Online Forgiveness therapists in Birmingham, Alabama AL
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Forgiveness
Bill Hoekstra
Psychologist, Psy.D., LP DBSM
Feeling weighed down by emotional burdens or struggling to move forward after harmful events? I have 24+ years of experience helping individuals overcome a wide range of challenges that impact their well-being.
I specialize in supporting individuals who are facing emotional difficulties related to past experiences; dealing with the ongoing effects of painful events; and struggling with feelings like sadness, anger, or frustration.
I utilize various evidence-based treatments, tailored to your specific needs, to help you empower yourself to manage your emotions and cope with challenges, navigate the healing process healthily and constructively, and gain a sense of control and peace of mind.
If you're ready to take steps towards feeling better and living a more fulfilling life, contact me today for a free consultation.
28 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Sonia Ovuehor Ovy
Counselor/Therapist, Doctor of science in Counselling Psychology, Msc Conflict Resolution, Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate in Mental Health Studies, Suicide Prevention and Intervention, Diploma in Relationship and Family Counselling, CPD in Neuro Linguistic Programming.
As a professional therapist, I help clients move past the hurt phase by revisiting the past and applying reframing techniques that may help them realize the true power of forgiveness.
9 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Fallon Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
"Forgiveness is often misunderstood as forgetting or condoning the past; in reality, it is a powerful act of reclaiming your own peace and emotional freedom. In our sessions, we will explore the weight of past hurts in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My goal is to help you process these experiences at your own pace, using evidence-based tools to gently untangle the pain, resentment, or guilt that may be holding you back. We will focus on cultivating self-compassion and understanding, empowering you to release what no longer serves your well-being so you can move forward with clarity, balance, and a lighter heart."
11 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are carrying pain, anger, guilt, or unfinished emotional business from relationships that have been complicated or hurtful, including their relationship with themselves. Forgiveness is often misunderstood as excusing harm, minimizing what happened, or reconciling with someone who hurt you. In reality, many people come to therapy because they want relief from the internal weight of what happened and from the way they speak to themselves about it, not because they want to repair the relationship or “move on” before they are ready. You may feel torn between what you think you are supposed to feel and what you actually feel, or caught between loyalty, resentment, grief, and self‑protection. You might also feel stuck in self‑blame, replaying past choices and wishing you had done things differently.
People often seek this kind of work after emotional abuse, betrayal, estrangement, family conflict, or long histories of being the one who absorbs more than their share. These experiences can leave you questioning your reactions, doubting your worth, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace even when it costs you. Over time, the pressure to forgive, from others or from yourself, can create even more confusion, shame, and exhaustion.
In our work together, forgiveness is not a requirement or a destination. I am open to whatever feels most honest and supportive for you, whether that eventually includes forgiveness or not. The focus is on self‑forgiveness and inner relief. We explore what happened with clarity and compassion, how it has shaped your sense of self, and what you have been carrying alone. We make space for the parts of you that still feel hurt, protective, angry, or loyal, and the parts that long for softness and rest. The intention is to help you find a steadier, kinder way of relating to your own story, one that feels honest, grounded, and not dictated by pressure from others. If forgiveness, toward yourself or someone else, becomes part of that process, it can emerge naturally from understanding and self‑respect, not obligation.
26 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Iva Taylor Hypnosisbloom Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, CHt. Certified Hypnotherapist, Life Coach
"Forgiveness is not about excusing harmful actions; it is a profound act of **Heart-Mind Coherence**. When unforgiveness (resentment, guilt, shame) is stored, it creates emotional stagnation that fuels anxiety and prevents focused action. As a specialist in subconscious alignment, I guide you to reclaim your power by releasing the energetic debt of the past. Through compassionate inquiry and guided techniques, we clear the heart's pathways, ensuring you create a future free from the constant burden of old wounds. True forgiveness is the path to achieving **Effortless Clarity** in the present.
Forgiveness is often misunderstood as condoning harmful actions. True forgiveness is an act of profound self-compassion, a way to reclaim your power and heal the wounds of the past. I offer a safe and supportive space to explore the process of forgiveness, both of yourself and others. Through guided techniques and compassionate inquiry, we'll work to release resentment, cultivate self-acceptance, and create a future free from the weight of unforgiveness."
2 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. David Brooks
Psychologist, PhD,ABPP,ABN,EMDR Certified Therapist
Can provide desensitization of upset related to being abused or otherwise mistreated creating capacity for forgiveness, if desired.
37 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Dr. Tuvia Hoffman
Psychologist, Psychologist, PhD
Forgiveness can be a powerful path to healing and emotional freedom, yet it often feels complex and elusive. I specialize in guiding individuals through the process of forgiveness, whether it’s forgiving others or oneself. Using evidence-based techniques, I help clients explore the underlying emotions and barriers to forgiveness. Together, we work on understanding and releasing resentment, building empathy, and fostering a sense of inner peace. My goal is to support you in finding resolution and moving forward with a renewed sense of emotional well-being and personal empowerment.
9 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Sheryl Ferguson
Psychologist, (Psy.D.)
I can help you forgive. During our collaborative experience together, I will provide an empathic and caring space to help you move through your struggles, so you can live your best life. Together we will find ways towards a path of feeling better, leaning new coping skills to reconnect with your internal self.
23 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
Forgiveness is a loaded word. I'm not interested in telling you who to forgive, or how. But if you find yourself focused on the events surrounding a specific person, there might be some survival energy, emotional or physical, tied into that situation.
