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Brian Shepherd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
I completed my graduate schooling at Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Troy University.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor it is my goal to help you be more successful at managing life stressors, coping with deployment-related stress, and improving relationships. I am trained in Marriage and Family Therapy and Individual counseling techniques. I have an understanding of the daily stressors of military life as an Army Veteran. I have experience working with the service member and their families both in the military and in the therapeutic setting.
I completed my graduate schooling at Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Troy University.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor it is my goal to help you be more successful at managing life stressors, coping with deployment-related stress, and improving relationships. I am trained in Marriage and Family Therapy and Individual counseling techniques. I have an understanding of the daily stressors of military life as an Army Veteran. I have experience working with the service member and their families both in the military and in the therapeutic setting.
(254) 736-6707 View (254) 736-6707
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Roslyn A Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified 'Pre- Marital and Blended Family' Facilitator.
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified 'Pre- Marital and Blended Family' Facilitator.
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
(254) 845-7704 View (254) 845-7704
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Sara Orosco Ma Lpc Associate Supervised By Christina Watts-Figueroa
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
As an employee of Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC I can help you. I am trained in a wide variety of areas to include: anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-esteem, behavioral issues, marital problems, ADHD, anger, parenting difficulties, going through transitions such as deployment or life changes, trauma, attachment, cultural differences, and/ or women's issues.
As an employee of Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC I can help you. I am trained in a wide variety of areas to include: anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-esteem, behavioral issues, marital problems, ADHD, anger, parenting difficulties, going through transitions such as deployment or life changes, trauma, attachment, cultural differences, and/ or women's issues.
(254) 863-2555 View (254) 863-2555
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Sharon Aguilera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
Waitlist for new clients
I counsel women and adolescent girls with issues to include, depression, post-partum depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coping skills, self-esteem, communication issues, grief, parenting, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation and situational stress. It can be incredibly difficult to seek help. I understand and want to provide a safe place for women and girls to feel comfortable sharing their struggles.
I counsel women and adolescent girls with issues to include, depression, post-partum depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coping skills, self-esteem, communication issues, grief, parenting, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation and situational stress. It can be incredibly difficult to seek help. I understand and want to provide a safe place for women and girls to feel comfortable sharing their struggles.
(254) 892-4880 View (254) 892-4880
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Jason Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
After working in a large group practice in Houston, TX for 7 years, I accepted a faculty position in the Graduate Counseling Program at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, TX. I am the training clinic director at UMHB, but I did not want to completely abandon clinical practice. I see a small number of clients part-time in the Temple/Belton area. My job is to provide hope, improve relationships, and increase perceived options for my clients. I provide a safe but productive environment to express frustrations and begin building solutions to the struggles of life.
After working in a large group practice in Houston, TX for 7 years, I accepted a faculty position in the Graduate Counseling Program at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, TX. I am the training clinic director at UMHB, but I did not want to completely abandon clinical practice. I see a small number of clients part-time in the Temple/Belton area. My job is to provide hope, improve relationships, and increase perceived options for my clients. I provide a safe but productive environment to express frustrations and begin building solutions to the struggles of life.
(254) 870-3298 View (254) 870-3298
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Mary Elaine McFarlane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Does anybody have a map, Anybody happen to know how the h--- to do this? Are lines from my favorite musical, Dear Evan Hansen. I resonate with them as a mom of young adults and a retired military wife. So often "I'm flying blind and making this up as I go." We need two things when we're overwhelmed--a plan and accountability. In other words, another person who has some idea how to find where I left myself and then how to help me move again in maybe a different direction. With less shame, less pretending, less judgment. More breathing room.
Does anybody have a map, Anybody happen to know how the h--- to do this? Are lines from my favorite musical, Dear Evan Hansen. I resonate with them as a mom of young adults and a retired military wife. So often "I'm flying blind and making this up as I go." We need two things when we're overwhelmed--a plan and accountability. In other words, another person who has some idea how to find where I left myself and then how to help me move again in maybe a different direction. With less shame, less pretending, less judgment. More breathing room.
