Female Therapists in Leeds, AL
Bethany Dowling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, Ma Ed, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Leeds, AL 35094
NO WAIT! Taking NEW clients now. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Is your marriage, family or child struggling and you don’t know what else to do? Is there unresolved conflict or trauma that has spiraled? Together, we will figure out what is going on and work towards creating a plan to meet your desired goals. Time in therapy may unveil things and that are not be easy to talk about or be accountable for. I am ready to help you unveil your inner strengths and skills to achieve a more fulfilled life and learn how to become the best version of you. You’ll gain the most from therapy when you put your all into it.
NO WAIT! Taking NEW clients now. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Is your marriage, family or child struggling and you don’t know what else to do? Is there unresolved conflict or trauma that has spiraled? Together, we will figure out what is going on and work towards creating a plan to meet your desired goals. Time in therapy may unveil things and that are not be easy to talk about or be accountable for. I am ready to help you unveil your inner strengths and skills to achieve a more fulfilled life and learn how to become the best version of you. You’ll gain the most from therapy when you put your all into it.
Julie Kizer
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
Leeds, AL 35094
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard to endure at times. I believe there is power in feeling seen and heard and I seek to give all of my clients that opportunity. If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma - you are not alone. You do not have to suffer in silence. Whether you are struggling with stress in your job or relationships, life changes/transitions, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, bullying, school issues, anger, or other issues, I welcome an opportunity to walk alongside you to find hope and healing.
Life can be hard to endure at times. I believe there is power in feeling seen and heard and I seek to give all of my clients that opportunity. If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma - you are not alone. You do not have to suffer in silence. Whether you are struggling with stress in your job or relationships, life changes/transitions, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, bullying, school issues, anger, or other issues, I welcome an opportunity to walk alongside you to find hope and healing.
My practice focuses on providing support and healing to those who grapple with a range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, and other issues that can effect well-being. I seek to empower clients with effective tools for their unique challenges. In addition to individual therapy, I offer couples therapy to support relationships and communication, and equine-assisted therapy at the Red Barn.
My practice focuses on providing support and healing to those who grapple with a range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, and other issues that can effect well-being. I seek to empower clients with effective tools for their unique challenges. In addition to individual therapy, I offer couples therapy to support relationships and communication, and equine-assisted therapy at the Red Barn.
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Lakedra Rodgers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35210
Talking about sexuality can feel challenging for many of us. I take a sex-positive approach to intimacy, encouraging open and healthy discussions about sexual experiences and desires. I utilize an integrative, holistic, and mindulness based approach, as it is important to have a clear understanding about what is currently important to the client in the present while gently exploring the past. I also assess for tangential topics, such as boundary maintenance, practicing a compassionate relationship with one’s self and partner, healthy and effective communication, and developing mindful practices to inform decisions.
Talking about sexuality can feel challenging for many of us. I take a sex-positive approach to intimacy, encouraging open and healthy discussions about sexual experiences and desires. I utilize an integrative, holistic, and mindulness based approach, as it is important to have a clear understanding about what is currently important to the client in the present while gently exploring the past. I also assess for tangential topics, such as boundary maintenance, practicing a compassionate relationship with one’s self and partner, healthy and effective communication, and developing mindful practices to inform decisions.
Christa Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35206
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief. With years of experience, I have seen the transformative power in therapy. My approach is all about you and your needs, your experiences, and your goals. My goal is to help minimize your distress while maximizing your true potential.
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief. With years of experience, I have seen the transformative power in therapy. My approach is all about you and your needs, your experiences, and your goals. My goal is to help minimize your distress while maximizing your true potential.
Alison Creighton Johnson
Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35213
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, questions of purpose, life transitions or familial and relational concerns, know that I will meet you where you are today. As a counselor, I work to create a safe space for you, explore the mysteries of life, heal and grow into becoming who you were created to be. I value integrating emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual exploration in the counseling process creatively. You are here for a reason and you are here for a purpose. It is worth navigating what an abundant life could look like.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, questions of purpose, life transitions or familial and relational concerns, know that I will meet you where you are today. As a counselor, I work to create a safe space for you, explore the mysteries of life, heal and grow into becoming who you were created to be. I value integrating emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual exploration in the counseling process creatively. You are here for a reason and you are here for a purpose. It is worth navigating what an abundant life could look like.
Felicity Blunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35242 (Online Only)
Would you like to have a more fulfilling life? Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? We all feel like this sometimes and could use some help finding answers. I can develop a unique treatment plan based on the specific goals you would like to accomplish. Please allow me to help you identify ways to bring more balance and peace to your life. Reaching for help is the first brave step toward wholeness. Please call, text, or email today.
