Art Therapy in Shelby County, AL
Dr. Kirsten Loveridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with sex and sexuality concerns, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and more through talk, play, and art therapy.
Life is ever changing. Who we are and how we view ourselves is fluid and evolves as we grow and learn. Our environment, life circumstances, and relationships further influence our perspective. Change can be hard and it is normal to need support and affirmation as you navigate the stressors in your life. It is my goal to to nurture your journey of growth and healing. Additionally, concerns about your sexuality and sexual health can be overwhelming. I hope to help you navigate through any insecurities in a sex positive, non shaming way and to normalize and destigmatize issues regarding sexuality and sexual health.
I have experience working with sex and sexuality concerns, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and more through talk, play, and art therapy.
Life is ever changing. Who we are and how we view ourselves is fluid and evolves as we grow and learn. Our environment, life circumstances, and relationships further influence our perspective. Change can be hard and it is normal to need support and affirmation as you navigate the stressors in your life. It is my goal to to nurture your journey of growth and healing. Additionally, concerns about your sexuality and sexual health can be overwhelming. I hope to help you navigate through any insecurities in a sex positive, non shaming way and to normalize and destigmatize issues regarding sexuality and sexual health.
Elizabeth Tapley - The Collective Therapy Center
Counselor, EdS , LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We employ the transformative power of art, play, and language to articulate emotions and facilitate healing.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and supportive atmosphere where individuals can embark on their therapeutic journey feeling confident and empowered. Elizabeth addresses issues related to abuse & neglect, depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma-related struggles, divorce, and attachment disturbances.
We employ the transformative power of art, play, and language to articulate emotions and facilitate healing.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and supportive atmosphere where individuals can embark on their therapeutic journey feeling confident and empowered. Elizabeth addresses issues related to abuse & neglect, depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma-related struggles, divorce, and attachment disturbances.
Human Connections Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, LPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I use and integrated approach which includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, Art Therapy, and Client Centered.
There is hope for all! After being a teacher in public schools for 14 years and a director of a faith-based non-profit that helped troubled teens and parents, for 2 years, I decided to go back to school to become a licensed therapist. I enjoy "walking" beside of people who are hurting and struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships and/or depression. I work with adults, young adults, teens, and couples. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother trying to love others right where they are.
I use and integrated approach which includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, Art Therapy, and Client Centered.
There is hope for all! After being a teacher in public schools for 14 years and a director of a faith-based non-profit that helped troubled teens and parents, for 2 years, I decided to go back to school to become a licensed therapist. I enjoy "walking" beside of people who are hurting and struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships and/or depression. I work with adults, young adults, teens, and couples. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother trying to love others right where they are.
Felicity Blunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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.
James Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35242
I come from a long career in music and arts, work in an education setting for 3.5 years with neurodivergent students, and I am now a full time Psychotherapist that has been practicing sense March of 2021.
I come from a long career in music and arts, work in an education setting for 3.5 years with neurodivergent students, and I am now a full time Psychotherapist that has been practicing sense March of 2021.
Now accepting clients for individual and group therapy! Whether you are looking to process the past, change the present, or prepare for the future, I would be honored to help you on your journey. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over 15 years, focussing on reducing anxiety, building self esteem, and finding motivation to build the life you deserve.
Now accepting clients for individual and group therapy! Whether you are looking to process the past, change the present, or prepare for the future, I would be honored to help you on your journey. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over 15 years, focussing on reducing anxiety, building self esteem, and finding motivation to build the life you deserve.
Dr. Bailey offers a multi-dimensional, holistic and individualized approach of trauma-focused therapy in a safe, supportive child/adolescent friendly environment. The purpose of trauma-focused therapy is to offer skills and strategies to assist them in better understanding, coping with and processing emotions and memories tied to traumatic experiences.
