WHERE DO I TURN FOR HELP?

 

  • Are you tired of being depressed, ready for anger management, struggling with anxiety?
  • Are you ready to take the next step?
  • Have the things you have tried not worked?
  • Do you long to be well?

Why not try the common sense therapy?  When you come in, I will talk with you about your life story.  After that, we will form a team to work on the problems together.  You know yourself better than anybody in the world and I know what works for individuals in your situation.  We will find solutions together so that you can have a happy, peaceful and productive life.

 

You have come this far in your search.  Go ahead and take the next step.  Call me today at 256-766-5707.

 

 

 

I CARE!

 

I care.  I want to help you.  I want to hear your problems, needs, feelings, and wants.

 

My approach is a common sense approach that uses the power of cognitive behavioral therapy combined with some key mental, emotional, physical, social and spiritual components.  I am very confident that our teamwork will produce significant results for you.  How do I know?  My reason is that I have seen countless numbers of people who have turned depression into happiness, anger into peace, worry into faith.

 

Call 256-766-5707 me today and begin to feel the hope that things will get better.

A NEW VISION

At one point of my life I said that I would never be a therapist.  I thought therapy was full of defeat, doom, gloom, and no results.  Since I have found therapy that actually works, I have changed from a therapist to a transformer!!!!!  Seeing the possibilities in the most impossible situations is now a joy because faith and expectation really do work!!!

 

Kent R. Brand

Psychotherapist and Transformer

THE WAY OUT OF DEPRESSION

 

Are you extremely sad, hurt beyond words, having thoughts of hurting yourself, feeling like a failure, believing that nothing ever works out?  Have you tried things that don't work?  Are you willing to try some things that have worked for many of my clients?

 

My approach is a common sense approach to healing from depression.  It does not involve medication unless you are currently prescribed a medication.  Your courage to try something different is important.  My approach combines a combination of mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual opportunities for growth. 

 

An extremely high percentage of individuals who come to me with severe depression graduate to wonderful happiness.

 

The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step.  Why not take the first step today?

Call 256-766-5707 for special help.

 

 

 

 

ANGER MANAGEMENT

 

Have the courts or a Judge ordered you to get anger management?  Has your attorney encouraged anger management classes or counseling?  Has a spouse or a family member suggested anger management?  Are you sick and tired of your anger problem?   Is anger destroying your family and close relationships?

 

I am proud of you for seeking help.  Your courage impresses me.

 

If anger has been in your family for generations, you can be the one to stop it.  Take a bold step today towards finding peace and calm.  Call 256-766-5707 today.  Don't waste another minute.  Seize the moment.

ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREEDOM

 

Do you long to be free of alcohol and drugs?  Are you truly serious about wanting to get help?

Are you ready to keep your promises this time?

 

If you need an ALCOHOL AND DRUG ASSESSMENT in order to enter an in-patient treatment program, I can quickly complete the assessment and send it to the facility that you have chosen.  If you have had a DUI or find yourself in trouble with the law, a DRUG AND ALCOHOL ASSESSMENT will be your first step toward legally making things right in your life.  If you choose psychotherapy or counseling as your method of treating your addiction, I can help you find answers, solutions, and sobriety that will last.

 

New state of the art counseling finds a way for you to make tremendous progress either after a treatment program or in lieu of a treatment program.  I have seen individuals deal with root problems and amazingly lose the desire for alcohol or drugs.  Success is a common theme for these individuals.  I will teach you some basics of thoughts, emotions, actions, friendships, and spirituality.  Having "good fun" will become your MO.

 

TO EXPERIENCE THE FREEDOM FROM DRUGS AND ALCOHOL, BEGIN WITH THE FIRST STEP.  GET HELP.  CALL 256-766-5707 FOR THAT SPECIAL HELP TODAY.

ANXIETY, WORRY, PANIC ATTACKS

 

Are you struggling with anxiety, worry, panic attacks?

 

Help is on the way.  When you come in, I will get a history of your life.  Then we will use proven solutions that work.  You will have specific homework assignments to complete before the next session.  These assignments are designed to move you forward in a positive way.

 

Call me at 256-766-5707 to start your journey of success.

 

 

 

GRIEF

 

The hurt over losing a loved one is so painful.  Sometimes it helps to talk to a professional with an empathic ear and caring heart.

 

Going through the stages of grief is a rough road.  Don't go through it alone.  Find a friend, relative or counselor to help you through this time.

