Female Therapists in Galveston County, TX
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Living with chronic mental health problems can leave one feeling exhausted, isolated, and hopeless. You feel a need to connect with yourself and others, but the stress of your problems can make connection a challenge. You feel frustrated that the distress is spilling into important areas of your life. You try to overcome by yourself, yet sometimes you need someone else to lean on. Regardless of your unique challenges, you are motivated to build on your strengths to meet your goals. You are ready to take action to move toward the life you deserve to live.
Living with chronic mental health problems can leave one feeling exhausted, isolated, and hopeless. You feel a need to connect with yourself and others, but the stress of your problems can make connection a challenge. You feel frustrated that the distress is spilling into important areas of your life. You try to overcome by yourself, yet sometimes you need someone else to lean on. Regardless of your unique challenges, you are motivated to build on your strengths to meet your goals. You are ready to take action to move toward the life you deserve to live.
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Carissa Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573 (Online Only)
I am a dedicated professional counselor that believes everyone can find hope for their future and make achievable goals. My empathy and relatability help me to connect with individuals that have the desire to make positive changes in their life. I feel it is important to take a team approach with my clients in order to find solutions so that they can cope better. If you would like to see positive changes in your life and are ready to learn how to make those changes, I am the counselor for you.
I am a dedicated professional counselor that believes everyone can find hope for their future and make achievable goals. My empathy and relatability help me to connect with individuals that have the desire to make positive changes in their life. I feel it is important to take a team approach with my clients in order to find solutions so that they can cope better. If you would like to see positive changes in your life and are ready to learn how to make those changes, I am the counselor for you.
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Rachael Edelman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
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
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
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Britanie Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She holds a Master's in Social Work and is certified by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Her academic background, coupled with extensive hands-on experience, equips her to address a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. Britanie always strives to build rapport by meeting people where they are. She believes this is very important with working with clients, especially those who are new to therapy.
Britanie Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She holds a Master's in Social Work and is certified by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Her academic background, coupled with extensive hands-on experience, equips her to address a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. Britanie always strives to build rapport by meeting people where they are. She believes this is very important with working with clients, especially those who are new to therapy.
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EMDR Therapy With Corinna Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CART, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
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Kimberly Jane Tope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CART
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
Are you in need of a more satisfying life? Perhaps you feel like there is no way out of your situation. Do you need freedom from symptoms like anxiety, panic, depression and up-and-down moods? These can impact your relationships, work, school, sobriety, self-worth and your overall life experience. You may be dealing with issues with your identity as LGBTQIA+. You would like a strong sense of self and pride in who you are yet you are met with challenges. Perhaps your difficult experience is anger and rage and this has affected your relationships and communication. Perhaps you find it difficult to remain sober.
Are you in need of a more satisfying life? Perhaps you feel like there is no way out of your situation. Do you need freedom from symptoms like anxiety, panic, depression and up-and-down moods? These can impact your relationships, work, school, sobriety, self-worth and your overall life experience. You may be dealing with issues with your identity as LGBTQIA+. You would like a strong sense of self and pride in who you are yet you are met with challenges. Perhaps your difficult experience is anger and rage and this has affected your relationships and communication. Perhaps you find it difficult to remain sober.
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I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
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Adolescence is a fascinating and complex time of rapid growth and change. During this transition, life can sometimes be overwhelming and present new challenges. For over 17 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field working with young children and adolescents with a variety of issues. My person-centered approach to counseling integrates a variety of counseling modalities and techniques. Working in a collaborative partnership with parents, my goal is to empower youth and children to discover their inner strengths, build on personal successes and utilize healthy decision-making skills to navigate their life path.
Adolescence is a fascinating and complex time of rapid growth and change. During this transition, life can sometimes be overwhelming and present new challenges. For over 17 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field working with young children and adolescents with a variety of issues. My person-centered approach to counseling integrates a variety of counseling modalities and techniques. Working in a collaborative partnership with parents, my goal is to empower youth and children to discover their inner strengths, build on personal successes and utilize healthy decision-making skills to navigate their life path.
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Patricia Goodman, B'Good Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
I work effectively with clients ranging from adolescents to senior adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, work-life balance, and trauma. My professional background spans both school settings and the private sector. I am deeply passionate about mental health, believing that while we may not always find the answers we seek, we can achieve peace through gaining clarity. I look forward to speaking with you!
