Therapists in Madison, AL

I have been working with children and families for over 25 years. I believe in a down to earth approach that utilizes cognitive behavioral strategies to help adolescents, adults and families work through life's challenges. I also have an expertise in child therapy, including the use of play therapy techniques. I have provided counseling to people who are working through life's struggles to include divorce, depression, anxiety, abuse, military issues, as well as other concerns. We have several qualified therapists at the center who will collaborate and work with you or your family to meet your counseling needs.

Any kind of transition is hard, I help people find peace and understanding in the middle of transitions. Your transition might be caused by divorce, a death, sobriety, career, relationships, location, or any number of other reasons. Whatever the reason, I want to help you find peace and your inner strength so you can start to create the life you want to live. Using a individualized client focused therapy - sessions with me should be comfortable and engaging but not without some challenge.

My specialty is working with adults, teens, and parents. Each stage of life brings new challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unprepared. I love helping people overcome their life difficulties by providing guidance and support. My mission is to help my clients work through problems by finding solutions, find purpose in their life and grow as an individual, and utilize their strengths and feel confident. Areas of focus include: relationships, parenting, ADHD, anger, anxiety, depression, divorce, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, and social skills.

WellSpace Play Therapy encourages children to explore issues such as anxiety, depression, worry, tantrums, and other big emotions through play! WellSpace Play therapy combines a non-directive and directive approach with children and CBT with older children in processing divorce/separation, grief, or other major life events. WellSpace knows a child's success depends on parental involvement, making it essential in providing the support needed to parents. You will find, we are passionate about working with children and their families develop a plan toward healing!

Are you having difficulties maintaining relationships, struggling with divorce, fighting with depression or experiencing anxiety and/or panic attacks? Do you have problems with emotional intimacy or the inability to live alone? Maybe you have a high stress position at work. These are just a few of the many problems that people deal with on a daily basis and if not dealt with properly can adversely affect your quality of life. There is something you can do. You don't have to experience these feelings alone. For over 30 years I have helped people deal with these and many other trying situations.

I believe everyone has the power to improve their own lives by making positive changes. I desire to help you use your life struggles to become stronger and feel more empowered. In working with clients I strive to determine the best type of therapy for each client based on their needs and goals. I work with individuals with a variety of concerns, including parenting & teen issues, marriage & divorce issues, relationship difficulties, anxiety & depression, self-esteem issues, domestic violence, as well as coping with military related issues. I work with couples using Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques.

Is your marriage falling a part? Are you one step away from calling a divorce attorney? Call me first! Are you feeling sad or anxious? Are you wanting a happier marriage and a deeper connection? Unresolved childhood trauma, depression, anxiety can be a barrier to peace and happiness. I work with couples, individuals and families helping them to resolve conflict and to find inner peace. As a wife and a mother I understand the challenges that come with marriage and family. As my client you will learn practical tools to overcome these challenges you are facing. You will learn how to reconnect and truly become one again!

Everyone struggles with relationship concerns at some point in their life. Sometimes, navigating relationships can feel like climbing a mountain without any equipment. Couples counseling is a great way to gather equipment to help you on your climb to make it safer, easier, and more enjoyable. My passion is working with couples to help them increase positive communication, developer a deeper level of intimacy, and strengthen empathy and understanding within their relationship(s). I work with couples ages 18+ and proudly serve the LGBTQIA+ community.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your family, or your marriage? Do you experience significant discord at home? Are your children acting out behaviorally? Do you feel hopeless or helpless to change your situation? If so, you may need to re-Connect. At Connect Relational Counseling, we will explore themes of self-awareness, relationship, and true intimacy. I believe life is about connection. If you are feeling broken, come on in and re-Connect.

I offer counseling services to clients who are ready to embark on a journey of self-rediscovery. I empower my clients to explore their past, enhance their present, and embrace their future. We will foster a relationship built on trust and mutual respect in a nonjudgmental, transparent environment. My mission is to provide a safe space for all regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender identification, sexual orientation, or economic status. Together, we will create a personalized plan that best meets your needs, and you will leave with an arsenal of tools to use outside our sessions.

Growing up neurodivergent and queer in the South, I know what it is like to sometimes feel like an outsider. These intersecting identities come with various, unique obstacles that no one should have to face on their own. As a therapist, I hope to offer my clients a safe space where they can be assured that they are being met without judgement. I want to work collaboratively with my clients to help them explore their own identities, and be confident in themselves so that they feel comfortable in their own skin.

As a therapist, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families help themselves through communication and rebuilding trust, thus building a foundation for growth. This foundation will then aid in the management of daily stresses and the seemingly overwhelming issues we face in life. Through our work together, we can restore love, hope, and peace of mind.

My approach to therapy utilizes an integrative blend of counseling theory to provide specialized services to a wide variety of patients and patient issues. My goal in therapy is to work in an equal and collaborative relationship with patients to reach his or her goals through empathy, respect, genuineness, and a little humor. I strive to assist patients to work towards identifying challenges or conflicts as well as to find meaning and purpose in life.

Anxiety and depression can make us feel stuck, but there is hope. Stress feels overwhelming, but this too shall pass. Relationship challenges can feel like the end of the world, but you can overcome. I want to help you get better and reclaim your strength. Often people are intimidated by the thought of going to see a therapist. Therapy doesn’t have to be painful, it is a process to having a better understanding of yourself.

Ideally, life would be without hiccups, hurt, turmoil, or bad days. Unfortunately, that is not reality. Negative circumstances and challenging relationships can leave one feeling unloved, hopeless, and stuck. If this is where you have found yourself - you are not alone! Whether your goal is to be a healthier version of you, cultivate more satisfying relationships, establish effective boundaries, develop coping skills, or learn to navigate difficult life transitions, I'm here to help! I believe every client is unique, therefore treatment is approached from a collaborative standpoint, with extreme value placed on client input.

My primary focus is empowerment of others without the fear of judgment. I believe in practicing authenticity and transparency throughout my personal and professional life. My greatest passion is helping others find strength within themselves and help them gain confidence in many aspects of life and assist in overall mental health challenges. I have gained my experience and awareness through working in residential, school and outpatient settings. Life is hard and personal demands can be even harder, everyone needs assistance regardless of age, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. My practice is diverse, accepting, and welcoming to all.

Ready for a change? Are you having difficulties resolving your problems, communicating with one another, or maybe stuck in a rut? I work with individuals, couples, families, and businesses looking to create an environment that shifts from discord to harmony, moving from dysfunction to enjoying and respecting relationships with one another. Services are often sought out when people’s ability to handle their issues on their own becomes difficult. As a professional and licensed therapist, I specialize in helping clients overcome life challenges, achieve their personal goals and improving their competence, capacity, and productivity.

My goal is to help individuals and families find strength and power within themselves to achieve their personal goals and deal with moments of adversity. I strive to help people work through conflicts, traumas, and other significant life events in order to reach a healthy sense of healing and empowerment. I believe in promoting open communication, restoring trust in one's self, and utilizing effective coping skills.

I have extensive experience working with multiple populations (i.e. children, adolescents, and adults). I have worked with children, adolescents and their families addressing behavioral and emotional issues and those with chronic mental illness (such as Depression, Anxiety, and Schizoaffective Disorder). I have also worked inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment. I have training and background addressing issues related to mood disorders, anxiety, behavioral and emotional problems, and attention deficit disorders.