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Top therapists in Alabama accepting new patients

Connect with 690 compassionate providers throughout Alabama offering talk therapy and medication support. Headway works directly with your insurance to maximize coverage and minimize out-of-pocket costs. Get started with a free consultation and find the right fit for your care needs.

Percy Ford

Percy Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Percy Ford, MC, LPC-MHSP established Lighthouse Correctional Counseling and Mental Health Services in 2012 to provide Individual Psychotherapy, Family Counseling, Group Therapy and Couples Counseling to offenders and their families. Mr. Ford earned a BS in Social Work from Tuskegee University in 1997 and graduated from Argosy University School of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences in 2007 with a MA in Professional Counseling.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Callam

Heather Callam

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlar Barnes

Charlar Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnece Smith

Johnece Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Birmingham, AL


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Deanna Hatcher

Deanna Hatcher

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kendra Rhodes

Kendra Rhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Montgomery, AL


“I work with clients from a holistic approach. I use person-centered, solution focus and mindfulness counseling styles.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Dogans

Candice Dogans

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Candice helps her clients develop self awareness and insight into the nature of their problems, in order to increase life satisfaction, connection to others, and accomplish their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria McAllister

Maria McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Derek Smith

Derek Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anniston, AL


“Trauma and anxiety are my specialties which are informed from personal and professional experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Mind Body Spirit Mft

Mind Body Spirit Mft

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“We provide an integrative approach to therapy incorporating EMDR therapy and holistic practices such as, sound healing, breath work, and trauma-informed yoga...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Alabama

Number of therapists serving Alabama
There are over 686 therapists in Alabama accepting new patients.
686+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 79%Trauma
  • 78%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 53%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 40%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 15%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 44%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - Private Independent Practice
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Alabama

Searching for therapists in Alabama starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want to address. Across the state, options vary between larger areas like Birmingham, Montgomery, and Mobile and more rural communities. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions, or trauma. As you compare Alabama therapists, look for specialties, therapy approaches, and listed experience that match your needs. A therapist’s bio can also show how they describe their style, what sessions may focus on, and which concerns they often support.

Location, scheduling, and format also matter when choosing a therapist in Alabama. Some people prefer in-person sessions near home or work, while others choose virtual appointments for more flexibility across the state. If you live outside larger metro areas, virtual therapy may give you more options than a local-only search. Before booking, check whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles closely can help you compare communication style, session structure, and approach before you decide.

The cost of therapy in Alabama varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway makes it easier to find therapists who accept insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from therapists who are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your plan details to confirm coverage for your specific location. From there, you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.