Iron City Counseling

Iron City Counseling Counseling that seeks to see individuals in the community of Birmingham, AL living their most authentic, healthy, and whole lives.

Today is World Mental Health Day. A reminder that mental wellness isn’t a luxury; it’s a human right.Whether you’re mana...
10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. A reminder that mental wellness isn’t a luxury; it’s a human right.

Whether you’re managing stresses recovering from trauma, or learning to set boundaries, your mental health deserves care and compassion.

At ICC, our team believes that healing starts with connection and access. No is too small, no pain too “ordinary”.

Start where you are. Reach out for virtual or in-person therapy options. Contact links are in the bio.

🚫 Therapy Myth: “If I’m compassionate with myself, I’ll get lazy and stop reaching my goals.”💡 Truth (from Caitlin Chapm...
09/22/2025

🚫 Therapy Myth: “If I’m compassionate with myself, I’ll get lazy and stop reaching my goals.”

💡 Truth (from Caitlin Chapman, LICSW): Research shows self-compassion actually makes you more likely to stick with healthy behaviors, take responsibility, and aim high—without the constant self-criticism. Compassion doesn’t make you lazy, it makes you resilient.

✨ Imagine what you could accomplish if failure didn’t scare you off from trying again.

➡️ What’s one way you can show yourself compassion today? Tell us in the comments!

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy. If you need support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional.

✨ Busting Therapy Myths with McKenzie ✨One of the biggest myths we hear in counseling is that “it’s not my place to give...
09/16/2025

✨ Busting Therapy Myths with McKenzie ✨

One of the biggest myths we hear in counseling is that “it’s not my place to give feedback to my therapist because they’re the professional.”

But here’s the truth: therapy works best when it’s a collaboration.

✔️ Every client is different and may need a unique approach.
✔️ A good therapist welcomes feedback and works with you to make sure you feel seen, heard, and supported.
✔️ You are the expert of your own experience.

🪞 Therapy isn’t about who’s in the driver’s seat — it’s about creating a path together.

👉 Have you ever believed this myth before? Drop a comment below and let us know what other myths you’d like us to bust next!

📌 Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy.

There are so many misconceptions about therapy and mental health, and we hear them every day in session. 👂So we asked ou...
09/08/2025

There are so many misconceptions about therapy and mental health, and we hear them every day in session. 👂
So we asked our team: “What’s one myth about counseling you’d like to debunk?” Their answers might surprise you.

➡️ Tell us in the comments: What’s a mental health or therapy myth YOU’VE heard? We may feature it in a future post!

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy.

💍 She said “I do!” 💐Our amazing office manager, Ella, officially became a Mrs. yesterday, and we couldn’t be happier for...
07/27/2025

💍 She said “I do!” 💐
Our amazing office manager, Ella, officially became a Mrs. yesterday, and we couldn’t be happier for her! 🥹🎉

Help us shower the newlyweds with love and well wishes in the comments — we’re so excited for this next chapter in her life. 💖✨

Drop a 💕 or a 🎊 to say congrats, Ella!

Today we honor Juneteenth—the day that marked the end of slavery in the United States, more than two years after the Ema...
06/19/2025

Today we honor Juneteenth—the day that marked the end of slavery in the United States, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

It’s a reminder that freedom has never been equally granted, but must be continually fought for and protected.

At Iron City Counseling, we believe healing is not just individual—it’s collective. We recognize the intergenerational trauma caused by systemic racism and the ongoing need for mental health spaces that are safe, affirming, and accessible for Black communities.

To our Black clients, colleagues, and community: we see you, we honor you, and we remain committed to holding space where you can rest, resist, and heal.

📚 Not sure what Juneteenth is really about? Now is a great time to pause and learn.

🖤

⚠️ Disclaimer:
This post is for educational and awareness purposes and does not substitute for therapy.

You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to start therapy.Sometimes the strongest sign you’re ready is that w...
05/14/2025

You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to start therapy.
Sometimes the strongest sign you’re ready is that whisper of curiosity…
“What if things could feel different?”

Here are 5 signs you might be more ready than you realize 👆🏼

Whether you’re processing the past or planning for the future, therapy can help you make sense of the now. You’re allowed to want more for yourself—more peace, more clarity, more you.

👇🏽Which of these signs hit home for you? Drop a 💬 below or save this for when you’re ready.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for mental health treatment or professional advice.

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265 Riverchase Parkway East Suite 108
Hoover, AL
35244

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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