Vestavia Hills
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
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Kim Carden

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC

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Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Ever feel like you’re carrying more than others can see? Past experiences, family dynamics, and unspoken hurt can shape the way you see yourself, navigate relationships, and respond to life. You may find yourself questioning your worth, feeling disconnected, or repeating patterns that are difficult to understand. You want clarity, meaningful connection, and greater peace within yourself. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, explore your story, and begin understanding what you’ve been carrying on your own.
I work with adults and parents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. I take an individualized approach, drawing from family systems, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapies to help clients better understand their experiences and work toward their goals.
I believe therapy can be a meaningful opportunity to slow down, reflect, and better understand yourself. In our work together, we’ll make room for the parts of your story that may have been difficult to process and explore what you want for your life moving forward. I hope you leave our time together feeling seen, understood, and more confident in yourself.
Take the first step to help. Call or Kim Carden now - (205) 828-8169

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

(205) 828-8169
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Insight-oriented therapy for adults healing from trauma, anxiety, and difficult family experiences. BCBS accepted.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (205) 828-8169
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

(205) 828-8169
My website
Insight-oriented therapy for adults healing from trauma, anxiety, and difficult family experiences. BCBS accepted.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • All Kids
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
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I'm in network with BCBSAL and EPS.
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Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169
"
I'm in network with BCBSAL and EPS.
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Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Alabama / 4137C Kim Carden

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended University of Alabama, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2014
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MSW, LCSW with nearly 10 years of experience in trauma-informed care across multiple settings.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169
"
MSW, LCSW with nearly 10 years of experience in trauma-informed care across multiple settings.
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Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries
  • Communication
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, identity concerns, and the effects of family dysfunction or abuse. Many clients come in feeling stuck or disconnected and begin to develop a clearer sense of self, stronger boundaries, and more meaningful relationships.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169
"
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, identity concerns, and the effects of family dysfunction or abuse. Many clients come in feeling stuck or disconnected and begin to develop a clearer sense of self, stronger boundaries, and more meaningful relationships.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169

6 Endorsements

David L Higgins
David L Higgins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Kim creates a warm, supportive space where clients feel understood while working through difficult experiences with greater clarity and self-awareness.
Michelle Davidson
Michelle Davidson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kim brings warmth, insight, and authenticity into her work. She creates a space where clients feel genuinely heard while helping them gain clarity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Cicely Roberts
Cicely Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Kim has a way of helping people sort through complicated thoughts and emotions without feeling overwhelmed. Her calm presence and thoughtful questions often help clients discover strengths they didn't realize they already had.
Paige Brodkin
Paige Brodkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Kim has a thoughtful and grounded approach that helps clients feel comfortable exploring life's challenges. She excels at helping people gain clarity, build self-awareness, and move forward with greater confidence and purpose.
Jennifer Merryman
Jennifer Merryman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Kim has a thoughtful and grounded approach that helps clients feel comfortable exploring life's challenges. She excels at helping people gain clarity, build self-awareness, and move forward with greater confidence and purpose.
Emily Aldredge
Emily Aldredge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Kim is a compassionate and experienced therapist who truly listens, attunes, and meets clients where they are. She is a colleague I have learned a great deal from, and I deeply respect her person-centered, trauma-informed approach to care.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • TF-CBT
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My approach is trauma-informed and exploratory. Sessions may include noticing patterns in relationships, understanding emotional responses, processing past experiences, and gently challenging beliefs that no longer serve you. The focus is on deeper awareness that leads to lasting change.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169
"
My approach is trauma-informed and exploratory. Sessions may include noticing patterns in relationships, understanding emotional responses, processing past experiences, and gently challenging beliefs that no longer serve you. The focus is on deeper awareness that leads to lasting change.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
or call with questions - (205) 828-8169

Location

Primary Location

Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

(205) 828-8169

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Insight-oriented therapy for adults healing from trauma, anxiety, and difficult family experiences. BCBS accepted.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (205) 828-8169
"
Insight-oriented therapy for adults healing from trauma, anxiety, and difficult family experiences. BCBS accepted.
Photo of Kim Carden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Kim Carden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (205) 828-8169