Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Gardendale, AL

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Shamichael Kittler Integrative Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gardendale, AL 35071
I use various treatment techniques, to include person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience working with adults who have Mental Health and Substance Abuse Diagnoses. My professional background includes working with adults who experience anxiety, stress, substance abuse issues, codependency, and relationship issues.
I use various treatment techniques, to include person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience working with adults who have Mental Health and Substance Abuse Diagnoses. My professional background includes working with adults who experience anxiety, stress, substance abuse issues, codependency, and relationship issues.
(205) 852-9813 View (205) 852-9813
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Integrative Health Services, LLC Michelle Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP, CREP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy.
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy.
I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes openness and individuality. I'm an outside the box thinker, a supporter of the LGBTQ plus community, someone who has a personal investment in your success, and can be the confidential sounding board that is difficult to find.
(205) 523-8502 View (205) 523-8502
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Integrative Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gardendale, AL 35071
Stephen Long is a licensed therapist with over 28 years of experience specializing in men's mental health. His practice utilizes evidence-based therapies, ensuring personalized and effective treatment plans. Stephen is committed to creating a safe environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. He holds Master's and Specialist degrees in Counseling from the University of Montevallo and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Stephen Long is a licensed therapist with over 28 years of experience specializing in men's mental health. His practice utilizes evidence-based therapies, ensuring personalized and effective treatment plans. Stephen is committed to creating a safe environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. He holds Master's and Specialist degrees in Counseling from the University of Montevallo and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
(659) 222-6240 View (659) 222-6240
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Angela Nix
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
I believe that trust and rapport in a relationship are key. This is why I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental setting to allow you to discuss any struggles you may be facing, at your own pace.
I believe that trust and rapport in a relationship are key. This is why I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental setting to allow you to discuss any struggles you may be facing, at your own pace.
(205) 947-2434 View (205) 947-2434
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Integrative Health Services, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
SATURDAY OPENINGS AVAILABLE and ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Integrative Health Services, LLC focuses on treating the mind, body, and spirit. Everyone is not the same and therefore, treatment is tailored to fit the individual needs of each person. Overall health and well-being are strongly encouraged while receiving mental health treatment. This is why Integrative Health Services keeps a unique referral list of highly qualified primary care doctors, massage therapists, holistic doctors/herbalists, yoga therapy instructors, psychiatrists, rheumatologists, personal trainers and many others that promote overall health and well-being.
SATURDAY OPENINGS AVAILABLE and ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Integrative Health Services, LLC focuses on treating the mind, body, and spirit. Everyone is not the same and therefore, treatment is tailored to fit the individual needs of each person. Overall health and well-being are strongly encouraged while receiving mental health treatment. This is why Integrative Health Services keeps a unique referral list of highly qualified primary care doctors, massage therapists, holistic doctors/herbalists, yoga therapy instructors, psychiatrists, rheumatologists, personal trainers and many others that promote overall health and well-being.
(833) 567-3538 View (833) 567-3538
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Jordan Vann (Integrative Health Services, LLC)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
*WE ARE TAKING NEW CLIENTS!* I address a range of mental health issues, including addiction, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. Whether you are going through a life transition or have a history of mental health issues, I am glad that you have taken this positive step towards change. I welcome you to walk with me on your journey to wellness, as together, we work to address any barriers that prevent you from accessing your ideal self or life. If you are feeling lost and are ready to find your voice, this can be a safe place to develop and utilize the strengths that already exist within you.
*WE ARE TAKING NEW CLIENTS!* I address a range of mental health issues, including addiction, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. Whether you are going through a life transition or have a history of mental health issues, I am glad that you have taken this positive step towards change. I welcome you to walk with me on your journey to wellness, as together, we work to address any barriers that prevent you from accessing your ideal self or life. If you are feeling lost and are ready to find your voice, this can be a safe place to develop and utilize the strengths that already exist within you.
(659) 200-7184 View (659) 200-7184
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John W Wise
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
Life happens. And there’s no shame in asking for help in times of trouble. My goal as a counselor is to provide a space and to create a relationship that you can use for your own development, as well as provide you with tools and strategies to better cope with and maybe even resolve issues when the hard times come. Together we'll work to identify what may be holding you back or keeping you down. You will gain a better understanding of why you feel the way you do and you'll be empowered with the knowledge that change is possible.
Life happens. And there’s no shame in asking for help in times of trouble. My goal as a counselor is to provide a space and to create a relationship that you can use for your own development, as well as provide you with tools and strategies to better cope with and maybe even resolve issues when the hard times come. Together we'll work to identify what may be holding you back or keeping you down. You will gain a better understanding of why you feel the way you do and you'll be empowered with the knowledge that change is possible.
(205) 846-5965 View (205) 846-5965
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Samantha Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gardendale, AL 35071
Are you struggling with emotional pain? Do you have a history of unhealthy relationships? As someone who personally experienced the life change that can come through counseling, I strive to be a counselor who walks with you through your healing journey. If you are struggling with any type of trauma, grief, mental health, or relationship issues, I get it! And if you're ready to experience positive change, as I did, I'd love to help.
Are you struggling with emotional pain? Do you have a history of unhealthy relationships? As someone who personally experienced the life change that can come through counseling, I strive to be a counselor who walks with you through your healing journey. If you are struggling with any type of trauma, grief, mental health, or relationship issues, I get it! And if you're ready to experience positive change, as I did, I'd love to help.
(205) 619-1557 View (205) 619-1557
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Heather L Forbes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071  (Online Only)
Looking for some peace in life? Want to learn some positive coping skills in order to feel your best? As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am here to guide you through the tough times and help you adjust to the transition's life throws at you. My objective is to offer a place for you to feel safe to discuss your thoughts and feelings without judgement, so that you can be your best self.
Looking for some peace in life? Want to learn some positive coping skills in order to feel your best? As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am here to guide you through the tough times and help you adjust to the transition's life throws at you. My objective is to offer a place for you to feel safe to discuss your thoughts and feelings without judgement, so that you can be your best self.
(256) 500-8436 View (256) 500-8436
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Mary Dawson (Integrative Health Services, LLC)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gardendale, AL 35071
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! It is my personal and professional passion to facilitate hope and healing for those who feel hopeless, unheard, unseen, and wounded. I value the importance of meeting each client where they are in their life’s journey and approaching treatment according to those unique needs and experiences. I seek to provide an honest, compassionate, and open-minded therapeutic relationship with each person.
Welcome! It is my personal and professional passion to facilitate hope and healing for those who feel hopeless, unheard, unseen, and wounded. I value the importance of meeting each client where they are in their life’s journey and approaching treatment according to those unique needs and experiences. I seek to provide an honest, compassionate, and open-minded therapeutic relationship with each person.
(205) 843-9554 View (205) 843-9554

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William Lockhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
I also use techniques and tools from Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hi, I'm William Lockhart, LPC. However, I go by Lee. I had sadistic parents who named me one thing and called me something else. I'm licensed in Alabama as an LPC. My license number is 2936. In my 16+ years of practice, I have worked with almost every type of client and an array of issues, though my primary focus has been on clients with substance use issues and mood disorders. I have a generally directive approach while fully respecting your right to choose and live your life as you see fit. I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused frame of reference.
I also use techniques and tools from Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hi, I'm William Lockhart, LPC. However, I go by Lee. I had sadistic parents who named me one thing and called me something else. I'm licensed in Alabama as an LPC. My license number is 2936. In my 16+ years of practice, I have worked with almost every type of client and an array of issues, though my primary focus has been on clients with substance use issues and mood disorders. I have a generally directive approach while fully respecting your right to choose and live your life as you see fit. I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused frame of reference.
(334) 605-8813 View (334) 605-8813
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Broken To Art Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215  (Online Only)
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which allows me to offer a unique perspective on life challenges.
As a counselor, I believe meeting an individual where they are is a vital part of providing best practice. With over seven years of experience assisting individuals, families, child/adolescents, and teens with a wide range of socials/personal relationships, emotional/trauma, behavioral/crisis, substance abuse, mental health issues, and many other concerns. I think that every person has the skills, abilities, and strengths to overcome and or learn to cope with any problem they may be experiencing, with a little help.
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which allows me to offer a unique perspective on life challenges.
As a counselor, I believe meeting an individual where they are is a vital part of providing best practice. With over seven years of experience assisting individuals, families, child/adolescents, and teens with a wide range of socials/personal relationships, emotional/trauma, behavioral/crisis, substance abuse, mental health issues, and many other concerns. I think that every person has the skills, abilities, and strengths to overcome and or learn to cope with any problem they may be experiencing, with a little help.
(205) 224-0690 View (205) 224-0690
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Amanda Copeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
I found my love for Social Work later in life. I was a middle school and high school English teacher and found that I loved working with my students and helping them with their struggles. This motivated me to go back to school and get my Master's in Social Work. I have worked extensively in community mental health, with homeless individuals, veterans, and a multitude of other populations. I still currently work in the field with these populations along with providing therapy. I absolutely love what I do!