Would you like to have a more fulfilling life? Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? We all feel like this sometimes and could use some help finding answers. I can develop a unique treatment plan based on the specific goals you would like to accomplish. Please allow me to help you identify ways to bring more balance and peace to your life. Reaching for help is the first brave step toward wholeness. Please call, text, or email today.
Peggy Hobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irondale, AL 35210
My passion is to help others find healing, peace and empowerment in their life. I offer a warm and welcoming presence as well as curiosity and openness. I have walked with many individuals who have worked through issues of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relational difficulties and life transitions. I offer a safe place to unpack the story of your life, patterns in your relationships and places of difficulty that have burdened you or have kept you isolated. My hope is that in this work you will experience more authenticity, connection, and healing in your life.
My passion is to help others find healing, peace and empowerment in their life. I offer a warm and welcoming presence as well as curiosity and openness. I have walked with many individuals who have worked through issues of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relational difficulties and life transitions. I offer a safe place to unpack the story of your life, patterns in your relationships and places of difficulty that have burdened you or have kept you isolated. My hope is that in this work you will experience more authenticity, connection, and healing in your life.
Storeyhouse Counseling & Consulting-Tiffany Storey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35206
Congratulations for taking steps toward a better and more fulfilling future! We're excited to work alongside you and helping you to achieve the goals and aspirations you desire. This experience will focus on helping you to create and follow a personalized blueprint for reaching meaningful change.
Congratulations for taking steps toward a better and more fulfilling future! We're excited to work alongside you and helping you to achieve the goals and aspirations you desire. This experience will focus on helping you to create and follow a personalized blueprint for reaching meaningful change.
Mallory Lamm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35213
Waitlist for new clients
What if your negative thoughts and beliefs weren't consuming you every moment of the day? What if you could move throughout your day without overwhelming anxiety or crippling depression? What if you saw life in color again and felt like you could breathe again? I truly believe healing is possible. I personally have found deep proud healing through brainspotting therapy. My goal is to help you do the same with advanced brainspotting practices.
What if your negative thoughts and beliefs weren't consuming you every moment of the day? What if you could move throughout your day without overwhelming anxiety or crippling depression? What if you saw life in color again and felt like you could breathe again? I truly believe healing is possible. I personally have found deep proud healing through brainspotting therapy. My goal is to help you do the same with advanced brainspotting practices.
Brandy Smith is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Alabama with 13+ years post-doctoral experience. She was trained as a generalist and earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from University of Memphis. Brandy works with adults and approaches clinical work collaboratively: meeting clients where they are and working together to reach their goals. She is well-trained to address diversity broadly defined, especially with concerns related to gender, sexual orientation, and race.
Brandy Smith is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Alabama with 13+ years post-doctoral experience. She was trained as a generalist and earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from University of Memphis. Brandy works with adults and approaches clinical work collaboratively: meeting clients where they are and working together to reach their goals. She is well-trained to address diversity broadly defined, especially with concerns related to gender, sexual orientation, and race.
Whitney Elrod
Associate Licensed Counselor, MS, ALC, NCC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35213
Starting counseling, whether for the first time or 10th time, can be daunting. Even if you know it's time, opening up may feel vulnerable. The thought of change is often overwhelming, or downright scary. I assure you that with me, all you need is desire for growth and willingness to try. I’m here to help. We'll create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My specialties include sexuality counseling, substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and challenging life transitions. No obstacle is too great.
Starting counseling, whether for the first time or 10th time, can be daunting. Even if you know it's time, opening up may feel vulnerable. The thought of change is often overwhelming, or downright scary. I assure you that with me, all you need is desire for growth and willingness to try. I’m here to help. We'll create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My specialties include sexuality counseling, substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and challenging life transitions. No obstacle is too great.
Beverly Ward - Still Waters Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Trussville, AL 35173
Hi, I'm Beverly. I’m glad that you've made your way to this page in your search for solutions. I believe that God has them for you and that you're not alone. Life’s problems, including mental health issues, are real, common, and treatable. Recovery is possible. In therapy with me, every single part of you is welcome. Our therapy sessions are a place for you to lay your burdens down and be refreshed and renewed. It's likely we will laugh a lot, and we may also cry. Each of us is different and multifaceted. I'm interested in seeing the real you shine and in helping you see it too.
Hi, I'm Beverly. I’m glad that you've made your way to this page in your search for solutions. I believe that God has them for you and that you're not alone. Life’s problems, including mental health issues, are real, common, and treatable. Recovery is possible. In therapy with me, every single part of you is welcome. Our therapy sessions are a place for you to lay your burdens down and be refreshed and renewed. It's likely we will laugh a lot, and we may also cry. Each of us is different and multifaceted. I'm interested in seeing the real you shine and in helping you see it too.
