Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Texas

I know what it's like being scared to seek help. I know that asking for help can sometimes feel like things are failing and I caused them. I also know how nervous I felt when I looked for assistance and wanting to begin therapy, scared with questions like, will I be judged? Will they keep my confidence? Can I trust them? I knew that when seeking therapy and looking for help all I wanted was for things to be better, get better, live healthier and be accepted. Therapy is scary, it can bring up issues that may be more frightening than you would like to cope with. Therapy is also helpful, healthy and the best part is, you're not alone.

Hello there! I'm Stephanie, and I'm on a mission to bring smiles back into your life. As a dedicated bilingual social worker, I've made it my life's work to help individuals of all ages navigate the challenging journey through anxiety and depression.

Mrs. Easley completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Monmouth College and her Master of Science degree in counseling from Western Illinois University. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Illinois and Texas. Mrs. Easley has worked in the mental health field as a counselor since 2010. She was a therapist and crisis counselor for Bridgeway Community Mental Health starting in 2010 and then went on to become the Director of Crisis/Mental Health Juvenile Justice/and First Episode Psychosis Program. She then went on to work in private practice at Crossroads Counseling in Galesburg, IL.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my primary obligation is to respect the integrity and to promote the welfare of my client. I see counseling as a process in which you, the client, and I, the counselor, having come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life and work in a systemic fashion toward realizing these goals. I will facilitate an atmosphere of warmth and trust in which to establish rapport between you and myself. The objective of therapy is to establish therapeutic goals and implement a planned change in your life.

I understand starting therapy can feel scary, and intimidating. My hope is that by visiting this page, you will gain a little more understanding about the therapeutic process, my specialties, and how we can work together to bring healing and breakthrough in your life.

Hello, my name is Patricia Watlington, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have experience in providing Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, tailored for all ages, from children to adults. With years of dedicated service in behavioral health, I provide comprehensive care solutions designed to meet individual mental wellness goals. My approach is rooted in empathy and a commitment to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can overcome trauma and mental health challenges.

"I believe in people and their desire to be in balance. My best clients are the ones who are ready to make the decision to experience therapy as a tool in their self-discovery and healing process. I want to help them believe that change is possible no matter how their lives have been affected by emotional & mental problems, trauma, and multiple painful experiences. I am here to help you learn how to create your own balance and harmony and achieve order out of chaos making your life more meaningful."

Being my authentic self is important to me and I want you to be yourself with me. We often don’t get the chance to be completely open and honest in our society, so I hope we can create that safe place in our sessions. I believe that you are your own expert, and sometimes even experts need to explore their own ideas to come up with solutions to all sorts of problems or issues. I use aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy depending on my client’s needs. I often incorporate creativity, laughter, and games in session because I am a “big kid” and because it’s fun!

As a therapist, I want to help you develop a life worth living. We will work together to set goals, learn new coping skills, implement new behaviors, and explore values so that you can build a life that you are passionate about. In the words of Marsha Linehan, creator of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, I believe, "the most caring thing a therapist can do is to help clients change in ways that bring them closer to their own ultimate goals."

Sandie has a passion for helping people from all walks of life, in all stages of life. She believes by creating a safe, welcoming environment, and building trusting relationships change is possible. Her goal is to help people become aware of their own skill sets and resiliency from within through the use of strengths based and solutions focused therapy in addition to CBT and a hit of DBT skills. Sandie has experience working with a variety of mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality, and ASD. She is also rostered with Hackett Center for trauma and grief in adolescents.

I look forward to addressing your needs through improving your coping skills and developing a more effective way of managing your life. I have a special interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder as well as spiritual issues and personality disorders. I have worked with clients on a variety of mental-health issues including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, mood disorders, anger management, trauma and loss, and behavioral and impulse-control issues. My training is primarily based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and I am working toward certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Everyone deserves a life they can enjoy. Together, we can address the past and present to create a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs. When circumstances become challenging, and as purpose and meaning lose their luster, having a reliable support system can make all the difference. With a background in assisting youth (ages 6-18), families, couples, and adults, I promise to provide quality care that is intentional and transformational.

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.

Sometimes it's not about what you want to hear but what you need to hear. I value honesty in the therapeutic relationship and don't shy away from challenging clients to foster growth. It's important to me to collaborate with my clients to reach their therapeutic goals. Discomfort creates growth and I am here to guide you through it. My catch phrase is "almost everything goes back to your childhood" and I believe it is important to explore childhood experiences to gain insight into present issues. From there, we can heal past traumas and improve your life. In addition, I include CBT and DBT in sessions to aid in behavioral changes.

Life is a journey with peaks and valleys. It can be so beautiful and rewarding, but yet stressful, overwhelming, and unpredictable! Each person's journey is different and I want to help guide you to a better place. I became a counselor because I felt the need to help people and reflective listening came natural. As your counselor, I can provide empathy, emotional and academic support, guidance, encouragement, healthy coping skills, parenting skills, problem solving, social skills, overcoming life's challenges, and motivating the unmotivated. I like to work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults.

Are you overthinking instead of enjoying your life? Do you often feel misunderstood or disconnected from friends or loved ones? Does advice from others seem unhelpful or useless? Sometimes we notice we have become too hard on ourselves or others. We may notice an increasing sense of lonliness and begin to lose of sight of what is truly important. Do you ever wish you could just sit down with someone and sort it all out?

Let's talk about why things are so hard. Why you're doing the same old thing day in and day out despite wanting to change. Why you're waking up and wishing that the pills you took the night before had actually worked. Why in spite of all the things you've done to try and recover from your eating disorder or addiction, you feel like you've made no progress. Let's get down to the root of things and face them head on; if you're ready to get to work, I'm ready to help you!

You may be in search but not quite sure where to start. Well, take a deep breath and decide what's best for you. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work with individuals ages 14 and up. If you are looking for someone who provides a safe, non-judgmental space, an empathetic environment, a place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, I will work with you. My services are tailored to meet your unique needs while using, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) as we work together to reach your goals.

My goal: To meet you wherever you currently find yourself. Regardless of how that looks at this moment, it's important to recognize that there's nothing inherently 'wrong' or 'broken' about you. If guilt, shame, and maladaptive behavior overwhelms and persist, it signals a need for change. Whether you're navigating PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance use, or life transitions, my aim is to guide you in understanding, managing, addressing root causes, and initiating a healing process.