Family Therapy in Arlington, TX
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Elaine Peterson
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76015
Are you ready to Water the Garden Within! My name is Elaine, and I am here to support you on your healing journey. In my therapeutic practice, I have a strong focus on assisting individuals and families in finding relief and restoring balance in their lives. I firmly believe in a client-centered approach, where your needs and goals are at the forefront of our work together. Together, we will explore various areas that may be impacting your well-being, such as improving self-esteem, managing anxiety and depression, addressing family dynamics, and navigating through grief.
Are you ready to Water the Garden Within! My name is Elaine, and I am here to support you on your healing journey. In my therapeutic practice, I have a strong focus on assisting individuals and families in finding relief and restoring balance in their lives. I firmly believe in a client-centered approach, where your needs and goals are at the forefront of our work together. Together, we will explore various areas that may be impacting your well-being, such as improving self-esteem, managing anxiety and depression, addressing family dynamics, and navigating through grief.
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Logos Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, BCN
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017
Todd and his wife Adelita are active members of First Baptist Church in Mansfield, Texas. They have two children, Avery & Aleksandra. Both he and his wife enjoy both indoor and sand volleyball, tennis, being outdoors, and working on the house. They value both friends and family and enjoy the opportunity to spend time with them. And, of course, they enjoy spending very valuable time with their blessed children.
Todd and his wife Adelita are active members of First Baptist Church in Mansfield, Texas. They have two children, Avery & Aleksandra. Both he and his wife enjoy both indoor and sand volleyball, tennis, being outdoors, and working on the house. They value both friends and family and enjoy the opportunity to spend time with them. And, of course, they enjoy spending very valuable time with their blessed children.
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Sedrick W Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACC, CCM
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76015
Life is all about relationships. Having strong and healthy relationships is key to living a life of well-being and happiness. In order to create and sustain a sense of well-being, we must develop and maintain healthy and adaptive forms of relating to oneself, family and friends, and one's greater community. My services are personally tailored to each individual's needs by providing a safe and supportive space to help clients learn how to develop adaptive ways managing life's stressors.
Life is all about relationships. Having strong and healthy relationships is key to living a life of well-being and happiness. In order to create and sustain a sense of well-being, we must develop and maintain healthy and adaptive forms of relating to oneself, family and friends, and one's greater community. My services are personally tailored to each individual's needs by providing a safe and supportive space to help clients learn how to develop adaptive ways managing life's stressors.
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Paige T Ellison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76016
My counseling education includes training in individual, marriage/couples/family therapy, divorce mediation, and educational counseling.
This practice is NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Please call if you are seeking help to make changes in your life. Many people have at least one area where they would like improvement. This might include mental well-being, addiction, intimate/parent-child/friend/work relationships, school/work life, etc. Sometimes it’s easy to know what needs attention in our lives; other times we find ourselves baffled by what is going on inside ourselves. My practice is about supporting you in identifying the kind of life you want and finding the best way to achieve that life. I am progressively oriented.
My counseling education includes training in individual, marriage/couples/family therapy, divorce mediation, and educational counseling.
This practice is NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Please call if you are seeking help to make changes in your life. Many people have at least one area where they would like improvement. This might include mental well-being, addiction, intimate/parent-child/friend/work relationships, school/work life, etc. Sometimes it’s easy to know what needs attention in our lives; other times we find ourselves baffled by what is going on inside ourselves. My practice is about supporting you in identifying the kind of life you want and finding the best way to achieve that life. I am progressively oriented.
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2020 Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas practicing over 12 years. I have worked with various age groups, ethnicities, genders under different settings, i.e., hospitals, residentials, private firms, & etc. I have experiences of working with various issues including various mood disorders/issues as well as personality disorders, ptsd, family issues, couples issues, gender issues, & more. I believe in resolving issues by exploring the root of the problem behaviors whether they be anxiety, depression, OCD, or relationship conflict. I enjoy analyzing to help you learn more about yourself to improve your life.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas practicing over 12 years. I have worked with various age groups, ethnicities, genders under different settings, i.e., hospitals, residentials, private firms, & etc. I have experiences of working with various issues including various mood disorders/issues as well as personality disorders, ptsd, family issues, couples issues, gender issues, & more. I believe in resolving issues by exploring the root of the problem behaviors whether they be anxiety, depression, OCD, or relationship conflict. I enjoy analyzing to help you learn more about yourself to improve your life.
