Psychodynamic Therapists in Trussville, AL

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Dr. Caitlin Wolford Clevenger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Trussville, AL 35173
Are you successful in your career but still unhappy? Or are you questioning whether your relationship is still right for you? If you are struggling to live the life you want, now is the time to act and seek therapy. I work with adults struggling with their identity (e.g., in career, parenting, sexuality, gender, relationships). I help people get in touch with their own needs/wants, recover from trauma and other origins of pain, and find a way to live freely as themselves. My approach focuses not only on knowing yourself better but taking action to live in alignment with what really matters to you.
Are you successful in your career but still unhappy? Or are you questioning whether your relationship is still right for you? If you are struggling to live the life you want, now is the time to act and seek therapy. I work with adults struggling with their identity (e.g., in career, parenting, sexuality, gender, relationships). I help people get in touch with their own needs/wants, recover from trauma and other origins of pain, and find a way to live freely as themselves. My approach focuses not only on knowing yourself better but taking action to live in alignment with what really matters to you.
(205) 827-5190 View (205) 827-5190

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Broken To Art Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215  (Online Only)
As a counselor, I believe meeting an individual where they are is a vital part of providing best practice. With over seven years of experience assisting individuals, families, child/adolescents, and teens with a wide range of socials/personal relationships, emotional/trauma, behavioral/crisis, substance abuse, mental health issues, and many other concerns. I think that every person has the skills, abilities, and strengths to overcome and or learn to cope with any problem they may be experiencing, with a little help.
As a counselor, I believe meeting an individual where they are is a vital part of providing best practice. With over seven years of experience assisting individuals, families, child/adolescents, and teens with a wide range of socials/personal relationships, emotional/trauma, behavioral/crisis, substance abuse, mental health issues, and many other concerns. I think that every person has the skills, abilities, and strengths to overcome and or learn to cope with any problem they may be experiencing, with a little help.
(205) 224-0690 View (205) 224-0690
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Monique Johnson-Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, RPT-S, CCBT, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35210
Mrs. Johnson-Hill is committed to supporting individuals and families through a comprehensive approach. She strongly believes that, with the appropriate resources, everyone can achieve their fullest potential and is dedicated to ensuring they receive the utmost quality of service to make that possible. Her focus is on promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and the broader community by providing education, intervention, effective treatment, and prevention.
Mrs. Johnson-Hill is committed to supporting individuals and families through a comprehensive approach. She strongly believes that, with the appropriate resources, everyone can achieve their fullest potential and is dedicated to ensuring they receive the utmost quality of service to make that possible. Her focus is on promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and the broader community by providing education, intervention, effective treatment, and prevention.
(205) 379-6240 View (205) 379-6240
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Charles Jay Whetsell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35206
My orientation is towards helping clients experience at the deepest level possible those beliefs and emotional stances which color every moment of their lives, even if unconsciously, and which give rise to the variety of circumstances and interactions of daily life. "Problems" are viewed in the context of the whole life, and seen as signs that a once-creative solution is now blocking the full expression of vitality, meaning, and one's most fundamental nature. Change is possible only on the foundation of a precise and honest experience of oneself marked by warmth and acceptance.
My orientation is towards helping clients experience at the deepest level possible those beliefs and emotional stances which color every moment of their lives, even if unconsciously, and which give rise to the variety of circumstances and interactions of daily life. "Problems" are viewed in the context of the whole life, and seen as signs that a once-creative solution is now blocking the full expression of vitality, meaning, and one's most fundamental nature. Change is possible only on the foundation of a precise and honest experience of oneself marked by warmth and acceptance.
(205) 928-8424 View (205) 928-8424
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Karen Black Bluestein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35210
My primary focus is with adults ages 18-75 who have experienced trauma including sexual, physical and emotional abuse as well as trauma that is relative to the particular clients personal experiences. I will also see older teenagers with trauma related issues. Other focus areas include treating adults ages 18-75 with eating and addiction issues, depression and anxiety, issues relating to divorce or family system challenges.
My primary focus is with adults ages 18-75 who have experienced trauma including sexual, physical and emotional abuse as well as trauma that is relative to the particular clients personal experiences. I will also see older teenagers with trauma related issues. Other focus areas include treating adults ages 18-75 with eating and addiction issues, depression and anxiety, issues relating to divorce or family system challenges.
(205) 502-2587 View (205) 502-2587
