Business Details
Professional Counseling Services in Alabama
At Next Chapter Counseling, we are dedicated to creating a safe and affirming environment where individuals and couples can find solutions to social, family, and emergency challenges. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in marriage and family counseling, substance abuse treatment, and clinical crisis counseling in hospital settings. We utilize evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Our mission is to empower clients through education, personalized counseling, and relapse prevention strategies. We offer specialized programs for anger management, grief counseling, and PTSD treatment, including tailored interventions for military veterans.Our services are designed to help clients build communication skills, manage stress, and achieve lasting personal growth. We accept insurance and self-pay options, providing flexible access to care. Our team includes licensed professionals with certifications in trauma therapy, substance abuse counseling, and telehealth services. We prioritize confidentiality and ethical standards while fostering trust through transparent communication. With group sessions and individualized treatment plans, we help clients navigate life transitions and move confidently into their next chapter.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Anger Management
Substance Abuse Treatment
Trauma Therapy
Grief Counseling
Depression Treatment
PTSD Recovery
Couples Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in substance abuse treatment
- Our team includes certified trauma therapy specialists
- We provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- We offer court-mandated anger management programs
- We combine clinical expertise with personalized care plans
Services
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling services help couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address relationship patterns and build intimacy. Sessions focus on developing practical skills for lasting relationship improvements.
Anger Management
This structured program teaches techniques to identify anger triggers and develop healthier responses. Our 12-hour course includes homework and provides court documentation when required for legal mandates.
Substance Abuse Treatment
We offer comprehensive assessments and personalized treatment plans for drug and alcohol addiction. Our approach includes relapse prevention strategies and coordination with medical professionals for medication management when needed.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma therapy addresses symptoms like hypervigilance and avoidance. Our certified therapists use evidence-based techniques including CBT to help clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms.
Grief Counseling
Our grief counseling services help individuals navigate loss through structured support sessions. We provide tools to manage emotional responses and develop healthy coping strategies for moving forward.
People
Orville Johnson
Owner / Counselor
MA, LPC, RPS, CGAC-III, NCC, TMH-C certified counselor with 20+ years in marriage counseling and 25+ years in substance abuse treatment. Specializes in trauma therapy for military applications.
Shannon Wise
Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual and group therapy sessions for mental health and substance abuse issues.
Carol Johnson
Office Manager
Manages administrative operations and client coordination for seamless service delivery.
Hope Sandola
Receptionist
Provides front desk support and initial client intake coordination.
Questions
What counseling services does Next Chapter offer?
We provide marriage counseling, substance abuse treatment, trauma therapy, anger management, and grief counseling using evidence-based approaches like CBT.
Do you accept insurance for counseling sessions?
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans and also offer self-pay options for your convenience.
Are your counselors licensed professionals?
Our team includes licensed counselors with specialized certifications in trauma therapy and substance abuse treatment.
Do you offer court-mandated programs?
Yes, we provide court-approved anger management courses and substance abuse treatment programs with documentation for legal requirements.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and addiction-related mental health challenges.
How long are counseling sessions?
Standard sessions last approximately 50 minutes, with program durations varying based on individual treatment needs.
