Family Therapy in Duncanville, TX
I have worked in university counseling centers, family counseling centers, and community agencies.
We may experience situations that leave us doubting ourselves, feeling overwhelmed, or mentally and physically defeated. Along the way, we begin to question ourselves and wonder where we are going. We feel stuck. My focus in counseling is to help you quickly clarify your concerns, identify strengths and abilities that are being underused, and develop tools and resources to maintain your optimal satisfaction. When our work is over, I hope you feel empowered and excited about the changes yet to come in your life.
I have worked in university counseling centers, family counseling centers, and community agencies.
We may experience situations that leave us doubting ourselves, feeling overwhelmed, or mentally and physically defeated. Along the way, we begin to question ourselves and wonder where we are going. We feel stuck. My focus in counseling is to help you quickly clarify your concerns, identify strengths and abilities that are being underused, and develop tools and resources to maintain your optimal satisfaction. When our work is over, I hope you feel empowered and excited about the changes yet to come in your life.
Allan Lay - The Relationship Clinic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
I have a community of family, friends, doctors, church members, teachers, and counselors who have made a world of difference in my life.
I am currently working towards obtaining my LMFT. I have worked as a youth and family minister for 30 years, doing pastoral counseling with couples, teens, and families. Over those years, I have helped families and individuals deal with grief, addiction, relationships, failure to launch, goal setting, self-worth, and sexual issues. Through the years I have found that individuals cannot truly love, or be loved, if they do not value themselves. Once you value yourself you can truly connect with others. Therefore, we must start with the individual.
I have a community of family, friends, doctors, church members, teachers, and counselors who have made a world of difference in my life.
I am currently working towards obtaining my LMFT. I have worked as a youth and family minister for 30 years, doing pastoral counseling with couples, teens, and families. Over those years, I have helped families and individuals deal with grief, addiction, relationships, failure to launch, goal setting, self-worth, and sexual issues. Through the years I have found that individuals cannot truly love, or be loved, if they do not value themselves. Once you value yourself you can truly connect with others. Therefore, we must start with the individual.
Marlissa Morrow - The Relationship Clinic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT, Intern
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
I am pursuing my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I like to think of myself as a very empathetic, reasonable and humanistic person. My goals are to help people become more aware of their flaws and see them as building blocks of character that help us accept who we are. No one is perfect and we are all humans. God made us all different and unique. Everyone needs compassion and understanding; without them, many unhealthy relationships emerge in our society today. I process events in life very systemically and believe that a lot of aspects of our unhealthy relationships are generational and systemically thrived.
I am pursuing my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I like to think of myself as a very empathetic, reasonable and humanistic person. My goals are to help people become more aware of their flaws and see them as building blocks of character that help us accept who we are. No one is perfect and we are all humans. God made us all different and unique. Everyone needs compassion and understanding; without them, many unhealthy relationships emerge in our society today. I process events in life very systemically and believe that a lot of aspects of our unhealthy relationships are generational and systemically thrived.
The PsychGuru / Ruby JonesEpstein, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Counseling is a more private choice than the discussion of intimate issues with friends or family.
We are an Employee Assistance Counseling Provider...... Are you suffering with Job Burnout and Stress?... Struggling to Balance Work and Home Life?..... Has your doctor recommended you take time off from work, and see a counselor? Need help with FMLA paperwork? Give us a call, we can help ! Not sleeping, or are you waking up through out the night? Learn how to get more and better sleep so your days can be more productive. We offer Guided Meditation ( in office or to take home) , and Personal Music Rx to help you relax.
Counseling is a more private choice than the discussion of intimate issues with friends or family.
We are an Employee Assistance Counseling Provider...... Are you suffering with Job Burnout and Stress?... Struggling to Balance Work and Home Life?..... Has your doctor recommended you take time off from work, and see a counselor? Need help with FMLA paperwork? Give us a call, we can help ! Not sleeping, or are you waking up through out the night? Learn how to get more and better sleep so your days can be more productive. We offer Guided Meditation ( in office or to take home) , and Personal Music Rx to help you relax.
Lolabode Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
I specialized and enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and family on personal, relationship, and professional issues as the case may be.
