Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in 35216
James Waites
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
I leverage evidence-based mental health interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused counseling to equip clients with the coping strategies and resilience needed to thrive amid adversity.
I intimately understand the immense toll that long hours, complex responsibilities, and the ability to analyze and anticipate complex systems can take on physicians, executive leaders and mental health providers. Working across various sectors of healthcare and business administration has provided me with first-hand insight into the unique challenges these professionals face. I have witnessed how burnout and fatigue can insidiously undermine mental health and overall well- being of highly skilled professionals.
I leverage evidence-based mental health interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused counseling to equip clients with the coping strategies and resilience needed to thrive amid adversity.
I intimately understand the immense toll that long hours, complex responsibilities, and the ability to analyze and anticipate complex systems can take on physicians, executive leaders and mental health providers. Working across various sectors of healthcare and business administration has provided me with first-hand insight into the unique challenges these professionals face. I have witnessed how burnout and fatigue can insidiously undermine mental health and overall well- being of highly skilled professionals.
David Murphree
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
David incorporates nature, poetry, and mindfulness skills in his own life and in his therapy.
There are three birds on a wire. One decides to fly away, how many are left? Answer: Three. The one just decided to fly away. It didn’t actually do it. Perhaps you have decided that you are going to change. Are you ready to do so? David believes that we already have everything we need within ourselves, including the presence of the Divine within us. As a therapist, David’s role is to create a space where individuals can do the work it takes to move toward wholeness.
David incorporates nature, poetry, and mindfulness skills in his own life and in his therapy.
There are three birds on a wire. One decides to fly away, how many are left? Answer: Three. The one just decided to fly away. It didn’t actually do it. Perhaps you have decided that you are going to change. Are you ready to do so? David believes that we already have everything we need within ourselves, including the presence of the Divine within us. As a therapist, David’s role is to create a space where individuals can do the work it takes to move toward wholeness.
Leslie Herhold Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
We are a multi-specialty therapy practice serving the needs of the entire family. From postpartum depression and infertility, to trauma and addiction, to ADHD and anxiety, we are here for your family. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, and Art and Play therapy. We have each received specialized training in our respective areas of expertise, and we are so excited to bring these services to Baldwin and Jefferson Counties.
We are a multi-specialty therapy practice serving the needs of the entire family. From postpartum depression and infertility, to trauma and addiction, to ADHD and anxiety, we are here for your family. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, and Art and Play therapy. We have each received specialized training in our respective areas of expertise, and we are so excited to bring these services to Baldwin and Jefferson Counties.
Integrative Health Services, LLC Michelle Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP, CREP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy.
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy.
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
Cindy Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
I focus on a holistic client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy utilizing various treatment approaches which can include EMDR,CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Do you find yourself constantly being triggered by past trauma? Are you experiencing feelings of worry and self-doubt that cause you to feel stuck and not able to live the life you dreamed of? Do you find yourself struggling to find normalcy again after a divorce, bad break-up, unexpected loss or this Covid-19 pandemic? Are you a parent with a preteen or teen that’s dealing with anxiety or depression?
I focus on a holistic client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy utilizing various treatment approaches which can include EMDR,CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Do you find yourself constantly being triggered by past trauma? Are you experiencing feelings of worry and self-doubt that cause you to feel stuck and not able to live the life you dreamed of? Do you find yourself struggling to find normalcy again after a divorce, bad break-up, unexpected loss or this Covid-19 pandemic? Are you a parent with a preteen or teen that’s dealing with anxiety or depression?
Jennifer Bartlett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
Vestavia, AL 35216
Currently accepting new clients - I am passionate about women's issues and am especially interested in working with young adult and millennial attempting to navigate the unique social pressures and challenges associated with this life stage. I specialize in helping people learn new ways to manage anxiety through mindfulness and stress management techniques, increase feelings of self worth, establish boundaries, and develop healthy self-care practices. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with women during the perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) period or those experiencing infertility.
Currently accepting new clients - I am passionate about women's issues and am especially interested in working with young adult and millennial attempting to navigate the unique social pressures and challenges associated with this life stage. I specialize in helping people learn new ways to manage anxiety through mindfulness and stress management techniques, increase feelings of self worth, establish boundaries, and develop healthy self-care practices. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with women during the perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) period or those experiencing infertility.
Kristen M Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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.
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.
Bre Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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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.
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.
Jessica D Kuklo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Jessica D. Kuklo is a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in PTSD, depression and anxiety. With years of experience in the field, she is deeply committed to helping individuals overcome the challenges associated with trauma, depression and anxiety. Jessica is committed to helping individuals achieve their emotional well-being and achieve personal growth. With a warm and empathetic approach, she creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Jessica D. Kuklo is a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in PTSD, depression and anxiety. With years of experience in the field, she is deeply committed to helping individuals overcome the challenges associated with trauma, depression and anxiety. Jessica is committed to helping individuals achieve their emotional well-being and achieve personal growth. With a warm and empathetic approach, she creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Roy Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
Mary Kashaa
Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35216 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist in the Hoover, AL area. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist in the Hoover, AL area. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
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Jennifer Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35216
You ARE enough. The love and encouragement you did not receive from the people in your life was their failing, NOT yours. You ARE worthy. This is the time of your life where you are now in control.
