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      • Fanetia Love, ALC
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      • Trent Johnson (INTERN)
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      • Perinatal Postpartum
      • PCIT Therapy
      • Couples Therapy
      • Indivudal Therapy
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334-443-1030

Transforming Lives, Strengthening Families, & Connecting Couples

Transforming Lives, Strengthening Families, & Connecting CouplesTransforming Lives, Strengthening Families, & Connecting CouplesTransforming Lives, Strengthening Families, & Connecting Couples
  • Home
  • Meet Our Team
    • Maddison Kirschner, LMFT
    • Diana Akan, LMFT
    • Fanetia Love, ALC
    • Dr. Singleton, LICSW
    • Sabrina Shaw, LMFT
    • Kathryn Hope Bates, LPC
    • Trent Johnson (INTERN)
    • Administration
  • SErvices & Specialties
    • Perinatal Postpartum
    • PCIT Therapy
    • Couples Therapy
    • Indivudal Therapy
    • EMDR (TRAUMA)
    • Intensive Couples Thearpy
    • Family Therapy
    • Telethearpy
    • KBIT-2 REVISED TEST
  • Book now
  • Insurance/Rates
  • Contact/Locations
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OUr EMDR SPECIatlist and In-School Therapist

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Kathryn Hope Bates, LPC (Ozark Office)

Healing from trauma takes courage — and you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in helping women, men, and children recover from trauma, grief, and emotional pain through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. 


My approach combines EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with warmth, empathy, and deep understanding to help clients find safety, strength, and lasting healing.

With over 26 years of experience in education, ministry, and mental health, I understand that every story is unique. Many of my clients come to me after feeling “stuck” or weighed down by painful memories. Together, we work to release the emotional weight of the past and rediscover hope, purpose, and confidence for the future.


I help children and teens who have faced difficult experiences feel safe and supported again, and I guide adults toward self-compassion, emotional balance, and renewed connection in their lives. My goal is to help each person build resilience, self-worth, and a deeper sense of peace — both within themselves and in their relationships.


Based in Ozark, Alabama, I provide therapy in person and via secure telehealth across the state. Whether you’re seeking trauma recovery, emotional healing, or renewed strength, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. I currently accept BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna and Medicaid and self-pay. 

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Here’s what makes our practice unique:

 Accessible & Convenient

Choose what fits your lifestyle: in-person sessions in Ozark or Enterprise, Alabama, or secure telehealth therapy anywhere in Alabama.


Client-Centered Care

You’re more than a diagnosis — you’re a story in progress. We focus on your strengths, values, and personal growth at every stage of your journey.


Safe, Supportive Space

Feel heard, understood, and empowered in a warm, judgment-free environment where your voice truly matters.


 Book Your Appointment Today

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether you’re seeking healing, growth, or reconnection, Oak River Counseling is here to help you find balance, hope, and renewal — one step at a time. 

Call: 334-443-1030

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Email: ashlyn@oakrivercounseling.com

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