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Maria Stansbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Coming from a foreign heritage, military life experience, and parenting a child with differences, you will find that I understand many of your struggles because I have walked your walk; grief, life transitions, and even calamity.
Si estas en Alabama y buscas evaluacion y tratamiento profesional de psicologia, en Espanol, en mi encontras una profesional capacitada pero que ayuda desde su corazon. Necesitas tratamiento contra la ansiedad, depresion, problemas de conducta de ninos y jovenes, vicios, divorcio, o adulterio? Sospechas o tienes un diagnostico nuevo de Esquizofrenia, Bipolar, Personalidad de Limited, Autismo o Deficiencia de Atencion e Hiperactividad? Necesitas evaluaciones y tratamiento psicologico para corte de immigracion? Yo ofrezco todos esos servicios a precios razonables. Tengo horarios de manana, tarde y noche, en persona y virtual. Llamame
Coming from a foreign heritage, military life experience, and parenting a child with differences, you will find that I understand many of your struggles because I have walked your walk; grief, life transitions, and even calamity.
Si estas en Alabama y buscas evaluacion y tratamiento profesional de psicologia, en Espanol, en mi encontras una profesional capacitada pero que ayuda desde su corazon. Necesitas tratamiento contra la ansiedad, depresion, problemas de conducta de ninos y jovenes, vicios, divorcio, o adulterio? Sospechas o tienes un diagnostico nuevo de Esquizofrenia, Bipolar, Personalidad de Limited, Autismo o Deficiencia de Atencion e Hiperactividad? Necesitas evaluaciones y tratamiento psicologico para corte de immigracion? Yo ofrezco todos esos servicios a precios razonables. Tengo horarios de manana, tarde y noche, en persona y virtual. Llamame
(256) 649-6665 View (256) 649-6665
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Casey Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35613
Waitlist for new clients
Life is often met with unexpected challenges. Are you having a hard time coping with your circumstances? Are you looking to find meaning in your life after being met with many disappointments? Have you struggled to maintain healthy relationships with others? Are you a parent of a child/adolescent who is facing significant challenges? If so, allow me to assist you with improving your overall quality of life for yourself and those you love. My areas of interest include self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, school-related challenges, and non-suicidal self-injury.
Life is often met with unexpected challenges. Are you having a hard time coping with your circumstances? Are you looking to find meaning in your life after being met with many disappointments? Have you struggled to maintain healthy relationships with others? Are you a parent of a child/adolescent who is facing significant challenges? If so, allow me to assist you with improving your overall quality of life for yourself and those you love. My areas of interest include self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, school-related challenges, and non-suicidal self-injury.
(256) 645-8125 View (256) 645-8125
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Family Support Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, RPT-S, PCIT
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Parenting is hard work and children don't come with instructions! As a parent we often worry about our children's well-being and we want to do the best for our children. At the same time we can feel overwhelmed especially if our children have experienced abuse, are acting out, experiencing adjustment to a divorce or other family changes, making bad choices, or seem sad and worried. Sometimes we don't know where to turn or what to do next. You may start to feel like you've tried everything with no results. I, and my licensed associate therapists, specialize in these and other issues.
Parenting is hard work and children don't come with instructions! As a parent we often worry about our children's well-being and we want to do the best for our children. At the same time we can feel overwhelmed especially if our children have experienced abuse, are acting out, experiencing adjustment to a divorce or other family changes, making bad choices, or seem sad and worried. Sometimes we don't know where to turn or what to do next. You may start to feel like you've tried everything with no results. I, and my licensed associate therapists, specialize in these and other issues.
(256) 588-4726 View (256) 588-4726
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Alyssa Lamp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35611
My specialty is working with adults, teens, and parents. Each stage of life brings new challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unprepared. I love helping people overcome their life difficulties by providing guidance and support. My mission is to help my clients work through problems by finding solutions, find purpose in their life and grow as an individual, and utilize their strengths and feel confident. Areas of focus include: relationships, parenting, ADHD, anger, anxiety, depression, divorce, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, and social skills.
My specialty is working with adults, teens, and parents. Each stage of life brings new challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unprepared. I love helping people overcome their life difficulties by providing guidance and support. My mission is to help my clients work through problems by finding solutions, find purpose in their life and grow as an individual, and utilize their strengths and feel confident. Areas of focus include: relationships, parenting, ADHD, anger, anxiety, depression, divorce, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, and social skills.