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Isaac Cruz
Associate Licensed Counselor, MS, ALC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35206
Life can be hard at times. I'm ready to help you navigate through the ups and downs of your everyday life. There is a season in everything, no matter what season you are going through there is a purpose for you. Feeling overwhelmed by different stressors in life? Are you having relationship problems? I can walk through these areas with you and together we can find a solution to those problems. I like connecting with different types of individuals, and as a minority, I can focus on different cultural issues.
Life can be hard at times. I'm ready to help you navigate through the ups and downs of your everyday life. There is a season in everything, no matter what season you are going through there is a purpose for you. Feeling overwhelmed by different stressors in life? Are you having relationship problems? I can walk through these areas with you and together we can find a solution to those problems. I like connecting with different types of individuals, and as a minority, I can focus on different cultural issues.
(205) 273-5415 View (205) 273-5415
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Jennifer Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35215
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.
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.
(205) 622-1112 View (205) 622-1112
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Let's Talk Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CATP
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35210
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? My counseling and life coaching services are here to help. Tailored to support individuals, families, and couples, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools for overcoming obstacles and embracing positive change. With a holistic approach, I draw from diverse therapeutic techniques and personal coaching strategies to address your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll uncover insights, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a life of purpose and fulfillment. Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, career decisions, or self-discovery, I'm here to walk alongside you, guiding you
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? My counseling and life coaching services are here to help. Tailored to support individuals, families, and couples, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools for overcoming obstacles and embracing positive change. With a holistic approach, I draw from diverse therapeutic techniques and personal coaching strategies to address your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll uncover insights, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a life of purpose and fulfillment. Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, career decisions, or self-discovery, I'm here to walk alongside you, guiding you
(205) 772-1570 View (205) 772-1570
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Kathy Burton Avsar
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35235
Relationship is the most healing aspect of the counseling process. So that is the first thing we need to talk about. Do we click? Do you feel like you can talk with me about your sadness, your anger, your fear?
Relationship is the most healing aspect of the counseling process. So that is the first thing we need to talk about. Do we click? Do you feel like you can talk with me about your sadness, your anger, your fear?
(205) 302-7464 View (205) 302-7464
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Peggy Hobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leeds, AL 35094
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.
(205) 843-1112 View (205) 843-1112
Alan Blotcky Phd Llc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35210
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I see children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in psychological testing and diagnostic evaluations. I do evaluations for depression, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, behavior problems, learning disorders, and others. I do evaluations in divorce, child custody, criminal, elder competency, personal injury, and other cases. I collaborate with doctors, lawyers, and other mental health professionals.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I see children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in psychological testing and diagnostic evaluations. I do evaluations for depression, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, behavior problems, learning disorders, and others. I do evaluations in divorce, child custody, criminal, elder competency, personal injury, and other cases. I collaborate with doctors, lawyers, and other mental health professionals.
(205) 509-4258 View (205) 509-4258
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Samantha Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCMHC, NCC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35235  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
The challenges that are presented in your life can greatly affect the quality of your life. I assist individuals in finding direction by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in trauma and dissociative symptoms and work with the LGBTQ+, transgender, gender expressive, sex worker, consensual non-monogamy, and kink communities. My approach to counseling is to meet you where you are and work together to meet collaborative treatment goals.
The challenges that are presented in your life can greatly affect the quality of your life. I assist individuals in finding direction by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in trauma and dissociative symptoms and work with the LGBTQ+, transgender, gender expressive, sex worker, consensual non-monogamy, and kink communities. My approach to counseling is to meet you where you are and work together to meet collaborative treatment goals.
(205) 583-1765 View (205) 583-1765

