Some people who experience trauma may struggle with memories and thoughts about the event. They may have nightmares or feel angry all the time. They may want to avoid thinking about the trauma or encountering things that remind them of it. While it may feel better momentarily, avoidance of the trauma can keep you stuck from recovering from PTSD. As a certified trauma therapist, I offer a treatment that helps heal PTSD in 12-15 sessions. I specialize in working with first responders & veterans and am extensively trained to work with the unique challenges they face, however, I work with all forms of trauma.

End Stigma Reach Out! You're searching for hope, during this difficult time in your life. You're feeling confused about the REAL YOU. You desire change in your life. You often find yourself in a rocky relationship. You feel lost and unsure about where your life is, where you will go and who will be with you. You're ready to unleash your pain and suffering. You can leave all the stress, anger ,fear, and pain on the counseling space floor. So what if you cry or scream or laugh. You're human after all. You're not a robot! Therapy is a gift you deserve.

We are all unique and so are the struggles we face daily. Being unique is great, yet there comes a time when we are faced with challenges, feeling stuck, frustrated, angry or simply misunderstood. It is during these times that it is beneficial to seek someone outside of that current situation for fresh insight, an objective perspective and a listening, non-judgmental ear. Sometimes an outsider looking in may be exactly what you need in order to identify and develop the best solution to meet your unique and individual needs. Life is full of ups and downs- in therapy we learn how to maneuver through the waves of life.

Do you feel as though unhealthy coping skills are preventing you from becoming your "Best Self"? Sometimes in life, we face adverse situations in which we learn to cope using unhealthy skills. This may cause us to feel stuck and wondering why we can't do the things that we know, think, and feel would be helpful? Unhealthy coping behaviors may cause a person to feel stuck and wonder why they aren't progressing. Unfortunately, we continue to use these skills in ways that are no longer beneficial and eventually cause harm to our functioning. Therapy can be helpful in identifying, eliminating, and replacing these harmful behaviors.

Therapy works! Healing begins. Your relationships are transformed. Your children / adolescents can behave and thrive. You can find purpose together. Your life direction can become clear. You can have your life back! Counseling and Therapy Services can help you on your road to healing, recovery, and happiness.

I have worked with children and their families who are going through the divorce process for over twenty years. I have worked with families who are in extreme conflict and counsel the children, provided co-parenting to the parents and parental coordination post-divorce to the families.

Dr. Smith is the Clinical Director at Psychological Assessment Center in the Auburn/Opelika community. She is a Licensed Psychologist with 36 years of experience in the treatment and evaluation of children, adolescents and adults. Assessments provided include: Cognitive and Academic Issues (Intellectual Functioning, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disorders), Developmental Delays, Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD), Memory Concerns, and Surgery Assessments. Short term therapy that is interpersonal. supportive and solution focused is also provided.

Whether you’re experiencing distress or conflict within your life, experiencing professional changes, having difficulty coping with the loss of a loved one, experiencing a transitional phase in your life, or etc. through a positive therapeutic process growth can occur. Through an empathetic and safe environment, the therapeutic process can assist you in creating your optimal life.

I am a licensed professional supervising counselor with 31 years experience in the community mental health field. My speciality is working with individuals struggling with emotional regulation issues that are interfering with their professional and personal lives. Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are my theoretical orientations. I am a certified DBT therapist. I am also a supervising counselor in Alabama and have extensive experience in providing supervision to individuals seeking state sanctioned licensure as a licensed professional counselor.

Brandon Adair is a licensed professional counselor who earned his master’s in clinical psychology from Alabama A&M University in Normal, AL. He has over fifteen years in the inpatient / counseling field with his key focuses being in the areas of marriage and family counseling, addiction, anxiety, depression, daily stressors, PTSD, developing coping strategies, and men’s issues. Brandon’s therapy approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered, solution focused, motivational interviewing, and positive psychology. Brandon welcomes individual, couples, and families, including adolescents.

My goal in counseling is to help others empower themselves to take control of their own happiness. I utilize REBT and Cognitive Behavioral techniques to help accomplish this. We are in control of our own happiness...not those around us or external events.

Lacey has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2009, and is a Counseling Supervisor with the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling of the State of Alabama. She received her Master's Degree in Community Counseling from the University of South Alabama. Lacey is a Master’s Addiction Counselor through NADDAC, currently a member of the Alabama Counseling Association and NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. In her counseling practice, she approaches therapy with her clients from a holistic standpoint, helping them identify their needs which relate to their emotional, psychological and relational health.

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.

Chovan Counseling Inc. is now offering telehealth and telephone sessions to create a potentially safer environment for our patients during this COVID-19 outbreak. We will continue to offer telehealth after this national emergency is over. Telehealth offers the benefits of attending most counseling sessions from home saving the Patient time and money. We accept Patients from Alabama and Georgia.

So many issues arise in the course of a normal life. That's right, I said normal life. It is normal for every person to have problems. Life is to short to be held hostage by emotional turmoil. Marital conflict, depression, anxiety, fears, relational issues and mood disorders can be resolved. Call me, lets talk, find a solution and move you to the next chapter in your life!

Therapy is a useful tool that can improve your overall quality of life. I can provide a non- judgemental environment for you to share, learn and discover your true self. I have experience with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches to help children, adolescents, and adults. We can address issues such as divorce, depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as a variety of other concerns. I am passionate about the therapeutic process and enjoy walking with you down the road of self discovery. I look forward to working with you. Become who you are meant to be.

I work with busy, high-achieving individuals who are facing challenges that are keeping them from reaching their maximum potential. If you're struggling in your home life, career, at school, or in sports, I can help. Oftentimes, the desire for perfection results in high levels of stress, low self-esteem, and burnout. These things lead to many other issues that can take a toll on your mood, relationships, and performance. In a safe and supportive environment, I will guide you as you overcome the obstacles that are holding you back from being the best version of yourself.

I have practiced psychology for over 40 years with a philosophy focused on interpersonal relationships. I believe that relationships are the most important thing in life--relationships with our maker, spouse, children, family, friends; and that good relationships are based on trust. Good relationships make you feel happy, productive, creative; and bad relationships make you feel sad, depressed, suspicious, less productive, less creative.

Are you feeling trapped, hopeless, like things are not going to get better? Whatever challenge you are facing, you do not have to go through it alone. Too often people shy away from counseling, but you would be amazed by the positive impact it can have on your life. I am here to support and encourage you, not to tell you what to do. No one is exempt from problems, but how an individual respond's to that problem is key to resolving the issue and helps decrease symptoms such as anxiety and depression which may come with an unwelcome situation.

I am Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling. I earned my B.S. in Psychology from Athens State and M.A. in Community Counseling from University of North Alabama. Prior to private practice, I worked at Riverbend Center for Mental Health, Bradford Health Services, and Alabama Psychiatric Services. I also worked as a missionary in the 9th Ward of New Orleans for 5 years and in Bangkok, Thailand for 9 years. I have a strong passion to work with those who have struggled with addiction or have been impacted by addiction. I have training and experience working with trauma, PTSD, and anger.