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Eddie Lamar Sharpe Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHC
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35216
Hey, my name is Eddie. As a mental health professional, it is my priority to help you endure some of the harshness that life throws at us. I encourage you to come sit down and get to know who I am so that you can decide if I'm the best person to trust your anxieties, traumas, and problems to.
Hey, my name is Eddie. As a mental health professional, it is my priority to help you endure some of the harshness that life throws at us. I encourage you to come sit down and get to know who I am so that you can decide if I'm the best person to trust your anxieties, traumas, and problems to.
Shenika Brewer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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.
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.
Peggy Hobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35216
My passion is to help others find healing, peace and empowerment in their life. I offer a warm and welcoming presence as well as curiosity and openness. I have walked with many individuals who have worked through issues of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relational difficulties and life transitions. I offer a safe place to unpack the story of your life, patterns in your relationships and places of difficulty that have burdened you or have kept you isolated. My hope is that in this work you will experience more authenticity, connection, and healing in your life.
My passion is to help others find healing, peace and empowerment in their life. I offer a warm and welcoming presence as well as curiosity and openness. I have walked with many individuals who have worked through issues of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relational difficulties and life transitions. I offer a safe place to unpack the story of your life, patterns in your relationships and places of difficulty that have burdened you or have kept you isolated. My hope is that in this work you will experience more authenticity, connection, and healing in your life.
Lacey Amos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 (Online Only)
If you desire positive change, counseling is the right place! Counseling can help you regain control and begin the healing process. I enjoy offering a variety of professional counseling services and because every situation is unique, I customize interventions accordingly. Together we will work to meet your goals and increase your overall health and wellness. Since 2006 I have helped clients work through various types of transitions and issues. I began offering virtual counseling services in 2020 and have enjoyed the benefits of telehealth for me and my clients ever since! Visit laceyamoscounseling.com for more information.
If you desire positive change, counseling is the right place! Counseling can help you regain control and begin the healing process. I enjoy offering a variety of professional counseling services and because every situation is unique, I customize interventions accordingly. Together we will work to meet your goals and increase your overall health and wellness. Since 2006 I have helped clients work through various types of transitions and issues. I began offering virtual counseling services in 2020 and have enjoyed the benefits of telehealth for me and my clients ever since! Visit laceyamoscounseling.com for more information.
LaTesha Gardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
No two people or situations are exactly the same. I use active listening skills as you express your reality, so that we can work towards a positive change in your situation. I enjoy and continue to work with a diverse clientele. Providing services to adult and adolescent individuals who may be dealing with depression, boundary setting, bullying, self-esteem, peer pressure, gender identity or other environmental concerns that may unsettle daily life.
No two people or situations are exactly the same. I use active listening skills as you express your reality, so that we can work towards a positive change in your situation. I enjoy and continue to work with a diverse clientele. Providing services to adult and adolescent individuals who may be dealing with depression, boundary setting, bullying, self-esteem, peer pressure, gender identity or other environmental concerns that may unsettle daily life.
Jocelyn Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, JSOCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
There is hope! Have you become stuck in your own personal growth? Are you struggling with the behaviors of a child or adolescent? I am willing to help you learn to overcome these struggles and more. We can work together to achieve your own goals, manage life situations, trauma, anxiety, and depression to get your life back on track. Allow me to help you explore new ways to cope with life's challenges.
There is hope! Have you become stuck in your own personal growth? Are you struggling with the behaviors of a child or adolescent? I am willing to help you learn to overcome these struggles and more. We can work together to achieve your own goals, manage life situations, trauma, anxiety, and depression to get your life back on track. Allow me to help you explore new ways to cope with life's challenges.
Kerri Malone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
My mission is to support you on your journey towards healing, personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change in your life. My focus areas include: helping individuals navigate shifts in relationships, fostering healthier connections, and enhancing communication; assisting clients in processing changes or loss, finding meaning, and rebuilding their lives; conceptualizing the complexities of life, from exploration through adaptation and success.
My mission is to support you on your journey towards healing, personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change in your life. My focus areas include: helping individuals navigate shifts in relationships, fostering healthier connections, and enhancing communication; assisting clients in processing changes or loss, finding meaning, and rebuilding their lives; conceptualizing the complexities of life, from exploration through adaptation and success.
Birmingham Anxiety and Trauma Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, LICSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Do you struggle with anxiety and excessive worry? Have you been through a traumatic event that was difficult to resolve? We help individuals, couples, children, and families overcome anxiety, depression, worry, recent or past trauma, stress, PTSD, child behavioral problems, couples challenges, and family conflict issues. We identify ways to get you un-stuck and back to wellness. Our Psychologists and Therapists have many years of combined training and experience. We use state of the art techniques to help you overcome your challenges. We'll help you practice new ways of looking at things and handling problems more effectively.
Do you struggle with anxiety and excessive worry? Have you been through a traumatic event that was difficult to resolve? We help individuals, couples, children, and families overcome anxiety, depression, worry, recent or past trauma, stress, PTSD, child behavioral problems, couples challenges, and family conflict issues. We identify ways to get you un-stuck and back to wellness. Our Psychologists and Therapists have many years of combined training and experience. We use state of the art techniques to help you overcome your challenges. We'll help you practice new ways of looking at things and handling problems more effectively.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.