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If you’re struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, or relationship stress, you’re not alone. Many people face these challenges, and support is available to help you feel understood and less isolated.

I work with adults and adolescents who feel overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break. Many of my clients deal with high anxiety, racing thoughts, people-pleasing, and difficulty setting boundaries. Still, therapy can help you find hope and a way forward, even if it looks like you have everything together on the outside.

If you’re constantly overanalyzing, feeling on edge, or carrying the weight of past experiences, therapy can help you slow things down and regain control, empowering you to manage your thoughts and feelings more effectively.

I'm Summer Birmingham and I'm a licensed professional counselor. I hold a masters in clinical counseling from Sam Houston State University and have worked with various populations and in many behavioral health roles throughout my career. I have practiced counseling for over 10 years and have had the privilege of helping many clients find growth, empowerment, healing, and peace.

I have significant experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population and with individuals navigating career and life transitions. I also specialize in working with individuals managing ADHD, anxiety, and depression.

My goal as a professional counselor is to build a warm, open, authentic, non-judgmental partnership with my clients. My counseling experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with residential treatment facilities, Mental Health and Mental Retardation Organizations (MHMR), and as a professional K-12 school counselor in public schools. I also have experience teaching counseling and counseling education post-secondary courses.

With over 12 years of experience in corporate, educational, and counseling settings, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My background working with at-risk adolescents gave me a unique perspective on human behavior, and today I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Neuropsychotherapy to help you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and the brain. I view therapy as a collaborative process where my role is to provide a warm, non-judgmental space for you to uncover your own strength, build practical coping skills, and learn to self-advocate. Outside of my work, I recharge by listening to audiobooks, traveling, and spending time at the beach, and I look forward to meeting you where you are on your journey toward growth and meaningful change.

Clients should know that I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health professional committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for healing and growth. With expertise in psychotherapy, neurodivergence, trauma, and vocational rehabilitation, I take a holistic and client-centered approach, tailoring each session to individual needs.

I believe in empowering clients by helping them develop self-awareness, resilience, and practical coping strategies. My work is rooted in evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). I am especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those facing life transitions, trauma, or career challenges.

Above all, I value authenticity, collaboration, and creating a non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported on their journey toward mental wellness.

Hello and thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Mariam, and I'm excited to get to know you. I received my BA in Psychology from St. Edward's in Austin, TX and my MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling form UTSA in San Antonio and graduated in 2022. I have been working as a counselor since early 2023, but I also have experience in diagnostic testing for individuals with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and while I was in school I worked at a residential treatment facility for people with OCD and severe social anxiety.