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I have more than twenty five years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics in individual, marital, family, and groups in the field of counseling health services. My experience includes consulting in inpatient psychiatric and hospitals, medical/surgical hospitals, nursing homes, pain management clinics, and private practice. I also specialize in career testing and counseling for high school students, college students, and in career transition for adults. I have served as a psychologist and director of a Christian counseling center for eight years and as a psychologist and manager for the employee assistance program for Methodist Hospitals of Dallas.
I have more than twenty five years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics in individual, marital, family, and groups in the field of counseling health services. My experience includes consulting in inpatient psychiatric and hospitals, medical/surgical hospitals, nursing homes, pain management clinics, and private practice. I also specialize in career testing and counseling for high school students, college students, and in career transition for adults. I have served as a psychologist and director of a Christian counseling center for eight years and as a psychologist and manager for the employee assistance program for Methodist Hospitals of Dallas.
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Emily Mayhew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75089
I am trained in Emotional Freedom Technique & EMDR which help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, & aid in pain management.
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
I am trained in Emotional Freedom Technique & EMDR which help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, & aid in pain management.
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
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Katherine Pang
Psychologist, PhD, JD, MBA, ThM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heath, TX 75032 (Online Only)
I am here to come along side you as you journey forward to move through the challenges, difficulties, pain, obstacles, and other events and people in your life from a person-centered, solution-focused approach to help you find peace, comfort, and relief.
I work with individuals, couples, and families and use cognitive behavioral techniques and strategies to address a variety of mental health issues. My emphasis is on transformative change and equipping each one of my client's with the skills to overcome the complexities of life's challenges and find ways to successfully navigate emotional and mental pain in the process of healing. I approach each client uniquely so as to develop a treatment plan and goals that are specific to your needs and concerns.
I am here to come along side you as you journey forward to move through the challenges, difficulties, pain, obstacles, and other events and people in your life from a person-centered, solution-focused approach to help you find peace, comfort, and relief.
I work with individuals, couples, and families and use cognitive behavioral techniques and strategies to address a variety of mental health issues. My emphasis is on transformative change and equipping each one of my client's with the skills to overcome the complexities of life's challenges and find ways to successfully navigate emotional and mental pain in the process of healing. I approach each client uniquely so as to develop a treatment plan and goals that are specific to your needs and concerns.
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My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
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Audra Joy Funk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
It brings me joy, day after day, to see my clients heal from lifelong pain, and find confidence that seemed unimaginable before Brainspotting.
Do you feel stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, afraid, or angry? Of course, we all feel strong emotions at times. Some of us are frozen by these emotions, have panic attacks, depression, rage, or fears that affect every aspect of our lives. Others describe having a “mental block” that interferes with achieving goals, or performance enhancement. Maybe you've been to counseling and don’t feel like it helped or worked for you. I specialize in working with clients that have tried counseling and given up, feel hopeless, helpless, and desperate for someone to meet them where they are and guide them to the best version of themselves!
It brings me joy, day after day, to see my clients heal from lifelong pain, and find confidence that seemed unimaginable before Brainspotting.
Do you feel stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, afraid, or angry? Of course, we all feel strong emotions at times. Some of us are frozen by these emotions, have panic attacks, depression, rage, or fears that affect every aspect of our lives. Others describe having a “mental block” that interferes with achieving goals, or performance enhancement. Maybe you've been to counseling and don’t feel like it helped or worked for you. I specialize in working with clients that have tried counseling and given up, feel hopeless, helpless, and desperate for someone to meet them where they are and guide them to the best version of themselves!
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Our therapists work with mental health disorders including depression and anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, caregiver stress, grief, trauma, domestic violence, stressful life events, relationship issues, abuse and neglect, parenting/family issues and many more.
Our group has the perfect therapist for you. With more than 40 therapists, each one has treatment areas as well as therapeutic approaches and strategies that make them unique. We offer individual, family, couples, and group therapy for children as young as 3, preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Our therapists are all passionate about helping those who are struggling with life's up and downs and committed to finding the treatment strategies you need. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments both in-person and via telehealth.
Our therapists work with mental health disorders including depression and anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, caregiver stress, grief, trauma, domestic violence, stressful life events, relationship issues, abuse and neglect, parenting/family issues and many more.
Our group has the perfect therapist for you. With more than 40 therapists, each one has treatment areas as well as therapeutic approaches and strategies that make them unique. We offer individual, family, couples, and group therapy for children as young as 3, preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Our therapists are all passionate about helping those who are struggling with life's up and downs and committed to finding the treatment strategies you need. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments both in-person and via telehealth.