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Raven T Brown-Mckinney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CLC, EdD
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76015
Are you dealing with stress, depression, work, anxiety, family or personal issues? Do you have a child with behavior issues? Balancing work, family, friends, and life can be overwhelming. Partnering with a therapist to overcome life's challenges can be essential to living a healthy and fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Life Coach with 15 years experience partnering with individuals, families, adolescents, and women to help them reach their goals and live more fulfilling and healthy lives. I am currently licensed in TX, OR, LA, and AL. Partner with me today!
Are you dealing with stress, depression, work, anxiety, family or personal issues? Do you have a child with behavior issues? Balancing work, family, friends, and life can be overwhelming. Partnering with a therapist to overcome life's challenges can be essential to living a healthy and fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Life Coach with 15 years experience partnering with individuals, families, adolescents, and women to help them reach their goals and live more fulfilling and healthy lives. I am currently licensed in TX, OR, LA, and AL. Partner with me today!
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MacArthur Gilmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76010
I truly believe in the statement: "A calm and undisturbed heart and mind are the life and health of the body..." I understand dealing with hard times. It is my goal to help people live and achieve more satisfying lives. Whether you are dealing with anger, feeling disconnected, marital / relationship issues, anxiety, depression, loneliness, chemical/ alcohol dependency, family, or teen & adolescent issues, seeking professional help is always a start to making changes and growth.
I truly believe in the statement: "A calm and undisturbed heart and mind are the life and health of the body..." I understand dealing with hard times. It is my goal to help people live and achieve more satisfying lives. Whether you are dealing with anger, feeling disconnected, marital / relationship issues, anxiety, depression, loneliness, chemical/ alcohol dependency, family, or teen & adolescent issues, seeking professional help is always a start to making changes and growth.
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New Leaf Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76012
At New Leaf Services, LLC we offer a wide variety of therapy and specialties. We offer individual, family, and couples counseling. Specialty treatment is available in Trauma, Abuse, PTSD, Substance Abuse, Grief Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health Issues, and Animal Assisted Therapy. For counselors, we offer CEU training, administrative services, billing, credentialing, and general bookkeeping. We have multiple counselors and counselor interns to meet your needs. Please check out our web page for their bio's. www.newleafservicesllc.com
At New Leaf Services, LLC we offer a wide variety of therapy and specialties. We offer individual, family, and couples counseling. Specialty treatment is available in Trauma, Abuse, PTSD, Substance Abuse, Grief Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health Issues, and Animal Assisted Therapy. For counselors, we offer CEU training, administrative services, billing, credentialing, and general bookkeeping. We have multiple counselors and counselor interns to meet your needs. Please check out our web page for their bio's. www.newleafservicesllc.com
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Dr. Dione M Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
I will tailor my approaches for therapy to the needs of the individual or family.
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for your LIFE to begin again? We all have dreams and aspirations of who we want to become, love, and how we want to live our lives... then LIFE happens. Let me help you navigate your way back to where you want to be. I am here to help you deal with your heartache, disappointment, grief, and loss of oneself.
I will tailor my approaches for therapy to the needs of the individual or family.
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for your LIFE to begin again? We all have dreams and aspirations of who we want to become, love, and how we want to live our lives... then LIFE happens. Let me help you navigate your way back to where you want to be. I am here to help you deal with your heartache, disappointment, grief, and loss of oneself.
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Life can be a roller coaster journey at times. Outwardly you sound confident, but you second guess yourself constantly. You laugh, joke and play around others, but inside there is a void that nothing or no one can seem to fill. You appear like a well-oiled machine to family, friends, and co-workers but seem to contemplate your reason for living. You don’t have to figure things out on your own. You are not alone. There is someone you can call for help. Someone that is experienced in helping you begin to feel in control of your feelings again. Here at Realign Counseling we care, and we will help you to understand your feeling
Life can be a roller coaster journey at times. Outwardly you sound confident, but you second guess yourself constantly. You laugh, joke and play around others, but inside there is a void that nothing or no one can seem to fill. You appear like a well-oiled machine to family, friends, and co-workers but seem to contemplate your reason for living. You don’t have to figure things out on your own. You are not alone. There is someone you can call for help. Someone that is experienced in helping you begin to feel in control of your feelings again. Here at Realign Counseling we care, and we will help you to understand your feeling
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Lizette Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76001 (Online Only)
Having years of experience doing counseling and working on my own family I have learned that I can keep taking steps to towards hope to create positive permanent change.
