Adoption Therapists in Garland, TX

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Lauren Butcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75042
I see clients with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood dysregulation, ADHD, abuse (narcissistic, sexual, emotional, spiritual, childhood), family conflict, grief/loss, disconnection, family separation, adoption (adoptees, birth & ado parents), and EMDR, which is a proven effective therapy with long-lasting results.
Are you looking for a down to earth therapist that’s able to help you navigate life’s challenges? With 17+ years of experience, I have helped clients from all walks of life through their darkest moments and emerge stronger and more resilient. I believe in the power of collaborative therapy and tailer my approach to the needs of each client. Many clients come feeling burnt out from negative experiences or ineffective therapy in the past and often achieve significant relief from symptoms within a brief amount of time. Whether you are facing adversity or seeking personal growth, I will walk with you and support you through it.
I see clients with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood dysregulation, ADHD, abuse (narcissistic, sexual, emotional, spiritual, childhood), family conflict, grief/loss, disconnection, family separation, adoption (adoptees, birth & ado parents), and EMDR, which is a proven effective therapy with long-lasting results.
Are you looking for a down to earth therapist that’s able to help you navigate life’s challenges? With 17+ years of experience, I have helped clients from all walks of life through their darkest moments and emerge stronger and more resilient. I believe in the power of collaborative therapy and tailer my approach to the needs of each client. Many clients come feeling burnt out from negative experiences or ineffective therapy in the past and often achieve significant relief from symptoms within a brief amount of time. Whether you are facing adversity or seeking personal growth, I will walk with you and support you through it.
(972) 975-9921 View (972) 975-9921
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Lukas Sean Snear
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75043
Life can be challenging, and everyone faces difficult times. My ideal client is someone who is struggling with a sense of feeling lost or stuck in their life. They may be grappling with life's circumstances or trying to find their place in the world. My approach is rooted in existentialism, which means I focus on helping clients find meaning and purpose in their lives. I believe that every individual has the capacity to tap into their own inner strength and resources to overcome challenges and create a more fulfilling life.
Life can be challenging, and everyone faces difficult times. My ideal client is someone who is struggling with a sense of feeling lost or stuck in their life. They may be grappling with life's circumstances or trying to find their place in the world. My approach is rooted in existentialism, which means I focus on helping clients find meaning and purpose in their lives. I believe that every individual has the capacity to tap into their own inner strength and resources to overcome challenges and create a more fulfilling life.
(817) 859-8241 View (817) 859-8241
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Rebecca Phipps
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75042
My name is Rebecca Phipps, I am a licensed, professional, counselor, certified partner specialist, and an EMDR-trained therapist. I am an evidence-based, solution-focused therapist. I use interactive, educational, and practical skill-based approaches that empower clients to achieve their goals. I have extensive background counseling in, diverse populations of individuals, couples, and families.
My name is Rebecca Phipps, I am a licensed, professional, counselor, certified partner specialist, and an EMDR-trained therapist. I am an evidence-based, solution-focused therapist. I use interactive, educational, and practical skill-based approaches that empower clients to achieve their goals. I have extensive background counseling in, diverse populations of individuals, couples, and families.
(469) 874-0729 View (469) 874-0729
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Blythe Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75044  (Online Only)
My passion is working with black women to help them to embrace and value themselves, and navigate life’s transitions & adversities. I work with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, self-worth/self-esteem, grief/loss, trauma, co-dependency, maternal mental health, co-parenting, & a host of other issues. I love to help my clients find their voice, set boundaries with themselves & others, & learn to love themselves holistically!
My passion is working with black women to help them to embrace and value themselves, and navigate life’s transitions & adversities. I work with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, self-worth/self-esteem, grief/loss, trauma, co-dependency, maternal mental health, co-parenting, & a host of other issues. I love to help my clients find their voice, set boundaries with themselves & others, & learn to love themselves holistically!
(469) 414-0661 View (469) 414-0661
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Cle'tse Searle
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75043
Each day you hoped for change, waited for a breakthrough, or some reassurance, letting you know “I got this.” You want to move forward, but are feeling stuck. You are ready to try something new to quiet the inner chaos that has consumed you and a desire for peace brought you here.
Each day you hoped for change, waited for a breakthrough, or some reassurance, letting you know “I got this.” You want to move forward, but are feeling stuck. You are ready to try something new to quiet the inner chaos that has consumed you and a desire for peace brought you here.
(972) 449-9628 View (972) 449-9628
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Janelle Nash White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75043  (Online Only)
This is YOUR counseling. Let's get to work together! I want to become an expert on you personally. My goal is to guide you to become the best version of yourself in your opinion. I graduated from Texas A&M -Commerce in December of 2014 with a master's degree in counseling. I am trained in family counseling, and nontraditional families(LGBTQ and poly) counseling. I love helping people that have a difficult time finding counseling and understanding their non traditional lifestyle. Counseling is a way to feel seen and heard. Everyone can benefit from it.