I work effectively with clients ranging from adolescents to senior adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, work-life balance, and trauma. My professional background spans both school settings and the private sector. I am deeply passionate about mental health, believing that while we may not always find the answers we seek, we can achieve peace through gaining clarity. I look forward to speaking with you!
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DLK Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Deborah and I believe that we all go through ups and downs and difficulties in life. Reaching out for help, I feel, is the bravest step that anyone can take in dealing with challenges that they are trying to overcome. Life is a journey and we often encounter bumps in the road. This can be within ourselves or with others. I work WITH you, right by your side, to help you navigate solutions. In essence, most of us want t have o make the pieces of the puzzle of our lives fit. Your goals are important to me and we will work towards achieving those goals. I look forward to meeting with you.
Hi, my name is Deborah and I believe that we all go through ups and downs and difficulties in life. Reaching out for help, I feel, is the bravest step that anyone can take in dealing with challenges that they are trying to overcome. Life is a journey and we often encounter bumps in the road. This can be within ourselves or with others. I work WITH you, right by your side, to help you navigate solutions. In essence, most of us want t have o make the pieces of the puzzle of our lives fit. Your goals are important to me and we will work towards achieving those goals. I look forward to meeting with you.
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Cynthia Pratt Pena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MSW, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
Is it difficult to manage your distress, anxiety and other intense emotions? Are you reading self-help and mental health Facebook/Instagram posts that you identify with? Don't know where to go from there? Therapy can help. Having someone support and guide you in understanding how you respond to the pressures of life, can have a tremendous relief in your stress, anxiety or how you feel and think about yourself. Relief and growth comes from learning what served you in the past is no longer working for you in the present. Together we can begin this journey and help you make changes to get to where you want to be.
Is it difficult to manage your distress, anxiety and other intense emotions? Are you reading self-help and mental health Facebook/Instagram posts that you identify with? Don't know where to go from there? Therapy can help. Having someone support and guide you in understanding how you respond to the pressures of life, can have a tremendous relief in your stress, anxiety or how you feel and think about yourself. Relief and growth comes from learning what served you in the past is no longer working for you in the present. Together we can begin this journey and help you make changes to get to where you want to be.
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Fatima Mohiuddin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546 (Online Only)
I support individuals that would like to reclaim their lives, I specialize in setting boundaries, restoring self-esteem, and building communication skills. Whether you need someone to share your inner thoughts with, are adjusting to change or struggling with life's challenges, reaching out for support can be daunting. My goal is to provide a safe and confidential space allowing for vulnerability without judgement. Each client is the expert on their story. By utilizing a collaborative therapeutic approach and building a trusting relationship, I strive to provide those I work with the tools needed as they navigate through life.
I support individuals that would like to reclaim their lives, I specialize in setting boundaries, restoring self-esteem, and building communication skills. Whether you need someone to share your inner thoughts with, are adjusting to change or struggling with life's challenges, reaching out for support can be daunting. My goal is to provide a safe and confidential space allowing for vulnerability without judgement. Each client is the expert on their story. By utilizing a collaborative therapeutic approach and building a trusting relationship, I strive to provide those I work with the tools needed as they navigate through life.
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Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings that results in feeling anxious or sad? Do you feel unheard or misunderstood? I love to help individuals who are serious about their healing journey and ready to take the next step. Let's get your power back that resides inside of you to establish a sense of happiness, fulfillment, self-worth, self-love, and wholeness utilizing a holistic approach. have worked working with victims of sexual assault, women recovering from addiction, children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I believe in focusing on the whole body for long-lasting results. Email is best to contact me!
Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings that results in feeling anxious or sad? Do you feel unheard or misunderstood? I love to help individuals who are serious about their healing journey and ready to take the next step. Let's get your power back that resides inside of you to establish a sense of happiness, fulfillment, self-worth, self-love, and wholeness utilizing a holistic approach. have worked working with victims of sexual assault, women recovering from addiction, children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I believe in focusing on the whole body for long-lasting results. Email is best to contact me!
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I Choose Me, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCATP, CMC-1
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573
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You made it! You made it here to finally do what you need to do for yourself. You may not even be sure what it is you need. Guess what, that’s ok. We are here to help. You are choosing you and it’s not selfish, it’s necessary. Anxiety, depression, childhood problems disrupting adulthood, troubles in relationships, stress at work, on and on. Rather it’s one of the above or all, we are ready to partner with you on your journey. We know that relationships will change as we change. This, at times, can cause our love to feel strained. Let us assist in clarifying and expressing love in healthy ways.
