Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Birmingham, AL

Are you ready to begin working towards your most fulfilling and satisfying life? You may feel stressed and overwhelmed with the responsibilities of everyday life. You may struggle with really connecting with others in relationships or you may be feeling you are inadequate in some way. I practice client-centered therapy and believe you are the expert in your own life. I would like to partner with you on your journey towards healing and self-actualization. You may have experienced hurts in your life that you would like to work through or understand better. You may benefit from assistance with stress management and healthy coping.

I believe it takes bravery and strength to commit to confronting your most difficult challenges. Reaching out for help can be scary. My role as your therapist is to help you face and overcome your fears. It is important for me to create a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for all my clients. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Accepting New Clients! Virtual appointments only! My ideal client is someone who seeks personal growth and a deeper understanding of themselves. They might be facing challenges related to depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, or unhealthy relationships. Their needs revolve around finding coping strategies and building resilience. Their primary goal is to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life, free from limiting beliefs and emotional barriers. They want to develop healthier relationships and gain clarity about their purpose and identity, ultimately striving for lasting positive changes.

I provide individual counseling services to all over the age of 12. When I have a teenager under age 14, I work with parents also in separate sessions. As a former teacher, I have insights about navigating the world of school. I also welcome adults dealing with codependency, grief and issues stemming from growing up in a dysfunctional home. Furthermore, I have experience with recovery from substance abuse, and would welcome anyone in IOP or sober living situations.

I am equipped to work with individuals who may have personality disorders, suicidal ideation, depression, and/or self-harm. However, I operate from the perspective that the client is the expert. It is my job to empower their autonomy, meaning, and hope already within them. As you color the room, I hope to make the space safe enough to make observations about your values, not mine. What is important to you? What does therapy look like to you? Let us accomplish the goals you already have set out, and discover new ones together.

I desire to serve any person in need of mental health counseling across multiple areas. I want to provide affordable counseling to those in need by accepting insurance from multiple insurance providers and providing a sliding fee scale.

I have 23 years of clinical experience working with a variety of populations including women in crisis, couples, children and adolescents. I'm skilled in helping clients sort through a multitude of personal and mental health issues including depression, anxiety, adoption and infertility, substance use disorders, stage of life challenges, family conflicts, and other mood and personality disorders. I'm also proficient in helping clients navigate the trauma of childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. I happily serve clients from all backgrounds, yet have a specialized interest in the hearts and minds of Black women.

I am accepting new clients within the State of Alabama. I have experience and success treating clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, postpartum depression, relationship problems, substance use, and trauma. I work with clients to gain greater understanding of their reason for seeking therapy and foster a safe, inclusive environment that cultivates coping, growth, and healing.

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?

My priority is to offer a therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable and accepted in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I see my clients as a whole person, not as your presenting problem. It is imperative to me that you feel heard and understood. I love being a therapist and my goal is to instill hope and peace back into your life.

Are you currently struggling with depression, low-esteem, grief, anxiety, depression or just feeling loss or overwhelmed with life? The counseling services that I provide will be tailored to the needs of each individual or couples. It is my goal to ensure that each client is seen and heard with no judgment in a safe space. If you have a concern, want, or hurt, it matters, and I am committed to walking with you on your journey to a destiny of wholeness as it feels right for you.

What happened to you? This is the question that should be posed when a person decides to confront their trauma. So much of the focus is on "What is wrong with you?" that we fail to take in the traumatic events that led us here and created the issues that we now face. I take special interest in traumatic experiences that led us to be the individuals that we are today. I have extensive experience working with PTSD, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, OCD, phobias, and life transitions. I also have unique experience working with individuals with mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and MDD.

My greatest desire is that each of my clients learn through the process of therapy how to walk in freedom. Freedom from depression, anxiety and present and past issues. I believe that we are a product of our past but that healing begins when we explore that past and begin to write a new story, a healing narrative. It is my belief that a productive therapeuitc relationship begins by providing a safe place, free of judgement and full of grace for the process and ourselves.

My work as a therapist is guided by the humanist theory that people can heal and grow if they have assistance that is genuine, empathetic, and accepting. I believe that when we accept ourselves exactly as we are, then we can find the strength to change behaviors that are not serving us. The approaches I use include EMDR, dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), neurobiology, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, attachment theory, and family systems theory.

Welcome! I'm Chris, a Licensed Independent Clinical Therapist (LICSW). I sincerely believe that we can develop a solution for any reasonable challenge, and that our therapeutic healing process will require acceptance, self-awareness, and motivation for positive change. Together, we will find our path forward!

Discover hope and healing with The Mental Haven (TMH). Our practice welcomes you to a space where transformation begins. Struggling with various challenges, TMH provides support to those navigating life's complexities. People seek therapy to find relief, gain insight, and foster growth. Our practice at TMH understands these desires, offering empathetic support and evidence-based approaches. Whether it's overcoming challenges, improving relationships, or enhancing well-being. We're dedicated to helping clients achieve their unique goals, providing individualized care, resources, and unwavering support.

The lotus flower symbolizes; purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration and rebirth. Here at lotus healing that’s exactly what we will focus on during your healing journey! Lotus specializes working with teens and adults whom experience daily stressful situations including: work stress, marital concerns, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, family dynamics, school stress, bullying, post trauma, self esteem building and communication building.

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.

Let's face it, life can be challenging. If you feel like you are struggling to navigate life's obstacles, let's work together on uncovering and empowering the best version of you. My aim as your therapist is to create a safe space for discovery and healing, guiding you on a path toward inner peace and joy. I will help you unpack the complexities of life and explore how your experiences may be impacting your emotional well-being.