Family Therapy in The Woodlands, TX
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Anthony C. Quarles
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Hello! I’m Tony. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist -Associate, I specialize in family relationships, and assist my clients to achieve personal effectiveness. I use methodologies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples, families, teens, & individuals work through their challenges. With over 30 years of experience, I’ve helped individuals reach their goals, and discover their purpose. As an educator and coach, I’ve enjoyed helping young people discover their strengths and potential. I’ve learned while coaching sports, that teamwork is essential.
Hello! I’m Tony. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist -Associate, I specialize in family relationships, and assist my clients to achieve personal effectiveness. I use methodologies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples, families, teens, & individuals work through their challenges. With over 30 years of experience, I’ve helped individuals reach their goals, and discover their purpose. As an educator and coach, I’ve enjoyed helping young people discover their strengths and potential. I’ve learned while coaching sports, that teamwork is essential.
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Heather Renee Rubio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT, Assoc
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I believe that every person has the potential to thrive. My approach is rooted in empathy, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients can explore their feelings and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking to understand yourself better, I’m here to support you. I specialize in family dynamics, teen therapy, couples counseling, and substance use. I utilize evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My goal is to empower you to find your voice, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies.
I believe that every person has the potential to thrive. My approach is rooted in empathy, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients can explore their feelings and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking to understand yourself better, I’m here to support you. I specialize in family dynamics, teen therapy, couples counseling, and substance use. I utilize evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My goal is to empower you to find your voice, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies.
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Debbie Keeney, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I work with blended families to help them meet the challenges of building a new family as their worlds collide.
We all hit bumps in the road that we feel unequipped to handle. If you are reading this, you are probably experiencing one of those now. I work with my clients to help them to navigate thorough life's challenges. I do not have a handy manual to offer simplistic answers for your life. What I do offer is to listen to you without judgment, to help you identify the obstacles that keep you from moving forward, to help you find internal resources, and to work with you to help you discover the answers that work for you. I can teach you to be more compassionate with yourself since being human is to struggle.
I work with blended families to help them meet the challenges of building a new family as their worlds collide.
We all hit bumps in the road that we feel unequipped to handle. If you are reading this, you are probably experiencing one of those now. I work with my clients to help them to navigate thorough life's challenges. I do not have a handy manual to offer simplistic answers for your life. What I do offer is to listen to you without judgment, to help you identify the obstacles that keep you from moving forward, to help you find internal resources, and to work with you to help you discover the answers that work for you. I can teach you to be more compassionate with yourself since being human is to struggle.
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If your teen struggles to communicate their feelings and would rather scroll on social media than spend time with friends or family, we can work through these hurdles to get your family back online and functioning as a healthy team.
The school year has barely begun and you are already feeling signs of anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout on the horizon. Your to-do list is so long that you feel as though it will never get done and you are already two days behind this week (and it’s only Monday!). You are sacrificing time with your family, friends, and yourself to make sure that your classroom and lessons are Insta-worthy. As a former teacher, I understand feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, and alone. I can help you work through the “labyrinth” of teaching. You are not alone, and you can be successful without sacrificing your sanity, or your relationships.
If your teen struggles to communicate their feelings and would rather scroll on social media than spend time with friends or family, we can work through these hurdles to get your family back online and functioning as a healthy team.
The school year has barely begun and you are already feeling signs of anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout on the horizon. Your to-do list is so long that you feel as though it will never get done and you are already two days behind this week (and it’s only Monday!). You are sacrificing time with your family, friends, and yourself to make sure that your classroom and lessons are Insta-worthy. As a former teacher, I understand feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, and alone. I can help you work through the “labyrinth” of teaching. You are not alone, and you can be successful without sacrificing your sanity, or your relationships.
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Woodlands Family Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, AAC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I match the therapeutic approach to the needs of the adult/adolescent/couple/family.
You may be considering therapy because you are hurting,stressed, depressed, anxious, confused,experiencing difficulty sustaining a meaningful relationship, in a spiritual crisis... It takes courage to admit problems and try to change but change is possible in a safe caring environment.
I have 20 years experience helping individuals/couples/families explore their hurts and discover hope, new beliefs, new behaviors, and at last a new life for themselves and their relationships. Meeting people where they are, I am a confidential, caring.accepting, compassionalte listener/therapist/coach.
I match the therapeutic approach to the needs of the adult/adolescent/couple/family.
You may be considering therapy because you are hurting,stressed, depressed, anxious, confused,experiencing difficulty sustaining a meaningful relationship, in a spiritual crisis... It takes courage to admit problems and try to change but change is possible in a safe caring environment.
I have 20 years experience helping individuals/couples/families explore their hurts and discover hope, new beliefs, new behaviors, and at last a new life for themselves and their relationships. Meeting people where they are, I am a confidential, caring.accepting, compassionalte listener/therapist/coach.
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Courtney Padden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I have worked with ADHD, family conflict, suicidal ideation, and learning appropriate ways to express emotions.
It is my belief that struggles come from not being able to reach our true potential. It is my goal to honor you and your potential, and help you do the same. When we feel nurtured, safe, and supported, we begin to become who we truly can be. I find that resolving one area of difficulty often leads to other difficulties resolving.
