Experiential Therapy in Bedford, TX
Dr. La'Boris Cole
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
I am passionate about providing hope, love, joy, peace, healing, and empowerment to those in need. My primary goal is to help individuals achieve their personal and professional aspirations while addressing trauma and fostering healing and wholeness in every aspect of life. I specialize in pre-marital and marital counseling, family conflict resolution, addiction support, trauma recovery, and anger/stress management, including dual diagnosis. In my role as a therapist, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can feel valued and worthy, enabling you to experience genuine restoration and transformation.
I am passionate about providing hope, love, joy, peace, healing, and empowerment to those in need. My primary goal is to help individuals achieve their personal and professional aspirations while addressing trauma and fostering healing and wholeness in every aspect of life. I specialize in pre-marital and marital counseling, family conflict resolution, addiction support, trauma recovery, and anger/stress management, including dual diagnosis. In my role as a therapist, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can feel valued and worthy, enabling you to experience genuine restoration and transformation.
We deal with daily obstacles that challenge our ability to grow and develop balanced and healthy relationships. I know that we get "stuck" with our emotions and behaviors which could sometimes create distress for us and the ones we love.
We deal with daily obstacles that challenge our ability to grow and develop balanced and healthy relationships. I know that we get "stuck" with our emotions and behaviors which could sometimes create distress for us and the ones we love.
Garreth Baldwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
As a queer non-binary person that is part of both the ethical nonmonogamy and kink communities, I know personally how hard it can be to find a mental health professional that understands. After my own struggle I decided to pursue mental health as a profession so that I could give back to the communities that have meant so much to me. Everyone needs help with life sometimes and everyone should be able to get that help in a judgement free way that affirms one’s identity. Even if what you are currently struggling with has nothing to do with your identity, it can still be good to find help in a way that feels authentic to who you are.
As a queer non-binary person that is part of both the ethical nonmonogamy and kink communities, I know personally how hard it can be to find a mental health professional that understands. After my own struggle I decided to pursue mental health as a profession so that I could give back to the communities that have meant so much to me. Everyone needs help with life sometimes and everyone should be able to get that help in a judgement free way that affirms one’s identity. Even if what you are currently struggling with has nothing to do with your identity, it can still be good to find help in a way that feels authentic to who you are.
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.
Valinda Sue Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
Have you had a situation happen that has caused deep emotional or physical pain? Has the pain been pushing you to the breaking point? Pain can come in many forms both emotional and physical and the strategies we use to deal with it often make the problem worse rather than better. Are you unsure what to do or where to go? Is your desire to get out of the pain but you are afraid that it can't get better? I can tell you from experience that ignoring it doesn't help but I do know that there are lots of strategies to get through it. I’d like the opportunity to show you how to turn your breakdown into a BREAKTHROUGH!
Have you had a situation happen that has caused deep emotional or physical pain? Has the pain been pushing you to the breaking point? Pain can come in many forms both emotional and physical and the strategies we use to deal with it often make the problem worse rather than better. Are you unsure what to do or where to go? Is your desire to get out of the pain but you are afraid that it can't get better? I can tell you from experience that ignoring it doesn't help but I do know that there are lots of strategies to get through it. I’d like the opportunity to show you how to turn your breakdown into a BREAKTHROUGH!
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.
Michael Scott Hardgrove
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Whatever you may be going through, whether it's relational conflict, internalized distress, family issues, and or everyday struggles, I understand that everyone needs support and empathy. If you seek a collaborative, helpful guide to join you on your personal campaign to reach that which is your ideal self or that healthy relationship you seek, I will gladly accompany and thank you for the privilege. Please contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Whatever you may be going through, whether it's relational conflict, internalized distress, family issues, and or everyday struggles, I understand that everyone needs support and empathy. If you seek a collaborative, helpful guide to join you on your personal campaign to reach that which is your ideal self or that healthy relationship you seek, I will gladly accompany and thank you for the privilege. Please contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
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.
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Cayce Lucca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
I believe in an experiential approach to therapy, helping you find creative ways to heal. As a therapist, I like to focus on how to make your future brighter. I have a passion for helping people. I believe in the saying that we are able to "Heal Our Past and Change Our Future" if we are willing to grow. I believe that change is possible through the use of several techniques such as CBT, experiential therapy, animal-assisted therapy.
I believe in an experiential approach to therapy, helping you find creative ways to heal. As a therapist, I like to focus on how to make your future brighter. I have a passion for helping people. I believe in the saying that we are able to "Heal Our Past and Change Our Future" if we are willing to grow. I believe that change is possible through the use of several techniques such as CBT, experiential therapy, animal-assisted therapy.
