Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Mobile, AL

My practice primarily serves military veterans, service members, first responders, and other persons who are struggling with emotional, relational, and/or spiritual issues related to trauma , loss, and addiction. I rely heavily on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and other empirically supported approaches. I also believe that spirituality and/or religious faith can provide powerful sources of strength and suffering in the healing process. As such, I enjoy assuming a holistic approach according to my clients' core beliefs/values in a manner that ultimately leads to greater meaning, purpose, and belonging in life.

Dr. Kline's practice provides a compassionate, relaxed, and informal, environment where people in emotional pain can focus on getting better without fear of judgment. With experience and expertise spanning cognitive, behavioral, emotional, neurophysiological, and sociocultural levels of analysis, he provides an integrative, individualized, non-pharmacological approach to treating mental illness. If you are already taking medication, psychotherapy can help make it more effective. He believes that a diagnosis can help inform treatment, but does not define you. Diagnostic categories often don't entirely fit a given individual, so treatment needs to reflect individual goals and needs.

Welcome, I am so glad you are here! When seeking out counseling there are many things you desire for your life. You desire a life free of overwhelming thoughts circulating through your head. You desire a way to cope with your big emotions when they seem all consuming. You desire to have someone listen while you are walking through grief. You desire to process your trauma so that you can live a life without becoming triggered everyday. This is possible for you.

Are you a veteran or family member seeking direction, I can help. Individual, couple and group sessions are available with hours that work for you. Sometimes life can bring us to our knees. When it does, I've found, it's important to have the right support system. Learning how to look at painful experiences differently and live a value-based life can mean the difference between existing and thriving. Personal experience has shown me that a change in perspectives, and developing new skills, have the power to transform our pain into a powerful life experience.

My goal is to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental, affirming environment where self-exploration, growth, and positive change can occur. I work with adolescents, adults, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced significant trauma , abuse, depression, and anxiety.

Welcome to The Sunshine's Haven Counseling Center, LLC! My name is Afiya K. Hooker and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist. The clients I serve may be experiencing feelings of depression, trauma , anger, distress and anxiety, mood instability, relational/familial issues, or other diverse challenges. I have a passion for helping clients regain control, utilize positive and practical coping skills, and create positive change within their everyday lives. Allow me to help you on your journey by scheduling an appointment on my website today.

I am an Allender Trained therapist working with clients who have significant stories of harm. My focus is in issues of trauma , addiction, grief, shame and relational issues for both men, women and couples. My training is in a narrative approach, helping people uncover their story, leading to pathways of healing. It is in relationships that we get wounded and it is in relationships that we find healing. We are storied people. Our stories include places of harm and trauma . I believe the work in healing and growth is uncovering our stories and bringing care to the places of harm.

I am an LICSW Psychotherapist in Alabama who can help you break free from limiting thoughts and beliefs that create fear, anxiety, depression and emotional pain. As a trauma -informed therapist, I also seek to reduce self-sabotaging behaviors and patterns of toxic relationships. I provide a wide variety of psychoeducational materials and techniques to promote a higher level of knowledge, insight and coping skills. I help clients reach their goals and navigate through the healing journey. I utilize different treatment modalities tailored for individual needs.

"You are strong enough to face it all, even if it doesn't feel like it right now" . This quote speaks quite loudly to me because upon reflection, I find that Life has a way of interfering when I am busy doing something else. I have spent the better part of 25 years learning who I am and have willingly and sometimes unwillingly faced harsh realities I would not chose for anyone, much less myself. One of the most important things that has proven to be true for me, is that if I can find meaning in events that shattered my world or at the very least, shook it up, then my understanding and insight increased and I could find peace.

My goal as a counselor is to help you find total health in your life using a holistic approach. Emotional, mental, and spiritual health are all equally important components of your total health. I work hard to provide a safe space where you feel comfortable processing your emotions and where you will find motivation to grow. My specialties include substance abuse disorders, codependency issues, developing healthy boundaries, and trauma -related issues. I utilize a variety of therapies including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based solutions.

In counseling, we will explore life cycles and any strongholds getting in the way of achieving your present and future goals. Life as we know it has changed during the pandemic. Therefore, it's important to have a safe space to reflect and verbalize the changes you have experienced while identifying what you have learned about yourself in order to move forward in your journey.

Are you feeling helpless, hopeless, worthless or a combination of the three?Perhaps you experience feelings of anxiety that may hinder your daily functioning and interactions.If you feel depressed, sad, numb, anxious, have negative thoughts about yourself or you just can’t quite put your finger on it, you probably wish things could be different.I am here to tell you that they can be!I applaud you for reaching out to explore counseling and taking a step toward turning things around in your life.I am here to assist you in identifying and working toward your goals and becoming the healthiest and happiest you.

This world is a broken place, and all of us are affected by that brokenness. Often, we seek to escape or cover the pain by pretending we don't hurt and looking to relationships and addictive behaviors to cope. As we avoid what's really happening inside, we can find ourselves struggling with depression, anxiety, and many other mental health issues. I look forward to working with clients who are hoping for a deeper level of healing and who are ready to do the courageous work of facing the truth about their story and how it has affected them.

When people have experienced trauma , losses, stressors, and difficulties in relationships, they sometimes struggle to find hope. When relationships with friends, children & family are confusing and challenging, many feel isolated. You may judge yourself harshly instead of practicing self-compassion, leading to feelings of low self-esteem. In addition to meeting the needs of people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma , grief, and family conflict, members of the adoption triad will find a safe space here to explore their story and prepare to meet the unique needs that encompass adoption.

The fact that you’ve landed on my profile tells me that there is still hope in your heart. Hope that things can get better. Hope that you can live a better life. Hope that you no longer have to struggle. I never realized how many times per day I used the word “hope” until after I named my practice. I would be willing to bet that you use it a lot, too. H.O.P.E. stands for "Healing Our Painful Experiences.”

ALL of us (Especially Todays Veterans) have had Experiences or been in Circumstances that can cause over-whelming Emotional Problems: Nightmares, Feelings of Impending Doom, Intense Nervousness and Depression which can leave us feeling out of control... Counseling is a good first step to begin to heal. I offer Assessment and Counseling to address: Personal - Family - Marital 'Life's' Issues and 'Veteran's' Issues (Primarily those that resulted in ' PTSD .'). I will help and encourage you in telling your 'story'. 'Living in-to the events' that caused your distress is essential for you to be able to move on.