FAQ
FAQs for Counseling and Therapy in Alabama
Many people use the terms counseling and therapy interchangeably. Counseling tends to be shorter-term, goal-oriented, and it addresses concrete, specific life challenges. By contrast, therapy tends to be longer-term, more exploratory, and holistic. Trauma therapy, such as EMDR therapy for complex trauma is often longer-term, with life-changing results.
- EMDR therapy
- Play Therapy
- Individual Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Trauma Therapy
We are conveniently located at 300 Vestavia Parkway Suite 1500 in Vestavia, AL. Pieces of Clay Counseling provides counseling therapy services in Birmingham, AL for all Alabama residents.
A clinician who has been trained to be sensitive to trauma issues and help you to navigate the world and your triggers.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a form of therapy that helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. EMDR utilizes bilateral stimulation to activate both hemispheres of the brain to help process these distressing memories. We use EMDR therapy on a daily basis to help people heal from PTSD and trauma in addition to treating anxiety disorders, phobias and processing low self esteem.
Yes! April can provide EMDR therapy for children! She incorporates play activities, art, and lots of fun into EMDR therapy for kids (and adults too)!
Of course! Your session is your hour and I want you to feel comfortable! So if this means taking off your shoes, drinking your favorite beverage, adjusting your seating, eating during session, or anything else you are absolutely welcome to do so!
It is inspired by kintsuigi art, where things that were once broken are made stronger and more beautiful after being repaired. The symbolism was valuable in April’s own healing journey and she wanted to honor her own journey in her counseling practice in Vestavia Hills.