Drug Abuse Therapists in Escambia County, AL

My ideal clients are people who desire to heal from painful relational wounds so they can start realizing their dreams. I believe you can be empowered to release shame from trauma, and feel alive, connected and free! Through therapy, my clients find comfort in sharing laughter, genuineness, and acceptance of themselves.

I practice a holistic approach to therapy where you and I work together to help you as a whole person, not just one concern. I believe in reinforcing what strengths you already have while challenging which patterns slow down or stop progress or growth. There's no "right or wrong, good or bad" in addressing concerns. There's what works and what doesn't. Together, we can find what works to do more of it, and less of what doesn't.

“Dance like no one is watching, sing like no one is listening. . ."Mark Twain. This quote illustrates the kind of practice I strive to create. I believe it is necessary to encourage clients to feel free from judgment, criticism, or fear from what someone else thinks. My goal is to provide a safe place using an eclectic approach involving person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. This allows clients to establish a course that is personally tailored to meet the needs of those with substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

I have extensive training in trauma-informed care and experience treating clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ issues.

It seems that hearing what your partner meant to say is a difficult skill to master. However, learning to say what you intend to be heard is even more difficult. Imagine what it would be like if your partner, family or friends heard ONLY what you meant. Imagine if messages were delivered in such a way that no one took things the wrong way. I teach communication skills to couples, families, individuals and employers. Improvements in communication is the foundation for improving relationships.

My goal in counseling is to help people overcome their difficult issues in their life, reach their goals, and become happier and more balanced individuals. I use a variety of therapies including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and prevention approaches to help the patient individually. I have worked extensively with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, military life issues, and health-related concerns. I have been a counselor for over 15 years.

Welcome to The Sunshine's Haven Counseling Center! My name is Afiya K. Hooker and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist with 17 years of mental wellness experience. The clients I serve may endure feelings of depression, anxiety, and/or trauma, while possibly coping with self awareness concerns, interpersonal relationships and/or familial issues. I have a passion for helping my clients gain clarity, increase awareness, utilize positive and practical coping strategies and create positive change within their everyday lives. Allow me to help you on your journey by scheduling an appointment on my website today or calling my office.

Every person has an inherent need to feel seen, heard, and understood. When these critical needs aren't met, it's common for coping mechanisms that are both ineffective and self-destructive to take shape, which can then lead to feelings of frustration, isolation, and a sense of being "stuck." Whether your negative feelings manifest themselves as anxiety, depression, impulsive behaviors, addiction, or the inability to connect with others, navigating these struggles alone can be overwhelming. No matter how helpless you may feel, it's important to know that you're not alone. Finding healing and freedom is possible!

Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and unsure how to feel better? Do you feel like you are stuck, and you are not where you thought you would be? Are you missing the laughter with your partner and wondering how to reconnect? Are you undergoing a big life change or adjustment? Have you recently lost a loved one or a close friend? Is your child struggling with expressing emotions? Do you feel like you are alone, that no one understands you? So if you answered yes to any of these questions, it is time you seek solutions. We are here to SERVE! "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." George Shaw

BIG news! I take Medicare now! I I use a variety of proven modalities: Systemic Sex Therapy, Therapy for Trauma: CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT (for PTSD, Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome and Religious Trauma) and The Neurobiology of Attachment Styles and Effective Treatment. I specialize in Marriage and /or Couple's therapy. Open Tuesday-Saturday! Expect Miracles! Learn how to manifest your Life's Purpose and remove all the obstacles-most common: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Weight, and Communication. See you Soon!

My personal philosophy is, therapy is not one size fits all. Meet people where they are and help them to learn how to live their best life possible. I have had the privilege of counseling in military health facilities, community and inpatient mental health, substance abuse clinics, private practice, and public-school systems. I utilize a holistic, mindfulness, and if requested, faith based approach to counseling that can be included in treatment.

Everyone is welcomed to come and talk a bit about whatever they want to talk about. My motto is who ever want help will get it regardless of their situation. We will figure out a way.

Dr. Kline's practice provides a compassionate, relaxed, and informal, environment where people in emotional pain can focus on getting better without fear of judgment. With experience and expertise spanning cognitive, behavioral, emotional, neurophysiological, and sociocultural levels of analysis, he provides an integrative, individualized, non-pharmacological approach to treating mental illness. If you are already taking medication, psychotherapy can help make it more effective. He believes that a diagnosis can help inform treatment, but does not define you. Diagnostic categories often don't entirely fit a given individual, so treatment needs to reflect individual goals and needs.

Ready to make a positive change with real results? Excessive worry, stress, depression, and anxiety can all lead to health complications and strained relationships. I help my clients move beyond those barriers to lead a more healthy and productive life. I work with individuals, couples, and families for a broad range of issues, with appointment times to accommodate your scheduling needs.

I believe humans are complex and unique. I believe clients have a range of motivations for seeking help for themselves. Some clients simply need a place to hear themselves work through certain topics, while others need new skills and coping strategies, and some need more time and reflection on the joys and sorrows of their lives. Clients want to be "seen" and "heard" and perhaps more importantly, validated. Personal meaning is important to explore and define, and understanding what motivates people is essential of having a good therapy experience. Most importantly, clients want to be treated with dignity and respect.

The clients that I typically encounter are looking to make a change that will create a better life environment for themselves and those that love them. They want to do something different and are open and willing to explore the uncomfortable to grow in the therapeutic process. I want clients to trust that they can be whoever the need to be in a session.

My goal as a counselor is to help you find total health in your life using a holistic approach. Emotional, mental, and spiritual health are all equally important components of your total health. I work hard to provide a safe space where you feel comfortable processing your emotions and where you will find motivation to grow. My specialties include substance abuse disorders, codependency issues, developing healthy boundaries, and trauma-related issues. I utilize a variety of therapies including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based solutions.

Dr. Carney provides forensic services, psychological evaluation and consultation. Child custody, parenting capacity, disability, pre-employment, personal injury, and criminal evaluations constitute his day-to-day practice.

I have over 25 years of experience assisting people to work through personal challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional challenges for many of us. The ordinary stresses and strains of living have become accentuated by the need to remain inside. I believe in therapy and have personally experienced the benefits of having a therapeutic relationship with a trained professional. My clients tell me that I am easy to talk with and that I am a good listener.