Feminist Therapists in Hale County, AL
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As a feminist therapist, mother, and intentionalist, I bring authenticity, vulnerability, advocacy, and compassion to my practice. I am incredibly passionate about supporting individuals as they work toward their desired goals and strive to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I firmly believe in self-determination and autonomy meaning that while I can help you to process and navigate experiences, you get to decide the next steps. You can choose to opt out of chaos.
As a feminist therapist, mother, and intentionalist, I bring authenticity, vulnerability, advocacy, and compassion to my practice. I am incredibly passionate about supporting individuals as they work toward their desired goals and strive to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I firmly believe in self-determination and autonomy meaning that while I can help you to process and navigate experiences, you get to decide the next steps. You can choose to opt out of chaos.
Tori Conner-Hearn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MPH, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
Hello. I'm Tori. I'm so glad you are here. As a professional counselor, my goal is to help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, feel less alone, and create the changes you want in yourself. I‘ll work with you in a compassion, collaborative way to overcome the roadblocks that you struggle with even if they seem overwhelming. I specialize in working with clients dealing with anxiety, trauma (especially sexual abuse/assault and relationship violence), PTSD, grief, and gender identity. I am LGBTQ affirming. I work from a social justice and feminist framework. I am a CCTP Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Hello. I'm Tori. I'm so glad you are here. As a professional counselor, my goal is to help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, feel less alone, and create the changes you want in yourself. I‘ll work with you in a compassion, collaborative way to overcome the roadblocks that you struggle with even if they seem overwhelming. I specialize in working with clients dealing with anxiety, trauma (especially sexual abuse/assault and relationship violence), PTSD, grief, and gender identity. I am LGBTQ affirming. I work from a social justice and feminist framework. I am a CCTP Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Peggy Sanderford Ponder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MEd, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35233
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road, or feeling stuck and in need of a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road, or feeling stuck and in need of a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
Jefkida Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MA, LMFTA, LMHCS
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36117
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
Kylie Howell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC, CLC, RYT
Verified Verified
Mountain Brook, AL 35223 (Online Only)
Let's face it - life can be tough! Maybe you're anxious, depressed, stressed, or just plain worn out from dealing with this fast-paced world. Is a piece of you crying out for change and feels like there has to be more to life than "this?" There is! By working together, we will ignite your strengths, uncover your authentic inner wisdom, and support you as you learn to embrace the amazing person you already are. I offer a safe space for you to untangle from the patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that leave you feeling drained. We will work together to deepen self-compassion, explore underlying issues, and ways to live your best life.
Let's face it - life can be tough! Maybe you're anxious, depressed, stressed, or just plain worn out from dealing with this fast-paced world. Is a piece of you crying out for change and feels like there has to be more to life than "this?" There is! By working together, we will ignite your strengths, uncover your authentic inner wisdom, and support you as you learn to embrace the amazing person you already are. I offer a safe space for you to untangle from the patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that leave you feeling drained. We will work together to deepen self-compassion, explore underlying issues, and ways to live your best life.
Kaycee Hair
Associate Licensed Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205
I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to come sit on my couch and tell me what is going on. My approach to therapy follows the idea that everyone has a toolkit that is always accessible to them. Therapy is a means to add new tools, sharpen existing ones, and shed old tools we no longer need that weigh us down within our accessible toolkit. I, therefore, aim to align my understanding of your life to find a holistic means to help you to the best of your abilities. I am accepting of all walks of life and any needs specific to your individual lived in experiences.
I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to come sit on my couch and tell me what is going on. My approach to therapy follows the idea that everyone has a toolkit that is always accessible to them. Therapy is a means to add new tools, sharpen existing ones, and shed old tools we no longer need that weigh us down within our accessible toolkit. I, therefore, aim to align my understanding of your life to find a holistic means to help you to the best of your abilities. I am accepting of all walks of life and any needs specific to your individual lived in experiences.
Do you find it difficult to be kind and compassionate toward yourself? Are you mired in self-criticism or paralyzed by self doubt? Have you felt overwhelmed by life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? The Persian poet Rumi very wisely stated that the wound is the very place where the light enters. Often it is only through the vulnerability produced by our struggles that we increase our awareness, move toward growth, and are open to making changes. We all experience times that we find ourselves struggling to heal from wounds inflicted by what we encounter as we journey down the difficult road of life.
Do you find it difficult to be kind and compassionate toward yourself? Are you mired in self-criticism or paralyzed by self doubt? Have you felt overwhelmed by life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? The Persian poet Rumi very wisely stated that the wound is the very place where the light enters. Often it is only through the vulnerability produced by our struggles that we increase our awareness, move toward growth, and are open to making changes. We all experience times that we find ourselves struggling to heal from wounds inflicted by what we encounter as we journey down the difficult road of life.
