Trauma Focused Therapists in Pelham, AL
I believe healing happens when we allow ourselves to fully process our pain and begin to embrace our human condition. In my work, I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health concerns, and grief. These challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming, but the goal of my practice is to provide a compassionate therapeutic journey for the client. My role is to walk alongside you, and as a guide—providing a safe space where we can explore what you need.
I believe healing happens when we allow ourselves to fully process our pain and begin to embrace our human condition. In my work, I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health concerns, and grief. These challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming, but the goal of my practice is to provide a compassionate therapeutic journey for the client. My role is to walk alongside you, and as a guide—providing a safe space where we can explore what you need.
Allison Schmale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Pelham, AL 35124
Waitlist for new clients
In our efforts to manage life's difficulties, it can be all too easy to find ourselves feeling stuck, lost, or even hopeless. You may have been struggling on your own to find solutions to your depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, and are now recognizing that you need additional support. Maybe you have noticed that you no longer recognize yourself as a result of these events, and you want to reconnect with that piece of yourself that has been so silent. I would love the opportunity to walk with you on your journey to personal growth, fulfillment, and well-being.
In our efforts to manage life's difficulties, it can be all too easy to find ourselves feeling stuck, lost, or even hopeless. You may have been struggling on your own to find solutions to your depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, and are now recognizing that you need additional support. Maybe you have noticed that you no longer recognize yourself as a result of these events, and you want to reconnect with that piece of yourself that has been so silent. I would love the opportunity to walk with you on your journey to personal growth, fulfillment, and well-being.
Taking the steps for change can be scary and uncomfortable. It is so rewarding to help and see my clients get unstuck and gain new perspective. The support of counseling can build on motivation for change, provide some clarity, and promote better health and wellness. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults since 2003 and currently see adults and couples both in-person and via telehealth. Call today and make the first step to work on you.
Taking the steps for change can be scary and uncomfortable. It is so rewarding to help and see my clients get unstuck and gain new perspective. The support of counseling can build on motivation for change, provide some clarity, and promote better health and wellness. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults since 2003 and currently see adults and couples both in-person and via telehealth. Call today and make the first step to work on you.
Integrative Health Services, LLC Michelle Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP, CREP
10 Endorsed
Pelham, AL 35124
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
Accepting new clients as of 10/01/2025. Are you a woman who is tired of "just surviving" and ready to finally live your life on your own terms and have more at peace and joy within? Or maybe you're wanting to learn new ways to deal with your emotions, heal from the pains of your childhood, how to navigate romantic relationships or close friendships in a healthier way without losing sight of who you are and what you deserve. Regardless of your needs, I'm here to help you learn how to be more at peace, feel greater healing, prioritize yourself, and have better relationships with others and yourself.
Accepting new clients as of 10/01/2025. Are you a woman who is tired of "just surviving" and ready to finally live your life on your own terms and have more at peace and joy within? Or maybe you're wanting to learn new ways to deal with your emotions, heal from the pains of your childhood, how to navigate romantic relationships or close friendships in a healthier way without losing sight of who you are and what you deserve. Regardless of your needs, I'm here to help you learn how to be more at peace, feel greater healing, prioritize yourself, and have better relationships with others and yourself.
You’re intelligent, ambitious, and successful—yet beneath the surface, you struggle with honoring your voice, setting healthy boundaries, and breaking free from relationship patterns that no longer serve you. You may find yourself constantly giving to others, overextending at work, or feeling responsible for everyone's needs while neglecting your own. Maybe you're navigating the weight of childhood wounds—whether from a distant or critical parent, an emotionally unavailable caregiver, or unresolved family trauma. You’re tired of carrying the past into your present, and you’re ready for something different.
You’re intelligent, ambitious, and successful—yet beneath the surface, you struggle with honoring your voice, setting healthy boundaries, and breaking free from relationship patterns that no longer serve you. You may find yourself constantly giving to others, overextending at work, or feeling responsible for everyone's needs while neglecting your own. Maybe you're navigating the weight of childhood wounds—whether from a distant or critical parent, an emotionally unavailable caregiver, or unresolved family trauma. You’re tired of carrying the past into your present, and you’re ready for something different.
Do your thoughts race all day long, shifting from worrying about one thing to another? Do you feel constantly tense and on edge, like something bad might happen? It can be absolutely exhausting to experience these symptoms day in and day out. You want your life back, but you don't know where to start. Seeking help is a great first step. I specialize in working with people who have anxiety and OCD, and I have hope that things can change with the right treatment, including utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention protocols for OCD.
