Kristan Shaw

I'm a graduate of the University of Alabama in Birmingham with a BA in Communications Management and THE Alabama State University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I'm an Associate Licensed Counselor (ALC) under the supervision of Michelle Torbor, MA, LPC-S, BCN and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with a heart for creating spaces where my community feels seen, heard, and valued. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed, my goal is to offer a place where you can exhale, feel safe, and remember that you don't have to carry it all alone.

As your counselor, I'll celebrate your victories, sit with you through life's difficult moments, and gently challenge you when growth calls you beyond your comfort zone. I believe therapy isn't about becoming someone different—it's about rediscovering the strength, resilience, and worth that have always been within you.

I believe the relationship between the counselor and client is the foundation of meaningful change. My priority is creating a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are—without pressure to have all the answers or pretend everything is okay.

"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty." - Maya Angelou