Marriage Counseling Therapists in Birmingham, AL
Karen Marullo, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35219
I am an individual and family therapist with over 30 years of experience in the field. I work with adults experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, marital and relationship issues, eating disorders, sexual abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder. I utilize integrative therapies that emphasize cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness strategies. My mission is to assist individuals in gaining insight about pains of the past, develop clearer views of these problems and learn to incorporate more effective coping skills that lead to a healthier and more balanced life.
I am an individual and family therapist with over 30 years of experience in the field. I work with adults experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, marital and relationship issues, eating disorders, sexual abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder. I utilize integrative therapies that emphasize cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness strategies. My mission is to assist individuals in gaining insight about pains of the past, develop clearer views of these problems and learn to incorporate more effective coping skills that lead to a healthier and more balanced life.
Kristen M Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35204
With a certification in Marriage, couples, and family counseling I am trained to assist couples and families with resolving conflicts, building healthier interpersonal relationships, and fostering more effective ways of communication.
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.
With a certification in Marriage, couples, and family counseling I am trained to assist couples and families with resolving conflicts, building healthier interpersonal relationships, and fostering more effective ways of communication.
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.
Relationships can be messy. Times can be confusing. In every life, it gets dark, lonely or just plain TOO overwhelming. You don't have to go at it alone. I have spent many years working with individuals, including adolescents and adults, couples and families. My areas of expertise include marital crises/infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, negative thinking and low self-esteem. I can help you, and you can feel hope again.
Relationships can be messy. Times can be confusing. In every life, it gets dark, lonely or just plain TOO overwhelming. You don't have to go at it alone. I have spent many years working with individuals, including adolescents and adults, couples and families. My areas of expertise include marital crises/infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, negative thinking and low self-esteem. I can help you, and you can feel hope again.
Misty Smith, PhD, LPC-S Certified Sex Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35226
Couples Counseling (Sex Therapy/Martial/Pre marital): NOT covered by insurance.
Sexual issues with you and/or your partner including sexual dysfunctions such as low libido/sexual desire discrepancy, sexual pain, ED (men), etc. can be overwhelming & difficult to navigate or even discuss. I provide a safe, judgement-free environment to process & address these struggles as well as sexual identity & alternative lifestyle issues/struggles. Also treating: Relationship/ Marital/Pre- Marital, Sexual Addiction & Anxiety/Depression related to Sexual Issues.
Couples Counseling (Sex Therapy/Martial/Pre marital): NOT covered by insurance.
Sexual issues with you and/or your partner including sexual dysfunctions such as low libido/sexual desire discrepancy, sexual pain, ED (men), etc. can be overwhelming & difficult to navigate or even discuss. I provide a safe, judgement-free environment to process & address these struggles as well as sexual identity & alternative lifestyle issues/struggles. Also treating: Relationship/ Marital/Pre- Marital, Sexual Addiction & Anxiety/Depression related to Sexual Issues.
I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy. My areas of expertise include working with depression, panic and anxiety disorders, pre marital 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, pre marital and marital counseling, ADHD, and problems of childhood and adolescence. I also do testing to assess ADHD and learning disabilities.
Lotus Healing Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35226
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.
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.
Kimberly Marable Winters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, CEAP, SAP, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35226
Areas of focus: Depression, anxiety, stress management, work-related concerns/ stress, marital/ pre marital and relationship issues, as well as, substance use disorders and addictive behaviors.
Therapist passionate about helping you make changes in your life that ultimately improve the quality of your life. Seeking to guide, educate, motivate and support you along the journey of finding the healthiest YOU possible! I seek to help people modify their responses to life experiences, change, pain and trauma. Group support is extremely beneficial so don't overlook the options presented by Coach K's Korner to address relationship issues, stress/ anxiety and spiritual growth. Text 205-960-9150 for more information.
Areas of focus: Depression, anxiety, stress management, work-related concerns/ stress, marital/ pre marital and relationship issues, as well as, substance use disorders and addictive behaviors.
