Adoption Therapists in Opelika, AL
Life can be difficult and hard to handle on your own. If you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, take a step by reaching out for help. I am interested in helping you through the journey of change. I can help you learn new ways of handling your concerns that can make a difference in how you think and feel. I offer a supportive environment in which you can grow and have a better future.
Life can be difficult and hard to handle on your own. If you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, take a step by reaching out for help. I am interested in helping you through the journey of change. I can help you learn new ways of handling your concerns that can make a difference in how you think and feel. I offer a supportive environment in which you can grow and have a better future.
We all have seasons in our lives when we feel stuck and need help to find our way through the tough times. Negative events can cause depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, relationship, and behavioral concerns. I create a safe and comfortable space for my clients to feel heard and understood as they grow towards becoming their authentic selves. Everyone has a purpose and a destiny. Therapy is a collaborative process. My clients and I work together to increase their resilience, recognize their strengths, and improve their sense of well-being in a safe, nurturing, and affirming therapeutic environment.
We all have seasons in our lives when we feel stuck and need help to find our way through the tough times. Negative events can cause depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, relationship, and behavioral concerns. I create a safe and comfortable space for my clients to feel heard and understood as they grow towards becoming their authentic selves. Everyone has a purpose and a destiny. Therapy is a collaborative process. My clients and I work together to increase their resilience, recognize their strengths, and improve their sense of well-being in a safe, nurturing, and affirming therapeutic environment.
While there are many reasons someone may seek therapy, I aim to create a safe space where everyone can freely explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment. Through personalized and compassionate therapy, we can uncover your strengths and resources to enhance your emotional well-being and overall mental health.
While there are many reasons someone may seek therapy, I aim to create a safe space where everyone can freely explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment. Through personalized and compassionate therapy, we can uncover your strengths and resources to enhance your emotional well-being and overall mental health.
Pearl Behavioral Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Pearl Behavioral Health Services is founded on the belief that anyone is capable of change and can benefit from support from a non biased source and nonjudgmental environment where you can truly remove your filter and work through anything you are struggling with. Our team of 8 licensed counselors and two locations in Athens and Huntsville can help you work through any struggles you are having.
Pearl Behavioral Health Services is founded on the belief that anyone is capable of change and can benefit from support from a non biased source and nonjudgmental environment where you can truly remove your filter and work through anything you are struggling with. Our team of 8 licensed counselors and two locations in Athens and Huntsville can help you work through any struggles you are having.
I'm grateful you’re taking a chance at considering counseling. Ideally, you are at a point ready for a change and looking for someone to support you in your goals. It seems most challenges have to do with a person's past experiences, relationships, and/or worldview and their role in it. Those various areas can affect a person at different levels. A large part of my role is to help empower you, properly connect you with a healthy community, and when the time is right, work myself out of the picture.
I'm grateful you’re taking a chance at considering counseling. Ideally, you are at a point ready for a change and looking for someone to support you in your goals. It seems most challenges have to do with a person's past experiences, relationships, and/or worldview and their role in it. Those various areas can affect a person at different levels. A large part of my role is to help empower you, properly connect you with a healthy community, and when the time is right, work myself out of the picture.
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Colvin Jeffrey Brogdon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help adults, teens, adolescents and children with issues such as addictions, marital problems, foster care, adoption, anxiety issues, post traumatic stress, Autism Spectrum Disorders, etc.
Life has many challenges. It's difficult to move forward if you're paralyzed by hurts and traumatic events of the past. Even present day situations can create feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. "What's the use?!" "I'll never get better!" "Why am I even here?" If those are some of your questions, give me a call. Let's talk it out together.
I help adults, teens, adolescents and children with issues such as addictions, marital problems, foster care, adoption, anxiety issues, post traumatic stress, Autism Spectrum Disorders, etc.
Life has many challenges. It's difficult to move forward if you're paralyzed by hurts and traumatic events of the past. Even present day situations can create feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. "What's the use?!" "I'll never get better!" "Why am I even here?" If those are some of your questions, give me a call. Let's talk it out together.
Helping You Heal the Hurt and Rekindle Connection
A relational approach to betrayal, intimacy, and everything in between.
If you're feeling disconnected, betrayed, or overwhelmed in your relationship, you're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families rebuild trust, repair intimacy, and restore connection after painful ruptures.
Whether you’re recovering from infidelity, facing communication challenges, or dealing with sexual concerns, I provide a compassionate, structured, and evidence-based path toward healing and authentic growth.