I have worked with ADHD, family conflict, suicidal ideation, and learning appropriate ways to express emotions.
It is my belief that struggles come from not being able to reach our true potential. It is my goal to honor you and your potential, and help you do the same. When we feel nurtured, safe, and supported, we begin to become who we truly can be. I find that resolving one area of difficulty often leads to other difficulties resolving.
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Statewide Serenity Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Are you or a loved one suffering from emotional stress, depression, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, or anxiety? Are you questioning the endurance of your relationships or marriage? Now is the time to make changes to improve your quality of life. My passion for family, ministry, and living my divine purpose of serving others, can provide the support that you need. I have experience with addressing a variety of symptoms and diagnoses, and enjoy working with diverse populations to reach their potential to achieve stability.
Are you or a loved one suffering from emotional stress, depression, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, or anxiety? Are you questioning the endurance of your relationships or marriage? Now is the time to make changes to improve your quality of life. My passion for family, ministry, and living my divine purpose of serving others, can provide the support that you need. I have experience with addressing a variety of symptoms and diagnoses, and enjoy working with diverse populations to reach their potential to achieve stability.
As a Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Cecilia brings a wealth of personal and professional experience with a deep appreciation for multicultural perspectives.
Feeling anxious about life transitions, discouraged with your relationships, overwhelmed by the dilemmas of life, or caught up in the complexity of your issues, know that you're not alone. With Cecilia's compassionate guidance and experience, there is hope to untangle the difficulties of life and find clarity and healing. Whether you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, or relationship challenges, Cecilia provides support and guidance to individuals, couples, and families seeking relief.
As a Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Cecilia brings a wealth of personal and professional experience with a deep appreciation for multicultural perspectives.
Feeling anxious about life transitions, discouraged with your relationships, overwhelmed by the dilemmas of life, or caught up in the complexity of your issues, know that you're not alone. With Cecilia's compassionate guidance and experience, there is hope to untangle the difficulties of life and find clarity and healing. Whether you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, or relationship challenges, Cecilia provides support and guidance to individuals, couples, and families seeking relief.
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Steven Sizemore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Steven Sizemore, MA, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy sessions.
Are you looking for an evidence-based and solution driven approach to therapy delivered securely and conveniently to your home? Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorders, or trauma and want to make a change? We believe in providing an individualized approach to treatment that focuses on the client's unique clinical needs and cultivating a therapeutic bond build upon mutual trust and respect. Our goal for every client is to graduate therapeutic services with reduced symptoms, increased confidence, and tangible coping skills to manage life stressors.
Steven Sizemore, MA, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy sessions.
Are you looking for an evidence-based and solution driven approach to therapy delivered securely and conveniently to your home? Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorders, or trauma and want to make a change? We believe in providing an individualized approach to treatment that focuses on the client's unique clinical needs and cultivating a therapeutic bond build upon mutual trust and respect. Our goal for every client is to graduate therapeutic services with reduced symptoms, increased confidence, and tangible coping skills to manage life stressors.
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Marriage, family, friendships: Relationships can bring us meaning, but also pain, confusion, and sadness. You may feel you have to “hold it together” and keep your struggles under the surface. Maybe you strive to achieve and please, but never have the opportunity to honor your own needs. Are you accomplished, but still feel empty, lost, or lonely? Many individuals and couples come to me to renew and rework their relationships and to feel happier and healthier as a result. You too can successfully move past trauma, conflict, and stressful changes and emerge living a more intentional, satisfying life with better relationships.
Marriage, family, friendships: Relationships can bring us meaning, but also pain, confusion, and sadness. You may feel you have to “hold it together” and keep your struggles under the surface. Maybe you strive to achieve and please, but never have the opportunity to honor your own needs. Are you accomplished, but still feel empty, lost, or lonely? Many individuals and couples come to me to renew and rework their relationships and to feel happier and healthier as a result. You too can successfully move past trauma, conflict, and stressful changes and emerge living a more intentional, satisfying life with better relationships.
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Molly Cunningham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Hello, I'm so glad you're here! You have just taken the first step to bring about change to a more balanced and healthier YOU. I enjoy working with others to bring hope and healing from life's challenges and difficult circumstances. If you are navigating through a difficult time, there IS hope in resolving and moving through your situation. If you or a family member is experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, social or school struggles, we, together, can work through this. When big emotions show up, you can learn healthy coping tools/strategies to get through this time. I'm here to help!
Hello, I'm so glad you're here! You have just taken the first step to bring about change to a more balanced and healthier YOU. I enjoy working with others to bring hope and healing from life's challenges and difficult circumstances. If you are navigating through a difficult time, there IS hope in resolving and moving through your situation. If you or a family member is experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, social or school struggles, we, together, can work through this. When big emotions show up, you can learn healthy coping tools/strategies to get through this time. I'm here to help!
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Heather Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I believe that every client has the tools and knowledge necessary to improve their lives. This knowledge becomes hidden by the stress and responsibilities we face on a daily basis. My role as a therapist is to help you uncover those tools in order for you to live a more fulfilling life. If your family is facing a difficult challenge, if you need a different perspective on a situation, or if you are at a loss of what to do with your teen's behavior, I would be honored to help you throughout the process of positive change.