Using Somatic Experiencing to express and move that survival response so you feel safe again can help you 'un-fixate' from that person...and some may call that forgiveness. I prefer the term 'moving on', but we all have different language for this kind of thing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Peter Gould
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in forgiveness, I provide compassionate and effective treatment for clients who have experienced mistreatment and wish to move forward in a way that aligns with their lives. My approach, informed by evidence-based therapies, is tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. Forgiving those who have harmed us or forgiving ourselves for past mistakes is often a crucial step in the healing process. I focus on helping clients achieve forgiveness to promote self-healing, self-empowerment, and personal liberation, enabling them to let go of anger and find peace.
22 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
RGV Cross Over Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, M. Ed., LPC (AL), LPC (TX)
Forgiveness might be difficult especially if there have been injustices and hurt. If left to fester, unforgiveness might affect relationships and emotional, mental, behavioral, and physical health. Forgiveness is an important aspect of the self and others and might be a process for healing and well-being. If you are seeking to cross over into forgiveness and freedom, you may contact me to set your unique goals into peace.
22 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Forgiveness in relationships is deeply personal, and there is no one-size-fits-all definition of what it should look like. In Gottman Method couples therapy, partners are supported in exploring the meaning of forgiveness within the context of their own experiences, values, boundaries, and relationship goals. Therapy provides space to process hurt, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen trust without pressure to move faster than feels authentic or "sweep things under the rug." Whether couples are working through betrayal, repeated conflict, or emotional wounds, the focus is on fostering understanding, taking responsibility, making amends, healing, and intentional reconnection in a way that is meaningful and lasting.
25 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Susan Spicer
Psychologist, PhD
Drawing upon my extensive experience in working with clients, I've observed that forgiveness is a profound and transformative journey for individuals seeking emotional healing. In my therapeutic approach, I employ EMDR therapy as a powerful tool to guide you on this path to forgiveness. Recognizing that the journey towards forgiveness begins with processing the events that have contributed to your emotional wounds, we delve deep into the core beliefs about yourself that have sprouted from these experiences.
Throughout my work with clients, I emphasize several fundamental principles about forgiveness. Firstly, it's essential to understand that forgiveness doesn't imply agreement with or condoning of the actions that have caused you harm. It also doesn't necessitate allowing the same hurt to be inflicted upon you again. It is possible to forgive and not forget. It is also possible to forgive without ever reconciling with the person who harmed you, as forgiveness is created and achieved for your own personal peace and well-being.
Forgiveness is not a one-time event; it is a process that unfolds through stages. In our therapeutic journey together, we explore the "why" behind your desire to forgive, which serves as a powerful catalyst for determining the "how." This process allows us to navigate the complexities of forgiveness with clarity and purpose, ultimately paving the way for emotional liberation and healing.
26 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Forgiveness is a powerful and difficult process, whether you’re working to forgive others in your life or yourself. In my practice, I help clients navigate the emotional layers of hurt, resentment, and guilt to find healing and freedom. Through guided support, we’ll work toward letting go of the past and creating space for peace, growth, and healthier relationships.
24 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Arroyo Psychological Services
Psychologist
We guide clients through the complex process of forgiveness—whether toward themselves or others. Our goal is to help release resentment, find closure, and cultivate peace without minimizing past hurt.
9 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Michelle Peacock
Psychologist, PhD
Forgiveness is often confused with trust. Forgiveness involves giving up expectations, acceptance of the situation, and compassion for self and others.
21 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
The Healing Cottage of the CSRA- Melony Kolody
Professional Christian Counselor, MA Clinical Pastoral Counselor, BA Pastoral Counseling, CCTP-II, EMDR
I help people navigate the journey of forgiveness through a trauma-focused, holistic approach to counseling. By addressing the mind, body, and spirit, I create a safe space for you to process pain, release the weight of the past, and rediscover peace. Forgiveness is a powerful step toward healing, and I guide clients at their own pace, empowering them to move forward with strength and clarity.
8 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Forgiveness, whether of yourself or others, can be a difficult and complex process. I work with clients who are struggling with the emotional weight of unresolved hurt, guilt, or resentment. Together, we’ll explore what forgiveness means for you, helping you find peace and move forward. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT, we’ll work on releasing past pain and creating space for healing and personal growth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
NewBirth Counseling & Wellness Group LLC
Professional Christian Counselor, Certified Christian Counselor, Certified Life Coach & Consultant with a PhD in Psychology
Are you challenged in the area of forgiveness. We can walk with you in this healing process. Call our office for a 15 minute consultation to make sure we will be the fit for you.
23 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Forgiveness
Dr. Danielle Goodwin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Anger and depression may stem from lack of forgiveness of either others or self. We all have been hurt and may have difficulty with forgiving the unforgivable. We often forget that we all make mistakes and no human is perfect. Forgiveness can be difficult but is essential for healing as an individual and in relationships. Lets work on helping you to be able to give grace to others and yourself, so you can work on healing.
25 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL
Birmingham carries one of the most significant civil rights legacies of any American city — the site of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing and pivotal moments in the fight for racial justice — and this history creates a distinctive context in which racial identity, historical trauma, and community resilience are active themes in local therapy culture. The city is home to UAB (University of Alabama at Birmingham), one of the country's premier academic medical centers, which anchors significant mental health research, training, and clinical infrastructure. Birmingham's African American community — which comprises a majority of the city's population — drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who understand racial trauma and intergenerational resilience. The broader Birmingham metro's mix of healthcare, finance, and manufacturing industries creates diverse occupational therapy demand across a metropolitan area larger than the city itself.
Forgiveness therapists in Birmingham, Alabama Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Birmingham, Alabama average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Forgiveness (100%), Anxiety or Fears (89%), and Self Esteem (84%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Forgiveness |
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 82% | Depression |
| 74% | Stress |
| 72% | Loss or Grief |
| 67% | Social Anxiety |