Codependency Therapists in Saint Clair County, AL
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Ben Spellman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ashville, AL 35953
Although I specialize in these issues, I also have extensive experience with clients of all ages treating trauma, grief, codependency, and other mental health issues.
Evening sessions available! Accepting new clients! Limited income-based (sliding scale) spots available. I do not have an "ideal" client. Instead, I strive to be the "ideal" therapist for each client. Every client presents with different problems, different goals, and different motivators. Therefore, it is my job as the therapist to meet each client where they are at and provide them with the services they need and deserve. The one thing that I believe all clients have in common is the desire to take action that will promote them to a higher level of functioning in their every day life.
Although I specialize in these issues, I also have extensive experience with clients of all ages treating trauma, grief, codependency, and other mental health issues.
Evening sessions available! Accepting new clients! Limited income-based (sliding scale) spots available. I do not have an "ideal" client. Instead, I strive to be the "ideal" therapist for each client. Every client presents with different problems, different goals, and different motivators. Therefore, it is my job as the therapist to meet each client where they are at and provide them with the services they need and deserve. The one thing that I believe all clients have in common is the desire to take action that will promote them to a higher level of functioning in their every day life.
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Oddesty K Langham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moody, AL 35004 (Online Only)
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162. 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.
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162. 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.
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Ascension Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACMHC, LPC-S, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Cropwell, AL 35054
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."
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Lauren Kasi Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pell City, AL 35128
It's an honor to be a counselor and help others find their way in this world. I'm passionate about working with children, teenagers, young adults, and new mothers. I have experience working with all types of traumas and abuses, PTSD, foster care/adoption, divorce issues, behavioral issues, peer relationships, and Per/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders. If you're going through a hard time or know someone who is and could benefit from counseling, please call me today. Also, we love and need our pets. If you need a mental health professional to evaluate and send a letter of certification for your emotional support animal, call.
It's an honor to be a counselor and help others find their way in this world. I'm passionate about working with children, teenagers, young adults, and new mothers. I have experience working with all types of traumas and abuses, PTSD, foster care/adoption, divorce issues, behavioral issues, peer relationships, and Per/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders. If you're going through a hard time or know someone who is and could benefit from counseling, please call me today. Also, we love and need our pets. If you need a mental health professional to evaluate and send a letter of certification for your emotional support animal, call.
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Called2EncourageInc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moody, AL 35004 (Online Only)
Unleash the power of unity! What are you waiting for? Life's too precious to face alone. At Called2EncourageInc, we ignite individuals to thrive through adversity, achieve the extraordinary, and unlock their full potential. As a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor, let's partner to overcome hurdles, foster emotional growth, spiritually heal and reach new summits. Together, we're unbeatable! Visit our website or call us at 205-651-4260.
Unleash the power of unity! What are you waiting for? Life's too precious to face alone. At Called2EncourageInc, we ignite individuals to thrive through adversity, achieve the extraordinary, and unlock their full potential. As a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor, let's partner to overcome hurdles, foster emotional growth, spiritually heal and reach new summits. Together, we're unbeatable! Visit our website or call us at 205-651-4260.
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Yellow Brick Road Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, RPT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Pell City, AL 35125
At Yellow Brick Road Counseling, LLC, we have a variety of therapists to help. We have locations in Cullman, Huntsville, Oneonta, Cropwell, and Trussville. I am only available in Cullman. We specialize in working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. We also serve adults. Some therapists can only accept pediatric Medicaid so please call to check.
At Yellow Brick Road Counseling, LLC, we have a variety of therapists to help. We have locations in Cullman, Huntsville, Oneonta, Cropwell, and Trussville. I am only available in Cullman. We specialize in working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. We also serve adults. Some therapists can only accept pediatric Medicaid so please call to check.
Online Therapists
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Laura M Boothe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35806
I primarily meet with adults 18+ years experiencing: Relational Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Codependency, Divorce, Life Transitions, Complex and Developmental Trauma, and Spiritual and Religious Trauma.
