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Strive Counseling Services, LLC is a mental health private practice located in downtown Birmingham, AL and our second location is in Demoplis,AL.

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Ready to grow as a confident and skilled clinical social work professional?

Clinical supervision is more than guidance. It is a space to strengthen your skills, build confidence, and develop as an ethical, culturally responsive practitioner.

At Strive Counseling Services, Crystal Mullen-Johnson, LICSW provides supportive and meaningful supervision designed to help you move forward in your professional journey.

If you are seeking thoughtful mentorship and a supportive learning environment, we would love to connect with you. Contact her to inquire about this opportunity!

📧 Email: cmullenj@strivebhm.com
📞 Call or Text: 205-721-9893
🌐 Visit: strivebhm.com

Take the next step toward professional growth and excellence.

#ClinicalSupervision #SocialWorkCareers #LICSW #SocialWorkProfessionals #MentalHealthProfessionals by @strive_counseling

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2 months ago

🎙️ NEW EPISODE | BE CANCER AWARE

Cancer affects more than the body, and it can impact our mental health, relationships, identity, families, and overall well-being.

On Episode 9 of Striving for a Healthier You | Then & Now with Crystal, I’m joined by Dr. Coretta Collins, FNP-C, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who serves patients with cancer and blood conditions at UAB. With nearly 20 years of nursing experience in oncology, primary care, and women’s health, Dr. Collins brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to this important conversation.

Together, we talk about:

🎗️ Why cancer awareness matters in our communities
🎗️ The importance of screenings, family history, and early detection
🎗️Common mental health challenges following a cancer diagnosis
🎗️How family and friends can support someone with cancer
🎗️Grief, anticipatory grief, and finding your way forward
🎗️The power of writing, reflection, and wellness during the cancer journey
🎗️Hope for those living with cancer and those supporting someone they love

Dr. Collins is also the author of the CANspiration Journal, created for people fighting cancer, and Mine for a Time, which addresses pregnancy and early infant loss. She is the founder of the Busy Bee Writing Retreat and uses her voice through writing and speaking to make health and wellness conversations practical and engaging.

This episode is a reminder that being cancer aware means more than knowing the signs it means knowing your body, asking questions, getting screened, seeking support, and taking care of your mental health along the way.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify
▶️ Watch now on YouTube

Subscribe to our podcast on YouTube and Spotify to listen to the full episode. Link in my bio.
https://youtu.be/-FRXrWV-peY
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UKzsbpFj5hrs4m3oXyJLa?si=hEA3ach7RmqkFx_Pu8Bc3g

Strive for a healthier you. Nurture your growth. Keep the conversation going.

#StrivingForAHealthierYou #BeCancerAware #CancerAwareness #CancerSupport #MentalHealthMatters by @strive_counseling

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7 days ago

New Episode 🚨
Striving for a Healthier You Podcast

Episode 7: The Pathway to Success — Purpose Driving Work

Featuring Raymond Laseter

What does it truly mean to be successful?

In Episode 7 of Striving for a Healthier You, host Crystal Mullen-Johnson sits down with Raymond Laseter for an inspiring conversation about the journey behind success and the power of allowing purpose to drive your work.

Success is often measured by titles, money, accomplishments, and the things we build. But what happens when we look deeper? What role do resilience, mentorship, family values, focus, and mental wellness play in helping us become who we are meant to be?

This conversation is a powerful reminder that the pathway to success is not always a straight line. There will be pivots, challenges, disappointments, and moments when you may question your direction. But resilience, support, discipline, and purpose can help you continue moving forward.

If you are an entrepreneur, leader, young professional, dreamer, or someone trying to find your next step, this episode is for you.
Link in Bio or click here: https://youtu.be/vFKYtVYYX64

#MentalHealth #Legacy #Success #Birmingham #Podcast by @strive_counseling

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a month ago

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the Honorable Judge Shera Grant and her daughter, Maddie, for inviting me to speak with the students of The Leadership Academy! It was truly an honor to be part of such a meaningful initiative focused on developing and empowering our next generation of leaders.

I commend you both for your vision and commitment to strengthening students’ academic skills, critical thinking, decision-making, and leadership abilities while encouraging them to make positive, purpose-driven life choices.

Thank you for the opportunity to share, inspire, and pour into these amazing young minds. The work you are doing through The Leadership Academy is important, impactful, and necessary. I wish you both continued success, your work is impressive! Thank you!

