health issues, and substance abuse.
Are you a partner who grieves the relationship you used to have?
I love working with couples, striving to overcome the issues that have pushed them apart. I've worked with many couples with a wide variety of issues, including infidelity, abuse, sexual difficulties, relationship dissolution, PTSD, mental health issues, and substance abuse.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves in a place where life feels out of control, but there’s hope. You deserve clarity, emotional strength, and healthier ways to cope. Together, we can work on rebuilding confidence, improving relationships, and managing the stress life throws your way. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, equipped with the tools to manage your emotions, and ready to create lasting, positive change. Let’s take that first step together.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves in a place where life feels out of control, but there’s hope. You deserve clarity, emotional strength, and healthier ways to cope. Together, we can work on rebuilding confidence, improving relationships, and managing the stress life throws your way. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, equipped with the tools to manage your emotions, and ready to create lasting, positive change. Let’s take that first step together.
The challenges and difficulties of life can cause a person to feel defeated, hurt, and overwhelmed. Having no one to understand the heartache, frustration, and worries is tiring. Sometimes the only way to get through life is to hide away in a safe space while struggling to make it through another day. That safe space has caused you to feel trapped and miserable in a dark place, wondering what your purpose for living is. You are tired of feeling judged and not heard when you have taken the risk to share your story with others. Instead, you just wish someone would stop and listen without judgement to your story and offer some hope.
The challenges and difficulties of life can cause a person to feel defeated, hurt, and overwhelmed. Having no one to understand the heartache, frustration, and worries is tiring. Sometimes the only way to get through life is to hide away in a safe space while struggling to make it through another day. That safe space has caused you to feel trapped and miserable in a dark place, wondering what your purpose for living is. You are tired of feeling judged and not heard when you have taken the risk to share your story with others. Instead, you just wish someone would stop and listen without judgement to your story and offer some hope.
I provide talk therapy for individuals and couples as well as administer microcurrent neurofeedback that leads to symptom relief and improved wellness.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
I provide talk therapy for individuals and couples as well as administer microcurrent neurofeedback that leads to symptom relief and improved wellness.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
I am here to be your partner through your journey to self improvement!
Life is challenging and learning to navigate it in a healthy manner is key to being happy. Are you just content or satisfied where you are in life or do you want to “reach for the stars” but life has taken the wind out of your sails? I like to meet people where they are and as a counselor help them reach where they want to be mentally. I believe my life experiences have shaped me into a counselor that connects with clients without judgement. Connecting to a counselor is the most important aspect of counseling because without a connection you may not feel comfortable being vulnerable.
I am here to be your partner through your journey to self improvement!
Life is challenging and learning to navigate it in a healthy manner is key to being happy. Are you just content or satisfied where you are in life or do you want to “reach for the stars” but life has taken the wind out of your sails? I like to meet people where they are and as a counselor help them reach where they want to be mentally. I believe my life experiences have shaped me into a counselor that connects with clients without judgement. Connecting to a counselor is the most important aspect of counseling because without a connection you may not feel comfortable being vulnerable.
Life is a beautiful, complex journey, often filled with both deep joy and unique, heavy challenges. As a Black woman, a wife, and a mother, I bring a lived understanding of what it means to navigate these layers and balance the many roles we carry. My name is Maegan Williams-Pope, and my mission is to provide a grounded, empathetic space where you can explore your story without judgment. My practice is rooted in a person-centered approach, meaning I honor you as the expert of your own experience. Together, we will walk through the complexities of your life at your own pace.
Life is a beautiful, complex journey, often filled with both deep joy and unique, heavy challenges. As a Black woman, a wife, and a mother, I bring a lived understanding of what it means to navigate these layers and balance the many roles we carry. My name is Maegan Williams-Pope, and my mission is to provide a grounded, empathetic space where you can explore your story without judgment. My practice is rooted in a person-centered approach, meaning I honor you as the expert of your own experience. Together, we will walk through the complexities of your life at your own pace.
I work with children, families, and couples.
Adverse experiences in early life, such as trauma, neglect, or abuse, can have long-lasting effects on emotional and social development. These experiences can impact an individual’s ability to form healthy relationships in adulthood. Many adults who have faced such challenges may struggle with trust, intimacy, or communication in their relationships. Unresolved feelings from past experiences can lead to patterns of behavior that hinder relationship-building, such as fear of abandonment, heightened anxiety in social situations, or difficulty expressing emotions.