Online Therapists

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Gwenette Barron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(205) 584-0732 View (205) 584-0732
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Nicole Hill, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cahaba Heights, AL 35243
I have solid clinical training in both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic methods, allowing me to tailor my therapeutic approach to a client's specific presenting problem and treatment goals.
Life inevitably will present challenges and along with them, opportunities for personal growth. As a therapist, I assist individuals in locating their internal compass, so that they can better navigate through life's obstacles. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgemental environment, where I work collaboratively with the client to discover their strengths, along with what may be holding them back from achieving their full emotional and interpersonal potential. Through this therapeutic process, clients can gain insight and move forward in new and more fulfilling ways.
I have solid clinical training in both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic methods, allowing me to tailor my therapeutic approach to a client's specific presenting problem and treatment goals.
Life inevitably will present challenges and along with them, opportunities for personal growth. As a therapist, I assist individuals in locating their internal compass, so that they can better navigate through life's obstacles. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgemental environment, where I work collaboratively with the client to discover their strengths, along with what may be holding them back from achieving their full emotional and interpersonal potential. Through this therapeutic process, clients can gain insight and move forward in new and more fulfilling ways.
(205) 479-3847 View (205) 479-3847
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Kendall Saunders
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ALC, NBCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35801
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in trauma-informed psychodynamic therapy, and I am trained in EMDR; providing a holistic, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual client.
Hi, I'm Kendall, an associate licensed counselor in the Huntsville area and I'm glad you are here. Brene Brown once shared that, "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” I believe that therapy provides a supported place to explore our story for the purpose of wholeness and healing.
I specialize in trauma-informed psychodynamic therapy, and I am trained in EMDR; providing a holistic, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual client.
Hi, I'm Kendall, an associate licensed counselor in the Huntsville area and I'm glad you are here. Brene Brown once shared that, "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” I believe that therapy provides a supported place to explore our story for the purpose of wholeness and healing.
(256) 626-6389 View (256) 626-6389
Photo of Jennifer Maddox, Licensed Professional Counselor in Trussville, AL
Jennifer Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(205) 898-5269 View (205) 898-5269
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Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW-S, PIP, CAM-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, AL 36106
I draw from a wide variety of psychodynamic, family systems, and attachment-based theories to develop evidence-based treatment plans customized to meet the need of each client.
Thank you for visiting Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC. I am Dr. Stephanie Lett. My profession is much more than a tool for me to earn a livelihood-it is my passion. With an extensive background in child welfare, counseling, consultation, life coaching, and the observance of resources needed for underprivileged families and services for behaviorally challenged youth, I founded Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services. We have several therapists awaiting to help you! We are licensed in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and Florida.
I draw from a wide variety of psychodynamic, family systems, and attachment-based theories to develop evidence-based treatment plans customized to meet the need of each client.
Thank you for visiting Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC. I am Dr. Stephanie Lett. My profession is much more than a tool for me to earn a livelihood-it is my passion. With an extensive background in child welfare, counseling, consultation, life coaching, and the observance of resources needed for underprivileged families and services for behaviorally challenged youth, I founded Love Out Loud Counseling and Consulting Services. We have several therapists awaiting to help you! We are licensed in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and Florida.
(205) 775-6037 View (205) 775-6037
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Rachel Copeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
Psychodynamic and attachment theories inform the bulk of my therapeutic work.
We all face difficult experiences that can seem unmanageable. You may be struggling with anxiety or depression or with old or new trauma. Perhaps your closest relationships have become a source of stress instead of a source of comfort. Maybe you are experiencing grief and loss. Going through these experiences results in a decline in your general well-being and happiness. My approach offers an in-depth understanding of your struggles to make long lasting changes in your life and relationships.
Psychodynamic and attachment theories inform the bulk of my therapeutic work.
We all face difficult experiences that can seem unmanageable. You may be struggling with anxiety or depression or with old or new trauma. Perhaps your closest relationships have become a source of stress instead of a source of comfort. Maybe you are experiencing grief and loss. Going through these experiences results in a decline in your general well-being and happiness. My approach offers an in-depth understanding of your struggles to make long lasting changes in your life and relationships.
(205) 286-3377 View (205) 286-3377
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Dan Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
In my work, I rely mostly on Mindfulness Meditation, Cognitive Based Mindfulness Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Psychodynamic Interventions .
I work with clients who feel disconnected from others, themselves or life. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, including anxiety caused by trauma, whether it happened recently, in your far past, or both. Psychotherapy starts with the personal connection, so the first step is finding the therapist that is right for you. Once that is achieved, therapy can become a collaborative effort of determining goals, obstacles to reaching those goals, and the best paths forward. Ultimately, finding a therapist that you connect with is the biggest predictor of growth in therapy.
In my work, I rely mostly on Mindfulness Meditation, Cognitive Based Mindfulness Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Psychodynamic Interventions .
I work with clients who feel disconnected from others, themselves or life. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, including anxiety caused by trauma, whether it happened recently, in your far past, or both. Psychotherapy starts with the personal connection, so the first step is finding the therapist that is right for you. Once that is achieved, therapy can become a collaborative effort of determining goals, obstacles to reaching those goals, and the best paths forward. Ultimately, finding a therapist that you connect with is the biggest predictor of growth in therapy.
(205) 619-8312 View (205) 619-8312
Photo of Caroline Veazey, Licensed Professional Counselor in Trussville, AL
Caroline Veazey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Vestavia, AL 35243  (Online Only)
I am trained in the psychodynamic method through New York University (B.
I am currently virtual only -- I am in Birmingham sporadically. Alongside our struggles are our strengths--strengths that could be hidden in the midst of anxiety, depression, relationships, perfectionism, and more. What we need most when we’re struggling is empathy, affirmation, and collaboration--to feel heard, understood, and not alone. Through therapy together, I will establish the nonjudgmental, supportive space you need to explore your challenges, introducing and reminding you of the strength you have to move forward.
I am trained in the psychodynamic method through New York University (B.
I am currently virtual only -- I am in Birmingham sporadically. Alongside our struggles are our strengths--strengths that could be hidden in the midst of anxiety, depression, relationships, perfectionism, and more. What we need most when we’re struggling is empathy, affirmation, and collaboration--to feel heard, understood, and not alone. Through therapy together, I will establish the nonjudgmental, supportive space you need to explore your challenges, introducing and reminding you of the strength you have to move forward.
(205) 273-5605 View (205) 273-5605

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Psychodynamic Therapists

Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?

Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?

Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?

Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.