(256) 217-9791 View (256) 217-9791
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Michelle Couey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35611
Start living a fantastic life now! I have 15+ years of experience helping others with anxiety, self esteem, depression, troubled relationships, parenting, boundary issues, and work place stress.
If you have tried therapy before and were disappointed with the results, keep reading. I do more than just listen. I will provide you with tools, that you can use to make long term, positive changes in your life. Are you tired of feeling burnt out and discouraged from prioritizing others, over yourself? Doubting yourself, and continuing to find yourself in unsatisfying relationships? Do you want to stop feeling guilty and feel confident? Do you feel you are failing at parenting? Feeling lonely or ignored in your relationships? I CAN help. Let 2024 finally be your year of successes!
Start living a fantastic life now! I have 15+ years of experience helping others with anxiety, self esteem, depression, troubled relationships, parenting, boundary issues, and work place stress.
If you have tried therapy before and were disappointed with the results, keep reading. I do more than just listen. I will provide you with tools, that you can use to make long term, positive changes in your life. Are you tired of feeling burnt out and discouraged from prioritizing others, over yourself? Doubting yourself, and continuing to find yourself in unsatisfying relationships? Do you want to stop feeling guilty and feel confident? Do you feel you are failing at parenting? Feeling lonely or ignored in your relationships? I CAN help. Let 2024 finally be your year of successes!
(256) 384-8679 View (256) 384-8679
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Patty Wilkes Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
CALLTODAY--BE SEEN TODAY I am Patty Wilkes. I have 40 years of experience treating adults and adolescents for anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, relationship problems, and occupational issues. I am pleased to work cooperatively with your physician or attorney. I am available 24/7. Just call 256/431-5060.
CALLTODAY--BE SEEN TODAY I am Patty Wilkes. I have 40 years of experience treating adults and adolescents for anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, relationship problems, and occupational issues. I am pleased to work cooperatively with your physician or attorney. I am available 24/7. Just call 256/431-5060.
(256) 216-4865 View (256) 216-4865
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Nancy McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35613
I believe in the natural ability we all have to overcome adversity. My goal is to empower you in finding your own strengths and developing additional tools that allow you to experience fullfillment and success in your life that you are looking for. As a psychotherapist, I work with clients facing mental health, emotional, and quality of life challenges. I have a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy, but also apply psycholanalytical for its strengths with your individualized needs. Depression, anxiety, serious mental illness, behavioral, coping, relational and personal growth are common areas, but not the only areas focused on.
I believe in the natural ability we all have to overcome adversity. My goal is to empower you in finding your own strengths and developing additional tools that allow you to experience fullfillment and success in your life that you are looking for. As a psychotherapist, I work with clients facing mental health, emotional, and quality of life challenges. I have a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy, but also apply psycholanalytical for its strengths with your individualized needs. Depression, anxiety, serious mental illness, behavioral, coping, relational and personal growth are common areas, but not the only areas focused on.
(256) 867-1428 View (256) 867-1428
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Halley McNeal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35613
Integrating creativity into healing is my passion. My goal as a therapist is to cultivate a safe space where you feel comfortable bringing your own passions and interests into the session. In therapy, I'll help you to heal from your hurts and meet your goals holistically. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and their families to process issues related to trauma, attachment, self-harm/suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, anger management, divorce, grief, identity development, and life transitions.
Integrating creativity into healing is my passion. My goal as a therapist is to cultivate a safe space where you feel comfortable bringing your own passions and interests into the session. In therapy, I'll help you to heal from your hurts and meet your goals holistically. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and their families to process issues related to trauma, attachment, self-harm/suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, anger management, divorce, grief, identity development, and life transitions.
(256) 798-0421 View (256) 798-0421
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Alicia Winkle Davila
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35611
Hi! I'm Alicia. I am a LPC-S in Alabama and an LPC in Georgia. I also am a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider. I have worked with all populations and believe that the key to therapy with any person is respect. I aim to help clients work through their problems to have a more enjoyable life. I use an integrative therapy approaching incorporating person centered therapy techniques (focuses on building strong rapport and respect between client and therapist) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in order to assist clients in making their thinking more positive and decrease negative thinking habits. I also
Hi! I'm Alicia. I am a LPC-S in Alabama and an LPC in Georgia. I also am a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider. I have worked with all populations and believe that the key to therapy with any person is respect. I aim to help clients work through their problems to have a more enjoyable life. I use an integrative therapy approaching incorporating person centered therapy techniques (focuses on building strong rapport and respect between client and therapist) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in order to assist clients in making their thinking more positive and decrease negative thinking habits. I also
(256) 384-0800 View (256) 384-0800
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Lindsey Hill Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Hi, I’m Lindsey. I am a licensed professional counselor with 12 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in mood and behavioral issues at various stages of life including ADHD, ODD, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. My main goal as a therapist is to help my clients create their own path to happiness and discover their full potential.
