Jacqueline Pickens, LICSW, AL | Psychotherapist

About Jacqueline Pickens

Focus areas

Divorce Counseling

Panic Attack

Women's Issues Therapy

Emotional Disturbance

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Work-Related Counseling

Marriage Conflict Resolution

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Culturally Sensitive

Positive Psychology

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jacqueline Pickens

I’m a therapist who helps adults navigate anxiety, burnout, and the emotional weight of doing it all. I provide a safe, grace-filled space for them to process, heal, and learn how to truly thrive. If you know anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, I’d love to be a resource for them. My approach As a therapist, my approach is rooted in compassion, grace, and real-life understanding. I work with women who are juggling multiple roles—professional, mom, wife, caregiver—and feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or stuck. In our work together, I provide a safe space where you don’t have to have it all together. We slow things down so you can catch your breath, process what you’re carrying, and begin to heal. I use a mix of proven tools like CBT and mindfulness, but I always start with you—your story, your strengths, and your goals. Therapy with me isn’t about quick fixes or judgment; it’s about finding practical ways to cope, create boundaries, and build a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are. I believe in the power of grace: giving it to yourself, learning from your experiences, and growing at your own pace. My goal is to help you move from just surviving to fully thriving—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. My focus My ideal clients are high-achieving women—especially working moms and wives—who are carrying the emotional and mental load of everyone around them while trying to hold themselves together. They often look like they’re managing well on the outside, but inside, they feel anxious, exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from who they really are. I support these women by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they don’t have to perform or pretend. Together, we explore what’s beneath the surface—whether it’s people-pleasing, perfectionism, unresolved grief, or burnout. I use a blend of evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies, always tailored to the individual.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Alabama

Education and training

The University of Alabama, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1689109860

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Jacqueline Pickens?

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Is Jacqueline Pickens accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Jacqueline Pickens online?

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What practice does Jacqueline Pickens work with?

Jacqueline Pickens works with Rula Health - Alabama.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jacqueline Pickens?

Jacqueline Pickens frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jacqueline Pickens on their profile.