Our counselors in Tuscaloosa, AL offer child therapy

Monica Rich-Mclaurin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in behavioral health. She has supported adults with depression, severe mental illness, and trauma across inpatient and outpatient settings. Monica is passionate about helping clients reshape their perspectives and develop skills to navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in working with veterans, individuals with PTSD, and those experiencing anxiety or stress, guiding them toward personal growth, healing, and emotional resilience.

Monica holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She incorporates trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and insight-oriented approaches to support clients in identifying goals and healing from past experiences. Her clinical style is collaborative, compassionate, and empowering.

Monica is committed to building trust and creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and valued. She makes herself available for emergency sessions and adapts her schedule to meet clients’ needs. Monica invites you to take the next step in your healing journey, and she’s here to walk alongside you.

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!

Stan Peck is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating challenges like ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, spiritual concerns, and more. Stan uses an integrative counseling approach that includes existential and spiritually based practices when desired. He is passionate about creating a safe, empathic space where clients can explore wounds, patterns, and challenges impacting their quality of life.

Stan earned his Master’s in Community Counseling from the University of Northern Alabama. He integrates holistic, strength-based approaches to help clients access their resilience and move toward healing and growth. Stan tailors his methods to each client’s needs and preferences, offering both structure and flexibility in care.

Stan invites clients into a collaborative journey that not only explores what they bring into sessions but also invests in their future. He believes in each client’s innate potential and is committed to helping them move toward healing, wholeness, and personal greatness.

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.

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Lasita Kirkland is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience in mental health. She delivers individual, and family therapy. She provides therapy for trauma, self-esteem and self-worth, work-life balance, family and relationship conflicts, and parenting. Lasita offers culturally responsive and culturally sensitive therapeutic services for members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Lasita works with individuals and families by using a systemic and cognitive behavioral approach. However, each therapeutic approach will be tailored to your specific needs. Lasita provides a therapeutic atmosphere of confidentiality, active listening, respect, collaboration, empowerment, and healing so that you can create your desired outcomes.

Lasita has a passion for empowering others. We have all experienced challenges in life. She can help you find healthy ways of coping, strengthening relationships, and resolving struggles through identifying underlying emotions that keep you from the life you desire. Lasita will provide a non-judgmental environment where you are seen, heard, and accepted.

Dana Wallace is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Dana specializes in helping individuals build confidence and self-esteem while navigating the challenges of anxiety, depression, and relationship issues with family and peers. She also supports parents and caregivers struggling to connect with their teenagers, offering insight, compassion, and practical guidance during these often difficult years. She is passionate about helping both women and men who are living with PTSD stemming from various forms of trauma, including abuse, loss, accidents, or life-threatening events.

Dana earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Alabama and is known for her empathy and active listening. Through a compassionate and trauma-informed approach, she helps clients process their experiences, regain a sense of safety, and work toward lasting healing.

Dana's greatest passion is witnessing people rise above their challenges as they grow beyond their struggles and look ahead with hope. Whether seeking help for yourself, your child, or an aging loved one, Dana provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

Kristeona Pitts Watkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. She specializes in helping individuals navigate life's challenges and deal with anxiety and stress-related issues. Kristeona’s ideal client is seeking clarity and emotional resilience. They may feel overwhelmed by life transitions or relationship struggles and desire a safe space to explore their feelings. Their needs include effective coping strategies and a deeper understanding of themselves. Ultimately, their goal is to achieve emotional balance, improved self-esteem, and meaningful connections, paving the way for a fulfilling life.

Kristeona received her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Alabama A&M University. She integrates mindfulness techniques with cognitive-behavioral therapy in a safe, compassionate space for clients to achieve lasting change and resilience.

Kristeona understands that seeking help can feel daunting, but believes everyone deserves support when life’s inevitable challenges weigh heavily. She invites anyone feeling overwhelmed or unsure to reach out and explore how counseling can foster healing and growth. Taking that first step could lead to a transformative experience.

Catherine K. Thompson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working with a variety of populations. Her specialties include adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, low self-esteem, and childhood trauma. She also specializes in assisting women navigating the various challenges of motherhood, along with people of color.

Catherine earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern Mississippi. She believes that therapy is not a “one-size fits all” approach, and she utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy as most applicable to meet the client’s needs.

For some, the idea of therapy is without stigma and openly welcomed. For others, it’s one of the hardest decisions they will make. It is easy to remain in familiarity. Catherine is extending an olive branch in hopes that you will make the hard decision now to achieve the peace you desire in the future.

Pamela Pierce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, anger, and behavioral issues in youth and adults. She has 9 years of experience working with at-risk adolescents and adults with severe mental illness in a behavioral health setting. Pamela has worked with individuals and couples in a private practice setting for 2 years. She has a passion for collaboratively assisting individuals working through their anxiety, depression, and anger. It is Pamela's experience that behavioral issues tend to stem from an underlying issue.

Pamela completed her bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. She also holds a post-graduate degree in Play Therapy from Capella University. She has 6 years of experience in Child Development.

Pamela’s main goal is to provide you with support and encouragement. She believes that a compassionate ear is helpful in healing. Her theoretical approach to counseling is integrative, utilizing person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and reality therapy. Pam is open to learning about your identity and experiences by providing a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free atmosphere. She likes to meet you where you are to help bring clarity to your presenting problem.