Have you received multiple diagnoses from providers but do not understand what they mean or wonder if they are correct? If you are seeking clarity about your symptoms and an individualized treatment plan, now might be the time to consider a psychological assessment. A psychological assessment involves 3+ hours of interview and testing plus 5+ hours of interpretation and feedback. Assessment can get to the root of an issue and narrow in on core issues and strengths, which can be used to improve your therapy and medication plans. Psychological assessment aims to give answers.
Have you received multiple diagnoses from providers but do not understand what they mean or wonder if they are correct? If you are seeking clarity about your symptoms and an individualized treatment plan, now might be the time to consider a psychological assessment. A psychological assessment involves 3+ hours of interview and testing plus 5+ hours of interpretation and feedback. Assessment can get to the root of an issue and narrow in on core issues and strengths, which can be used to improve your therapy and medication plans. Psychological assessment aims to give answers.
If you're struggling with waking up to get out of bed, finding motivation, procrastination, trouble coping, regulating your big emotions, or issues such as anxiety, past or current trauma, sexual issues, or ADHD issues; reach out and let's start your healing process. Together, we can work through those feelings of being stuck and let me help you develop the skills necessary to thrive daily. "The wound is not your fault, but healing is your responsibility."
If you're struggling with waking up to get out of bed, finding motivation, procrastination, trouble coping, regulating your big emotions, or issues such as anxiety, past or current trauma, sexual issues, or ADHD issues; reach out and let's start your healing process. Together, we can work through those feelings of being stuck and let me help you develop the skills necessary to thrive daily. "The wound is not your fault, but healing is your responsibility."
Dr. Abby Hogan Blair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, CEDS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35213
Deciding to come to therapy is a difficult first step to make in starting one's journey. Making changes to one's life can be a hard process, but I hope to walk alongside each client as we work together.
Deciding to come to therapy is a difficult first step to make in starting one's journey. Making changes to one's life can be a hard process, but I hope to walk alongside each client as we work together.
Ascension Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACMHC, LPC-S, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Trussville, AL 35173
My philosophy in counseling is to provide a safe place, a listening ear, an open mind, and practical treatment of each client. My vision is to help each person "make life manageable, one moment at a time."
My philosophy in counseling is to provide a safe place, a listening ear, an open mind, and practical treatment of each client. My vision is to help each person "make life manageable, one moment at a time."
Oddesty K Langham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moody, AL 35004 (Online Only)
I help women and moms find peace in life and learn ways to manage difficulties.
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 or send us a message. Are you constantly worried and feeling unsure? Have you fallen into this dark place where you lack motivation to do the things you need to do or the things you want to do? Have your relationships suffered as a result of your increasing inability to function at a desired level? Are you overwhelmed with the stressors of life and don't know how to better manage being pulled in what feels like 100 different directions at once? I help Women, Moms and College students address mental health and life concerns and learn ways to live a more fulfilling life.
I help women and moms find peace in life and learn ways to manage difficulties.
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 or send us a message. Are you constantly worried and feeling unsure? Have you fallen into this dark place where you lack motivation to do the things you need to do or the things you want to do? Have your relationships suffered as a result of your increasing inability to function at a desired level? Are you overwhelmed with the stressors of life and don't know how to better manage being pulled in what feels like 100 different directions at once? I help Women, Moms and College students address mental health and life concerns and learn ways to live a more fulfilling life.
Spoonie Strong Counseling and Career Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35233 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals with disabilities and chronic illness, helping with coping skills and the process of adjusting to life with chronic illness, as well as improving quality of life. In addition to mental health counseling, I offer career counseling services at a private pay rate of $150/session. As a person who lives with multiple chronic illnesses herself, I understand the toll, both physical and mental, that living with chronic illness and disability can take on a person.
I specialize in working with individuals with disabilities and chronic illness, helping with coping skills and the process of adjusting to life with chronic illness, as well as improving quality of life. In addition to mental health counseling, I offer career counseling services at a private pay rate of $150/session. As a person who lives with multiple chronic illnesses herself, I understand the toll, both physical and mental, that living with chronic illness and disability can take on a person.
Lee Hotze
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Crestline Heights, AL 35213 (Online Only)
Lee is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health profession. She is passionate about helping those seeking to enter counseling to create change with the goal of positive outcomes. Lee specializes in treating adults and seniors who are seeking help with concerns or conditions related to anxiety, behavioral issues, career-related issues, poor coping skills, family conflict, stress, parenting, relationship issues, academic issues, low self-esteem, and more. Lee completed her Master's in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University.
Lee is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health profession. She is passionate about helping those seeking to enter counseling to create change with the goal of positive outcomes. Lee specializes in treating adults and seniors who are seeking help with concerns or conditions related to anxiety, behavioral issues, career-related issues, poor coping skills, family conflict, stress, parenting, relationship issues, academic issues, low self-esteem, and more. Lee completed her Master's in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.