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Leah Braue
Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35235
I have experience counseling adults with varying issues such as life transitions, complicated relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and grief.
I believe it is brave to seek counseling, and I know positive change can be achieved. Through participation in therapy, people can develop more self-awareness and gain peace of mind. I want to meet people where they are in their journey and move at the pace they decide. My goal is to help people make changes to their thoughts and behaviors in order to improve their relationships and lives.
I have experience counseling adults with varying issues such as life transitions, complicated relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and grief.
I believe it is brave to seek counseling, and I know positive change can be achieved. Through participation in therapy, people can develop more self-awareness and gain peace of mind. I want to meet people where they are in their journey and move at the pace they decide. My goal is to help people make changes to their thoughts and behaviors in order to improve their relationships and lives.
(205) 707-3494 View (205) 707-3494
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Jennifer W George
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244
Waitlist for new clients
Services range from school and parenting to behavioral concerns, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, trauma to building healthy coping skills and beyond.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and stressful? Have you noticed when just one thing in life is out of balance it can spill over into other areas too? This imbalance affects our moods and behaviors, our relationships and interactions with others personally and professionally. This does not just affect adults, it's affecting our youth and our children. The good thing is there is hope and resolution you already have access to, but perhaps haven't been able to tap into.. just yet.
Services range from school and parenting to behavioral concerns, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, trauma to building healthy coping skills and beyond.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and stressful? Have you noticed when just one thing in life is out of balance it can spill over into other areas too? This imbalance affects our moods and behaviors, our relationships and interactions with others personally and professionally. This does not just affect adults, it's affecting our youth and our children. The good thing is there is hope and resolution you already have access to, but perhaps haven't been able to tap into.. just yet.
(205) 843-6482 View (205) 843-6482
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Rhiannon Reese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35222
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with issues such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, sexual identity, and gender expression.
I believe that connection is the heart of counseling. My goal is to create a space where clients can feel safe being vulnerable. I want to empower my clients to be their truest, most genuine self while equipping them with the tools they need to make lasting positive change in their life.
I have experience working with issues such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, sexual identity, and gender expression.
I believe that connection is the heart of counseling. My goal is to create a space where clients can feel safe being vulnerable. I want to empower my clients to be their truest, most genuine self while equipping them with the tools they need to make lasting positive change in their life.
(205) 973-5863 View (205) 973-5863
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Katy Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35244
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking to put the past in the past and move on to a better future? That can be easy to say but tough to do. Taking steps to prioritize your emotional wellbeing and heal from anxiety, trauma and post-trauma symptoms is where I would love to partner with you. Working together, I can help you achieve that better future. Are you concerned about the impact that relationships are having on your happiness? Through therapy, we can work together to recognize unhealthy dynamics in relationships that are having a negative impact and build a plan that will help you to truly enjoy fulfilling relationships with those you care about.
Are you looking to put the past in the past and move on to a better future? That can be easy to say but tough to do. Taking steps to prioritize your emotional wellbeing and heal from anxiety, trauma and post-trauma symptoms is where I would love to partner with you. Working together, I can help you achieve that better future. Are you concerned about the impact that relationships are having on your happiness? Through therapy, we can work together to recognize unhealthy dynamics in relationships that are having a negative impact and build a plan that will help you to truly enjoy fulfilling relationships with those you care about.
(205) 742-9539 View (205) 742-9539
Affordable Counseling Therapy
MA
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35226
Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, whatever the issue, we can provide professional, confidential help for you or your family member.
We are committed to treating the whole person — and their families — with caring, qualified professionals in the fields of mental health, addiction, education, and recovery support. Our team of experts address underlying causes of mental distress, substance abuse and behavioral patterns to guide clients toward lasting recovery.
Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, whatever the issue, we can provide professional, confidential help for you or your family member.
We are committed to treating the whole person — and their families — with caring, qualified professionals in the fields of mental health, addiction, education, and recovery support. Our team of experts address underlying causes of mental distress, substance abuse and behavioral patterns to guide clients toward lasting recovery.
(205) 619-6953 View (205) 619-6953
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Shawne M Sisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LPC-S, LMFT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Life can be hard! If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different. If your current efforts to deal with relationships, emotions, and life's challenges just aren't working, it is probably time to get some help. Maybe you're unsure if counseling really works. Counseling is no "magic pill" that instantly fixes your problems! However, it does help many people change, heal, and improve their quality of life.