Dr. Bailey offers a multi-dimensional, holistic and individualized approach of trauma-focused therapy in a safe, supportive child/adolescent friendly environment. The purpose of trauma-focused therapy is to offer skills and strategies to assist them in better understanding, coping with and processing emotions and memories tied to traumatic experiences.
Miranda Marcano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Hey there! I'm Miranda Marcano, and I'm so happy you found your way here. I got my M.Ed. in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently working towards my registered play therapy credential. I have been married to my husband for 14 years and I'm also a proud Momma to two amazing kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I completely understand the importance of finding a therapist who truly gets you, and I'm here to create a safe and understanding space for you. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, meaning we can tailor our sessions to find what works best for you.
Hey there! I'm Miranda Marcano, and I'm so happy you found your way here. I got my M.Ed. in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently working towards my registered play therapy credential. I have been married to my husband for 14 years and I'm also a proud Momma to two amazing kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I completely understand the importance of finding a therapist who truly gets you, and I'm here to create a safe and understanding space for you. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, meaning we can tailor our sessions to find what works best for you.
Are you tired? Are you lonely? Are you stressed? Is anxiety running the show? In today's fast-paced world we all could benefit from taking some time for ourselves. If you have found yourself asking, “Is there more?”, the answer is yes, there is always more.
Are you tired? Are you lonely? Are you stressed? Is anxiety running the show? In today's fast-paced world we all could benefit from taking some time for ourselves. If you have found yourself asking, “Is there more?”, the answer is yes, there is always more.
As a feminist therapist, mother, and intentionalist, I bring authenticity, vulnerability, advocacy, and accountability to my practice. I am incredibly passionate about supporting individuals as they work toward their desired goals and strive to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I excel in compassionately challenging my clients, and I firmly believe in self-determination and autonomy. This means that while I can help you to process and navigate experiences, you get to decide the next steps. If you want different, you must do things differently. You CAN choose to opt out of chaos.
As a feminist therapist, mother, and intentionalist, I bring authenticity, vulnerability, advocacy, and accountability to my practice. I am incredibly passionate about supporting individuals as they work toward their desired goals and strive to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I excel in compassionately challenging my clients, and I firmly believe in self-determination and autonomy. This means that while I can help you to process and navigate experiences, you get to decide the next steps. If you want different, you must do things differently. You CAN choose to opt out of chaos.
Celia Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Pelham, AL 35124
Waitlist for new clients
Does your child or teen seem anxious or worried? They may be struggling with perfectionism, with what others think about them, or may be worried about their future. They may be having a hard time sleeping because they just can't seem to turn their brain off at night. Have they lost their spark, seem more moody or irritable, stay in their room too much, and think they can’t do anything right? Your child or teen may be struggling to see the positives in themselves and struggling to manage the emotions that they are feeling. As a parent, you may be at a loss of what to do for your child, having tried everything you can think of.
Does your child or teen seem anxious or worried? They may be struggling with perfectionism, with what others think about them, or may be worried about their future. They may be having a hard time sleeping because they just can't seem to turn their brain off at night. Have they lost their spark, seem more moody or irritable, stay in their room too much, and think they can’t do anything right? Your child or teen may be struggling to see the positives in themselves and struggling to manage the emotions that they are feeling. As a parent, you may be at a loss of what to do for your child, having tried everything you can think of.
Meet Our Art Therapy
My name is Aubri McClendon, I have a passion for helping people and that is what drew me to the counseling profession. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Montevallo in Communication Studies and my masterdegree is from the University of West Alabama in Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor, and I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their full potential, overcome mental barriers and work through past trauma to create the life they want. As an Associate Licensed Counselor, I am under the supervision of Dr. Kelly Owenby, LPC-S
My name is Aubri McClendon, I have a passion for helping people and that is what drew me to the counseling profession. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Montevallo in Communication Studies and my masterdegree is from the University of West Alabama in Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor, and I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their full potential, overcome mental barriers and work through past trauma to create the life they want. As an Associate Licensed Counselor, I am under the supervision of Dr. Kelly Owenby, LPC-S
Daniel Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Hi, I’m Daniel, a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Alabama! I understand that the challenges we face can greatly affect the quality of our lives. As a therapist, I assist individuals in finding hope for a better future by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
Hi, I’m Daniel, a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Alabama! I understand that the challenges we face can greatly affect the quality of our lives. As a therapist, I assist individuals in finding hope for a better future by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
I am privileged to offer mental health services to children, adolescents, & adults. Whether you are struggling with mood, relationships, decisions, loneliness, grief, an eating disorder, weight, addiction, and/or trauma, there is hope for your restoration and renewal. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to healing. I believe full recovery is possible!