Helping You Heal the Hurt and Rekindle Connection
A relational approach to betrayal, intimacy, and everything in between.
If you're feeling disconnected, betrayed, or overwhelmed in your relationship, you're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families rebuild trust, repair intimacy, and restore connection after painful ruptures.
Whether you’re recovering from infidelity, facing communication challenges, or dealing with sexual concerns, I provide a compassionate, structured, and evidence-based path toward healing and authentic growth.
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.
West Georgia Counseling & Assessment Services has been servicing families through since 2002. As of 2021, our practice also services individuals and families with private insurance, as a self pay client, individual, marital & family therapy sessions. We proudly serve our military veterans and their families as well as all members of our community. Our agency is composed of male and female, highly credentialed, diverse, and experienced staff of LPC's, APC's, Master level counselors, parent aids, and other staff. APC's and master level counselors are under supervision of our clinical supervisor. Staff is listed under picture section.
West Georgia Counseling & Assessment Services has been servicing families through since 2002. As of 2021, our practice also services individuals and families with private insurance, as a self pay client, individual, marital & family therapy sessions. We proudly serve our military veterans and their families as well as all members of our community. Our agency is composed of male and female, highly credentialed, diverse, and experienced staff of LPC's, APC's, Master level counselors, parent aids, and other staff. APC's and master level counselors are under supervision of our clinical supervisor. Staff is listed under picture section.
Sarah is ardent about taking into account each person’s individual situation, background, and experiences to help inform their path to healing and recovery. She is passionate about providing trauma informed services, so that individuals no longer feel defined and confined by their past experiences, circumstances, or situations, but can walk in freedom and wholeness.
Sarah is ardent about taking into account each person’s individual situation, background, and experiences to help inform their path to healing and recovery. She is passionate about providing trauma informed services, so that individuals no longer feel defined and confined by their past experiences, circumstances, or situations, but can walk in freedom and wholeness.
Online Therapists
Lauren Kasi Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pell City, AL 35128
I have experience working with all types of traumas and abuses, PTSD, foster care/ adoption, divorce issues, behavioral issues, peer relationships, and Per/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and have a Master's degree from Auburn University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I'm certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
I have experience working with all types of traumas and abuses, PTSD, foster care/ adoption, divorce issues, behavioral issues, peer relationships, and Per/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and have a Master's degree from Auburn University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I'm certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
I specialize in attachment-related issues, including adoption and foster care, as well as trauma, grief, and identity.
I take a strengths-focused approach with my clients, honoring the gifts they bring and their inherent dignity and worth. I desire to help children and adults develop healthy coping skills, regulate their emotions, and live within their personal values.
I specialize in attachment-related issues, including adoption and foster care, as well as trauma, grief, and identity.
I take a strengths-focused approach with my clients, honoring the gifts they bring and their inherent dignity and worth. I desire to help children and adults develop healthy coping skills, regulate their emotions, and live within their personal values.
Lifeline Counseling at Lifeline Children's Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35242
Children placed for adoption or in foster care have experienced a great deal of loss.
At Lifeline, we specialize in adoption and foster care related issues like attachment, trauma, identity development of adoptees, grief, and so much more, and approach treatment in a way that involves the whole family. We utilize a variety of therapy modalities that allow us to meet you and your family where you are with compassion and understanding.
Children placed for adoption or in foster care have experienced a great deal of loss.
At Lifeline, we specialize in adoption and foster care related issues like attachment, trauma, identity development of adoptees, grief, and so much more, and approach treatment in a way that involves the whole family. We utilize a variety of therapy modalities that allow us to meet you and your family where you are with compassion and understanding.
Felicity Blunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a masters in counseling and have provided help to people in community mental health centers, adoption agencies, and within my private practice.
Would you like to have a more fulfilling life? Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? We all feel like this sometimes and could use some help finding answers. I can develop a unique treatment plan based on the specific goals you would like to accomplish. Please allow me to help you identify ways to bring more balance and peace to your life. Reaching for help is the first brave step toward wholeness. Please call, text, or email today.
I have a masters in counseling and have provided help to people in community mental health centers, adoption agencies, and within my private practice.
Would you like to have a more fulfilling life? Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? We all feel like this sometimes and could use some help finding answers. I can develop a unique treatment plan based on the specific goals you would like to accomplish. Please allow me to help you identify ways to bring more balance and peace to your life. Reaching for help is the first brave step toward wholeness. Please call, text, or email today.
