Depression Therapists in Cleburne, TX
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Leah Niccolls
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76031 (Online Only)
I work with teens, individuals & families to help them find balance, movement, change & freedom in their lives. With several years of experience and extensive training, I can help people with a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, life issues, & more. I look forward to partnering with you in your counseling needs and goals.
I work with teens, individuals & families to help them find balance, movement, change & freedom in their lives. With several years of experience and extensive training, I can help people with a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, life issues, & more. I look forward to partnering with you in your counseling needs and goals.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with nine years of clinical experience, regularly working with individuals of all ages, addressing concerns such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, and Self Esteem. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a Person-Centered approach, and a combination of many other modalities to provide tailored counseling to each person I work with during therapy. I believe in working closely with each client to foster a relationship that encourages greater self-acceptance, leading to growth and change in their lives.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with nine years of clinical experience, regularly working with individuals of all ages, addressing concerns such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, and Self Esteem. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a Person-Centered approach, and a combination of many other modalities to provide tailored counseling to each person I work with during therapy. I believe in working closely with each client to foster a relationship that encourages greater self-acceptance, leading to growth and change in their lives.
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Melissa Garrett-Moultrie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cleburne, TX 76033 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Spring, Texas, with over 20 years of experience. I work with adults, adolescents, families, and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, family conflict, parenting problems, grief and loss, gender identity, sexual trauma, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It takes courage to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, encourage, and to empower you on that journey.
Hello, I am Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Spring, Texas, with over 20 years of experience. I work with adults, adolescents, families, and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, family conflict, parenting problems, grief and loss, gender identity, sexual trauma, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It takes courage to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, encourage, and to empower you on that journey.
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Lauren Reiter LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Cleburne, TX 76033
Human suffering stems from unacknowledged trauma which develops multiple ways including spans of prolonged stress, surgery, crime, grief, injury, childhood neglect or abuse, domestic violence or bullying. Trauma symptoms- depression, anxiety, and PTSD, are difficult to overcome. With traditional therapy you may find symptoms keep resurfacing, thus impairing your functioning and leading you to feel frustrated and discouraged. But, there is another way to do therapy, the EMDR way. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a therapy that goes directly to the trauma by targeting the way it is stored in your brain.
Human suffering stems from unacknowledged trauma which develops multiple ways including spans of prolonged stress, surgery, crime, grief, injury, childhood neglect or abuse, domestic violence or bullying. Trauma symptoms- depression, anxiety, and PTSD, are difficult to overcome. With traditional therapy you may find symptoms keep resurfacing, thus impairing your functioning and leading you to feel frustrated and discouraged. But, there is another way to do therapy, the EMDR way. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a therapy that goes directly to the trauma by targeting the way it is stored in your brain.
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Hello, I'm Brittany Hicks. If you are looking here, you may be feeling Anxiety? Depression? Perhaps you've experienced a loss and there is grief or anger in your life. Maybe it's a relationship that you want help with? I work with people experiencing all sorts of things that life throws at them. First and foremost, I build a trusting relationship. You'll find that empathy and non-judgment are essential parts of the counseling environment I create. I respect all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
Hello, I'm Brittany Hicks. If you are looking here, you may be feeling Anxiety? Depression? Perhaps you've experienced a loss and there is grief or anger in your life. Maybe it's a relationship that you want help with? I work with people experiencing all sorts of things that life throws at them. First and foremost, I build a trusting relationship. You'll find that empathy and non-judgment are essential parts of the counseling environment I create. I respect all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
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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.
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.
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Suzanne Hooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Cleburne, TX 76031 (Online Only)
My ideal client is one who is contemplating change. Have you tried to change on your own with limited success, and are ready to share some of the responsibility for personal change? I can help. Do you feel "stuck" and want to experience the feeling of moving forward in your life? I can help. You CAN experience freedom from emotions and behaviors that have been holding you back. I work extensively with adults who struggle with ADHD, disordered eating and body image issues, anger, depression, anxiety, and stress management. What are your core issues?