“Building a Foundation for a Healthier You”

#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #leadership by @strive_counseling

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Little hearts need support too.

Children and teens can experience big emotions, even when they do not have the words to explain what they are feeling. Changes in behavior, frustration, withdrawal, or difficulty adjusting may be signs that they need extra understanding and support.

With the right guidance and a caring, age-appropriate approach, families can navigate emotional challenges together.

📞 Call: 205-721-9893
📧 Email: info@strivebhm.com
🌐 Visit: strivebhm.com

#ChildMentalHealth #ParentingSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #StriveBHM by @strive_counseling

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What anxiety says isn't always what's true.

Anxiety fills your mind with "what ifs" that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and constantly on edge.

But anxiety is not your identity, and it doesn't define your future.

With the right support, you can learn to manage anxious thoughts, build healthy coping skills, and move forward with greater confidence.

At Strive Counseling Services, we're here to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing begins.

You don't have to face anxiety alone.

📞 Call or Text: (205) 721-9893
📧 info@strivebhm.com
🌐 www.strivebhm.com

Building a Foundation for a Healthier You.

#AnxietySupport #MentalHealthMatters #TherapyWorks #HealingStartsHere #MentalHealthAwareness by @strive_counseling

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4 days ago

Mental health matters today and every day. 💗

This World Mental Health Day, let’s raise awareness, challenge stigma, and remind one another that no one has to face life’s challenges alone. A kind word, a listening ear, or a simple check-in can make a meaningful difference.

Be kind. Start conversations. Support one another. Choose hope.

Your mental health matters, and asking for support is a sign of strength.

📞 Call: 205-721-9893
📧 Email: info@strivebhm.com
🌐 Visit: strivebhm.com

#WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #ChooseHope #StriveBHM by @strive_counseling

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5 days ago

When worry won’t switch off, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

If your mind keeps replaying conversations, imagining worst-case scenarios, or preparing for things that haven’t happened, it may be time to pause and give yourself space to process what you’re feeling.

You deserve support, understanding, and a safe place to talk.

📞 Call: 205-721-9893
📧 Email: info@strivebhm.com
🌐 Visit: strivebhm.com

#AnxietySupport #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapySupport #StriveBHM by @strive_counseling

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7 days ago

You don't have to wait until you're falling apart to ask for help.

If you've been feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, or like your mind won't slow down, don't ignore what you're feeling.

You don't need a crisis to benefit from therapy. Seeking support is a proactive step toward better mental health, not a last resort.

At Strive Counseling Services, we provide a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.

Your mental health matters, and you deserve support exactly where you are.

📞 Call or Text: (205) 721-9893
📧 info@strivebhm.com
🌐 www.strivebhm.com

Building a Foundation for a Healthier You.

#MentalHealthMatters #TherapyWorks #HealingStartsHere #MentalHealthAwareness by @strive_counseling

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8 days ago

Sometimes we spend so much time pouring into others that we forget to simply enjoy the moment, tell our story, and celebrate who we are.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to be seen, heard, and celebrated in such a meaningful way.

Check it out! https://www.sheisbirmingham.com/crystalmullenjohnson

Link in bio!

#sheisbirmingham #resilience #entrepreneurship by @strive_counseling

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9 days ago

What do you imagine therapy would be like?
Therapy is simply a safe place to slow down, breathe, and talk with someone who listens without judgment.

It's where you can process life's challenges, learn healthy coping strategies, and take meaningful steps toward healing.

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. You just need a place where you feel heard, supported, and understood.

At Strive Counseling Services, we're here to walk alongside you, one conversation at a time.

📞 Call or Text: (205) 721-9893
📧 info@strivebhm.com
🌐 www.strivebhm.com

Save this post if you found it helpful, and share it with someone who may need this reminder.

#MentalHealthMatters #TherapyWorks #HealingStartsHere #MentalWellness by @strive_counseling

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10 days ago

Stronger relationships start with communication.

Healthy communication creates space to listen, understand each other, express your needs, and work through challenges together. Every relationship has difficult moments, but learning how to communicate can help build greater connection and understanding.

Invest in your relationship. Invest in communication.

📞 Call: 205-721-9893
📧 Email: info@strivebhm.com
🌐 Visit: strivebhm.com

#RelationshipGoals #HealthyCommunication #CouplesTherapy #StriveBHM by @strive_counseling

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