Oasis is one of the few women’s counseling centers in the state, providing services to women throughout the life span, from the very young to the very wise.

Oasis’ core mission is designed for women who are encountering obstacles in their lives either because of challenging circumstances or normal life transitions. Oasis’ staff includes a clinical psychologist, licensed professional counselors, two play therapists, and a marriage and family therapist.

Oasis provides individual, couples, group, and family counseling, as well as play therapy. Fees are determined on the basis of a sliding fee scale which begins at just $10 per session. To learn more about our counseling services, or to schedule an appointment, please call 205.933.0338 to speak with an Intake Counselor.

Meet The Counseling & Program Staff

Julianne Venable, Clinical Director of Oasis, has a Master’s and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the New School for Social Research in New York. She has worked in Community Mental Health Centers and had a private practice for 15 years. Her interests are in Women’s Issues, particularly those of Elderly Women, Transition and Loss and Coping with Chronic Health Problems.

Ellery C. Berryhill is an Associated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist under the supervision of Stephanie G. Puleo, PH.D., LMFT, LPC. Ellery holds a Masters of Education degree from the University of Montevallo, with a specialty in marriage and family counseling, as well as a Master of Arts degree in communication from the University of Alabama. She is also a certified Prepare-Enrich Marriage Counseling Provider and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Ellery conducts sessions with families, couples, and individuals who are dealing with a variety of issues from communication and conflict to grief and loss, divorce and infidelity. She has conducted family financial management workshops, premarital workshops for couples, and divorce recovery classes for children.

Cathy Foss is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist (RPT). Cathy received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Cathy specializes in play therapy with a focus on childhood problems such as sexual/physical abuse, trauma, anxiety, attachment disorders and anger management. Cathy also provides individual counseling to adolescents and women.

Anne-Marie Griffin is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Anne-Marie conducts individual sessions with women and provides education and outreach on such topics as depression, stress management, domestic violence, and issues related to the body-image concerns of teenage girls. Anne-Marie has received continuing education in dream work, the feminine psyche, and self-mutilation.

Carolyn Nemeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor with at Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from the University of Alabama (UAB). Carolyn provides counseling services and also serves as the Intake Coordinator. Carolyn is trained in Solution-Focused (Brief) Therapy and Play Therapy.

Mimie Player is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Mimie specializes in play therapy with a focus on childhood problems such as sexual/physical abuse, trauma due to witnessing domestic violence, anxiety, attachment disorders and anger management. Mimie also provides individual counseling to women throughout the lifespan.

If you are interested in a practicum or internship placement at Oasis, please contact Dr. Julianne Venable by email at jvenable@oasiscounseling.org or by phone at 205.933.0338.