Therapists in Collin County, TX

"Life's real purpose is to find happiness," - The Dalai Lama. You and your family deserve to enjoy all life has to offer. I believe people are capable of positive change. I offer ethical, researched based counseling services; with evening and Saturday appointments available.

In the complex journey of life, facing challenges like depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship struggles can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to find ourselves lost in a whirlpool of sadness, confusion, and adversity. “Transforming Scars into Stars”—This philosophy captures the essence of my personal and professional life. I firmly believe that we can shine most brilliantly in our moments of brokenness, like a radiant mosaic.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I understand the significance of trust in our therapeutic relationship. I am committed to fostering an environment where you feel safe, supported, and understood. I recognize that seeking counseling can be a courageous step, and I'll walk alongside you on this path towards healing and growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe in the power of building a strong therapeutic alliance where you feel heard without judgment, valued as an individual, and empowered to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly.

I am passionate about working with individuals with High Functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and PDD-NOS to achieve increased social skills, insight, social thinking, and quality of life. I also work with individuals that are not on the spectrum, specifically anxious and depressive disorders. My clinic, Spectra Therapies + Evaluations, has a team of psychologists (PhD, PsyD), counselors (LPC), and interns that provide various evaluations, therapies, and advocacies. My team and I provide evaluations for ages 20 months through late adulthood. We specialize in autism evaluations.

My passion is helping people to understand a diagnosis, and how to parent in light of a child’s diagnosis, as well as being an advocate for the client. Our world is a difficult and challenging place to navigate, but there can always be new thoughts, behaviors, feelings and action that can make life easier. I have over thirty years experience with psychological assessment and psychotherapy with expertise in ADHD, both children and adults, Autism, learning disabilities, anxiety and depression. I love helping people accomplish the changes they want to make to be happy and fulfilled.

Intrusive thoughts and memories haunt you due to difficult childhood experiences. Challenges like depression, anxiety, and trust issues are all things you’ve been facing on a constant basis. Forming healthy relationships and maintaining self-worth has felt impossible, leaving you stuck in a cycle of negative thinking. You’re desperate for change, hoping to find emotional stability and peace. You’ve been yearning to heal from your past traumas and longing for a fulfilling and balanced life free from the burdens of your past.

Illumination Psychological Testing is a welcoming and approachable clinic that offers comprehensive psychological testing services to individuals of all ages starting at 18 months. We believe that each person has unique strengths and challenges, and our goal is to provide personalized and thorough assessments that help clients gain insight into their strengths, areas for growth, and potential treatment options. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a focus on individualized care, IPT is a trusted partner for clients seeking to gain a better understanding of their mental health and wellbeing.

Erin loves to work with children, teens and adults as she utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities such as talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, EMDR and sand tray.

I am a mental counselor licensed in two states: TX and WA. I believe everyone has their own defined resiliency. Being resilient does not mean that people don’t experience stress, emotional upheaval, and suffering. My approach to counseling is focused on understanding a person holistically. I place a heavy emphasis on establishing a safe and collaborative relationship with all my clients; I provide each client with a safe, non-judgmental environment to express their issues and concerns. I hope to help people find their strengths and support them in their unique needs.

Kristie Keeling is supervised by Kacey Vasquez, LPC-S. Earning a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus in play therapy from the University of North Texas at Dallas. Upon graduation, she was inducted into the International Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. With over 15 years of experience working one on one with children prior to graduate school, Kristie developed a passion early on for child development and play therapy. Specializing in kids from the ages of two to sixteen with learning and developmental disabilities such as ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia.

Often when looking for a therapist, we feel like we are at our wits' end, not knowing how to help our child or ourselves. It may feel like the tentacles of our stress keep encroaching in on more and more areas of our life. Therapy does not mean you have failed; it means life has gotten too difficult to go on without additional support, and you are courageous enough to ask for help.

There is ALWAYS a way out. Whether it’s been an on-going issue or a crisis that turned your life upside down, we can guide you through life’s toughest issues from marital problems, parenting teens, surviving loss, conflict and relationship management, etc. No issue has been brought to us that we did not like nor could not untangle. Our team of therapists collaborate weekly, discussing cases in order to gain the best perspective for each situation. We also provide continual education for our team, because we are life-long learners who want to provide optimal care for our clients. How can we help you?

I am a licensed psychologist dedicated to working with children and families. I treat a number of childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and have advanced training and experience in the treatment of mood disorders and anxiety disorders (e.g., OCD, social phobia, and selective mutism). I also have unique experience in providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents whose emotional problems occur alongside developmental differences, such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, or mental retardation.

The Meier Clinics has been serving DFW for over 40 years, and currently provides the following services: The "Catalyst" Day Program is for adults, ages 18-65, who struggle with major depression, anxiety, dependencies, stress, dysfunctional relationships, abuse, loss, and more. Catalyst is the perfect opportunity to find healing and wholeness in a short amount of time. Led by our caring clinical staff, it includes group, individual, and family therapy, as well as psychological testing, and daily medication management.

CFPS offers psychological (Autism, ADHD, mood disorders), neuropsychological, pre-surgical, and psycho-educational testing; counseling services; as well as professional consultation to individuals, families, school districts, and other mental health and medical professionals. Please browse through our website - www.cfpsonline.com - to become familiar with the services we provide and the staff members who provide those services.

I specialize in the treatment of adults, families, adolescents, and young children who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavior issues, or who are survivors of psychological trauma and sexual abuse. I am also trained to treat behavioral addictions (including sex, pornography, gambling, food etc…) ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, grief and loss, self-esteem, and unhealthy relationships. I am a skilled family counselor who can assist you in improving communication, managing responses to triggers, understanding one another, improving parenting skills, and co-parenting relationships.

I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My goal is to assist you in processing the difficulties that may hinder your progress. I bring experience working with sexual abuse, parenting concerns, and behavioral issues.

Brittany has worked as a mental health counselor in settings including public schools, residential substance use treatment facility, and Child Advocacy Centers. She is skilled and trained in the treatment of ADHD, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Coping Skills, School Concerns, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+ issues, Attachment Disorders, Self-esteem, Life Transitions, Substance Use issues, Anger Management, Grief, Complex Trauma, Sensory Processing, and Self-harm. At her core, Brittany is a calming agent, who is focused on seeing the world through her clients’ eyes while helping them reach their goals and fullest potential.

I provide neuropsychological testing to children, adolescents and young adults to give an overview of cognitive abilities to determine individual strengths and weaknesses. These abilities include: Intellectual Functioning (IQ); Academic Achievement; Learning & Memory; Attention & Executive Functioning; Language & Phonological Processing; Visual-Spatial Skills & Visual-Motor Integration; Fine Motor Coordination; Adaptive Functioning; Emotional & Behavioral Functioning; Social Skills & Pragmatic (Social) Language. Using these results, I can help coordinate care with your child's other medical providers, suggest school recommendations (including IEP/504 Plans), and provide referrals to specialists and professionals that can help your child maximize his or her functioning and potential.