Hi, I’m Lindsey. I am a licensed professional counselor with 12 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in mood and behavioral issues at various stages of life including ADHD, ODD, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. My main goal as a therapist is to help my clients create their own path to happiness and discover their full potential.
(256) 854-2011 View (256) 854-2011
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Kathy W. Strickland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35613
My life's work is supporting people in achieving a more fulfilling life. Wouldn't it be great to live a more authentic life that feels like the one of your dreams! I enjoy supporting people in making life choices that will keep them on the path that they desire. I am enthusiastic about using a Wellness Model and I choose to work on a self-pay basis based on income. I am trained in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Coaching and other modalities as needed.
My life's work is supporting people in achieving a more fulfilling life. Wouldn't it be great to live a more authentic life that feels like the one of your dreams! I enjoy supporting people in making life choices that will keep them on the path that they desire. I am enthusiastic about using a Wellness Model and I choose to work on a self-pay basis based on income. I am trained in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Coaching and other modalities as needed.
(256) 724-8710 View (256) 724-8710
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Eagle Consulting/Counseling Division
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
You can find hope here. We strive to provide each person an experience of support, inspiration, motivation, and hope through proven counseling techniques. This is a safe place to tell your story and begin writing a new chapter. We listen to understand and help guide you into a new beginning. Has life just become exhausting? Are you tired of feeling alone? Do you want to find some peace and meaning?
You can find hope here. We strive to provide each person an experience of support, inspiration, motivation, and hope through proven counseling techniques. This is a safe place to tell your story and begin writing a new chapter. We listen to understand and help guide you into a new beginning. Has life just become exhausting? Are you tired of feeling alone? Do you want to find some peace and meaning?
(256) 693-8476 View (256) 693-8476
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Kathryn M Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Counseling can be an unsettling idea, but what it should be is a collaborative process in which client and therapist set goals and make plans to achieve those goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents and adults to achieve a myriad of goals and resolve personal or interpersonal issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques so that whatever we are doing fits the needs of the client and helps them along their path to wholeness and mental health.
Counseling can be an unsettling idea, but what it should be is a collaborative process in which client and therapist set goals and make plans to achieve those goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents and adults to achieve a myriad of goals and resolve personal or interpersonal issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques so that whatever we are doing fits the needs of the client and helps them along their path to wholeness and mental health.
(256) 384-4027 View (256) 384-4027
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Stacey Gardner
Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35611
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone experiences challenges at times for various reasons as we navigate life. It is my belief that therapy can be an effective tool to help individuals process and improve areas which may be preventing them from living life to the fullest potential. I strive to meet clients where they are at in their journey of self-exploration. It is not my role to solve problems, rather empower clients to gain insight and use strengths to overcome life’s challenges. In a collaborative environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood, they can truly gain insight and learn skills in which to thrive.
Everyone experiences challenges at times for various reasons as we navigate life. It is my belief that therapy can be an effective tool to help individuals process and improve areas which may be preventing them from living life to the fullest potential. I strive to meet clients where they are at in their journey of self-exploration. It is not my role to solve problems, rather empower clients to gain insight and use strengths to overcome life’s challenges. In a collaborative environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood, they can truly gain insight and learn skills in which to thrive.
(256) 914-6844 View (256) 914-6844
Kids to Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you find that you aren’t reaching your goals or continue to feel stuck? It’s time to try something different! We offer Equine Assisted Psychotherapy- come to the barn and begin treatment with our therapy team of horses where we create a plan based off individual needs!
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you find that you aren’t reaching your goals or continue to feel stuck? It’s time to try something different! We offer Equine Assisted Psychotherapy- come to the barn and begin treatment with our therapy team of horses where we create a plan based off individual needs!