You made it! You made it here to finally do what you need to do for yourself. You may not even be sure what it is you need. Guess what, that’s ok. We are here to help. You are choosing you and it’s not selfish, it’s necessary. Anxiety, depression, childhood problems disrupting adulthood, troubles in relationships, stress at work, on and on. Rather it’s one of the above or all, we are ready to partner with you on your journey. We know that relationships will change as we change. This, at times, can cause our love to feel strained. Let us assist in clarifying and expressing love in healthy ways.
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The Space Between Psychotherapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LCP-TX, LCPC-MD, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77551
Have you been experiencing difficulties with relationships in your life. Are patterns of discomfort in your own skin causing all types of problems including anxiety and depression for you. If so, you know all too well the need to cope, but may struggle finding a way. Do you feel less as a person? Do you feel the stigma of stress prevents you from having a full and thriving life with others because you should be able to handle it. Living with emotional pain and gaining the balance of wellbeing can be hard. Science now understands the body and the mind are connected. The Space Between helps reconnect them for relief.
Have you been experiencing difficulties with relationships in your life. Are patterns of discomfort in your own skin causing all types of problems including anxiety and depression for you. If so, you know all too well the need to cope, but may struggle finding a way. Do you feel less as a person? Do you feel the stigma of stress prevents you from having a full and thriving life with others because you should be able to handle it. Living with emotional pain and gaining the balance of wellbeing can be hard. Science now understands the body and the mind are connected. The Space Between helps reconnect them for relief.
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Valeria Morado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539 (Online Only)
My name is Valeria Morado. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I have 5 years of experience providing mental health services to various populations, including youth and adults with anxiety, depression, substance use, and family conflict. I utilize a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe I am empathetic and client-centered, which significantly helps my clients in their journey to wellness.
My name is Valeria Morado. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I have 5 years of experience providing mental health services to various populations, including youth and adults with anxiety, depression, substance use, and family conflict. I utilize a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe I am empathetic and client-centered, which significantly helps my clients in their journey to wellness.
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Thomala Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, MA, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77554 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a National Certified Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, and couples and from diverse cultures in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, parental guidance, and emotional awareness.
Hello! I am a National Certified Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, and couples and from diverse cultures in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, parental guidance, and emotional awareness.
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Rose Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dickinson, TX 77539
If you've been feeling down and unsure of where to turn, and you want to regain some control over your emotions, I can help. Now is the time to take that step towards healing. As a teenager or adult, life can be challenging, and you may be going through transitional periods that are filled with anxiety and stress. You don't have to face these challenges alone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. No matter how overwhelming your situation may seem, starting therapy for personal growth and wellness will bring brightness to your future.
If you've been feeling down and unsure of where to turn, and you want to regain some control over your emotions, I can help. Now is the time to take that step towards healing. As a teenager or adult, life can be challenging, and you may be going through transitional periods that are filled with anxiety and stress. You don't have to face these challenges alone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. No matter how overwhelming your situation may seem, starting therapy for personal growth and wellness will bring brightness to your future.
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Agnes Kelley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77551 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently working with Transitional Life Counseling and Consultation. I specialize in helping individuals and their families transition through life changes aiding them in discovering and achieving their goals whether that is out of depression, marital discord, grief, chemical dependency or adjustment to a new life role.. I am also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and have worked with that population for 25+ years.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently working with Transitional Life Counseling and Consultation. I specialize in helping individuals and their families transition through life changes aiding them in discovering and achieving their goals whether that is out of depression, marital discord, grief, chemical dependency or adjustment to a new life role.. I am also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and have worked with that population for 25+ years.
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The issues, needs, and goals of each person are multifaceted and complex, stemming from a variety of factors. At the core, they are seeking to address deep-seated challenges and unmet desires that have long plagued them. On the societal level, they may be grappling with systemic inequities, discrimination, or lack of access to essential resources. Economically, they may be struggling with poverty, unemployment, or financial instability. On a personal level, they could be dealing with trauma and mental health struggles, all of which shape their core goals of healing, empowerment, and finding meaning and purpose.
The issues, needs, and goals of each person are multifaceted and complex, stemming from a variety of factors. At the core, they are seeking to address deep-seated challenges and unmet desires that have long plagued them. On the societal level, they may be grappling with systemic inequities, discrimination, or lack of access to essential resources. Economically, they may be struggling with poverty, unemployment, or financial instability. On a personal level, they could be dealing with trauma and mental health struggles, all of which shape their core goals of healing, empowerment, and finding meaning and purpose.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.