Your Journey. Your Healing. Your Evolution.
Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC
Discover compassionate therapy services tailored for adolescents, adults, and families—offered both in-person and virtually. Take the first step toward evolving your mental and emotional wellness today.
Welcome to Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC (ETW)
At Evolve Therapy & Wellness, we believe growth begins with awareness and unfolds through compassion. Our goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, heal from within, and evolve into the person you’re becoming.
We provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for adolescents, adults, and families to explore life’s challenges, find clarity, and build the tools needed for long-term wellness. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, trauma, relationships, or personal development — your journey starts here.
Serving clients across Alabama — both in-person and virtually.
Meet Your Therapist & Founder of ETW
Hello, I’m Philecia Ward, LMSW, JSOCC, and I am the founder of Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC. I am passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can heal, grow, and thrive.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in Alabama, currently practicing under the supervision of Ashley Pleasant, LICSW-S. My professional experience spans work with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, as well as providing specialized care for youth with problematic sexual behaviors (PSB). I am a Juvenile Sexual Offense Certified Counselor (JSOCC) with specialized training in adolescent psychosexual assessment and treatment.
Beyond credentials, my approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and respect. I believe every client has the strength within them to grow, and my role is to walk alongside you in that process. My practice is grounded in the NASW Code of Ethics, ensuring professional and client-centered care in every session.
At Evolve Therapy & Wellness, you are not alone. This is a space where your story matters and your growth is celebrated.
Philecia Ward, LMSW, JSOCC is a licensed social worker and Juvenile Sexual Offense Certified Counselor specializing in the assessment and treatment of adolescents with problematic sexual behaviors (PSB). She is approved by the Alabama Department of Youth Services (DYS) to provide treatment services to youth adjudicated of a sexual offense and provides clinical and forensic-informed psychosexual evaluations for adolescents to support courts, probation, and families.
Our Services
At Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC, we provide therapy and evaluation services designed to help clients heal, grow, and create lasting change. Each service is approached with compassion, structure, and clinical integrity.
Individual Therapy
A supportive space for emotional healing and personal growth.
Sessions focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. Together, we’ll identify patterns, build coping strategies, and strengthen emotional resilience in a way that feels safe and empowering.
Family Therapy
Guidance for families working through conflict, disconnection, or life adjustments.
Family therapy focuses on improving communication, understanding each member’s perspective, and rebuilding connection and trust within the home.
Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB) TREATMENT (DYS APPROVED)
Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC provides specialized sexual behavior treatment for adolescents who have been adjudicated of a sexual offense or referred through the juvenile justice system.
Philecia Ward, LMSW, JSOCC is approved by the Alabama Department of Youth Services (DYS) to provide treatment services to youth adjudicated of a sexual offense within the State of Alabama.
Treatment services focus on:
• Accountability and behavior change
• Trauma-informed care
• Healthy sexual development
• Safety planning and relapse prevention
• Family engagement and support
Services are available for:
• Court-ordered youth
• Probation-referred youth
• DYS-involved cases
Treatment is delivered in accordance with Alabama DYS standards and evidence-based practices for adolescent sexual behavior intervention.
Psychosexual Evaluations
Evolve Therapy & Wellness, LLC provides comprehensive psychosexual evaluations for adolescent males ages 12–18 who present with reactive, sexualized, or problematic sexual behaviors. These evaluations are designed to support courts, probation officers, attorneys, child-serving agencies, and families in making informed decisions regarding treatment needs, supervision, and safety planning.
Each evaluation may include:
• Structured clinical interviews with youth and caregivers
• Review of legal, social, educational, and treatment records
• Collateral information when appropriate
• Structured risk assessment tools, including the Juvenile Sex Offender Assessment Protocol–II (JSOAP-II) when clinically indicated
• Clinical formulation of risk factors, protective factors, and treatment needs
• A written report with individualized recommendations
Evaluations are conducted by Philecia Ward, LMSW, JSOCC, a Juvenile Sexual Offense Certified Counselor with specialized experience working with court-involved adolescents. Evaluations are completed within the scope of clinical licensure and training and may include professional consultation or supervisory oversight when appropriate to support adherence to best practice standards.
The evaluation process emphasizes developmental understanding, accountability, and rehabilitation-focused recommendations. All reports are handled with confidentiality, professionalism, and careful attention to legal and ethical standards.
Fees & Scheduling
Psychosexual evaluation fees vary based on the complexity of the case, records involved, court requirements, and supervisory review needs.
To request a quote or schedule an evaluation, please contact admin@evolvetherapywell.com or call (251) 335-3605.
Professional Consulting
Consultation for professionals, agencies, and organizations seeking guidance on mental health and treatment planning.
Services may include clinical case discussions, staff development, or presentations on trauma, boundaries, and therapeutic engagement.
Session Rates
- Individual Therapy – $120 per session
- Family Therapy – $140 per session
- PSB Treatmemt – Fees vary based on referral source and court requirements. Please contact us for PSB service pricing.
- Consulting – Rates vary; please inquire for details.
Limited sliding-scale options are available based on financial need.
Evolve Therapy & Wellness is a self-pay practice at this time. Superbills can be provided for out-of-network reimbursement.
Under supervision of Ashley Pleasant, LICSW-S.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept insurance?
At this time, services are private pay only. A receipt can be provided if you would like to submit for possible reimbursement.
What are your session fees?
Individual therapy: $120 per session
Family therapy: $140 per session
Sliding scale fee options available.
Do you offer virtual therapy?
Yes. Secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions are available.
Do you offer in-person sessions?
Yes. In-person sessions are available.
Who do you work with?
I work with adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and youth who exhibit problematic sexual behaviors (PSB).
What are Psychosexual Assessments?
At Evolve Therapy & Wellness, psychosexual evaluations are structured clinical and forensic-informed assessments for adolescent males ages 12–18 who exhibit problematic sexual behaviors (PSB). These evaluations support courts, probation officers, attorneys, treatment providers, and families in making informed decisions about treatment needs, supervision, and safety planning.
Each evaluation uses an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach to examine a youth’s sexual development, behavioral patterns, trauma history, and psychosocial functioning. The goal is to provide a developmentally appropriate understanding of risk and guide individualized treatment and safety planning.
Evaluations may include structured clinical interviews, caregiver input, record review when available, and standardized tools such as the Juvenile Sex Offender Assessment Protocol–II (JSOAP-II) to identify risk factors, protective factors, and treatment needs.
All evaluations are completed by Philecia Ward, LMSW, JSOCC, within the scope of clinical licensure and training and under licensed clinical supervision in accordance with Alabama social work practice standards. Reports may include professional consultation or supervisory oversight consistent with best practice standards and may be used to support juvenile court, probation, and post-adjudication treatment planning.
What is a sliding scale fee?
Sliding scale fees are adjusted based on financial need to make therapy more accessible.
What are your hours?
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
Take the first step in your journey today.
Whether you’re ready to begin therapy or just have a question, I’d love to hear from you. Please reach out using the contact information below or complete the form to get started.
Email: admin@evolvetherapywell.com
Phone: (251) 335-3605
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Saturday by appointment only. Sunday closed.
✔ In-person therapy sessions
✔ Virtual (telehealth) therapy sessions
I strive to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours.
