Adoption Therapists in Addison, TX
Empowerment Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Brittany and I strive to foster a therapeutic environment that is safe, engaging, and genuine. I believe people have the ability to change and grow with the right support and environment. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents who need support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, victims of crime, trauma and daily stressors. I also have a particular passion for working with youth and families on the journey of fostering and adoption.
Hi! I'm Brittany and I strive to foster a therapeutic environment that is safe, engaging, and genuine. I believe people have the ability to change and grow with the right support and environment. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents who need support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, victims of crime, trauma and daily stressors. I also have a particular passion for working with youth and families on the journey of fostering and adoption.
Charmaine L. Conner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001 (Online Only)
I have presented professional development at the national and state level for the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision and Texas Association for Play Therapy on the following topics: child and adolescent career development, cultural considerations in play therapy, transracial adoption, and domestic violence.
I believe all people, adults and children alike reach their maximized potential when provided with a safe, therapeutic environment. My approach to counseling is guided by person-centered counseling. I focus on providing a therapeutic environment for client to share concerns and facilitate growth. Most importantly I seek to develop a strong therapeutic relationship by providing genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. Overall, my goal is helping clients become aware of their ability to grow and heal.
I have presented professional development at the national and state level for the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision and Texas Association for Play Therapy on the following topics: child and adolescent career development, cultural considerations in play therapy, transracial adoption, and domestic violence.
I believe all people, adults and children alike reach their maximized potential when provided with a safe, therapeutic environment. My approach to counseling is guided by person-centered counseling. I focus on providing a therapeutic environment for client to share concerns and facilitate growth. Most importantly I seek to develop a strong therapeutic relationship by providing genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. Overall, my goal is helping clients become aware of their ability to grow and heal.
Terri L Gonzales-Ball
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001
During my training in play therapy, I have worked with many children experiencing behavioral problems, divorce, depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, adoption, relational problems with peers and siblings, academic issues, trauma, developmental delays, aggression, abandonment, and disruptive behavior.
As a parent, it can be difficult to know what to do when your child or adolescent is experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties. You may often feel helpless and isolated. I can help. I have had extensive training in the field of play therapy, a developmentally appropriate approach to working with children struggling with a variety of issues. Throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment where these issues can be worked out. I will also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with ways to feel more empowered.
During my training in play therapy, I have worked with many children experiencing behavioral problems, divorce, depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, adoption, relational problems with peers and siblings, academic issues, trauma, developmental delays, aggression, abandonment, and disruptive behavior.
As a parent, it can be difficult to know what to do when your child or adolescent is experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties. You may often feel helpless and isolated. I can help. I have had extensive training in the field of play therapy, a developmentally appropriate approach to working with children struggling with a variety of issues. Throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment where these issues can be worked out. I will also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with ways to feel more empowered.
Cathy Zelzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001 (Online Only)
It takes courage to take the first step in finding a therapist. One of my roles as your therapist is to create a safe and warm environment where you will feel comfortable. I believe that the therapy process is a joint venture between the therapist and client working together to achieve the goals that are important to you. One of my commitments to my clients is to provide a supportive and encouraging atmosphere so that you feel supported while you travel through this process. I will also assist you in exploring patterns of feelings and behaviors that might be producing challenges on your journey.
It takes courage to take the first step in finding a therapist. One of my roles as your therapist is to create a safe and warm environment where you will feel comfortable. I believe that the therapy process is a joint venture between the therapist and client working together to achieve the goals that are important to you. One of my commitments to my clients is to provide a supportive and encouraging atmosphere so that you feel supported while you travel through this process. I will also assist you in exploring patterns of feelings and behaviors that might be producing challenges on your journey.
Jennifer “Jenny Rette” Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
Dr. Eunah Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, CCPRT-S
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
Mary Grace Mewett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001
Just like going to the doctor, sometimes we need an emotional checkup. Counseling is an opportunity for you to work on yourself, relationships, goals, depression/anxiety, ADHD and other issues or diagnoses preventing you from living life as you wish to. Each session belongs to the client--it is your place to focus solely on you. My experience includes eight years of individual and family therapy. Additionally, I have 15 years of experience working with family dynamics in academic, learning disorders and life skills coaching as well as academic counseling.
Just like going to the doctor, sometimes we need an emotional checkup. Counseling is an opportunity for you to work on yourself, relationships, goals, depression/anxiety, ADHD and other issues or diagnoses preventing you from living life as you wish to. Each session belongs to the client--it is your place to focus solely on you. My experience includes eight years of individual and family therapy. Additionally, I have 15 years of experience working with family dynamics in academic, learning disorders and life skills coaching as well as academic counseling.
Dr. Yemi Lekuti
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CGP
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001 (Online Only)
Clients want to understand their relationships, feel equipped to handle life's stressors and learn how to gain the tools they need to live a functional life. The ideal client is the one who is trying to make amends with past decisions, understand the ebb and flow of setting boundaries, sit through the heavy emotions of grief and loss, and manage the invasive thoughts of doubt, insecurities, fear, or uncertainties. They want to overcome shame, guilt, and despair. Parents want to relate with others who struggle with parenting. Couples want to know if their relationship is repairable.
Clients want to understand their relationships, feel equipped to handle life's stressors and learn how to gain the tools they need to live a functional life. The ideal client is the one who is trying to make amends with past decisions, understand the ebb and flow of setting boundaries, sit through the heavy emotions of grief and loss, and manage the invasive thoughts of doubt, insecurities, fear, or uncertainties. They want to overcome shame, guilt, and despair. Parents want to relate with others who struggle with parenting. Couples want to know if their relationship is repairable.
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Nicole Savage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254 (Online Only)
I am certified in multiple evidence-based parenting programs, and I have additional experience and training in military culture, trauma, foster care/ adoption, and religious perspectives.
