Anxiety Therapists in Mountain Brook, AL

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Dr. Kathy Farley-Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Are you stressed, anxious, grieving, or simply in need of a confidant that is professionally equipped with the tools to help you navigate the highs and lows of life? Our world is ever-changing and I would love to accompany you on your mental wellness journey! Everyday, we are faced with situations and challenges that require us to consider seeking advice or assistance from others. Just as we are advised to seek periodic care from physicians to maintain optimum physical health, scheduling an appointment to assess our mental health should also be prioritized.
Are you stressed, anxious, grieving, or simply in need of a confidant that is professionally equipped with the tools to help you navigate the highs and lows of life? Our world is ever-changing and I would love to accompany you on your mental wellness journey! Everyday, we are faced with situations and challenges that require us to consider seeking advice or assistance from others. Just as we are advised to seek periodic care from physicians to maintain optimum physical health, scheduling an appointment to assess our mental health should also be prioritized.
(205) 859-5891 View (205) 859-5891
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Dan Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
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.
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
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Lisa Keane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Everyone has a story to tell and everyone needs to learn how to know and tell their story more fully. Do you want to know how to tell your story more fully? Does your story cause you to feel anxious? Are you struggling to make sense of life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? As Maya Angelou says “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. I would love to work with you.
Everyone has a story to tell and everyone needs to learn how to know and tell their story more fully. Do you want to know how to tell your story more fully? Does your story cause you to feel anxious? Are you struggling to make sense of life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? As Maya Angelou says “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. I would love to work with you.
(205) 990-6505 View (205) 990-6505
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Kylie Howell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC, CLC, RYT
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223  (Online Only)
Let's face it - life can be tough! Maybe you're anxious, depressed, stressed, or just plain worn out from dealing with this fast-paced world. Is a piece of you crying out for change and feels like there has to be more to life than "this?" There is! By working together, we will ignite your strengths, uncover your authentic inner wisdom, and support you as you learn to embrace the amazing person you already are. I offer a safe space for you to untangle from the patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that leave you feeling drained. We will work together to deepen self-compassion, explore underlying issues, and ways to live your best life.
Let's face it - life can be tough! Maybe you're anxious, depressed, stressed, or just plain worn out from dealing with this fast-paced world. Is a piece of you crying out for change and feels like there has to be more to life than "this?" There is! By working together, we will ignite your strengths, uncover your authentic inner wisdom, and support you as you learn to embrace the amazing person you already are. I offer a safe space for you to untangle from the patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that leave you feeling drained. We will work together to deepen self-compassion, explore underlying issues, and ways to live your best life.
(205) 619-1436 View (205) 619-1436
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Lucy Graves Hollis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
I can also help with more specific concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and the effects of trauma.
Counseling is much more than problem solving. It's an opportunity to acknowledge your strengths and build on them to help prepare for life's challenges, big and small. I believe that first and foremost, successful counseling is built on trust and connection. Many people who struggle are reluctant to reach out. If you are seeking help you've taken an important first step.
I can also help with more specific concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and the effects of trauma.
Counseling is much more than problem solving. It's an opportunity to acknowledge your strengths and build on them to help prepare for life's challenges, big and small. I believe that first and foremost, successful counseling is built on trust and connection. Many people who struggle are reluctant to reach out. If you are seeking help you've taken an important first step.
(205) 289-1037 View (205) 289-1037
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Debby Shunnarah
Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
If you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems or relationship conflict, you're not alone. I specialize in working with people like yourself who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or less than while navigating life - young adulthood, marriage, parenting, trauma and loss - and who are searching for unconditional support and a professional perspective. I’m passionate about helping people identify their strengths and build resiliency that will result in improved emotions, better coping skills and more fulfilling relationships. By taking this first step, you're on your way towards personal growth and healing.
If you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems or relationship conflict, you're not alone. I specialize in working with people like yourself who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or less than while navigating life - young adulthood, marriage, parenting, trauma and loss - and who are searching for unconditional support and a professional perspective. I’m passionate about helping people identify their strengths and build resiliency that will result in improved emotions, better coping skills and more fulfilling relationships. By taking this first step, you're on your way towards personal growth and healing.
(205) 202-1143 View (205) 202-1143
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Amanda Reid
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
My focus is in developing positive cognitive behavioral practices that target and address specific thinking patterns thereby assisting clients in building a structure and foundation for addressing anxiety and depression as it presents.
Life is hard! We all need support at times for various reasons. Good for you for seeking out that support for yourself. The only way to really love others through ‘their mess’ is to first learn to love ourselves through our own. My hope is to reach you where you are and uplift you through open communication and affirming sessions that assist you towards self-actualization. I am here as a facilitator if you’re searching for a safe and comforting place to land. I hope to be given the opportunity to help you achieve your goal of a healthier version of self!