Therapist passionate about helping you make changes in your life that ultimately improve the quality of your life. Seeking to guide, educate, motivate and support you along the journey of finding the healthiest YOU possible! I seek to help people modify their responses to life experiences, change, pain and trauma. Group support is extremely beneficial so don't overlook the options presented by Coach K's Korner to address relationship issues, stress/ anxiety and spiritual growth. Text 205-960-9150 for more information.
Caroline Bria
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35226
Waitlist for new clients
With specialized training in marital/pre marital issues & family dynamics my expertise is in sexual and intimacy issues, sexual anxiety, conflict, communication, infidelity, boundary setting, emotional disengagement, and dissolution of relationships.
Are you feeling stuck in some part of your life? Trying to navigate a romantic, peer, or parent-child relationship, life transition, anxiety or depression? Struggling to figure out what's getting in the way sexually, emotionally, or mentally? Does it feel like something is inhibiting life satisfaction, security and connection but hard to figure out what that is? I want to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be. I use a collaborative approach to tailor therapeutic techniques to fit your unique needs and personality. My joy and passion in being an MFT stems from the journey of moving through change with you.
With specialized training in marital/pre marital issues & family dynamics my expertise is in sexual and intimacy issues, sexual anxiety, conflict, communication, infidelity, boundary setting, emotional disengagement, and dissolution of relationships.
Are you feeling stuck in some part of your life? Trying to navigate a romantic, peer, or parent-child relationship, life transition, anxiety or depression? Struggling to figure out what's getting in the way sexually, emotionally, or mentally? Does it feel like something is inhibiting life satisfaction, security and connection but hard to figure out what that is? I want to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be. I use a collaborative approach to tailor therapeutic techniques to fit your unique needs and personality. My joy and passion in being an MFT stems from the journey of moving through change with you.
I also provide Marriage Counseling/Couples Counseling.
Hello! My name is Morgan Edwards. After completing my B.S. in Political Science from Auburn University, I went on to complete my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of West Alabama. One of the greatest honors of my life is when people trust me with the hard circumstances of their life, which is what ultimately led me to counseling. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor and enjoy helping individuals with their current situations and their past trauma so that they can experience growth and a new, healthy way of living.
I also provide Marriage Counseling/Couples Counseling.
Hello! My name is Morgan Edwards. After completing my B.S. in Political Science from Auburn University, I went on to complete my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of West Alabama. One of the greatest honors of my life is when people trust me with the hard circumstances of their life, which is what ultimately led me to counseling. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor and enjoy helping individuals with their current situations and their past trauma so that they can experience growth and a new, healthy way of living.
I earned a Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health & Marriage and Family Counseling at the University of Montevallo in 2013.
It has been said: "God uses our deepest pain as a launchpad for our highest calling". However, a lot of the times we become immobilized aka "stuck" by the pains we have endured. My goal in counseling is to remind believers and non-believers that there is hope past the pain, shame, and doubt they are experiencing; through modalities of individual, couples, family and pre- marital counseling. Do not let shame and doubt rule over you any longer but instead gain insight and authenticity as you understand your Creator, your process and yourself more fully.
I earned a Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health & Marriage and Family Counseling at the University of Montevallo in 2013.
It has been said: "God uses our deepest pain as a launchpad for our highest calling". However, a lot of the times we become immobilized aka "stuck" by the pains we have endured. My goal in counseling is to remind believers and non-believers that there is hope past the pain, shame, and doubt they are experiencing; through modalities of individual, couples, family and pre- marital counseling. Do not let shame and doubt rule over you any longer but instead gain insight and authenticity as you understand your Creator, your process and yourself more fully.
Al works with those individuals or couples who are at the end of their rope. Couples Focused Counseling: Have you tried and been unsuccessful with Traditional marital or couples counseling, Self-help books, Talking to friends or family for advice, or Doing nothing at all. Is your marriage on the brink? Couples arriving at the brink is a necessary stage in every marriage or long-term relationship. That’s right, it’s not IF you get to the Brink, but what you do WHEN you get there.
