Adoption Therapists in Bedford, TX
Brian Powers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Although I welcomes clients with a range of needs, my special areas of interests include: addictions, depression, marital issues, grief & loss, anxiety, spiritual/ministry wounds, adoption issues, premarital counseling, PREPARE/ENRICH Certified, divorce recovery & blended family issues.
I have a burning desire to help individuals and families struggling with what often seems like impossible problems and a wavering faith. I know that people crave restoration through change and want to help them on this journey. I provide a safe environment to explore sensitive issues, founded on respect and caring for the client. My own personal journey of growth gives me a unique perspective that I use with each client.
Although I welcomes clients with a range of needs, my special areas of interests include: addictions, depression, marital issues, grief & loss, anxiety, spiritual/ministry wounds, adoption issues, premarital counseling, PREPARE/ENRICH Certified, divorce recovery & blended family issues.
I have a burning desire to help individuals and families struggling with what often seems like impossible problems and a wavering faith. I know that people crave restoration through change and want to help them on this journey. I provide a safe environment to explore sensitive issues, founded on respect and caring for the client. My own personal journey of growth gives me a unique perspective that I use with each client.
As a parent of a kid with trauma, you are fed up with using "traditional" parenting techniques that never seem to work. You feel like you have no idea what you are doing or like a complete failure as a parent. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you need a break. You’re ready to use parenting strategies that get you compliance without screaming . You’re ready to connect to your child and yourself in a new way. Most of all, you’re ready for your relationship with your child to grow, deepen, and flourish.
As a parent of a kid with trauma, you are fed up with using "traditional" parenting techniques that never seem to work. You feel like you have no idea what you are doing or like a complete failure as a parent. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you need a break. You’re ready to use parenting strategies that get you compliance without screaming . You’re ready to connect to your child and yourself in a new way. Most of all, you’re ready for your relationship with your child to grow, deepen, and flourish.
Cynthia Ann Cashman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I treat every client with dignity and respect and help them find their strengths to overcome their problems. I am dedicated to finding methods that suit each individual client by processing their thoughts and feelings, problem-solving, and teaching positive coping skills. All counseling sessions are conducted telephonically making it convenient and easy.
I treat every client with dignity and respect and help them find their strengths to overcome their problems. I am dedicated to finding methods that suit each individual client by processing their thoughts and feelings, problem-solving, and teaching positive coping skills. All counseling sessions are conducted telephonically making it convenient and easy.
Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas is dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas is dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
Despite the vast amounts of challenges that life may throw our way, I truly believe that mental flexibility and perseverance may be cultivated by anyone who would seek it. It allows one to bend in the winds of change without breaking, while adjusting and evaluating new wisdoms and perspectives that may be applied to one's life situations. The mind of an individual can be as flexible as one's ability to imagine it to be, when given the support and permission to do so through my integrative and pragmatic approach to therapy.
Despite the vast amounts of challenges that life may throw our way, I truly believe that mental flexibility and perseverance may be cultivated by anyone who would seek it. It allows one to bend in the winds of change without breaking, while adjusting and evaluating new wisdoms and perspectives that may be applied to one's life situations. The mind of an individual can be as flexible as one's ability to imagine it to be, when given the support and permission to do so through my integrative and pragmatic approach to therapy.
Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Praxis Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
"The purpose of psychotherapy is to set people free" (May, Rollo). You may feel bound by a broken heart, childhood, or a traumatic experience. Or maybe you are in a tough season and need support for a time. Well, your desire to change your circumstance is the first step to setting yourself free and creating the life you want. To take a holistic approach, we will also look at your significant relationships. Healthy relationships are at the core of overall wellness. I will help you to assess the quality of your current relationship(s) and move towards more meaningful connections.
"The purpose of psychotherapy is to set people free" (May, Rollo). You may feel bound by a broken heart, childhood, or a traumatic experience. Or maybe you are in a tough season and need support for a time. Well, your desire to change your circumstance is the first step to setting yourself free and creating the life you want. To take a holistic approach, we will also look at your significant relationships. Healthy relationships are at the core of overall wellness. I will help you to assess the quality of your current relationship(s) and move towards more meaningful connections.