(256) 578-1680 View (256) 578-1680
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Laura M Boothe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611
Are you feeling stuck in unresolved emotional wounds, disconnected relationships, or unwanted relational patterns? Are you feeling pain from leaving these issues unaddressed? What if your pain was met with tenderness, empathy and understanding? What if you found a way to move toward healing and meaningful change? I'd be honored to work with you in a collaborative relationship where you are an active participant in your journey towards finding healing and wholeness.
Are you feeling stuck in unresolved emotional wounds, disconnected relationships, or unwanted relational patterns? Are you feeling pain from leaving these issues unaddressed? What if your pain was met with tenderness, empathy and understanding? What if you found a way to move toward healing and meaningful change? I'd be honored to work with you in a collaborative relationship where you are an active participant in your journey towards finding healing and wholeness.
(256) 223-9895 View (256) 223-9895
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Rachel Sullivan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CFLE-P
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35612
Ideally, life would be without hiccups, hurt, turmoil, or bad days. Unfortunately, that is not reality. Negative circumstances and challenging relationships can leave one feeling unloved, hopeless, and stuck. If this is where you have found yourself - you are not alone! Whether your goal is to be a healthier version of you, cultivate more satisfying relationships, establish effective boundaries, develop coping skills, or learn to navigate difficult life transitions, I'm here to help! I believe every client is unique, therefore treatment is approached from a collaborative standpoint, with extreme value placed on client input.
Ideally, life would be without hiccups, hurt, turmoil, or bad days. Unfortunately, that is not reality. Negative circumstances and challenging relationships can leave one feeling unloved, hopeless, and stuck. If this is where you have found yourself - you are not alone! Whether your goal is to be a healthier version of you, cultivate more satisfying relationships, establish effective boundaries, develop coping skills, or learn to navigate difficult life transitions, I'm here to help! I believe every client is unique, therefore treatment is approached from a collaborative standpoint, with extreme value placed on client input.
(938) 888-7758 View (938) 888-7758
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Kolbie Michelle White
Counselor, LPC, NCC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35613
Day to day life can be draining and stressful. Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, and other mental health issues can make even the smallest things seem overwhelming. Sometimes just finding a place to start can be the biggest thing to tackle, where to begin? Do you want to find a way to make life just plain easier to cope with? Do you want to learn to love yourself and build better and healthier relationships? How about understand how your trauma does affect your behaviors and ways of thinking? If any of these questions resonate with you, we can tackle them together.
Day to day life can be draining and stressful. Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, and other mental health issues can make even the smallest things seem overwhelming. Sometimes just finding a place to start can be the biggest thing to tackle, where to begin? Do you want to find a way to make life just plain easier to cope with? Do you want to learn to love yourself and build better and healthier relationships? How about understand how your trauma does affect your behaviors and ways of thinking? If any of these questions resonate with you, we can tackle them together.
(256) 952-4149 View (256) 952-4149
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Michele Elaine Ries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Athens, AL 35611  (Online Only)
I understand that life can be challenging at times, and it’s important to have support when you need it. Whether you’re facing a one-time event or an ongoing issue, there are resources available to help you overcome obstacles and live the life you dream of.
I understand that life can be challenging at times, and it’s important to have support when you need it. Whether you’re facing a one-time event or an ongoing issue, there are resources available to help you overcome obstacles and live the life you dream of.
(931) 202-9074 View (931) 202-9074
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Abundant Restoration Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, AL 35612  (Online Only)
Let's talk! I am here to listen to you! I specialize in working with individuals and assisting them with exploring how traumatic experiences have impacted their self-worth, reactions and responses, and relationships. No matter how big or small your traumatic experience was, I will show you that it does not define who you are. I believe that everyone can surpass challenging experiences and create a sense of well-being. I will work alongside you and support you in unpacking hurtful feelings, managing stressors, improving relationships, and minimizing depression and anxiety.
Let's talk! I am here to listen to you! I specialize in working with individuals and assisting them with exploring how traumatic experiences have impacted their self-worth, reactions and responses, and relationships. No matter how big or small your traumatic experience was, I will show you that it does not define who you are. I believe that everyone can surpass challenging experiences and create a sense of well-being. I will work alongside you and support you in unpacking hurtful feelings, managing stressors, improving relationships, and minimizing depression and anxiety.
(205) 931-6493 View (205) 931-6493

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Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.