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With life transitions of moving several states away and changing career paths, I have the ability to connect with those who are ma...
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With life transitions of moving several states away and changing career paths, I have the ability to connect with those who are making similar life changes.
Jerusha McClendon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has worked with many people experiencing mental health and addiction personally or in their family. Jerusha has 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Ohio State University.
Jerusha believes there is a need to identify and understand where the seeds of doubt and fear come from, as well as how to connect with the seeds of hope and purpose in the present and the future. Her job is to facilitate the conversation and allow clients to gain insight into their condition and develop an action plan to change their lives.
Jerusha’s superpowers include listening empathetically, relating easily to others, and critical thinking. She believes that all people have purpose in life, and she wants to explore that purpose with clients. Additionally, she strives to create a safe place in therapy so vulnerability can be examined and gains made. Therapy is a change process. Join Jerusha in this change process so that you can be a changemaker in your life and spread that change to others in your inner circle.
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I believe that even after personal trauma and loss, with the right support, resilience, and practical skills, it is possible to re...
I believe that even after personal trauma and loss, with the right support, resilience, and practical skills, it is possible to reclaim your strength, rebuild a meaningful life, and grow empowered through life’s most difficult chapters.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 21 years of experience supporting individuals, children, and families through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, self-criticism, relationship concerns, and substance-use disorders. I have extensive experience working with veterans, adolescents, foster and adoptive families, members of the LGBTQIA+ community; offer Christian counseling.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from New Mexico Highlands University. My approach is trauma-focused and integrative, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy. I am professionally trained in trauma systems therapy and tailor treatment to each client’s unique strengths and needs.
I believe all emotions are valid and deserve compassionate exploration. Together, we will create a personalized treatment plan focused on strengthening insight, building resilience, and improving daily functioning. I look forward to supporting you as you take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.
I am a counselor because I truly believe in the quote “mind over matter” (by Sir Charles Lyell). I think the enhancement of one’s ...
I am a counselor because I truly believe in the quote “mind over matter” (by Sir Charles Lyell). I think the enhancement of one’s psychological processes can be a powerful tool for productivity.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with over 21 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults. I have worked in residential, acute inpatient, and outpatient mental health settings, helping clients navigate challenges such as emotional distress, life transitions, and personal growth. My goal is to meet each client where they are and support them in building the tools needed to move forward with clarity and confidence.
I earned my master’s degrees in mental health counseling, philosophy, and psychology from Jacksonville State University and Walden University. My approach to counseling is personalized and collaborative, using diverse therapeutic interventions that support each client’s individual needs while promoting self-awareness, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Counseling can be a rewarding and transformative process, and I am passionate about helping clients discover their potential and strengthen their mindset. Together, we will work to identify meaningful goals, build practical coping strategies, and create a supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your journey.
As one with extensive case management experience, I strongly embody solution-focused therapies, helping individuals employ useful ...
As one with extensive case management experience, I strongly embody solution-focused therapies, helping individuals employ useful coping mechanisms and rework negative dialogues.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 13 years of experience supporting individuals navigating adjustment issues, anxiety, and depression. I understand the challenges that can arise from day-to-day life decisions, major transitions, and feelings of social isolation, and I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Michigan State University. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on problem-solving, emotional insight, and the development of practical coping skills to help clients build resilience and improve overall well-being.
Together, we will work at your pace to address your concerns and identify meaningful solutions that align with your goals. Clients describe me as compassionate, easy to talk to, and supportive. I look forward to partnering with you as you take this important step toward growth and healing.
Being able to provide support and validation to the LGBTQIA+ community through their many challenges and obstacles has been extrem...
Being able to provide support and validation to the LGBTQIA+ community through their many challenges and obstacles has been extremely rewarding for me and has reinforced my drive to be an affirming therapist.
Savannah Donahoe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a background focused on trauma, crisis response, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender-affirming care, PTSD, depression and anxiety, self-esteem, gender identity-related issues, sexual identity,-related issues, grief, and loss. Savannah is passionate about providing support to folks of all ages through the unique challenges that they face. She values the importance of diversity, self-identity, and multicultural competency.
Savannah completed her Master's degree in Counseling at the University of Montevallo. She has experience in trauma and crisis response, as well as gender-affirming care. Savannah utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), person-centered therapy (PCT), and gender-affirming therapy.
Savannah is confident that she would be able to support you through the different challenges you may be facing. Seeking counseling can be a very difficult step, but if you feel ready, schedule an appointment with Savannah to start working towards a better quality of life.
I know starting therapy can sometimes feel a little uncertain, so I want you to know this is a space where you can take things at ...
I know starting therapy can sometimes feel a little uncertain, so I want you to know this is a space where you can take things at your own pace.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience. I specialize in supporting clients through anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and understanding space where healing feels possible. I value helping clients who may feel uncertain about making changes but are motivated to manage stress, set boundaries, or find balance. My goal is to provide tools that guide you toward clarity, confidence, and healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama. My work draws from evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and person-centered counseling. I am committed to meeting you where you are with empathy and practical strategies for meaningful change.
I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore challenges and discover new coping methods. With warmth and guidance, I help you build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change. You don’t have to do this alone because I’ll walk with you at your own pace toward healing and growth.
My approach to therapy is treating it like the journey it is. I have a mindful, guided approach that I hope will make you comforta...
My approach to therapy is treating it like the journey it is. I have a mindful, guided approach that I hope will make you comfortable and promote grace and gratitude to honor where you are at every stage of your therapeutic process.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 5 years of experience providing counseling and grief support. I specialize in helping adolescents, adults, and older adults navigate work-life balance, major life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, and loss. I have experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, genders, and sexual identities, and I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel heard and supported.
I earned my Master of Social Work from Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University. My clinical approach is compassionate and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based, strength-based, and person-centered therapies to help clients build insight, resilience, and practical coping skills.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, grieving, or facing a difficult life change, you do not have to navigate it alone. I will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals and support you in building confidence and clarity as you move forward.
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!
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Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Montgomery, AL have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.
Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Montgomery, AL will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.
If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.
There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.
Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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