NEW LEAF
Counseling & Development
Purpose over excuses. Courage to change.
New Leaf’s mission is to foster a safe and stable environment of personal growth for at-risk youth empowering them to reach their full potential through mentorship, education, and community support.
Our Mission
New Leaf is committed to supporting individuals and families through programs that promote healing, personal growth, and long-term change.
Our Vision
Our vision is to see individuals and families turn challenging chapters into new beginnings by choosing purpose over excuses, building resilience, and embracing futures defined by responsibility, growth, and hope. The best views come from the hardest climbs.
New Leaf Counseling & Development provides programs designed to support emotional wellness, personal growth, and long-term stability. Our services focus on building resilience, strengthening life skills, and helping individuals and families move forward with confidence.
Our Services
Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
New Leaf provides supportive services that promote emotional wellness, resilience, and healthy decision-making. Our approach focuses on strengthening coping skills, improving relationships, and helping individuals navigate life’s challenges in a constructive way.
Services available:
- Individual counseling services provided by a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Trauma-informed care and coping strategies
- Stress, anxiety, and anger management skills
- Emotional intelligence and self-awareness development
- Conflict resolution and healthy relationship skills
- Support related to problematic sexual behaviors (PSB)
*Recognized as an approved PSB (Problematic Sexual Behavior) provider through the University of Alabama Youth Services Institute.
Non-referral appointments may also be scheduled through the secure provider network Headway, allowing clients to use many major insurance plans depending on coverage by clicking here.
Diversion & Accountability Programs
New Leaf provides structured diversion programming designed to promote accountability, skill development, and positive behavioral change. These services offer supportive alternatives that help youth address challenges while working toward healthier and more productive outcomes.
Services available:
- Structured diversion programming
- Accountability and behavioral skill development
- Decision-making and problem-solving interventions
- Restorative practices and conflict resolution
- Individual goal setting and progress monitoring
- Collaboration with courts, probation, and community partners
*Recognized as an approved diversion program provider with the Alabama Department of Youth Services (DYS).
Mentoring & Youth Development
New Leaf provides mentoring and personal development opportunities that encourage positive growth, leadership, and responsible decision-making. Participants are supported in building confidence, strengthening character, and setting goals for the future.
Services available:
- Individual and group mentoring
- Leadership development activities
- Goal-setting and future planning
- Character development and positive decision-making
- Community engagement and service opportunities
- Confidence-building and personal growth support
Family & Caregiver Support
New Leaf works with families and caregivers to strengthen communication, improve relationships, and support positive outcomes. Our goal is to provide guidance and resources that help families create stable and supportive environments.
Services available:
- Parent and caregiver coaching
- Family communication and conflict resolution support
- Guidance navigating youth and family services
- Family engagement workshops
- Support for caregivers of at-risk individuals
- Strategies for strengthening family relationships and stability
Academic Support & Educational Advocacy
New Leaf supports individuals in strengthening academic skills and navigating educational systems. Our goal is to help participants remain engaged in learning while building the skills needed for long-term educational success.
Services available:
- Tutoring and homework support
- Study skills and academic planning
- School engagement and attendance support
- Credit recovery and alternative education guidance
- Educational advocacy in collaboration with schools
- Assistance navigating educational resources and programs
Life Skills & Independent Living
New Leaf helps individuals build the practical life skills necessary for independence and stability. Our programs focus on developing everyday competencies that support responsible decision-making and successful transitions into adulthood.
Services available:
- Financial literacy and budgeting skills
- Time management and goal-setting strategies
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Personal responsibility and accountability development
- Housing readiness and independent living preparation
- Self-Identity Development
Career Education & Workforce Readiness
New Leaf prepares individuals for meaningful employment and long-term career growth. Our services focus on developing workplace skills, exploring career pathways, and connecting participants with opportunities for career and technical education.
Services available:
- Resume development and job application assistance
- Interview preparation and workplace etiquette
- Career exploration and pathway planning
- Introduction to Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities
- Workforce readiness and employability skills
- Connections to training programs and community employers
Individuals may access services through a variety of pathways, including:
✔ Court referrals
✔ Structured diversion programs
✔ Specialized programming partnerships
✔ Counseling appointments scheduled through Headway
Many major insurance providers accepted.
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