Blue Cross Blue Shield Therapists in Alabama
Finding therapists who take Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), whether through online therapy or in-person near you, can make getting mental health care more accessible and cost-effective. With 24 verified therapists in Alabama who accept BCBS, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to address issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other concerns. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist who takes Blue Cross Blue Shield listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, providing you with timely, quality support that fits within your BCBS coverage.
Availability updated: 6/27/2025
Megan Bigler Tafolla
(she/her)
LICSW
3 years of experience
Virtual
As a licensed clinical social worker, I am committed to collecting evidenced based "tools for my toolbox" to aid those grappling with finding the new normal after their world has shifted. I most love helping people find language to describe their losses, often when there has been difficulty finding the words, inspiring people to find hope again, and facilitate the development of a plan to move forward in a way that both honors their experiences and embraces the future.
I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy. I utilize a combination of psycho education, storytelling, and evidenced-based interventions to offer meaningful insight to support clients’ healing. I strongly believe that rock bottom is the foundation upon which we can rebuild our lives. We do regular check-ins to review progress along the way. Our goal is not to change the past, but instead to find some relief from symptoms that impact daily functioning. I will solicit feedback regularly during sessions for takeaways to gauge progress and curate treatment interventions based on what is most engaging and productive for the individual client.
Nathan Rehm
LICSW
11 years of experience
Virtual
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in stress and nervous system regulation, using somatic experiencing (SE), EMDR, and DBT. My approach is holistic, collaborative, and positive with a focus on strengths and resources. I give clients a personalized path to find relief, calm, release of tension, restoration of natural resilience, and a sense of peace.
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Kristy Baker
LPC
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Alabama. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) from Troy University and have been practicing for 7 years. My passion is helping those struggling with overcoming past traumas, as well as helping those struggling with overcoming feelings of anxiety and depression. I want to see clients renew their joy for life and come out stronger than ever before. I want them to see themselves as victors of their life.
Kristi James
LPC
3 years of experience
Virtual
I’m Kristi James, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and find balance. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Alabama State University and have experience supporting clients through a wide range of mental health concerns.
Using a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Exposure Therapy, I tailor my approach to meet each person where they are. Whether you're working through past trauma, struggling with self-worth, or learning to set healthy boundaries, I’m here to help you unravel the tangled threads of your story and weave a path forward.
I believe healing is a journey best walked together, hand in hand. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless, you don’t have to face it alone, I’m here to support you. Outside of therapy, I love traveling, exploring new cultures, and embracing new experiences. Self-care is essential, and I find joy in life’s simple pleasures: reading a good book, connecting with loved ones, and taking in the world around me.
Let’s begin the journey toward clarity and healing together.
Pamela Babers
(she/her)
LPC
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alabama. I received my Master's from South University. I have been practicing over 10 years. My goal is to foster an empathetic and vigorous community in which all people are guaranteed self-respect, distinction, and the chance to reach their goals. Sometimes in life, daily stressors can become very overwhelming and can cause you to waver or wonder. Life challenges can cause you to be motionless, lose hope, and feel incapacitated by your thoughts.
Terri Hoag
(she/her)
LICSW
30 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I currently live in Mobile, Alabama but I am licensed in four other states as well. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Iowa. I have been a Social Work for 30 years and have worked with all ages. I feel my purpose is to help you identify ways to improve your life.
Allison Bates
LPC
1 year of experience
Virtual
In-person
7 S Summit St, ...
Hi there! My name is Allison Bates, M.Ed, NCC, LPC. I earned my bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Montevallo and have been working in the field of mental health since 2019. I consider myself a very honest and personable counselor and prefer a casual and collaborative approach to therapy. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach mostly pulling from cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and solution focused brief therapy. I work together with my clients to identify therapeutic goals and pull from the different modalities to appropriately challenge my clients and address their specific and individual needs.
I believe you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming challenges you will face throughout your life. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Jennifer Meador
(she/her)
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Specialization: depression, anxiety, bipolar, stress, anger, addiction, grief, self-esteem, relationships, divorce, infidelity, borderline personality.
