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Kristen M Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
I’m trained in Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
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’m trained in Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
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.
(205) 983-6371 View (205) 983-6371
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Brandon Lee Adair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35802
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 twenty 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.
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 twenty 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.
(256) 305-4102 View (256) 305-4102
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Elisa Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36609  (Online Only)
I am an LICSW Psychotherapist in Alabama who can help you break free from limiting thoughts and beliefs that create fear, anxiety, depression and emotional pain. As a trauma-informed therapist, I also seek to reduce self-sabotaging behaviors and patterns of toxic relationships. I provide a wide variety of psychoeducational materials and techniques to promote a higher level of knowledge, insight and coping skills. I help clients reach their goals and navigate through the healing journey. I utilize different treatment modalities tailored for individual needs.
I am an LICSW Psychotherapist in Alabama who can help you break free from limiting thoughts and beliefs that create fear, anxiety, depression and emotional pain. As a trauma-informed therapist, I also seek to reduce self-sabotaging behaviors and patterns of toxic relationships. I provide a wide variety of psychoeducational materials and techniques to promote a higher level of knowledge, insight and coping skills. I help clients reach their goals and navigate through the healing journey. I utilize different treatment modalities tailored for individual needs.
(251) 220-3249 View (251) 220-3249
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Chavis Counseling Service, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Fairhope, AL 36532
I believe in solution-based therapy and my goal is to work individually with each of my clients, helping them to discover and explore solutions to their problems and developing a new way of looking at them. I challenge each of my clients to explore their world in new ways of comprehension and to learn how to make better choices in their lives.
I believe in solution-based therapy and my goal is to work individually with each of my clients, helping them to discover and explore solutions to their problems and developing a new way of looking at them. I challenge each of my clients to explore their world in new ways of comprehension and to learn how to make better choices in their lives.
(334) 454-4366 View (334) 454-4366
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Eagle Consulting/Counseling Division
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35806
You can find hope here. We strive to provide each person an experience of support, inspiration, motivation, and hope through proven counseling techniques. This is a safe place to tell your story and begin writing a new chapter. We listen to understand and help guide you into a new beginning. Has life just become exhausting? Are you tired of feeling alone? Do you want to find some peace and meaning?
You can find hope here. We strive to provide each person an experience of support, inspiration, motivation, and hope through proven counseling techniques. This is a safe place to tell your story and begin writing a new chapter. We listen to understand and help guide you into a new beginning. Has life just become exhausting? Are you tired of feeling alone? Do you want to find some peace and meaning?
(256) 693-8476 View (256) 693-8476
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Oasis Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Madison, AL 35758
Life challenges can bring drastic changes to people’s lives. Such crucial changes can negatively impact their state of mind, sense of self, and behavior toward their loved ones. I strive to help individuals and families overcome adversity and maintain optimal mental wellness. I work to provides clients with professional support in dealing with important life events, while ensuring their mental health during those difficult times. I offer the highest level of counseling services to achieve your ultimate goals and to improve lives.
Life challenges can bring drastic changes to people’s lives. Such crucial changes can negatively impact their state of mind, sense of self, and behavior toward their loved ones. I strive to help individuals and families overcome adversity and maintain optimal mental wellness. I work to provides clients with professional support in dealing with important life events, while ensuring their mental health during those difficult times. I offer the highest level of counseling services to achieve your ultimate goals and to improve lives.
(938) 222-9490 View (938) 222-9490
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Keri A. Bressette
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35801
Everyone is entitled to mental wellness. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working, and don't know what to do or where to go, please know this: this is not a personal failure, you are not alone, and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist, and I offer evaluations and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I treat and diagnose a wide variety of concerns including neurodevelopmental, disruptive behaviors, developmental delays, mood, anxiety, and trauma. I believe in a collaborative approach to intervention that can help with life's daily problems.
Everyone is entitled to mental wellness. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working, and don't know what to do or where to go, please know this: this is not a personal failure, you are not alone, and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist, and I offer evaluations and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I treat and diagnose a wide variety of concerns including neurodevelopmental, disruptive behaviors, developmental delays, mood, anxiety, and trauma. I believe in a collaborative approach to intervention that can help with life's daily problems.