Al works with those individuals or couples who are at the end of their rope. Couples Focused Counseling: Have you tried and been unsuccessful with Traditional marital or couples counseling, Self-help books, Talking to friends or family for advice, or Doing nothing at all. Is your marriage on the brink? Couples arriving at the brink is a necessary stage in every marriage or long-term relationship. That’s right, it’s not IF you get to the Brink, but what you do WHEN you get there.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
I hold licenses in both professional counseling and marriage and family therapy.
Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your marriage or relationships? With your children? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety/fear? Whether you are facing a job transition, conflict in your relationship, a death of a friend or relative, or another pressing concern, therapy provides you someone to listen, to walk beside you through these experiences, and to offer guidance and support as you face new discoveries and insights to your life and well-being. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and view therapy as your opportunity to grow healthier -- mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, relationally, and spiritually.
I hold licenses in both professional counseling and marriage and family therapy.
Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your marriage or relationships? With your children? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety/fear? Whether you are facing a job transition, conflict in your relationship, a death of a friend or relative, or another pressing concern, therapy provides you someone to listen, to walk beside you through these experiences, and to offer guidance and support as you face new discoveries and insights to your life and well-being. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and view therapy as your opportunity to grow healthier -- mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, relationally, and spiritually.
Shawne M Sisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LPC-S, LMFT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping couples work through the difficulties of married life to achieve better communication, greater emotional connection, and a more satisfying marriage.
Life can be hard! If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different. If your current efforts to deal with relationships, emotions, and life's challenges just aren't working, it is probably time to get some help. Maybe you're unsure if counseling really works. Counseling is no "magic pill" that instantly fixes your problems! However, it does help many people change, heal, and improve their quality of life.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping couples work through the difficulties of married life to achieve better communication, greater emotional connection, and a more satisfying marriage.
Life can be hard! If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different. If your current efforts to deal with relationships, emotions, and life's challenges just aren't working, it is probably time to get some help. Maybe you're unsure if counseling really works. Counseling is no "magic pill" that instantly fixes your problems! However, it does help many people change, heal, and improve their quality of life.
Joanna Ware Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
Additionally, my Master’s degree is in counseling with a specialty in marriage and family therapy.
Have you ever felt that life is just too overwhelming? Like maybe you’re taking 3 steps forward and 2 steps back or as hard as you try things just don’t seem to fall into place? If so then you could benefit from having a professional counselor to help you process what’s going on in your life. My job would be to walk with you on your journey, hold up a mirror for you to help you identify any patterns and obstacles and help come up with possible solutions. My job is to help you not have to walk on your journey alone.
Additionally, my Master’s degree is in counseling with a specialty in marriage and family therapy.
Have you ever felt that life is just too overwhelming? Like maybe you’re taking 3 steps forward and 2 steps back or as hard as you try things just don’t seem to fall into place? If so then you could benefit from having a professional counselor to help you process what’s going on in your life. My job would be to walk with you on your journey, hold up a mirror for you to help you identify any patterns and obstacles and help come up with possible solutions. My job is to help you not have to walk on your journey alone.
Richard Fallin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244
Many people believe therapy is a quick fix, or more accurately that a therapist can “fix” us or our problems. In reality, therapy is a process that can take time, but most importantly, hard work. Have you struggled with anxiety, depression, or maintaining social connections? Do you need to repair or restore your marriage? Take first steps in preparing for marriage? Learn how to connect as a family? Find a new normal after divorce? Heal from a loss? Navigate the waters of being a teenager and managing your parents and teacher's expectations? As a therapist with over 18 years of experience, I am excited to help you begin.
