Therapists in Birmingham, AL

I am a licensed psychologist in New York and Alabama. I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, and families. I specialize in treating ADHD and disruptive behavior disorders, early childhood behavior problems, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. I offer individual and family therapy, parenting support, and diagnostic assessments. I am also available for consultations.

Do you feel lost and as though you have no one to turn to? Are your fears of being judged and misunderstood preventing you from reaching out for help? Do you struggle to open up to people and feel as though you have to hide your true self out of fear of being misunderstood or misjudged? Do you feel as though you struggle with negative thoughts about yourself and others that hold you back from building relationships? Taking the first step in acknowledging that you need support along your healing journey can be difficult and scary.

I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to come sit on my couch and tell me what is going on. My approach to therapy follows the idea that everyone has a toolkit that is always accessible to them. Therapy is a means to add new tools, sharpen existing ones, and shed old tools we no longer need that weigh us down within our accessible toolkit. I, therefore, aim to align my understanding of your life to find a holistic means to help you to the best of your abilities. I am accepting of all walks of life and any needs specific to your individual lived in experiences.

At Mind, Body & Heart Wellness Clinic our shared goal is to provide an integrative approach to counseling that assists you in finding your optimal mental, emotional, spiritual, and sexual health. MBH Wellness is comprised of multiple licensed therapists who specialize in and are passionate about a wide range of mental health concerns. We addresses the relational, cognitive, emotional, sexual, physical, cultural, and socio-economic factors impacting your wellbeing. When you are paired with a therapist that fits your unique needs, positive change is a logical consequence!

Are you an adult with autism or believe you might have autism? Does life feel like a struggle? Many of my clients have ADHD or autism, which makes it trickier to deal with everyday life. Add to that problems like anxiety, depression, or trauma, and it can seem overwhelming. You may struggle with relationships, sexuality, employment, or making sense of your own feelings and reactions. I work with adults who need support with these and other issues. You can learn to cope, heal, and understand yourself better. I’ll help you find your natural strengths and create a life that’s more meaningful and fun.

My sole purpose as a counselor is to help people. If you are dissatisfied with how things are going in your life, I am here to help you determine steps you can take to change that. I typically take a solution-focused approach to therapy, which is collaborative, practical, and goal-driven. YOU are the most important part of our relationship and, together, we will develop a plan that best helps you reach your goals. You can expect me to be honest, supportive, accepting, and thought provoking. You can also expect me to actively listen to you and provide feedback.

Do you find yourself concerned about your mental well-being due to depression, anxiety, a mood disorder, self-harm, or poor performance at school or work? Are you struggling with how to manage your emotions or mental health? My goal is to help guide my clients as a supportive team-member in their therapeutic journey and help assist families with making their relationships stronger. I like to cater my therapeutic approach for my clients based on their narrative and develop coping skills to help manage their challenges based on their specific needs.

“Am I broken?” This is a question that many of us ask ourselves when our lives become filled with suffering. It often arises after an experience leaves us struggling to return to normal or causes chaos to become our new normal. It's something considered after comparing ourselves to the people around us, friends, family, colleagues and seeing our differences. It is something we wonder when unending worry robs our life of joy or when overwhelming sadness and mental fog obscure the possibility of anything better. In actuality we do not break and within our misery we will find the tools needed to build ourselves a life worth living.

There is no better time than the present to make changes. Are you tired of not making the most of your life? Is parenting, life changes, stress, or negativity making life harder? I sincerely believe that people want to make positive changes in their lives but oftentimes do not know where to start. Because some people may be apprehensive about starting counseling, I work to create an atmosphere that is non-judgmental. In addition, I strive to build a partnership with the client by understanding what they want to work on and how we can tackle that together.

I am committed to helping individuals facing adversity find peace and reach their therapeutic goals within their unique contexts. My work focuses on providing accessible counseling services that draw from various therapeutic modalities, with a special interest in working with neurodiverse individuals and the queer community. I believe in helping clients navigate their emotional and psychological challenges in a client-centered and validating manner, regardless of their background. I see myself as a guide, not a teacher, recognizing that clients are the experts in their own lived experiences.

Here's the tea, ready? "come in close" Life can suck! You're exhausted to get out of bed, especially after staying up last night in worry. You look in the mirror in disgust at what you see. You hate going to work because you feel unappreciated and burned out. You may be thinking "why even care?" and can later turn to "I dont care." You feel like you're a pain to friends and family. You wonder why your child has a hard time paying attention at school and meltdowns at home. You want emotional support from your partner. You want the pain to go away, this nightmare to end. Life can suck, but not for long.

Have you ever wondered where that anger comes from, or why you can't seem to shake that feeling of guilt or self-deception that keeps getting the best of you? My approach centers around understanding where we get our anxiety and how we can work to create a better sense of calm in our lives. Every person struggles throughout their life to hold onto the positive relationships and the warmth and belonging of their families, but sometimes life throws us so many curves that we swing and swing until we're hot with rage or blue with sadness.

We each have our individual struggles which can prevent us from moving forward in our lives. Do you deal with overwhelming feelings of anxiety, guilt, or shame? Do you struggle with your identity or self-esteem? Are you looking to learn more about yourself and find ways that you can live life more authentically and with less fear? I'm here to assist you in identifying those unique needs and constructing a plan that enhances your strengths while supporting you to make the changes you want in life. I'm a therapist who values transparency. I want my clients to feel they never have to guess what I'm thinking.

Are you or your child struggling with feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Do you have bad days that just don't seem to go away? Maybe you feel like nobody is listening? Is your child experiencing challenges at home or school? Are you starting college and working on learning who you are as a person? Whatever you may be experiencing in life, you are not alone! Reaching out for help can be scary - I know. It is so important to me that my clients & their families feel valued, seen, & heard. I strive to create a safe & healing environment to allow my clients the ability to express themselves. I have worked with clients from age three and up.

Are you tired of constantly working on yourself? Have you been told the best you can do is learn to "cope better" with your illness or your "issues"? Does the idea of delving into the details of your problems in a therapy session turn your stomach? What if it was ALL just an innocent misunderstanding? My passion in life is to serve others by clearing up this simple misunderstanding and pointing people towards their innate source of wisdom, clarity, and common sense.

Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Struggling to cope? It is my goal to help individuals and couples find stability and consistency. I specialize in Men's Issues, Anxiety, LGBT+, and Couples looking for a nonjudgemental perspective.

Now accepting new clients. I strive to create a comfortable space, working with my clients to help them make positive changes. I respect the individuality of each person and the uniqueness of your life experiences and personal struggles. I am affirming of all sexualities and gender identities. It is my belief that you do not have to face your struggles alone. My counseling experience includes working with concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, sexuality and gender, trauma, relationships, and life transitions.

Though vulnerability is often uncomfortable, nothing is as painful as feeling disconnected from the life you want to lead. I am a Certified Daring Way (TM) Facilitator and often integrate Brene Brown's work on shame-resiliency, vulnerability, belonging, self-compassion, and courage into therapy sessions. I am also a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and have significant experience helping individuals and families work toward recovery from an eating disorder (and related issues).

I enjoy working with individuals struggling with substance use, trauma, homelessness, adjustment issues, and suicidal ideation. I’ve worked with clients in several stages of life including adolescents and adults who come from a variety of different backgrounds. I currently specialize in working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community with a focus on gender identity.