Therapists in Birmingham, AL
I have always had a passion for teenagers and young adults because it is such a pivotal time in life that can be filled with grief, trauma, life-transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, and unprecedented amount of societal pressures. I have experience in working through these concerns and have seen counseling empower my clients in the most positive way and bring resiliency into their lives.
I have always had a passion for teenagers and young adults because it is such a pivotal time in life that can be filled with grief, trauma, life-transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, and unprecedented amount of societal pressures. I have experience in working through these concerns and have seen counseling empower my clients in the most positive way and bring resiliency into their lives.
With everything going on in the world many children, adolescents, and adults have problems that affect how they feel, act, or learn. With counseling, children, adolescents, and adults will learn how to cope in situations they may face. Counseling builds helpful thinking patterns and healthy behavioral habits.
With everything going on in the world many children, adolescents, and adults have problems that affect how they feel, act, or learn. With counseling, children, adolescents, and adults will learn how to cope in situations they may face. Counseling builds helpful thinking patterns and healthy behavioral habits.
Yellow Bird Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209
Hey there! Do you want to accomplish more in therapy than "just talking"? Are you looking for a therapist who prioritizes treating you as an individual, and not looking to label you with a diagnosis? Or, Are you looking for a therapist who actually listens, and doesn't look to push "their own agenda"? Are you looking for a therapist who is focused on getting to the root of your problem, and not just attending to surface issues? Are you looking for a therapist who pays attention? Have you experienced trauma that past therapy has not addressed? If you answered yes to any of the above then we are here to help! Keep Reading!
Hey there! Do you want to accomplish more in therapy than "just talking"? Are you looking for a therapist who prioritizes treating you as an individual, and not looking to label you with a diagnosis? Or, Are you looking for a therapist who actually listens, and doesn't look to push "their own agenda"? Are you looking for a therapist who is focused on getting to the root of your problem, and not just attending to surface issues? Are you looking for a therapist who pays attention? Have you experienced trauma that past therapy has not addressed? If you answered yes to any of the above then we are here to help! Keep Reading!
Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW-S, PIP, CAM-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35209
Thank you for visiting Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC. I am Dr. Stephanie Lett. My profession is much more than a tool for me to earn a livelihood-it is my passion. With an extensive background in child welfare, counseling, consultation, life coaching, and the observance of resources needed for underprivileged families and services for behaviorally challenged youth, I founded Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services. We have several therapists awaiting to help you! We are licensed in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and Florida.
Thank you for visiting Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC. I am Dr. Stephanie Lett. My profession is much more than a tool for me to earn a livelihood-it is my passion. With an extensive background in child welfare, counseling, consultation, life coaching, and the observance of resources needed for underprivileged families and services for behaviorally challenged youth, I founded Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services. We have several therapists awaiting to help you! We are licensed in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and Florida.
Kaycee Hair
Associate Licensed Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205
I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to come sit on my couch and tell me what is going on. My approach to therapy follows the idea that everyone has a toolkit that is always accessible to them. Therapy is a means to add new tools, sharpen existing ones, and shed old tools we no longer need that weigh us down within our accessible toolkit. I, therefore, aim to align my understanding of your life to find a holistic means to help you to the best of your abilities. I am accepting of all walks of life and any needs specific to your individual lived in experiences.
I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to come sit on my couch and tell me what is going on. My approach to therapy follows the idea that everyone has a toolkit that is always accessible to them. Therapy is a means to add new tools, sharpen existing ones, and shed old tools we no longer need that weigh us down within our accessible toolkit. I, therefore, aim to align my understanding of your life to find a holistic means to help you to the best of your abilities. I am accepting of all walks of life and any needs specific to your individual lived in experiences.
Sellers E. Terrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205 (Online Only)
Do you often...feel down or battle with stress or anxiety? Stuck in a cycle of bad relationships? Struggle to find healthy coping mechanisms? Want to dive deeper into your identity? Maybe it's time to reach out for help! I am an alternative-minded licensed therapist with 6+ years of professional counseling experience. My primary specialties are working with adults (18+) struggling with relationships, codependency, complex-trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and general life adjustment issues. I also pride myself on being a safe space for LGBTQ+ folx and BIPOC. I always strive to be a judgment-free, supportive space for all!
Do you often...feel down or battle with stress or anxiety? Stuck in a cycle of bad relationships? Struggle to find healthy coping mechanisms? Want to dive deeper into your identity? Maybe it's time to reach out for help! I am an alternative-minded licensed therapist with 6+ years of professional counseling experience. My primary specialties are working with adults (18+) struggling with relationships, codependency, complex-trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and general life adjustment issues. I also pride myself on being a safe space for LGBTQ+ folx and BIPOC. I always strive to be a judgment-free, supportive space for all!
