645 Wynn Dr. Unit 5331 Huntsville, Alabama 35814
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Money should never be a hindrance to getting the mental health support that you need. If you are in need of mental therapy but have no insurance or insurance that doesn’t cover the costs of a mental health therapist, please apply to receive a free session, with a licensed counselor.
allows us to provide support from mental health professionals to those that are uninsured or underinsured and don't have access to mental health support services otherwise.
You Can Sit With Us is a chance to have fun and explore Madison County with the friend group you never knew you had! Understanding the positive impact that having community, having healthy social ties and feeling accepted, seen and valued can have on mental health, we invite you to hang out with us at venues and events to connect, find supportive community and belonging.
we've curated a series of events designed to help you embrace the darker seasons, celebrate the beauty in shadows, navigate heavy emotions and find light in the gloom. From glow-in-the-dark paint and sips to dinner with our favorite therapists, something is bound to resonate with you. Check out the dates, mark your calendars and we can't wait to sit with you!
The Love Hunt is a city-wide scavenger hunt that encourages participants to visit various participating locations, engage with mental health professionals, and experience a range of activities designed to enhance mental well-being.
Community of diverse people
Community of diverse people
Community of diverse people
Sandra Griffin is a licensed professional counselor specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. With over 15 years of experience, Sandra has worked in a number of therapeutic settings such as Oakwood University and University of Alabama in Huntsville as a college therapist, Bradford Health Services as an Adult and Family therapist, and Alabama Psychiatric Services as a therapist. Sandra is a graduate of Alabama A & M University with a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology. Additionally, Sandra specializes in Rational Emotive Spiritual Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Cheneka Moss is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Published Author, and Community Mentor born and raised in St. Louis, Mo. Upon graduating from high school, Cheneka moved to Huntsville, AL where she graduated from Alabama A&M University in 2008 with a B.S. in Marketing. After enduring a life-changing experience, Cheneka turned adversity into purpose and completed her M.A. in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2018. Cheneka has over three years of mental health experience, including working with children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, Cheneka enjoys creating educational social media skits and as Lead Pastor of the Mental Health Department, she is able to provide resources for the community. Cheneka’s goals are to provide a safe space for her clients to address their concerns and identify ways to live a life they are proud of!
She specializes in addressing mental health concerns through the mind, body, and soul utilizing different techniques and strategies suitable for each client. Cheneka believes in taking the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach with her clients to find out what thought processes lead to various behaviors and identify a variety of skills to resolve, adapt, or maintain them. Cheneka also specializes in working with crisis/trauma clients, where her motto is: “Trauma does not define us, how we deal with it does. It’s time to reset!” Are you Ready to Reset!!!
Dr. Eva Starner has an earned Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, AL. She also has a doctorate in Family Studies from Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, CA. Dr. Starner is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama and is working on licensure in other states. She has a private counseling practice, and she also teaches graduate classes in counseling.
Dr. Starner has worked with children, adolescents, and adults for the last 30 years in California teaching Family Life Education and in Alabama practicing as a licensed therapist. Dr. Starner specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, social skills, trauma, and ADHD. She also does testing and evaluation for ADHD in children and adults.
She uses different therapeutic techniques when working with clients. She tends to use mainstream techniques such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), RT (Reality Therapy), Person Centered, and Solution Focused Therapy. She also likes to use Art Intervention techniques especially when working with children.
When Dr. Starner is not seeing clients or teaching, she enjoys spending time with family and traveling the world. She has been to six of the seven continents, over 25 different countries, and 47 of the 50 United States. She is always ready for a new adventure.
Jennique Robinson is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A&M University. Jennique has years of experience working with clients who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. Jennique also works with clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and adjustment disorders. She has a special passion for increasing the use of counseling in BIPOC and faith communities. Jennique is committed to her relationship with Jesus Christ. Jennique identifies as a therapist who happens to be Christian, not a Christian therapist. Although she is strong in her faith, Jennique respects everyone’s right to freedom of religion and is open to working with any client regardless of race, color, creed, religion, ableness, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Jennique believes she can change the world one hour at a time.
Kwajulyn Rucker, MA, NCC, LPC, CTMH is a licensed professional clinical counselor in Alabama and Kentucky, certified Telemental Health Provider, and owner of Arise and Shine Counseling, LLC where she uses telemental health to assist individuals with everyday coping in areas such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and suicidal ideations. She has several years of experience seeing clients using distance counseling. Anxiety is primary specialty because worry and fear are often the basis for many problems. Her counseling practice specializes in treatment for both adults and children. Kwajulyn has worked in outpatient and inpatient treatment, substance use, and is a suicide intervention (ASIST) trainer.
Janene Yost earned her Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University, CACREP Accredited School of Mental Health Counseling. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama.
Mrs. Yost has over twelve years of experience in case management and mental health counseling. She emphasizes the importance of a balance in mental health within a wide array of populations, from children and adolescents to adult therapy. She has also begun efforts to complete requirements to obtain a certificate in Registered Play Therapy .
Janene’s areas of concentration include treatment of individuals from childhood to adulthood that are struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, stress and anger management, self-esteem issues, social skill development, overall life transitions . She uses an i ntegrative approach in therapy using tools and techniques associated with, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Mrs. Yost believes that a therapist’s role is to assist client reach their individualized goals through becoming their true self. She understands the significance of the therapist-client relationship and works to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients throughout the therapeutic process.
Leah Bruce is a licensed professional mental health and substance abuse counselor and a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher. Leah’s role in treatment is as a fellow traveler for a portion of your life’s path to identify and overcome obstacles.