My ideal client is one who is contemplating change. Have you tried to change on your own with limited success, and are ready to share some of the responsibility for personal change? I can help. Do you feel "stuck" and want to experience the feeling of moving forward in your life? I can help. You CAN experience freedom from emotions and behaviors that have been holding you back. I work extensively with adults who struggle with ADHD, disordered eating and body image issues, anger, depression, anxiety, and stress management. What are your core issues?
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Kim Garrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CCISM, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033
I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) an excellent technique that addresses abuse, abandonment, loss, depression, anxiety, and more.
Are you feeling alone, anxious, grieved, or deeply sad? Traumatic events and losses in life are very common, yet rarely discussed. They have a far-reaching impact on our lives, our relationships, our health, our work and our play. Also, research has found that the way we were cared for as children greatly impacts our relationships throughout life. For some of us, this can feel very overwhelming. The good news is that we can heal from past hurts and enjoy more contentment and peace of mind starting today. Using scientifically sound practices, we can actually change the way we think, feel, and relate to others.
I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) an excellent technique that addresses abuse, abandonment, loss, depression, anxiety, and more.
Are you feeling alone, anxious, grieved, or deeply sad? Traumatic events and losses in life are very common, yet rarely discussed. They have a far-reaching impact on our lives, our relationships, our health, our work and our play. Also, research has found that the way we were cared for as children greatly impacts our relationships throughout life. For some of us, this can feel very overwhelming. The good news is that we can heal from past hurts and enjoy more contentment and peace of mind starting today. Using scientifically sound practices, we can actually change the way we think, feel, and relate to others.
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Kylee Rae Olvera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CART
Verified Verified
Cleburne, TX 76031
I am currently offering both telehealth options via a phone or video session, as well as in person counseling. I work with clients of all ages, from those under 12 who need play therapy to those who may be retired. I love the variety of all ages! I see clients struggling with depression, anxiety, anger issues, grief, marital issues, and a number of others. You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life, not just surviving day to day. My hope is to come along side of you on this path we call life and guide you to become your best self!
I am currently offering both telehealth options via a phone or video session, as well as in person counseling. I work with clients of all ages, from those under 12 who need play therapy to those who may be retired. I love the variety of all ages! I see clients struggling with depression, anxiety, anger issues, grief, marital issues, and a number of others. You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life, not just surviving day to day. My hope is to come along side of you on this path we call life and guide you to become your best self!
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You have the power to reduce you anxiety, depression, and self destructive behaviors.
Many of my clients don't feel understood or heard. People keep things hidden when they don't feel safe. I work to ensure my clients feel safe, heard, and validated in their beliefs and experiences. We work together to reduce shame, guilt, anxiety, stress, depressive and PTSD symptoms, and anything else getting in the way of living fully and happily. My focus is helping make sure my clients have the support and environment they need to thrive.
You have the power to reduce you anxiety, depression, and self destructive behaviors.
Many of my clients don't feel understood or heard. People keep things hidden when they don't feel safe. I work to ensure my clients feel safe, heard, and validated in their beliefs and experiences. We work together to reduce shame, guilt, anxiety, stress, depressive and PTSD symptoms, and anything else getting in the way of living fully and happily. My focus is helping make sure my clients have the support and environment they need to thrive.
I have worked with clients who have grief or domestic abuse. Often the client will have depression.
I have worked with clients who have grief or domestic abuse. Often the client will have depression.
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Priscilla E Corson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck in life and can’t figure out why? Are there days that pretending to be “okay” feels like too much? Maybe you've felt depressed or anxious for a long time and nothing seems to work or feel after years of being hurt your unable to trust someone to help you. Are you a parent that is worried about your kid and don’t know how to help them? The clients I’ve seen have faced these very same dilemmas and more. I work with people who are ready for something to change to be able to feel actually okay again. I offer a safe space to process some of the hardest moments to be able to have some of the happiest outside of it.
