Coaching Therapists in Hoover, AL

You've begun your journey to healing! At this point, you may be struggling to navigate life and its stressors and by exploring options for therapy you have initiated a hard but rewarding journey. Many of life's stressors evoke depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. Symptoms of those stressors appear in our minds, bodies and relationships. Throughout my career, I have gained experience in identifying how we are affected by our pain and how it embeds itself in every part of our lives. I want to join with you to dispel that pain and help you live your most authentic, healthy, ideal life on your terms!

TC Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC mission is to recognize each individual and their unique personal needs. We believe taking the time to understand our clients and their concerns is important in helping achieve successful outcomes. We realize that asking for help may be difficult and one of our goals is to make the process simple as possible. We provide a keep it real environment to our clients. We have over 20 years of social work and counseling experiences. We offer supportive, non-judgmental affordable services. TC Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC believes in transforming lives and changing people.

If you’re reading this, life has happened and you’re considering counseling. Maybe you’ve found yourself worrying constantly. You’re fraying at the edges. You’re missing a loved one. Getting out of bed has become a chore. Your relationships feel like a hamster wheel. Maybe Auburn Football has let you down again. No matter how you ended up where you are, counseling can be a crucial step in moving forward. Whether it’s ratcheting down the anxiety a notch, unloading the heaviness of depression, or just trying to get some traction in life - there is hope.

It's been a weird last couple of years, hasn't it? In addition to the chaos and uncertainty in our world, you may also be feeling chaos and uncertainty in your personal life. Many people are feeling uneasy and out of sorts; you may benefit from short term therapy in order to cope with all these changes. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, career issues, stress, grief and transitions are among the issues I address in therapy. You may realize something needs to change, but you're not sure what. An ideal time to consider therapy and that objective input. Therapy is voluntary; let's sort out what you want to change.

My ideal client is one who is ready for change. I don't know many people who change when they are comfortable. By the time an individual or couple walks into a counseling office, they are usually in enough discomfort with their current reality that they are ready to work towards something new. I want to join with clients to identify what is not working, the source of their discomfort, and help set them up for and walk with them into successful healing, change and overall health.

Hello, I'm Chris Sigvaldson, and I'm deeply passionate about helping individuals liberate themselves from the burdens of anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction and depression. I specialize in guiding clients through a spectrum of challenges, addressing not only addiction but also the intricate facets of mental health. Whether it's overcoming anxiety, navigating trauma, processing grief, or managing the weight of depression, my goal is to provide unwavering support.

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.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to go through it alone. There are no perfect people or families but healthy individuals help build healthy families and children. I have 24 years experience in the mental health profession. Relational conflict, behavioral issues, anxiety, grief, and depression are a few of the issues I specialize in (extensive list in specialties section). Counseling by a licensed professional, is the best place to seek help. Openness, attending sessions, and a willingness to practice skills outside of sessions is all that's needed of you for a successful experience, you set the pace.

Do you struggle with pressure, emotions, confidence, or anxiety? Are you stressed or overwhelmed trying to manage your time or responsibilities? Is defining yourself as a person without the title "athlete" involved in the description impossible for you? Are the nerves before a game beating you? When you make a mistake, do you find it hard to bounce back? Are you a leader having a hard time finding followers? Do you want to become more resilient and consistent with your thoughts and overall game play? Do you just want to take your game to the next level? Does your team have issues with chemistry, maintaining focus, or setting goals?

Struggling to balance everything in your life? Not where you want to be & feeling stagnant? Need help learning how to work through stress, anxiety, depression and/or life transitions? Let's develop the skills you need to live the life you deserve. I specialize in therapy for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions & self esteem.

There is no better time than the present to make changes. Are you tired of not making the most of your life? Is parenting, life changes, stress, or negativity making life harder? I sincerely believe that people want to make positive changes in their lives but oftentimes do not know where to start. Because some people may be apprehensive about starting counseling, I work to create an atmosphere that is non-judgmental. In addition, I strive to build a partnership with the client by understanding what they want to work on and how we can tackle that together.

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.

If you are experiencing a challenging time in your life personally or professionally, need assistance working through a conflict or you are simply seeking personal growth, I am here to journey with you along the path; providing Support, Acceptance, and Guidance towards your Enlightenment (SAGE).

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.

"Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up." We all have similarities whether it's learning to manage daily stressors, challenges that occur within a season, or just coping with long-term concerns that effect our mood and thoughts. No matter the circumstance you have the tools to get up, however might need the support, and resources when facing those adversities. I welcome you along this journey with me to explore options regarding what is in your best interest. I understand the unknown is difficult, but rest assure taking the next step you've already won by choosing to rise and enhance your quality of life.

You keep replaying the incident in your mind even when you don’t want to. The event has left you feeling on edge and afraid. You can’t relax and it’s impossible to be in public without looking over your shoulder. You can’t stay anywhere too long, or you fear you will come apart. People around you don’t understand and tell you to get over it. You wish you could simply get over it, but this event has taken over your life. You don’t recognize yourself, and you don’t think you can ever be the person you were before. You can’t sleep or focus. You believe the incident was your fault and think of things you should have done differently.

In today's society, people feel pressure to choose a side or struggle with what to say. It's hard to determine where you fit in or who to trust. This is not a way to go through life. I help clients decipher what is important and refocus on those things that matter most. While we can't change the world overnight, we can help influence and change our environment and be a positive light to those we encounter. Life is a journey with ups and downs but it's up to us to embrace each day and use it to accomplish something new and choose to see the joy in each moment.

I believe anyone can change with the desire to want to change. I feel that having someone to listen to you and talk issues through is important and key to successful growth and change. We are all social beings with hurts, feelings, and issues to work through and I am a therapist that will listen and help you work through your life situations. Together there are no hurdles that can't be accomplished.

I am glad you are taking the first step towards greater mental health by reviewing your choices for therapy. Therapy can be a positive, productive, and deeply satisfying experience. It can give you a chance to address concerns affecting your relationships, spiritual beliefs, and/or your happiness and peace of mind. Therapy may be active and solution-focused, or quiet and reflective. Allow me to assist you with exploring your understanding of yourself and others, and address specific solutions for the struggles experienced across a variety of relationships.