This is YOUR counseling. Let's get to work together! I want to become an expert on you personally. My goal is to guide you to become the best version of yourself in your opinion. I graduated from Texas A&M -Commerce in December of 2014 with a master's degree in counseling. I am trained in family counseling, and nontraditional families(LGBTQ and poly) counseling. I love helping people that have a difficult time finding counseling and understanding their non traditional lifestyle. Counseling is a way to feel seen and heard. Everyone can benefit from it.
(469) 564-5221 View (469) 564-5221
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Stan McWhirter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75043
Currently taking Aetna, BCBSTX, and Medicare. I offer phone, video Telehealth, and in person appointments. Change is hard work, but the power to change our lives is within all of us. The first step is realizing that things can and should be better. The second step is understanding that YOU HAVE THE POWER to start the process toward improvement. I see my role as being your guide, coach, and cheerleader . I want to help you understand where you are, how you got there, and then chart a course toward where you'd like to be. If you're ready to take control and start the journey toward a better future, I'm here to help.
Currently taking Aetna, BCBSTX, and Medicare. I offer phone, video Telehealth, and in person appointments. Change is hard work, but the power to change our lives is within all of us. The first step is realizing that things can and should be better. The second step is understanding that YOU HAVE THE POWER to start the process toward improvement. I see my role as being your guide, coach, and cheerleader . I want to help you understand where you are, how you got there, and then chart a course toward where you'd like to be. If you're ready to take control and start the journey toward a better future, I'm here to help.
(214) 960-2984 View (214) 960-2984
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Sabah Ali
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75041
My name is Sabah Ali. I am a licensed professional counselor and have been practicing therapy since 2014. I have high levels of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly facing Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Stress, and Bipolar Disorder. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Supportive Therapy. I genuinely believe that the obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings.
My name is Sabah Ali. I am a licensed professional counselor and have been practicing therapy since 2014. I have high levels of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly facing Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Stress, and Bipolar Disorder. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Supportive Therapy. I genuinely believe that the obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings.
(817) 809-3245 View (817) 809-3245
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Greathope Psychiatry PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75043
Jasmine's goal as your therapist is to ensure that you are comfortable at all times. She will be committed to helping you learn and grow throughout your journey. Jasmine can offer you her innate abilities to be empathetic, non-biased or judgmental, gentle and patient. She is dedicated to being a key part of the healing process that will help you to be able to live your life happier.
Jasmine's goal as your therapist is to ensure that you are comfortable at all times. She will be committed to helping you learn and grow throughout your journey. Jasmine can offer you her innate abilities to be empathetic, non-biased or judgmental, gentle and patient. She is dedicated to being a key part of the healing process that will help you to be able to live your life happier.
(469) 658-8829 View (469) 658-8829
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Kimberly Stapert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75042  (Online Only)
Kimberly Stapert Beard, MSW, LCSW has over 20 years of clinical experience. Kimberly strives to build authentic relationships founded on unconditional positive regard in order to facilitate holistic growth, hope, and healing. Whether you are struggling with a temporary setback or an ongoing problem, I can assist you; there is HOPE. It is my belief that, as human beings, we all face life challenges, be they relational, personal, emotional, spiritual, or physical, and our mental health affects how we respond to these challenges. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling for youth (age 10+) and adults.
Kimberly Stapert Beard, MSW, LCSW has over 20 years of clinical experience. Kimberly strives to build authentic relationships founded on unconditional positive regard in order to facilitate holistic growth, hope, and healing. Whether you are struggling with a temporary setback or an ongoing problem, I can assist you; there is HOPE. It is my belief that, as human beings, we all face life challenges, be they relational, personal, emotional, spiritual, or physical, and our mental health affects how we respond to these challenges. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling for youth (age 10+) and adults.
(346) 521-2659 View (346) 521-2659
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Room for Change
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75043
Are you having feelings of uncertainty, fear, and emotional isolation? There is not need to do this alone. We are dedicated to providing support to the community during this time by encouraging, strategizing, and educating. By using a secure video chat, we are ensuring people are not experiencing lapses in care and have access to the help they deserve and need.
Are you having feelings of uncertainty, fear, and emotional isolation? There is not need to do this alone. We are dedicated to providing support to the community during this time by encouraging, strategizing, and educating. By using a secure video chat, we are ensuring people are not experiencing lapses in care and have access to the help they deserve and need.