(256) 795-2510 View (256) 795-2510
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Bre Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(205) 273-5403 View (205) 273-5403
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Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dothan, AL 36305  (Online Only)
Thank you for choosing to explore a new way of tackling life’s challenges. Reaching out can be an overwhelming step. It is important to remember that you possess more bravery than you realize and more strength than you feel. Your courage is greater than you might imagine. I reject the notion of a one-size-fits all approach and instead focus on exploring ideas and thoughts to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. We will work together for positive change. “If you change nothing, nothing changes.” Dr. Joyce Brothers
Thank you for choosing to explore a new way of tackling life’s challenges. Reaching out can be an overwhelming step. It is important to remember that you possess more bravery than you realize and more strength than you feel. Your courage is greater than you might imagine. I reject the notion of a one-size-fits all approach and instead focus on exploring ideas and thoughts to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. We will work together for positive change. “If you change nothing, nothing changes.” Dr. Joyce Brothers
(334) 432-8048 View (334) 432-8048
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Brady E. Beziat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36117
Group Therapy at the office (DBT & Divorce Groups). I am invested in supporting individuals in the pursuit of a more peaceful and fulfilling life. People who want to find contentment and not only manage but improve their overall wellness. Those seeking a positive therapeutic relationship and experience that will build their self-esteem and improved how they interact in the world. People dealing with just about any concern and really need to find someone to understand and help them realize that they can improve their life. Please contact the office and ask for Brady.
Group Therapy at the office (DBT & Divorce Groups). I am invested in supporting individuals in the pursuit of a more peaceful and fulfilling life. People who want to find contentment and not only manage but improve their overall wellness. Those seeking a positive therapeutic relationship and experience that will build their self-esteem and improved how they interact in the world. People dealing with just about any concern and really need to find someone to understand and help them realize that they can improve their life. Please contact the office and ask for Brady.
(334) 326-3436 View (334) 326-3436
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Eagle TeleMental Health Counseling
Counselor, LPC, LICSW, LMFT, ALC
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35806
Are you ready to see your counselor from the privacy of your own home or office? Do you want to save time, travel, or hassle? Are you ready to start investing in your life with no excuses? We have exceptional counselors that now offer TeleMental Health Counseling which is the delivery of psychotherapy services through the use of internet-based videoconferencing. This is the same service you would receive in a face to face session with your counselor, we are just talking to one another through a video screen.
Are you ready to see your counselor from the privacy of your own home or office? Do you want to save time, travel, or hassle? Are you ready to start investing in your life with no excuses? We have exceptional counselors that now offer TeleMental Health Counseling which is the delivery of psychotherapy services through the use of internet-based videoconferencing. This is the same service you would receive in a face to face session with your counselor, we are just talking to one another through a video screen.
(938) 444-8546 View (938) 444-8546
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Nathan Baughn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36693
I work with a wide variety of people on an array of issues. For those who have never talked to a therapist or counselor before, I strive to help them feel comfortable and unconditionally accepted in this important encounter. Many have already had some therapy in the past, and I enjoy enhancing their experience through new and dynamic interventions, building on the individual's own strength and knowledge. Together we will identify changes that you want to make and discuss the best interventions to enhance these changes. I am an experienced therapist who can help facilitate insight, awareness, and skill building.
I work with a wide variety of people on an array of issues. For those who have never talked to a therapist or counselor before, I strive to help them feel comfortable and unconditionally accepted in this important encounter. Many have already had some therapy in the past, and I enjoy enhancing their experience through new and dynamic interventions, building on the individual's own strength and knowledge. Together we will identify changes that you want to make and discuss the best interventions to enhance these changes. I am an experienced therapist who can help facilitate insight, awareness, and skill building.
(251) 220-3028 View (251) 220-3028
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Hiram Keith Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Fairhope, AL 36532
Hiram has over 30 years of clinical counseling experience and the genuine passion for helping people in need. He specializes in individuals, marriage/relationships, and adolescents. Key issues include anxiety/depression, communication, conflict resolution, grief/trauma, divorce, blended families, parenting skills, substance abuse, pornography, infidelity and the mending of trust, ADD for all ages, and anger management issues. It does take a great amount of courage to reach out. Counseling helps to empower you in overcoming and/or managing life's numerous painful challenges.