I am privileged to offer mental health services to children, adolescents, & adults. Whether you are struggling with mood, relationships, decisions, loneliness, grief, an eating disorder, weight, addiction, and/or trauma, there is hope for your restoration and renewal. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to healing. I believe full recovery is possible!
I'm an LPC and a dedicated therapist specializing in a holistic approach to mental health care. With a professional focus on trauma, couples therapy, anxiety, and depression, I integrate a wide range of therapeutic techniques to support my clients' emotional and psychological well-being by integrating mind, body, and spirit to create a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment. My compassionate and comprehensive approach empowers individuals and couples to navigate their unique challenges and achieve personal growth.
I'm an LPC and a dedicated therapist specializing in a holistic approach to mental health care. With a professional focus on trauma, couples therapy, anxiety, and depression, I integrate a wide range of therapeutic techniques to support my clients' emotional and psychological well-being by integrating mind, body, and spirit to create a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment. My compassionate and comprehensive approach empowers individuals and couples to navigate their unique challenges and achieve personal growth.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who shows up like your big sister with professional skills—down-to-earth, relatable, and real. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients explore what’s holding them back, shift unhelpful patterns, and step into their power. I specialize in supporting young adults, women, veterans, individuals from marginalized backgrounds, and those committed to breaking generational norms and barriers.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who shows up like your big sister with professional skills—down-to-earth, relatable, and real. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients explore what’s holding them back, shift unhelpful patterns, and step into their power. I specialize in supporting young adults, women, veterans, individuals from marginalized backgrounds, and those committed to breaking generational norms and barriers.
As a mental health counselor, my primary commitment is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for individuals of all ages who are navigating various challenges, including trauma, transitions, and the complexities of daily life. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, acceptance and respect for each client's unique experiences and needs.
As a mental health counselor, my primary commitment is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for individuals of all ages who are navigating various challenges, including trauma, transitions, and the complexities of daily life. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, acceptance and respect for each client's unique experiences and needs.
My name is Andrea J Paige, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am based in Vestavia, Alabama, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress management, substance use, depression, and relationship concerns. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques to assist me, and the client build a shared understanding.
My name is Andrea J Paige, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am based in Vestavia, Alabama, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress management, substance use, depression, and relationship concerns. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques to assist me, and the client build a shared understanding.
Crossroads To Pathways Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a dedicated mental health professional, I am committed to providing comprehensive counseling and therapeutic services tailored to the unique needs of each child and family I serve. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to share their challenges, explore their strengths, and work toward meaningful change.
As a dedicated mental health professional, I am committed to providing comprehensive counseling and therapeutic services tailored to the unique needs of each child and family I serve. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to share their challenges, explore their strengths, and work toward meaningful change.
Carlos D Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Calera, AL 35040
Hi, and thanks for visiting my profile. My role as your counselor is to work with you and help navigate through the issues of life, such as, anxieties, depression, addictions, adjustments, relationships and other problems by using the strengths that you already possess necessary for self-empowerment, growth and success.
Hi, and thanks for visiting my profile. My role as your counselor is to work with you and help navigate through the issues of life, such as, anxieties, depression, addictions, adjustments, relationships and other problems by using the strengths that you already possess necessary for self-empowerment, growth and success.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.