Do your thoughts race all day long, shifting from worrying about one thing to another? Do you feel constantly tense and on edge, like something bad might happen? It can be absolutely exhausting to experience these symptoms day in and day out. You want your life back, but you don't know where to start. Seeking help is a great first step. I specialize in working with people who have anxiety and OCD, and I have hope that things can change with the right treatment, including utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention protocols for OCD.
Are you or your teenager struggling with depression, anxiety, mood changes, self-harm, or difficulty managing emotions? Do challenges at school, work, or in relationships feel overwhelming? You are not alone, and help is possible. I specialize in working with both teenagers and adults, offering support through life's changes with compassion and understanding. My goal is to guide my clients as a trusted partner in their therapeutic journey, helping them build coping skills, improve relationships, and feel more in control of their emotions.
Are you or your teenager struggling with depression, anxiety, mood changes, self-harm, or difficulty managing emotions? Do challenges at school, work, or in relationships feel overwhelming? You are not alone, and help is possible. I specialize in working with both teenagers and adults, offering support through life's changes with compassion and understanding. My goal is to guide my clients as a trusted partner in their therapeutic journey, helping them build coping skills, improve relationships, and feel more in control of their emotions.
In today's society, people feel pressure to choose a side or struggle with what to say. It's hard to determine where you fit in or who to trust. This is not a way to go through life. I help clients decipher what is important and refocus on those things that matter most. While we can't change the world overnight, we can help influence and change our environment and be a positive light to those we encounter. Life is a journey with ups and downs but it's up to us to embrace each day and use it to accomplish something new and choose to see the joy in each moment.
In today's society, people feel pressure to choose a side or struggle with what to say. It's hard to determine where you fit in or who to trust. This is not a way to go through life. I help clients decipher what is important and refocus on those things that matter most. While we can't change the world overnight, we can help influence and change our environment and be a positive light to those we encounter. Life is a journey with ups and downs but it's up to us to embrace each day and use it to accomplish something new and choose to see the joy in each moment.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Rula, an Air Force veteran, and your go-to therapist if you’re looking for someone real, grounded, and maybe a little corny—but always here to help. I bring a down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where you can drop the mask and just be human. Whether it’s anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or relationship stuff—we’ll tackle it together, one honest conversation at a time. Therapy with me isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, healing, and yes, the occasional bad joke if it helps you smile. I'm easy to connect with, and I make sure you feel seen.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Rula, an Air Force veteran, and your go-to therapist if you’re looking for someone real, grounded, and maybe a little corny—but always here to help. I bring a down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where you can drop the mask and just be human. Whether it’s anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or relationship stuff—we’ll tackle it together, one honest conversation at a time. Therapy with me isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, healing, and yes, the occasional bad joke if it helps you smile. I'm easy to connect with, and I make sure you feel seen.
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
My goal is to facilitate individuals and families as they seek to achieve a holistic and balanced personal and professional quality of life. I operate from the core belief that people are whole, thus providing treatment from a comprehensive approach to physical, emotional, spiritual, and familial health and wellness. My treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused treatment, and mindfulness-based practices.
My goal is to facilitate individuals and families as they seek to achieve a holistic and balanced personal and professional quality of life. I operate from the core belief that people are whole, thus providing treatment from a comprehensive approach to physical, emotional, spiritual, and familial health and wellness. My treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused treatment, and mindfulness-based practices.
Do you have anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, grief, women's issues, or ASD and/or ADHD? Or do you consider yourself to be neurodivergent? Do you often struggle in interpersonal relations? Let an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor meet you where you are and begin to explore those areas of concern with you. We will work to develop healthy strategies for coping, and obtainable changes. I offer a safe space where you can be yourself, with no judgement and no bias. I provide all-inclusive services to individuals beginning at 19 years old, and couples. Counseling can lead you to develop a healing path. Call or email today!
Do you have anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, grief, women's issues, or ASD and/or ADHD? Or do you consider yourself to be neurodivergent? Do you often struggle in interpersonal relations? Let an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor meet you where you are and begin to explore those areas of concern with you. We will work to develop healthy strategies for coping, and obtainable changes. I offer a safe space where you can be yourself, with no judgement and no bias. I provide all-inclusive services to individuals beginning at 19 years old, and couples. Counseling can lead you to develop a healing path. Call or email today!
Luther Graham Bufford Graham Bufford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Pelham, AL 35124
Need some help? I'm taking new clients! I've had great experiences working with all kinds of people. My specialties include addiction/substance use, marriage/couples, depression, anxiety, and trauma informed care. I also teach graduate level counselor education courses at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and am finishing my doctorate in behavioral health (DBH) at Arizona State University (ASU). I am also an ordained minister and enjoy working with all populations which include the LGBTQ community.