Erin Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
I am passionate about working with clients throughout the lifespan, and believe in a collaborative, creative approach to therapy while creating a safe therapeutic environment that promotes hope and healing. I believe in an Emotionally Focused therapeutic approach designed to strengthen relationship bonds and help teenagers, young adults, and seasoned adults develop emotional maturity, heal from trauma, grief, and improve/repair attachment bonds in a safe, nurturing environment.
I am passionate about working with clients throughout the lifespan, and believe in a collaborative, creative approach to therapy while creating a safe therapeutic environment that promotes hope and healing. I believe in an Emotionally Focused therapeutic approach designed to strengthen relationship bonds and help teenagers, young adults, and seasoned adults develop emotional maturity, heal from trauma, grief, and improve/repair attachment bonds in a safe, nurturing environment.
Alyson Morgan, DSW, LCSW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
Hi, My name is Alyson. Therapy helps uncover strengths and learn new skills that will allow them to deal with the challenges that arise in life. A successful therapy experience does not mean a client is cured, it means the person has the inner and outer resources to deal with the ups and downs of life. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills necessary to successfully deal with life, on life's terms.
Hi, My name is Alyson. Therapy helps uncover strengths and learn new skills that will allow them to deal with the challenges that arise in life. A successful therapy experience does not mean a client is cured, it means the person has the inner and outer resources to deal with the ups and downs of life. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills necessary to successfully deal with life, on life's terms.
Paula D Odom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
My goal is to help people find solutions to problems through caring conversations, biblical insight, experience and professional skills. I especially love to see people grow in awareness of their unique value and in relationships with others. You may be looking for someone with compassion you can confidentially talk with about problems or difficult situation in your life. You may be seeking help to have better relationships with family or friends. Maybe you’ve lost someone that you love through death or a broken relationship.
My goal is to help people find solutions to problems through caring conversations, biblical insight, experience and professional skills. I especially love to see people grow in awareness of their unique value and in relationships with others. You may be looking for someone with compassion you can confidentially talk with about problems or difficult situation in your life. You may be seeking help to have better relationships with family or friends. Maybe you’ve lost someone that you love through death or a broken relationship.
Mayra Alejandra Nieto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
Cinnamon Tree Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76022
Waitlist for new clients
I help clients (children, teens, and women) become healthy, happy, responsible, motivated, and self-disciplined. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, parents, and young adults. Having served as a teacher turned school counselor, I know firsthand how challenging these formative years can be for all involved (students, parents, and educators). I know that my client's success is based upon working collaboratively with all persons involved in his or her life. Together we will explore and create healthy and positive preferred futures.
I help clients (children, teens, and women) become healthy, happy, responsible, motivated, and self-disciplined. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, parents, and young adults. Having served as a teacher turned school counselor, I know firsthand how challenging these formative years can be for all involved (students, parents, and educators). I know that my client's success is based upon working collaboratively with all persons involved in his or her life. Together we will explore and create healthy and positive preferred futures.
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I believe that each individual has the strength and potential to live the life they have always dreamed of living! I am passionate about working with children and families. I have particular interest in helping stressed families deal with challenges associated with parenting and family dynamics.
I truly believe that individuals know how to solve their own problems, however, they may lack self-confidence, support, or the courage to do so. Anxiety catches us and fear holds us, but we are not destined to live a life without hope!
I believe that each individual has the strength and potential to live the life they have always dreamed of living! I am passionate about working with children and families. I have particular interest in helping stressed families deal with challenges associated with parenting and family dynamics.
I truly believe that individuals know how to solve their own problems, however, they may lack self-confidence, support, or the courage to do so. Anxiety catches us and fear holds us, but we are not destined to live a life without hope!
Cori Jo East-Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Euless, TX 76040 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University.