Changes in life and transitioning can be challenging but having great tools to handle them is important. I am available and love to work with you to develop positive life goals, develop a positive mind set, and a better attitude to manage life situations. Working together will help you to build or sharpen the inner strength in you, and to handle challenges with a great mind. Give me the opportunity to work with you to develop insights that will empowered you. Having an understanding of how to approach life events positively can be a great way to manage changes in life, and foster a better attitude towards negative live challenges.
I specialized and enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and family on personal, relationship, and professional issues as the case may be.
Changes in life and transitioning can be challenging but having great tools to handle them is important. I am available and love to work with you to develop positive life goals, develop a positive mind set, and a better attitude to manage life situations. Working together will help you to build or sharpen the inner strength in you, and to handle challenges with a great mind. Give me the opportunity to work with you to develop insights that will empowered you. Having an understanding of how to approach life events positively can be a great way to manage changes in life, and foster a better attitude towards negative live challenges.
Dr. Cheryl Young- Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, IPT-CST, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
I am passionate about guiding others to achieve their goals and building healthy family relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I hold a Doctoral degree in Community Care and Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Counseling and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My certifications include Play Therapy, Clinical ADHD Specialist, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Infant Massage Specialist.
I am passionate about guiding others to achieve their goals and building healthy family relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I hold a Doctoral degree in Community Care and Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Counseling and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My certifications include Play Therapy, Clinical ADHD Specialist, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Infant Massage Specialist.
Dr. Dominique Dor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S,, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
* Family Therapy * Parenting Skills * Couples Therapy & Premarital Training * Career Counseling * Group Therapy * Depression and Anxiety * Grief Therapy * Life Skills Transition * Aging Geriatric Therapy - Mental Health and Family Issues * Psychological Assessment * Spiritual Integrated Approach.
Ever feel like adulting came out of nowhere and hit you like a ton of bricks? Dr. Dor's Life Skills concept can move you from surviving to thriving in life. Dr. Dor is a highly skilled, compassionate, empathetic, and solutions-oriented Psychotherapist. She is dedicated to providing exceptional care and implementing effective treatment plans for clients. She has a demonstrated track record of success working with diverse client populations in group settings, one-on-one, workshop training, and seminar speaking. Dr. Dor is an effective motivator and communicator.
* Family Therapy * Parenting Skills * Couples Therapy & Premarital Training * Career Counseling * Group Therapy * Depression and Anxiety * Grief Therapy * Life Skills Transition * Aging Geriatric Therapy - Mental Health and Family Issues * Psychological Assessment * Spiritual Integrated Approach.
Ever feel like adulting came out of nowhere and hit you like a ton of bricks? Dr. Dor's Life Skills concept can move you from surviving to thriving in life. Dr. Dor is a highly skilled, compassionate, empathetic, and solutions-oriented Psychotherapist. She is dedicated to providing exceptional care and implementing effective treatment plans for clients. She has a demonstrated track record of success working with diverse client populations in group settings, one-on-one, workshop training, and seminar speaking. Dr. Dor is an effective motivator and communicator.
Nikki M. Carroll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116 (Online Only)
My training and specialization include relationships, marriage and family therapy, trauma, women’s issues, and adoption-sensitive therapy, including transracial adoption issues.
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside individuals, couples and families as they heal and grow. I believe relationships can be healing instruments. Trauma and loss can be transformed. Vulnerability is courage. And when we connect to ourselves, we can effectively connect to others. This work is my passion. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
My training and specialization include relationships, marriage and family therapy, trauma, women’s issues, and adoption-sensitive therapy, including transracial adoption issues.
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside individuals, couples and families as they heal and grow. I believe relationships can be healing instruments. Trauma and loss can be transformed. Vulnerability is courage. And when we connect to ourselves, we can effectively connect to others. This work is my passion. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
Correa Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Psychological Associate, PsyM, LPA
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
Idalie Correa has over ten years experience providing individual/group therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults with issues related to domestic/ family violence, child sexual abuse, survivors of violent crimes, juveniles, depression, and anxiety in residential and community settings in both Spanish and English.
Do you feel lost, discounted, broken, or unheard? Does your family feel disconnected or has it grown or changed and you're not sure what to do? Correa Counseling and Consulting offers a safe place to process your feelings and life experiences. We strive to serve our diverse DFW community and therapeutic services are offered in English and Spanish. Correa Counseling and Consulting assists individuals and families experiencing issues related to but not limited to unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as clients adjusting to a life altering event such as divorce, death of a loved one, empty-nester, or new to parenting.
