Carol Costner, LPC

Carol Costner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alabama with 21 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting struggles, career concerns, and major life transitions. Her background blends health care and mental health training, beginning with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama in Birmingham and years of direct patient care in hospital settings. She later earned a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Jacksonville State University, obtained her counseling license, and earned national certification as a counselor.

Carol’s approach centers on the client - she views each person as the expert on their own life and collaborates with them to build practical, sustainable change. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused and narrative methods to tailor treatment to each individual. That integrated, whole-person approach balances empathy with clear, goal-oriented guidance so people can reduce self-criticism while taking meaningful steps forward.

Throughout her career Carol has worked in a variety of clinical settings with people facing both diagnosed and undiagnosed mental health issues. She focuses on helping clients access their internal compass - the sense of purpose and direction that supports recovery and growth. With a calm, direct style, she supports clients who want relief from distressing emotions and tools to build a more fulfilling, resilient life.