I work with children, families, and couples.
Adverse experiences in early life, such as trauma, neglect, or abuse, can have long-lasting effects on emotional and social development. These experiences can impact an individual’s ability to form healthy relationships in adulthood. Many adults who have faced such challenges may struggle with trust, intimacy, or communication in their relationships. Unresolved feelings from past experiences can lead to patterns of behavior that hinder relationship-building, such as fear of abandonment, heightened anxiety in social situations, or difficulty expressing emotions.
I am here to be a tool for you! I want to help you get on your desired path, even if that means searching for what that path could be to help you thrive at life. Many of us have been given the idea that counseling is only for problems. Absolutely, counseling is a great tool for when problems do arise, but it can be used to keep the good going and maybe even spring forward to great. We are naturally talented at seeing problems. I want to help you to be reprogrammed to see what is going well and then to do more of that in your life. Let me know when you would like to get together to build from wherever you may currently find yourself.
I am here to be a tool for you! I want to help you get on your desired path, even if that means searching for what that path could be to help you thrive at life. Many of us have been given the idea that counseling is only for problems. Absolutely, counseling is a great tool for when problems do arise, but it can be used to keep the good going and maybe even spring forward to great. We are naturally talented at seeing problems. I want to help you to be reprogrammed to see what is going well and then to do more of that in your life. Let me know when you would like to get together to build from wherever you may currently find yourself.
I read this simple sentence several years ago: You have survived 100% of your worst days. It’s my go-to reminder that we are all built for survival. I believe each individual holds within them a unique set of strengths and skills to help navigate life and all its challenges. During times of change, stress, or crisis, we often feel unable to access and use the tools that could help us move forward. Issues like depression or anxiety can leave us feeling powerless. My passion is helping people of all ages and backgrounds discover and utilize the power deep within them so they can achieve their goals.
I read this simple sentence several years ago: You have survived 100% of your worst days. It’s my go-to reminder that we are all built for survival. I believe each individual holds within them a unique set of strengths and skills to help navigate life and all its challenges. During times of change, stress, or crisis, we often feel unable to access and use the tools that could help us move forward. Issues like depression or anxiety can leave us feeling powerless. My passion is helping people of all ages and backgrounds discover and utilize the power deep within them so they can achieve their goals.
My name is Dr. Chelsea Taylor, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama. I work with all ages up to 99+. I have extensive experience with assisting individuals with life changes, grief/ loss, and relationship issues. I specialize in child/adolescent behaviors and disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, stress, and adjustment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help clients thrive despite life’s challenges.
My name is Dr. Chelsea Taylor, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama. I work with all ages up to 99+. I have extensive experience with assisting individuals with life changes, grief/ loss, and relationship issues. I specialize in child/adolescent behaviors and disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, stress, and adjustment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help clients thrive despite life’s challenges.
In addition to therapy for individuals, couples and families, I teach psychoeducation classes and lead conferences regarding healthy communication, conflict resolution, personal responsibility, forgiveness, healthy relationships, sexual addiction and more.
Therapy is a safe place to work through difficult issues you're facing. It can provide tremendous encouragement, support and help for individual growth and relationships. I provide online therapy based on Christian principles and proven techniques to help you find the healing God desires for you. I've had years of training and experience working with a wide variety of clients. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist and hold a certification in EMDR. EMDR will neutralize negative memories and trauma, while providing self confidence and self worth. You'll no longer be triggered by memories or negative beliefs about yourself.
In addition to therapy for individuals, couples and families, I teach psychoeducation classes and lead conferences regarding healthy communication, conflict resolution, personal responsibility, forgiveness, healthy relationships, sexual addiction and more.
Therapy is a safe place to work through difficult issues you're facing. It can provide tremendous encouragement, support and help for individual growth and relationships. I provide online therapy based on Christian principles and proven techniques to help you find the healing God desires for you. I've had years of training and experience working with a wide variety of clients. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist and hold a certification in EMDR. EMDR will neutralize negative memories and trauma, while providing self confidence and self worth. You'll no longer be triggered by memories or negative beliefs about yourself.
