Marriage Counseling Therapists in Hoover, AL

Insight, motivation, purpose. These three words describe how I can help. Are you looking to gain insight into your struggles? Motivation to grow and get better as a person? Looking for someone to come along side you in your journey to find purpose in life? We can work together as your story unfolds, taking your past and present experiences to make a plan for a healthy, fulfilling, more purposeful future. We can work together to identify and practice techniques and skills that will benefit you and help you to thrive in your relationships and in life.

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.

Life is full of challenges, but being happy shouldn't be one of them! Whether your unhappiness is defined as an adolescent suffering from bullying, a spouse in a marriage that's lost its passion, a parent concerned with dysfunction in your family, or an individual struggling with grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help. I believe therapy is a place to help uncover your truths, not create them. We all have the tools necessary to be our best selves, sometimes we just a little guidance. While children are my main clientele, I have a heart for anyone who is ready to challenge their potential and unlock true happiness.

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.

NEW Clients welcome - virtual/in-person. Life can be hard, extremely tough at times. Do you feel like life has become too overwhelming? We offer a welcoming and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about any challenge that is getting in the way of improving the quality of your life. Together, we will discover how you can begin to enjoy life again! We have experience with families, couples, children, adolescents, and young adults transitioning to adulthood.

I am glad you are taking the first step towards greater mental health by reviewing your choices for therapy. Therapy can be a positive, productive, and deeply satisfying experience. It can give you a chance to address concerns affecting your relationships, spiritual beliefs, and/or your happiness and peace of mind. Therapy may be active and solution-focused, or quiet and reflective. Allow me to assist you with exploring your understanding of yourself and others, and address specific solutions for the struggles experienced across a variety of relationships.

It's time to make that important step for change. The support of counseling can build on motivation and promote better health and wellness. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults since 2003. Call today and see what you are capable of doing for yourself or your family.

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.

Evening and weekend appointments are available. I work with ages five to adult. Parenting, marital conflict, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression, substance abuse and trauma are just a few of the areas in which I specialize . I expect honesty, session attendance and a willingness to work outside of the session to improve your overall well being. Seeking counseling can be stressful for some .I will provide a non judgmental yet structured environment in which to work on agreed upon goals. I will an individual where they are on their journey.

We all experience ups and downs in our life. Sometimes we have good friends or family members that we can talk to who help us get through the difficult times. Other times we may need more help than those friends or family members can provide. If you find yourself at such a point in life, then I would be happy to talk with you and explain my services. A marriage and family therapist can help you identify the underlying issues and learn skills to promote healing and restoration of relationships.

Are you having difficulty coping with day to day life issues? Are you isolating, withdrawing and finding it hard to get through the day? Is your teenager out of control or do you feel like parenting is overwhelming? Are you having marital problems or currently going through a divorce? If you answered yes to any of these questions I can help. Let me assist you in getting to a better place in your life and improving your family system.

I am a licensed, clinical therapist who works with all sorts of people who are in emotional pain. Think issues like: anxiety/worry, marriage/relationship dysfunction, depression, family conflicts, college challenges, addiction or anger. I also treat emotional trauma and PTSD using two powerful therapies called IFS and EMDR. I am trained in many therapeutic approaches and believe you will experience energetic, customized and meaningful sessions. Having a former 25-year career working for a Fortune 100 Company, I also attempt to bring real life business experiences and skills to the session.

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.

God intends for us to be happy and content while the struggles of this world constantly attack the very foundation of our mental health. Things like intrusive thoughts of fear, jealously, inferiority, anger, mistrust, unforgiveness, and guilt rob us of our confidence and sense of wellbeing. Obsessive behavior or feelings of anxiety or depression can prevent or erode relationships that add so much to our lives. Healthy work relationships, marriage, and family relationships are all negatively or positively impacted by our perception. Our behavior will not change until our thinking changes. Why continue in pain when there is a relief.

Are you currently in transition attempting to figure out what your next move should be or how to navigate current challenges? Do you feel anxious and/or depressed more often than not? Do you use alcohol and/or substances to cope with past traumas or current stressors? Or maybe you're finally ready to live your life on your own terms and need support to start?

NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD AND UNITED HEALTHCARE I have over 25 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or family issues, I can provide you with assistance. I am also a Certified Transformation Life Coach - helping people transform their lives and realize their dreams.

Your spouse feels more like your roommate. You don't recognize them anymore. Neither of you are the same person you were when you first married. Sitting on the couch together is like snuggling up to a stranger on a plane. Neither of you feels supported, heard, or appreciated. Despite being with each other for years, your communication has worsened. You've both become reactive. You ask yourself, “At what point did we lose touch? Before baby number 2? After the umpteenth job change? When their mom moved in ‘just for a couple of months’ a year ago?” You're craving laughter, love, and connection. You're ready to have your partner back.

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.

I believe wholeheartedly that if a person is able to develop an ability to access their own courage, vulnerability, and grace for themselves and others, beautiful therapeutic change can occur. As your therapist, I see my relationship with you as someone who will stand steadfastly beside you in a bond of trust, unconditional positive regard, and empathy as you face the full catastrophe we call “being alive”. Together, we can build a creative and functional toolbox to help you approach life. The goal is for you to thrive through the moments of joy, the in-between, and yes… even in moments of sadness.