(254) 249-4614 View (254) 249-4614
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Dr. Livengood Psychology, PsyD, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Livengood Psychology, PsyD, PLLC, is owned and operated by Dr. Tara Livengood and spouse, Mr. Brian Foster of East Tennessee. Dr. Livengood is a native Texan who graduated in 2017 with a doctorate in clinical psychology. After exploring the country and working in various settings such as aging services, corrections, forensic, psychiatric hospitals and the Veterans Affairs, she recently decided to return to Central Texas and make the career change to open a private practice. With a broad range of experience, Dr. Livengood, PsyD, PLLC hopes to meet the psychological needs of Central Texans and beyond.
Dr. Livengood Psychology, PsyD, PLLC, is owned and operated by Dr. Tara Livengood and spouse, Mr. Brian Foster of East Tennessee. Dr. Livengood is a native Texan who graduated in 2017 with a doctorate in clinical psychology. After exploring the country and working in various settings such as aging services, corrections, forensic, psychiatric hospitals and the Veterans Affairs, she recently decided to return to Central Texas and make the career change to open a private practice. With a broad range of experience, Dr. Livengood, PsyD, PLLC hopes to meet the psychological needs of Central Texans and beyond.
(254) 327-1528 View (254) 327-1528
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Jennifer Costello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
My name is Jennifer Costello and I am passionate about supporting your mental wellness. I have an earned doctor of behavioral health and a masters in social work. I am also an professor. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every client has the right to Thrive in their daily lives. If your tired of just surviving and you are ready to Thrive on Purpose, let's meet.
My name is Jennifer Costello and I am passionate about supporting your mental wellness. I have an earned doctor of behavioral health and a masters in social work. I am also an professor. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every client has the right to Thrive in their daily lives. If your tired of just surviving and you are ready to Thrive on Purpose, let's meet.
(254) 279-6836 View (254) 279-6836
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Jerimiah Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
(254) 410-1493 View (254) 410-1493
Lusan Clark-Ladd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Experienced in working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. Enjoys serving the needs of those individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, any behavioral disorders, dual diagnoses, and any stress related issues. Will work with your individual needs. Setting short term and long term goals. Work to establish healthy skills to create a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.
Experienced in working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. Enjoys serving the needs of those individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, any behavioral disorders, dual diagnoses, and any stress related issues. Will work with your individual needs. Setting short term and long term goals. Work to establish healthy skills to create a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.
(254) 247-3280 View (254) 247-3280
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Mackenzie Vaught
LPC Intern, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
Hi, I'm an early career therapist who specializes in neurodivergent folks and those who love them! Neurodivergence comes with unique challenges, but also some awesome strengths. I help those with ADHD and ASD learn to swim with the current, and stop swimming against it. I also help spouses, parents, and siblings of neurodivergent people improve communication and strengthen those relationships. I use several therapy methods to help create a cohesive relationship where everyone feels respected and heard. I'm looking for people who are struggling with neurodivergence and want to realign themselves in a positive way!
Hi, I'm an early career therapist who specializes in neurodivergent folks and those who love them! Neurodivergence comes with unique challenges, but also some awesome strengths. I help those with ADHD and ASD learn to swim with the current, and stop swimming against it. I also help spouses, parents, and siblings of neurodivergent people improve communication and strengthen those relationships. I use several therapy methods to help create a cohesive relationship where everyone feels respected and heard. I'm looking for people who are struggling with neurodivergence and want to realign themselves in a positive way!
(432) 300-5769 View (432) 300-5769
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Emily Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist.
I specialize in working with children/adolescents with a variety of presenting symptoms. I understand that children must be counseled in the context of their family system and incorporate family therapy in my treatment processes. I have experience working with sexually and physically abused children, adolescents, and adults and those struggling with trauma reminders. I also work with individuals struggling with depression or behavior changes following a change in relationship dynamics such as divorce or military deployment. I offer sessions with and without my therapy dog-in-training, a sweet Bernedoodle named Sullivan.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist.
