Spirituality Therapists in Pickens County, AL
I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
Carol Adams, LCSW, has trained both nationally and internationally in the fields of Trauma, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Women's Issues, and Depression/Anxiety. Emphasis is placed on the connection between mind and body, as physical illness may sometimes be a manifestation of our psychological state.
She integrates mind, body and emotion, so that clients come to experience more harmony and wholeness. In her experience, "we all have within us an enormous potential to heal. We learn to utilize our own inner resources to achieve and maintain a sense of balance, clarity and well-being."
Carol Adams, LCSW, has trained both nationally and internationally in the fields of Trauma, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Women's Issues, and Depression/Anxiety. Emphasis is placed on the connection between mind and body, as physical illness may sometimes be a manifestation of our psychological state.
She integrates mind, body and emotion, so that clients come to experience more harmony and wholeness. In her experience, "we all have within us an enormous potential to heal. We learn to utilize our own inner resources to achieve and maintain a sense of balance, clarity and well-being."
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 38 years of Clinical experience and am currently in Private Practice. I have a passion for helping others through life's challenges to become the best they can be. I have a wealth of knowledge and expertise with numerous issues and have provided counseling and supportive services to clients with mental health and non-mental health needs. I have seen people come in broken and in despair and after therapy, terminate with success and triumph equipped with the necessary tools and techniques to navigate life's challenges as they arise successfully.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 38 years of Clinical experience and am currently in Private Practice. I have a passion for helping others through life's challenges to become the best they can be. I have a wealth of knowledge and expertise with numerous issues and have provided counseling and supportive services to clients with mental health and non-mental health needs. I have seen people come in broken and in despair and after therapy, terminate with success and triumph equipped with the necessary tools and techniques to navigate life's challenges as they arise successfully.
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Interpersonal issues (relationship problems, boundaries, borderline personality-related issues, codependency, communication skills) and existential issues (identifying values, finding meaning/purpose, exploring spirituality) are also focus areas.
I believe change is hard, and therapy is an endeavor that takes courage, but it's also an opportunity for growth, healing, and moving forward. If you've never been, therapy may appear intimidating, but it's really just a process of identifying areas to work on, developing goals, and then working toward those goals. It's awesome getting to work with people who are ready to start the process of change and experience the emotional, spiritual, and relational growth that happens as a result. Some of the areas I work with clients on are anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, borderline personality disorder, boundaries, and others.
Interpersonal issues (relationship problems, boundaries, borderline personality-related issues, codependency, communication skills) and existential issues (identifying values, finding meaning/purpose, exploring spirituality) are also focus areas.
I believe change is hard, and therapy is an endeavor that takes courage, but it's also an opportunity for growth, healing, and moving forward. If you've never been, therapy may appear intimidating, but it's really just a process of identifying areas to work on, developing goals, and then working toward those goals. It's awesome getting to work with people who are ready to start the process of change and experience the emotional, spiritual, and relational growth that happens as a result. Some of the areas I work with clients on are anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, borderline personality disorder, boundaries, and others.
I bring an element of spirituality in a calming and trusting environment.
I have always had a passion for helping others. In my practice I help my clients to achieve the proper tools and acquire the proper resources to overcome their challenges. Typically, a client needs to be reminded of their own strengths, wisdom, and to realize their own healing power. My motto is "Helping to build your Tree of Life." A person has roots and the behaviors branch out to support our decisions and actions. By building a firm and sturdy root system a person can support their branches and their buds will bloom into beautiful fruit and flowers.
I bring an element of spirituality in a calming and trusting environment.
I have always had a passion for helping others. In my practice I help my clients to achieve the proper tools and acquire the proper resources to overcome their challenges. Typically, a client needs to be reminded of their own strengths, wisdom, and to realize their own healing power. My motto is "Helping to build your Tree of Life." A person has roots and the behaviors branch out to support our decisions and actions. By building a firm and sturdy root system a person can support their branches and their buds will bloom into beautiful fruit and flowers.
Your spirituality might be an untapped reservoir as you seek to make these changes in your life.
If you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, then this is a great place to start. As a marriage & family therapist, my goal is to help you reach your goals and to celebrate life in a more fulfilling way. I can help provide you with the tools and resources you need to win at life.
Your spirituality might be an untapped reservoir as you seek to make these changes in your life.
If you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, then this is a great place to start. As a marriage & family therapist, my goal is to help you reach your goals and to celebrate life in a more fulfilling way. I can help provide you with the tools and resources you need to win at life.
My specialty areas: individuals, couples/families, coping skills, caring for the caregivers/life transitions, grief/loss, identity/orientation, spirituality/religious concerns/abuse, transitions in parenting (ex: adolescents to college).
