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Welcome to The Collective!

Here at The Collective, we believe healing is a collective endeavor and collective accountability.

It is not too late for you to find healing, we would be honored to be a part of your healing journey!

Meet the Team

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Lara Allen, LICSW
Therapist, Co-owner

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Kim Evans, LICSW
Therapist, Co-owner

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 Mary Elizabeth Akinaka, LPC
Therapist

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Natalie Balch, LICSW
Therapist

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Laura Haymon, LICSW
Therapist

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Ashley Castillow, LICSW
Therapist

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Mary Kate Viall, ALC
Therapist

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The Garden at The Collective Team

Savannah Smith, MS, RD,LD
Registered Dietitian

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Our Services

  • psychotherapy, refers to a variety of treatments that aim to help an individual identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts and behaviors. the goal is to relieve stress and help you feel like yourself again.

  • EMDR, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, is a treatment technique in which it involves moving your eyes in a specific way while processing traumatic memories. the goal is to help you heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences.

  • lifespan Integration is an innovative psychotherapy that understands the complexity of the body-mind system and how various traumas impact our daily interactions, perspectives, and emotions.

  • consultation, is the process in which a consultant will work with an individual, professionals and/or organization to reach a goal of bringing positive change. this process is to help an individual understand problems as integral parts.

  • group therapy, is a form of psychotherapy in which a group of individuals meet collectively to describe and discuss their problems together under the supervision of a therapist.

  • registered dietitian nutritionist counsel clients on nutrition issues and healthy eating habits. specialties can include but are not limited to; eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, OSFED), emotional eating, chronic dieting and diabetes management.

  • EMDR intensives condense multiple long sessions into a few days, offering faster relief from trauma. They’re tailored for those seeking quick progress or unable to attend weekly therapy.

  • A personalized wellness retreat offers a custom experience designed around your unique goals—whether for relaxation, healing, or personal growth. It typically includes tailored activities like yoga, meditation, nutrition, and therapeutic sessions to support a collective well-being in a peaceful setting.

  • Mahjong is a tile-based strategy game that challenges memory, focus, and problem-solving. In Siamese Mahjong, you play alongside a therapist, combining the benefits of play and connection. This mindful, engaging activity supports relaxation, social connection, and emotional well-being. description

Contact Us

 

Address

3325 Triana Blvd SW Suite 201

Huntsville, AL 35805

Hours
Monday–Thursday
9am–4pm

Phone
(256) 954-5256

Fax
(256) 756-4155

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