Are you feeling stuck in unresolved emotional wounds, disconnected relationships, or unwanted relational patterns? Are you feeling pain from leaving these issues unaddressed? What if your pain was met with tenderness, empathy and understanding? What if you found a way to move toward healing and meaningful change? I'd be honored to work with you in a collaborative relationship where you are an active participant in your journey towards finding healing and wholeness.
I primarily meet with adults 18+ years experiencing: Relational Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Codependency, Divorce, Life Transitions, Complex and Developmental Trauma, and Spiritual and Religious Trauma.
Are you feeling stuck in unresolved emotional wounds, disconnected relationships, or unwanted relational patterns? Are you feeling pain from leaving these issues unaddressed? What if your pain was met with tenderness, empathy and understanding? What if you found a way to move toward healing and meaningful change? I'd be honored to work with you in a collaborative relationship where you are an active participant in your journey towards finding healing and wholeness.
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Jeannie Lynch, LPC-S, NCC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Decatur, AL 35601
I employ empirically based interventions that are scientifically proven to be effective in reducing adverse symptoms in treatment of addiction, grief, trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, codependency, and other behavioral disorders.
Because I am passionate about seeing you improve the quality of your life, I offer therapy with a faith-based perspective that will help you deal with your past, embrace your present, and look ahead to a brighter future filled with healing! I will help you break the chains of addiction, past trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, and/or mental illness. My greatest asset is creating a counseling environment free from judgment so we can work on your primary concerns and problems, meeting you exactly where you are. We will enjoy a collaborative experience of give and take with the belief that you are the best expert about yourself.
I employ empirically based interventions that are scientifically proven to be effective in reducing adverse symptoms in treatment of addiction, grief, trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, codependency, and other behavioral disorders.
Because I am passionate about seeing you improve the quality of your life, I offer therapy with a faith-based perspective that will help you deal with your past, embrace your present, and look ahead to a brighter future filled with healing! I will help you break the chains of addiction, past trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, and/or mental illness. My greatest asset is creating a counseling environment free from judgment so we can work on your primary concerns and problems, meeting you exactly where you are. We will enjoy a collaborative experience of give and take with the belief that you are the best expert about yourself.
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Alissa (Lisa) Cohen Lapidus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35801 (Online Only)
I specialize in attachment issues, strengthening relationships, family of origin issues, codependency, and substance abuse.
I have a tremendous amount of respect for those who have the wisdom and courage to seek support in their endeavor to create the life they want to live. I am passionate about helping others live up to their fullest potential and reach the goals they set for themselves. I believe that we all continue to evolve throughout our everyday experiences. I believe that life's challenges and successes don't always look exactly like we thought they would. I'm passionate about working with clients on personal growth, and find both individual and group sessions equally satisfying.
I specialize in attachment issues, strengthening relationships, family of origin issues, codependency, and substance abuse.
I have a tremendous amount of respect for those who have the wisdom and courage to seek support in their endeavor to create the life they want to live. I am passionate about helping others live up to their fullest potential and reach the goals they set for themselves. I believe that we all continue to evolve throughout our everyday experiences. I believe that life's challenges and successes don't always look exactly like we thought they would. I'm passionate about working with clients on personal growth, and find both individual and group sessions equally satisfying.
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Michelle Jennings
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with those who have experienced betrayal trauma, sexual addiction, substance abuse, and families that are affected by addiction. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, boundaries, codependency, self-esteem, and core beliefs. I truly desire to help people discover who they were created to be and live life to the fullest.
I am passionate about working with those who have experienced betrayal trauma, sexual addiction, substance abuse, and families that are affected by addiction. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, boundaries, codependency, self-esteem, and core beliefs. I truly desire to help people discover who they were created to be and live life to the fullest.
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Provides therapy for issues associated with Anxiety, Depression, Codependency, Trauma, PTSD, MDD, Bipolar DO, Schizoaffective DO, DV and SA survivors.
