Sparrow Counseling

Sparrow Counseling Helping couples and families heal, reconnect, and grow. Compassionate, clear, and experienced care.

Sparrow Counseling offers expert therapy in Birmingham, AL, and online across Alabama, specializing in marriage, co-parenting, families, and intensives. Sparrow Counseling is a place where individuals, couples and families can come to be strengthened, empowered and find hope again.

04/07/2026

Too Worked Up to Talk? A Timeout Plan for Couples 💙

Many couples get stuck in the same conflict cycle because emotions escalate to the point where neither person can think clearly. In those moments, taking a timeout can be a healthy way to regulate and return to the conversation with more calm and respect.

In this video, David Teel, ALC, shares 3 key parts of a healthy timeout:

Communicate why you need the break and what it will look like
Be specific about when you’ll resume (day + time)
Follow through so your partner knows the break isn’t indefinite

A timeout isn’t meant to avoid the conversation. It’s not stonewalling. It’s a strategy that protects the relationship and the conversation—when you come back like you said you would.

🎥 Watch the video for practical guidance and language you can use.
If you’d like help building a timeout plan as a couple, Sparrow Counseling would love to help.

A lot can happen in 10 years… 🤍Ten years ago, Sparrow Counseling began with one therapist and a belief—that even in the ...
04/03/2026

A lot can happen in 10 years… 🤍

Ten years ago, Sparrow Counseling began with one therapist and a belief—that even in the hardest seasons, something meaningful can grow.

Ten years of showing up.
Ten years of sitting with people in hard moments.
Ten years of believing that change is possible.

And today, this is who we are.

What started as one voice has grown into a team of people who care deeply about this work—and about the clients we have the privilege of serving.

Over the past decade, we’ve grown not just in size, but in depth, experience, and the ability to walk with individuals, couples, and families through some of life’s most meaningful and difficult moments.

Each person on our team brings something unique—
their presence, their perspective, their care.

And together, we share a commitment to helping people:
• have the hard conversations
• strengthen their relationships
• and feel less alone in the process

We’re so proud of who we are today.
And so grateful for the clients and community who have trusted us along the way.

If you’ve been part of our journey in any way—thank you. 🤍
And if you’re in a season that feels heavy or uncertain, we’re here to help.

Here’s to the next chapter. 🕊️

✨ 10 Years of Sparrow Counseling ✨Ten years ago today, Sparrow Counseling began with a story… not a strategy.Before ther...
04/01/2026

✨ 10 Years of Sparrow Counseling ✨

Ten years ago today, Sparrow Counseling began with a story… not a strategy.

Before there was a team, an office, or a full caseload—there was a belief:
That something beautiful can come from ashes.

In those early posts, Sara shared about walking through loss, uncertainty, and unexpected turns… and discovering that healing, growth, and strength were possible—even there.

That belief became the foundation of Sparrow Counseling.

🕊️ A place where:
• Hard conversations are welcomed
• Relationships are rebuilt
• Families find their footing again
• And people are reminded of their worth—even in the middle of their hardest seasons

What started as one voice has grown into a team of therapists who care deeply about helping individuals, couples, and families stay connected.

To every client, colleague, and friend who has been part of these last 10 years—thank you. You are part of this story.

And to those just finding us—welcome. We’re so glad you’re here.

Here’s to the next chapter. 🤍

If you’re in a season that feels heavy or uncertain, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to help.

It’s a big week at Sparrow Counseling… 🎉We’re celebrating 10 years of serving individuals, couples, and families in Birm...
03/30/2026

It’s a big week at Sparrow Counseling… 🎉

We’re celebrating 10 years of serving individuals, couples, and families in Birmingham.

What started as one therapist with a vision has grown into a team that is deeply committed to helping people navigate life’s hardest moments and most important relationships.

For the past decade, we’ve had the privilege of sitting with clients in real, meaningful work—through challenges, growth, and change.

This week, we’ll be looking back at where we started and reflecting on all that has been built along the way.

We’re so grateful for every client, colleague, and connection who has been part of this journey.

Stay tuned—we can’t wait to share more. 🤍

From Manager to Consultant: Helping Your Teen Build Confidence 💙If you’ve been the “manager” for years—tracking homework...
03/27/2026

From Manager to Consultant: Helping Your Teen Build Confidence 💙

If you’ve been the “manager” for years—tracking homework, packing lunches, keeping up with sports gear, emailing teachers, solving problems quickly—you’re not alone. That kind of parenting is often necessary when kids are younger.

But adolescence is the season when the role begins to shift.

In the teen years, your child doesn’t just need a manager… they need a consultant.
A consultant parent pauses, asks questions, and coaches their teen through decisions instead of rescuing them.

That can look like:
• “What do you think you should do?”
• Coaching your teen on what to say instead of emailing for them
• Helping them think through conflict rather than fixing it

Teens don’t build confidence by being rescued. They build it by practicing: attempting, struggling, and recovering—with steady support nearby.

This isn’t less parenting. It’s different parenting.
You’re not stepping back because you don’t care… you’re stepping back so they can step up.

📍Sparrow Counseling | Birmingham, AL + telehealth across Alabama
✨ Start with a free 15-minute consultation: sparrowcounsel.com

If you’re parenting a teen and still feel like you’re managing everything—homework, schedules, problems—it may be time f...
03/25/2026

If you’re parenting a teen and still feel like you’re managing everything—homework, schedules, problems—it may be time for a shift.