My orientation is towards helping clients experience at the deepest level possible those beliefs and emotional stances which color every moment of their lives, even if unconsciously, and which give rise to the variety of circumstances and interactions of daily life. "Problems" are viewed in the context of the whole life, and seen as signs that a once-creative solution is now blocking the full expression of vitality, meaning, and one's most fundamental nature. Change is possible only on the foundation of a precise and honest experience of oneself marked by warmth and acceptance.
My orientation is towards helping clients experience at the deepest level possible those beliefs and emotional stances which color every moment of their lives, even if unconsciously, and which give rise to the variety of circumstances and interactions of daily life. "Problems" are viewed in the context of the whole life, and seen as signs that a once-creative solution is now blocking the full expression of vitality, meaning, and one's most fundamental nature. Change is possible only on the foundation of a precise and honest experience of oneself marked by warmth and acceptance.
Terri Williams-Glass
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35243
Waitlist for new clients
Healing from your past can lead you to your best today. I specialize in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, trauma and substance use . Additionally, I have experience in helping people work through debting, divorce and women's issues. Therapy can be an integral part of change and support when life gets bumpy. Guilt and shame, depression and anxiety are feelings that often create suffering and affect self-worth, sleep, social interactions, work and romantic relationships.
Healing from your past can lead you to your best today. I specialize in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, trauma and substance use . Additionally, I have experience in helping people work through debting, divorce and women's issues. Therapy can be an integral part of change and support when life gets bumpy. Guilt and shame, depression and anxiety are feelings that often create suffering and affect self-worth, sleep, social interactions, work and romantic relationships.
Erica Wilbanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244 (Online Only)
Are you ready for change? Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Viktor Frankl stated “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves”. I have built most of my work around studying trauma and the effects it has on a human. Trauma defined is an event or circumstance that is beyond a person's ability to cope properly. Many symptoms like anxiety, depression, dissociation, fatigue, and guilt follow trauma. Trauma is scary and I do not believe we were meant to do life alone. I offer to serve as someone who can collaboratively walk through the trauma with you.
Are you ready for change? Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Viktor Frankl stated “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves”. I have built most of my work around studying trauma and the effects it has on a human. Trauma defined is an event or circumstance that is beyond a person's ability to cope properly. Many symptoms like anxiety, depression, dissociation, fatigue, and guilt follow trauma. Trauma is scary and I do not believe we were meant to do life alone. I offer to serve as someone who can collaboratively walk through the trauma with you.
Tyana D Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35209
Waitlist for new clients
Make a choice.....create a change. I enjoy working with adults, couples and families with a variety of concerns. Depression, grief and compulsive behaviors can impact our relationships with others. I will spend time with you, increasing your awareness about unhealthy behaviors and to help identify new, more beneficial behaviors to improve your relationships. I have a special interest in working with clients who wish to explore forgiveness as a means to improve their connections with others.
Make a choice.....create a change. I enjoy working with adults, couples and families with a variety of concerns. Depression, grief and compulsive behaviors can impact our relationships with others. I will spend time with you, increasing your awareness about unhealthy behaviors and to help identify new, more beneficial behaviors to improve your relationships. I have a special interest in working with clients who wish to explore forgiveness as a means to improve their connections with others.
Marion is a licensed professional counselor committed to treating individuals and families. Her professional interests include treating children, adolescents with emotional/behavioral issues, adults struggling with life transitions, family of origin dysfunction, self compassion, trauma, depression and anxiety. Marion’s key focus is on the therapeutic relationship as she believes it is instrumental in creating change. Also, using an integrative model of change, Marion focuses on the strengths of different theories relevant to the individual’s current needs. She strives to create a space in which individuals can relax, safely express
Marion is a licensed professional counselor committed to treating individuals and families. Her professional interests include treating children, adolescents with emotional/behavioral issues, adults struggling with life transitions, family of origin dysfunction, self compassion, trauma, depression and anxiety. Marion’s key focus is on the therapeutic relationship as she believes it is instrumental in creating change. Also, using an integrative model of change, Marion focuses on the strengths of different theories relevant to the individual’s current needs. She strives to create a space in which individuals can relax, safely express
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
Are you or your loved ones struggling? Whether it be day-to-day challenges, anxiety, depression, grief or if you are just not sure what you are struggling with, I can help sort your issues out. My goal is to provide a safe, confidential, non-judgmental environment offering tools that allow my clients to manage and reduce stress that can be debilitating.I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults that have been victims of abuse, those who suffer from depression, anxiety, anger management, insecurity and behavioral issues.
Are you or your loved ones struggling? Whether it be day-to-day challenges, anxiety, depression, grief or if you are just not sure what you are struggling with, I can help sort your issues out. My goal is to provide a safe, confidential, non-judgmental environment offering tools that allow my clients to manage and reduce stress that can be debilitating.I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults that have been victims of abuse, those who suffer from depression, anxiety, anger management, insecurity and behavioral issues.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Caroline Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209 (Online Only)
My ideal client is one who is ready to talk about their difficulties and problems and accept therapeutic relationship building, unconditional positive regard, feedback and reframing. I enjoy working with clients across the life continuum starting at age 4.