You matter! I am an experienced Psychotherapist, trained EMDR Therapist and a Believer/Christian. I am passionate about helping you achieve and maintain mental wellness, and recover from trauma. Provided individual counseling and psychotherapy groups that included Women and Families of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Individual male and female Felony and Misdemeanor clients, Incarcerated women in Montgomery prisons, and Individuals with mental disorders. Spent 30 plus years providing services to people in need. You cannot do what you don't know, nor give what you don't have, I will help you get there.
Provides therapy for issues associated with Anxiety, Depression, Codependency, Trauma, PTSD, MDD, Bipolar DO, Schizoaffective DO, DV and SA survivors.
You matter! I am an experienced Psychotherapist, trained EMDR Therapist and a Believer/Christian. I am passionate about helping you achieve and maintain mental wellness, and recover from trauma. Provided individual counseling and psychotherapy groups that included Women and Families of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Individual male and female Felony and Misdemeanor clients, Incarcerated women in Montgomery prisons, and Individuals with mental disorders. Spent 30 plus years providing services to people in need. You cannot do what you don't know, nor give what you don't have, I will help you get there.
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Leigh Miller Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35243
Waitlist for new clients
My other areas of specialty include anger management, codependency, self-esteem, communication, relationship issues, & issues specific to the LGBTQI population.
Seeking counseling is a very personal decision. Finding the right provider can be the most important step in the healing process. I believe I have helped so many clients because I use an array of tools and methods which I tailor to a client's unique goals. My approach is to work hard to understand a client's perspective and values. Sometimes this means helping the client explore and discover what that is for themselves. I lead AND follow - I may prompt, encourage, and confront, but I follow a client's pace (willingness and readiness) to delve into the issues.
My other areas of specialty include anger management, codependency, self-esteem, communication, relationship issues, & issues specific to the LGBTQI population.
Seeking counseling is a very personal decision. Finding the right provider can be the most important step in the healing process. I believe I have helped so many clients because I use an array of tools and methods which I tailor to a client's unique goals. My approach is to work hard to understand a client's perspective and values. Sometimes this means helping the client explore and discover what that is for themselves. I lead AND follow - I may prompt, encourage, and confront, but I follow a client's pace (willingness and readiness) to delve into the issues.
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Hello, my name is Angie Gundolff and I work alongside Clients as they build a more fulfilling, authentic, and serene life. I help Clients to work through areas that they feel stuck in such as past trauma, grief, mental health symptoms, and relational issues. I have extra training and experience in working with adults and adolescents with trauma, stress/anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, and codependency.
Hello, my name is Angie Gundolff and I work alongside Clients as they build a more fulfilling, authentic, and serene life. I help Clients to work through areas that they feel stuck in such as past trauma, grief, mental health symptoms, and relational issues. I have extra training and experience in working with adults and adolescents with trauma, stress/anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, and codependency.
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I have a specific interest in counseling adults and teenagers with depression/anxiety issues, sexual addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and sports performance issues.
My goal is to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore and process through their stories in the counseling relationship. I believe it is a great honor to be able to walk alongside clients during their counseling journey.
I have a specific interest in counseling adults and teenagers with depression/anxiety issues, sexual addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and sports performance issues.
My goal is to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore and process through their stories in the counseling relationship. I believe it is a great honor to be able to walk alongside clients during their counseling journey.
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Do you struggle with a harsh inner critic, depression, or anxiety? Is there pain in your past that makes your present life difficult to navigate? Is it difficult to form healthy, fulfilling relationships, and to set boundaries when you need to? Trauma has a way of immersing us in our own world of pain, emerging in the form of harsh self-criticism, unfulfilling relationships, flashbacks, physical illnesses, codependency, anxiety, nightmares, and many, many other difficult symptoms. There is a better way to live!
Do you struggle with a harsh inner critic, depression, or anxiety? Is there pain in your past that makes your present life difficult to navigate? Is it difficult to form healthy, fulfilling relationships, and to set boundaries when you need to? Trauma has a way of immersing us in our own world of pain, emerging in the form of harsh self-criticism, unfulfilling relationships, flashbacks, physical illnesses, codependency, anxiety, nightmares, and many, many other difficult symptoms. There is a better way to live!
