About Kasey L. West, LICSW

Guiding you on a journey to rediscover balance.

I’m an Alabama-based therapist specializing in treating PTSD, childhood and developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, and bipolar disorder.

Change awakens fear, but its reward is growth.

Change feels intimidating because it pulls you from the familiar, even when the familiar isn’t helping you. The mind seeks predictability, leading you to repeat patterns that keep you stuck. Therapy enables you to uncover these patterns, challenge fears, and build confidence to embrace new paths, trusting yourself to handle what comes.

You're here seeking growth, healing, or understanding.

Does life feel confusing, overwhelming, or out of control? Perhaps you find yourself feeling irritable, anxious, or burdened by thoughts that never seem to settle. It’s common, especially during times of stress, to feel stuck or alone, questioning your choices, your relationships, and even your sense of self. You might wonder where things took a turn, feeling weighed down by self-doubt, and yet, each day, you put on a brave face to keep going.

I’m here to support you in unraveling the parts of your life that feel tangled or unsustainable. Together, we’ll make sense of what isn’t working and why, helping you reconnect with your own voice—separate from others' expectations or judgments.

How I work:

At the core of my approach to therapy is the belief that healing begins with understanding.

I'm here to guide you through a journey of deep self-understanding, where you can safely explore and process past traumas, gain insight into the roots of your thoughts and emotions, and understand how your experiences have shaped your life. Together, we’ll uncover the connections between past events and current challenges, helping you develop greater self-awareness and inner healing. My goal is to support you as you break free from limiting beliefs, empowering you to move toward a life that feels more fulfilling and true to who you are.

Therapy with me is…

  • Empathy is essential—it allows me to deeply understand your feelings, thoughts, and experiences from your perspective. By truly listening and validating what you share, empathy creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. This foundation of understanding helps us build trust, empowering you to explore your inner world with openness and self-compassion.

  • Patience allows us to move through therapy at a pace that feels both comfortable and sustainable for you. Healing and self-discovery take time, and patience creates space for genuine, lasting change without rushing the process. Taking things step by step helps you feel supported and empowered as you grow and heal.

  • Therapy is a productive space where you actively work through challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools to improve your life. Each session builds on the last, helping you make meaningful connections, change unhelpful patterns, and create lasting positive change. The process may take time, but the work you put in ultimately leads to a stronger, more empowered version of yourself.

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My Training & Education

    • Master’s Degree in Social Work, University of Alabama

    • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

    • 13 years of experience in outpatient therapy

    • Certified EMDR Practitioner, trained through the EMDR Institute.

    • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II).

    • Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

I’m here to help you grow.

The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.

— Carl Jung —

The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are. — Carl Jung —