Trauma Focused Therapists in Shelby County, AL

Shenetra Alexander has 13 years of experience as a therapist and has been licensed in Alabama since 2017 as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Shenetra provides individual therapy to adults. Over her career as a therapist, she has worked with substance abuse issues, anger management, domestic violence, mental health issues, grief and loss, couples counseling, and parenting issues. She has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including residential facilities, mental health facilities, substance abuse facilities, and the prison population.
Shenetra Alexander has 13 years of experience as a therapist and has been licensed in Alabama since 2017 as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Shenetra provides individual therapy to adults. Over her career as a therapist, she has worked with substance abuse issues, anger management, domestic violence, mental health issues, grief and loss, couples counseling, and parenting issues. She has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including residential facilities, mental health facilities, substance abuse facilities, and the prison population.

Seeking out therapy is a big step, but it is also a sign of strength. I am here to help you on your journey to healing. I am dedicated to helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, with compassion and empowerment. With a warm client-centered approach, I integrate evidence-based techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths-based therapy, and other tailored interventions to meet your unique needs.
Seeking out therapy is a big step, but it is also a sign of strength. I am here to help you on your journey to healing. I am dedicated to helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, with compassion and empowerment. With a warm client-centered approach, I integrate evidence-based techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths-based therapy, and other tailored interventions to meet your unique needs.

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.

I am an LPC (licensed practicing counselor) and have been practicing for about 15 years. I am licensed in Alabama, Missouri and Kansas. I have about 16 years experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem, OCD, ADHD and many other concerns. I have worked in a wide variety of settings, including residential treatment, inpatient hospitalization, correctional settings, outpatient and online format as well.
I am an LPC (licensed practicing counselor) and have been practicing for about 15 years. I am licensed in Alabama, Missouri and Kansas. I have about 16 years experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem, OCD, ADHD and many other concerns. I have worked in a wide variety of settings, including residential treatment, inpatient hospitalization, correctional settings, outpatient and online format as well.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. Based on my experiences and training, I take a developmental approach to helping clients build strategies and skills to manage challenges. I believe our early experiences shape the way we handle distress, problem-solve, and develop relationships. My training in attachment, infant and early childhood mental health, as well as play therapy, have not only served me well in my work with young children but also with clients of all ages since I tend to view current challenges through a developmental lens.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. Based on my experiences and training, I take a developmental approach to helping clients build strategies and skills to manage challenges. I believe our early experiences shape the way we handle distress, problem-solve, and develop relationships. My training in attachment, infant and early childhood mental health, as well as play therapy, have not only served me well in my work with young children but also with clients of all ages since I tend to view current challenges through a developmental lens.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have 20+ years of experience supporting individuals and families coping with life transition, anxiety, depression, relationship management, grief, and trauma. I am compassionate about serving others. My goal is to support individuals utilizing a person-centered approach because one size does not fit all.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have 20+ years of experience supporting individuals and families coping with life transition, anxiety, depression, relationship management, grief, and trauma. I am compassionate about serving others. My goal is to support individuals utilizing a person-centered approach because one size does not fit all.

Congratulations! Taking the first step on any journey can be scary. In moments like this, it can be quite comforting knowing that you will not have to make the journey alone. I am here to help! I am passionate about being a guide for individuals as they navigate life's transitions, experience anxiety, depression, or grief that may seem unbearable at times. I use a person-centered, collaborative approach to care, wherein together we will identify your needs and goals for the therapeutic process. When you are ready to take the next step, know that I will be here waiting to help!
Congratulations! Taking the first step on any journey can be scary. In moments like this, it can be quite comforting knowing that you will not have to make the journey alone. I am here to help! I am passionate about being a guide for individuals as they navigate life's transitions, experience anxiety, depression, or grief that may seem unbearable at times. I use a person-centered, collaborative approach to care, wherein together we will identify your needs and goals for the therapeutic process. When you are ready to take the next step, know that I will be here waiting to help!

I think of a therapist as a wise guide who enters into the life of another human at a time of crisis and provides a compassionate, safe environment in which a person can experience himself more fully - explore, identify, and take initiatives to lessen the causes of her distress. The ideal therapist is one who, above all else, is an advocate for the freedom and well-being of another. The therapist, like spiritual guides of old, offers a balance of acceptance and challenge in helping the person become her best self. By challenge, I mean holding an individual accountable to himself and his potential for purposeful, dynamic living.
I think of a therapist as a wise guide who enters into the life of another human at a time of crisis and provides a compassionate, safe environment in which a person can experience himself more fully - explore, identify, and take initiatives to lessen the causes of her distress. The ideal therapist is one who, above all else, is an advocate for the freedom and well-being of another. The therapist, like spiritual guides of old, offers a balance of acceptance and challenge in helping the person become her best self. By challenge, I mean holding an individual accountable to himself and his potential for purposeful, dynamic living.

You have made a significant step towards your healing and growth. Thank you for inviting me to join you on your journey. It has been my humble honor to have walked with thousands of people in my more than thirty years in the helping professions.
You have made a significant step towards your healing and growth. Thank you for inviting me to join you on your journey. It has been my humble honor to have walked with thousands of people in my more than thirty years in the helping professions.

Now accepting new clients. Are you feeling stuck in destructive patterns? I am passionate about working with folks who struggle with addiction, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to come alongside you and champion you on your path to healing.
Now accepting new clients. Are you feeling stuck in destructive patterns? I am passionate about working with folks who struggle with addiction, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to come alongside you and champion you on your path to healing.

