Therapists in Birmingham, AL

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, based in Birmingham, Al servicing children 5-18 and families in need of therapeutic guidance. As a therapist it is my role to create a safe space for individuals and families to compassionately explore their journeys and assist them in reaching their full potential. I believe gaining insight into ones core self and accepting our past experiences as guided lessons lead us down the path to find the specific aspects of ourselves that makes us so unique. I support the notion that we don't need to be "broken" to need healing, yet we may simply desire the evolution of self. ​

NOW Accepting Child and Adolescent Clients! Providing a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. I'll actively listen to you, ask questions, and work with you to identify the root causes of your concerns. Together, we'll develop strategies to overcome them and empower you with tools for a happier, healthier life. I believe in customized treatment plans for each individual, utilizing an integrative approach with various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse or life issues that are causing you to feel overwhelmed or paralyzed? There is hope! If you are feeling like something has got to change for you to live a better life, then call me and let’s see if therapy may be that difference. I believe that each person has the power within themselves to change their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging, and non-judgmental environment where we will be able to explore the struggles that you are facing in an effective way.

I am a person-centered therapist with a focus on recovery from trauma however, I have years of experience treating more common conditions like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief. I really enjoy my work and I am honored by the prospect of becoming your therapist. My approach to treatment includes minimizing distress while maximizing potential. As a provider, I ensure clients that they remain the captains of their own ships; I am simply here to act as a potential copilot, offering judgement-free support and guidance while you navigate life’s biggest struggles.

I have spent the last three years working with various individuals who presented with primarily substance abuse issues. However, issues of depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, and family dynamics were underneath the presenting problem as well. My clients all sought one thing: a different story than the one they had been currently starring in. Together we laid the groundwork to start changing that story. And together you and I can do the same.

Summer's ending. Is it a new season for you too? Feeling anxious? Nervous? Overwhelmed? Sad? Stuck? Betrayed? Has there been a new life change, marriage, relationship or other issues? Therapy may help. Here's a little info about me. I work with individuals & couples who seek therapy to process the "hard stuff"- tragedy, trauma, life transitions or change in professional & personal trajectories. I won't give you advice or tell you what to do. However, you will gain healthy coping tools & skills to navigate your journey to wellness. We will collaborate to develop your treatment plan, processing your concerns & goals at your own pace.

Are you fighting your way through life's hurdles and feel like you need a supportive hand? Providing therapeutic assistance since 2015, this experienced counselor utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with other counseling modalities to aid clients in reaching their goals. The counselor is specialized in addressing family struggles, anxiety, anger management, depression, grief, trauma, and addictive behaviors. They take great pride in helping people manage their challenges, nurture resilience, and shape their self-contentment and relationships.

Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to explore a better version of yourself? No matter what your symptoms may be, whether it is anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, or finding yourself drawn to gambling, you are not alone. I foster a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where you can truly be yourself.

You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.

Now accepting BCBS Insurance. You’re on call 24/7, always needed, always giving. While caregiving is your passion and your calling- you're just exhausted. You want and need to be there for the important people in your life. You've dedicated yourself to helping clients, customers, family, friends, or patients in need. But somehow it's simultaneously fulfilling and draining. You need a vacation. But who needs those anyway? You'll be okay... right? Giving is a noble value. It is so important to leave this world better than you found it. But you can't pour from an empty cup.

"Gather up all your scattered dreams and build the life you love" Unknown. When life circumstances such as trauma or loss leave you feeling sad, anxious, depressed, lonely, overwhelmed, discouraged or perhaps turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms our inner resources, relationships and our relationship with our Self can suffer. A courageous step is to seek help and whether you are 18 or 80+, I will work with you to help you find your inner strengths and coping skills.

I think of a therapist as a wise guide who enters into the life of another human at a time of crisis and provides a compassionate, safe environment in which a person can experience himself more fully - explore, identify, and take initiatives to lessen the causes of her distress. The ideal therapist is one who, above all else, is an advocate for the freedom and well-being of another. The therapist, like spiritual guides of old, offers a balance of acceptance and challenge in helping the person become her best self. By challenge, I mean holding an individual accountable to himself and his potential for purposeful, dynamic living.

Hi! I’m so glad you’re here! I am dedicated to creating a non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions and beliefs on your journey towards self-discovery. With 16 years of experience working in the school setting, I enjoy helping adolescents/teenagers work through mental health challenges they may encounter. Additionally, I am passionate about helping women navigate unique life challenges - this can include motherhood, pre/post pregnancy complications, pre-term birth, perinatal loss, fertility issues, unexpected birth outcomes, endometriosis, PCOS, chronic pelvic pain, hormone imbalances, and/or (peri) menopausal.

Congratulations for taking steps toward a better and more fulfilling future! We're excited to work alongside you and helping you to achieve the goals and aspirations you desire. This experience will focus on helping you to create and follow a personalized blueprint for reaching meaningful change.

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.

Mississippi blues legend Robert Johnson recorded “Hellhound on My Trail” in 1937, singing “I got to keep movin’/blues fallin’ down like hail/and the days keep on worryin’ me/there’s a hellhound on my trail.” This song is a classic because most of us have experienced thoughts and emotions that seem both unbearable and inescapable. We try to run, but that feeling follows close behind, like a hellhound on our trail. People who call me seeking therapy are tired of running. They’ve tried to distract themselves, they’ve tried alcohol and drugs, they’ve tried psych meds and external changes to their lifestyle-and this thing keeps following

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.

My favorite part about being a counselor is getting to know someone and hear their story. It takes a lot of vulnerability to be able to open up to someone else and I am always grateful that my clients trust me with the most intimate parts of their self. I work with a wide array of clients; from LGBTQ+ community members, survivors of trauma, those struggling with addiction and many other issues that affect an individuals quality of life. The ideal client for me is any individual willing to explore the therapeutic process in order to work towards building the life they desire.

Savannah Donahoe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a background in trauma, crisis response, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender-affirming care, PTSD, depression and anxiety, self-esteem, gender identity-related issues, sexual identity,-related issues, grief, and loss. Savannah is passionate about providing support to folks of all ages through the unique challenges that they face. She values the importance of diversity, self-identity, and multicultural competency. Savannah completed her Master's degree in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. She has experience in trauma and crisis response, as well as gender-affirming care.