In my life, hope is not an end but a beginning. I have the power of choice. Fueled by hope, which is the belief that things will get better, I decided to focus on doing what it took to change my life. My road to hope helped me see and pursue solutions that were hidden behind a thick fog of despair due to growing up in a dysfunctional home. One thing I tell others is “you cannot give to others what you haven’t been taught”. My parents lack the hope to break the cycle of dysfunction of their past family upbringing. I believe my parents forgot they had a choice to change things.
Having years of experience doing counseling and working on my own family I have learned that I can keep taking steps to towards hope to create positive permanent change.
In my life, hope is not an end but a beginning. I have the power of choice. Fueled by hope, which is the belief that things will get better, I decided to focus on doing what it took to change my life. My road to hope helped me see and pursue solutions that were hidden behind a thick fog of despair due to growing up in a dysfunctional home. One thing I tell others is “you cannot give to others what you haven’t been taught”. My parents lack the hope to break the cycle of dysfunction of their past family upbringing. I believe my parents forgot they had a choice to change things.
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Teshia L. Kyser
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76010
As a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy and 13 years of experience as a Certified School Counselor, I have worked with clients from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
It is my goal to provide a positive therapeutic relationship with my clients who are seeking to make positive changes in their lives. As a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified School Counselor, I am extensively trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques, however the most important aspect of my practice is building positive and respectful relationships with my clients. I believe without mutual respect and understanding therapy will not be productive. I specialize in providing therapeutic services to: Adults, Couples, Children, Teenagers, and Families.
As a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy and 13 years of experience as a Certified School Counselor, I have worked with clients from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
It is my goal to provide a positive therapeutic relationship with my clients who are seeking to make positive changes in their lives. As a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified School Counselor, I am extensively trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques, however the most important aspect of my practice is building positive and respectful relationships with my clients. I believe without mutual respect and understanding therapy will not be productive. I specialize in providing therapeutic services to: Adults, Couples, Children, Teenagers, and Families.
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Jerry Giordano
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76010 (Online Only)
Life isn't always so easy to manuever. I am a licensed Psychotherapist committed to helping people become better versions of themselves. When you sit across the chair from me, l meet you where you are. My areas of focus include family relationships, grief, self esteem issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Very few people get through life without battle scars. Some have more than others. l partner with clients to help them heal. It can be scary to face your fears. In the long run, though, it's worth it. Together, we embrace the opportunity. Together, we provide the outcome.
Life isn't always so easy to manuever. I am a licensed Psychotherapist committed to helping people become better versions of themselves. When you sit across the chair from me, l meet you where you are. My areas of focus include family relationships, grief, self esteem issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Very few people get through life without battle scars. Some have more than others. l partner with clients to help them heal. It can be scary to face your fears. In the long run, though, it's worth it. Together, we embrace the opportunity. Together, we provide the outcome.
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Center for Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MDiv
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76006 (Online Only)
Whatever your concerns are; whether it’s stress, financial strain, parenting, singleness, illness, family and relationship issues, feeling down, life transitions, needing individual or couples counseling-Center for Hope Counseling is here to help! We would love the opportunity to support your well-being.
As a Counselor, minister, wife, and mother, I have a unique perspective on the struggle of wearing various hats and juggling life. We were designed to be part of community. Counseling can provide a space you've been longing for. Let’s talk and figure out how you can truly live with hope and find the peace you’ve been longing to have. You don’t need to struggle alone.
Whatever your concerns are; whether it’s stress, financial strain, parenting, singleness, illness, family and relationship issues, feeling down, life transitions, needing individual or couples counseling-Center for Hope Counseling is here to help! We would love the opportunity to support your well-being.
As a Counselor, minister, wife, and mother, I have a unique perspective on the struggle of wearing various hats and juggling life. We were designed to be part of community. Counseling can provide a space you've been longing for. Let’s talk and figure out how you can truly live with hope and find the peace you’ve been longing to have. You don’t need to struggle alone.
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Debra Ellis - Ellis Counseling Agency
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LBSW, ACBSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76012
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
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Currently booking new patients. Sometimes you need someone to help you through the pain of life or the frustration of a relationship. You might be struggling to figure out what to do, or maybe you cannot seem to find a way to do what you know you need to do. It's hard for all of us, at times, to move forward or to heal our relationships with our family, spouse, children or ourselves. Call to chat or email me to decide if you would like to work together. I will be happy to help in any way I can.
