Laura O'Loughlin

Independent Business Owner/Mental Health Counselor · Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling

mental health Birmingham, AL

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
11 years
since Feb 2015
Gender
Female

Experience

Independent Business Owner/Mental Health CounselorCurrent
Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling
Since Feb 2015 · 11 years · Birmingham, AL

Education

Winthrop University
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
2012 – 2014
University of Plymouth
B.Sc (hons)
2005 – 2009
Royal Forest of Dean College
A-Level
2003 – 2005

Skills

Mental Health Counseling Behavioral Health Developmental Disabilities Therapists Psychotherapy Treatment Psychology Dbt Interventions Mental Health Motivational Interviewing Play Therapy Public Speaking Dual Diagnosis Nonprofits Substance Use Disorders Co Occurring Disorders Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

About Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Office Location
Birmingham, AL

Professional Overview

Laura O'Loughlin is a Independent Business Owner/Mental Health Counselor, currently affiliated with Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling, based in Birmingham, AL. As a mental health, O'Loughlin contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Birmingham, AL. They have been with Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling for 11 years. O'Loughlin holds academic credentials, including Master of Education (M.Ed.) and B.Sc (hons), from Winthrop University and University of Plymouth. Core competencies include Mental Health Counseling, Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, Therapists, Psychotherapy. Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1 to 19 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Birmingham, AL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Laura O'Loughlin is one of them.
  • 366 mental health professionals are based in AL (out of 16,429 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical mental health compensation in AL: $35,000 – $88,000 (median $51,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in AL: Sole Proprietor (19), Altapointe Health Systems (4), Private Practice (4).
  • 8% of mental health professionals in AL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 80% of mental health professionals in AL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Laura O'Loughlin located?

Laura O'Loughlin is based in Birmingham, AL. They are currently affiliated with Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling.

What is Laura O'Loughlin's specialty?

Laura O'Loughlin specializes in mental health. Their current role is Independent Business Owner/Mental Health Counselor.

Where does Laura O'Loughlin currently work?

Laura O'Loughlin currently works at Whispering Hope Mental Health Counseling. They have been there for 11 years.

What is Laura O'Loughlin's educational background?

Laura O'Loughlin attended Winthrop University and University of Plymouth.

How do I contact Laura O'Loughlin for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a mental health professional?

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What is the average salary for a mental health professional in AL?

mental health professionals in AL typically earn $35,000 to $88,000 annually, with a median of $51,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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