My focus is in developing positive cognitive behavioral practices that target and address specific thinking patterns thereby assisting clients in building a structure and foundation for addressing anxiety and depression as it presents.
Life is hard! We all need support at times for various reasons. Good for you for seeking out that support for yourself. The only way to really love others through ‘their mess’ is to first learn to love ourselves through our own. My hope is to reach you where you are and uplift you through open communication and affirming sessions that assist you towards self-actualization. I am here as a facilitator if you’re searching for a safe and comforting place to land. I hope to be given the opportunity to help you achieve your goal of a healthier version of self!
(205) 273-5185 View (205) 273-5185
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Amy Hutto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223  (Online Only)
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, families and teens who are seeking to find relief from depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, grief, relational conflicts and emotional distress.
Life can be hard, but you don’t have to struggle alone. Every season of life brings with it a mixture of joy and pain as well as unique challenges and uncharted emotions. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unequipped or just in need of support and acceptance in a non-judgmental environment, you have come to the right place. I believe a safe and comfortable therapy environment in which you feel understood, respected and valued provides the best place for you to receive objective feedback to move toward growth. My counseling style is engaging, warm and client-focused with an approach that combines CBT and solution-focused therapy.
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, families and teens who are seeking to find relief from depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, grief, relational conflicts and emotional distress.
Life can be hard, but you don’t have to struggle alone. Every season of life brings with it a mixture of joy and pain as well as unique challenges and uncharted emotions. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unequipped or just in need of support and acceptance in a non-judgmental environment, you have come to the right place. I believe a safe and comfortable therapy environment in which you feel understood, respected and valued provides the best place for you to receive objective feedback to move toward growth. My counseling style is engaging, warm and client-focused with an approach that combines CBT and solution-focused therapy.
(205) 590-5736 View (205) 590-5736
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Jessica Grogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
There is no shortage of reasons one might begin the search for counseling. You might be experiencing anxiety and depression. You could be dealing with loss and grief. Perhaps you are going through a season of change or struggling to navigate a relationship. You might simply be looking to grow in your mental health. Whether you know exactly what is going on or you need help figuring it out, seeking out counseling is a brave step. Counseling offers a safe place to take the many parts of our lives and piece them together to make a clearer picture.
There is no shortage of reasons one might begin the search for counseling. You might be experiencing anxiety and depression. You could be dealing with loss and grief. Perhaps you are going through a season of change or struggling to navigate a relationship. You might simply be looking to grow in your mental health. Whether you know exactly what is going on or you need help figuring it out, seeking out counseling is a brave step. Counseling offers a safe place to take the many parts of our lives and piece them together to make a clearer picture.
(205) 890-2549 View (205) 890-2549
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Breeanna Fout
Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, sadness, school issues, social anxiety, low self-esteem, or any other challenges, you've come to the right place. I am a dedicated Child Therapist specializing in working with children of all ages, from toddlers to teens, to navigate the complex journey of growing up. For me, therapy is a safe and nurturing space where young minds can explore their emotions, cultivate coping skills, and build resilience.
Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, sadness, school issues, social anxiety, low self-esteem, or any other challenges, you've come to the right place. I am a dedicated Child Therapist specializing in working with children of all ages, from toddlers to teens, to navigate the complex journey of growing up. For me, therapy is a safe and nurturing space where young minds can explore their emotions, cultivate coping skills, and build resilience.
(205) 984-2567 View (205) 984-2567
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Andrea N Hendricks PhD LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
I work with individuals who want to talk to someone in a safe, confidential, encouraging setting. I see adults, adolescents, and couples working through a wide range of issues. Specifically, I see individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive issues, pain management, or weight management. A lot of my clients are dealing with life transitions and many are needing to make major life decisions. I also work with those who have typical life stressors in work, school, or home and find it extremely helpful to use therapy as a way to maintain positive mental health.
I work with individuals who want to talk to someone in a safe, confidential, encouraging setting. I see adults, adolescents, and couples working through a wide range of issues. Specifically, I see individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive issues, pain management, or weight management. A lot of my clients are dealing with life transitions and many are needing to make major life decisions. I also work with those who have typical life stressors in work, school, or home and find it extremely helpful to use therapy as a way to maintain positive mental health.
(205) 523-8511 View (205) 523-8511
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Ashley Yeager
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Is your life filled with stress and worries? Are you struggling with past or recent hurts? Does it feel like your family or relationships are in disarray? Have you noticed parenting is not easy? Add in aspects such as anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, neglect, etc. and life can feel overwhelming. Sometimes we are worried about seeking help or don't know where to start. Therapy is a step toward healing and hope for change.
Is your life filled with stress and worries? Are you struggling with past or recent hurts? Does it feel like your family or relationships are in disarray? Have you noticed parenting is not easy? Add in aspects such as anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, neglect, etc. and life can feel overwhelming. Sometimes we are worried about seeking help or don't know where to start. Therapy is a step toward healing and hope for change.
