Martha Kilgore, LPC
Alabama LPC supporting families and healing
- Family and relationship work
- Trauma and grief support
- Strengths-based compassionate care
About Martha Kilgore
Martha Kilgore is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with 25 years of professional experience. She has supported people navigating stress and anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, and the process of grief and loss. Martha works from a strengths-based perspective, holding that each person is the expert of their own story and has inner resources to draw on when facing life’s challenges. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, which indicates formal training and state licensure in counseling.
Clients who seek Martha’s care often bring concerns related to family dynamics, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, career decisions, and compassion fatigue. Her approach centers on listening carefully, validating experience, and helping individuals identify practical steps that align with their values and goals. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage, and Martha offers steady, compassionate support throughout that process.
With a background spanning multiple areas of practice, she tailors evidence-informed methods to meet each person’s needs while honoring their priorities and pace. Martha aims to create a respectful, collaborative environment where clients can clarify what matters to them and move toward meaningful change.
Clients who seek Martha’s care often bring concerns related to family dynamics, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, career decisions, and compassion fatigue. Her approach centers on listening carefully, validating experience, and helping individuals identify practical steps that align with their values and goals. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage, and Martha offers steady, compassionate support throughout that process.
With a background spanning multiple areas of practice, she tailors evidence-informed methods to meet each person’s needs while honoring their priorities and pace. Martha aims to create a respectful, collaborative environment where clients can clarify what matters to them and move toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Martha Kilgore have?
Martha Kilgore has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Martha Kilgore a licensed therapist?
Yes. Martha Kilgore holds the LPC credential. License details are AL LPC LPC02005.
In which languages does Martha Kilgore provide therapy?
Martha provides therapy in English.
Where is Martha Kilgore located?
Martha Kilgore is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Martha Kilgore as my therapist?
You can work with Martha Kilgore through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Martha Kilgore work with international clients?
Martha Kilgore does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Martha Kilgore cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT is often helpful for those coping with ongoing stress, grief, or patterns that interfere with a valued life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more adaptive patterns. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and challenges related to coping and decision-making.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to strengthen self-understanding and self-esteem. This approach supports people who want a validating, paced space to explore goals and improve relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will adapt methods over time to respond to what works and what does not.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, provide access when travel is difficult, and allow continued support between in-person opportunities, all while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to focus on the work that matters most to the client.