Every person is unique because you bring your own history with you. While our past is always present, it doesn't have to dictate our future. Whether I am seeing an individual, couple or family, I know we bring with us the people who are part of our stories and it is a privilege to hear yours and understand what matters most in your life. I believe there is hope for changing patterns that may not be working, healing for relationships with others and ourselves and recovering from past and present emotional wounds. I would value your trust if you choose to work with me. Support is available.
My specialty areas: individuals, couples/families, coping skills, caring for the caregivers/life transitions, grief/loss, identity/orientation, spirituality/religious concerns/abuse, transitions in parenting (ex: adolescents to college).
Every person is unique because you bring your own history with you. While our past is always present, it doesn't have to dictate our future. Whether I am seeing an individual, couple or family, I know we bring with us the people who are part of our stories and it is a privilege to hear yours and understand what matters most in your life. I believe there is hope for changing patterns that may not be working, healing for relationships with others and ourselves and recovering from past and present emotional wounds. I would value your trust if you choose to work with me. Support is available.
I work with clients who may be struggling with Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Grief, Life Coaching, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem, Spirituality, Stress, and Substance Dependency.
Now accepting evening and Saturday clients! I genuinely believe life is a roller coaster—and sometimes, “life be life-ing.” When it does, I’m here to support you. In a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space, you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to assist the expert—you. In our therapeutic partnership, we’ll explore your challenges, identify triggers and strengths, and work through barriers. Together, we’ll build practical strategies that help you move forward, grow, and reach your milestones. Life isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to walk with you through it.
I work with clients who may be struggling with Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Grief, Life Coaching, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem, Spirituality, Stress, and Substance Dependency.
Now accepting evening and Saturday clients! I genuinely believe life is a roller coaster—and sometimes, “life be life-ing.” When it does, I’m here to support you. In a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space, you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to assist the expert—you. In our therapeutic partnership, we’ll explore your challenges, identify triggers and strengths, and work through barriers. Together, we’ll build practical strategies that help you move forward, grow, and reach your milestones. Life isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to walk with you through it.
They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues.
Given I am black gay male clergy person, I am competent in working with those individuals with needs to address conflicting sexuality and sexual orientation issues-LGBTQIA+ Community Members. I also specialize in addressing spiritual, sexual, behavioral, mood, and general mental health issues as well as working with substance abuse, and recovery.
They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues.
Given I am black gay male clergy person, I am competent in working with those individuals with needs to address conflicting sexuality and sexual orientation issues-LGBTQIA+ Community Members. I also specialize in addressing spiritual, sexual, behavioral, mood, and general mental health issues as well as working with substance abuse, and recovery.
I am a Christian and can integrate spirituality into counseling, but only if you feel comfortable and invite it into the process.
Let’s talk about how you’re REALLY doing. You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship struggles. You’re trying to hold it all together, but you need help. Whether you’re in need of emotional support or trying to revive a relationship, the work is the same: helping you uncover what you need, why it matters, and how to communicate it in a way that feels true to you.
I am a Christian and can integrate spirituality into counseling, but only if you feel comfortable and invite it into the process.
Let’s talk about how you’re REALLY doing. You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship struggles. You’re trying to hold it all together, but you need help. Whether you’re in need of emotional support or trying to revive a relationship, the work is the same: helping you uncover what you need, why it matters, and how to communicate it in a way that feels true to you.
I’ll help you find the space where spirituality and therapy exist in harmony.
There's an energy in your body that never seems to settle. This isn't an exciting feeling. This restlessness is daunting. Negative thoughts plague you day in and day out. Prayer brings you some relief, but it's only a matter of time before the mind takes over once again. You've become reactive. The irritability is exhausting. Your thoughts keep you up at night and the sleeplessness fans the intrusive thoughts into a flame. It's a vicious cycle. You're not the best version of yourself. You're craving tranquility, rest, and contentment for your life. You're ready to find your peace.
I’ll help you find the space where spirituality and therapy exist in harmony.
There's an energy in your body that never seems to settle. This isn't an exciting feeling. This restlessness is daunting. Negative thoughts plague you day in and day out. Prayer brings you some relief, but it's only a matter of time before the mind takes over once again. You've become reactive. The irritability is exhausting. Your thoughts keep you up at night and the sleeplessness fans the intrusive thoughts into a flame. It's a vicious cycle. You're not the best version of yourself. You're craving tranquility, rest, and contentment for your life. You're ready to find your peace.
My areas of focus include trauma (relational, religious, and systemic), spirituality, relationships, child-centered therapy, gender identity and sexuality, shame and self-worth.
I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside children, adults, couples, and families as they move toward understanding, healing, and connection. Though everyone deserves a deep sense of love and belonging, sometimes the ways we have learned to protect ourselves create barriers to experiencing these basic human needs. If you would like to heal your relationship with yourself and with those around you, I'm here to help.
My areas of focus include trauma (relational, religious, and systemic), spirituality, relationships, child-centered therapy, gender identity and sexuality, shame and self-worth.
