At Fortify Christian Counseling, LLC no person is looked at as the problem, instead the problems presented during counseling are viewed as external to the individual, and as problematic symptoms of what is taking place within the larger system. With this in mind, the unique focus on the inner self during counseling incorporates a biblical worldview of wholeness, empirically supported clinical tools and evidence based interventions. Counseling is much more than simply sitting on a sofa and talking, it is an all-encompassing battle for the heart, the mind and the soul of each individual.
FORTIFY consists of licensed professionals, pastoral counselors, board certified Christian counselors, and certified biblical counselors who possess the necessary qualifications to provide counseling focused on Christ, grounded in the teachings of the Bible, and supported by clinical knowledge.
Fortify operates independently of any particular church or denomination and has its main offices in a stand-alone building in Hoover, Alabama. As the organization expands, new offices are opened in locations where suitable space is provided by God. Clients are not obligated to be associated with any specific church or religious belief to enter into a counselor-client relationship with us. We are here to serve you to the glory of God!
Meet Our Counselors
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Brandon Mallette, MDiv, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Fall 2025)
Serves Teens, Men, Women, and Couples
In Birmingham
Elizabeth Coleman
MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Licensed Professional Counselor
Accepts BCBS Insurance
Serves Children (10+), Men, and Women
In Birmingham
Dr. Jerra Dooley, Owner, Biblical Counselor & Life Coach
Ed.D. Pastoral Counseling, LHBC, ACBC-Trained Biblical Counselor
Serves Women (age 16+) and Couples
In Birmingham
Lori Barstow White
MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling, BCCC
Serves Teens (16+), College Students, Men, & Women
In Person in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa
Matt Kirkpatrick
MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Fall 2025)
Serves Children (8+), Teens, Men, Women, & Couples
In Person in Birmingham
Susanna Brown
MS Social Work, LICSW-PIP, BCPC, BCC Affiliate, ACBC-Trained Biblical Counselor
Accepts BCBS Insurance
Serves Children (all ages), Men, Women, & Couples
In Person in Birmingham
Reach out to us today!
Please complete the form below to schedule an appointment; add preferred counselor’s name to the request if known, or contact owner, Dr. Jerra Dooley, who will assist you in finding the perfect fit for your counseling needs: (205) 274-2124.
We will try our best to accommodate your request and will be in touch ASAP.
