Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Provider in Alabama
Collins Counseling & Associates has been dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges since 2012. Our team of 12 licensed counselors in Mobile and Fairhope, Alabama, specializes in personalized therapy for mental health conditions, relationship issues, trauma, and more. We combine evidence-based techniques with compassionate care to address anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other complex concerns.Our teletherapy services extend professional support across Alabama, ensuring accessibility for all clients. With decades of collective experience, our therapists prioritize non-judgmental spaces and tailored treatment plans to foster emotional resilience and personal growth. We adhere to strict ethical standards and maintain HIPAA compliance to protect client confidentiality.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Teletherapy Services
Trauma Recovery
Substance Abuse Treatment
Eating Disorder Support
Grief Counseling
Anxiety Management
Gender Identity Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy tailored to individual life challenges and mental health needs.
- Our team includes 12 licensed counselors with specialized expertise in trauma and behavioral health.
- Teletherapy services provide accessible care for clients across Alabama.
- We combine evidence-based techniques like CBT with holistic, client-centered approaches.
- HIPAA-compliant practice ensures strict confidentiality and ethical treatment standards.
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored one-on-one therapy addresses anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral health challenges. Our licensed counselors use evidence-based techniques like CBT and motivational interviewing to develop personalized treatment plans. Sessions focus on improving emotional resilience and coping strategies for adults, teens, and children.
Teletherapy Services
Secure virtual counseling sessions available statewide for Alabama residents. Teletherapy provides accessible mental health support through video conferencing and phone appointments with licensed professionals. Ideal for clients seeking flexible scheduling or remote access to specialized care.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized therapy for trauma survivors, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, and adjustment disorders. Our counselors employ trauma-informed approaches to address flashbacks, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation while fostering safe healing environments for long-term recovery.
Substance Abuse Treatment
Comprehensive programs addressing drug, alcohol, and behavioral addictions through evidence-based interventions. Therapists help clients understand root causes, develop relapse prevention strategies, and navigate recovery challenges using motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Gender Identity Counseling
Affirmative therapy services for transgender and gender-diverse individuals, including exploration of gender identity, coping with discrimination, and addressing mental health concerns related to gender dysphoria through compassionate, specialized care.
People
Joyce Barber
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
With 30+ years of experience, Joyce specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma treatment. She holds a Master's in Community Counseling and has served as an Expert Witness in 2,400+ court cases while maintaining active roles in professional counseling associations.
Susan Case
Licensed Professional Counselor
A 33-year addiction counseling expert with graduate degrees in Community Counseling. Susan employs eclectic therapeutic approaches including CBT and motivational interviewing to treat substance use disorders, mood disorders, and women's mental health issues.
Mary Lee Collins
Founder & Certified Sex Therapist
Established Collins Counseling in 2012 after identifying gaps in agency-based mental healthcare. A certified sex therapist and ATSA clinical member, she now focuses on clinical supervision while maintaining oversight of ethical practice standards.
Dr. David J. Chavers
Clinical Health Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with expertise in trauma, mood disorders, and medical adjustment concerns. Dr. Chavers integrates bio-psycho-social-spiritual approaches to treat adults navigating life transitions, combining evidence-based therapies with holistic care principles.
Leah Patrick
Licensed Professional Counselor
20-year specialist in child and adolescent mental health, treating depression, anxiety, autism, and ADHD. Leah utilizes art therapy and DBT techniques while emphasizing laughter as therapeutic, drawing from personal experience with childhood trauma recovery.
Questions
What types of therapy does Collins Counseling Associates offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family counseling for mental health conditions, trauma recovery, substance abuse, eating disorders, and gender identity issues. Teletherapy options are available for Alabama residents.
Are your counselors licensed and qualified?
All therapists are Alabama-licensed with specialized training in evidence-based practices like CBT, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing. Many hold advanced certifications in addiction and sex therapy.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide teletherapy services across Alabama through secure online platforms for clients seeking flexible, remote counseling options.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Schedule in-person or teletherapy sessions by calling 251-432-9810 or visiting our website. We offer appointments with 12 specialized counselors in Mobile and Fairhope.
What mental health specialties do your therapists handle?
Our team treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, chronic pain psychological effects, behavioral issues, and court-ordered evaluations for substance abuse or anger management.
Do you accept insurance or offer payment plans?
We operate on a fee-for-service basis with sliding-scale discounts based on income. Contact our office for specific payment options and insurance verification details.