I specialize in working with children/adolescents with a variety of presenting symptoms. I understand that children must be counseled in the context of their family system and incorporate family therapy in my treatment processes. I have experience working with sexually and physically abused children, adolescents, and adults and those struggling with trauma reminders. I also work with individuals struggling with depression or behavior changes following a change in relationship dynamics such as divorce or military deployment. I offer sessions with and without my therapy dog-in-training, a sweet Bernedoodle named Sullivan.
(254) 870-4363 View (254) 870-4363

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Jacob Parks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
I treat many relevant issues which includes but are not limited to: mood problems, depression, anxiety, anger, self-confidence, marriage, family, relationship, individual, couples, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, infidelity, grief/loss, behavioral problems, deployment issues, adolescent, parenting, life change, work/vocational, phobias, life crisis, etc.
Life can often be unpredictable and more dynamic than we are sometimes able to handle on our own. It is very easy to feel stuck, lost, hopeless, and even overwhelmed if we believe that we lack the resources and know how to approach our adversities. In the face of our challenges it is sometimes difficult to identify helpful solutions. This is how I may be helpful to you. Together we could explore what's possible and investigate solutions that work.
I treat many relevant issues which includes but are not limited to: mood problems, depression, anxiety, anger, self-confidence, marriage, family, relationship, individual, couples, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, infidelity, grief/loss, behavioral problems, deployment issues, adolescent, parenting, life change, work/vocational, phobias, life crisis, etc.
Life can often be unpredictable and more dynamic than we are sometimes able to handle on our own. It is very easy to feel stuck, lost, hopeless, and even overwhelmed if we believe that we lack the resources and know how to approach our adversities. In the face of our challenges it is sometimes difficult to identify helpful solutions. This is how I may be helpful to you. Together we could explore what's possible and investigate solutions that work.
(254) 822-4378 View (254) 822-4378
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Valerie J Vineyard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502  (Online Only)
If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, confused, powerless, helpless to control life issues, a healthy first step toward realizing positive change in your life, is to invest in therapy. By discovering your strengths, gifts, and unique perception, we can begin utilizing these attributes toward effective thoughtful problem solving and decision making behaviors.
If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, confused, powerless, helpless to control life issues, a healthy first step toward realizing positive change in your life, is to invest in therapy. By discovering your strengths, gifts, and unique perception, we can begin utilizing these attributes toward effective thoughtful problem solving and decision making behaviors.
(210) 879-6713 View (210) 879-6713
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Ashley Triana(Supervised By Shannon Sawyer)
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salado, TX 76571
All are welcome here, as a safe and comfortable space for clients is provided! Are you encountering difficulties with Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Grief, or Low Self-Esteem? Then look no further because I am here to walk with you on your counseling journey to being well. I believe that we all deserve a chance to speak with someone that can help us see problems and solutions from a different point of view. Let me be that person for you, as we will work together on the goals that you wish to achieve! Let's schedule that consultation today by calling (915) 533-8696 or send an email!
All are welcome here, as a safe and comfortable space for clients is provided! Are you encountering difficulties with Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Grief, or Low Self-Esteem? Then look no further because I am here to walk with you on your counseling journey to being well. I believe that we all deserve a chance to speak with someone that can help us see problems and solutions from a different point of view. Let me be that person for you, as we will work together on the goals that you wish to achieve! Let's schedule that consultation today by calling (915) 533-8696 or send an email!
(254) 277-6884 View (254) 277-6884
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Good Help Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, CSCS
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
My name is DrP and I run the Good Help Clinic. I am a psychologist, army veteran, and an adjunct professor with the Texas A&M HSC College of Medicine. My mission is to consistently provide high quality psychological services to people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and anger management problems. I have special training in health psychology and lots of experience helping people change behaviors that hurt their health. I am a licensed boxing and martial arts coach. I help athletes improve performance. I also do psychological assessment and pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluations.
