Strength-Based Therapists in Farmers Branch, TX

Let's face it; sometimes being human can be downright overwhelming. Managing a family and a household on top of navigating work stresses and relationship and interpersonal difficulties, might leave you feeling stretched to your physical and emotional limit. Just when you think you are going to snap, your child begins having emotional or behavioral difficulties that you can’t seem to solve in the ways you have in the past. When we experience difficulties in life, it is often the hardest to ask for help, but sometimes the strongest and most important action is to reach out and request the assistance of others.

If you feel like you keep getting in your own way or that your previous experiences are keeping you from living a peaceful and fulfilling life I can completely relate. I utilize IFS and EMDR to guide clients in accepting and appreciating their true selves in order to create a life they are proud of.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Dr. Brooke. I currently work with kids, and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, grief, and behavior issues.

I can offer you, as my client, a safe, calm, and respectful environment where you can tell your story and be heard. Together we can set up goals for your treatment and work towards healing for your mind and body. My experience and focus is on counseling clients who have issues related to: trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol addiction, toxic work environment, domestic abuse, life transitioning due to aging, relationship and women's issues.

It takes great courage to go to counseling because it requires us to be vulnerable. The paradox is that it is precisely through our vulnerability that we arrive at greater joy and belonging to ourselves and to others. Let me start off by saying that counseling can really make a difference in the quality of our lives. With my clinical experience and background, I help people find their true selves and engage life from that deeper place. Things that cause us anxiety and depression are seen with proper perspective and life becomes smoother and more joyful! Hablo espanol!

My clients are adults of all ages working through a wide range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, spiritual disconnection, relationship difficulties, and more. I have a particular interest and additional experience with the LGBTQ population, young adults working to establish their identities, those working through painful grief journeys, and those who are exploring their faith or spirituality. My aim is always to create a space free from judgment where you can explore who you are, who you want to be, and how you can achieve your personal goals!

I have a strong desire to help people become the most authentic version of themselves, and I work to provide a safe and compassionate space for people to explore their strengths and resilience. It is important to me to collaborate with my clients to reach their unique goals, and build a therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect and honesty.

Does life seem especially challenging or difficult to face? We all have those moments, and I am here to help. I began counseling in a crisis center environment and received my Master's in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from UTSW School of Health Professions. Over the last several years, I have partnered with people of all ages (10-85) facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and stressors to physical and emotional health. I have a special interest in helping those facing trauma and navigating life transitions at any stage of life.

Life can throw obstacles at us at the most unforeseen times and invite emotions that are hard to understand. Have you ever felt a wave of emotions? Have you felt misunderstood or trapped inside yourself knowing you wanted change or more for yourself? Parents, do you feel your child needs support emotionally or behaviorally? At HOPE we offer play therapy for children. Through play your child will learn coping skills, social skills, improve self-esteem, and achieve optimal growth. Hope also offers activity therapy for adolescents and talk therapy for teens and adults.

Stephanie Jutras, LCSW received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Religion from Trinity University and her Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington. She is licensed by the State of Texas as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Stephanie believes that each client is the expert on their own life and that her role as a therapist is to build a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with them in order to provide a space where they can safely explore whatever they are struggling with and find the solutions that work best for them.

I am an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) specializing in the treatment of adults struggling with, anxiety disorders, grief, depression, addiction, parenting, relationship stressors and other stressful life events. We all experience the events of life and I offer a helping hand through those events to help you reach your goals.

Are you having a difficult time navigating changes in life that others seem to take in stride? Do you feel stuck in the same patterns that are no longer serving you? Are you struggling to maintain personal or professional relationships? You don't have to figure this out alone! I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which to set goals, identify and process emotions, increase healthy communication skills, deepen insight, expand your sense of self, and affect positive change in your life. Together we will tailor your therapy sessions to fit your individual needs.

Is your past keeping you stuck? Sometimes our traumatic life experiences get in the way of the life we want to lead. Sometimes moving on feels impossible because those painful memories make it difficult to fully connect with ourselves and others . I believe that every person has the ability to heal and discover their full potential. We can work together to identify patterns of relationship struggles, problematic substance use, or other negative behaviors and find a solution. It is never too late and there is always hope.

I work with adults and couples who are going through life transitions. Struggling with anxiety and/or depression, grief, interpersonal relationship issues? I strive to create a safe place that provides compassion, genuineness, and an opportunity for change for each individual.

My passion is working with clients who crave more fulfillment and balance in their personal and professional lives as well as helping couples who feel disconnected, dissatisfied or discouraged. I help individuals and couples learn to be more relational while exploring different ways of navigating challenges by utilizing skills that are practical, accessible, effective and sustainable. It often feels easier to stay stuck than to push ourselves into greater levels of growth and connection. My goal is to help clients overcome "feeling stuck" in order to build closer, more secure relationships and lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Are you finding it difficult to focus or unable to find the motivation to make it through the day? Are you or your children struggling with returning to in-person work or school? If you answered yes to any or all these questions, we are here to help. Our team of skilled practitioners have multiple years’ experience working with individuals and families who have experienced traumas at some level, which has impacted their daily living. Our goal is to help you and your family build resiliency while finding inner strength and healing. Let us walk this journey with you in overcoming obstacles that are holding you back.

Striving to be excellent at all the things has become a lot to carry on your own and with all the "great things" going on in your life, it has become really difficult to admit how overwhelming it can be in your head. Work is stressful, your family and friends don't really understand and well, you're having some imposter syndrome and your spouse or lack there of is another conversation. It's so much. Almost too much. You just want to make sense of it and turn down some of the noise in your head. Maybe find a way to not feel so heavy all the time.

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.

Life is hard. It's full of trials and tribulations, tragedies and miseries. Yet life can also be so much more if we learn to see the beauty in creation and in others. If you're feeling like your eyes are closed to this beauty, you are unable to see it, or that something in your past/present is keeping you 'stuck," then I may be able to help. Therapy is not magic, it does not provide a quick fix. Therapy is hard, but it is worthwhile and good. If you are looking for a guide, a sounding board, a clinician, someone to walk this journey with you, I may just be that person.