Women's Issues Therapists in Shelby County, AL
Do you have anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, grief, women's issues, or AuDHD/ADHD?
I have been a counselor for over twenty-five years, working with issues such as C-PTSD, trauma, AuDHD and addictions. I have 15 years of past experience in the medical field, with a good understanding of disease processes. I am trauma-informed and client-centered, using EFT, DBT, somatic therapies, exposure therapy and more in a safe, welcoming environment.
Do you have anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, grief, women's issues, or AuDHD/ADHD?
I have been a counselor for over twenty-five years, working with issues such as C-PTSD, trauma, AuDHD and addictions. I have 15 years of past experience in the medical field, with a good understanding of disease processes. I am trauma-informed and client-centered, using EFT, DBT, somatic therapies, exposure therapy and more in a safe, welcoming environment.
We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Women's Issues, New Moms, Parenting, and Life Transitions.
Accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness takes a holistic approach focusing on the mind, body, and soul to help clients live their best life. We provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for clients to overcome barriers that have prevented them from reaching their full potential. Sharp takes pride in creating a collaborative environment, which allows clients to tap into their unique processing approach and experience to retake control of their lives.
We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Women's Issues, New Moms, Parenting, and Life Transitions.
Accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness takes a holistic approach focusing on the mind, body, and soul to help clients live their best life. We provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for clients to overcome barriers that have prevented them from reaching their full potential. Sharp takes pride in creating a collaborative environment, which allows clients to tap into their unique processing approach and experience to retake control of their lives.
I specialize in women's issues, particularly trauma including sexual abuse/assault, sex trafficking, domestic violence, and overall life transitions such as pregnancy, parenting, college adjustment, and divorce.
Lotus Counseling started with a vision of empowering girls and women to become their best selves. The lotus flower grows from deep mud, through murky water, to produce a beautiful blossom; the more adversity the more beautiful a transformation. My role as a counselor is to provide support and guidance along that journey. Everyone is an individual and therefore there is no one approach that works for everyone. I pride myself on being genuine with my clients and utilizing counseling methods that are most effective for her as an individual.
I specialize in women's issues, particularly trauma including sexual abuse/assault, sex trafficking, domestic violence, and overall life transitions such as pregnancy, parenting, college adjustment, and divorce.
Lotus Counseling started with a vision of empowering girls and women to become their best selves. The lotus flower grows from deep mud, through murky water, to produce a beautiful blossom; the more adversity the more beautiful a transformation. My role as a counselor is to provide support and guidance along that journey. Everyone is an individual and therefore there is no one approach that works for everyone. I pride myself on being genuine with my clients and utilizing counseling methods that are most effective for her as an individual.
My specialties include perinatal mood disorders, women's issues, anxiety, depression, codependency, interpersonal relationship conflict, family dysfunction, substance use disorders, and pregnancy/postpartum related stressors.
I strive to help my clients gain increased awareness, live mindfully, improve their relationships, and recognize the messages and patterns that are holding them back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. My hope is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment to help my clients use person-centered and strengths-based techniques to reach their goals. I primarily see my clients via telehealth and have limited availability for in person sessions.
My specialties include perinatal mood disorders, women's issues, anxiety, depression, codependency, interpersonal relationship conflict, family dysfunction, substance use disorders, and pregnancy/postpartum related stressors.
I strive to help my clients gain increased awareness, live mindfully, improve their relationships, and recognize the messages and patterns that are holding them back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. My hope is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment to help my clients use person-centered and strengths-based techniques to reach their goals. I primarily see my clients via telehealth and have limited availability for in person sessions.
My specialty areas include women's issues, trauma, grief and loss, and relationships.
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.
My specialty areas include women's issues, trauma, grief and loss, and relationships.
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.
I specialize in self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and women's issues.
Welcome! I have been a mental health therapist for 5 years, but I have worked with children and adults for 10+ years. I became a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in July 2018 and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in November 2023. I find joy in aiding people in learning about themselves and their emotions, so they are able to function better in the world around them. I am a published author, so I enjoy incorporating writing into my practice, as needed, due to its cathartic nature. I approach therapy with the understanding that each client is different and requires a unique level of care.
I specialize in self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and women's issues.
Welcome! I have been a mental health therapist for 5 years, but I have worked with children and adults for 10+ years. I became a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in July 2018 and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in November 2023. I find joy in aiding people in learning about themselves and their emotions, so they are able to function better in the world around them. I am a published author, so I enjoy incorporating writing into my practice, as needed, due to its cathartic nature. I approach therapy with the understanding that each client is different and requires a unique level of care.
Terri Williams-Glass
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Additionally, I have experience in helping people work through debting, divorce and women's issues.