(972) 449-7604 View (972) 449-7604
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Kimberly Kline, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Superv, Adolesc, Special
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75044
Adolescent and Adult anxiety is my thing! So many people don’t understand how powerless anxiety can make you feel. We will work together to develop new tools to help create the peace and happiness you are looking for. My favorite review from a client starts like this: “ I think about you all the time! I’m sure at times it didn’t seem like I was listening but your words and lessons are ones I treasure dearly and live by daily. You’re like my zen subconscious I turn to when things get prickly. Thank you for believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself”
Adolescent and Adult anxiety is my thing! So many people don’t understand how powerless anxiety can make you feel. We will work together to develop new tools to help create the peace and happiness you are looking for. My favorite review from a client starts like this: “ I think about you all the time! I’m sure at times it didn’t seem like I was listening but your words and lessons are ones I treasure dearly and live by daily. You’re like my zen subconscious I turn to when things get prickly. Thank you for believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself”
(214) 919-5229 View (214) 919-5229
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Jessica Derx
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75042
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialization in providing therapy and counseling services to children, teens and adults. I strongly believe that therapy can make a positive impact by giving you the tools you need to have a healthy and successful life. It is my hope that together we can meet your therapy goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialization in providing therapy and counseling services to children, teens and adults. I strongly believe that therapy can make a positive impact by giving you the tools you need to have a healthy and successful life. It is my hope that together we can meet your therapy goals.
(214) 307-8733 View (214) 307-8733
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Kara Schramm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75048
I believe everyone has the potential to grow and heal and I am committed to helping them succeed. I work with each client where they are at today and create a treatment plan that is unique to them. I utilize cognitive behavioral, solutions focused, and family systems approaches as well as a person-centered orientation. I can provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy depending on each client's needs.
I believe everyone has the potential to grow and heal and I am committed to helping them succeed. I work with each client where they are at today and create a treatment plan that is unique to them. I utilize cognitive behavioral, solutions focused, and family systems approaches as well as a person-centered orientation. I can provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy depending on each client's needs.
(469) 871-8876 View (469) 871-8876
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Stacy Bauman Brothers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75041
Are you feeling stressed out, hopeless, stuck or depressed? I can help you navigate through the issues that are present and provide strategies that work. Whether you want to increase your self-awareness, confront difficult emotions in a safe space or improve your quality of life, together we can work as a team to achieve the healing you want.
Are you feeling stressed out, hopeless, stuck or depressed? I can help you navigate through the issues that are present and provide strategies that work. Whether you want to increase your self-awareness, confront difficult emotions in a safe space or improve your quality of life, together we can work as a team to achieve the healing you want.
(817) 984-5361 View (817) 984-5361
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Richland Oaks Counseling Center
Psychologist, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75041
Richland Oaks Counseling Center (ROCC) is a non-profit clinic with offices in Richardson and McKinney. We offer a full spectrum of services including psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group therapy settings. ROCC also offers a range of psychological testing services including assessments of intelligence, personality, learning disorders and giftedness, ADD/ADHD, Disability and Rehabilitation Service assessments, and assessments to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of other mental health concerns.
Richland Oaks Counseling Center (ROCC) is a non-profit clinic with offices in Richardson and McKinney. We offer a full spectrum of services including psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group therapy settings. ROCC also offers a range of psychological testing services including assessments of intelligence, personality, learning disorders and giftedness, ADD/ADHD, Disability and Rehabilitation Service assessments, and assessments to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of other mental health concerns.
(469) 203-4044 View (469) 203-4044
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Shanon Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75040
As a therapist, I bring my life, career, academic, and ministry experience to the counseling profession. Along with empathy and compassion, a healthy therapeutic connection develops. Throughout life, we can be faced with struggles that require the expertise and experience of a licensed professional. I help those who are facing a variety of life and mentally impactful challenges. Together we work to achieve the goals that are most important to you to live the life you desire.
As a therapist, I bring my life, career, academic, and ministry experience to the counseling profession. Along with empathy and compassion, a healthy therapeutic connection develops. Throughout life, we can be faced with struggles that require the expertise and experience of a licensed professional. I help those who are facing a variety of life and mentally impactful challenges. Together we work to achieve the goals that are most important to you to live the life you desire.
(469) 757-4986 View (469) 757-4986
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Cynthia Malnar Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75040
Counseling provides a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about building rapport with individuals, identifying their strengths, and encouraging them in the healing process to help them reach their true selves. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in gaining insight into their lives to initiate change.
Counseling provides a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about building rapport with individuals, identifying their strengths, and encouraging them in the healing process to help them reach their true selves. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in gaining insight into their lives to initiate change.
(972) 433-5257 View (972) 433-5257
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75048
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 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.
(469) 844-4241 View (469) 844-4241
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Zachary Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75040
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
(972) 426-8527 View (972) 426-8527
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Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.