Therapists in Fairhope, AL
Are you having a hard time getting your teen out of bed to do anything? Does it seem like they are not interested in anything that they usually do like hanging out with friends or playing video games? These are signs of teen depression and it is more common than you think. There are many dedicated therapists in Fairhope who can help.
Some of the awesome places to go in Fairhope include North Beach Park, Fairhope Pier, and Fairhope Community Park. Your teen used to enjoy these things, but not lately. Talk to one of the Fairhope mental health experts to find out why.
Jessica Kelley
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
8 years offering treatment
My name is Jessica Kelley. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Alabama. I started working in psychiatric hospital settings at age 18 and have loved helping people ever since! I graduated from California Baptist University in 2013. I have worked in several states as I transfer with my enlisted-military husband and our two children. Most of my counseling experience has been in high-crisis settings with adolescents, young adults, and their families. I have worked with families and individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, psychosis, abuse/neglect, parenting struggles, stress, and relationship conflicts. I would describe my approach as supportive, empathetic, warm, goal oriented, and client centered. I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, Motivational interviewing, Christian/Biblical counseling, and life coaching approaches in sessions but my personal style is very laid-back and genuine. I don’t throw fancy academic language around or spout off terminology that most people don’t use, but I will be real; a real person who really cares! I won’t tell you what to do, but I will give you feedback, suggestions, and perspective to help you make the best decisions for you and your situation. I encourage my clients to be vocal about their needs and what they hope to get out of therapy. I look forward to hearing from you!
Samantha Whelan
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem
14 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Samantha Whelan and I am an LPC currently licensed in Oklahoma, Alabama, and New Hampshire with 12 years of professional experience. I decided to take a sabbatical to raise my two children while continuing to keep up with professional development thru continuing education. During these years the ups and downs of everyday life with family, kids, and friends gave me more insight into personal life struggles than I could have acquired by only reading a textbook or sitting in my office. I consider it one of the greatest honors of my life to be able to help people who may be experiencing a personal, family, or relational challenge by providing support, practical feedback, skills-sets and tools that I have acquired in my many years of conducting group and individual psychotherapy sessions. The majority of my professional counseling career was spent prior to the birth of my children. This period of intense focus on my development as a counselor provided me with the chance to develop the capacity to exhibit sympathy and accurate empathy when working with some of society's most challenging circumstances. During this critical time of professional growth, I had the distinct honor to work with people struggling with the grip of addiction and mental health challenges. Because of the bio-psycho-social nature of the disease of addiction, I was challenged to become competent in addressing a myriad of my clients social, emotional, spiritual, physical, legal, familial, and financial issues caused by the trauma of unhealthy habits and poor decision making. It was during these early years that I developed my own personal style of counseling and psychotherapy. This style of therapy is deeply rooted in the discipline of cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral theory, motivational interviewing, and client centered therapy . These styles allow both you and I to work together during our therapy sessions. I would also like to mention that I myself have been where you are. I have sought out counseling as well and as a counselor myself I had very high standards. I feel like this experience also gave me such great insight into what it felt like to be "on the other side of the desk" and I truly knew how it felt to be heard and validated and I hope that I can make my clients feel the same way. It is my belief that most individuals fall somewhere along a continuum of change. Many times a person’s lack of awareness of where they might be placed on this continuum is a starting point for our counseling sessions. Change doesn't happen overnight. But, my hope for you is that we can find out what you would like to improve and find out what types of behavior change need to happen in order for you to accomplish your personal growth goals in a safe, confidential setting. Always remember your agenda is my agenda. I look forward to working with you!
Sharmen Rutherford
Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LPC, ICAADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseEating disordersDepression
16 years offering treatment
Life isn't always easy. At times, things just don't seem right or the way that we would like for them to be. Life can be frustrating, overwhelming, complicated and down-right messy. It is during these difficult seasons that I would like to come alongside you and offer strength, hope and encouragement and to equip you with the tools you need to make a better future for yourself. I am a dually Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama and Tennessee, an Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and am currently pursuing an Eating Disorders Specialist certification. I have 16 years of experience helping clients with addictions, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, PTSD, self-harm, school pressures and grief. I am a member of the Alabama Alcohol & Drug Abuse Association, International Consortium of Alcohol & Drug Counselors, International Association of Trauma Professionals, and the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. I look forward to getting to know you and building a therapeutic relationship that will help lead you to your best life!
Crystal Redd
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
16 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Illinois with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Amanda Frederick
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW, LSCSW,CRAADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a clinical social worker licensed in Missouri with over 20 years of experience working as a therapist, leading and directing behavioral health clinics and specialty programs. I have provided comprehensive counseling and case management services for a full spectrum of mental health needs including depression and anxiety, substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship concerns, parenting and child issues, career challenges, transition and change, resiliency, stress management, sleep hygiene, and health concerns. I have been successful in developing therapeutic relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds, using culturally competent counseling techniques. I use a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your unique needs, including cognitive behavior therapy, exposure therapies, and motivational interviewing. It takes courage to seek a happier, healthier and more fulfilled version of yourself, and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that next step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Barbara Mosley
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesDepression
32 years offering treatment
BetterHelp - English I am licensed in Alabama with 30 years of professional work experience. My work occurred as I lived in several states during travel, with my family’s military assignments, and have been licensed in Northeastern & Southeastern United States. I have experience helping clients with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, chronic illness, ({low} motivation, self-esteem and confidence). My work with clients has been within an open, safe environment; created so their thoughts and feelings can be shared with the goals of satisfactory improvement. This sharing of emotional/psychological experiences examines thoughts, feelings privately, safely without fear of judgment. Clients who take these certain steps forward, toward seeking more fulfillment and happiness in their lives, can find courage to continue. I am here to support them during these processes.
Dr. Robert Hunt
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes
24 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with 24 years of professional work experience. My Doctorate Degree is in Marriage & Family counseling including most all aspects of relationship and individual issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Stephen Schottgen Jr
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepression
13 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Alabama and Mississippi with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Dr. Elizabeth Cates
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression
6 years offering treatment
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide therapeutic mental health services to individuals, professionals, couples, families, groups, and organizations through the use of innovative techniques and evidence-based models. I work with all types of clients and families, Military families, Homeschool families, Blended families, Adoptive and Foster Care families, and families with special needs, all are welcome. My professional associations include being a member of the Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International, Chi Sigma Iota, Chi Upsilon Chi Chapter, the American Counseling Association, and the Association for Play Therapy.
Kiera Parker
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Alabama with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Fairhope?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Fairhope that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Fairhope available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Fairhope therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Fairhope therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Fairhope region and in the state of Alabama.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Fairhope can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Fairhope may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Fairhope offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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