Anna Maria Copeland, MS, LPC

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I graduated from Troy University with a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health in 2012. I am from the Wiregrass area. The majority of my counseling experience has been working with and around children from age three and up. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the beautiful state of Alabama. I am currently pursuing my certification to become a Registered Play Therapist.

My background consists of working in private practice along with non-profit, state, and federally funded programs that help serve our wonderful children across Alabama. Before joining the team here at Grand Oaks, I most recently worked for a Head Start Program as an educational coach and thoroughly enjoyed working with staff, families, and most especially the children of that program.

I do enjoy working with children, spending time with family and friends, volunteering, traveling, and being outside around nature.

 I have had the honor of working with all age groups through counseling and find myself drawn to working with children the most. It is a great privilege to be able to work alongside children in helping to improve their overall social and emotional well-being. Along with supporting them in knowing how special and meaningful they are. I find most children thrive once they come to understand they are loved, valued, and have a real purpose in life. 

I find that most clients feel most comfortable using cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe in using a simple yet eclectic approach to counseling, depending on the individual client and supporting their needs. It is an approach that is client-centered, holistic, and strengths-based. I also, from time to time, incorporate other therapy techniques into counseling from Mindfulness, Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Reality Therapies. I do incorporate play and art therapy activities into counseling sessions. I find that both play and art can be therapeutic for anyone of any age. I also find that doing so helps to support children, especially in being able to communicate their wants and needs to others. I want to help my clients overcome challenges they may be facing. And/or develop coping skills they could use in their everyday lives.

 I feel it’s important for the client to feel comfortable and relaxed in therapy. In my office, I would hope that clients feel free to express themselves, their thoughts, feelings, and ideas. While feeling safe and secure enough to communicate their desires, wants, and needs. It is a journey of their experiences, their feelings, and their life. It could be a process of healing and growth. Or a journey of exploration and betterment. 

• New Client Intake Appointments; approx 90minutes- $165
• Each additional session; approx 55 minutes- $150

See our Rates Page for more information on the rates of different therapists in our practice and the ways Grand Oaks Counseling is committed to helping individuals for whom finances may prevent access to the care you need. 

I am available for counseling sessions at my office in Decatur.  If you would like to schedule an appointment or talk further about the ways I could help, call our office at Grand Oaks Counseling (256-542-1482) and ask to schedule with Anna.  I look forward to hearing from you.