Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nonprofit Counseling Partner in Birmingham
Founded in 1991, Impact Family Counseling Family Counseling is a Christian-affiliated nonprofit counseling center dedicated to providing accessible, professional mental health services to the Birmingham community. As a United Way of Central Alabama agency and member of the Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers, we specialize in programs that strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and empower individuals through evidence-based interventions. Our services include outpatient counseling, anger control training, supervised visitation, and community outreach initiatives like Cribs for Kids. We serve all individuals regardless of race, religion, or socioeconomic status, offering sliding-scale fees for those in need. With over three decades of experience, our licensed counselors and trained professionals address issues ranging from trauma recovery to marital conflict, while our school-based programs support at-risk youth.We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards and collaborate with local agencies to ensure comprehensive care. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in telehealth options and partnerships with healthcare providers. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on donations to continue serving vulnerable populations, including Medicaid-eligible clients and families requiring safe sleep education. Our mission remains focused on building stronger communities through compassionate, faith-informed mental health support.
Services
Anger Control Training
Outpatient Counseling
Cribs for Kids
Supervised Visitation
Successful Schools
PROVE Program
Telehealth Support
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have provided community mental health services since 1991
- Christian-affiliated counseling with secular professional standards
- Sliding-scale fees for income-qualified clients
- United Way agency with statewide community partnerships
- Specialized programs for at-risk youth and families
Associations and certifications
- United Way of Central Alabama
- Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers
- 501(c)(3) organization
Services
Anger Control Training
Our 6-week Anger Control Training program teaches healthy coping mechanisms for managing frustration and conflict. Participants learn to identify irrational beliefs, develop assertive communication skills, and implement stress-reduction techniques through guided group sessions. This court-approved program serves adults seeking to improve emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships.
Outpatient Counseling
Licensed professionals provide individual, family, and couples counseling for depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Our outpatient program offers both in-person and telehealth sessions with sliding-scale fees available for income-qualified clients. Services include specialized care for children aged 6+ and Medicaid-covered mental health treatment.
Cribs for Kids
The Cribs for Kids initiative provides free Pack n' Plays and safe sleep education to new parents. Our program reduces infant mortality by teaching American Academy of Pediatrics-recommended sleep practices and distributing safety-approved sleep environments through physician referrals in Jefferson County.
Supervised Visitation
We offer secure supervised visitation and safe exchange services for families navigating custody arrangements. Trained coaches help parents address placement issues while maintaining child safety. Our facilities include private spaces for family interactions and support services to strengthen parenting skills during transitional periods.
Successful Schools
Our school-based programs provide counseling, behavior aides, and therapeutic day schools for students with special needs. Certified counselors work in local districts while our Trussville and Vestavia campuses offer alternative education environments with individualized therapeutic support for academic and social development.
People
George Casey
Chief Executive Officer
George Casey leads Impact Family Counseling Family Counseling with over 25 years of executive leadership in nonprofit mental health services, overseeing strategic direction and program development across Alabama.
Cheri Hunter
Chief Operating Officer
Cheri Hunter manages daily operations with expertise in program implementation, bringing 20+ years of experience in community mental health administration and service delivery coordination.
Kenzie King
Chief Financial Officer
Kenzie King oversees financial operations with specialized knowledge in nonprofit budgeting and grant management, ensuring fiscal sustainability for Impact Family Counseling Family Counseling's community programs since 2015.
Taisha Watkins
Safe Sleep Education Coordinator
Taisha Watkins directs the Cribs for Kids program, coordinating safe sleep education and crib distribution initiatives while maintaining partnerships with local healthcare providers and public health agencies.
Kayla Chandler
Schools Program Coordinator
Kayla Chandler manages school mental health programs with experience in youth counseling, implementing therapeutic interventions that improve academic performance and social-emotional learning in Birmingham-area schools.
Questions
What counseling services does Impact Family Counseling Family Counseling Family Counseling offer?
We provide outpatient counseling for individuals, families, and couples, including specialized services for children aged 6+, trauma recovery, and telehealth options.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Current clients can use our Client Portal. New clients should call (205) 916-0123 to begin intake, with initial consultations requiring $50 payment at scheduling.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, and Alabama Medicaid (under 21 with pediatrician referral). Sliding-scale fees are available for uninsured clients.
What community programs are available?
Our programs include Anger Control Training, Cribs for Kids safe sleep initiative, supervised visitation services, and school-based mental health programs for at-risk youth.
How can I donate to Impact Family Counseling Family Counseling Family Counseling?
Donations can be made through our website or by contacting our office directly. All contributions are tax-deductible as charitable donations.
