Martha Kilgore

Compassionate, experienced counselor guiding practical change

LPC Alabama

Experience: 25 years in practice
Focus areas: Family, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Martha

Martha Kilgore is an Alabama-licensed counselor with 25 years of clinical experience who focuses on helping people navigate relationship strain, grief, depression, addiction concerns, and the stresses that come with caregiving and family life.

Background and approach

She approaches therapy with respect for each person's strengths and life story, encouraging clients to build on what already works while learning new skills to manage difficult emotions and patterns.

Her practice draws on several evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking, acceptance and commitment strategies to clarify values and increase psychological flexibility, and client-centered practices that prioritize empathic listening and collaboration.

Martha also brings tools from dialectical behavior therapy and emotionally-focused approaches when emotion regulation and attachment patterns are central to the work. As an LPC, she aims to support practical problem solving alongside deeper exploration so clients can pursue a more fulfilling life.

People seeking help with family transitions, loss, self-esteem, career stress, trauma-related issues, or compassion fatigue will find a therapist who emphasizes partnership, gradual progress, and respect for each client's knowledge of their own life.

Therapeutic approaches that translate well to online work

Many clients benefit from cognitive behavioral techniques that help identify unhelpful thoughts and develop concrete skills for managing mood, anxiety, and day-to-day stress; these strategies adapt well to remote sessions through discussion, worksheets, and between-session practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and practicing mindful, committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings, which can support work on grief, career transitions, and long-standing patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's lead and creates space for self-discovery and emotional processing.

Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the initial collaboration. The therapist will work with each client to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, and will adjust techniques over time as progress unfolds.

Online formats offer practical flexibility: video calls allow face-to-face interaction, phone sessions remove the need for a camera, and live chat or text-based messaging can provide brief check-ins or supplementary support between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain consistent work on relationships, grief, mood, and stress while fitting therapy into a busy life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Martha works with a wide range of issues including family and relationship difficulties, grief and loss, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, career stress, and compassion fatigue, along with several related focus areas such as abandonment, caregiving stress, and communication problems.

How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?

The practice emphasizes a collaborative, strengths-based stance that blends cognitive behavioral strategies, acceptance and commitment principles, and client-centered listening to help clients set goals and develop practical coping skills.

What is the therapist's background and experience?

She has 25 years of professional work experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, grief, and related challenges.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

The clinician is an LPC licensed in Alabama with the license identifier AL LPC LPC02005 and practices from that state.

Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and scheduling.

How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsGrief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Alabama

Languages

English