Same-Day Therapy Appointments
Need to Talk to Someone Today?
Sometimes, waiting for support isn’t ideal. Whether you’re navigating a difficult situation, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or simply ready to take the next step, connecting with a therapist shouldn’t have to feel complicated.
We keep same-day therapy appointments open daily at various times. Meet with an available therapist online or in person at our Helena or Cahaba Valley location.
Therapy That Fits Your Day
Real Therapy. Real Support. Same Day.
Same-day therapy at Soul Story Therapy is the same professional, individualized care offered through traditional therapy, with the added convenience of selecting an available appointment that day.
These are not shortened sessions, informal conversations, or drop-in consultations. They are standard therapy appointments with participating licensed clinicians, subject to availability and clinical fit.
Whether you’re beginning therapy for the first time, returning to counseling, or looking for an available appointment, same-day scheduling offers another way to connect with care.
Choose How You’d Like to Meet
We keep same-day slots open daily at various times, online and in person.
Online Therapy
Connect from Wherever You Are in Alabama
Online therapy offers the convenience of meeting with a therapist from a private, comfortable location. Virtual appointments may provide additional scheduling flexibility depending on which clinicians have openings.
Available to clients physically located in Alabama at the time of their appointment.
Cahaba Valley
In-Person Therapy in the Birmingham Area
Meet with an available clinician at our Cahaba Valley office. Same-day in-person appointments are offered here based on participating therapists’ schedules.
Helena
In-Person Therapy Close to Home
Connect with an available clinician at one of our participating Helena office locations. Same-day appointments are based on each therapist’s schedule and office availability.
How Same-Day Scheduling Works
A quick, separate process from our traditional appointment requests.
Check Today’s Openings
Open our quick same-day scheduling calendar. Our support staff update available times as clinicians share their openings.
Choose an Appointment
Review the available options and select the therapist, time, and location that work for you.
Complete the Form
Submit the information requested in the same-day form. Our team will coordinate any additional intake steps or paperwork.
Attend Your Session
Once your appointment is confirmed and requirements are complete, you’ll meet with your therapist for your session.
Who Can Use Same-Day Appointments?
Same-day scheduling may be helpful if:
- You’re ready to begin therapy and would like to see whether an appointment is available today.
- You’re experiencing a stressful situation or difficult life transition.
- You’ve been considering counseling and would prefer not to wait for a future opening.
- You have flexibility in your schedule and want to explore available times.
- You’re looking for an available therapist at a particular office or through online therapy.
Availability depends on participating clinicians, appointment suitability, and practice policies. Not every therapist, specialty, age group, or service is offered through same-day scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these real therapy appointments?
Yes. Same-day appointments are therapy appointments with participating Soul Story Therapy clinicians. They are not shortened microtherapy sessions.
Are same-day appointments always available?
We keep same-day slots open daily at various times. The specific times, therapists, and locations vary from day to day, and openings may fill as the day goes on.
Can I choose my appointment location?
You can review available options for online therapy, Cahaba Valley, and Helena. The locations offered on a particular day depend on therapist availability.
Can I schedule online therapy?
Online appointments may be available with participating clinicians for clients located in Alabama.
Is the scheduling process different from requesting a traditional therapy appointment?
Yes. Our same-day scheduling calendar provides a quicker way to review and select available openings. For future appointments or help finding a specific therapist, you can continue using our appointment request process.
Can I continue seeing the same therapist?
Ongoing treatment may be possible depending on the clinician’s availability, services, and clinical fit. A same-day appointment does not guarantee recurring appointments.
Is same-day therapy for emergencies?
No. Same-day appointments are not an emergency or crisis-response service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or seek emergency care. For immediate mental health crisis support, call or text 988.
Support May Be Closer Than You Think
Taking the first step toward therapy doesn’t always have to mean waiting weeks for an appointment.
Explore today’s available openings and see whether there’s a time and location that work for you.
Same-day appointments are subject to therapist and location availability. Openings are updated daily and may change throughout the day. Appointments are not guaranteed until confirmed by our team.
Questions? Call us at 205.202.9685.