Jamie Diaz - A Space For Women
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I specialize in emotion focused, experiential therapy for: Women struggling with anxiety, attachment wounds, relationships, parenting, and women-specific issues (hormones, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum) & Women in Helping Professions wrestling with imposture syndrome, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Immediate Openings - I see you under the overwhelming weight of anxiety trying so hard to keep your head above water. I feel the chaotic energy pushing you to meet every demand, fix every problem, and prepare for every what-if. I see you struggling with overthinking, perfectionism, emotional sensitivity, and people-pleasing. You care so deeply and give so much of yourself to others while neglecting your own needs. You are exhausted and barely treading water.
I specialize in emotion focused, experiential therapy for: Women struggling with anxiety, attachment wounds, relationships, parenting, and women-specific issues (hormones, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum) & Women in Helping Professions wrestling with imposture syndrome, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Immediate Openings - I see you under the overwhelming weight of anxiety trying so hard to keep your head above water. I feel the chaotic energy pushing you to meet every demand, fix every problem, and prepare for every what-if. I see you struggling with overthinking, perfectionism, emotional sensitivity, and people-pleasing. You care so deeply and give so much of yourself to others while neglecting your own needs. You are exhausted and barely treading water.
Offering a free 50-minute consultation with individuals and couples struggling with infidelity, anger management, and anxiety. I specialize in emotional regulation to stop damage happening in relationships, marriages and families. Therapy can reduce your reactivity and intensity of emotional outbursts. The chaos affecting your relationships can be healed. Emai now for an appointment to find effective therapeutic solutions to repair and strengthen important relationships.
Offering a free 50-minute consultation with individuals and couples struggling with infidelity, anger management, and anxiety. I specialize in emotional regulation to stop damage happening in relationships, marriages and families. Therapy can reduce your reactivity and intensity of emotional outbursts. The chaos affecting your relationships can be healed. Emai now for an appointment to find effective therapeutic solutions to repair and strengthen important relationships.
Marissa Erickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248
Throughout one's life, challenges arise that one may not be able to handle on their own. We all need a safe space, support, and, at times, guidance to work through those challenges. My goal is to provide that space and support to help clients navigate through life and find solutions that work for them. When working with clients, I apply a collaborative approach when addressing anxiety, trauma, substance use, depressive disorders, and things that life can throw in the mix. Together we can work through the emotional and mental battles that are keeping clients from living their best lives, one day at a time.
Throughout one's life, challenges arise that one may not be able to handle on their own. We all need a safe space, support, and, at times, guidance to work through those challenges. My goal is to provide that space and support to help clients navigate through life and find solutions that work for them. When working with clients, I apply a collaborative approach when addressing anxiety, trauma, substance use, depressive disorders, and things that life can throw in the mix. Together we can work through the emotional and mental battles that are keeping clients from living their best lives, one day at a time.
Melisa Dean
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76137
I have a passion to work with people, helping them to heal from brokenness and walk in peace and health. I would love the opportunity to walk with you, if you are going through tough times, needing to sort through things or to heal from wounds.
I have a passion to work with people, helping them to heal from brokenness and walk in peace and health. I would love the opportunity to walk with you, if you are going through tough times, needing to sort through things or to heal from wounds.
Healing Encounters, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092 (Online Only)
As a faith/spiritually-based licensed marriage and family therapist, with 30+ years of experience, I offer a caring, supportive and convenient online setting in the comfort of your home or office to get the support and guidance to begin the journey towards healing wounds in the lives of couples, families or as an individual. I work with those who struggle with family communication and interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, pain management, couple and marrital issues, blended families, trauma, sexual abuse, anger management, parenting and child rearing, empty- nest issues, career and pre-marital counseling.
As a faith/spiritually-based licensed marriage and family therapist, with 30+ years of experience, I offer a caring, supportive and convenient online setting in the comfort of your home or office to get the support and guidance to begin the journey towards healing wounds in the lives of couples, families or as an individual. I work with those who struggle with family communication and interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, pain management, couple and marrital issues, blended families, trauma, sexual abuse, anger management, parenting and child rearing, empty- nest issues, career and pre-marital counseling.