I hold the following credentials:
▪ Licensed Professional Counselor in 5 states: AL, MS, PA, CO, FL
▪ NCC National Board-Certified Counselor
▪ BC-TMH Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider
▪ Level 2 Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
▪ Certificate in CBTi for Insomnia
▪ Certified Grief Informed Professional
▪ Qualified Substance Abuse Professional
MK Sullivan
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
LICSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Alabama, but provide services to individuals living in Louisiana, Texas, and Virginia. I received my Masters from Tulane University and have been practicing for over 6 years. My practice focuses on healing clients with matters related to grief, life transitions, and unhealthy or difficult relationships in their lives. I work together with clients to facilitate change and healing within.
Lauren Packer
LPC
5 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
1 Chase Corpora...
Lauren Packer, LPC, NCC earned her B.S. in Psychology
from Birmingham-Southern College and her M.S. in Clinical
Mental Health Counseling from the University of West
Alabama. With 5+ years of experience as a therapist, she
specializes in trauma, grief, prevention education, and
domestic violence, working with children, teens, and
adults. Passionate about mental health advocacy in the
Black community, Lauren focuses on creating safe spaces
for teen girls. She founded Packer Counseling, LLC in
Hoover, Alabama in 2022 to provide compassionate,
culturally competent care. Her approach helps clients
explore their thoughts and feelings, embrace change, and
celebrate progress over perfection.
C. Nicole Norris
(she/her)
LICSW
9 years of experience
Virtual
Do you want a therapist who is down to earth and easy to talk to? Then you are in the right place! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
I work from a solution oriented perspective and encourage people to be their best selves. I am not here to fix all your problems but instead empower you to get things done for yourself.
Regardless of what you are dealing with, I am here to help you get through it. I have experience with depression, anxiety, trauma and much more. Let’s work together and get started on your healing.
Chelsea McCormick
LICSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am Chelsea!
If you are ready to begin a gentle journey of recovery (whether from childhood stuff, dysfunctional relationships, unhealthy habits, or sudden loss), I would be honored to travel alongside and coach you through. We can work together to build and strengthen your confidence in yourself (and your decisions), improve your mood, and determine a new, better way to live.
Nicole Chess
LMFT
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Nicole Chess and I have a masters in sport psychology and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have a master's sport psychology degree from John F. Kennedy University and I have a masters in marriage and family therapy. I also have a B.A. in Business with a specialization in management information systems from San Jose State University, which I played on the number #1 golf team for many years and was in the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association). I have a passion for helping individuals transform their lives and dreams into bigger and better ones. I will collaborate with you so we come up with a plan to implement practical ways to make them come true! I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy plus hypnotherapy. I can incorporate these inside therapy so that you can improve outside of therapy and in your daily life. My clients usually see improvement in as little as 3 to 4 sessions. I have worked with lawyers, pilots, pro athletes, techies, and people from all faiths and all walks of life.
Cecelia Johnson
(she/her)
LMFT
30 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
578 Azalea Rd, ...
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am currently licensed in Alabama and Mississippi. I have over thirty years of experience in the field of mental health. I specialize in areas such as stress and anger management, effective communication, behavioral issues, family relationships, grief, life changing events, couple and marital relationships. My skills include motivating, communicating and advocating with regards to Client’s issues. I am proficient in the therapies of Individual, Family, Crisis, Couples and Group Education to promote personal and social growth. I possess training in effective communication, anger management and impulse control techniques, relaxation, social, emotional and functional living skill development.
Tomeka Danne-Wilson
(she/her)
LPC
8 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I'm Tomeka, a licensed professional counselor & certified rehabilitation counselor with over 8 years of dedicated experience serving individuals in Alabama. My practice focuses on providing affirming, culturally sensitive therapy and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. I received my master's from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
I believe in a client-centered, strengths-based approach that empowers individuals to navigate life's challenges-whether related to identity, mental health, disability adjustment, or societal barriers. My background includes trauma-informed care, career counseling for people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+-affirming therapy to support clients in living authentically and confidently.
Gina Porter
LICSW
20 years of experience
Virtual
Unresolved experiences and feelings can influence you in many ways, affecting your well being. It can become difficult to develop healthy relationships, improve life situations, and take good care of yourself. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and empowering environment to allow full expression and resolution of feelings and thoughts. Treatment is tailored to your specific needs, and is paced at a level in which you feel comfortable. I hope to assist you on your path to develop lifelong changes, and become the person you want to be.
Meagan Baxter
LICSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Meagan Baxter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in with 6+ years of experience. I received my MSW from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I am certified in trauma therapy. I have an extensive background as a medical social worker, psychiatric social worker, and case manager for local social service agencies, where I learned to be a strong advocate for my clients. I have previously worked in inpatient psychiatric facilities, inpatient substance abuse facilities, school districts, and home health.