Currently booking new patients. Sometimes you need someone to help you through the pain of life or the frustration of a relationship. You might be struggling to figure out what to do, or maybe you cannot seem to find a way to do what you know you need to do. It's hard for all of us, at times, to move forward or to heal our relationships with our family, spouse, children or ourselves. Call to chat or email me to decide if you would like to work together. I will be happy to help in any way I can.
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Haley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in marital and family relationship counseling and trauma therapy. Haley takes a holistic approach to mental health addressing the needs of the individual by considering the societal, relational, biological, spiritual, and emotional factors in a person's life. Haley approaches therapy with a collaborative stance, considering the client the expert on their life and situations and offers her expertise on relational dynamics, trauma and the brain, attachment wounds, and self-parenting to help her clients navigate their past hurts, current relationships, anxiety, and more.
Haley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in marital and family relationship counseling and trauma therapy. Haley takes a holistic approach to mental health addressing the needs of the individual by considering the societal, relational, biological, spiritual, and emotional factors in a person's life. Haley approaches therapy with a collaborative stance, considering the client the expert on their life and situations and offers her expertise on relational dynamics, trauma and the brain, attachment wounds, and self-parenting to help her clients navigate their past hurts, current relationships, anxiety, and more.
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Do you feel depressed, anxious, angry, or overwhelmed? Going through relationship problems? Experiencing trauma? Life is too short for that! My goal is to guide you through any obstacles you may be experiencing and get you to where you are finding meaning and purpose in your career, family, friendships, and all other areas of life.
Are you looking for someone who is real and authentic to talk to? It's rumored that therapy is typically a one-sided conversation that offers few chances for genuine interaction between the client and the counselor. That is not me! I am that counselor that will offer you a personal connection in order to facilitate growth and healing. My goal is to offer you support and guidance in whatever life situations you are experiencing.
Do you feel depressed, anxious, angry, or overwhelmed? Going through relationship problems? Experiencing trauma? Life is too short for that! My goal is to guide you through any obstacles you may be experiencing and get you to where you are finding meaning and purpose in your career, family, friendships, and all other areas of life.
Are you looking for someone who is real and authentic to talk to? It's rumored that therapy is typically a one-sided conversation that offers few chances for genuine interaction between the client and the counselor. That is not me! I am that counselor that will offer you a personal connection in order to facilitate growth and healing. My goal is to offer you support and guidance in whatever life situations you are experiencing.
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Dr. Ryan Kent Lloyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
Waitlist for new clients
Howdy! My name is Ryan Lloyd and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor, AAMFT Supervisor Candidate, & Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor working in North Texas. One of the mantras I live by is "we can't do better if we don't know better." I say this as I involve psychoeducation into my work with clients and view therapy as a learning experience. I value honesty in the therapeutic relationship and don't shy away from challenging clients to foster growth within themselves and their relationships. It's important to me to collaborate with my clients and I welcome you to explore growth, learning, and healing with me.
Howdy! My name is Ryan Lloyd and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor, AAMFT Supervisor Candidate, & Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor working in North Texas. One of the mantras I live by is "we can't do better if we don't know better." I say this as I involve psychoeducation into my work with clients and view therapy as a learning experience. I value honesty in the therapeutic relationship and don't shy away from challenging clients to foster growth within themselves and their relationships. It's important to me to collaborate with my clients and I welcome you to explore growth, learning, and healing with me.
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I encourage individuals to take control of their lives by enabling them to direct their own thoughts, feelings and behavior, thus experiencing personal power. Developing healthy, happy relationships with mates and children can be the most difficult challenges we face...and the most important. I can help. As Clinical Director of the Family Counseling Center Association, I help clients learn how to value themselves and others. We help adults and children discover their strengths and release their inner potential which leads to the creation of stronger relationships and greater success in life.
I encourage individuals to take control of their lives by enabling them to direct their own thoughts, feelings and behavior, thus experiencing personal power. Developing healthy, happy relationships with mates and children can be the most difficult challenges we face...and the most important. I can help. As Clinical Director of the Family Counseling Center Association, I help clients learn how to value themselves and others. We help adults and children discover their strengths and release their inner potential which leads to the creation of stronger relationships and greater success in life.
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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.