Adam Corley Elliott
Pre-Licensed Professional, ALC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
One of the first things I tell clients who struggle with mental health disorders or overwhelming stress is that in today's society, with all the turmoil and uncertainty we face, it is a natural and normal reaction to be struggling mentally. While there is still a large stigma towards mental health and therapy I believe a great way to combat this is by understanding that it is not weakness to seek help, it in fact takes great strength to reach out to someone and admit that we cannot do this on our own.
One of the first things I tell clients who struggle with mental health disorders or overwhelming stress is that in today's society, with all the turmoil and uncertainty we face, it is a natural and normal reaction to be struggling mentally. While there is still a large stigma towards mental health and therapy I believe a great way to combat this is by understanding that it is not weakness to seek help, it in fact takes great strength to reach out to someone and admit that we cannot do this on our own.
Lauren Floyd
Counselor, MA, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35233
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Balancing responsibilities, relationships, and self-care can be so difficult. Sometimes it even feels a little hopeless. Having an adaptive relationship with yourself, with other people, and with the world around you is crucial for personal growth and emotional health. But what if you don't have a great relationship with yourself? What do you do when your Inner Critic keeps telling you you're not good enough?
Balancing responsibilities, relationships, and self-care can be so difficult. Sometimes it even feels a little hopeless. Having an adaptive relationship with yourself, with other people, and with the world around you is crucial for personal growth and emotional health. But what if you don't have a great relationship with yourself? What do you do when your Inner Critic keeps telling you you're not good enough?
Stephan Idris Mambazo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD-, (ABD), MSW, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36106 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker, a professionally certified specialist in The Grief Recovery Method®, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have been in the helping profession for over thirty years, with more than twenty-years a licensed clinician. I strive to apply authenticity professionally, as I strive to personally. I believe together we will unleash the power and insight already within you. I applaud your courage to travel beyond the familiar, entering this journey with me. I believe you will not regret the choice you have now made. We will develop a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, a professionally certified specialist in The Grief Recovery Method®, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have been in the helping profession for over thirty years, with more than twenty-years a licensed clinician. I strive to apply authenticity professionally, as I strive to personally. I believe together we will unleash the power and insight already within you. I applaud your courage to travel beyond the familiar, entering this journey with me. I believe you will not regret the choice you have now made. We will develop a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Alexandra Baugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35226
As a therapist and human, I strive to create a safe, grounded space that promotes connection and healing. My passion is supporting individuals around identity and LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma-related disorders, psychedelic integration therapy, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. I value the power of relation through vulnerability and take a holistic approach to therapy that encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of each of my clients.
As a therapist and human, I strive to create a safe, grounded space that promotes connection and healing. My passion is supporting individuals around identity and LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma-related disorders, psychedelic integration therapy, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. I value the power of relation through vulnerability and take a holistic approach to therapy that encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of each of my clients.
Jillian Littlefield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35244
If you are struggling to manage a mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder and feeling discouraged, or you find yourself at a loss for how to deal with unresolved trauma, grief and loss issues, or major life changes, I invite you to reach out. I am passionate about working with all members of addicted families, whether you have a substance use disorder yourself or find yourself trying to cope with a loved one's addiction. Whether you are in recovery and trying to stay there, caught in a pattern of relapse, or uncertain whether your substance use is even problematic, let's work on it together. Mental health matters, and so do you.
If you are struggling to manage a mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder and feeling discouraged, or you find yourself at a loss for how to deal with unresolved trauma, grief and loss issues, or major life changes, I invite you to reach out. I am passionate about working with all members of addicted families, whether you have a substance use disorder yourself or find yourself trying to cope with a loved one's addiction. Whether you are in recovery and trying to stay there, caught in a pattern of relapse, or uncertain whether your substance use is even problematic, let's work on it together. Mental health matters, and so do you.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. a Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCH... and a Manifestation Coach for Women I know these are difficult times. Here is help for you! My Personal and Professional Experiences come together to help Women overcome “feeling stuck and discouraged. “I am devoted to unraveling difficult situations allowing for meaningful change to occur. Together we can bring clarity to complicated situations, respond to loss and regret with compassion: and break the cycle of addictive behaviors. I welcome whatever you bring to the table. .Call (no text) FREE 20 min consult.334-277-7955.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. a Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCH... and a Manifestation Coach for Women I know these are difficult times. Here is help for you! My Personal and Professional Experiences come together to help Women overcome “feeling stuck and discouraged. “I am devoted to unraveling difficult situations allowing for meaningful change to occur. Together we can bring clarity to complicated situations, respond to loss and regret with compassion: and break the cycle of addictive behaviors. I welcome whatever you bring to the table. .Call (no text) FREE 20 min consult.334-277-7955.
Kelly Duke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209 (Online Only)
I approach people without judgement in an effort to help them reach their goals. With over a decade of experience working with diverse populations, I specialize in LGBTQ+, blended and non-traditional family structures. I enjoy working with adolescents, as well as adults using individualized treatments to support, affirm, and empower each individual, couple, and family I get the privilege of working with.
