Ashley Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed to practice in Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Florida. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Sociology from Louisiana State University and continued at LSU to earn her Masters Degree in Social Work in 2013. Ashley specializes in working with clients with eating disorders of all ages, genders, and diagnoses and has been in that field for the past seven years. She has worked at higher level of care facilities (Residenti...
I have over 25 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, academic challenges, living situations, or family issues, or if you just need some clarification on working on life goals, I can provide you with assistance. Not only am I a licensed co...
Do you feel overwhelmed and out of control? Are you dealing with difficult people and problematic situations? Let us help you focus on the things that you can control and change. Let's focus on changing your attitudes, expectations, and outlook, If therapy could help you find what you're looking for in life, you owe it to yourself to try it. You're worth it!...
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Private Independent License in Alabama (LICSW, PIP). My educational background includes obtaining my BSW from Auburn University in 1998, War Eagle! And then just a year later, I earned my MSW from the University of Alabama, Roll Tide!!! As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have come to believe that healing is found through connection with your tribe, fostering community, and being intentional about your life’...
We specialize in evidence based counseling for individuals, couples, families & groups. Our areas of expertise include: childhood trauma, relationship building, intimate partner/family violence, parent-adult child relationships, gerontology, caregiver support including grief & loss....
Hi there! If you're viewing my profile, please allow me to say how happy I am that you're taking a brave step towards being a healthier you! I am a licensed therapist who works with persons who's journeys include healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and unhealthy familial relationships. I love traditional talk therapy, but I also love to include the interests and skills of my clients which is why it's not unusual for me to have a guitar or paint or video games introduced into...
Each of us have had experiences that have shaped us, affecting how we respond to others, how we express and manage anger, how we communicate, and how we view and value ourselves. In exploring these experiences and developing healthier coping skills, we can have the relationships we want, achieve our goals, and discover the life we are meant to live....
Here at Pathway to Freedom Counseling, LLC, Our primary goal is to create a nurturing environment in which you feel heard and supported on your transformative journey towards healing and personal growth. Specializing in treating women trauma survivors recover and restore every area of their lives. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to explore and process your emotions in a judgement free environment....
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Some of the most common things that I see with students are anxiety and depression. Many times it is related to stressors such as family, relationships, self esteem, overwhelmed with coursework, and time management....
Life isn't always easy. At times, things just don't seem right or the way that we would like for them to be. Life can be frustrating, overwhelming, complicated and down-right messy. It is during these difficult seasons that Sharmen would like to come alongside you and offer strength, hope and encouragement within the confines of a safe and therapeutic environment. She offers virtual counseling to clients throughout the states of Alabama and Tennessee as well as in person sessions to clients ...
Guessing your way through life is stressful. I work with college students who are realizing that there's a lot of things that they weren't taught in school and are ready to take control of their future. Now that you have more freedom and choice, you also have to figure out what to do with it. Who are you? Who do you want to be? What do you want to do with your life? How do you get there? If you're starting out college, you might be trying to get yourself into a routine, make new friends, nav...
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There is hope! Are you struggling with the behaviors of a child or adolescent? Have you become stuck in your own personal growth? I am willing to help you learn to overcome these struggles and more. We can work together to achieve your own goals to manage life situations, trauma, anxiety, and depression to get your life back on track. Allow me to help you explore new ways to cope with life's challenges. My prior clinical experience allows me to work with a variety of mental health concerns. You...
In a world that often values toughness, being a highly sensitive and soft-hearted person can feel like a burden. We might say “yes” when we really mean “no”. And we may feel like we have to act differently to fit in, even if it means putting others before ourselves. Sometimes it can feel tough to find our inner courage, speak up for what we want, and create positive boundaries. This can be especially true when we’re striving for success in our careers, supporting our loved ones emotionally, or n...
Lifecare Wellness Counseling is a Psychotherapy practice located in downtown Tuscaloosa, AL. We are committed to serving the people in our community. We are wholly open to accepting all individuals as well as their pursuit of wellness. We work persistently and intentionally to foster an environment conducive to emotional and social development which means it must also be a welcoming environment respectful of the diversity of backgrounds and appreciative of the richness in the variety of perspect...
When is the last time you intentionally gave yourself (or others) grace? No really… when was the last time? Life comes at us quick and if we’re not careful, we’ll find ourselves struggling with unforgiveness, anger, self-doubt and more; because we allowed the battles we face to win. The truth is, they don’t have to win. We can’t always control what happens to us, but we can learn to control how we respond. We can make the necessary changes to show up in this world in a way that brings us joy and...
Life can be brutal, can’t it?! Can you remember that time in life when you were happy, like top of the world scream it from the rooftops happy? In that moment, everything was right in your world and then well, life happened. Now you look back and have so many questions…What happened? Let me tell you, you are not alone! We’ve all been there in some season of life. But who says this can’t make us better! Every person comes to therapy with their own individual needs. Therefore, we adapt our inte...
Hi, I’m Dr. Upchurch-Butler, a licensed professional counselor with experience helping students in higher education navigate life’s challenges. I work with students who are struggling with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, perfectionism, life transitions, and other concerns that make daily life feel overwhelming. Many of the students I work with feel stuck in their thoughts, over think everything, or constantly doubt themselves. Some put others first while their own needs go unmet, wh...
Drawing from 10+ years of clinical experience, I use a solution-focused approach to teach skills to overcome worry, depression, anger, stress, guilt, low self-esteem, sleep issues, relationship struggles, and parenting challenges. My clients and I work on improving their wellness and their lives by exploring helpful solutions, perspectives, and habits....