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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy Solutions
ISI Therapeutic Family Services has been dedicated to mental health care in the Auburn and Opelika communities for over 25 years. Our team of licensed marriage and family therapists brings extensive clinical experience to individual, couples, and family therapy services. We specialize in evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, while offering faith-integrated counseling for those who desire it. Our practitioners hold advanced degrees from accredited institutions and maintain active licensure with the State of Alabama.We address a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and post-divorce adjustment. Our commitment to personalized care ensures each client receives tailored therapeutic interventions designed to promote emotional resilience and personal growth. With multiple providers available, we offer comprehensive mental health support for children, adolescents, and adults through both in-person and virtual sessions.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Divorce Counseling
Faith-Based Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Premarital Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of combined clinical experience treating diverse mental health concerns
- Licensed therapists trained in evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Faith-integrated counseling options available for spiritual growth
- Specialized services for children, adolescents, and family systems
- Proven success addressing anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy program provides personalized mental health treatment through evidence-based approaches. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness techniques to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Sessions focus on developing coping skills and promoting emotional growth for adults seeking improved mental wellness.
Couples Therapy
Specialized relationship counseling helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. Our licensed therapists use systemic approaches to address trust issues, intimacy concerns, and life transitions. Premarital counseling prepares couples for marriage while post-divorce therapy helps navigate relationship endings. Sessions focus on building empathy and strengthening emotional connections between partners.
Family Therapy
Comprehensive family therapy services address communication breakdowns and relationship dynamics. Our clinicians work with nuclear and blended families to resolve conflicts, improve parenting strategies, and navigate life transitions. Evidence-based interventions help establish healthier family patterns and create supportive home environments for children and adults alike.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Specialized mental health treatment for children and teens focuses on emotional development and behavioral challenges. Our therapists use age-appropriate techniques to address anxiety, depression, ADHD, and social difficulties. Family involvement ensures consistent support while building resilience and coping skills tailored to young clients' developmental needs.
Divorce Counseling
Compassionate counseling for individuals and families navigating divorce transitions. Our therapists provide emotional support during legal proceedings and help clients rebuild post-divorce life. Specialized child-focused services address adjustment difficulties while adult sessions focus on co-parenting strategies and personal growth following relationship dissolution.
People
Chad Smith
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
With nearly 25 years of clinical experience, Chad Smith specializes in individual and family therapy using evidence-based approaches. He holds a Master's in Counseling from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and integrates faith-based perspectives when requested.
Joanna Treadwell
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Joanna Treadwell provides comprehensive mental health services with expertise in women's issues and family dynamics. She earned her Master's degree from Amridge University and maintains active Alabama licensure in marriage and family therapy.
Karl Christensen
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Karl Christensen offers therapy for couples and families while pursuing his PhD in Human Development. He completed his Master's at Auburn University and specializes in life transition challenges for adolescents and adults.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We utilize evidence-based methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network providers for multiple insurance plans. Please verify our network status with your insurance company before your first appointment.
What are your session fees?
Standard therapy sessions are $120-150. Court testimony services have a $1,000 flat fee. Payment details will be confirmed during initial consultation.
How often do sessions occur?
Most clients attend weekly sessions initially, with frequency adjusted based on individual progress and treatment needs.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes, all sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent harm to self/others or as required by law.
What ages do you treat?
We provide services for children as young as 5, adolescents, adults, and senior clients through specialized age-appropriate therapeutic approaches.