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I am a generalist counselor and work with a lot of issues such as anxiety, anger, codependency, communication, depression, OCD, ADHD, crisis of faith issues and trauma I also work with clients processing trauma through Safe EMDR.
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.
I am a generalist counselor and work with a lot of issues such as anxiety, anger, codependency, communication, depression, OCD, ADHD, crisis of faith issues and trauma I also work with clients processing trauma through Safe EMDR.
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.
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Shamichael Kittler Integrative Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gardendale, AL 35071
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 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.
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Christine Ponte
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35216
As a therapist, I believe in acceptance, showing up authentically, and offering a non-judgmental, compassionate, empathetic approach with my clients. I believe that your life is your own story to write, and you get to decide what comes next. It is important that clients feel safe in my office, whether that be in person or virtual. I specialize in treating PTSD, codependency, eating disorders, grief, depression, and anxiety. I am a body positive clinician as well as an affirming therapist for the LGBTQIA+ community.
As a therapist, I believe in acceptance, showing up authentically, and offering a non-judgmental, compassionate, empathetic approach with my clients. I believe that your life is your own story to write, and you get to decide what comes next. It is important that clients feel safe in my office, whether that be in person or virtual. I specialize in treating PTSD, codependency, eating disorders, grief, depression, and anxiety. I am a body positive clinician as well as an affirming therapist for the LGBTQIA+ community.
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April Chapel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, CPC
Verified Verified
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (Online Only)
I exclusively treat Christian women aged 40 and up to increase self-esteem, reduce codependency, and recover from divorce.
Are you a Christian woman in your 40s-50s experiencing emotional distress after a hard breakup or Narcissistic abuse? Are you looking for support but feeling judged by your faith community? Do you have self-condemning thoughts and doubt your value and worth, but WANT to have positive feelings toward yourself? Do you feel emotionally overconnected to another person and want your sense of independence back? Then YOU are the kind of client I enjoy working with! Together, we can evaluate and dispute negative thoughts and beliefs, resolve spiritual crises, break trauma bonds, and find acceptance for realities unlikely to change.
I exclusively treat Christian women aged 40 and up to increase self-esteem, reduce codependency, and recover from divorce.
Are you a Christian woman in your 40s-50s experiencing emotional distress after a hard breakup or Narcissistic abuse? Are you looking for support but feeling judged by your faith community? Do you have self-condemning thoughts and doubt your value and worth, but WANT to have positive feelings toward yourself? Do you feel emotionally overconnected to another person and want your sense of independence back? Then YOU are the kind of client I enjoy working with! Together, we can evaluate and dispute negative thoughts and beliefs, resolve spiritual crises, break trauma bonds, and find acceptance for realities unlikely to change.
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Amy Player
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCS, LPCMHSP, NBCC
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35802
I help clients learn how to cope on a daily basis with; relationships, depression, anxiety, codependency, trauma, self esteem, spiritual trauma & LGBTQAI+ issues.
Just so you know, my eyes don't see the person you used to be, I only see the person you are fighting to become! This defines the work I do daily with my clients. The willingness to face things you want to change, is all it takes. Fear is expected as change comes, however we can BUILD a toolbox of coping skills to diminish the fear & anxiety you have. I will support you with empathy & compassion along the pathway to healing. Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart. Peace in your soul is obtainable, let me help you
I help clients learn how to cope on a daily basis with; relationships, depression, anxiety, codependency, trauma, self esteem, spiritual trauma & LGBTQAI+ issues.
Just so you know, my eyes don't see the person you used to be, I only see the person you are fighting to become! This defines the work I do daily with my clients. The willingness to face things you want to change, is all it takes. Fear is expected as change comes, however we can BUILD a toolbox of coping skills to diminish the fear & anxiety you have. I will support you with empathy & compassion along the pathway to healing. Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart. Peace in your soul is obtainable, let me help you
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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.