Psychodynamic Therapists in Hoover, AL
Connecting your subconscious with your conscious is essential in the psychodynamic approach.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Connecting your subconscious with your conscious is essential in the psychodynamic approach.
Traumatic events or issues with family, relationship and work can lead to depression, chronic anxiety, grief and PTSD. Resultantly, the quality of life deteriorates. Psychotherapy (counseling) enables you to explore your cognitive and emotional sides. It involves connecting your past wounds and present emotions. Psychodynamic therapy enables you to go beyond managing your present emotions and go to the source. I have explored and had many diversified experiences in Spirituality which is important in terms of your present and past experiences. My holistic orientation includes heed to nutrition in all matters related to the MIND-BODY-SPIRIT connection.
Caroline Veazey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35244 (Online Only)
With a person-centered, psychodynamic approach, we’ll focus on both the present and hard pieces of your past.
Do anxiety and depression rule your life? Do you believe you’ll always have days where getting out of bed seems impossible? Does living authentically in your sexual identity seem terrifying? Are your relationships sometimes fueled by misunderstandings? Living free of these fears and frustrations is actually possible. Having someone understand is possible. I can help you get there.
With a person-centered, psychodynamic approach, we’ll focus on both the present and hard pieces of your past.
Do anxiety and depression rule your life? Do you believe you’ll always have days where getting out of bed seems impossible? Does living authentically in your sexual identity seem terrifying? Are your relationships sometimes fueled by misunderstandings? Living free of these fears and frustrations is actually possible. Having someone understand is possible. I can help you get there.
Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Do you have difficulty making decisions, often feel stuck, and over-analyze? Do you notice a lack of connection in your relationships? Are you feeling burnt out, resentful, burdened, or like nothing you do is ever good enough? You are not alone. Life can be tricky and every one of us needs support. You are taking a courageous step to seek counseling during this season of your life. My hope is, as you acknowledge your emotions, challenge harmful beliefs, and build trust and self-confidence, your time in therapy will bring peace, wholeness, healing, and deeper connections with yourself and others.
Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Do you have difficulty making decisions, often feel stuck, and over-analyze? Do you notice a lack of connection in your relationships? Are you feeling burnt out, resentful, burdened, or like nothing you do is ever good enough? You are not alone. Life can be tricky and every one of us needs support. You are taking a courageous step to seek counseling during this season of your life. My hope is, as you acknowledge your emotions, challenge harmful beliefs, and build trust and self-confidence, your time in therapy will bring peace, wholeness, healing, and deeper connections with yourself and others.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience providing therapy for youth and families. I help people connect and develop compassion for themselves and others. I teach interpersonal skills. I teach emotional regulation and distress tolerance. I help with recovery after trauma. I have experience treating a range of ages and mental health problems. When needed, I am an excellent diagnostician. I work closely with psychiatry and I am knowledgeable about medication options. I enjoy helping people understand their brain and the, “why,” behind problematic symptoms, behaviors and patterns that keep them stuck.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience providing therapy for youth and families. I help people connect and develop compassion for themselves and others. I teach interpersonal skills. I teach emotional regulation and distress tolerance. I help with recovery after trauma. I have experience treating a range of ages and mental health problems. When needed, I am an excellent diagnostician. I work closely with psychiatry and I am knowledgeable about medication options. I enjoy helping people understand their brain and the, “why,” behind problematic symptoms, behaviors and patterns that keep them stuck.
Asia Julia Gorg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35226 (Online Only)
Do you feel alone? Life can be difficult, and this can leave a person feeling helpless. One may be unable to see things positively and think others do not understand what is happening. This can make you feel alone and misjudged by your loved ones or others. Through therapy, you could walk through life with the possibility of regaining hope and confidence. One of my passions is to help everyone feel empowered to overcome whatever barriers they are going through.
Do you feel alone? Life can be difficult, and this can leave a person feeling helpless. One may be unable to see things positively and think others do not understand what is happening. This can make you feel alone and misjudged by your loved ones or others. Through therapy, you could walk through life with the possibility of regaining hope and confidence. One of my passions is to help everyone feel empowered to overcome whatever barriers they are going through.
Jennifer Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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.
Jennifer Waters-McCombs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35226
There is no better time than the present to make changes. Are you tired of not making the most of your life? Is parenting, life changes, stress, or negativity making life harder? I sincerely believe that people want to make positive changes in their lives but oftentimes do not know where to start. Because some people may be apprehensive about starting counseling, I work to create an atmosphere that is non-judgmental. In addition, I strive to build a partnership with the client by understanding what they want to work on and how we can tackle that together.
There is no better time than the present to make changes. Are you tired of not making the most of your life? Is parenting, life changes, stress, or negativity making life harder? I sincerely believe that people want to make positive changes in their lives but oftentimes do not know where to start. Because some people may be apprehensive about starting counseling, I work to create an atmosphere that is non-judgmental. In addition, I strive to build a partnership with the client by understanding what they want to work on and how we can tackle that together.
I intimately understand the immense toll that long hours, complex responsibilities, and the ability to analyze and anticipate complex systems can take on physicians, executive leaders and mental health providers. Working across various sectors of healthcare and business administration has provided me with first-hand insight into the unique challenges these professionals face. I have witnessed how burnout and fatigue can insidiously undermine mental health and overall well- being of highly skilled professionals.
I intimately understand the immense toll that long hours, complex responsibilities, and the ability to analyze and anticipate complex systems can take on physicians, executive leaders and mental health providers. Working across various sectors of healthcare and business administration has provided me with first-hand insight into the unique challenges these professionals face. I have witnessed how burnout and fatigue can insidiously undermine mental health and overall well- being of highly skilled professionals.
