Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Piney Point Village, Houston, TX

In my psychotherapy practice I help clients know and understand themselves better and become experts at their own story. The experience of seeing our story fully can be uncomfortable because we may not like what we see. But with compassion and empathy I walk through that process with each client to courageously see their life and identify the ways they want to change. We work together at the clients pace to grow and break out of the cycles that keep them stuck in order to experience breakthrough and healing.

My use of the phrase “Top of the Morning” greeting began in my days in the operating rooms of the Houston Medical Center some twenty years ago. It was a break away from the traditional greetings. This gave birth to the idea we can begin every day over if we are willing to change. "Top of the Morning" greets you with a sense of hope. My practice invites you to an holistic, mind, body and spirit approach to therapy. Together, we can build a safe, confidential, and responsible client therapist relationship.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in providing empirically-supported treatments for anxiety disorders, OCD, Tourette/tic disorders, panic, hair pulling, and LGBT health. I see patients across the developmental lifespan (childhood to adulthood), though have interest and expertise in working with adolescents, with more than half of my referrals being teenagers. My therapeutic approach is direct and active while also being supportive and warm. I've enjoyed working in a variety of treatment settings including hospitals, medical schools, inpatient psychiatric facilities, community clinics, and private practice.

The initial diagnostic consultation will be for one to two sessions and may include some diagnostic testing. This evaluation will help us to identify the most appropriate evidence based treatment for the specific areas of concern. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for depression and anxiety are some of the evidence based treatments that I commonly provide. My work with families focuses on providing the skills to both children and adolescents, and their parents.

Welcome to your transformative therapy journey. I blend an easy-going demeanor, humor, and a solution-oriented approach to nurture growth in each person I work with. My counseling style is built on empathy, respect, and compassion. Together, we will form a partnership that supports you through life's highs and lows. I will encourage you to explore new perspectives and enhance your personal development. It's not just about sessions; it's about forming a true partnership that supports you through both life's triumphs and challenges.

I don't know what issue brought you here. I haven't met you. I'm not going to tell you what you need. I only know one thing about you: that you're here. So I will focus on that. The variations in our experience are so extraordinarily complex. I want to listen to yours, because that is where we can start. Then, I want us to work on your garden together, growing to seed the desires for your life that will blossom, even being enriched by the mud, if we nurture them with the right tools.

I am a 1st generation Taiwanese-American immigrant who came to the US as an adolescent. I can conduct therapy in fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, and English. I am a full-time self-employee and mother of 2. I changed careers from Engineering B.S, to Business M.M., to Counseling/Behavioral Science M.Ed. therapy. I worked at MIT, and I am currently working on my Ph.D in Clinical Sexology. I empathize with work life balance issues, stress/time management, and career transition/satisfaction. My core goal is to empower individuals, couples and families to make healthy, positive changes in their professional and personal lives.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that offers individual psychotherapy in a small private practice in Houston, TX. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and relationship difficulties. Much of the work I strive to do with clients involves a reflective, curious, and compassionate stance as we explore experiences, strengths, and challenges. By identifying assumptions, expectations, thought patterns, and exploring previous experiences we are better able to make changes that lead to a more balanced and healthy relationship with ourselves as well as others.

Do you have repeated frustrations in your relationships, feelings of stress, or just feel like you have no one to talk to? Are you having a difficult time adjusting to life transitions, experiencing depression, anxiety, or a personal problem that interferes with daily living? My forte is advising clients and teaching them, and at times their significant others, techniques to overcome their adversities. The type of issues I help my clients work through, range from sexual dysfunction, dynamic shifts within a family, to life style adjustments.

How many of us find ourselves "just making it," going day in and out doing the same routine, feeling like we are sitting in the backseat to our life watching it pass by, out of touch and out of control. Molding our life into what we want starts with acknowledging that something’s not working and that we cannot do this alone. Whether you are struggling with self esteem, stress, a troublesome relationship, life management, or feel that you just want something to be different, we will work together to to get you unstuck and feeling success. Life is hard, therapy doesn't have to be.

Do you set goals for yourself consciously, but unconsciously sabotage yourself one way or the other? Do you have "baggage" that is getting in the way of living your best life? How might negative core beliefs be keeping you from taking personal and professional risks that could win you the career or the relationship of your dreams? Perhaps you are dealing with feelings of depression, anxiety and lack of motivation in your life? If so, please look no further, help is available. Through the implementation of a treatment plan we can get you back to feeling excited about your life again and finding personal-empowerment in a few months.

Are you having a difficult time adjusting to changes in your life? Is your anxiety creating limitations for you? Or maybe you are a parent that is trying to help their child regulate their emotions. People sometimes go through events in life where they need additional support as they attempt to navigate them. A therapist may be the unbiased and nonjudgmental person you can talk to.

“It can be scary to start this journey, but it is also scary to be stuck forever. There is a life where you get to have more control and peace. You are not alone and whenever you are ready, we can begin working together towards your healing.” Creating a life worth living may take working through wounds. Kateri is EMDR certified, which aids people becoming unstuck from their traumas. It provides healthier thinking patterns and coping skills for survivors of trauma to move forward with their lives and gain new perspectives that better serve their desired goals. Traumas may lead to anxiety, addictions, chronic issues & illnesses.

I am a licensed professional counselor, and I offer confidential counseling services for adults, families, and couples of all diversities, orientations, and backgrounds. I provide a comfortable, genuinely safe, non-judgmental environment where we work as a team to help you understand the context of your struggles and establish an appropriate therapy for your circumstances.

Life transitions can be particularly challenging for teenagers, as they navigate the complexities of identity formation, high school to college transitions, peer pressure, and family expectations. I believe that these transitions should be viewed as opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and resilience building. By utilizing a strengths-based approach, I empower teenagers to develop coping mechanisms, enhance their self-awareness, and make informed choices during these pivotal moments in their lives.

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor with 20-plus years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. I specialize in a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, such as school problems, parent-child relational issues, abuse, divorce, depression, anxiety, relational issues, postpartum depression, grief, and trauma.

As an experienced psychologist, my goal is to help you achieve your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't undo difficult circumstances of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges as you create a better future. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process and together we will discover the perceptions or behaviors that may be holding you back and help you create more successful life habits. We may employ cognitive-behavioral, somatic, supportive and other approaches tailored to your specific needs in order to facilitate your growth toward a more positive future.

I have experience working with adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I provide individual and family therapy, and I also enjoy running psychotherapy and skills classes. My clients can expect me to work to empower and support them by aiding them in better understanding themselves and their behavior, creating a safe space for them to process, work through, and heal trauma, enhancing knowledge and understanding of evidence-based tools for healthier coping, and allowing space for the exploration, identification, and application of solutions for current problems.

Are you struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, or trauma-related symptoms? Dealing with these challenges can be tough, but it's important to know that you're not alone. If you're experiencing disordered eating or difficulty managing your emotions, there's hope for healing. You may need to learn new coping skills, work through trauma, or discover your true identity. I'm here to offer support and care. With extensive experience treating individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, and more, I understand the importance of finding compassionate care from someone who not only can help, but also understands.