Many people believe therapy is a quick fix, or more accurately that a therapist can “fix” us or our problems. In reality, therapy is a process that can take time, but most importantly, hard work. Have you struggled with anxiety, depression, or maintaining social connections? Do you need to repair or restore your marriage? Take first steps in preparing for marriage? Learn how to connect as a family? Find a new normal after divorce? Heal from a loss? Navigate the waters of being a teenager and managing your parents and teacher's expectations? As a therapist with over 18 years of experience, I am excited to help you begin.
As a therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of betrayal trauma and narcissistic abuse in marriage, I offer a compassionate, partner-sensitive approach tailored to your unique needs. With training in betrayal trauma and expertise in EMDR, and nervous system regulation, I provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can process trauma, set healthy boundaries, and make decisions that honor both your faith and personal well-being. While these types of betrayal and hurt are a primary focus of my practice, I also offer care and support to people struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery.
As a therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of betrayal trauma and narcissistic abuse in marriage, I offer a compassionate, partner-sensitive approach tailored to your unique needs. With training in betrayal trauma and expertise in EMDR, and nervous system regulation, I provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can process trauma, set healthy boundaries, and make decisions that honor both your faith and personal well-being. While these types of betrayal and hurt are a primary focus of my practice, I also offer care and support to people struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery.
Barbara Bernstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205
Though I have specific training in relationship issues (such as marriage, pre- marriage, same-sex unions, parenting, infidelity, and in-law issues), I also work a great deal with individuals. I offer specific forgiveness training that has proven extremely helpful in healing grievances and resentments; and am trained in the use of EMDR. When motivated, there is no limit to the potential for improved relationships, personal fulfillment, and peace. In work with couples, I see great improvement when there is deep motivation. And it is part of my job to foster, and nurture that motivation in each partner.
Though I have specific training in relationship issues (such as marriage, pre- marriage, same-sex unions, parenting, infidelity, and in-law issues), I also work a great deal with individuals. I offer specific forgiveness training that has proven extremely helpful in healing grievances and resentments; and am trained in the use of EMDR. When motivated, there is no limit to the potential for improved relationships, personal fulfillment, and peace. In work with couples, I see great improvement when there is deep motivation. And it is part of my job to foster, and nurture that motivation in each partner.
Dylann Lowery
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT-A, MFTI
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35209 (Online Only)
You and your partner are staring at a long, bumpy road ahead of you. Once, you were excited to go on this journey together. Now, part of you is terrified of what's to come. You want to make things work, but you're tired and weary of having the same fight over and over. You can't seem to agree on anything. Are we ready for marriage or have similar goals? What's the best way to raise our kids? Enter stress from outside the relationship- pressure from opinionated in-laws, ever-increasing demands from work, kids acting out at school. Just when you need your partner's support the most, you feel like your teammate has left you stranded.
You and your partner are staring at a long, bumpy road ahead of you. Once, you were excited to go on this journey together. Now, part of you is terrified of what's to come. You want to make things work, but you're tired and weary of having the same fight over and over. You can't seem to agree on anything. Are we ready for marriage or have similar goals? What's the best way to raise our kids? Enter stress from outside the relationship- pressure from opinionated in-laws, ever-increasing demands from work, kids acting out at school. Just when you need your partner's support the most, you feel like your teammate has left you stranded.
Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35226
We offer individual, couples, pre- marital, marital, and family therapy services.
Welcome to Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC, a group private practice providing mental health therapeutic services to the greater Birmingham area. All our clinicians are licensed with specific areas of expertise and skills to best match the client’s needs. Each clinician offers a unique modality that addresses how past distressing or disturbing experiences reveal itself in the body; this includes targeting maladaptive beliefs about oneself, felt sense/body sensations, emotions, and images.
We offer individual, couples, pre- marital, marital, and family therapy services.
Welcome to Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC, a group private practice providing mental health therapeutic services to the greater Birmingham area. All our clinicians are licensed with specific areas of expertise and skills to best match the client’s needs. Each clinician offers a unique modality that addresses how past distressing or disturbing experiences reveal itself in the body; this includes targeting maladaptive beliefs about oneself, felt sense/body sensations, emotions, and images.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.