Marie Danner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW-S, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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Have you been told you have PTSD? Or, do you have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or negative self-talk that all started with a traumatic event(s)? If so, you have come to the right place. People with trauma often find themselves spending countless hours in therapy but not getting lasting relief. That is because not every therapist is specially trained to treat trauma, and not every therapy intervention is able to access the part of the brain where traumatic memories live.
Have you been told you have PTSD? Or, do you have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or negative self-talk that all started with a traumatic event(s)? If so, you have come to the right place. People with trauma often find themselves spending countless hours in therapy but not getting lasting relief. That is because not every therapist is specially trained to treat trauma, and not every therapy intervention is able to access the part of the brain where traumatic memories live.
Marisa Holland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
Update as of 4/19/24: Accepting potential slots for tweens, teens, or ladies looking for Saturday appointment with a recently added Counselor to the practice! Looking to change negative or challenging aspects of your life? Trauma, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and recent life changes are just a few examples of daily ups and downs that everyone can struggle with from time to time. How to begin making any changes can be hard and/or overwhelming but you and I will work together to develop approaches that work to solve or manage these challenges.
Update as of 4/19/24: Accepting potential slots for tweens, teens, or ladies looking for Saturday appointment with a recently added Counselor to the practice! Looking to change negative or challenging aspects of your life? Trauma, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and recent life changes are just a few examples of daily ups and downs that everyone can struggle with from time to time. How to begin making any changes can be hard and/or overwhelming but you and I will work together to develop approaches that work to solve or manage these challenges.
Kristen M Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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.
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.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35226
Are you in the middle of a challenging time? I help people navigate the transitions that often occur in life; including illness, divorce, and grief related to all types of loss. I enjoy helping people heal from life's most difficult events, such as sexual assault, childhood abuse, religious trauma, medical trauma, acts of violence and other similar incidents. You have inherent beauty and worth. I believe my role as a therapist is to assist and guide you as you move toward a healthier life.
Are you in the middle of a challenging time? I help people navigate the transitions that often occur in life; including illness, divorce, and grief related to all types of loss. I enjoy helping people heal from life's most difficult events, such as sexual assault, childhood abuse, religious trauma, medical trauma, acts of violence and other similar incidents. You have inherent beauty and worth. I believe my role as a therapist is to assist and guide you as you move toward a healthier life.
Jocelyn Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, JSOCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
There is hope! Have you become stuck in your own personal growth? Are you struggling with the behaviors of a child or adolescent? I am willing to help you learn to overcome these struggles and more. We can work together to achieve your own goals, manage life situations, trauma, anxiety, and depression to get your life back on track. Allow me to help you explore new ways to cope with life's challenges.
There is hope! Have you become stuck in your own personal growth? Are you struggling with the behaviors of a child or adolescent? I am willing to help you learn to overcome these struggles and more. We can work together to achieve your own goals, manage life situations, trauma, anxiety, and depression to get your life back on track. Allow me to help you explore new ways to cope with life's challenges.
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.
Emmaus Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35226 (Online Only)
Do you feel no one understands you? Do you feel alone? Life can be difficult, leaving you feeling helpless and confused. And seeing that others misjudge you and do not understand your difficulties. I want to be that person who helps you walk through life with the possibility of regaining your hope and confidence. One of my passions is to help everyone feel empowered to overcome whatever barriers they are going through.
Do you feel no one understands you? Do you feel alone? Life can be difficult, leaving you feeling helpless and confused. And seeing that others misjudge you and do not understand your difficulties. I want to be that person who helps you walk through life with the possibility of regaining your hope and confidence. One of my passions is to help everyone feel empowered to overcome whatever barriers they are going through.
Shirley A. Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, LPC, NCC, ACPE-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35244
Sometimes we come to places in our lives when we don't know where to turn. At these times, we need someone to walk alongside us as we search. When I am invited to be that person, my role as your counselor is to provide a caring relationship of trust in which you can find healing and hope. I've heard it said, "It is in relationships that we become broken, and it is in relationships that we can find healing." Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
Sometimes we come to places in our lives when we don't know where to turn. At these times, we need someone to walk alongside us as we search. When I am invited to be that person, my role as your counselor is to provide a caring relationship of trust in which you can find healing and hope. I've heard it said, "It is in relationships that we become broken, and it is in relationships that we can find healing." Whether you are an individual, couple or family, I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you - wherever you are in your journey.
Strive Counseling Services, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, RPT
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35216
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
Jay Pesek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35244
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.
Erica Wilbanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
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.
Everyone needs someone to talk to, someone who will really listen. When you find yourself at one of life's crossroads wondering which way to turn, it helps to have a safe place to talk and a safe person to hear you out. You will find that place here, along with an objective, non-judgmental, professional perspective that the most well-meaning friends and family may not provide. Together we can explore your options, choices, questions, hurts, and strengths in ways you might not have previously considered so that you can continue working through your wounds rather than living them out. Being seen, heard, and understood is healing.
Everyone needs someone to talk to, someone who will really listen. When you find yourself at one of life's crossroads wondering which way to turn, it helps to have a safe place to talk and a safe person to hear you out. You will find that place here, along with an objective, non-judgmental, professional perspective that the most well-meaning friends and family may not provide. Together we can explore your options, choices, questions, hurts, and strengths in ways you might not have previously considered so that you can continue working through your wounds rather than living them out. Being seen, heard, and understood is healing.
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Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.