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Stacye Corley-Norlin, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
Sometimes, thoughts and emotions overwhelm us to the point we feel paralyzed or powerless to effect change for ourselves. Maybe you have experienced a loss or trauma & find you are struggling to heal & move forward. Perhaps, it is your teenager or your marriage that is hurting and you just aren't sure how to help. You might just be looking for clarity or direction on your journey through life. Whatever you are facing, let's work together to make those challenges become purposeful experiences.
Sometimes, thoughts and emotions overwhelm us to the point we feel paralyzed or powerless to effect change for ourselves. Maybe you have experienced a loss or trauma & find you are struggling to heal & move forward. Perhaps, it is your teenager or your marriage that is hurting and you just aren't sure how to help. You might just be looking for clarity or direction on your journey through life. Whatever you are facing, let's work together to make those challenges become purposeful experiences.
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Gerald Villarreal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032 (Online Only)
Navigating the journey of seeking help may feel daunting with questions like: How do I choose the right therapist? Do I truly need therapy? What can I expect from the process? It's common to share these concerns. Drawing from life experience and collaboration with others, I firmly believe that confronting life's challenges can lead to valuable growth. Every experience, even the painful ones, offers an opportunity for learning and transformation. As a counselor, I strive to create a collaborative, comfortable space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings with support and insight.
Navigating the journey of seeking help may feel daunting with questions like: How do I choose the right therapist? Do I truly need therapy? What can I expect from the process? It's common to share these concerns. Drawing from life experience and collaboration with others, I firmly believe that confronting life's challenges can lead to valuable growth. Every experience, even the painful ones, offers an opportunity for learning and transformation. As a counselor, I strive to create a collaborative, comfortable space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings with support and insight.
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We are committed to providing you with solution-focused techniques to allow you to move forward into a healthier mental lifestyle and develop ways to overcome your concerns and challenges. Offices in Rockwall and by telehealth.
We are committed to providing you with solution-focused techniques to allow you to move forward into a healthier mental lifestyle and develop ways to overcome your concerns and challenges. Offices in Rockwall and by telehealth.
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Michelle Denise Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MMFT, HSCCRT, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
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The therapist's response is to come alongside the client to provide professional and competent care.Counseling is most helpful when there is a relationship between client and therapist that is honest, empathic, and committed; and provides awareness and personal growth. I believe the therapist and the therapeutic relationship serves as a mirror to the client whereby the client can view his/her reflection in a setting of acceptance, affirmation, change, and hopefully - healing. The client's journey to wholeness and healing is personal and self-directed and the therapist joins only by invitation of the client.
The therapist's response is to come alongside the client to provide professional and competent care.Counseling is most helpful when there is a relationship between client and therapist that is honest, empathic, and committed; and provides awareness and personal growth. I believe the therapist and the therapeutic relationship serves as a mirror to the client whereby the client can view his/her reflection in a setting of acceptance, affirmation, change, and hopefully - healing. The client's journey to wholeness and healing is personal and self-directed and the therapist joins only by invitation of the client.
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Donna Rial-Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, MEd, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032
Dr. Rial-Baker is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Doctor of Ministry. She is a practical, interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional, spiritual, and alternative approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with clients to help them to build upon their strengths to bring life and blessings into all that they experience.
Dr. Rial-Baker is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Doctor of Ministry. She is a practical, interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional, spiritual, and alternative approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with clients to help them to build upon their strengths to bring life and blessings into all that they experience.
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Melitta (Basa) Hirsch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Heath, TX 75032
Healing Beyond the Surface. Healing Beyond your Circumstances. Our mission, at Honestly Healing, is to focus on providing optimal functioning and performance, as well as elevated and positive results in all aspects of your life. My practice focuses on the newest sciences, theories, and evidenced based-approaches. I am currently accepting new applicants for Concierge Therapy Services. Additionally, I provide Telehealth Therapy Services, Supervision for LPC-Associates, and Clinical Consultation Services for Mental Health and Addiction Facilities.
Healing Beyond the Surface. Healing Beyond your Circumstances. Our mission, at Honestly Healing, is to focus on providing optimal functioning and performance, as well as elevated and positive results in all aspects of your life. My practice focuses on the newest sciences, theories, and evidenced based-approaches. I am currently accepting new applicants for Concierge Therapy Services. Additionally, I provide Telehealth Therapy Services, Supervision for LPC-Associates, and Clinical Consultation Services for Mental Health and Addiction Facilities.
