Meet Our Therapists

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    Caroline Love

    LICSW, CIMHP

    Caroline, our founder, is a seasoned therapist with over 12 years of experience. She specializes in supporting women who have experienced trauma in various forms- whether recent or in childhood- along with anxiety and dysfunctional relationships. Many of the women she has partnered with have goals to improve self-esteem, set boundaries, learn emotional regulation tools, reestablish safety from prior trauma, and improve attachment with themselves and others.

    Using a collaborative and holistic approach, Caroline tailors evidence-based practices and techniques to meet each client’s unique needs. Her passion lies in guiding clients through transformative change, helping them move from feeling “stuck” to living fulfilling, purposeful lives.

    As a certified EMDR therapist, Caroline partners with clients to process past traumas with this highly effective therapy. Her clients describe EMDR as life-changing and she takes great joy in witnessing their healing from their past. Her warm, person-centered approach encourages clients to embrace their authentic selves while gently challenging them to grow. By incorporating the mind+ body connection into her practice, Caroline ensures a comprehensive focus on physical and mental wellness. Caroline incorporates spirituality into therapy session upon request, drawing from her Christian worldview to support clients in their faith journey.

    As a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP), Caroline brings whole-health wellness into sessions, including guidance on supplements, nutrition, exercise, sleep, toxins, and mindful cognitive behavioral therapy (MCBT). The pursuit of this certification came after her autoimmune diagnoses that shifted her perspective of wellness. Her journey with autoimmune conditions has profoundly shaped her understanding of the mind + body connection. After benefiting from lifestyle changes that were rooted in natural treatments, she wants to share this approach with others. Because her heart is for people, she is offering the evidence-based wellness videos in sections as a resource in order to maximize session time.

    Caroline will open up her waitlist in February 2026 for new clients.

    Available TU & W virtually and TH & F in person

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    Ernest Murphy

    LICSW

    “Murph” is our landing place for men. He’s known as, “the guy men talk to.” We believe men need to receive support from other men with their challenges. Murph is a Marine Corps veteran who discovered his passion with serving could be used in more direct ways with others. He uses a person-centered approach when working with young men and adult men. He supports men through a goal-oriented approach with tangible ways to work through challenges. Murph has a special focus on men’s issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relational conflict, life transitions, grief, front line responders, veterans, and trauma. He is pursuing EMDR training to help people free from the weight of their past. He is determined to help men return to living purposeful lives.

    Murph is available evenings and weekends for telehealth or phone appointments. Talking with him is confidential and secure.

    Murph is currently accepting new virtual clients ages 14+. He is in network with BCBS. He also accepts private pay.

    Reach him directly via text or call 888-704-1230.

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    Ashley Scarbrough

    MA, NCC

    Ashley integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a person-centered approach to empower her clients. Ashley supports teens and adults across life transitions, emotional distress, and stress-related challenges. 

    Ashley has a special focus on helping individuals navigate the deep pain of complicated grief and trauma-related loss. Complicated grief is a prolonged and intense reaction to loss that can disrupt daily life and lead to feelings of emptiness, anger, bitterness, or isolation. With experience across hospital, hospice, nursing home, and community mental health settings, Ashley has supported clients facing a wide range of losses—including the death of loved ones and the loss of physical or mental functioning due to illness or injury.  Her hope is to assist teenagers and adults explore their grief and build resilience to move forward in a way that honors their loss while fostering healing and hope.

    Ashley will also provide IASIS Microcurrent Neurofeedback in 2026.

    Ashley is accepting new clients virtually and at our Trussville office. She is reduced rate private pay.

    Reach her directly via text or call 205-736-2177.

  • “I always leave session feeling seen and heard; feeling empowered with my next steps and clarity.”

    -Abide Wellness Client

  • "The way you tell your story can make all the difference."

    -Abide Wellness Client

  • “I never feel judged — only supported. It’s such a gift to feel this understood.”

    -Abide Wellness Client

  • “I can see real change in my mindset and my relationships. I’m so grateful for the guidance.”

    -Abide Wellness Client

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