Need some help? I'm taking new clients! I've had great experiences working with all kinds of people. My specialties include addiction/substance use, marriage/couples, depression, anxiety, and trauma informed care. I also teach graduate level counselor education courses at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and am finishing my doctorate in behavioral health (DBH) at Arizona State University (ASU). I am also an ordained minister and enjoy working with all populations which include the LGBTQ community.
The hardest part of therapy is often reaching out- let's do the rest together. You are the expert of you, & my part is to strive for a space that is safe, healing & without judgment. Using a down-to-earth, compassionate approach, I work with ages 18 & up either via telehealth or in-person. My particular areas of interests include life adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ issues, grief & loss, relationship issues, & at times comic relief. Whether you are in a tough moment or looking for personal growth, I will view your choice for therapy as sacred if you allow me to join you.
The hardest part of therapy is often reaching out- let's do the rest together. You are the expert of you, & my part is to strive for a space that is safe, healing & without judgment. Using a down-to-earth, compassionate approach, I work with ages 18 & up either via telehealth or in-person. My particular areas of interests include life adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ issues, grief & loss, relationship issues, & at times comic relief. Whether you are in a tough moment or looking for personal growth, I will view your choice for therapy as sacred if you allow me to join you.
Do you ever deal with overwhelming thoughts, feelings or desires? Do you wish to make positive changes in your mental health but don't know where to start? Together, we can work towards these goals and help you have a sound mind. I pride myself on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where we can work out any negative beliefs or feelings and give you the tools to make the changes you desire. I specialize in OCD treatment, and have training with the gold standard treatment for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention. Additionally, I provide faith-based counseling to those who feel their Christian faith is a tool for them in therapy.
Do you ever deal with overwhelming thoughts, feelings or desires? Do you wish to make positive changes in your mental health but don't know where to start? Together, we can work towards these goals and help you have a sound mind. I pride myself on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where we can work out any negative beliefs or feelings and give you the tools to make the changes you desire. I specialize in OCD treatment, and have training with the gold standard treatment for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention. Additionally, I provide faith-based counseling to those who feel their Christian faith is a tool for them in therapy.
I am trained in EMDR for trauma-focused therapy.
Going through challenges? Been through tough life events in the past that hold you back from the thriving life you want? Or do you simply want to grow and learn to be the best version of you? Thrive Therapeutic Services is here to help. I provide in-person therapy in my space in Clanton or Pelham and online therapy for folks who live around Alabama.
I am trained in EMDR for trauma-focused therapy.
Going through challenges? Been through tough life events in the past that hold you back from the thriving life you want? Or do you simply want to grow and learn to be the best version of you? Thrive Therapeutic Services is here to help. I provide in-person therapy in my space in Clanton or Pelham and online therapy for folks who live around Alabama.
Do you ever feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt, anxiety, or sadness—like no matter how much you try, your mind pulls you back into the same patterns? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves carrying beliefs about themselves, relationships, or life that quietly fuel depression and anxiety. The good news is, beliefs can change—and when they do, so does the way you live, love, and show up in the world. As a counselor, I specialize in helping individuals untangle limiting beliefs and shift from a ‘victim’ mindset to a ‘victor’ mindset.
Do you ever feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt, anxiety, or sadness—like no matter how much you try, your mind pulls you back into the same patterns? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves carrying beliefs about themselves, relationships, or life that quietly fuel depression and anxiety. The good news is, beliefs can change—and when they do, so does the way you live, love, and show up in the world. As a counselor, I specialize in helping individuals untangle limiting beliefs and shift from a ‘victim’ mindset to a ‘victor’ mindset.
Welcome! I’m glad you made the decision to seek counseling and I look forward to helping you reach your therapeutic goals. Counseling is more than just venting. It’s a process that requires commitment, transparency, and honesty- for the client and the therapist. Counseling can lead to increased self-awareness, a better understanding of behaviors, and peace regarding your past. It can help you discover your purpose, improve relationships, develop effective coping skills, and find hope in stressful situations. Counseling can be challenging and consists of taking an in-depth look at yourself. However, it is worth it!
Welcome! I’m glad you made the decision to seek counseling and I look forward to helping you reach your therapeutic goals. Counseling is more than just venting. It’s a process that requires commitment, transparency, and honesty- for the client and the therapist. Counseling can lead to increased self-awareness, a better understanding of behaviors, and peace regarding your past. It can help you discover your purpose, improve relationships, develop effective coping skills, and find hope in stressful situations. Counseling can be challenging and consists of taking an in-depth look at yourself. However, it is worth it!
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
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