Do you feel stuck in life and can’t figure out why? Are there days that pretending to be “okay” feels like too much? Maybe you've felt depressed or anxious for a long time and nothing seems to work or feel after years of being hurt your unable to trust someone to help you. Are you a parent that is worried about your kid and don’t know how to help them? The clients I’ve seen have faced these very same dilemmas and more. I work with people who are ready for something to change to be able to feel actually okay again. I offer a safe space to process some of the hardest moments to be able to have some of the happiest outside of it.
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Hope Restored Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033
I specialize in Abuse, PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Depression, and Anxiety.
Hope Restored Counseling exists to provide Christian counseling in a grace-filled, Christ-centered environment. We help people learn to enjoy living life by working with them to identify and overcome recurring struggles that hold them back. Often times it is past abuse, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship struggles, or just loss of direction. As a licensed clinical social worker I have the experience and training to help you clearly identify the area of concern and work with you to create a plan to address it.
I specialize in Abuse, PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Depression, and Anxiety.
Hope Restored Counseling exists to provide Christian counseling in a grace-filled, Christ-centered environment. We help people learn to enjoy living life by working with them to identify and overcome recurring struggles that hold them back. Often times it is past abuse, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship struggles, or just loss of direction. As a licensed clinical social worker I have the experience and training to help you clearly identify the area of concern and work with you to create a plan to address it.
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I specialize in abuse and trauma related issues, self-injury, anxiety, depression, grief, coping skills, ADD/ADHD, attachment disorders, low self esteem, and anger management issues, to name a few.
Greetings! Life can be overwhelming and hard to navigate sometimes, especially for our younger population. Working with children and teens is my passion. I desire to partner, not only with your child or teen, but to partner with the parents and/or caregivers to navigate life's challenges and empower the whole family towards growth and healing. I have 34 years of experience both in social work and counseling. I graduated from Tarleton State University with my Masters in Guidance and Counseling in 1998, and obtained my LPC License in 2003. I have worked in an agency setting, school setting, and private practice.
I specialize in abuse and trauma related issues, self-injury, anxiety, depression, grief, coping skills, ADD/ADHD, attachment disorders, low self esteem, and anger management issues, to name a few.
Greetings! Life can be overwhelming and hard to navigate sometimes, especially for our younger population. Working with children and teens is my passion. I desire to partner, not only with your child or teen, but to partner with the parents and/or caregivers to navigate life's challenges and empower the whole family towards growth and healing. I have 34 years of experience both in social work and counseling. I graduated from Tarleton State University with my Masters in Guidance and Counseling in 1998, and obtained my LPC License in 2003. I have worked in an agency setting, school setting, and private practice.
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Nancy E. Giraldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder? Have you been taking medications, but seem to still struggle to cope? I help people who experience anxiety, depression, and/or bipolar disorder find relief, feel less anxious, gain coping skills, and understanding of what they are experiencing.
I am an experienced therapist working with children, adolescents, families, couples and individual adults on a variety of issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator.
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder? Have you been taking medications, but seem to still struggle to cope? I help people who experience anxiety, depression, and/or bipolar disorder find relief, feel less anxious, gain coping skills, and understanding of what they are experiencing.
I am an experienced therapist working with children, adolescents, families, couples and individual adults on a variety of issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator.
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Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
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Penne Schulz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033
I will help you find solutions to barriers such as anxiety, guilt, shame, depression, grief, anger, trauma, substance abuse, etc.
Hi! I'm Penne Schulz. I am a relationship specialist working with couples -- I have over 16 years experience. And, I also specialize in trauma, working with individuals in trauma recovery and a variety of issues that can cause people to get stuck. I work as a guide looking back to see what may have been fractured and what needs mending... working in the "here and now" finding out how relief and happiness can happen NOW; and looking towards the future to see what we are aiming for - creating mile markers helping us know we are heading in the right direction.