Life can be hard! If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different. If your current efforts to deal with relationships, emotions, and life's challenges just aren't working, it is probably time to get some help. Maybe you're unsure if counseling really works. Counseling is no "magic pill" that instantly fixes your problems! However, it does help many people change, heal, and improve their quality of life.
(205) 713-8734 View (205) 713-8734
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Claire Forman Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35205
Our world is a broken one filled with broken people, and oftentimes those broken people hurt one another. We are designed for connection with one another, and sometimes those connections go awry and create emotional dysfunction or trauma. That dysfunction and trauma often results in maladaptive means of protecting ourselves and coping with our feelings. This can manifest itself through substance abuse/addiction, dysfunctional relationships, depression, anxiety, and other issues. Are you feeling weighed down by any of these issues? Does any of this ring true to you? I hope to provide the compassionate support needed to recover.
Our world is a broken one filled with broken people, and oftentimes those broken people hurt one another. We are designed for connection with one another, and sometimes those connections go awry and create emotional dysfunction or trauma. That dysfunction and trauma often results in maladaptive means of protecting ourselves and coping with our feelings. This can manifest itself through substance abuse/addiction, dysfunctional relationships, depression, anxiety, and other issues. Are you feeling weighed down by any of these issues? Does any of this ring true to you? I hope to provide the compassionate support needed to recover.
(205) 880-2674 View (205) 880-2674
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Michelle McClintock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to check out Welcome Home Wellness - where my primary focus is on you. I believe it is a privilege to help people who are feeling confused, frustrated, anxious, depressed, or lost in life. I do not take the level of trust and vulnerability it takes to allow someone into your personal life for granted. Creating a safe, compassionate, nonjudgmental, and nurturing space where you can heal and grow is what I hope to achieve together. It takes strength and courage to ask for help and I find it an honor to be able to offer support or offer a referral to help you navigate your way.
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to check out Welcome Home Wellness - where my primary focus is on you. I believe it is a privilege to help people who are feeling confused, frustrated, anxious, depressed, or lost in life. I do not take the level of trust and vulnerability it takes to allow someone into your personal life for granted. Creating a safe, compassionate, nonjudgmental, and nurturing space where you can heal and grow is what I hope to achieve together. It takes strength and courage to ask for help and I find it an honor to be able to offer support or offer a referral to help you navigate your way.
(205) 772-3083 View (205) 772-3083
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Jennifer Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209  (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(205) 898-5269 View (205) 898-5269
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David E. Myers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
(205) 216-5042 View (205) 216-5042
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Mary Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35226  (Online Only)
Everyone needs help sometimes; it's one of the many things that connects us as humans. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Certified Telemental Health Provider providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are seeking support for a wide array of issues, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My practice is currently 100% online, so clients can attend our sessions from any space that is convenient for them!
Everyone needs help sometimes; it's one of the many things that connects us as humans. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Certified Telemental Health Provider providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are seeking support for a wide array of issues, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My practice is currently 100% online, so clients can attend our sessions from any space that is convenient for them!
(205) 270-5740 View (205) 270-5740
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Jenifer Brougham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35203  (Online Only)
I help women suffering from anxiety learn skills and gain tools to live a peaceful and confident life again. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, and irritable more often than not? Do you sometimes feel paralyzed by indecision, worried you will make the wrong choices? Or maybe you find it hard to fall asleep at night as your mind races replaying events or worrying about the future. But, imagine a future where you have the skills and tools to manage these feelings, where you regain control over your thoughts, and find peace and calmness in situations that once overwhelmed you. A future where you look forward to the day's challenges.
I help women suffering from anxiety learn skills and gain tools to live a peaceful and confident life again. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, and irritable more often than not? Do you sometimes feel paralyzed by indecision, worried you will make the wrong choices? Or maybe you find it hard to fall asleep at night as your mind races replaying events or worrying about the future. But, imagine a future where you have the skills and tools to manage these feelings, where you regain control over your thoughts, and find peace and calmness in situations that once overwhelmed you. A future where you look forward to the day's challenges.