I provide a safe and caring environment for people to find and share their truth. Blending compassion with connections and skill building, together we will explore the root of your suffering and empower healing within you. I have 20+ years of experience working with people in recovery and with people who have mental health concerns.
Additionally, I have experience in helping people work through debting, divorce and women's issues.
I provide a safe and caring environment for people to find and share their truth. Blending compassion with connections and skill building, together we will explore the root of your suffering and empower healing within you. I have 20+ years of experience working with people in recovery and with people who have mental health concerns.
As a Clinician and Psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that will foster your healing and personal growth. As a Therapist I pride myself on being authentic, nonjudgmental, and deeply empathetic. I am particularly skilled at working with addiction and family members dealing with their loved one’s addiction. I have helped individuals with a variety of other issues which include stress, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief and trauma.
As a Clinician and Psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that will foster your healing and personal growth. As a Therapist I pride myself on being authentic, nonjudgmental, and deeply empathetic. I am particularly skilled at working with addiction and family members dealing with their loved one’s addiction. I have helped individuals with a variety of other issues which include stress, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief and trauma.
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.
Vernesia Womack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
*NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS* There you are! You've made the decision that, at one time or another, we've all had to make in life. Whether there has been loss, traumatic experiences, relational problems, parenting woes, the fear of the unknown, or anything else that brought you to the realization that help is needed you've made that step. I can assist with helping to sort through the "unwanted pile-ups" as we work together to find that place of tranquility. I have a Masters in Professional Counseling and I have worked with teens, adolescents, as well as parents, where unwanted behaviors have taken a toll on the warmth in the relationship.
*NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS* There you are! You've made the decision that, at one time or another, we've all had to make in life. Whether there has been loss, traumatic experiences, relational problems, parenting woes, the fear of the unknown, or anything else that brought you to the realization that help is needed you've made that step. I can assist with helping to sort through the "unwanted pile-ups" as we work together to find that place of tranquility. I have a Masters in Professional Counseling and I have worked with teens, adolescents, as well as parents, where unwanted behaviors have taken a toll on the warmth in the relationship.
You are a highly ambitious woman who has done some inner work, yet you still feel the weight of lingering childhood wounds, generational trauma, toxic relationships, or spiritual and religious conditioning. You’re exhausted from cycles of self-doubt, people-pleasing, and emotional depletion. You don’t need convincing to heal—you’re ready to take action. What you need now isn’t traditional therapy but a transformational approach that empowers you to break these cycles for good. Through high-level coaching, I help women like you gain deep clarity, emotional freedom, and the confidence to thrive—both personally and professionally.
You are a highly ambitious woman who has done some inner work, yet you still feel the weight of lingering childhood wounds, generational trauma, toxic relationships, or spiritual and religious conditioning. You’re exhausted from cycles of self-doubt, people-pleasing, and emotional depletion. You don’t need convincing to heal—you’re ready to take action. What you need now isn’t traditional therapy but a transformational approach that empowers you to break these cycles for good. Through high-level coaching, I help women like you gain deep clarity, emotional freedom, and the confidence to thrive—both personally and professionally.
Meet Our Women's Issues Therapists
Helen Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
Indian Springs, AL 35124
Do parts of you feel overwhelmed, agitated, frozen, numb, or out of control with self-destructive thoughts and behaviors? I have 10 years of specialized experience in helping people recover from the shattering effects of trauma. Holding space for your pain and burdens, I am a compassionate listener who will tailor the use of evidence-based interventions and techniques to your specific needs. As a Christian, I often integrate the hope and healing of a gospel-centered approach with therapy, but wherever you may find yourself in your own spiritual journey - I am ready to meet you there.
Do parts of you feel overwhelmed, agitated, frozen, numb, or out of control with self-destructive thoughts and behaviors? I have 10 years of specialized experience in helping people recover from the shattering effects of trauma. Holding space for your pain and burdens, I am a compassionate listener who will tailor the use of evidence-based interventions and techniques to your specific needs. As a Christian, I often integrate the hope and healing of a gospel-centered approach with therapy, but wherever you may find yourself in your own spiritual journey - I am ready to meet you there.
Life can be exhilarating, but it can also bring moments of uncertainty, stress, and self-doubt. Whether you’re navigating significant life transitions, healing from a toxic relationship, stressed from career issues, juggling motherhood , addressing substance abuse, or grappling with the demands of being a woman when you're ready to take back control of your life I’m here to provide unwavering support.
Life can be exhilarating, but it can also bring moments of uncertainty, stress, and self-doubt. Whether you’re navigating significant life transitions, healing from a toxic relationship, stressed from career issues, juggling motherhood , addressing substance abuse, or grappling with the demands of being a woman when you're ready to take back control of your life I’m here to provide unwavering support.
Kristin White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
You’ve made it this far, I would love to join you on the rest of your journey to wellness.