I will help you find solutions to barriers such as anxiety, guilt, shame, depression, grief, anger, trauma, substance abuse, etc.
Hi! I'm Penne Schulz. I am a relationship specialist working with couples -- I have over 16 years experience. And, I also specialize in trauma, working with individuals in trauma recovery and a variety of issues that can cause people to get stuck. I work as a guide looking back to see what may have been fractured and what needs mending... working in the "here and now" finding out how relief and happiness can happen NOW; and looking towards the future to see what we are aiming for - creating mile markers helping us know we are heading in the right direction.
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Sometimes considering a change can be overwhelming. I can walk beside you, teaching ways to overcome feelings of anxiety and confusion while working on your relationship with yourself and others. Decreasing anxiety, depression, overcoming habits, and learning to manage diagnoses such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and difficult medical diagnoses: HIV, cancer, and more. I treat people with dignity and respect in a collaborative, therapeutic relationship. I also believe a sense of humor is essential to emotional health, happiness. As we work on challenges, we may also share a laugh or two along the way.
Sometimes considering a change can be overwhelming. I can walk beside you, teaching ways to overcome feelings of anxiety and confusion while working on your relationship with yourself and others. Decreasing anxiety, depression, overcoming habits, and learning to manage diagnoses such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and difficult medical diagnoses: HIV, cancer, and more. I treat people with dignity and respect in a collaborative, therapeutic relationship. I also believe a sense of humor is essential to emotional health, happiness. As we work on challenges, we may also share a laugh or two along the way.
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” I work with all the detours that get in our way: anxiety, depression, grief, attention, impulse control, emotional regulation, bipolar, relationships, and TRAUMA RECOVERY just to name a few.
Taking time out for yourself is often an overwhelming task. Getting help isn’t easy. I know. I’ve been there. And I know, this is an important step. Sometimes in life we go through painful experiences. We usually try our best to work though that pain alone. Maybe we even have close friends and family who we confide in…but we still may feel alone, disconnected, or misunderstood. We are not designed to heal from pain and emotional injury by ourselves - alone. Having attempted that myself, I managed to only compound that loneliness and pain. Ultimately, professional guidance helped lead my healing. I think I can help lead yours.
” I work with all the detours that get in our way: anxiety, depression, grief, attention, impulse control, emotional regulation, bipolar, relationships, and TRAUMA RECOVERY just to name a few.
Taking time out for yourself is often an overwhelming task. Getting help isn’t easy. I know. I’ve been there. And I know, this is an important step. Sometimes in life we go through painful experiences. We usually try our best to work though that pain alone. Maybe we even have close friends and family who we confide in…but we still may feel alone, disconnected, or misunderstood. We are not designed to heal from pain and emotional injury by ourselves - alone. Having attempted that myself, I managed to only compound that loneliness and pain. Ultimately, professional guidance helped lead my healing. I think I can help lead yours.
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Sherrie R Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76031
Are you struggling, stressed, feeling overwhelmed, depressed, grieving, or having relationship issues? Have you suffered the ending of a significant relationship? Do you need help, support? Are you ready to begin the healing process? Well, I'm here with tools, space, and, support you need in this season of your life. It's your time to work towards wellness and being their best self. As your therapist, I am committed to individuals willing to enter into this brave space, journeying towards attaining optimal mental and social well-being discovering insight, and tools to facilitate mental health and wellness along the way.
Are you struggling, stressed, feeling overwhelmed, depressed, grieving, or having relationship issues? Have you suffered the ending of a significant relationship? Do you need help, support? Are you ready to begin the healing process? Well, I'm here with tools, space, and, support you need in this season of your life. It's your time to work towards wellness and being their best self. As your therapist, I am committed to individuals willing to enter into this brave space, journeying towards attaining optimal mental and social well-being discovering insight, and tools to facilitate mental health and wellness along the way.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.