Full Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grapevine, TX 76051
Therapists at Full Hearts Counseling believe that pain can end. We can’t undo the bad things that happen in life, nor can we help you to forget that they occurred. We can help you to find some renewal of hope for a better tomorrow. Full Hearts counseling specializes in treating people with complex or developmental trauma. Trauma is described as having been exposed to a real or perceived life threat or fear-provoking event in your childhood, recent past, or present that has produced an increased anxiety reaction.
Therapists at Full Hearts Counseling believe that pain can end. We can’t undo the bad things that happen in life, nor can we help you to forget that they occurred. We can help you to find some renewal of hope for a better tomorrow. Full Hearts counseling specializes in treating people with complex or developmental trauma. Trauma is described as having been exposed to a real or perceived life threat or fear-provoking event in your childhood, recent past, or present that has produced an increased anxiety reaction.
Courtney Burrus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
North Richland Hills, TX 76118 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult and we all need help at times. I want to provide you with a warm inviting space that allows you to explore areas and work towards improving your mental health. I believe therapy can look different to every individual and want to provide a counseling experience catered toward your needs.
Life can be difficult and we all need help at times. I want to provide you with a warm inviting space that allows you to explore areas and work towards improving your mental health. I believe therapy can look different to every individual and want to provide a counseling experience catered toward your needs.
Jenny M Pappalardo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Keller, TX 76248 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Jenny Pappalardo and I'm so glad you took the time to read about how as a therapist I can help you in your journey. I have been working in this field for over fourteen years and have had time to really hone in and still learn how each and everyone's processes is different and unique. I'm currently seeing clients virtually and licensed in Texas and California. By reaching out you have made that first step towards betterment, I commend you!
Hello, my name is Jenny Pappalardo and I'm so glad you took the time to read about how as a therapist I can help you in your journey. I have been working in this field for over fourteen years and have had time to really hone in and still learn how each and everyone's processes is different and unique. I'm currently seeing clients virtually and licensed in Texas and California. By reaching out you have made that first step towards betterment, I commend you!
Amanda Daniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76012
Are you seeking change and solutions but don't know where to start? Are your current solutions no longer working? I truly believe that we all have to capacity to heal and sometimes we need a guide to help us explore and find answers. Whether you are struggling with self esteem, relationships, addiction, mental illness, or communication, I would like to help guide you along your journey to health. I work with individuals, couples/families, and teens/adolescents, and I specialize in addiction, interpersonal issues, and trauma. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am an LMFT-Associate under the supervision of Dr. Mike Bishop.
Are you seeking change and solutions but don't know where to start? Are your current solutions no longer working? I truly believe that we all have to capacity to heal and sometimes we need a guide to help us explore and find answers. Whether you are struggling with self esteem, relationships, addiction, mental illness, or communication, I would like to help guide you along your journey to health. I work with individuals, couples/families, and teens/adolescents, and I specialize in addiction, interpersonal issues, and trauma. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am an LMFT-Associate under the supervision of Dr. Mike Bishop.
Jenn Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grapevine, TX 76051
Losing someone you love is one of the most life-altering experiences a person can go through. Everyone grieves differently, on their own time and in their own way. Sharing your story and having someone to be in that space with you, listening without judgment, and giving coping tools is necessary in learning to live with loss and finding hope for your future. I provide a safe place for you on this painful journey, to remind you that you are not alone, and help you find your purpose after loss.
Losing someone you love is one of the most life-altering experiences a person can go through. Everyone grieves differently, on their own time and in their own way. Sharing your story and having someone to be in that space with you, listening without judgment, and giving coping tools is necessary in learning to live with loss and finding hope for your future. I provide a safe place for you on this painful journey, to remind you that you are not alone, and help you find your purpose after loss.
Filza Khan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76103 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I offer family therapy for adolescents and their guardians, as well as individual therapy for adolescents and adults. I specialize in working with families struggling with communication issues, behavioral problems, grief/loss, anger management, trauma/abuse and/or parent-child conflict. Family sessions may be most helpful to parents who feel stuck in their ability to communicate with their loved ones and are willing to work on addressing the problem in a collaborative environment. I view problems through the lens of a systemic perspective, taking into account the how a person's environment(s) may be affecting the problem.
I offer family therapy for adolescents and their guardians, as well as individual therapy for adolescents and adults. I specialize in working with families struggling with communication issues, behavioral problems, grief/loss, anger management, trauma/abuse and/or parent-child conflict. Family sessions may be most helpful to parents who feel stuck in their ability to communicate with their loved ones and are willing to work on addressing the problem in a collaborative environment. I view problems through the lens of a systemic perspective, taking into account the how a person's environment(s) may be affecting the problem.
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Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.