Idalie Correa has over ten years experience providing individual/group therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults with issues related to domestic/ family violence, child sexual abuse, survivors of violent crimes, juveniles, depression, and anxiety in residential and community settings in both Spanish and English.
Do you feel lost, discounted, broken, or unheard? Does your family feel disconnected or has it grown or changed and you're not sure what to do? Correa Counseling and Consulting offers a safe place to process your feelings and life experiences. We strive to serve our diverse DFW community and therapeutic services are offered in English and Spanish. Correa Counseling and Consulting assists individuals and families experiencing issues related to but not limited to unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as clients adjusting to a life altering event such as divorce, death of a loved one, empty-nester, or new to parenting.
Dr. Paul Po Ching Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, PLP
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas.
In life we are faced with many challenges that sometimes become discouraging. My goal is to work with you in improving your life and overcome those challenges, by providing an emotionally safe space in which you are able to effectively work through those hurdles. You will be met with an approach that is tailored to your life experiences. I believe that by doing so, I am able to help my clients develop the cognitive and emotional skills needed to help navigate them through those tough times. Collaboratively we discover your core needs and ways to unblock whatever might be keeping you from your potential.
I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas.
In life we are faced with many challenges that sometimes become discouraging. My goal is to work with you in improving your life and overcome those challenges, by providing an emotionally safe space in which you are able to effectively work through those hurdles. You will be met with an approach that is tailored to your life experiences. I believe that by doing so, I am able to help my clients develop the cognitive and emotional skills needed to help navigate them through those tough times. Collaboratively we discover your core needs and ways to unblock whatever might be keeping you from your potential.
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I specialize in areas of family conflict, Parent-Child relationship, life adjustments, trauma, relationship issues, behavioral needs and women issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) supervised by Russ Bartee, PH.D, LPC-S. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a Child development minor from Oklahoma State University before obtaining my Masters from Texas Wesleyan University. I offer counseling to adolescent, couples, adults & families. I aim to create a collaborative experience and will encourage your personal values and stories to guide our journey to new insights. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and collaboration drawing from the models of Narrative therapy, CBT, & Dialectical behavior therapy.
I specialize in areas of family conflict, Parent-Child relationship, life adjustments, trauma, relationship issues, behavioral needs and women issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) supervised by Russ Bartee, PH.D, LPC-S. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a Child development minor from Oklahoma State University before obtaining my Masters from Texas Wesleyan University. I offer counseling to adolescent, couples, adults & families. I aim to create a collaborative experience and will encourage your personal values and stories to guide our journey to new insights. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and collaboration drawing from the models of Narrative therapy, CBT, & Dialectical behavior therapy.
I am passionate about men’s related topics (aka “guy stuff”), women’s enrichment, marriage and family enrichment, and adoption-sensitive therapy.
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside adults, couples, children, and families. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
I am passionate about men’s related topics (aka “guy stuff”), women’s enrichment, marriage and family enrichment, and adoption-sensitive therapy.
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside adults, couples, children, and families. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
The Relationship Clinic - Gary Wardlaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Cynthia Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Cynthia loves working with children, tweens, teens, and young adults by creating a fun and creative space to express their unique individual identities. Cynthia strives to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for the clients she serves. Cynthia hopes to establish a collaborative relationship not only with her child and adolescent clients, but also with their parents to create a loving, positive, and healthy family system in the household. Cynthia strives to help her clients increase their self-esteem and helping them overcome obstacles and identify strengths and goals to become resilient in future challenges.
Cynthia loves working with children, tweens, teens, and young adults by creating a fun and creative space to express their unique individual identities. Cynthia strives to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for the clients she serves. Cynthia hopes to establish a collaborative relationship not only with her child and adolescent clients, but also with their parents to create a loving, positive, and healthy family system in the household. Cynthia strives to help her clients increase their self-esteem and helping them overcome obstacles and identify strengths and goals to become resilient in future challenges.
Sophia Russell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116 (Online Only)
Our family system impacts how we view the world, and those values may not work so well for you now. I offer sessions which focus on addressing a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, emotional balance, and much more. I also offer tailored services in the following areas; Self-Affirming Therapy, Faith Questioning, Healing from Botched Therapy, Boss Burn-Out Therapy, Therapy for Therapists, and Rough Patch Therapy.
