Transforming Lives Together

Providing Compassionate, Affordable Counseling and Family Support Services

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Why Choose Us?

Our Unique Values in Counseling Services

01.

Compassionate Care

We meet every individual and family where they are — with patience, dignity, and genuine concern. Our counselors are trained professionals who truly listen, creating a safe space for healing and growth.

02.

Faith-Based Support

Our Christian affiliation enables us to offer guidance that reflects and respects the values of various faiths while providing professional counseling services.

03.

Community Focused

Born from a grassroots effort to protect Birmingham's youth, we remain deeply invested in the families and neighborhoods we serve. Stronger families mean a stronger community — and that drives everything we do.
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Who We Are

Impact Family Counseling

We are a Christian affiliated, nonprofit counseling center and United Way of Central Alabama agency. We were founded in 1991 with the aim to provide low cost professional counseling services to the Birmingham community. We are a member agency of the Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers. We are a 501 C 3 organization designed to protect children and strengthen families. We are available to all people of all faiths, regardless of race, age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Using Christian Principals to Build Strong Families, Support Children, and Empower Individuals

What We Do

Programs & Services

Anger Control Training

IMPACT Provides Adult Anger Control Training classes.
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Cribs for Kids

IMPACT provides Safe Sleep Education program with free crib distributions for new moms.
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Family Reunification & Co-Parenting Program

IMPACT provides a Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchanges program for non-custodial parents.

Outpatient Counseling

IMPACT provides Outpatient Counseling and telehealth support for Individuals, Families and Children.

PROVE

IMPACT provides a Prove program that trains adults in parenting, vocational education and placement, and life general life skills.

Successful Schools

IMPACT provides School Counselors and School Support Staff for school systems and a Day Treatment School for children with special needs.

Client Experiences

Stories of Hope and Healing

I returned to IMPACT after other services did not meet my needs, and the care I received made a tremendous difference in my life. My counselor helped me work through past trauma, create a healthier future for myself and my family, and build confidence in reaching my goals. The positive changes I've experienced have been noticed by my family and friends, and I look forward to my counseling sessions each week
As a mother striving to provide the best for my newborn, these items mean more to us than words can express. The information shared regarding Safe Sleep has opened my eyes and help me better understand potential safety issues for my newborn. Your kindness and support have brought relief and comfort during a challenging time. The crib and car seat will ensure my baby's safety and help me feel confident as I care for my little one.
Impact Family Counseling has been a blessing in my life. The support I’ve received has helped me stay focused, keep pushing forward, and not give up on myself during moments when I felt like everything was falling apart.
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Client Portal

Secure Online Tools for Outpatient Clients

At IMPACT Family Counseling, we make it easy to connect with the services you need. Through our secure Client Portal, you can schedule appointments, complete forms, view important documents, and securely message our staff—all from one convenient location.

For general inquiries please call (205) 916-0123.

Take the First Step

Reach out today to start your journey towards healing and growth with our supportive counseling services.

You can Make a Difference!

Since 1991, IMPACT Family Counseling has reached out to the hurting and the lost in our community. Many of those we see cannot afford the services they desperately need. We need your help because they need our help. Please donate today and help us make an IMPACT for our friends, family, and neighbors.


All donations are tax deductible

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