Forgiveness therapists in Vestavia Hills, AL
Browse Forgiveness therapists in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Forgiveness
Kreins Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
As a psychologist, my approach to treating forgiveness is grounded in understanding its profound impact on mental health and well-being. Through evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), compassion-focused therapy (CFT), and narrative therapy, I guide individuals in exploring the complex emotions and beliefs surrounding forgiveness. By facilitating a process of self-reflection, empathy-building, and perspective-taking, I help clients cultivate compassion for themselves and others involved in the situation. Additionally, I assist individuals in setting boundaries, practicing assertiveness, and letting go of resentment to promote healing and release emotional burdens. My goal is to empower individuals to embrace forgiveness as a transformative process that fosters personal growth, resilience, and inner peace.
26 Years Experience
Online in Vestavia Hills, AL
Forgiveness
Mun & Mind Therapy PLLC
Psychologist
Forgiveness is a deeply personal process that looks different for everyone. It does not mean excusing harmful behavior or forgetting painful experiences. Whether you are struggling to forgive someone else or yourself, we help clients explore feelings of hurt, anger, guilt, and resentment while finding a path that aligns with their values, healing, and wellbeing.
2 Years Experience
Online in Vestavia Hills, AL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Aria Fraser
Hypnotherapist, Certified Rapid Transformational Therapist
Every person is going to be hurt by someone else at some point in life. If a memory of hurt from another arises during a Rapid Transformational Therapy session, forgiveness or releasing can be included and be very beneficial for the person. However, they will not be compelled to forgive their hurter at that time, because it is every person's own right to choose when. It is encouraged to try to forgive at some future point, because it will help them heal. If it's a case where the person having the session is the one who caused hurt, there will be no judgment; they will be assisted in healing from and letting go of the guilt that it caused.
0 Years Experience
Online in Vestavia Hills, 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 Vestavia Hills, 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 Vestavia Hills, AL
Forgiveness therapists in Vestavia Hills, AL Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Vestavia Hills, AL average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (35%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 1% |
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 Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 28% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Christian |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |