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Kimberly Davis, LICSW
Alabama
LICSW - Anxiety and Life Changes
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Kimberly
Kimberly Davis is an Alabama LICSW with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and abuse, and other life changes. She also addresses relationship concerns, grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleep problems, parenting and career questions, ADHD, and related areas.
Her background includes work in crisis stabilization, inpatient psychiatric and detox settings, residential programs, re-entry correctional facilities, outpatient care, and independent contract roles. That range shaped a practical, direct style focused on skills people can use right away.
Kim uses a client-centered stance alongside evidence-informed methods. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches. Sessions focus on identifying useful skills, new behaviors, and steady coping practices rather than long theory talks.
In meetings she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and build routines that support daily functioning. The aim is to reduce distress, improve coping, and create a stronger foundation for further change.
Her work emphasizes concrete steps: skill building, behavior change, and practical problem solving. She encourages people to use their own strengths and to practice techniques between sessions. To begin she asks straightforward questions about goals and current supports so the work can move forward efficiently.
How Kimberly Uses Structured Approaches Online
The practice uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods to focus on clear skills and problem solving. CBT is about identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, low mood, or sleep disruption. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and reflecting so people can shape goals and decide what to try next.She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas to help people name and track strong emotions and patterns in relationships. EFT-style techniques can help clarify emotional responses and guide steps to change how someone interacts with others or with themselves.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and current challenges and then suggest specific strategies to try. This is collaborative: methods can be adjusted as progress and needs become clearer.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about practical options and scheduling when completing the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and career concerns, ADHD, and several related areas.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and practice different responses. The focus is on practical skills that can reduce distress and improve daily coping.
What is her clinical background?
She has 15 years of experience across crisis stabilization, inpatient psychiatric and detox care, residential programs, re-entry correctional facilities, outpatient work, and independent contracting.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LICSW in Alabama and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.