The capital of Alabama and the third most populous in the state, Montgomery is a major seat and hub for both government bodies and the military. Montgomery, AL is also home to three major universities, Alabama State, Troy University, and Auburn University at Montgomery. Historically, as a center of major Civil Rights events, and home of active military and veterans, for many there can be a lot of unprocessed trauma. 

When it comes to finding a therapist, Montgomery, AL may have more options than many suburban and rural areas, but finding the right therapist isn’t always easy even in a densely populated city. There are a number of therapy approaches that utilize evidence-based practices to address emotional and behavioral challenges. Which of these approaches is most effective can depend on the mental health condition as well as the individual. For example, treating clinical depression may take a different set of skills than working with the post traumatic stress disorder experienced by a victim of domestic violence. There may be some overlap, but specialization can give you a true person-centric experience. 

Online therapy through a platform like BetterHelp can offer a wider variety of choices. BetterHelp gives you access to over 30,000 mental health care professionals, from cognitive behavioral therapists to experts in crisis intervention. Whatever your mental health concerns, simply fill out an online questionnaire and BetterHelp will match you to a therapist that meets your personal needs. And because therapeutic alliance can be an essential factor in success, if you need to switch therapists you can do so at no additional cost. 

For many, online counseling sessions are a convenient treatment solution, as well. Sessions can easily fit into any schedule, and with video chat, phone, and text messaging options you can talk to your therapist from the comfort of your own home. 

If you are in the Montgomery area and are seeking help for any kind of mental health challenge, whether treatment of clinical depression, healing from sexual assault, or managing family conflict, therapy can help. By reaching out to the professionals at BetterHelp you can be one step closer to finding the mental health and well-being that you deserve. 

 

Psychologist Dr. Sonya McCurdy providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Dr. Sonya McCurdy

Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW, PIP,MPH MDiv
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of experience working with patients who have various mental health diagnosis. I have specialty experience with anxiety disorder, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and personality disorder. I use a client centered approach when working with clients, along with CBT, DBT and MI techniques. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. My expertise is not limited to the aforementioned specialties and I would love to help anyone who needs mental health counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. If for any reason I am unable to serve a client, I can refer them to a therapist that better meets his/her needs. Feel free to view my Psychology Today profile as well as my personal website, https://restorationfaithbasedcounseling.org/, for additional information about me and my therapeutic approach. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

Psychologist Mary Norwood providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Mary Norwood

Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
13 years offering treatment

I am a licensed social worker working in Alabama with 11 years experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including: depression, anxiety, anger management, life transitions, and parenting difficulties. I also have experience with various mental health and behavioral disorders. My counseling style is warm and adaptive. I believe in meeting every client where they are and addressing their greatest concerns. I believe it is most important to treat symptoms and underlying sources that can be contributing to those symptoms. My approach combines focusing on and finding strengths to combine with cognitive-behavioral techniques. I will be sure to tailor your treatment plan to meet you where you are! It take a great deal of strength to reach out for help to improve your quality of life. If you are ready for that step, I am here to help empower you in the process. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Ernest Garrett, III providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Ernest Garrett, III

Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D., M.Phil.,,M.S.W., M.S.,,C-ASWCM, ACSW, C-SSWS, C-ACYFSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
18 years offering treatment

My name is Ernest E. Garrett III, and I have 18 years of post-graduate MSW-level social work experience, within special education settings and the private practice setting. I am currently practicing full-time as a Deaf LCSW therapist/clinician in private practice, which is a dream come true, post-pandemic! I take pride in being able to communicate effectively with diverse clients from all walks of life. I received my M.S.W. degree from Gallaudet University, and I am licensed at the clinical level in Missouri, Wisconsin, the District of Columbia, Louisiana (Inactive Status), and Alabama, as well as pending applications for licensure status in a host of other states. I regard myself a specialist in the provision of culturally sensitive and competent clinical social work services; I offer such services in a culturally affirmative and linguistically accessible environment; I render services with and on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed populations in general and disability populations in particular.

Psychologist Jaleesa McMillan providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Jaleesa McMillan

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Alabama with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Dr. Melissa Chovan providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Dr. Melissa Chovan

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC Alabama,LPC Georgia
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
13 years offering treatment

I am an individual and family therapist with 19 years of experience in this field and 13 years as a therapist. I have experience in many areas of mental health and family and social issues including, but not limited to: generalized anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, PTSD, parenting problems, domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma. I have some experience working with gender dysphoria. I have worked in the areas of domestic violence, sexual assault, at risk youth (alternative education and a residential program), therapy for child protective services cases, community mental health, state prison, private practice, and teaching (online and in person). I am working towards specializing in trauma. I have learned three different types of trauma therapies this past year (Brainspotting, CPT, and Accelerated Response Therapy) and am working on getting certified in all three. Each of these therapies has it's place in an individual's abiity to overcome trauma. However, I deal with more than just trauma and I have more tools (i.e., CBT, motivational interviewing, reality therapy, family systems therapy, and DBT - to name a few). My therapy style is warm, respectful and interactive. I believe therapy is individualized (every person is different with different needs) and the therapy styles. Hope, empowerment, a good relationship and education are things I feel are integral to a successful therapeutic experience. If you want to be heard, learn, and work towards bettering yourself, I am here to support and assist you in this endeavor. I look forward to meeting you.

Psychologist Melissa Killough providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Melissa Killough

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Addictions
25 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Alabama with 25+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Krystal Kemp providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Krystal Kemp

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression
17 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kansas with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Merissa  Pryor providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Merissa Pryor

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW,LLC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
8 years offering treatment

Sometimes in the journey of life we could all benefit from someone to journey with us during the difficult times. My name is Merissa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over eight years experience in individual counseling as well as advocacy, and mental and emotional health. I specialize in empowering individuals that may be struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship issues. My main therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as I believe there is so much power in learning how thoughts influence behavior and emotion and then changing those negative patterns. I also incorporate holistic counseling and solution based therapy among other treatment approaches and tailor my approach to your needs. I am empathetic, non-judgmental, and very passionate about the work I do. I enjoy being able to help others heal, grow and achieve their goals. I am excited about beginning this journey with you!

Psychologist Lori Bateman providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Lori Bateman

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD
17 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Alabama with more than 17 years of professional experience working with individuals and families in crisis. I have experience in helping individuals with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self -esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, dignity, and compassion. I will work with you to develop a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific goals. It takes courage to ask for help and I am here to support you through the process.

Psychologist Eloris Smith providing different types of therapy in Montgomery

Eloris Smith

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Louisiana with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Montgomery

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 Montgomery that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 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 Montgomery available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Montgomery 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, Montgomery therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Montgomery region and in the state of Alabama.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Montgomery 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 Montgomery may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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