Online therapy for teens and women in Alabama
Because healing shouldn’t require a commute, dress code or waiting room. Just real support– wherever you are in Alabama.
Welcome to Renewal Counseling. I’m so glad you are here.
Have you noticed your teen pulling away, being more irritable than usual, or struggling with sadness, anxiety, or low self-esteem? Do you find yourself worrying and wondering how to best support them?
Or maybe you are here for you… Are you constantly showing up for everyone else while silently battling anxiety, exhaustion or a sense that you are barely holding it together? Do you wonder what it would feel like to enjoy the day instead of just trying to get through it?
Whether you are a parent worried about your teen and searching for answers or a woman carrying the quiet weight of invisible struggles, healing is possible and you don’t have to do it alone. If any of this resonates with you and you would like support, that’s where I come in. At Renewal Counseling, I offer online therapy for teens and women in Alabama to find clarity, support and a path forward.
If you found your way here, chances are something in your life feels heavy, confusing or just too much to carry on your own. Maybe you have a teen who is struggling, trying to navigate a world that doesn’t always make sense or you are a woman who is overwhelmed with life’s many pressures.
Maybe it is more than that. Maybe you are experiencing intense anxiety and panic attacks, or maybe you are so buried under the weight of depression that you can’t see a way forward. Whatever is going on, you deserve support and a space where you can fully be yourself. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space to talk, process and begin to heal and grow. It’s not about being “broken” or needing anything “fixed”-- it is about having someone walk beside you as you discover your own strengths, at your own pace and in your own way.
Life is hard and even the strongest of us need support sometimes.
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Depression Therapy For Teens
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Anxiety Therapy for Teens
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Therapy for Teen Girls with Low Self-Esteem
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Depression Therapy for Women
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Anxiety Therapy For Women
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High Functioning Depression Therapy
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CBT
Hi, I’m Sandra.
Sandra Weatherford, LICSW-S | Founder of Renewal Counseling, LLC
I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with almost 3 decades of clinical experience. I hold a Master’s in Social Work and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Iowa. Raised in Alabama, I returned home after my education with a clear sense of purpose: to help others heal.
I’ve always known I wanted to help people. Even as a teen, I was the one friends came to when they were upset or overwhelmed. I didn’t have the language for it then, but I knew I wanted to be the kind of person who helped others carry the hard stuff.
Growing up, I faced challenges of my own—experiences that shaped me, stretched me, and ultimately gave me a deeper understanding of what healing really takes. My journey through childhood adversity taught me not just empathy, but how to hold space for others in a way that feels safe, steady, and real.
I’ve spent the last 29 years doing exactly what I was meant to do—walking alongside others in their toughest seasons. My work has taken me from medical social work to community mental health to school systems, each role deepening my belief in the power of being seen, heard, and supported.
I have the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with teens, especially girls navigating low self-esteem, anxiety, and body image concerns. I also have a deep understanding of high-functioning depression in women and am passionate about helping clients move from simply coping to living more fully.
At Renewal Counseling, I specialize in therapy for teens and women, helping clients untangle anxiety, move through depression, build confidence, and rediscover their strength.
If you're ready to begin your healing journey, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see how we can work together.
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“To create a safe, supportive space where healing begins and hope grows.”
I believe that every person deserves the opportunity to live a life that feels meaningful, connected, and true to who they are. Through compassionate, evidence-based care, I help clients better understand themselves, navigate emotional challenges, and move toward the life they want one step at a time.
My Mission Statement and Core Values
-Belief in Healing
I believe healing is possible for everyone. No matter your past or current struggles, I believe you are capable of growth, change, and renewal.
-Respect for Individual Journeys
Every person’s story is unique. I meet you where you are, honoring your pace, voice, and values throughout the therapeutic process.
-Empowerment Through Understanding
With the right support and tools, you can better understand what you are feeling, why you are feeling it, and how to move toward growth with clarity and confidence.
-Real Life Connection
Therapy with me is practical, collaborative, and grounded in real life. It is a space for both deep reflection and practical strategies that help you feel better and live more freely.
-Inclusion and Dignity
Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and respected. I strive to create a space where everyone feels safe and valued without judgment.