Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Friendswood, TX

Hi I am Anita. Are you ready to talk with someone who can help you problem solve? I have 20+ years of experience and am skilled in helping people put the pieces of the puzzle together to gain more insight and recognize patterns that contribute to feeling stuck or helpless. Have you been feeling disconnected, or stressed, had trouble sleeping, or noticed difficulty keeping up with your routine? Whether these issues have started recently, or have plagued you for years, I am here to help.

“Everyone is going through something and that shapes who they are.” I take the time to understand my clients through compassion. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.

Brittney Stokes has a decade of experience working with adults navigating the highs and lows of life. Life has a funny way of forcing you into yourself. The multitude of hardships we as humans face can weigh on us; sometimes it challenges the best and worst of us. Whatever circumstance you may be in no matter how big or small you may think it is; if you find yourself considering needing a professional to talk things over with... Follow that intuitive thought.

Feeling stuck, down, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you find yourself dreading interacting with family? And no matter what you just aren't finding a way to cope on your own? Let me walk with you and provide some tools to make things a little easier.

Do you feel like your life lacks purpose or balance? Are you struggling with direction or motivation? Self-esteem and confidence feel at an all-time low? Struggling with accepting yourself? I see you. I help men, women, and nonbinary people work through their cognitive distortions to change their mindset and the way they speak to themselves. I believe in expanding an individual's unique strengths to achieve change and find a balance. I seek to empower my clients by using multifaceted methods and a whole-self approach.

You were not put here on this earth to suffer. You deserve to live your life with happiness and peace of mind. Mental illness and addiction can rob anyone of these precious gifts. When you turn to family and friends for support, often they don't know what to say or how to help. You can end up feeling very alone in the world. No one wants to develop mental illness or addictions. You didn't do anything wrong. Feeling emotionally numb, mentally overwhelmed, or having thoughts like "I just don't want to be on this earth anymore" are not things that people willingly choose for themselves. They are illnesses.

For me, the opportunity to help others has always been a personal passion and I believe that every person deserves to be heard and seen. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in enjoy working with individuals dealing with chronic pain/illness, adjustment issues, and caregiver burnout. My approach is tailored to each individual's needs and experiences, regardless of their age or background. I use a combination of Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Expressive Arts to help my clients achieve their goals, among a variety of other therapeutic evidence based techniques.

Hello. I'm Barbara Kirkman. I graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. I have been practicing for 40 years and I now live in Texas. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. My first job was as an inpatient chemical dependency counselor. I have worked with clients from the age of for to the age of 94 in an inpatient setting and a one on one setting.

I am a licensed therapist with 19 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, adjustment difficulty, identity development, trauma, suicidal/self-harm behaviors, relationship issues, religious and spirituality-related issues, aging, chronic pain, grief and loss, and major life transitions.

I have dedicated my life to working with individuals who experience trauma and seek profound change. Life can be filled with many challenges and obstacles along the way. "Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them makes life meaningful. "-Joshua J Marine. The goal is to empower clients to break barriers and create a purposeful life through Growth, Healing, and Self-reliance. Each individual has a past that tells a valuable story. "You are the storyteller of your own life and can create your own legend, or not"- Isabel Allende . Using evidence-based therapy practices to further influence change in those I encounter.

The world sometimes makes it seem that pregnancy and parenting are meant to be filled with pure joy. Yet, what if our experience does not match the vision we had for motherhood? Bringing life into this world and watching our children grow can be the most beautiful journey any person can pursue. At the same time, intrusive thoughts are real. Birth trauma is real. Navigating conflict with partners and family is real. Anxiety, depression, or simply struggling to find joy in pregnancy and motherhood is real.

Dr. Ranton has experience in university counseling centers, community mental health, and neuropsychology clinics, serving adult clients with a variety of mental health concerns. Additionally, Dr. Ranton has specialized training in psychological assessments, trauma focused therapy, interpersonal relationships, and couples therapy using the Gottman Method.

Please note: I am providing telehealth only at this time. Say no and mean it! Learn to believe in yourself! Our own thoughts/beliefs can cause us to feel ineffective or incapable. Struggling with anxiety, anger or family of origin difficulties(controlling or distant parents), low self esteem/self worth and toxic family systems can affect our ability to see ourselves realistically or be self critical. This can negatively affect our mood. You can learn to control anxiety and thoughts with techniques, practice, changing your self talk and addressing beliefs about yourself.

We have interactions with others, and with ourselves (internally) everyday. When there is a lack of connection on any level we can become distressed or any number of things. From discouraged to depressed or anxious or just withdrawn. I love working with clients who are seeking to find a balanced and healthy daily interaction within themselves and hopefully with others. It is my heartfelt belief that we are all unique and created to connect with those around us on a level that both brings peace for ourselves and gives back to others in our relationships.

Life can be overwhelming, challenging, and exhausting. You know you don't want things to stay the same, but are not sure where to start. It can be frustrating to feel like you're doing your best and still be stuck, so a fresh perspective might be exactly what you need. Whether it is dealing with life changes and transitions, a new ADHD diagnosis, or relationship struggles, I think everyone can benefit from therapy. Where else can you express yourself without reservation and without feeling judged? Friends and family are great, but therapy is better than venting - you can process things and work towards having the life you deserve.

After completing my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology at The University of Texas at Dallas, I began work as a case manager in mental health. I married into the military and moved to various states while pursuing my Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. Throughout my education, I was provided the opportunity to study and practice many approaches to be able to provide the most effective treatment that meets the needs of my clients. With my clinical experience I have had the opportunity to work with adolescents and adults with various life experiences and problems.

My therapeutic style involves helping you to arrive at insight, strategies, and tools that you can begin using immediately to make positive change in your life. I want to be able to create a safe place for you where you do not feel judged. I want you to be able to share your concerns and thoughts openly and freely with me. I love to provide you with concrete tools wherever possible and help you to have a plan for the following days before our next session, if that is the pace you would like to move at Most importantly, we are going to make sure we are making progress on goals that you have for yourself. I will be there to guide you

Life is hard, and sometimes we need help to get us through those challenging times. By reaching out and asking for help, you are showing incredible strength and bravery, and I would be honored to help you through this journey. Together, wherever you are on your journey, we will walk through your life’s challenges to help you build emotional resilience and coping skills in the areas you need as well as find healing. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Professional School Counselor and hold a Masters in Counseling & Development from Lamar University.

Achieve your highest potential! Create the life you want to live! Release tension, alleviate suffering, heal relationships, calm stress, enhance creativity, improve performance. As a clinical therapist in psychology, I am dedicated to guiding you through growth and change. As an artist I embrace creativity, which encourages you to approach your transformation with a fresh perspective, switching from negative thinking and limiting beliefs to positive thinking and highly effective beliefs. Through my yoga practice I continue to develop an understanding of mind-body-spirit connection.