Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Texas
Tina Cleberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colmesneil, TX 75938 (Online Only)
My services are conducted through a client-centered approach through Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
Are you experiencing pain, anxiety, and disconnection, and wanting things to change, but not sure how? Change can be scary and hard, even if we understand it may be necessary. It is my passion to guide, assist and support clients in utilizing your most significant potential for change. I'll work with you to identify and achieve therapeutic goals based on how you want to authentically live your life.
My services are conducted through a client-centered approach through Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
Are you experiencing pain, anxiety, and disconnection, and wanting things to change, but not sure how? Change can be scary and hard, even if we understand it may be necessary. It is my passion to guide, assist and support clients in utilizing your most significant potential for change. I'll work with you to identify and achieve therapeutic goals based on how you want to authentically live your life.
I am trained as a Dialectical Behavioral therapist but use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy to help you on your journey so that you get your desired outcome.
Hi I'm Wenni. I describe my style and method of counseling as "Compassionate, Caring and Empathic Counselor and Team member." Yes, Team member. I having been performing counseling for many years, beginning as an Airman to Non-Commissioned Officer in the United States Air Force and now, professionally. Do you often as yourself "Why?", Let me assist you with getting out of the spiral but teaching you the correct way to ask yourself questions and stop those nagging intrusive thoughts.
I am trained as a Dialectical Behavioral therapist but use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy to help you on your journey so that you get your desired outcome.
Hi I'm Wenni. I describe my style and method of counseling as "Compassionate, Caring and Empathic Counselor and Team member." Yes, Team member. I having been performing counseling for many years, beginning as an Airman to Non-Commissioned Officer in the United States Air Force and now, professionally. Do you often as yourself "Why?", Let me assist you with getting out of the spiral but teaching you the correct way to ask yourself questions and stop those nagging intrusive thoughts.
Meletina Taerbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Round Rock, TX 78681
Due to how I conduct counseling I draw from several strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR.
I believe that we all deserve the right to a healthy and happy life, and that counseling is an avenue to reaching that life. I am a counselor who believes in working collaboratively in a calm and supportive environment. Together we can identify goals and work to meet them in ways that feel safe and comfortable to you.
Due to how I conduct counseling I draw from several strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR.
I believe that we all deserve the right to a healthy and happy life, and that counseling is an avenue to reaching that life. I am a counselor who believes in working collaboratively in a calm and supportive environment. Together we can identify goals and work to meet them in ways that feel safe and comfortable to you.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Carrollton
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75006
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Ivy Whitfield
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, CSAT, Candida
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
I use a blend of evidence based approaches, such as, motivational interviewing, REBT, narrative work, and other solution focused techniques to help my clients.
I specialize in addiction both chemical dependency and sexual addiction, and have been a licensed chemical dependency counselor for 11 years. I have worked in every aspect when it comes to substance dependence including detox, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and private practice.
I use a blend of evidence based approaches, such as, motivational interviewing, REBT, narrative work, and other solution focused techniques to help my clients.
I specialize in addiction both chemical dependency and sexual addiction, and have been a licensed chemical dependency counselor for 11 years. I have worked in every aspect when it comes to substance dependence including detox, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and private practice.
I utilize evidence-based techniques such as attachment focused therapy, trauma informed care, motivational interviewing, drawing from ecological systems theory and strength-based models.
I work with teens and young adults who are struggling with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationship issues, and other life stressors. Clients and I will work to set goals towards recovery, managing mental health symptoms, improving effective healthy coping skills, and navigating educational/professional success. I have worked in various social service settings, from acute psychiatric stabilization and addiction recovery to unhoused youth. Working in various roles within the field of social services has given me a unique advantage in providing you with the best possible care as I am able to see the bigger picture.
I utilize evidence-based techniques such as attachment focused therapy, trauma informed care, motivational interviewing, drawing from ecological systems theory and strength-based models.
I work with teens and young adults who are struggling with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationship issues, and other life stressors. Clients and I will work to set goals towards recovery, managing mental health symptoms, improving effective healthy coping skills, and navigating educational/professional success. I have worked in various social service settings, from acute psychiatric stabilization and addiction recovery to unhoused youth. Working in various roles within the field of social services has given me a unique advantage in providing you with the best possible care as I am able to see the bigger picture.
My training has included Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure therapy (PE).
Most of my 30-year counseling career has been spent treating active-duty service members for both behavioral health and substance use issues. My theoretical training began with Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I continue to follow the “lead from behind” approach.
My training has included Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure therapy (PE).
Most of my 30-year counseling career has been spent treating active-duty service members for both behavioral health and substance use issues. My theoretical training began with Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I continue to follow the “lead from behind” approach.
Shenna Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209 (Online Only)
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic with an emphasis on trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.