(205) 927-4634 View (205) 927-4634
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Harper's Heart Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CATP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35211  (Online Only)
Do you want to feel heard and appreciated? If so, I specialize in helping others overcome daily life stressors such as depression and anxiety, family conflicts, and or general emotional distress. Allow me to assist with breaking down various psychological barriers.
Do you want to feel heard and appreciated? If so, I specialize in helping others overcome daily life stressors such as depression and anxiety, family conflicts, and or general emotional distress. Allow me to assist with breaking down various psychological barriers.
(205) 270-4091 View (205) 270-4091
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Birmingham Family Counseling and Mediation Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35205
Currently Accepting New Clients. Perhaps you are a parent, struggling to find help for your child or teen who is dealing with behavioral or emotional concerns? Maybe you are an individual who is struggling with sadness, hopelessness, stress or anxiety. At Birmingham Family Counseling, we strive to provide inclusive, individualized care to support those who may be dealing with difficulty in life. We are here to support you through this time.
Currently Accepting New Clients. Perhaps you are a parent, struggling to find help for your child or teen who is dealing with behavioral or emotional concerns? Maybe you are an individual who is struggling with sadness, hopelessness, stress or anxiety. At Birmingham Family Counseling, we strive to provide inclusive, individualized care to support those who may be dealing with difficulty in life. We are here to support you through this time.
(205) 635-7880 View (205) 635-7880
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Jenn Knierim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244  (Online Only)
Using cognitive behavioral therapy I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and difficult periods of adjustment.
Are you tired of feeling panicked as you try to navigate a new transition or deal with life’s uncertainty? Are you exhausted from listening to your negative thoughts spiral out of control? Balancing the pressures of trying to be the perfect friend, spouse, parent or employee is overwhelming. You may feel stuck, but don’t lose hope! There is a way out and a healthier way to deal with your anxiety or depression. My goal is to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you develop the skills you need to experience a stronger, healthier life.
Using cognitive behavioral therapy I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and difficult periods of adjustment.
Are you tired of feeling panicked as you try to navigate a new transition or deal with life’s uncertainty? Are you exhausted from listening to your negative thoughts spiral out of control? Balancing the pressures of trying to be the perfect friend, spouse, parent or employee is overwhelming. You may feel stuck, but don’t lose hope! There is a way out and a healthier way to deal with your anxiety or depression. My goal is to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you develop the skills you need to experience a stronger, healthier life.
(888) 837-1790 View (888) 837-1790
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Lorne Dann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209  (Online Only)
You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.
You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.
(205) 282-9259 View (205) 282-9259
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Strive Counseling Services, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, RPT
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35203
I specialize in working with adults that have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders, grief, stress, and psychosocial stressors.
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
I specialize in working with adults that have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders, grief, stress, and psychosocial stressors.
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
(205) 512-3242 View (205) 512-3242
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Melissa Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
(205) 358-4226 View (205) 358-4226
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Parker Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Most of us suffer adversity during our lifespan! I work with clients suffering from life challenges such as anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem. If you are suffering from any of these challenges, maybe it is time to take a different approach. If your current coping skills are not working, now is the time to request some assistance.
Most of us suffer adversity during our lifespan! I work with clients suffering from life challenges such as anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem. If you are suffering from any of these challenges, maybe it is time to take a different approach. If your current coping skills are not working, now is the time to request some assistance.
(205) 379-6290 View (205) 379-6290
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Charlece Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35210
You may be facing abrupt or long-term challenges that seem to be getting difficult to manage. Those challenges have been affecting you mentally and you may have noticed an increase in overthinking, worry, isolation, sadness, or fear. It is time to get the help that you need with a therapist who can relate to you. My desire is to create a vibe with the client to decrease unwanted feelings and increase a healthier life that consists of effective communication, acknowledging things you can control, and facing your fears. CRC will teach you how to cope with chaos, implement coping skills, and work through uncomfortable feelings.
You may be facing abrupt or long-term challenges that seem to be getting difficult to manage. Those challenges have been affecting you mentally and you may have noticed an increase in overthinking, worry, isolation, sadness, or fear. It is time to get the help that you need with a therapist who can relate to you. My desire is to create a vibe with the client to decrease unwanted feelings and increase a healthier life that consists of effective communication, acknowledging things you can control, and facing your fears. CRC will teach you how to cope with chaos, implement coping skills, and work through uncomfortable feelings.
(205) 526-3316 View (205) 526-3316
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.