Dr. Jerra Dooley
HOOVER ACBC CERTIFIED COUNSELOR Counseling Women and Groups Dr. Jerra Dooley desires to share God’s transforming grace with others, so they too can experience the power of God’s redemptive love. Her compassion for women who have suffered childhood and/or partner abuse has driven her to a lifetime of service to women who have been abused, […]
JC Threadcraft – Clinical Advisor
He is not accepting clients at this time. Founder of Fortify Christian Counseling, JC Threadcraft, transferred ownership of the practice to Dr. Jerra Dooley in May 2024. Now, his affiliation with the practice is to provide clinical direction as needed.
Sarah Jane Tallakson
Hoover Associate Licensed Counselor Sarah Jane is an Associate Licensed Counselor who earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. During her practicum and internship, Sarah Jane served teenagers at a residential treatment center that provided counseling services to those involved in the DHR system. She is an associate licensed counselor […]
Matt Kirkpatrick
HOOVER Pastoral Counselor Matt is a Pastoral Counselor passionate about helping teens, young adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges. He uses a blend of counseling techniques and his experience working with young people to address issues like anxiety, relationship struggles, and finding purpose. Matt is completing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty […]
Lori Barstow White
TUSCALOOSA & HOOVER BOARD CERTIFIED CHRISTIAN COUNSELOR Women, Men, College Students, and Teens (16+) Lori Barstow White holds a master’s degree in counselor education from the University of Alabama (1996). She is also a Board Certified Christian Counselor (BCCC) through the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC) and a member of the American Association of […]
Brandon Mallette
HOOVER PASTORAL COUNSELOR Teens, Men, Women, Couples, Groups Brandon is a recent graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he earned a Master of Divinity (M.Div) in Great Commission Studies. He is currently earning a Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands. Before joining Fortify Christian Counseling, Brandon served […]
Elizabeth Coleman, MA, LPC
Individuals, Couples, Groups, Teens, & Children Elizabeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Elizabeth has served women who are victims of sex trafficking through trauma therapy, men in substance abuse, and college students at Samford University. Most recently, Elizabeth worked at a family […]