Sara Wilson Worley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
E's Training for Adoption Competency, and have completed Level 1 Theraplay training.
Are you feeling discouraged in your parenting journey? Are you worried about your child, but not sure where to start? I'm here to help! I work with adults, teenagers, and adolescents who are seeking support in achieving their goals. I place great emphasis on attachment and give attention to the entire family system in the therapeutic process. I believe that the parent-child relationship is foundational to a child’s emotional and psychological development, and my approach to therapy centers around empowering parents to create stable, compassionate, and healthy environments for their children.
E's Training for Adoption Competency, and have completed Level 1 Theraplay training.
Are you feeling discouraged in your parenting journey? Are you worried about your child, but not sure where to start? I'm here to help! I work with adults, teenagers, and adolescents who are seeking support in achieving their goals. I place great emphasis on attachment and give attention to the entire family system in the therapeutic process. I believe that the parent-child relationship is foundational to a child’s emotional and psychological development, and my approach to therapy centers around empowering parents to create stable, compassionate, and healthy environments for their children.
Life throws challenges your way, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether it’s stress, confidence, major life changes, or past experiences holding you back, the right support can help you regain control, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and strength.
Life throws challenges your way, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether it’s stress, confidence, major life changes, or past experiences holding you back, the right support can help you regain control, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and strength.
Birmingham Anxiety and Trauma Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, LICSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Do you struggle with anxiety and excessive worry? Have you been through a traumatic event that was difficult to resolve? We help individuals, couples, children, and families overcome anxiety, depression, worry, recent or past trauma, stress, PTSD, child behavioral problems, couples challenges, and family conflict issues. We identify ways to get you un-stuck and back to wellness. Our Psychologists and Therapists have many years of combined training and experience. We use state of the art techniques to help you overcome your challenges. We'll help you practice new ways of looking at things and handling problems more effectively.
Do you struggle with anxiety and excessive worry? Have you been through a traumatic event that was difficult to resolve? We help individuals, couples, children, and families overcome anxiety, depression, worry, recent or past trauma, stress, PTSD, child behavioral problems, couples challenges, and family conflict issues. We identify ways to get you un-stuck and back to wellness. Our Psychologists and Therapists have many years of combined training and experience. We use state of the art techniques to help you overcome your challenges. We'll help you practice new ways of looking at things and handling problems more effectively.
Reagan founded Noonday Therapeutic Center which is a leading Christian counseling clinic with a strong emphasis on neuroscience and trauma-informed care across all age groups. She specializes in neurofeedback, EMDR therapy and sports mental training for peak performance.
Reagan founded Noonday Therapeutic Center which is a leading Christian counseling clinic with a strong emphasis on neuroscience and trauma-informed care across all age groups. She specializes in neurofeedback, EMDR therapy and sports mental training for peak performance.
Christina Murray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford, AL 36203
Are you an adoptee or parent of an adoptee that is struggling to integrate and transition within your family unit? Are you or your child a part of the LGTBQIA community and are experiencing emotional, and social stressors? Would you like support and resources on ways to improve your overall confidence in navigating these areas? I am a Lead Professional Counselor at Stepping Stones to Success Counseling. Over the past 15 years I have enjoyed counseling men, women, and teens and specifically addressing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, communication issues, conflict resolution and abuse/trauma.
Are you an adoptee or parent of an adoptee that is struggling to integrate and transition within your family unit? Are you or your child a part of the LGTBQIA community and are experiencing emotional, and social stressors? Would you like support and resources on ways to improve your overall confidence in navigating these areas? I am a Lead Professional Counselor at Stepping Stones to Success Counseling. Over the past 15 years I have enjoyed counseling men, women, and teens and specifically addressing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, communication issues, conflict resolution and abuse/trauma.
Sometimes we struggle with BIG things in life, and sometimes we're just forcing ourselves through the daily grind. No matter where you are I'd love to help. I work with clients who are facing depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, and many others. I also specialize in working with men and specific issues to men - masculinity, confidence, self-esteem, and others. I am currently seeing clients ages 18 and up. Together we address problems systematically, together, in a non-judgmental manner while keeping the most important things as our focus.
Sometimes we struggle with BIG things in life, and sometimes we're just forcing ourselves through the daily grind. No matter where you are I'd love to help. I work with clients who are facing depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, and many others. I also specialize in working with men and specific issues to men - masculinity, confidence, self-esteem, and others. I am currently seeing clients ages 18 and up. Together we address problems systematically, together, in a non-judgmental manner while keeping the most important things as our focus.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.