Adolescence is when parenting moves from “manager” to “consultant.” Instead of stepping in to fix, we begin helping teens think, problem-solve, and build confidence through their own experiences.

In our newest blog, we share how to make this transition in a way that supports your teen’s growth while keeping connection strong.

📍 Sparrow Counseling | Birmingham, AL
Read the blog here: https://www.sparrowcounsel.com/blog/2026/3/23/from-manager-to-consultant-how-parenting-shifts-in-the-teen-years
Schedule a free 15-minute consult!

03/23/2026

From Manager to Consultant: Helping Your Teen Build Confidence 💙

If you’re the parent of a teen and you feel like you’re managing everything—homework, lunches, water bottles, soccer cleats, last-minute problems—you’re not alone.

But adolescence is the season when our parenting role begins to shift.

For years, your job has been to manage and move things along. You’ve solved problems quickly, stepped in, and kept the machine running. But teens don’t build confidence by being rescued. They build it by practicing: attempting, struggling, and recovering.

In this video, Sha Wortman, LPC, talks about moving from manager to consultant:
• Instead of jumping in, pause and ask: “What do you think you should do?”
• Instead of emailing the teacher, coach your teen on what to say
• Instead of fixing the conflict, help them think it through

The goal isn’t less parenting—it’s different parenting.
You’re not stepping back because you don’t care. You’re stepping back so they can step up.

📍Sparrow Counseling | Birmingham + telehealth across Alabama
✨ Free 15-minute consultation: sparrowcounsel.com

Is it okay to have conflict in front of your kids?This is one of the most common questions we hear from parents—and the ...
03/19/2026

Is it okay to have conflict in front of your kids?

This is one of the most common questions we hear from parents—and the answer isn’t as simple as “yes” or “no.”

In our latest blog, we talk about:
• why some conflict can actually be healthy for kids
• how children experience tension (especially at younger ages)
• the difference between healthy and harmful conflict
• why “no conflict” isn’t the goal—learning to manage it is

Kids are always watching—and learning from how we handle hard moments.

📍 Sparrow Counseling | Birmingham, AL
Read the blog here: https://www.sparrowcounsel.com/blog/2026/3/17/what-level-of-conflict-is-okay-in-front-of-kids
Want support? Schedule a free 15-minute consult!

03/16/2026

How much conflict is okay for kids to see?

In our very first Sparrow Table Talks, Sara, Peyton, David, and Sha sit down together to talk about a question many parents wrestle with:
What level of conflict is appropriate to have in front of kids?

The truth is, children don’t need a conflict-free home to thrive. But they do need adults who know how to handle tension with care, repair, and emotional steadiness. In this conversation, we’re talking about the difference between healthy conflict and harmful conflict — and why that difference matters so much for children.

If you’ve ever wondered:

-Is it okay for my kids to see disagreement?
-What kind of conflict feels unsafe to children?
-How do we repair well after hard moments?

This conversation is for you.

Watch our first Sparrow Table Talks video and join us as we talk about relationships, families, and the everyday moments that shape connection.

Thank you to everyone who joined Sparrow Counseling for Conversations & Coffee! ☕️It was such a gift to connect with loc...
03/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined Sparrow Counseling for Conversations & Coffee! ☕️
It was such a gift to connect with local counselors and therapists, strengthen our referral community, and share genuine conversation in a relaxed setting.

We’re grateful to Red Cat Coffee House for hosting us, and we’re already looking forward to the next meet-up.

If you attended, feel free to comment below with your practice name/specialty (and what kinds of referrals you’re currently looking for). And if you missed it, keep an eye out—we’ll post the next date soon!

How to Support Your Partner Through a Major Life Change 💙When a major life change hits—grief, job loss, unexpected stres...
03/13/2026

How to Support Your Partner Through a Major Life Change 💙

When a major life change hits—grief, job loss, unexpected stress—one partner may be impacted more deeply while the other tries to figure out how to help. And in those early weeks, how you respond matters.

One of the most common traps is jumping straight into fixing: “What’s the plan?”
But what most people need first is empathy, steadiness, and presence.

These carousel images share a few practical ways to support your partner well:
• Don’t rush to fix it, start with “I’m so sorry. That really sucks.”
• Ask what they need instead of guessing
• Understand their needs may change day to day
• Remember: you’re a supportive teammate, not the manager

Hard seasons don’t have to disconnect you. Support and communication can actually strengthen your relationship.

If you and your partner need help navigating a major transition, Sparrow Counseling is here.
✨ Start with a free 15-minute consultation: sparrowcounsel.com

☕️ Counselors + Therapists: Conversations & CoffeeSparrow Counseling is hosting a casual, low-key meet-up for counselors...
03/12/2026

☕️ Counselors + Therapists: Conversations & Coffee

Sparrow Counseling is hosting a casual, low-key meet-up for counselors and therapists to connect, build relationships, and strengthen our referral community.

📅 Friday, March 13
🕗 8:00–10:00 AM (drop in anytime)
📍 Red Cat Coffee House (Pepper Place)
2901 2nd Ave S Suite 120, Birmingham, AL 35233

Grab a drink and join us! We’d love to see you there—feel free to invite a colleague.

Address

1736 Oxmoor Road, Ste 208
Homewood, AL
35209

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+1 205-538-3978

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