"Courage doesn't happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life" ---Shannon L. Alder. It takes bravery to open up your heart, mind, and soul to someone in an effort to discover, confront, change or embrace what is inside. I hope to be the person that can join you on your journey of self-discovery and advancement. As a therapist, I help my clients realize their strengths and utilize them to reach their personal goals. I want to help you do the same.
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic with an emphasis on trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.
"Courage doesn't happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life" ---Shannon L. Alder. It takes bravery to open up your heart, mind, and soul to someone in an effort to discover, confront, change or embrace what is inside. I hope to be the person that can join you on your journey of self-discovery and advancement. As a therapist, I help my clients realize their strengths and utilize them to reach their personal goals. I want to help you do the same.
Gabriela Rosas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
El Paso, TX 79938 (Online Only)
Hello, I am so glad you're here! My focus is to work with young athletes and parents to help them reach top performance. Playing sports is more than learning the sport itself, the mind is also involved in this process & sometimes this can hinder progress, I’m here to help! I have also worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting and career challenges. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral therapy. I also use motivational interviewing techniques and solution-focused techniques. We can collaborate to meet your specific needs.
Hello, I am so glad you're here! My focus is to work with young athletes and parents to help them reach top performance. Playing sports is more than learning the sport itself, the mind is also involved in this process & sometimes this can hinder progress, I’m here to help! I have also worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting and career challenges. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral therapy. I also use motivational interviewing techniques and solution-focused techniques. We can collaborate to meet your specific needs.
Maria Sanjuanita Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
My main therapeutic frameworks are Client-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I have experience working with adult clients that are going through life transitions or stressful times in their lives. Some of them may show symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, and would like to manage their condition; whilst others want to be able to talk to someone, clarify their thoughts and learn better skills to manage their concerns to improve their quality of life.
My main therapeutic frameworks are Client-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I have experience working with adult clients that are going through life transitions or stressful times in their lives. Some of them may show symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, and would like to manage their condition; whilst others want to be able to talk to someone, clarify their thoughts and learn better skills to manage their concerns to improve their quality of life.
David Ventimiglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach draws from evidenced based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Sometimes the hardest step is the first step. I look forward to working together to create a safe environment which will allow a meaningful exploration of your thoughts and feelings, to build trust and confidence in reaching your goals and make life-long changes.
My therapeutic approach draws from evidenced based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Sometimes the hardest step is the first step. I look forward to working together to create a safe environment which will allow a meaningful exploration of your thoughts and feelings, to build trust and confidence in reaching your goals and make life-long changes.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017 (Online Only)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); National Certified Counselor; Substance Abuse Counselor; National Certified Anger Management Specialist. I have specialized training from UTA School of Social Work in Gerontology. I enjoy working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger concerns and domestic violence. Fees are affordable, convenient service times are offered with virtual sessions. I am currently accepting new clients. The strategies I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy and motivational interviewing. Learn quick tips on how to manage anger!
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); National Certified Counselor; Substance Abuse Counselor; National Certified Anger Management Specialist. I have specialized training from UTA School of Social Work in Gerontology. I enjoy working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger concerns and domestic violence. Fees are affordable, convenient service times are offered with virtual sessions. I am currently accepting new clients. The strategies I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy and motivational interviewing. Learn quick tips on how to manage anger!
I use motivational interviewing to evaluate your strengths and desires and lead you through the problem solving model to help you create your own solutions and plans for lasting change.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
I use motivational interviewing to evaluate your strengths and desires and lead you through the problem solving model to help you create your own solutions and plans for lasting change.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
Sarah draws from techniques from Trust Based Relational Interventions, Motivational Interviewing, Functional Family Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Sarah Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker originally from West Texas who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families. She has worked in an outpatient mental health setting as well as non-profit counseling centers. She recently finished completing her LCSW working to provide individual and family counseling with adolescents in the juvenile justice system. Sarah Jones has a passion for working with children and adolescents dealing with trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and other stressors that could be affecting their lives.
Sarah draws from techniques from Trust Based Relational Interventions, Motivational Interviewing, Functional Family Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Sarah Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker originally from West Texas who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families. She has worked in an outpatient mental health setting as well as non-profit counseling centers. She recently finished completing her LCSW working to provide individual and family counseling with adolescents in the juvenile justice system. Sarah Jones has a passion for working with children and adolescents dealing with trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and other stressors that could be affecting their lives.
Lubna J Khurshid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75025 (Online Only)
I use a variety of modalities based on my client’s needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy, dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), person centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and Gottman techniques for couples therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and certified case manager. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced grief, trauma, domestic violence, family discord, stress and anxiety. I believe that everyone is gifted with qualities that can guide them towards resolving even the most difficult of problems. As a therapist, I like to focus on my client’s strengths rather than weaknesses by providing support and encouragement to help empower them.
