Jessie Meyer is a licensed therapist and mental health professional with extensive experience working in hospital and clinical settings. His approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, respect, and a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit. Jessie has dedicated his career to helping individuals navigate life transitions, trauma, grief, and identity with courage and authenticity. Drawing on a background in art therapy, neuroscience, and holistic wellness, he integrates creative expression and evidence-based practices to promote healing and self-discovery. Known for his affirming and client-centered approach, Jessie is passionate about teaching future clinicians how to provide ethical, compassionate, and inclusive care. When he’s not in session or teaching, Jessie can often be found writing, creating art, or spending quiet time in nature, reflecting on the stories and lessons that continue to shape his work as a therapist and educator.

I’m Joy Washington, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to adults navigating chronic stress, health challenges, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, grounded in respect, and focused on helping you build insight, resilience, and meaningful change. I've worked in mental health for over 20 years, and throughout that time I’ve always been drawn to helping people take care of themselves and make sense of their emotions. Supporting others through hard moments feels like meaningful, purpose-driven work for me. I’m passionate about creating a space where people can heal and grow.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and business owner of Renewed Joy Counseling, LLC. I help adults put their feelings into words and process their thoughts in a way that leads to more balanced, positive thinking. My hope is for clients to gain practical tools they can implement in their everyday life, to better their quality of life and live life to the fullest.

I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a space where clients can show up as they are without judgment and begin exploring the thoughts, experiences, and patterns that shape their lives. My approach blends insight, practical tools, and genuine conversation to help clients build self awareness, strengthen relationships, and move toward the version of themselves they want to become. Whether we are working through life transitions, emotional challenges, or relationship dynamics, my goal is to walk alongside you as you create meaningful and lasting change

If you’re looking for someone who will truly listen without judgment and then help you figure out the “what now,” you’re in the right place. I specialize in supporting individuals as they navigate a wide range of mental health challenges, offering both the validation needed to feel heard and understood, as well as practical, actionable strategies to help you regain a sense of control and direction in your life. Together, we work to make sense of what you’re experiencing and build tools that support real, sustainable change, so you can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.

Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in FL, AL, TN, and SC, and I am a Christian Counselor who holds to a Biblical world view and this foundation forms the framework to my clinical training and orientation. 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. In 2011 I became employed by the DOD with my duty station at Fort Campbell, KY embedded with the 101st combat aviation brigade as a behavioral health provider. My experience, and creative approaches can have important and meaningful impact on your life.

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.

Are you struggling with anxiety? don’t seem to manage your daily task, difficulty adjusting to changes? Do you feel misunderstood and find yourself being frustrated? There is hope. You will learn effective communication skills that work to deliver your message to others with no room for misunderstand. Moreover, by understanding yourself and gaining insight, you will be able to take the control over your life. You have the choice to change the direction of the course of your life. At times, certain behaviors do not serve you any longer. Even behaviors that you assume to be ‘good’ such as pleasing people, being flexible, being considerate, can impact you negatively. It takes a great amount of courage to be able to acknowledge this and learn the tools to prioritize oneself. Let me help you pour and fill your cup first so you can be there for your loved ones. My goal as a clinician is to assist my clients to a point, they no longer need me, to be self-sufficient. You will feel confident to take the driver seat of your life and use the tools you have learned or discovered to help you navigate obstacles as they come up. Over 10 years of clinical experience has thought me that you are the expert of your life. As an expert, you will be acknowledged and accepted unconditionally. I take a Person Center Approach and use Cognitive Behavioral Theory in most cases. I also combine other approached as I see fit to the individual needs. I am here to guide you uncover your own strength, inner powers, and self-worth.

I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Alabama with over six years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience supporting individuals and families navigating a wide range of mental and behavioral health concerns, including ADHD, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, grief, serious mental illness, family and relational challenges, gender and identity questions, and life transitions. My approach to therapy is inspired by the lotus—a symbol of renewal, resilience, and peace. In my practice, I create a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. I draw on evidence-based therapies, including ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.

Welcome! I’m Dr. Chelsi Battle, a licensed psychologist with a PhD in Counseling Psychology and over 6 years of experience working with adult populations. I support adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity concerns, low self-esteem, confidence issues, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each individual, with a focus on building insight, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies. I also have specialized experience in athlete mental health and performance psychology, helping athletes and coaches pursue their goals while maintaining balance, self-awareness, and overall well-being.

I am Veronica Harper, age 61, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Over 25 years of experience counseling, social work and counseling. I have a Bachelor of science degree in Psychology, a master's degree in counseling and psychology and a PhD in Human Services. I have a private practice "Harper's Innovative Counseling & Consulting Services. I retired from the State of Alabama in 2016 with 25 years of service. I am compassionate, and serious about the work that I do. My concern is to assist you into getting back to your daily life functioning.

I’m Chelsea Singleton, LICSW, a clinical social worker and Doctor of Social Work who integrates evidence-based therapies with a strong commitment to social justice. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families through approaches such as CBT, DBT, IFS, and somatic therapy, always tailoring my work to honor each client’s lived experience and cultural identity. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where healing, empowerment, and resilience can thrive.

Hello! I’m Keeyana McLish, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years experience providing counseling services. Seeking counseling services can be the hardest step to take, but I am glad you had the courage to take that step. I am here to support you and be there with you every step in your journey towards a more fulfilling life.

I am a licensed therapist in the states of Alabama, Massachusetts, and Hawaii with 8 years of professional work experience. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. In my sessions, the client leads, and I provide guidance along with way. I tailor each session to fit the need of the individual. We will typically use the M.A.P.S (measurable, achievable, positive, and specific) technique to establish realistic goals

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with nine years of experience providing counseling across community mental health centers, school-based settings, and private practice. Growing up in a rural town with limited access to care, I witnessed firsthand the barriers many people face when trying to receive support. That experience shaped my commitment to delivering accessible, culturally responsive, and effective treatment. Since 2019, I’ve offered telehealth services alongside in-person sessions, ensuring clients receive quality care—wherever they are.

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.

Hi, I'm Clarissa 'Shawn', and let me start by saying, "Way to go.... you're here and I'm glad to see you made it today." I want to commend you for taking the initiative to begin the therapy process. You've taken the first step towards inner clarity and understanding, which is a path to healthier balance and overall well-being. We all know that pain is unavoidable in life and allowing me the opportunity to walk with you – to help carry that burden in a space of non-judgmental intent and unconditional support – is truly an honor.

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.

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.