Susan E. Bicknell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hurst, TX 76053
I specialize in helping those with chronic anxiety, who have been through trauma or experience PTSD, issues of sexual abuse, depression and addiction, as well as stress related issues. Most of my internship experience has been in the private practice setting. Whether you are seeking guidance for current difficulties or seeking healing for past wounds, I will tailor counseling to your needs. As a counselor, I enjoy walking alongside and assisting my clients through difficult times. It is a great honor to offer a professional perspective as well as an accepting and caring environment.
I specialize in helping those with chronic anxiety, who have been through trauma or experience PTSD, issues of sexual abuse, depression and addiction, as well as stress related issues. Most of my internship experience has been in the private practice setting. Whether you are seeking guidance for current difficulties or seeking healing for past wounds, I will tailor counseling to your needs. As a counselor, I enjoy walking alongside and assisting my clients through difficult times. It is a great honor to offer a professional perspective as well as an accepting and caring environment.
I bring a practical, insightful perspective to helping couples in conflict. Seeing the other's viewpoint is both challenging and necessary. My ability to see options helps individuals make better choices in personal situations. A true believer in the value of actively-engaging in life, I see a strong need for play for adults and children. As Executive Director at the Family Counseling Center, I count the variety involved in my job as an asset. In addition to my therapeutic practice, I also teach in our organization's private elementary school and oversee the multiple details of running the organization.
I bring a practical, insightful perspective to helping couples in conflict. Seeing the other's viewpoint is both challenging and necessary. My ability to see options helps individuals make better choices in personal situations. A true believer in the value of actively-engaging in life, I see a strong need for play for adults and children. As Executive Director at the Family Counseling Center, I count the variety involved in my job as an asset. In addition to my therapeutic practice, I also teach in our organization's private elementary school and oversee the multiple details of running the organization.
Katasha Varner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hurst, TX 76054 (Online Only)
I’m not your typical therapist. I'm real. I'm approachable. And I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
I’m not your typical therapist. I'm real. I'm approachable. And I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
Kurt W. Billups
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MPC, LPC, BCPC, LPHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hurst, TX 76053 (Online Only)
People should live happier, healthier lives. That is what all people want and deserve. My focus is on helping people achieve ALL of their goals. Everyone goes through tough times. Some people go through them on their own, but sometimes it takes a professional, unbiased perspective to help. People are the result of both nature (inherited traits) and nurture (environment) which form lenses through which we perceive the world. Through life experience, lenses can become scratched or cloudy. Bring the drive to improve and I will provide the experience, empathy, and knowledge. Let's make them clear again, together, as a team!
People should live happier, healthier lives. That is what all people want and deserve. My focus is on helping people achieve ALL of their goals. Everyone goes through tough times. Some people go through them on their own, but sometimes it takes a professional, unbiased perspective to help. People are the result of both nature (inherited traits) and nurture (environment) which form lenses through which we perceive the world. Through life experience, lenses can become scratched or cloudy. Bring the drive to improve and I will provide the experience, empathy, and knowledge. Let's make them clear again, together, as a team!
Hailey Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Watching your child struggle and feeling helpless to do anything about it is one of the hardest things about being a parent. You’ve read the parenting books, Googled your questions, talked to friends, but your efforts don’t seem to make an impact. I believe that we all do the best we can with the resources we have, and sometimes we simply need additional resources to make positive change. That’s where I come in! I empower children, teens, and parents to find healing and confidence through interventions that are both evidence-based and tailored to your unique circumstances.
Watching your child struggle and feeling helpless to do anything about it is one of the hardest things about being a parent. You’ve read the parenting books, Googled your questions, talked to friends, but your efforts don’t seem to make an impact. I believe that we all do the best we can with the resources we have, and sometimes we simply need additional resources to make positive change. That’s where I come in! I empower children, teens, and parents to find healing and confidence through interventions that are both evidence-based and tailored to your unique circumstances.
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Adoption Therapists
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.