Online Therapists
Shirley A. Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, LPC, NCC, ACPE-P
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35216
" Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
As a Pastoral Counselor, I integrate the wisdom of faith and the insights of psychotherapy with each person whom I serve. While my own spirituality and faith are important to me, I do not impose them on others. I offer a place where each person can find wholeness in a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship.
" Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
As a Pastoral Counselor, I integrate the wisdom of faith and the insights of psychotherapy with each person whom I serve. While my own spirituality and faith are important to me, I do not impose them on others. I offer a place where each person can find wholeness in a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship.
As people, we all search for balance in this journey called life. I'm here for clients who look like I do because we've shared similar experiences and can relate as a result. I am here for clients who want to feel comfortable and seen before divulging information about their experiences but who are also ready to acknowledge their opportunities for personal growth and utilize them. Forward progression is a desire of many, but work will be required to achieve it. I am here to help others address childhood trauma, relationship struggles, grief, school/work life, and new environments or seasons of life.
As people, we all search for balance in this journey called life. I'm here for clients who look like I do because we've shared similar experiences and can relate as a result. I am here for clients who want to feel comfortable and seen before divulging information about their experiences but who are also ready to acknowledge their opportunities for personal growth and utilize them. Forward progression is a desire of many, but work will be required to achieve it. I am here to help others address childhood trauma, relationship struggles, grief, school/work life, and new environments or seasons of life.
I also work with couples struggling with communication and sexual desire discrepancies.
Insight, motivation, purpose. These three words describe how I can help. Are you looking to gain insight into your struggles? Motivation to grow and get better as a person? Looking for someone to come along side you in your journey to find purpose in life? We can work together as your story unfolds, taking your past and present experiences to make a plan for a healthy, fulfilling, more purposeful future. We can work together to identify and practice techniques and skills that will benefit you and help you to thrive in your relationships and in life. I am also certified as a counselor supervisor.
I also work with couples struggling with communication and sexual desire discrepancies.
Insight, motivation, purpose. These three words describe how I can help. Are you looking to gain insight into your struggles? Motivation to grow and get better as a person? Looking for someone to come along side you in your journey to find purpose in life? We can work together as your story unfolds, taking your past and present experiences to make a plan for a healthy, fulfilling, more purposeful future. We can work together to identify and practice techniques and skills that will benefit you and help you to thrive in your relationships and in life. I am also certified as a counselor supervisor.
I often work with:
-Kids, teens, and adults with ADHD or high-functioning autism
- Couples who want to grow closer or work through conflict
-Individuals facing stress, trauma, or overwhelming emotions
If you’re curious whether counseling could help, I’d be glad to talk with you. We’ll sort through what feels messy and take steady steps toward hope and healing.
I am always learning & working from a growing knowledge of multiple approaches. I believe the best therapists are flexible and take an eclectic approach to fit the needs of the client.
I often work with:
-Kids, teens, and adults with ADHD or high-functioning autism
- Couples who want to grow closer or work through conflict
-Individuals facing stress, trauma, or overwhelming emotions
If you’re curious whether counseling could help, I’d be glad to talk with you. We’ll sort through what feels messy and take steady steps toward hope and healing.
I am always learning & working from a growing knowledge of multiple approaches. I believe the best therapists are flexible and take an eclectic approach to fit the needs of the client.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
Through therapy, we can explore how to achieve a healthy and balanced life through weekly or biweekly sessions. During our time together, we can create individualized approaches to help you cope with your life's challenges and meet your personal goals. You do not have to go on this journey alone.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
Through therapy, we can explore how to achieve a healthy and balanced life through weekly or biweekly sessions. During our time together, we can create individualized approaches to help you cope with your life's challenges and meet your personal goals. You do not have to go on this journey alone.
As a Certified Pastoral Counselor, Addiction Recovery Specialist, and Licensed Ordained Minister, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate addiction, trauma, and unwanted behavior with both clinical precision and pastoral care.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), narrative therapy, attachment theory, and trauma-informed care to help you better understand yourself and your relationships.
As a Certified Pastoral Counselor, Addiction Recovery Specialist, and Licensed Ordained Minister, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate addiction, trauma, and unwanted behavior with both clinical precision and pastoral care.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), narrative therapy, attachment theory, and trauma-informed care to help you better understand yourself and your relationships.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.