Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in West Houston, Houston, TX

Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.

Life can be so overwhelming and leave you feeling tired, stressed, and overall defeated. Therapy can be helpful for coping with these daily struggles and emotions, processing the unexpected events of life, and embracing the power within us to grow and change. I want to provide a compassionate and safe environment to support clients in their journey with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-worth, life transitions, and stress. My hope is to support and empower you in our work together to improve your daily functioning and feel more confident and secure within yourself.

Do you find yourself wanting more from your daily life? Or are unhappy and you don't know why? Can't figure out why you don't find enjoyment in the things you used to? You sleep all the time and still wake up exhausted. Depression is real and it can be debilitating. You just want to feel normal but don't know what to do. There's no reason for you to feel this way or go through it alone. You want to be the you, you used to be. It's not too late and change is not impossible. You can be the you, you want to be.

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.

Hello, my name is McKenna Ziats, LPC! I offer individual therapy, for adults and teens. I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem building, work related stress, stress management, and boundaries. I value the relationship that I have with my clients by providing a non-judgmental space to allow you to share and express yourself. I have worked with a variety of populations in different settings.

I work with children and parents struggling with symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and attachment. To meet the needs of my young clients, I incorporate several play-based modalities into my practice including Theraplay (parent & child), child-centered play therapy, and cognitive behavioral play therapy. For my clients under 18, I take a family systems approach in my care by requiring regular parent and guardian meetings. With children, teens, and adults, I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to treat a variety of issues including post-traumatic stress, specific phobias, anxiety, depression, and more.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating and scary for some clients. My goal is to make my clients feel supported, seen, and valued as soon as they step in the door. Being an animal-assisted therapist, I find highlighting and deepening the bond between humans and animals can have substantial impacts on one's mental health journey. Most clients that I work with vary in age, starting in early childhood and continuing on into parenting and adulthood. My ideal client is one that is engaged, open to learning, and motivated for positive change. Working together, we can take steps to help you live the best version of your life.

Life is a complicated game. I will help you implement strategies that you will be able to draw on long after our time together is done. I will approach our work together not by telling you what to do, but keeping you at the center of your story while I ride shotgun on your healing journey all while helping you reframe any negativity and stay focused on available solutions. You are not your worst thoughts and feelings, and they don’t need to hold you back. These things can be used as stepping stones to become a greater, more solid version of self. Even if you’ve been through this dark place before, we can get you through it again.

Congratulations on taking the first — very courageous — step in making a change in your life! It can be hard to reach out and start the journey of therapy. And here we are. I believe that people have the power to make the change that they desire in their life. With that in mind, I believe in meeting you where you are at and working together to instill and implement change. This will help you to achieve your goals! I am passionate about helping kids, teenagers and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic illness and trauma to feel unstuck and more in control, through a personalized and collaborative approach to therapy

My passion is bringing hope and healing to those who feel like life has given them the impossible. I assist my clients, which include children, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, draw power from their pain and strengthen their relationships, so, they can be reassured of their own courage.

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 feel overwhelmed, lost, regretful, unhappy, or do you wish someone could help you find a way? Therapeutic counseling offers you the opportunity to recover your life and create healthy relationships. I offer a confidential, trusting therapeutic relationship to help you overcome the difficult challenges you are experiencing. Learn to manage daily stressors with courage, patience and guidance. You are the critical piece in the puzzle to your personal success.

Perhaps what you need is a supportive listener, someone to share your thoughts with. Alternatively, you might be seeking guidance in handling the challenges of everyday life. Whether you're going through a life transition, seeking career advice, or striving to build healthier relationships, you're prepared to tackle whatever brings you to therapy. Your willingness to learn and apply new skills for maintaining positive mental health is evident. You feel ready to embark on your therapeutic journey.

Every situation, every experience, every individual is unique; the approach for dealing with them should be unique as well. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with people and I am armed with awareness that each individual is unique and experiences life differently. I have a Doctorate of Behavioral Health degree, Master of Science in Social Work and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. I work with children, teenagers, adults, and older adults diagnosed with significant mental health issues. I am committed to working with individuals to create a more satisfying life.

“The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time”. Regardless of the struggles you are currently facing, I will do my utmost to help you deal with each struggle at a time. I have extensive experience in Multi-cultural Counseling, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress/Anger Management, Grief, Trauma, Divorce, Depression & Adjustment Issues. I will engage each individual with complete sincerity. Through understanding and increased self-knowledge, the only sure outcome is change and personal growth. The therapeutic relationship is an alliance between a therapist and a client that is exclusively for the client's benefit.

I have been a therapist in the community for over 23 years. I focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and use other therapeutic interventions, as needed. I have developed a focus on general mental health and substance use disorders including Domestic Violence. The ages I work with is between 9 yrs old on up for individual, couples and family therapy. I am available in-person and also through telehealth. I have a passion for helping people through their difficult times. I speak Spanish. Accepting new clients. No waitlist. Let me know how I can help. I am in-network with most insurance companies.

Having a trusting relationship is one of the most powerful tools a therapist can provide. My goal is to provide an environment that is non-judgmental and open where my clients are validated, heard and confident in finding their voice. Most people just want to be heard and I am here to listen. Whether it is dealing with the stress of life, a constant pressure to be successful, relationship issues, or dealing with anxiety or low self esteem, you deserve to feel good.

My mission is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan specific to your needs. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. 

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.