My ideal client is one who is ready to talk about their difficulties and problems and accept therapeutic relationship building, unconditional positive regard, feedback and reframing. I enjoy working with clients across the life continuum starting at age 4.
Michelle McClintock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35243
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to check out Welcome Home Wellness - where my primary focus is on you. I believe it is a privilege to help people feeling confused, frustrated, anxious, depressed, or lost in life. I do not take the level of trust and vulnerability it takes to allow someone into your personal life for granted. Creating a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and nurturing space where you can heal and grow is what I hope to achieve together. It takes strength and courage to ask for help, and I find it an honor to offer support or a referral to help you navigate your way.
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to check out Welcome Home Wellness - where my primary focus is on you. I believe it is a privilege to help people feeling confused, frustrated, anxious, depressed, or lost in life. I do not take the level of trust and vulnerability it takes to allow someone into your personal life for granted. Creating a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and nurturing space where you can heal and grow is what I hope to achieve together. It takes strength and courage to ask for help, and I find it an honor to offer support or a referral to help you navigate your way.
Joanna Ware Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
Let's Talk Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CATP
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35203 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? My counseling and life coaching services are here to help. Tailored to support individuals, families, and couples, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools for overcoming obstacles and embracing positive change. With a holistic approach, I draw from diverse therapeutic techniques and personal coaching strategies to address your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll uncover insights, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a life of purpose and fulfillment. Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, career decisions, or self-discovery, I'm here to walk alongside you, guiding you
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? My counseling and life coaching services are here to help. Tailored to support individuals, families, and couples, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools for overcoming obstacles and embracing positive change. With a holistic approach, I draw from diverse therapeutic techniques and personal coaching strategies to address your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll uncover insights, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a life of purpose and fulfillment. Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, career decisions, or self-discovery, I'm here to walk alongside you, guiding you
Miranda Marcano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Hey there! I'm Miranda Marcano, and I'm so happy you found your way here. I got my M.Ed. in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor currently working towards my registered play therapy credential. I have been married to my husband for 14 years and I'm also a proud Momma to two amazing kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I completely understand the importance of finding a therapist who truly gets you, and I'm here to create a safe and understanding space for you. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, meaning we can tailor our sessions to find what works best for you.
Hey there! I'm Miranda Marcano, and I'm so happy you found your way here. I got my M.Ed. in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor currently working towards my registered play therapy credential. I have been married to my husband for 14 years and I'm also a proud Momma to two amazing kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I completely understand the importance of finding a therapist who truly gets you, and I'm here to create a safe and understanding space for you. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, meaning we can tailor our sessions to find what works best for you.
Now accepting BCBS Insurance. You’re on call 24/7, always needed, always giving. While caregiving is your passion and your calling- you're just exhausted. You want and need to be there for the important people in your life. You've dedicated yourself to helping clients, customers, family, friends, or patients in need. But somehow it's simultaneously fulfilling and draining. You need a vacation. But who needs those anyway? You'll be okay... right? Giving is a noble value. It is so important to leave this world better than you found it. But you can't pour from an empty cup.
Now accepting BCBS Insurance. You’re on call 24/7, always needed, always giving. While caregiving is your passion and your calling- you're just exhausted. You want and need to be there for the important people in your life. You've dedicated yourself to helping clients, customers, family, friends, or patients in need. But somehow it's simultaneously fulfilling and draining. You need a vacation. But who needs those anyway? You'll be okay... right? Giving is a noble value. It is so important to leave this world better than you found it. But you can't pour from an empty cup.
I have a passion for sitting with clients in their time of need and enjoy collaborating with clients to meet their goals. Using a foundation in CBT, I enjoy developing a solid treatment plan with the client to meet their needs and reach their goals in counseling. I am a birth, foster, and adoptive mom and have a passion for working with other moms as they transition into a new stage of life. Additionally, I have training and experience working with children and teens. Using specific techniques and interventions, I can work along side your child during their time of need.
I have a passion for sitting with clients in their time of need and enjoy collaborating with clients to meet their goals. Using a foundation in CBT, I enjoy developing a solid treatment plan with the client to meet their needs and reach their goals in counseling. I am a birth, foster, and adoptive mom and have a passion for working with other moms as they transition into a new stage of life. Additionally, I have training and experience working with children and teens. Using specific techniques and interventions, I can work along side your child during their time of need.
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Number of Therapists in Birmingham, AL
800+
Average cost per session
$137
Therapists in Birmingham, AL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Coping Skills |
72% | Stress |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
51% | Cigna and Evernorth |
49% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Birmingham, AL see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Birmingham?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.