(659) 200-6192 View (659) 200-6192
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Kim Olson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
I have years of experience helping people process and recover from anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions.
I work with people who are seeking relief from unhelpful thoughts, behaviors, or feelings that are disrupting their life and can lead to over-functioning on a daily basis to compensate. This over-compensating can leave you feeling anxious, empty, hopeless, and disconnected from yourself and others. If you would like to reclaim your energy and sense of control within, I can help.
I have years of experience helping people process and recover from anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions.
I work with people who are seeking relief from unhelpful thoughts, behaviors, or feelings that are disrupting their life and can lead to over-functioning on a daily basis to compensate. This over-compensating can leave you feeling anxious, empty, hopeless, and disconnected from yourself and others. If you would like to reclaim your energy and sense of control within, I can help.
(205) 619-8975 View (205) 619-8975
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Chuck Duer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
I can be helpful to folks with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and grief experiences, addiction and co-dependency issues, parenting difficulties, sexual concerns, and career challenges. I work to establish a place where people can disclose and pursue their most personal challenges openly and truthfully. I understand the complex nature of these experiences and help individuals to improve their experiences in multiple areas of life. I have worked with persons who come from a wide expanse of socioeconomic status, sexual orientations, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
I can be helpful to folks with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and grief experiences, addiction and co-dependency issues, parenting difficulties, sexual concerns, and career challenges. I work to establish a place where people can disclose and pursue their most personal challenges openly and truthfully. I understand the complex nature of these experiences and help individuals to improve their experiences in multiple areas of life. I have worked with persons who come from a wide expanse of socioeconomic status, sexual orientations, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
(659) 222-5971 View (659) 222-5971
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William Weathers
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35213
My ideal client is someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or feeling stuck in life, yet they are open-minded and motivated for personal growth. They seek relief from their emotional difficulties and desire to lead a more fulfilling life. They want to understand themselves better, learn coping strategies, and build resilience to navigate life's challenges. Ultimately, they aspire to cultivate greater happiness, fulfillment, and purpose in their lives.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or feeling stuck in life, yet they are open-minded and motivated for personal growth. They seek relief from their emotional difficulties and desire to lead a more fulfilling life. They want to understand themselves better, learn coping strategies, and build resilience to navigate life's challenges. Ultimately, they aspire to cultivate greater happiness, fulfillment, and purpose in their lives.
(334) 453-5673 View (334) 453-5673
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Greg Evans
Counselor, MDiv, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
I am the first person in Tuscaloosa to offer MCN Neurofeedback as well as EMDR, a phenomenal modality used to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD.
Down To Earth Counseling is a professional and caring environment for all who need help getting through life that can be painful and confusing. Greg has extensive training and experience working with anxiety, trauma, and family and relational challenges. He works with diverse populations, including victims of rape, incest, and combat -related PTSD. He works with issues including depression, fears/phobias, religious beliefs, and anger/unforgiveness. He offers premarital therapy, and works with couples in crisis. Finally, Greg walks through life with many "plain old people with plain old problems."
I am the first person in Tuscaloosa to offer MCN Neurofeedback as well as EMDR, a phenomenal modality used to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD.
Down To Earth Counseling is a professional and caring environment for all who need help getting through life that can be painful and confusing. Greg has extensive training and experience working with anxiety, trauma, and family and relational challenges. He works with diverse populations, including victims of rape, incest, and combat -related PTSD. He works with issues including depression, fears/phobias, religious beliefs, and anger/unforgiveness. He offers premarital therapy, and works with couples in crisis. Finally, Greg walks through life with many "plain old people with plain old problems."
(205) 610-9974 View (205) 610-9974
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Melissa Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
(205) 358-4226 View (205) 358-4226
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Wayne William (Bill) Krug
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35213
I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy. My areas of expertise include working with depression, panic and anxiety disorders, premarital and marital counseling, ADHD, and problems of childhood and adolescence. I also do testing to assess ADHD and learning disabilities.
I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy. My areas of expertise include working with depression, panic and anxiety disorders, premarital and marital counseling, ADHD, and problems of childhood and adolescence. I also do testing to assess ADHD and learning disabilities.
(205) 649-3936 View (205) 649-3936
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Parker Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Most of us suffer adversity during our lifespan! I work with clients suffering from life challenges such as anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem. If you are suffering from any of these challenges, maybe it is time to take a different approach. If your current coping skills are not working, now is the time to request some assistance.
Most of us suffer adversity during our lifespan! I work with clients suffering from life challenges such as anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem. If you are suffering from any of these challenges, maybe it is time to take a different approach. If your current coping skills are not working, now is the time to request some assistance.
(205) 379-6290 View (205) 379-6290
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David E. Myers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
(205) 216-5042 View (205) 216-5042

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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.