I believe that every client has the tools and knowledge necessary to improve their lives. This knowledge becomes hidden by the stress and responsibilities we face on a daily basis. My role as a therapist is to help you uncover those tools in order for you to live a more fulfilling life. If your family is facing a difficult challenge, if you need a different perspective on a situation, or if you are at a loss of what to do with your teen's behavior, I would be honored to help you throughout the process of positive change.
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Marcia Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I provide counseling to clients of all ages with various tha include anxiety, stress, anger,depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles within practice as I work with clients. Overall wellness is the focus for the clients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.
I provide counseling to clients of all ages with various tha include anxiety, stress, anger,depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles within practice as I work with clients. Overall wellness is the focus for the clients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.
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Do you feel like your life has been difficult to manage lately? Are you having family or relationship issues and feel like you need someone to help you and your loved ones understand one another? Are you concerned about recent changes you've seen in your child or teenager? No matter what challenges you may currently be facing, we strive to make sure our clients feel comfortable and supported on their journey to bettering themselves and their families and look forward to helping you Find Peace.
Do you feel like your life has been difficult to manage lately? Are you having family or relationship issues and feel like you need someone to help you and your loved ones understand one another? Are you concerned about recent changes you've seen in your child or teenager? No matter what challenges you may currently be facing, we strive to make sure our clients feel comfortable and supported on their journey to bettering themselves and their families and look forward to helping you Find Peace.
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Mary-Margaret Bollato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Life's journey brings on many bumps along the way. Are you, or members of family facing some challenges that you are unsure about how to resolve? Do you wish things were different? I enjoy working with older teenagers, young adults, families, and women who are struggling in their present circumstances. I provide an open, self- accepting environment of non-judgment when working with all my clients. I would love to work with you to find relief and improvement in your life.
Life's journey brings on many bumps along the way. Are you, or members of family facing some challenges that you are unsure about how to resolve? Do you wish things were different? I enjoy working with older teenagers, young adults, families, and women who are struggling in their present circumstances. I provide an open, self- accepting environment of non-judgment when working with all my clients. I would love to work with you to find relief and improvement in your life.
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Rebecca A. Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I earned a BA from the University of Arkansas and a MA in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families reach their unique, personal goals. I believe a client grows best when there is a positive therapeutic relationship built in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. Those who want to build interpersonal insight, increase self-awareness, and are willing to implement new skills will benefit most from therapy. The ability to visualize their desired outcome is an important part of the therapeutic journey for clients and is key in the redevelopment of their personal identity.
I earned a BA from the University of Arkansas and a MA in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families reach their unique, personal goals. I believe a client grows best when there is a positive therapeutic relationship built in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. Those who want to build interpersonal insight, increase self-awareness, and are willing to implement new skills will benefit most from therapy. The ability to visualize their desired outcome is an important part of the therapeutic journey for clients and is key in the redevelopment of their personal identity.
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Jenny Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, AAC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
You want to see your family member progress, and I can help.
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
You want to see your family member progress, and I can help.
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
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Danielle Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77382 (Online Only)
Dani provides individual, couples, and family counseling to clients who are 13 years old and over.
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
Dani provides individual, couples, and family counseling to clients who are 13 years old and over.
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
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Kristina Farmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and active listening and empathy with Biblical principles, spiritual direction and over fifteen years of experience in inner healing.
My passion is to meet you right where you are and to walk forward together on a path of personal discovery and change that leads to freedom and healing. I believe that each person is worth being seen and heard uniquely as well as being fought for on their road to wholeness.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and active listening and empathy with Biblical principles, spiritual direction and over fifteen years of experience in inner healing.
My passion is to meet you right where you are and to walk forward together on a path of personal discovery and change that leads to freedom and healing. I believe that each person is worth being seen and heard uniquely as well as being fought for on their road to wholeness.
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Michelle Byrd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Whether you're seeking support for your child’s emotional well-being or need guidance on how to best support your family, I am here to help.
Whether it's children with big feelings or behaviors they can’t control or teens struggling with sadness, anxiety, or stress, I'm here to help with teaching ways to identify and cope with these emotions. Perhaps you have a foster or adopted child who is struggling with behaviors due to the feelings of loss. Are you a caregiver of a teen or preteen and feel disconnected and need a way to understand each other? Are you divorced or going through a divorce? My goal is to provide a compassionate and understanding space where we can work together to address concerns, build resilience, and foster positive growth.
Whether you're seeking support for your child’s emotional well-being or need guidance on how to best support your family, I am here to help.
Whether it's children with big feelings or behaviors they can’t control or teens struggling with sadness, anxiety, or stress, I'm here to help with teaching ways to identify and cope with these emotions. Perhaps you have a foster or adopted child who is struggling with behaviors due to the feelings of loss. Are you a caregiver of a teen or preteen and feel disconnected and need a way to understand each other? Are you divorced or going through a divorce? My goal is to provide a compassionate and understanding space where we can work together to address concerns, build resilience, and foster positive growth.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.