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Child & Teen Counseling in Birmingham, AL

We help regular families facing real-life stressors: big feelings, school pressure, friendship changes, blended families, and tough transitions. Alexander & Associates Counseling Services takes a holistic approach—your child is more than a diagnosis. We look at sleep, routines, learning style, relationships, interests, and your family’s values. Parents and caregivers are essential partners in care.

What we help with

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  • ADHD & ODD: Focus, impulsivity, motivation, power struggles

  • Anxiety & Worries: School avoidance, social stress, perfectionism, performance nerves

  • Depression & Mood: Irritability, withdrawal, changes in sleep/appetite, low energy

  • Transitions: Moves, divorce/blended families, adoption and identity questions

  • Grief & Loss: Developmentally appropriate grief support; EMDR referral when indicated for older youth

 

How child & teen therapy works here

 

We begin with a caregiver consult to hear the full story and set goals together. For younger children, sessions use play, art, and movement to practice skills like emotional labeling, calming, and problem-solving. For teens, we blend conversation with coping tools tailored to everyday life (school, sports, friends, online life). Parents receive simple, realistic “home practices” and scripts to reduce conflict and build connection.

 

Parent collaboration—without blame

 

You know your child best. We offer clear plans and coaching that respect your family culture, with options for joint or separate check-ins. With permission, we can coordinate with pediatricians, psychiatrists, or schools.

 

School support & IEP/504 collaboration

 

When school is part of the challenge, we can provide letters and collaborate with counselors/teachers to support IEPs/504 plans. We keep communication strengths-based and specific.

 

Your lead clinicians for kids & teens (openings available)

  • Ashley Loeb, LPC — Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD/ODD, parenting & mood disorders, women’s issues. (Ages 5+; currently taking new patients.)

  • Truli Strickland ALC — (Currently taking new child/teen clients.)

  • Lucinda Armstrong LCSW (Currently taking new child/teen clients.)

Note: We’ll tailor the match to your child’s age, goals, and scheduling needs.

 

In-person Birmingham & telehealth across Alabama

Families from Mountain Brook, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Hoover, and nearby communities visit our Birmingham office. Teens often do well with secure telehealth; we’ll recommend the best fit at intake.

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Privacy, safety, and values

We take confidentiality seriously and create a judgment-free space. If spirituality is important to your family, we can integrate it respectfully by request.

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Getting started

Schedule a parent consult. We’ll clarify goals, outline a plan, and match you with Ashley, Lucinda  or Truli for timely care.

FAQs: Child & Teen Counseling in Birmingham, AL

Q: Do you see children from Hoover, Trussville, or Gardendale?
Yes. Our Birmingham/Mountain Brook office is convenient to many Jefferson County communities, and telehealth is available statewide.

 

Q: Can both parents attend?
Absolutely. We can include caregivers in sessions or provide separate coaching check-ins.

 

Q: Do you coordinate with Birmingham schools?
With your consent, yes—we’ll collaborate on practical supports that fit the classroom.

 

Q: Is online therapy appropriate for kids?
For younger children, in-person is often best; for teens, telehealth can work very well. We’ll advise after intake.

 

Q: Do you offer evening or after-school appointments?
We provide a range of times and will do our best to accommodate your schedule.

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