Life often presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming. Taking the first step toward change is an incredible accomplishment, and I’m here to help you take it further.
I integrate therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, mindfulness-based and other therapies to help clients develop practical skills for managing their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
You’ve made it this far, I would love to join you on the rest of your journey to wellness.
Life often presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming. Taking the first step toward change is an incredible accomplishment, and I’m here to help you take it further.
I integrate therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, mindfulness-based and other therapies to help clients develop practical skills for managing their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
Deirdre Crochen Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Navigating life’s transitions can often feel overwhelming, with barriers and obstacles that may lead to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. I provide a compassionate space for clients to openly acknowledge their need for help while empowering them to take charge of their circumstances. Through a collaborative approach, I help individuals develop the tools necessary to make meaningful and lasting life adjustments.
Navigating life’s transitions can often feel overwhelming, with barriers and obstacles that may lead to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. I provide a compassionate space for clients to openly acknowledge their need for help while empowering them to take charge of their circumstances. Through a collaborative approach, I help individuals develop the tools necessary to make meaningful and lasting life adjustments.
Lauren Katy Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe seeking help to overcome difficulties in life is a sign of immense strength. We all face challenges, big and small, and sometimes we need someone to walk with us through those tough times. My role as your therapist is to meet you where you are in life and provide a safe, nurturing environment free of judgement, for you to work through any challenges you may be facing while providing appropriate coping skills to conquer those issues. It is essential to remember that seeking help is not a sign of weakness or failure, but rather a courageous step towards personal growth, resilience, and well-being!
I believe seeking help to overcome difficulties in life is a sign of immense strength. We all face challenges, big and small, and sometimes we need someone to walk with us through those tough times. My role as your therapist is to meet you where you are in life and provide a safe, nurturing environment free of judgement, for you to work through any challenges you may be facing while providing appropriate coping skills to conquer those issues. It is essential to remember that seeking help is not a sign of weakness or failure, but rather a courageous step towards personal growth, resilience, and well-being!
Are you feeling defeated by the challenges in your relationship? Does the stress, anxiety, or loss of trust feel overwhelming? Or are you struggling with the heartbreak of infidelity in your relationship? It’s okay to feel lost or unsure about what to do next. I understand how infidelity can change the direction of your life and I’m here to help you navigate these difficult emotions and guide you toward healing.
Are you feeling defeated by the challenges in your relationship? Does the stress, anxiety, or loss of trust feel overwhelming? Or are you struggling with the heartbreak of infidelity in your relationship? It’s okay to feel lost or unsure about what to do next. I understand how infidelity can change the direction of your life and I’m here to help you navigate these difficult emotions and guide you toward healing.
I work with adults facing anxiety, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges. I also support children with ADHD by partnering with parents to create consistent, supportive strategies at home and in daily life. My approach with children is grounded in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), a trauma-informed model that emphasizes connection, empowerment, and correction to help children feel safe, supported, and better able to thrive.
I work with adults facing anxiety, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges. I also support children with ADHD by partnering with parents to create consistent, supportive strategies at home and in daily life. My approach with children is grounded in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), a trauma-informed model that emphasizes connection, empowerment, and correction to help children feel safe, supported, and better able to thrive.
My passion for counseling comes from the enjoyment of being able to engage the client into sharing their life stories and seeing the positive outcomes of overcoming those issues that are keeping the client from living a fully engaging life. As an experienced counselor, the most rewarding feeling comes from seeing clients transition from emotional and mental anguish into a more peaceful mind and soul. Clients can be assured that they will have a warm, caring, and non-judgmental therapist who will listen and be present with them on their journey to well-being.
My passion for counseling comes from the enjoyment of being able to engage the client into sharing their life stories and seeing the positive outcomes of overcoming those issues that are keeping the client from living a fully engaging life. As an experienced counselor, the most rewarding feeling comes from seeing clients transition from emotional and mental anguish into a more peaceful mind and soul. Clients can be assured that they will have a warm, caring, and non-judgmental therapist who will listen and be present with them on their journey to well-being.
Ellery C. Berryhill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your marriage or relationships? With your children? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety/fear? Whether you are facing a job transition, conflict in your relationship, a death of a friend or relative, or another pressing concern, therapy provides you someone to listen, to walk beside you through these experiences, and to offer guidance and support as you face new discoveries and insights to your life and well-being. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and view therapy as your opportunity to grow healthier -- mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, relationally, and spiritually.
Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your marriage or relationships? With your children? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety/fear? Whether you are facing a job transition, conflict in your relationship, a death of a friend or relative, or another pressing concern, therapy provides you someone to listen, to walk beside you through these experiences, and to offer guidance and support as you face new discoveries and insights to your life and well-being. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and view therapy as your opportunity to grow healthier -- mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, relationally, and spiritually.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.