Hello, I am Whitney Jefferson, LICSW. I like to keep my clients the focus of each season by identifying their needs and aligning them with their goals. I typically use solution-focused and cognitive behavior types of therapy. I am comfortable talking through difficult life decisions, anxiety, and depression. I create a warm and inviting environment for clients to be themselves and talk about their heart's desires. Each client should expect to walk away feeling refreshed and excited about future sessions. I first identify the clients needs, then I collaborate with the client on a plan to reach each achievable goals.
Hello, I am Whitney Jefferson, LICSW. I like to keep my clients the focus of each season by identifying their needs and aligning them with their goals. I typically use solution-focused and cognitive behavior types of therapy. I am comfortable talking through difficult life decisions, anxiety, and depression. I create a warm and inviting environment for clients to be themselves and talk about their heart's desires. Each client should expect to walk away feeling refreshed and excited about future sessions. I first identify the clients needs, then I collaborate with the client on a plan to reach each achievable goals.

Hi! My name is Stephanie Dates. I am a licensed clinical therapist (License No. 4876C), located in the State of Alabama. My clinical practice focuses on assisting you in living a better quality of life for struggles that we may all encounter throughout our lives. I offer therapeutic interventions that focus on how thoughts, feels, and behaviors are interconnected, with a focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns, most notably known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also utilize solution focused therapy, talk therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and other relevant modalities.
Hi! My name is Stephanie Dates. I am a licensed clinical therapist (License No. 4876C), located in the State of Alabama. My clinical practice focuses on assisting you in living a better quality of life for struggles that we may all encounter throughout our lives. I offer therapeutic interventions that focus on how thoughts, feels, and behaviors are interconnected, with a focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns, most notably known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also utilize solution focused therapy, talk therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and other relevant modalities.
Hi! My name is Jaana Meeks, a Licensed, Independent, Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have 20 years of experience in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health. I honestly cannot picture myself doing anything else. I realize (from experiences of my own) that deciding to work with a therapist is a tough decision. I will try my best to ease some of that (especially initially) anxiety. We'll go through the process at whatever speed you need/want. Chances are you have many strengths upon which to build. I believe strongly that therapy is a team approach, and you are the coach.
Hi! My name is Jaana Meeks, a Licensed, Independent, Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have 20 years of experience in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health. I honestly cannot picture myself doing anything else. I realize (from experiences of my own) that deciding to work with a therapist is a tough decision. I will try my best to ease some of that (especially initially) anxiety. We'll go through the process at whatever speed you need/want. Chances are you have many strengths upon which to build. I believe strongly that therapy is a team approach, and you are the coach.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Killen, Alabama. My approach to counseling is rooted in a client-centered philosophy, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe that each individual possesses inherent strength and wisdom, and my role as a counselor is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly. By actively listening and validating their experiences, I strive to help clients gain insight into their challenges and uncover their own solutions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Killen, Alabama. My approach to counseling is rooted in a client-centered philosophy, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe that each individual possesses inherent strength and wisdom, and my role as a counselor is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly. By actively listening and validating their experiences, I strive to help clients gain insight into their challenges and uncover their own solutions.

As a compassionate and client-centered therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, and personal growth. I work with children aged 8 and older, teens, adults, couples, and families, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
As a compassionate and client-centered therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, and personal growth. I work with children aged 8 and older, teens, adults, couples, and families, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.

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.

The Collective Therapy Center, where we advocate for a collective approach to therapy. Our philosophy emphasizes the significance of collaborative engagement, involving not only the client but also their caregivers and support systems. The mission of The Collective Therapy Center is to establish a secure and inviting environment that fosters the expression of individual experiences through diverse mediums. We employ the transformative power of art, play, and language to articulate emotions and facilitate healing. Our comprehensive range of services is tailored to meet clients at their unique developmental and emotional stages.
The Collective Therapy Center, where we advocate for a collective approach to therapy. Our philosophy emphasizes the significance of collaborative engagement, involving not only the client but also their caregivers and support systems. The mission of The Collective Therapy Center is to establish a secure and inviting environment that fosters the expression of individual experiences through diverse mediums. We employ the transformative power of art, play, and language to articulate emotions and facilitate healing. Our comprehensive range of services is tailored to meet clients at their unique developmental and emotional stages.

Please come see me even if you have tried therapy many times but still haven't given up on healing! My goal as a therapist is to have a large bag of tools for you so that we can find a technique that you respond to best. I love working with creative people, people who are suffering from anxiety, depression, dissociation, people who are tired of surface level tallk therapy and cognitive coping strategies!. I don't believe that any one approach works for every person, and want to work with you collaboratively to find out what it is that you need for your unique life story.
Please come see me even if you have tried therapy many times but still haven't given up on healing! My goal as a therapist is to have a large bag of tools for you so that we can find a technique that you respond to best. I love working with creative people, people who are suffering from anxiety, depression, dissociation, people who are tired of surface level tallk therapy and cognitive coping strategies!. I don't believe that any one approach works for every person, and want to work with you collaboratively to find out what it is that you need for your unique life story.

Being an autistic adult in a world that isn’t always built for you can be overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationships, sensory overload, or the challenges of masking, you deserve support that understands you - without judgment or pressure to change who you are.
I provide neurodivergent-affirming therapy designed specifically for autistic adults. This is a space where you can be yourself, unmask, and explore your experiences at your own pace. Therapy isn’t about “Fixing” you - it’s about helping you understand yourself, build on your strengths, and develop tools that work for your unique brain.
Being an autistic adult in a world that isn’t always built for you can be overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationships, sensory overload, or the challenges of masking, you deserve support that understands you - without judgment or pressure to change who you are.
I provide neurodivergent-affirming therapy designed specifically for autistic adults. This is a space where you can be yourself, unmask, and explore your experiences at your own pace. Therapy isn’t about “Fixing” you - it’s about helping you understand yourself, build on your strengths, and develop tools that work for your unique brain.

Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.