Hiram has over 30 years of clinical counseling experience and the genuine passion for helping people in need. He specializes in individuals, marriage/relationships, and adolescents. Key issues include anxiety/depression, communication, conflict resolution, grief/trauma, divorce, blended families, parenting skills, substance abuse, pornography, infidelity and the mending of trust, ADD for all ages, and anger management issues. It does take a great amount of courage to reach out. Counseling helps to empower you in overcoming and/or managing life's numerous painful challenges.
(251) 216-1351 View (251) 216-1351
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Peaceful Pathways LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, AADC, CCTSI
Verified Verified
Madison, AL 35758
A New kind of Help! Our goal at Peaceful Pathways is to help clients identify their strengths and believe and embrace the value of their life. We seek to create a comfortable environment where clients feel safe, accepted, and cared for. Peaceful Pathways treats a variety of emotional and behavioral issues with both counseling services and medication monitoring. Our staff is committed to meeting our clients where they are on their journey and joining with them to improve their life and grow their future.
A New kind of Help! Our goal at Peaceful Pathways is to help clients identify their strengths and believe and embrace the value of their life. We seek to create a comfortable environment where clients feel safe, accepted, and cared for. Peaceful Pathways treats a variety of emotional and behavioral issues with both counseling services and medication monitoring. Our staff is committed to meeting our clients where they are on their journey and joining with them to improve their life and grow their future.
(256) 670-1416 View (256) 670-1416
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Dr. Don G Brock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, DMin, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Start feeling better today. Whether you are going through a major life transition or not handling stressful circumstances well, there is help for you. If you need assistance managing issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, spiritual conflicts or creative blocks, I will provide the encouragement and help with skills to get you through these periods.
Start feeling better today. Whether you are going through a major life transition or not handling stressful circumstances well, there is help for you. If you need assistance managing issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, spiritual conflicts or creative blocks, I will provide the encouragement and help with skills to get you through these periods.
(256) 290-0035 View (256) 290-0035
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BOLER & Associates, Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Counselor, ALC
Verified Verified
Pelham, AL 35124
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
(205) 272-5296 View (205) 272-5296
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Heather Surber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, AL 35758
If the events of the last year have taught us anything, it's that life DOES throw us curve balls. All of us, at one time or another, face the unexpected, the unplanned, the challenging, which can lead to anxiety, depression and emotional distress. Even the day-to-day can lead us down that same path. Being equipped with resiliency and effective coping skills is essential to stability and overall wellness. And I would love to help you get there!
If the events of the last year have taught us anything, it's that life DOES throw us curve balls. All of us, at one time or another, face the unexpected, the unplanned, the challenging, which can lead to anxiety, depression and emotional distress. Even the day-to-day can lead us down that same path. Being equipped with resiliency and effective coping skills is essential to stability and overall wellness. And I would love to help you get there!
(256) 223-9855 View (256) 223-9855
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Amber Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36606
My goal in counseling is to help people overcome their difficult issues in their life, reach their goals, and become happier and more balanced individuals. I use a variety of therapies including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and prevention approaches to help the patient individually. I have worked extensively with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, military life issues, and health-related concerns. I have been a counselor for over 15 years.
My goal in counseling is to help people overcome their difficult issues in their life, reach their goals, and become happier and more balanced individuals. I use a variety of therapies including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and prevention approaches to help the patient individually. I have worked extensively with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, military life issues, and health-related concerns. I have been a counselor for over 15 years.
(251) 235-5285 View (251) 235-5285
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Kalhil I Franklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCISW
Verified Verified
Madison, AL 35758
My motivation is to uplift people in their time of need, while empowering them to become stable and successful contributors to society.
My motivation is to uplift people in their time of need, while empowering them to become stable and successful contributors to society.
(256) 272-4375 View (256) 272-4375
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Jordan Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NBCC
Verified Verified
Piedmont, AL 36272
Weekend and Evening Appointments available. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults undergoing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and relational difficulties. I approach therapy with the understanding that each child and family is unique; therefore, I tailor my approach to best meet each client's individual needs and challenges.
Weekend and Evening Appointments available. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults undergoing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and relational difficulties. I approach therapy with the understanding that each child and family is unique; therefore, I tailor my approach to best meet each client's individual needs and challenges.
(256) 475-0249 View (256) 475-0249
Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. 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 positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.