Leah is passionate about infusing philosophical concepts of the yogic lifestyle to provide an innovative approach to therapy. She has specialized training in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, narrative therapy, aggression replacement, and chronic suicidal ideation.
Leah obtained her Master’s degree from Mount Mary University, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is a mentor with the Mary Ellen Strong Foundation supporting minority students working toward their graduate degree in the mental health field. In her free time, you can find Leah at a local yoga studio, listening to music, or planning her next adventure.
We work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
Whether you’re battling depression, looking for relief from anxiety, hoping to solve tough relationship problems, or fighting an addiction—our experienced professionals can provide you with guidance.
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Rainwater Christian Counseling helps people by listening to what they want from counseling, incorporating their values and Christian values to determine goals. Treatment plans are behavioral and specific using cognitive emotional reframing to achieve positive attitudes. Supportive encouraging confidential responses focus on the person’s current and longer term situations. Goals are determined by assessing symptoms and circumstances using Biblical principals.
Prayer is included as desired.
Offers individuals and families a safe and unbiased place to address their needs and concerns, and identify those concerns in order to achieve goals through utilizing a philosophy of empathy, compassion, respect, and acceptance.
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Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
We now offer FREE first-visit consultations to answer any questions about the practice, the process of counseling, or any other question you may have before actually starting counseling.
Unity Psychiatric Care offers stabilizing care for older adults experiencing an acute psychotic episode, whether caused by dementia, a prescription drug imbalance or another health issue.
Accepted Insurance: Original Medicare, Tricare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, Cigna-Healthspring of Alabama, Humana Military, New Directions Behavioral Health, SeniorSelect Partners, United Behavioral Health
The therapist should have a Master’s or Doctoral degree in a mental health field which provides intensive training in psychotherapy, so psychology, psychiatry, psychiatric nursing, or counseling. Degrees may include MD (psychiatrist), PhD or PsyD (psychologist), MSW (social work), MA or MS (counselor). Other common credentials are APRN (psychiatric nurse practitioner), LPC (licensed professional counselor) and MFT (marriage and family therapist).
Do not see a therapist who is not licensed. A “certification” in some form of therapy is not a license. A license is a license.
Newly licensed therapists can still be under supervision, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t work with them or that they won’t know what they’re talking about. But this is something you’ll definitely want to know up front and ahead of time.
This is important because this therapist may not be trained to treat your specific issues.
There are different types of therapies and certain therapies work better for certain conditions than others. Your therapist should be able to describe in detail at least one therapy that would work for you and should be able to talk to you about how effective it is.
Honestly this is probably the first question that a lot of therapists get. The length of therapy can’t always be predicted. However, therapists will have some general idea of the typical course of treatment for many concerns. Brief therapy may be only 6 – 12 weekly sessions, while other therapies may take a few months or longer.
Many therapists hold 50-minute weekly sessions, but some may offer longer or more frequent sessions. Also check on available days and times to make sure therapy fits your schedule.
You’re thinking it so you might as well ask it. It’s important to note that psychiatrists are medical doctors and can prescribe medication, but therapists cannot prescribe medication and in most states’, psychologists can’t prescribe medication so if they think that you need medication they may refer to a psychiatrist. But know that your therapist or counselor is your guide. They are there to be a positive but objective presence while you explore your mental health and so ultimately the decision is up to you.
Their answer should reflect that.
This question will have to be tailored to your circumstances, but it gets at the issue of checking in regarding any important personal characteristics about you or the therapist that can affect the therapy relationship. In other words, it may be imperative for you to make sure your therapist fully affirms your ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age group, faith, or any other specific quality, value or belief that is important to you. Don’t hesitate to directly state your needs relating to this “fit” between you and the therapist.
This can sometimes be complicated. If the therapist is in the “network” of providers for your health insurance, this usually equates to a more affordable “co-payment” (the amount you pay for each session). If the therapist is “out of network,” it’s possible your insurance may still cover a part of the fee. Other therapists do not accept insurance, so you pay the therapist the entire fee. Many therapists are willing to be somewhat flexible about their fees, particularly if you have financial hardships, which is referred to as a sliding scale. Don’t be afraid to ask for a lower fee or to inquire about possible referrals to lower-cost therapy providers.
Since the pandemic, most therapists now offer online services, but be sure to check. If in-person sessions occur, find out about office location, parking and other on-site details, covid safety protocols, and so on.
Find out about procedures for notifying the therapist when you need to cancel an appointment. There can sometimes be a fee if you fail to attend an appointment or cancel without sufficient advance notice.
Some therapists will have arrangements to contact them after hours if you are in crisis. Others will provide alternative resources such as local 24-hour crisis lines.
Their answer should reflect that.
Social status plays a huge role in our mental health and so even if your therapist doesn’t share your demographic, it’s important to find a therapist who has a good understanding of social issues and their impact on different groups of people.
This probably isn’t a common question and so undoubtedly you will put them on the spot, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing, because you can get a much more honest review from them.
It’s an optional question and it’s equally optional if they choose to answer it, it’s important for a therapist so see a therapist because it keeps them continually evaluating their own point of view and always evolving and improving which is extremely important for someone who is actively guiding the mental health journeys of others. So, you may not feel comfortable asking that questions and they may not feel comfortable giving answer, but if you do get an answer, it can give you incredible insight into what type of therapist they would be and if they would make a good fit.
We use play and fun as it’s primary means of educating the public on building and maintaining mental health and coping strategies.