I use a variety of modalities based on my client’s needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy, dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), person centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and Gottman techniques for couples therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and certified case manager. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced grief, trauma, domestic violence, family discord, stress and anxiety. I believe that everyone is gifted with qualities that can guide them towards resolving even the most difficult of problems. As a therapist, I like to focus on my client’s strengths rather than weaknesses by providing support and encouragement to help empower them.
Seema Nair
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Prairie, TX 75052 (Online Only)
Hello! Welcome to the first step of therapy - reaching out for support. I am an experienced clinician with 20 years of service in the field. Throughout my career I have counseled children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds and cultures. I specialize in several areas including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self-esteem, and relationship issues, amongst others. I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused treatment.
Hello! Welcome to the first step of therapy - reaching out for support. I am an experienced clinician with 20 years of service in the field. Throughout my career I have counseled children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds and cultures. I specialize in several areas including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self-esteem, and relationship issues, amongst others. I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused treatment.
Rechele Mays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , C-DBT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I typically use an integrative approach, using relevant techniques from CBT, TF-CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing & DBT, based on my client's needs & goals for treatment.
Therapy offers a chance to learn new ways to cope with emotionally charged life challenges & process the things in life that keep us stuck. In our sessions, I'll help you identify & challenge self-defeating patterns that leave you stuck, unsatisfied, & less than your best. We'll develop a plan based on your needs & what you want out of therapy. I offer a safe & supportive, nonjudgemental space for you to reflect, process, & grow. My approach is strength based, interactive, & collaborative, & I believe that authenticity, respect, & a sense of humor all contribute to a strong therapeutic relationship.
I typically use an integrative approach, using relevant techniques from CBT, TF-CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing & DBT, based on my client's needs & goals for treatment.
Therapy offers a chance to learn new ways to cope with emotionally charged life challenges & process the things in life that keep us stuck. In our sessions, I'll help you identify & challenge self-defeating patterns that leave you stuck, unsatisfied, & less than your best. We'll develop a plan based on your needs & what you want out of therapy. I offer a safe & supportive, nonjudgemental space for you to reflect, process, & grow. My approach is strength based, interactive, & collaborative, & I believe that authenticity, respect, & a sense of humor all contribute to a strong therapeutic relationship.
As your therapist, I will help you to navigate through life's difficult times. Collaboratively, we will strategize to create a personal plan to overcome obstacles, develop positive coping skills, foster healthy relationships and more. To facilitate change within the lives of my clients, I utilize cognitive-behavioral, narrative, family systems, solution-focus therapies as well as motivational interviewing techniques.
As your therapist, I will help you to navigate through life's difficult times. Collaboratively, we will strategize to create a personal plan to overcome obstacles, develop positive coping skills, foster healthy relationships and more. To facilitate change within the lives of my clients, I utilize cognitive-behavioral, narrative, family systems, solution-focus therapies as well as motivational interviewing techniques.
Tiffany Galloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75033 (Online Only)
I am eclectic in my approach as all individuals aren’t the same in their needs and goals, but I typically pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and strengths perspective.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am Tiffany Galloway, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've worked with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status. I'm currently services individuals in the states of Texas and Mississippi. I am the founder of KHAI Counseling Solutions, www.khai-counseling-solutions.com, and my mission is to "Kultivate" Healing and Inspire Clients to activate their strengths, explore endless possibilities, and live mentally healthy through a client-centered approach and strengths perspective.
I am eclectic in my approach as all individuals aren’t the same in their needs and goals, but I typically pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and strengths perspective.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am Tiffany Galloway, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've worked with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status. I'm currently services individuals in the states of Texas and Mississippi. I am the founder of KHAI Counseling Solutions, www.khai-counseling-solutions.com, and my mission is to "Kultivate" Healing and Inspire Clients to activate their strengths, explore endless possibilities, and live mentally healthy through a client-centered approach and strengths perspective.
Hope and Love Christian Counseling
LPC Associate, MA, NCC, EMDRtx
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072
Hope Changes Everything! Together we will find the unique path to realignment in knowing you were already fearfully and wonderfully made. My therapeutic modality integrates a holistic, strength-based approach while utilizing body awareness, EMDR, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. All of which is a fancy way to say that I want to walk with you, right where you are, just as He made you.
Hope Changes Everything! Together we will find the unique path to realignment in knowing you were already fearfully and wonderfully made. My therapeutic modality integrates a holistic, strength-based approach while utilizing body awareness, EMDR, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. All of which is a fancy way to say that I want to walk with you, right where you are, just as He made you.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.