Hi! I'm Nicole and I am an LPC in Texas and an LMHC in Washington State. I aim to provide an environment in which you feel accepted and encouraged as you work toward growth and contentment.
I am certified in multiple evidence-based parenting programs, and I have additional experience and training in military culture, trauma, foster care/ adoption, and religious perspectives.
Hi! I'm Nicole and I am an LPC in Texas and an LMHC in Washington State. I aim to provide an environment in which you feel accepted and encouraged as you work toward growth and contentment.
Julie Furber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Does life seem especially challenging or difficult to face? We all have those moments, and I am here to help. I began counseling in a crisis center environment and received my Master's in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from UTSW School of Health Professions. Over the last several years, I have partnered with people of all ages (10-85) facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and stressors to physical and emotional health. I have a special interest in helping those facing trauma and navigating life transitions at any stage of life.
Does life seem especially challenging or difficult to face? We all have those moments, and I am here to help. I began counseling in a crisis center environment and received my Master's in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from UTSW School of Health Professions. Over the last several years, I have partnered with people of all ages (10-85) facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and stressors to physical and emotional health. I have a special interest in helping those facing trauma and navigating life transitions at any stage of life.
Greatness Awaits Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254 (Online Only)
Are you a working mom struggling to balance it all? You give so much to everyone around you, yet feel like you're losing yourself in the process. You're overwhelmed, but the thought of saying "no" feels impossible. You spend your days helping others achieve their dreams, but when it comes to your own, you feel lost.
Are you a working mom struggling to balance it all? You give so much to everyone around you, yet feel like you're losing yourself in the process. You're overwhelmed, but the thought of saying "no" feels impossible. You spend your days helping others achieve their dreams, but when it comes to your own, you feel lost.
Brittney M Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75248
For some, the idea of therapy is a terrifying last-ditch effort in an attempt to find answers & peace. For others, counseling is as natural as getting your oil changed to keep your engine running smoothly. Wherever you or your loved one may lie on this spectrum, my office offers a safe nonjudgmental environment in which to work through what's under the hood with a bit of humor and grace.
For some, the idea of therapy is a terrifying last-ditch effort in an attempt to find answers & peace. For others, counseling is as natural as getting your oil changed to keep your engine running smoothly. Wherever you or your loved one may lie on this spectrum, my office offers a safe nonjudgmental environment in which to work through what's under the hood with a bit of humor and grace.
Hello, I am a LPC here in Jacksonville Texas. I have been licensed for 7 years and have worked with a Behavioral support team in the school district. I have extensive experience with anxiety, ADHD issues, Autism perspectives, youth anger issues, ODD, drug and alcohol related issues and many psychological perspectives.
Hello, I am a LPC here in Jacksonville Texas. I have been licensed for 7 years and have worked with a Behavioral support team in the school district. I have extensive experience with anxiety, ADHD issues, Autism perspectives, youth anger issues, ODD, drug and alcohol related issues and many psychological perspectives.
Bloom Child Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75254
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She has advanced specialization working with children and families. Her passion is to help parents find answers and understanding to help their child succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She has advanced specialization working with children and families. Her passion is to help parents find answers and understanding to help their child succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
I have been in private practice since 1979. I often see individuals who are experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with couples who are struggling with marital distress. My training also extends into full family therapy. I am supervising a Clinical Psychology Resident, Galit Ribakoff, M.S. She is offering a free virtual women's group run by women starting October 11, 2023. Please call for more information.
I have been in private practice since 1979. I often see individuals who are experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with couples who are struggling with marital distress. My training also extends into full family therapy. I am supervising a Clinical Psychology Resident, Galit Ribakoff, M.S. She is offering a free virtual women's group run by women starting October 11, 2023. Please call for more information.
Certified sexuality therapist working with couples and individuals for over 35 years. All genders, sexual orientations, cancer patients, step-families, etc., for depression, anxiety & grief, as well as sexuality issues such as low/mismatched libidos, ED, anorgasmia, etc., As a licensed marriage & family therapist & clinical social worker I help clients with new tools and skills, e.g. effective communication, love of self & others & emotional growth in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My book, "Loving Courageously" is available on Amazon & includes much of the above and more. Visit my website at www.barbaragoldtherapist.com.
Certified sexuality therapist working with couples and individuals for over 35 years. All genders, sexual orientations, cancer patients, step-families, etc., for depression, anxiety & grief, as well as sexuality issues such as low/mismatched libidos, ED, anorgasmia, etc., As a licensed marriage & family therapist & clinical social worker I help clients with new tools and skills, e.g. effective communication, love of self & others & emotional growth in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My book, "Loving Courageously" is available on Amazon & includes much of the above and more. Visit my website at www.barbaragoldtherapist.com.
Bethany Moss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
In therapy, I enjoy helping kids and adults try a new approach of care and healing that targets both emotional processing and regulating the nervous system. I partner with parents to help their child improve anxiety, process life transitions, and overcome various behavioral issues. With adults, I help with trauma healing, anxiety, and relational roadblocks such as people-pleasing, social anxiety and codependency. Other areas I focus on include family of origin issues, OCD, and abuse recovery. I've also had the unique opportunity to help families find their new normal after life-altering tragedies.
In therapy, I enjoy helping kids and adults try a new approach of care and healing that targets both emotional processing and regulating the nervous system. I partner with parents to help their child improve anxiety, process life transitions, and overcome various behavioral issues. With adults, I help with trauma healing, anxiety, and relational roadblocks such as people-pleasing, social anxiety and codependency. Other areas I focus on include family of origin issues, OCD, and abuse recovery. I've also had the unique opportunity to help families find their new normal after life-altering tragedies.
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.