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I’m a mental and emotional wellness therapist dedicated to helping you find greater fulfillment in life. Embracing your unique experiences with curiosity and respect, I acknowledge you as the expert of your life in our work together. I have a BA in psychology from Auburn University and a Master's in counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Additionally, I have extensive training and experience in marital/premarital counseling, couples counseling, and relationship issues.

With over 30 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling grounded in rehabilitation and mental health practice. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, substance use concerns, and adjustment to disability. My background includes extensive work with intellectual and developmental disabilities, children with emotional and behavioral disorders, and youth in foster and adoptive care. I also provide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, as well as individual, couples, family, and group counseling. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH), I am committed to providing ethical, culturally responsive, and practical support to help clients build resilience and move forward with confidence.

Clients should know that I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to every session. I specialize in working with neurodiverse individuals, people managing anxiety or depression, and those navigating major life transitions. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, meaning I value your voice in the process and tailor our work together to your unique goals.

I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself without judgment. My role is to listen, guide, and equip you with tools that promote resilience, self-awareness, and growth. I also understand the importance of balancing mental health with real-life challenges like school, work, and relationships, and I integrate practical strategies to help you thrive in each area.

Most importantly, I want clients to know that they are not alone. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on both healing and building the confidence to move forward.

You want to experience joy, yet it feels out of reach. Healing from trauma using EMDR and feeling resilient and confident is within reach!

I offer a space where your experiences and feelings are honored and understood. Together, we can navigate your journey towards healing and growth, If you are seeking support to manage stress, navigate life transitions, boost self-esteem, find motivation, cope with grief, or regulate emotions, I am here to help. Let's embark on this journey together!

Hey, hey! I’m Jerusalem Brown, a licensed psychotherapist and the founder of Mental Health Monarchs—but more importantly, I’m a real person who has done (and is still doing) the deep work of healing myself, and I pride myself on being a therapist who also has a therapist. [insert a wink here]

I’m a self-proclaimed introverted extrovert—deeply intuitive, warm, and reflective, with just enough boldness to challenge what’s not working in your life (lovingly, of course). I have 15+ years of experience in mental health (six as a licensed therapist). I hold a post-master's certification to teach psychology and a master’s in Professional Counseling, and I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, emotional neglect, trauma, low self-worth, boundary challenges, and complex relationship patterns.

But this isn’t just professional for me—it’s personal. I created Mental Health Monarchs because I am the kind of client I serve. I know what it’s like to grow up with food, clothes, and shelter, but feel emotionally unseen. I know the weight of being the “strong one” while silently unraveling inside. Therapy changed my life—but the real transformation came when I stopped performing strength and started practicing boundaries, unapologetic self-care, and emotional self-mastery.

My approach is intuitive, culturally grounded, compassion-forward, and often humorous. I blend depth with creativity, and I hold space for you to show up fully—without shame, masks, or performance because I believe healing should feel like coming home to yourself—not like performing for perfection.

If you're ready to unpack, unlearn, and reclaim the parts of yourself that had to stay hidden to survive...I’d be honored to walk that journey with you. Let's go!

Going to therapy was one of my hardest journeys. Getting over the fear of being judged, labeled, and uncomfortable was the hardest part. I was able to connect mentally, spiritually, and culturally with my therapist. This further encouraged me to provide a safe space for others. I have worked in hospitals, at-risk youth facilities, and nonprofit organizations. I have been trained in trauma-focused interventions with guaranteed results.