I found my love for Social Work later in life. I was a middle school and high school English teacher and found that I loved working with my students and helping them with their struggles. This motivated me to go back to school and get my Master's in Social Work. I have worked extensively in community mental health, with homeless individuals, veterans, and a multitude of other populations. I still currently work in the field with these populations along with providing therapy. I absolutely love what I do!
(334) 342-9066 View (334) 342-9066
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Jennifer Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35215
You ARE enough. The love and encouragement you did not receive from the people in your life was their failing, NOT yours. You ARE worthy. This is the time of your life where you are now in control.
You ARE enough. The love and encouragement you did not receive from the people in your life was their failing, NOT yours. You ARE worthy. This is the time of your life where you are now in control.
(205) 622-1112 View (205) 622-1112
Maya N Pace
Counselor, MS
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Center Point, AL 35215
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor. I truly believe everyone has the potential to live their best lives. As a Therapist, my role is to guide clients in discovering their true selves. I do this by using a person-centered approach during therapy. Therapy sessions are done in a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment. Clients feel free to express themselves during sessions. If you are feeling like no one understands, please call me to schedule an appointment.
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor. I truly believe everyone has the potential to live their best lives. As a Therapist, my role is to guide clients in discovering their true selves. I do this by using a person-centered approach during therapy. Therapy sessions are done in a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment. Clients feel free to express themselves during sessions. If you are feeling like no one understands, please call me to schedule an appointment.
(205) 619-8369 View (205) 619-8369
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Cheryl Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215  (Online Only)
My name is Cheryl Jones and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Alabama. I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I am a graduate of Troy University for my undergraduate degree in social work and Florida State University for my master's degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families in community-based programs with 9 of those years being experience in mental health with a specific focus on mental illness, crisis intervention, and addictions.
My name is Cheryl Jones and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Alabama. I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I am a graduate of Troy University for my undergraduate degree in social work and Florida State University for my master's degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families in community-based programs with 9 of those years being experience in mental health with a specific focus on mental illness, crisis intervention, and addictions.
(334) 373-3832 View (334) 373-3832
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Vital Life Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
When you're going through seasons of difficulty, day to day life stressors or just need somebody to talk to and process with; that search can seem so difficult! You want to unpack with someone who you can trust, someone who won't judge, someone who truly cares about what you're saying and how you feel and someone that's relatable and will talk back when needed and just hear you in other times. We will work together to set goals and get you to what you feel that you need. Welcome to a fresh start! Let's unpack.
When you're going through seasons of difficulty, day to day life stressors or just need somebody to talk to and process with; that search can seem so difficult! You want to unpack with someone who you can trust, someone who won't judge, someone who truly cares about what you're saying and how you feel and someone that's relatable and will talk back when needed and just hear you in other times. We will work together to set goals and get you to what you feel that you need. Welcome to a fresh start! Let's unpack.
(205) 452-0111 View (205) 452-0111
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In Touch Counseling Agency April Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
(205) 619-6260 View (205) 619-6260
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Jerusalem Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, or good night! I will give you 25 cool points if you tell me where I borrowed that phrase from. I'm Jerusalem Brown, a fully licensed psychotherapist (who also has a therapist), nationally certified counselor, and adjunct psychology instructor. My expertise centers on the lasting effects of early family dysfunction, emotional neglect, and childhood trauma. Even if you excel academically or professionally—embodying resilience and high functionality—you might still face challenges in cultivating healthy interpersonal dynamics.
Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, or good night! I will give you 25 cool points if you tell me where I borrowed that phrase from. I'm Jerusalem Brown, a fully licensed psychotherapist (who also has a therapist), nationally certified counselor, and adjunct psychology instructor. My expertise centers on the lasting effects of early family dysfunction, emotional neglect, and childhood trauma. Even if you excel academically or professionally—embodying resilience and high functionality—you might still face challenges in cultivating healthy interpersonal dynamics.
(334) 986-3202 View (334) 986-3202
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Sherika Thomas-Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35215
My name is Sherika Thomas-Miller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Montgomery, AL, and working with clients statewide via telehealth or in-office. I work with adolescents to Geriatric and specialize in stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress throughout their therapeutic journey.
My name is Sherika Thomas-Miller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Montgomery, AL, and working with clients statewide via telehealth or in-office. I work with adolescents to Geriatric and specialize in stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress throughout their therapeutic journey.
(334) 258-8080 View (334) 258-8080

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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.