 

In the last few years I have lost my dad, mom and a grandson.  Let me share practicals that helped me through the grief process.  Call me at 256-766-5707.

DIVORCE COUNSELING

 

Have you been battered and bruised by a spouse?  Have you been called ugly names and told that you were "no good"?  Does your spouse have an addiction problem?  Does your spouse refuse to get help?  Has this been going on for years?  Are you afraid that your spouse will leave you?  Does it seem like you continue to repeat the past?

 

I beg you to consider another way.  Why not say "enough" is "enough"?  Why not determine to break the cycle that has been passed down from one generation to the next?  Why not determine to give your children a better life?

 

Have you already been through this and are in the beginning, middle or end of a divorce?  Are you feeling the need for support for your own mental health and happiness?  Do your children need help?

Please call A FAMILY MATTER FIRST today at 256-766-5707.  There is a better way.  Get the support and guidance you desperately need.

How Can I Change a Bad Habit into a Good Habit?

Learn how to turn weaknesses into strengths.  Discover the secrets of changing bad habits into good habits.  Call now for special help and guidance.  Ask for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at 256-766-5707.  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a proven way to turn your life around.

COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY

My approach as a psychotherapist to challenges with anger, depression, or panic attacks is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.  Research has shown that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the most effective of all therapies for problems with anger, depression or panic attacks (www.cognitivebehavioraltherapy.com).

 

My approach includes a solution based therapy that treats the mind, body, emotions, and spirit.  Every person who has been diligent in completing solution homework has seen amazing healing, growth and recovery.  My goal is to put you on the path to true peace, happiness, and security.  I believe that these qualities are already inside you.  My job is simply to tap into your valuable resources within.

 

If you do nothing, your problems will proably get worse.  So don't hesitate to call today to reserve a spot for your first appointment.

 

Kent R. Brand, MSW, LCSW, PIP

A Family Matter First

256-766-5707

 

 

 

 

THERE ARE NO ACCIDENTS

There is a reason you are on this website.  There are no accidents.  People are brought together in difficult times for a reason.  Think about the good that could come from super wisdom, successful advice, skilled counsel or miracle therapy.  May you be inspired to find hope and answers.  God brings us together with the people we need and the people who need us.  There are no accidents.  God is working His plan behind the scenes.

There are no accidents.  God brings us together with the people we need and the people who need us.  May you be inspired to find excellence in your life.  Why not open the door to super wisdom, successful advice, skilled counsel, miracle therapy and the power of teamwork with a compassionate therapist?

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Panic to Power

How to Win over Depression by Tim LaHaye

Mind Change by Thomas A. Jones

Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen

Become a Better You by Joel Osteen

The Emotional Hostage:  Reclaiming your Emotional Life by Lambeau, Cameron & Bandler

The Other Side of Love:  Handling Anger in a Godly Way by Gary Chapman

Dance of Anger

Angry all the Time by Ron Potter

When Anger Hurts:  Quieting the Storm Within by McKay & Rogers

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Good Grief

Just Enough Light for the Step I'm On:  Trusting God in Tough Times by Stormie Omartian

Understanding Anger during Bereavement

A Guide to Understanding Guilt during Bereavement

Healing and Growing through Grief

When Hello Means Goodbye

MENTAL HEALTH WEBSITES

www.avocado.pc.helsini.fi/janne/mood

www.conqueringstress.com

www.qigonginstitue.org

www.timlahaye.com

www.thehealingplaceinfo.org

www.naturalcures.com

www.biblecrosswalk.com

www.talkingcure.com

www.dailystrength.org

www.theravive.com

 

WHAT MAKES A GREAT COUNSELOR?

 

"A great counselor listens with feeling, has sterling objectivity, knows how to handle life with rare stability, is diligent in finding solutions, has a special peace and friendliness, is full of good and encouraging words, knows how to bring healing, is a wise teacher, gives good advice, is full of pleasant words, has a happy heart, listens first before responding, is quite knowlegeable, knows how to overcome obstacles, believes in the power of relationship, looks to find the hidden treasure within,  and senses great power to change."

Kent R. Brand, Psychotherapist

A PLACE TO HEAL

Where do you turn when the bottom drops out of your life?  What do you need when circumstances puncture your fragile dike and threaten to engulf your life with pain and confusion?  You need a shelter.  A listener.  Someone who understands.  But to whom do you turn when there's no one to tell your troubles to?  Where do you find encouragement?  Discouraged people don't need critics.  They hurt enough already.  They don't need more guilt piled on distress.  They need encouragement.  They need a refuge....A place to hide and heal....a willing, caring, available someone.  A confidant and comrade-arms.  Can't find one?  How about calling A FAMILY MATTER FIRST "where the family matters and lives are transformed?"   Call 256-766-5707 to find that special place of healing.