Our family system impacts how we view the world, and those values may not work so well for you now. I offer sessions which focus on addressing a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, emotional balance, and much more. I also offer tailored services in the following areas; Self-Affirming Therapy, Faith Questioning, Healing from Botched Therapy, Boss Burn-Out Therapy, Therapy for Therapists, and Rough Patch Therapy.
Living in Legacy Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75137
Our professional offerings include personalized individual counseling sessions, play therapy expertly tailored for children of all ages, and couples/ family therapy aimed at enhancing relationship dynamics and addressing challenges.
At Living in Legacy Counseling we understand that life gets complicated and hard to manage on our own. We believe everyone needs community and deserves a space to be heard and valued. Our therapists are each experts in different areas and we provide a collaborative experience. We work with each client individually to determine how to create the best outcome for their specific circumstances. Our therapists are honored to walk beside you in any journey and feel privileged to help you become the best version of yourself possible.
Our professional offerings include personalized individual counseling sessions, play therapy expertly tailored for children of all ages, and couples/ family therapy aimed at enhancing relationship dynamics and addressing challenges.
At Living in Legacy Counseling we understand that life gets complicated and hard to manage on our own. We believe everyone needs community and deserves a space to be heard and valued. Our therapists are each experts in different areas and we provide a collaborative experience. We work with each client individually to determine how to create the best outcome for their specific circumstances. Our therapists are honored to walk beside you in any journey and feel privileged to help you become the best version of yourself possible.
Holly Ramirez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116 (Online Only)
It really is that easy! Whether you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, family issues, or something else altogether, please feel free to reach out.
People and their challenges come in all shapes and sizes, some of which you may not have ever planned on encountering! Regardless of how well prepared you may or may not feel, it always helps to have someone outside of your own head to lend perspective to your specific situation. I would love to assist in your efforts to find healing and empowerment in a safe, non-threatening environment. Christian counseling is available upon request.
It really is that easy! Whether you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, family issues, or something else altogether, please feel free to reach out.
People and their challenges come in all shapes and sizes, some of which you may not have ever planned on encountering! Regardless of how well prepared you may or may not feel, it always helps to have someone outside of your own head to lend perspective to your specific situation. I would love to assist in your efforts to find healing and empowerment in a safe, non-threatening environment. Christian counseling is available upon request.
Christina Brannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116 (Online Only)
I am flexible in my scheduling as I know how hard it is to balance work, life, family, and self.
Is intimacy lost or fading in your relationship? Do you find it hard to communicate with your partner? Is marriage or divorce a topic of conversation? Is it hard for you to set boundaries? Are you ready to make the necessary changes no matter how uncomfortable it may be to better yourself for the relationship? If you find yourself answering yes then you are exactly where you need to be. My goal is to help you recalibrate your emotional and mental state to one that you are proud of. I am here to guide you to a space of peace, respect, value, understanding, and love for yourself and your partner.
I am flexible in my scheduling as I know how hard it is to balance work, life, family, and self.
Is intimacy lost or fading in your relationship? Do you find it hard to communicate with your partner? Is marriage or divorce a topic of conversation? Is it hard for you to set boundaries? Are you ready to make the necessary changes no matter how uncomfortable it may be to better yourself for the relationship? If you find yourself answering yes then you are exactly where you need to be. My goal is to help you recalibrate your emotional and mental state to one that you are proud of. I am here to guide you to a space of peace, respect, value, understanding, and love for yourself and your partner.
The Relationship Clinic - Damani Anderson
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Have you ever found yourself moving about life, going through the motions but getting nowhere? Has your tank run dry, feeling empty and not understanding where you want to go or what you want to do? Yet, on the other hand, when life is good and you are gaining ground, do you suddenly fear failing and begin to criticize the place you're in, making you give up? If so, come and talk to me! My passion is guiding clients to be a better version of themselves.
Have you ever found yourself moving about life, going through the motions but getting nowhere? Has your tank run dry, feeling empty and not understanding where you want to go or what you want to do? Yet, on the other hand, when life is good and you are gaining ground, do you suddenly fear failing and begin to criticize the place you're in, making you give up? If so, come and talk to me! My passion is guiding clients to be a better version of themselves.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.