I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside children, adults, couples, and families as they move toward understanding, healing, and connection. Though everyone deserves a deep sense of love and belonging, sometimes the ways we have learned to protect ourselves create barriers to experiencing these basic human needs. If you would like to heal your relationship with yourself and with those around you, I'm here to help.
Peggy Sanderford Ponder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MEd, LMFT, CPC
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35233
If spirituality is something you desire to bring into your therapeutic journey, I am also a Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapist.
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road, or feeling stuck and in need of a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
If spirituality is something you desire to bring into your therapeutic journey, I am also a Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapist.
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road, or feeling stuck and in need of a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
My areas of specialization include dementia, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, spirituality, stress, life transitions, perinatal support (pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum), addiction, family relationships, and intimate/romantic relationships.
Hello, I'm Heather. Our first session is an opportunity to identify areas of strain, set goals, and make a plan to begin the work of building the life you want to live. I look forward to meeting you! Sessions are available weekly, biweekly, and monthly. With over 25 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in strengthening mental health through various approaches. In my clinical practice, I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and problem-solving approaches. I also emphasize the intersection between the emotional, intellectual.
My areas of specialization include dementia, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, spirituality, stress, life transitions, perinatal support (pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum), addiction, family relationships, and intimate/romantic relationships.
Hello, I'm Heather. Our first session is an opportunity to identify areas of strain, set goals, and make a plan to begin the work of building the life you want to live. I look forward to meeting you! Sessions are available weekly, biweekly, and monthly. With over 25 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in strengthening mental health through various approaches. In my clinical practice, I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and problem-solving approaches. I also emphasize the intersection between the emotional, intellectual.
Shirley A. Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, LPC, NCC, ACPE-P
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35216
While my own spirituality and faith are important to me, I do not impose them on others.
Sometimes we come to places in our lives when we don't know where to turn. At these times, we need someone to walk alongside us as we search. When I am invited to be that person, my role as your counselor is to provide a caring relationship of trust in which you can find healing and hope. I've heard it said, "It is in relationships that we become broken, and it is in relationships that we can find healing." Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
While my own spirituality and faith are important to me, I do not impose them on others.
Sometimes we come to places in our lives when we don't know where to turn. At these times, we need someone to walk alongside us as we search. When I am invited to be that person, my role as your counselor is to provide a caring relationship of trust in which you can find healing and hope. I've heard it said, "It is in relationships that we become broken, and it is in relationships that we can find healing." Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
Meredith K McClendon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, ALC, MEd, MA
2 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
I also have a Master's in Theology and work with clients who are dealing with issues related to their spirituality or have experienced spiritual or religious trauma.
I work from an attachment and family systems perspective. I use evidence-based techniques and work with you to discover what fits best. We'll explore patterns, cycles, and all the things in your world that are working for you and against you. We'll increase self-awareness, create new patterns, develop skills, and discover peace and meaning.
I also have a Master's in Theology and work with clients who are dealing with issues related to their spirituality or have experienced spiritual or religious trauma.
I work from an attachment and family systems perspective. I use evidence-based techniques and work with you to discover what fits best. We'll explore patterns, cycles, and all the things in your world that are working for you and against you. We'll increase self-awareness, create new patterns, develop skills, and discover peace and meaning.
I delight in the opportunity to walk alongside of people as they heal and find life again after suffering, trauma, and loss. I have experience working with people in acute grief, supporting parents post-adoption (domestic and international), and working with men, women and teenagers experiencing a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD, attachment related difficulties, spiritual disillusionment, and more. I also have training in trauma-focused narrative therapy, a therapeutic modality that robustly supports the healing of those who have experienced abuse.
I delight in the opportunity to walk alongside of people as they heal and find life again after suffering, trauma, and loss. I have experience working with people in acute grief, supporting parents post-adoption (domestic and international), and working with men, women and teenagers experiencing a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD, attachment related difficulties, spiritual disillusionment, and more. I also have training in trauma-focused narrative therapy, a therapeutic modality that robustly supports the healing of those who have experienced abuse.
Mental health is an important component of living a fulfilled life. As people grow, their mental health needs change based on their experiences. I believe in the power of informing and working to address those needs through therapy.
Mental health is an important component of living a fulfilled life. As people grow, their mental health needs change based on their experiences. I believe in the power of informing and working to address those needs through therapy.
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist licensed in the state of AL & GA. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist licensed in the state of AL & GA. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
If you are looking for a peaceful, safe place to understand yourself better, I can provide that. I'm a calm person with a caring heart and I just want to support you through whatever struggles you are facing. My goal is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment so that you can get the support you need to create a new path forward, and pursue your dreams.
If you are looking for a peaceful, safe place to understand yourself better, I can provide that. I'm a calm person with a caring heart and I just want to support you through whatever struggles you are facing. My goal is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment so that you can get the support you need to create a new path forward, and pursue your dreams.
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Spirituality Therapists
What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.