Therapists in Birmingham, AL

Do you find yourself concerned about your child or teen's mental well-being due to depression, anxiety, bullying, self-harm, or poor school performance? Have you noticed your child or teen becoming defiant, irritable, or unable to manage their emotions? My goal is to help guide my clients as a supportive team-member in their therapeutic journey and help assist families with making their relationships stronger. I like to cater my therapeutic approach for my clients based on their narrative and develop coping skills to help manage their challenges based on their specific needs.

Life is not always easy. Anxiety, depression, addiction, conflict, major life changes such as the death of a loved one, entering college, or divorce, etc., and every day stressors can result in loneliness, anger, compulsiveness, and a feeling of hopelessness. However, therapeutic interventions provided in an atmosphere of acceptance and respect allows individuals to develop new ways to overcome and/or cope with life’s challenges. I am eager to listen, help you gain insight, provide resources, and share tools that can help you transition to a life that aligns with your personal values and goals.

Are you looking for peace and freedom in your life? Are you looking to lay your burdens down and find healing? I'm ready with a safe space to hear your story and walk alongside you as you learn skills to reach your goals and navigate life's challenges.

As a licensed and national board certified counselor, I have over 15 plus years of counseling experience with helping children, teens, adults and couples re-shape their lives into a healthier life. I welcome working with you to discuss concerns that you feel at this time are too heavy to bear.

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.

You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.

I approach people without judgement in an effort to help them reach their goals. With a decade of experience working with diverse populations, I specialize in LGBTQ+, blended and non-traditional family structures. I enjoy working with adolescents, as well as adults using individualized treatments to support, affirm, and empower each individual, couple, and family I get the privilege of working with.

I believe people have the capacity to overcome problems and deserve access to tools and resources that allow them to do so. I strive to connect with clients as individuals and offer a non-judgmental and considerate space that will enable clients to feel safe, to be honest, vulnerable, and challenged. I provide counseling services for clients desiring a non-judgmental, safe space. My goal is to assist you or your loved one overcome challenges and celebrate wins. I strive to help clients create healthy relationships with themselves and others, implement healthy boundaries, discover their strengths and accomplish their personal goals.

***Now Accepting New Clients***Life sometimes deals us problems and situations that seem impossible to handle. But do know there is a flip side to every card. Let me help you help yourself to work through issues life may throw your way.

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.

Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your marriage or relationships? With your children? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety/fear? Whether you are facing a job transition, conflict in your relationship, a death of a friend or relative, or another pressing concern, therapy provides you someone to listen, to walk beside you through these experiences, and to offer guidance and support as you face new discoveries and insights to your life and well-being. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and view therapy as your opportunity to grow healthier -- mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, relationally, and spiritually.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Hi There- stop on in and take a look around! I know how beautiful and hard life can be at the same time. Maybe you’re stressed, anxious, burnt out, questioning your romantic life, or dealing with a major life change. You might just be wondering to yourself, will things ever get better? Well, I want you to know there is HOPE! By working together we’ll cultivate your strengths to uncover the amazing person you already are. We'll gently explore those patterns, thoughts and behaviors that have been holding you back and lead you to living your best life!

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.

My mission is to serve individuals by providing personalized mental health care in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I strive to plant seeds of hope and empower clients to experience mental, physical, and spiritual freedom. Communicating the depth of our personal emotion is difficult, yet necessary. Therefore, my first goal in counseling is establishing an authentic connection with clients, while offering an empathetic ear without judgment. I seek to address each story in a way that meets the client where they stand. I invite all clients to be true-spirited throughout the session.

My passion is working with children, tweens and teens! However, I realize that our young clients have concerns that are intertwined with the family. My desire is to work with the family, individually and collectively, as needed. I work with people of all ages who are grieving, dealing with depression, stress and anxiety.

I have experience with a wide variety of individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, sexual trauma and grief/loss. I have experience with adolescents, emerging adults and adults from different cultures and backgrounds. I also enjoy working with individuals who are considering a life transition and/or a career change. I am here to walk alongside you as you contemplate the next right step for you. If you are hurting, you are not alone. Counseling can be a first step to healing, growth, and positive change in your life.

We are a highly trained team of talented and compassionate therapists working together to bring the latest treatment and technology to individuals, couples and families dealing with the impact and wreckage of betrayal, sex and pornography addiction, and unresolved emotional trauma.

I am a Therapist at Strive Counseling Services located in Downtown Birmingham. I am passionate about providing mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Recent events have brought the mental health needs to the forefront of our minds and many people are seeking therapy now more than ever. I have over 5 years of experience as a therapist working with children, adolescents, adults, and families addressing a variety of mental health needs. We at Strive are happy to assist you with verifying your benefits. The No Surprise Act will be discussed during scheduling. Let's Strive together!

Are you an adult with autism or believe you might have autism? Does life feel like a struggle? Many of my clients have ADHD or autism, which makes it trickier to deal with everyday life. Add to that problems like anxiety, depression, or trauma, and it can seem overwhelming. You may struggle with boundaries, understanding others, or making sense of your own feelings and reactions. I work with kids, teens, and adults who need support with these and other issues. You can learn to cope, heal, and understand yourself better. I’ll help you find your natural strengths and create a life that’s more meaningful and fun.