Counseling services in birmingham, AL
I specialize in a trauma-informed, attachment-based approach to working with adults and couples (18 years and older). I offer faith-based counseling, however it is up to the client how spirituality is incorporated in counseling.
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Every client is unique and their experiences different. Together, we will identify collaborative goals for your counseling journey. Here are a few common areas of concern from clients:
Anxiety or Panic Attacks
Depression
Trauma
Pre/Post-Natal Mental Health
Life Transitions
Grief
Stress Management
Relational Tension
Codependency
Sexual trauma and abuse
Boundaries
Processing Personal History
Family of Origin Issues
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Connection is a basic need. But, we don’t always know how to achieve the intimacy we are longing for. In relationship counseling, I aim to guide the couple in developing secure attachments, engaging emotionally, and developing new ways of relating. Additionally, I am certified in Prepare/Enrich, SYMBIS, and Gottman approaches to marriage counseling.
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Research shows that premarital counseling improves long-term marriage outcomes by 31%. I provide premarital counseling through couples counseling or periodic premarital counseling groups. We will look at your strengths as a couple as well as expectations and anticipations for your future marriage.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of therapy used to help the brain resolve unprocessed memories. It is extensively researched, with great results for clients who have experienced trauma, as well as anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, phobias, and other distressing life experiences. Rather than focusing on changing the emotions, thoughts, or behaviors resulting from the distressing issue, EMDR allows the brain to resume its natural healing process.