Couples Counseling Therapists in Dallas, TX

Hi! I'm Megan. I completed my master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy with a concentration in spiritual formation from Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. I specialize in Christian counseling for teens and young adults.

My ideal client is a person who is willing to make meaningful changes to their behavior to increase their life satisfaction. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or substance use and they are open to examine their conduct to identify a goal to pursue.

Elizabeth, "Beth," is a Dallas area licensed Individual, Family & Couples Therapist. She specializes in counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. She utilizes CBT, EMDR and is a Certified Imago Therapist trained to help couples reconnect. Mindfulness, positive replacement behaviors, and increased self-worth are fostered in individual sessions as well as healing from anxiety, stress, trauma and negative self beliefs. Conflict resolution, effective parenting techniques, improved problem solving, and increased communication skills and connection are fostered in couples, family, and parenting sessions.

Has life dimmed your light? Are you overwhelmed by stress? Are you struggling with all the hats you wear for all the roles you fulfill? Are you in need of a safe place that is nonjudgemental, empathetic, and empowers you to discover your inner-strength? Does representation matter to you? If so I offer counseling services to do just that.

You know there is something wrong yet you can't point it out. You feel lost and you feel like you are drowning with no escape. You want to feel better so you are searching the internet looking for answers and help, yet, you may feel anxious or stressed about having to start all over again on the life you worked so hard and dreamed of. You have memories of a once happy life and now you feel it is crumbling down and it is out of your control and you are saddened because you have invested so much. Your life doesn't feel the same and there is not enough energy or connection to repair the caused damages.

Life can throw us some rough curveballs, and it's during these moments that we might find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. My passion lies in guiding clients through these lonely times, offering a warm and empathetic space where healing can begin. My existential counseling approach is rooted in the belief that every person is unique and deserves a tailored therapeutic experience. Instead of simply putting a bandage on your concerns, let’s find what is causing them and heal from the source. This counseling style stems from my favorite quote: "A fool pulls the leaves, a brute chops the trunk, but a sage pulls the roots".

I feel that I am gifted in helping all individuals, especially those with past issues that are still having effects on one's life. I especially enjoy helping with communication which is a specialty of mine. When communication fails, relationships fail. I can help you with your relationships, both with your children and with your significant others. I have been helping parents for 13 years and know that I can help you with your goals of parenting, relationships, work issues, and life transitions. Help in these areas will alleviate depression and anxiety. Divorcing? I will help your family. Give me a call.

Most people that enter therapy are stuck...whether it's in relationship conflicts, depressive cycles or life ruts. What helps to get 'unstuck' is a different view and new interactions. I believe all people and situations can change if you want them too. I work well with motivated and dedicated people and help you to find new solutions to your daily problems and conflicts. I am a very interactive, directive, and coaching based therapist who believes that without the skills necessary, the problems interactions will remain the same.

I take a very down-to-earth approach to counseling. By focusing on what is real and the truth of one's experiences, I encourage my clients to participate in their own recovery processes and to develop new behaviors that produce new results and better solutions. It is my personal belief that as a society we have developed a dysfunctional lifestyle based on fantasy and myth. We act on these false beliefs every day, keeping us stuck in old, immature patterns of reactionary behavior, instead of responding to life's challenges as adults.

Do you often wonder if you can be happy? Do you struggle with past events in your life that you can't seem to let go of? Do you struggle with an addiction or compulsion? Are you in a relationship with someone whose behaviors have caused destruction in your life? Are you struggling to change behaviors in your life that you know are destructive? You deserve all the good that life has to offer and you don't have to achieve it alone. I am passionate about my work and want to help you.

Throughout the counseling process I consider myself to be a passenger on your journey. I strive to provide a warm, genuine, judgement-free environment for you to discover your most authentic self. I place significant value on the therapeutic relationship and view it is the primary method of change. Together we will work towards identifying your needs and creating a plan of action that leads to growth and healing.

I am an LPC-Associate at Dallas Therapy Associates. My approach to therapy is holistic and based in the idea that a person exists and interacts wtih their world as part of a dynamic system of personal relationships, vocational pursuits, and internal needs. I recognize the courage it takes to pursue a therapeutic relationship and I view therapy as an opportunity to help empower individuals to advocate for themselves.

Congratulations on taking the difficult step towards personal empowerment. Seeking therapy services can be overwhelming and scary; however, once started the experience can be exciting and beneficial.

You may be struggling with interpersonal conflict, sleep, productivity, loneliness, or insecurity in your relationships. These struggles act as an alarm, warning us that we have lost our balance. You want to connect with others and make meaningful changes but you may find yourself stuck in a cycle that keeps you feeling disconnected and unsatisfied. We exist within the context of relationships and you may be ready to change the context of your life and the patterns in your relationships. You don't have to continue struggling. Together we can explore your own behavioral and relational patterns to make the changes you are seeking.

You've already taken a brave step. Seeking therapy means you have a desire to engage in life in a different way. Across their diverse backgrounds, my clients have all decided they want something more, and I have the privilege of watching them get there. By establishing a safe space for expression and exploration, I'll join you as you tolerate and, when ready, lean into uncomfortable thoughts, feelings and experiences. I empower clients by supporting them as they integrate techniques associated with overcoming challenges, increasing resilience and joy, building courage to challenge fears, and living more wholeheartedly.

Starting therapy can feel daunting. Will my therapist understand me? How can I trust this stranger with my most vulnerable thoughts and feelings? Will this really help my anxiety/relationship/emotions/etc.? Is it worth it? First, you are not alone in these thoughts. Deciding to seek therapy and finding a therapist are big steps towards change that can be challenging. Second, I am here to walk alongside you through this process at your own pace. I believe that every thought and behavior makes sense in context. Therefore, I collaborate with you to explore and understand your personal context so we can successfully facilitate change.

I help couples have great sex! As a couple, you've conquered every aspect of life, yet when it comes to sex and intimacy, you're struggling. Despite your attempts to mend things independently, you find yourselves trapped in an endless loop of frustration and avoidance. You crave a deeper sexual connection with your partner, but the constant arguments and misunderstandings have left you feeling disconnected and distant. You know that sex is an issue. You know that you need solutions for your sex life but, you are not sure where to go or where to start.

Katie Smelko is passionate about the beauty that can come from broken places and wants to see you healthy in body, heart, and mind. She believes that all of these aspects contribute to you thriving. By co-creating a safe space for openness, processing, and healing, she will partner with you to identify questions and experiences that may be interfering with your sense of wholeness. She specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as those who deal with issues that are often linked with trauma experiences. These include substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.

A Certified Sex Therapist, I offer sexual and relationship solutions that work for you, including those that aren't about sex. I help you learn who you are, what you want, and how to communicate. I work with all sexual difficulties and dysfunctions, including low libido; desire discrepancies; erection, ejaculation, and orgasm difficulties; sexual pain; vaginismus; out of control sexual behavior, and fetishes. I work with married and unmarried couples and singles, as well as with straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, and poly people. I will make suggestions and give you homework assignments to help you reach your goal.