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Someone once told me that one of the greatest gifts in life is being trusted to walk with another person in their healing journey...
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Someone once told me that one of the greatest gifts in life is being trusted to walk with another person in their healing journey
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years experience helping those that have experienced trauma. She has worked with victims of interpersonal violence and sexual assault and is passionate about seeing survivors work through their trauma. Her philosophy is letting clients lead in their healing process and she will give them tools, education and resources to continue their journey even after therapy ends. Michelle specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.
Michelle completed her Master's degree in Counseling in 2018 from Faulkner University. She has ample experience juggling life, school and work. Her first career was as a Medical Assistant in a busy practice for 20 years. She worked full time while getting her degree. This as well as professional experience enables her to provide guidance and support for todays busy lifestyle and creating work/life balance.
Life is a journey. Sometimes we are handed things along that journey that weigh us down and make it difficult to move forward. Michelle would like to support and encourage you on that journey, and give you tools and skills to lighten the load. If you are ready to get up and move forward on this journey, schedule an appointment today.
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As a licensed therapist of over 25 years, I understand that issues of concern occur at all stages of the lifespan; I want to work ...
As a licensed therapist of over 25 years, I understand that issues of concern occur at all stages of the lifespan; I want to work with you to manage those challenges and and achieve a holistically healthy and balanced life.
Katrina Freeman is a licensed professional counselor with 33 years of experience in the field of mental health. She is committed to helping individuals, couples, and families address the challenges and issues they are faced with so they can lead more healthy and balanced lives. Katrina specializes in anxiety, grief, depression, relationship issues, and alcohol/substance abuse. Katrina is a National Certified Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She completed her Master of Arts in Counseling at the University of Alabama-Birmingham.
Katrina's approach to care is client centered, and, based on the individual needs of the client. She utilizes various treatment approaches including solution focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
When we experience stressors and challenges, it is not uncommon for our lives to become unbalanced and feel uncontrollable. Katrina can support you and work with you on developing coping skills that will help you regain that balance and control. If you are ready to begin the journey to a healthier lifestyle, schedule an appointment with her today.
I aim to help my clients by empowering change, building resilience, and supporting growth....
I aim to help my clients by empowering change, building resilience, and supporting growth.
Andy Markham is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience providing counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families. He offers a warm, client-centered approach and works with individuals dealing with a wide range of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, school-related difficulties, and family challenges. Andy understands that people face challenges at all points in their lives and may need support to overcome obstacles or move forward when they feel stuck.
Andy earned his Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A&M University. He utilizes eye movement desensitization reprocessing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems.
Andy is passionate about helping clients gain clarity, develop effective coping strategies, and build resilience. He creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, strengthen their relationships, and work toward personal growth and healing. Schedule your first appointment with Andy today!
As a therapist and a person who has done my own work, I meet clients with genuine empathy, steady support, and a belief in their a...
As a therapist and a person who has done my own work, I meet clients with genuine empathy, steady support, and a belief in their ability to grow.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 5 years of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. I help clients slow down, understand their emotions, and develop healthier patterns that feel sustainable. My approach is warm, steady, and collaborative, offering space to explore challenges, build coping skills, and feel more grounded and connected in everyday life.
I earned my Master of Social Work from Troy University and have clinical experience in behavioral health settings. My work integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based tools, strength-based approaches, and solution-focused techniques to support emotional regulation, insight, and long-term well-being.
I would be honored to support you as you navigate whatever you are facing. Together, we can create space for clarity, relief, and meaningful change at a pace that feels steady and empowering. If you are ready to begin—or simply curious about how therapy with me might help—I invite you to take the next step and schedule an appointment.
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Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.
Thriveworks family therapists in Huntsville, AL usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.
The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.
This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.
In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.
Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.
Thriveworks therapists in Huntsville, AL offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.
Every family has its ups and downs. It’s completely normal, for example, to have the occasional fight or disagreement with a family member. However, what started as an argument can slowly morph into a long-term grudge or deep feelings of resentment. The next thing you know, it’s difficult to even be in the same room as each other.
While dysfunctional families make great entertainment on TV, they can be extremely painful in real life. Left unresolved, the underlying issues may impact other areas of your life, including your other relationships, your career, and your overall happiness.
Unfortunately, it can be very challenging to resolve family disputes on your own. Each family member may be so firmly entrenched in their side of the story that any attempt to discuss the situation just ends in the same heated disagreement.
Sometimes, the best way to resolve a specific issue is to call for an outside, objective perspective. That’s where family therapy comes in. A qualified family therapist can serve as a neutral counselor, guiding the family system back into stability. By identifying difficult emotions and experiences, the family therapist can help each family member express their feelings and learn effective coping skills.
If your family’s issues are wearing you down, you don’t need to go it alone. Schedule an appointment with a qualified family therapist at Thriveworks in Huntsville, AL to get started on a treatment plan today.
When family relationships experience a bump in the road, avoidance may seem like the easiest short-term solution. But left to fester, those bumps can turn into mountains and have a detrimental impact on many aspects of your life.
Some of the most common reasons that families reach out for counseling services including:
If your family is experiencing any of these issues, it may be a good time to speak to a mental health professional at Thriveworks Counseling in Huntsville, AL.
If you’ve been dealing with conflicts between members of your family, it may be difficult to imagine anything ever changing. However, family counseling has helped countless families get through rough patches and improve the quality of their long-term relationships.
Family systems can be very complex and getting to the heart of an issue can take some time to unravel. Your therapist will spend time getting to understand each family member’s side of the story, encouraging healthy dialogue to solve problems along the way.
Talk therapy, for example, can help families get to the root of many issues. Working through underlying emotions and feelings can feel difficult but it is often the first step of the healing process. By speaking with a trained therapist, your family members can learn to improve their communication, set effective boundaries, and even develop a newfound appreciation for one another.
A marital and family therapist can provide the objective perspective your family needs to move forward. If you are ready to heal your family dynamic and work towards more positive and fulfilling relationships, the family counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Huntsville, AL are here to help.
We know how difficult it can be to work therapy appointments into a busy schedule, especially when family members are involved. That’s why we offer family therapy appointments in-person and online. For those who prefer virtual therapy, our family counseling services are available via phone or video chat. We also offer weekend and evening sessions to help make therapy as accessible as possible.
Individuals with a Thriveworks membership can begin taking advantage of our many exclusive benefits. These include:
We also accept a variety of major health insurance plans to minimize out-of-pocket expenses. If you’ve been dealing with strained family relationships and are ready for a change, consider reaching out today. Click or call to make an appointment with our Thriveworks marriage and family therapists in Huntsville, AL to help get your family back on track.
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