My name is DrP and I run the Good Help Clinic. I am a psychologist, army veteran, and an adjunct professor with the Texas A&M HSC College of Medicine. My mission is to consistently provide high quality psychological services to people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and anger management problems. I have special training in health psychology and lots of experience helping people change behaviors that hurt their health. I am a licensed boxing and martial arts coach. I help athletes improve performance. I also do psychological assessment and pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluations.
(832) 431-4999 View (832) 431-4999
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New Life Counseling Center
PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76504
We have therapists (Licensed, Associates and Graduate Students Interns) who specialize in different age groups (teens, young adults, middle age, and elderly), constellations (individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy), and targets (pastors & missionaries, EMDR, affair recovery, blended families, veterans, grief & loss, etc.). If a client requests to incorporate Christian spirituality into counseling, our therapists are well trained to do so. However, we are incredibly respectful of our clients’ faith beliefs, including those who profess faith and those who do not.
We have therapists (Licensed, Associates and Graduate Students Interns) who specialize in different age groups (teens, young adults, middle age, and elderly), constellations (individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy), and targets (pastors & missionaries, EMDR, affair recovery, blended families, veterans, grief & loss, etc.). If a client requests to incorporate Christian spirituality into counseling, our therapists are well trained to do so. However, we are incredibly respectful of our clients’ faith beliefs, including those who profess faith and those who do not.
(512) 402-6457 View (512) 402-6457
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Brannon LaForce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76508  (Online Only)
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss.
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss.
(737) 367-3983 View (737) 367-3983
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Rob Clark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
Not accepting new clients
**Currently, I am not taking new clients.** I offer individual and couples counseling, and assessments for adults and teenagers. I have extensive training and experience in working with active duty, veterans, and civilians with anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and depression. I adjust my approach to meet each individual's/couple's needs, using well-researched treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am licensed in TX but approved through PsyPact to see teletherapy clients in several other states.
**Currently, I am not taking new clients.** I offer individual and couples counseling, and assessments for adults and teenagers. I have extensive training and experience in working with active duty, veterans, and civilians with anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and depression. I adjust my approach to meet each individual's/couple's needs, using well-researched treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am licensed in TX but approved through PsyPact to see teletherapy clients in several other states.
(254) 449-8623 View (254) 449-8623

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Mary Webb-Tafoya, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, CMS-CHt
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78732  (Online Only)
Texas, New Mexico, and Washington licensed in working with crisis, trauma intervention, prevention, grief, bereavement, clinical hypnotherapy, disease, illness, and chronic pain, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, physical abuse, combat trauma, reintegration issues, GLBT issues, sexual dysfunction, marriage, family, stress and anger management.
Currently only accepting clients for Teletherapy. The individual who seeks to improve their quality of life would greatly benefit from having me as their counselor. Each session is goal-oriented and an educational process towards insight and awareness which can greatly improve a client's perspective of themselves; the world; and themselves in the world. I believe in short term, brief solution focused therapy to maximize time and therapeutic interventions. I strive to form a therapeutic alliance with my clients and act as a guide and mentor through all of life's challenges. For more information, go to marywebbtafoyapllc.com
Texas, New Mexico, and Washington licensed in working with crisis, trauma intervention, prevention, grief, bereavement, clinical hypnotherapy, disease, illness, and chronic pain, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, physical abuse, combat trauma, reintegration issues, GLBT issues, sexual dysfunction, marriage, family, stress and anger management.
Currently only accepting clients for Teletherapy. The individual who seeks to improve their quality of life would greatly benefit from having me as their counselor. Each session is goal-oriented and an educational process towards insight and awareness which can greatly improve a client's perspective of themselves; the world; and themselves in the world. I believe in short term, brief solution focused therapy to maximize time and therapeutic interventions. I strive to form a therapeutic alliance with my clients and act as a guide and mentor through all of life's challenges. For more information, go to marywebbtafoyapllc.com
(915) 228-2153 View (915) 228-2153

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.