A FAMILY MATTER FIRST offers psychotherapy for depression, anger, anxiety, and addiction challenges.  A psychotherapist is standing by to help.  Call 256-766-5707 for more information.  A FAMILY MATTER FIRST psychotherapy is available to individuals from the following communities:  Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Rogersville, Waterloo, Barton, Lexington, Hackleburg, Town Creek, Anderson, Bear Creek, Courtland, St. Florian, Cherokee, Hamilton, Haleyville, Moulton, Decatur, Huntsville, Tuscumbia, Russellville, Elgin, Petersville, Colbert Heights, Green Hill, Littleville, Center Star, Cloverdale, Spruce Pine, Red Bay, Central Heights, Phil Campbell, Leighton, Athens, and Madison.  Tennessee communities include:  Lawrenceburg, Savannah, St. Joseph, Loretto, Leoma, Waynesboro, Collinwood, Pulaski, Pickwick Dam, Westpoint, Minor Hill, Shiloh, Counce, Cypress Inn, Iron City, Wayland Springs, Busby and Columbia.  Mississippi communities include:  Iuka, Booneville, Marietta, Baldwyn, Belmont, Holcut, Doskie, High Point, East Port, Dennis, New Site, Tishomingo, Burnsville, Farmington Heights, Kendrick, North Crossroads, Leedy, Biggersville, Thrashers, Oldham, Jacinto, Corinth, Tupelo, Saltillo, Wheeler and Golden.  Zip codes include:  35630, 35632, 35634, 35661, 35660, 35653, 35654, 35677, 35648, 35564, 35672, 35610, 35543, 35618, 35616, 35570, 35565, 35650, 35601, 35603, 35652, 35801, 35802, 35803, 35805, 35806, 35808, 35810, 35811, 35813, 35816, 35824, 35645, 35674, 35653, 35617, 35585, 35582, 35581, 35646, 35611, 35613, 35614, 35756, 35757, 35758, 38464, 38372, 38469, 38468, 38485, 38450, 38478, 38365, 38486, 38473, 38376, 38326, 38452, 38463, 38401, 38852, 38829, 38856, 38824, 38827, 38838, 38859, 38873, 38833, 38834, 38801, 38804, 38866 and  38847.

A Family Matter provides marriage counseling, marriage therapy for couples, counseling for children, anger management, psychotherapy for depression or anxiety, counseling for alcohol or drug problems, divorce counseling, Christian family counseling, and phone or skype counseling/advising/consultation. 
Our clinic serves the online community, as well as communities in North West and North Central Alabama, North East Mississippi, and South Central Tennessee including:  Florence, Muscle Shoals, Tuscumbia, Sheffield, Lexington, Rogersville, Cherokee, Russellville, Athens, Madison, Decatur, Huntsville, Red Bay, Killen, Hamilton, Leighton, Moulton, Phil Campbell, Haleyville, Iuka, Corinth, Belmont, Booneville, Tupelo, Lawrenceburg, Savannah, Collinwood, Loretto, St. Joseph, and Waynesboro:  35630, 35633, 35634, 35677, 35661, 35674, 35660, 35648, 35610, 35653, 35585, 35654, 35581, 35582, 35593, 38847, 35645, 35646, 35616, 35653, 35652, 35648, 35611, 35612, 35758, 35601, 35602, 35603, 35813, 35801, 35804, 35814, 35815, 35810, 35804, 35824, 35807, 35808, 35812, 35807, 38464, 38372, 38450, 38469, 38485, 38852, 38834, 38835, 38827, 38829, 38801, 38802. 
We provide marriage counseling, marriage therapy, psychotherapy for individuals and therapy for children. 
For an appointment with a marriage counselor or family therapist contact us at 256-766-5707. 
Call us today, and let us help your Marriage and your Family!!

SKYPE INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY

Skype marriage, child or individual psychotherapy is now available to individuals in all 50 states.  Dream of great things for your life.  Don't settle for counseling that does not get results.  Be wise and look carefully for counseling or therapy that gets results.  Call 256-766-5707 for a 15-20 minute free consultation.