Sherika Thomas-Miller
LPC
6 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
5950 Carmichael...
I am a licensed professional counselor with a passion for supporting individuals through emotional struggles, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My approach is holistic and client-centered, helping you understand the root of your challenges while building coping strategies that lead to lasting change. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, compassionate environment where you can feel heard and understood, enabling you to make meaningful progress in your mental health and personal growth. My goal is to empower you to take charge of your emotional well-being and create the life you want.
Renee N. Smith
LICSW
3 years of experience
Virtual
I am a therapist who believes in therapy. I've been on both sides of the healing journey as a client and a therapist. I know how sacred of a space therapy is and I respect and honor people's processes in their healing journey. I am a social worker first, so I focus on you holistically and work from a strength-based perspective.
Emilio Yonta
(he/him)
LICSW
44 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in FL, AL, TN, and SC. I received my MSW degree from Barry University in Miami Shores, Miami, FL. and I have over 40 years of practice experience. I have extensive experience in community and emergency mental health, crisis intervention. I was in private practice for 21 years serving individuals, couples, families, community agencies and municipalities. While in private practice I also became a life coach and personal fitness trainer developing a unique approach to behavior and life style change. I combined my clinical experience with life coaching and personal fitness training and formed a program called Your Life in Focus. This paradigm became an extremely effective approach to help individuals make significant and sustained life-style changes. My experience, and creative approaches can have important and meaningful impact on your life.
LaShawn Jackson Turner
LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
I’m Dr. LaShawn Jackson Turner, a Licensed Professional Counselor and public health expert with a passion for healing, advocacy, and community impact. I specialize in trauma recovery and behavioral health for individuals, families, and organizations. I help clients build emotionally resilient lives, ethically grounded systems, and sustainable solutions for lasting change.
LaShawn Jackson Turner, DrPH, LPC- “It is my desire to offer a safe nonjudgmental space for
self-reflection and change. Often in life we require additional support to make changes or to meet specific goals. Having someone who is willing and available to provide a protected space for change and transition can be instrumental in making desired changes.”
Tammy Jacobs
LPC
15 years of experience
Virtual
*Please keep in mind that I am Deaf and only serve Deaf and hard of hearing clients that speak American Sign Language (ASL)*
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience, licensed in North Carolina, Alabama, and Oregon. As a deaf professional, I exclusively serve deaf and hard of hearing clients. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals as well as addressing family conflicts and resolving various personal issues. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Adlerian Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Child and Parent Psychotherapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to provide tailored, compassionate care for each client.
Keila Shipman
(she/her)
LPC
21 years of experience
Virtual
I am a therapist with nearly 21 years of experience helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and substance use. I strive to create a supportive and approachable environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and emotions. My style is engaging, with a balance of warmth, humor, and a focus on accountability to help you stay on track with your goals. My mission is to provide the tools and support you need to create meaningful and lasting change in your life.
Sparkle Cunningham
LICSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
Feeling the need to talk about what matters to you? Life's transitions, stressors, worries, and fears are on everybody's mind. In session, we focus on renewing, restoring, and reviving the most important person...you. I am strong in the areas of increasing your ability to become self-aware and more confident. Through therapy we can explore areas of your life that help you to build a deeper understanding of self. This will lead to better problem-solving skills and being able to find ways to restore yourself. I like to deal with your concerns and let you guide us on where we need to go in therapy. I am open and ready to work with you in a focused, yet gentle way.
I inspire people of color to embrace who they are and be more confident in themselves. I embrace all and help you understand that your inner healing helps in dealing with everyday stressors. Let's start reviving.
Frequently asked questions
Why filter by Alabama rather than a city
like Huntsville?
When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Alabama from Montgomery to Birmingham! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Alabama.
Will my therapist take Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Yes! If you use Blue Cross Blue Shield you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Blue Cross Blue Shield you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.
How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?
The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.
What are the "Clients say I'm" badges?
Grow Therapy asks patients about their experience with therapists after they have had a certain number of sessions. After enough responses, we add those characteristics to their profiles to help you find the best online therapists for you. We're still working on collecting this information from all our therapists.
Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.
What to expect during your first session?
Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs.
Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center. Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.
Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center. Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.