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Joshua Tubbs, LMFT
I think the world gets a little better every time that someone takes a step towards who they want to be, and I'd be honored to help you make that happen.
I went to the University of Alabama to get both my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. After graduating in 2020 I established Refuge Therapy Services and have been providing therapy for the people Tuscaloosa, Northport, and the surrounding areas ever since! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Alabama and an Approved LMFT Supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. I have previously provided adjunct instruction for the University of Alabama, and currently supervise graduate therapy students at the Capstone Family Therapy clinic there.
My goal as a therapist is to help every person, relationship, or family stepping into my office to generate change and start living life on their own terms. This looks different for everybody, but it starts with making my office a safe and friendly place to open up and be real with yourself - the wins, the losses, the things you aren’t proud of, and the things you want to change. Together we will figure out out where you want to be and how you can get there by developing skills, adjusting perspectives, and taking practical steps. While we're doing that, we will continually check in together to make sure that you are making the progress you want to make and getting what you want out of therapy.
But that’s all a bit vague, so here are some specifics: I believe in the importance of being present in your life, knowing who you want to be, and taking action to be that person. I also know that we can write our own stories, and that having some sort of meaning (whether it is spiritual, relationship-focused, or simply making the most of the day) is crucial to staying on track. I’ve been a husband since 2020, a father since 2025, and I am constantly inspired by and grateful for both of those fantastic humans. I love penguins of every kind, just about every Pixar movie makes me emotional, and I’m a big fan of making music and climbing rocks!
In the wise words of Ted Lasso, “every choice is a chance.” Let’s make the most of it together.
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Lilly Deane, Intern
Hi y’all! My name is Lilly Deane, and I am a currently a master’s student at the University of Alabama’s marriage and family therapy program. In December 2024, I earned my bachelor’s degree in human development and family science from the University of Georgia. I am very excited to be an intern at Refuge Therapy Services as well as at the Capstone Family Therapy Clinic! I am particularly drawn to systemic and strengths-based approaches, recognizing that our relationships and environments deeply shape who we are. I believe every client, regardless of identity or background, deserves a safe space to step outside their comfort zone and achieve their therapeutic goals. Above all, I am grateful for the opportunity to show up fully for each client and meet them exactly where they are.
“If a man carries his own lantern, he need not fear darkness”