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Dr. Dawn Rachel Floran
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MBA, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
Choosing the right therapist is a significant decision. So, what sets me apart? My approach is hands-on and assertive. Drawing from my rigorous military background, I've served with distinction as a Behavioral Health Specialist in the US Army and the US Army National Guard. This unique experience has exposed me to individuals from all walks of life, and from every branch of service. Beyond the military, my diverse career has spanned from entrepreneurship to legal IT and services. This rich tapestry of experiences ensures that I approach every individual with an open heart and mind. With me, judgment is left at the door. Nothing you
Choosing the right therapist is a significant decision. So, what sets me apart? My approach is hands-on and assertive. Drawing from my rigorous military background, I've served with distinction as a Behavioral Health Specialist in the US Army and the US Army National Guard. This unique experience has exposed me to individuals from all walks of life, and from every branch of service. Beyond the military, my diverse career has spanned from entrepreneurship to legal IT and services. This rich tapestry of experiences ensures that I approach every individual with an open heart and mind. With me, judgment is left at the door. Nothing you
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
Online Therapists
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If you're reading this, you are more than likely experiencing some pain and suffering. You may feel lost and hopeless. This pain can become unbearable, especially when we walk through it alone. When we suffer, we often desire the presence of someone not affected by that pain to come alongside us and hear our cries. To sit with us in the emotions and understand us on a deeper level. With my clients, I work hard to be this presence. To form a safe space to feel your emotions, to be heard, and be accepted. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can begin to understand your process and how to best ride the wave of your emotion.
If you're reading this, you are more than likely experiencing some pain and suffering. You may feel lost and hopeless. This pain can become unbearable, especially when we walk through it alone. When we suffer, we often desire the presence of someone not affected by that pain to come alongside us and hear our cries. To sit with us in the emotions and understand us on a deeper level. With my clients, I work hard to be this presence. To form a safe space to feel your emotions, to be heard, and be accepted. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can begin to understand your process and how to best ride the wave of your emotion.
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(chronic illness, chronic pain, grief/loss).
In everyone’s life there comes a time when struggles seem overwhelming. During times like these, it takes a strong person to ask for help. If you are reading this, chances are you are at that point, and I commend you for that inner strength that is looking for resolution. I’d like to help you find that resolution. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have extensive training and experience in helping children, adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and stress, depression and mood disorders, and health-related issues
(chronic illness, chronic pain, grief/loss).
In everyone’s life there comes a time when struggles seem overwhelming. During times like these, it takes a strong person to ask for help. If you are reading this, chances are you are at that point, and I commend you for that inner strength that is looking for resolution. I’d like to help you find that resolution. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have extensive training and experience in helping children, adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and stress, depression and mood disorders, and health-related issues
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I have specialized in mood disorders and chronic illness, adjustment to disability issues and provide career and vocational exploration and direction for many.
If you are having trouble dealing with relationship issues, or need a little help defining your direction in life, or balancing the seemingly overwhelming and endless daily stressors that lead to depression and anxiety, then I am the right person for you.
I have specialized in mood disorders and chronic illness, adjustment to disability issues and provide career and vocational exploration and direction for many.
If you are having trouble dealing with relationship issues, or need a little help defining your direction in life, or balancing the seemingly overwhelming and endless daily stressors that lead to depression and anxiety, then I am the right person for you.
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Barbara A Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherman, TX 75092
Are you an individual that needs to prioritize your mental health and well-being? Daily challenges, stress, chronic pain, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and the unique struggles that come with aging can be overwhelming. Come share with me a safe and empathetic space to express your thoughts and feelings as I guide and support you towards emotional (the ability to cope with and manage emotions) and mental (the ability to think clearly and make good decisions) healing. My goal is to help you navigate life's complexities, foster personal growth, and encourage self-care reaching the goals you set and the positive results you desire.
Are you an individual that needs to prioritize your mental health and well-being? Daily challenges, stress, chronic pain, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and the unique struggles that come with aging can be overwhelming. Come share with me a safe and empathetic space to express your thoughts and feelings as I guide and support you towards emotional (the ability to cope with and manage emotions) and mental (the ability to think clearly and make good decisions) healing. My goal is to help you navigate life's complexities, foster personal growth, and encourage self-care reaching the goals you set and the positive results you desire.
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Mindful Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denton, TX 76205
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out with no end in sight? We see you. We see you struggling to get out of bed. We see you wondering what the point of it all is. We see the depth of your pain. How? Because WE are human too. And because we work WITH humans every day. Every day, we see the pain, the struggle, the difficulty. You are so not alone in this.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out with no end in sight? We see you. We see you struggling to get out of bed. We see you wondering what the point of it all is. We see the depth of your pain. How? Because WE are human too. And because we work WITH humans every day. Every day, we see the pain, the struggle, the difficulty. You are so not alone in this.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.