I approach people without judgement in an effort to help them reach their goals. With over a decade of experience working with diverse populations, I specialize in LGBTQ+, blended and non-traditional family structures. I enjoy working with adolescents, as well as adults using individualized treatments to support, affirm, and empower each individual, couple, and family I get the privilege of working with.
Erica Wilbanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244
Are you ready for change? Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Viktor Frankl stated “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves”. I have built most of my work around studying trauma and the effects it has on a human. Trauma defined is an event or circumstance that is beyond a person's ability to cope properly. Many symptoms like anxiety, depression, dissociation, fatigue, and guilt follow trauma. Trauma is scary and I do not believe we were meant to do life alone. I offer to serve as someone who can collaboratively walk through the trauma with you.
Are you ready for change? Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Viktor Frankl stated “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves”. I have built most of my work around studying trauma and the effects it has on a human. Trauma defined is an event or circumstance that is beyond a person's ability to cope properly. Many symptoms like anxiety, depression, dissociation, fatigue, and guilt follow trauma. Trauma is scary and I do not believe we were meant to do life alone. I offer to serve as someone who can collaboratively walk through the trauma with you.
I am a down-to-earth, multi-racial/cultural psychotherapist who genuinely cares. I have a deep passion to see women living into their full potential through finding, growing, and utilizing their own minds and voices that will enable them to walk toward healing growth and change. I share my passion from my own personal therapeutic journey that led me to my own beautiful mind and voice. I am excited about the possibility of being a part of your journey toward healing, growth, and change. We are in this together!
I am a down-to-earth, multi-racial/cultural psychotherapist who genuinely cares. I have a deep passion to see women living into their full potential through finding, growing, and utilizing their own minds and voices that will enable them to walk toward healing growth and change. I share my passion from my own personal therapeutic journey that led me to my own beautiful mind and voice. I am excited about the possibility of being a part of your journey toward healing, growth, and change. We are in this together!
I have seen first hand the difference a good counselor can make and I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their unique challenges and strengths. I believe every person is unique and I would be honored to work with you to find a therapy approach that suits your individual needs and goals!
I have seen first hand the difference a good counselor can make and I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their unique challenges and strengths. I believe every person is unique and I would be honored to work with you to find a therapy approach that suits your individual needs and goals!
Amber Carney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35294 (Online Only)
Hello there. Within my counseling practice, I specialize in providing empathetic support to women grappling with the complexities of relationships (with self and others). Our connections hold profound significance in life, yet they can also be a primary source of conflict, pain, and confusion. This often sparks internal questioning and a variety of conflicting emotions including: feelings of inadequacy, feeling stuck, unseen or misunderstood, anxiety, guilt, shame, anger...to name a few. Creating a safe space to process through these emotions and experiences is important and offers opportunity for a more balanced life.
Hello there. Within my counseling practice, I specialize in providing empathetic support to women grappling with the complexities of relationships (with self and others). Our connections hold profound significance in life, yet they can also be a primary source of conflict, pain, and confusion. This often sparks internal questioning and a variety of conflicting emotions including: feelings of inadequacy, feeling stuck, unseen or misunderstood, anxiety, guilt, shame, anger...to name a few. Creating a safe space to process through these emotions and experiences is important and offers opportunity for a more balanced life.
You find yourself stuck in the same negative cycles. You trust the wrong people and get into relationships that only leave you feeling manipulated, abused, and unsafe. They’ve taken away your power, your voice, and the weight of trauma has left you questioning your worth. You’ve tried reaching out to loved ones, connecting to your faith, and other means to address your concerns, but all those choices have failed. Your needs are not met, and you desperately desire support to make consistent, positive changes to succeed mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.
You find yourself stuck in the same negative cycles. You trust the wrong people and get into relationships that only leave you feeling manipulated, abused, and unsafe. They’ve taken away your power, your voice, and the weight of trauma has left you questioning your worth. You’ve tried reaching out to loved ones, connecting to your faith, and other means to address your concerns, but all those choices have failed. Your needs are not met, and you desperately desire support to make consistent, positive changes to succeed mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.
Brittany Cockrum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242
Thank you for taking a moment to consider me for your counseling needs! I'm a counselor that specializes in children and adolescents, but has a wide scope of experience, ranging from severe mental illness, to parenting, to women's empowerment, and grief. I believe that the best counseling experience is derived when a person feels empowered enough to challenge their own comfort zone and explore their vulnerability, and I actively work to be the counselor that a client can do that with.
Thank you for taking a moment to consider me for your counseling needs! I'm a counselor that specializes in children and adolescents, but has a wide scope of experience, ranging from severe mental illness, to parenting, to women's empowerment, and grief. I believe that the best counseling experience is derived when a person feels empowered enough to challenge their own comfort zone and explore their vulnerability, and I actively work to be the counselor that a client can do that with.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.