Behavioral Issues Therapists in Houston, TX

Anna Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor #78170 in the state of Texas. She has a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters of Science in Counseling from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. She is a professional member of Texas Counseling Association. ​

Are you experiencing personal or family issues that has caused you to feel overwhelmed, hopeless, and stressed? Perhaps you have a friend or love one struggling with issues like depression, behavior, anger or even alcohol and substance use. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I have worked with adolescents, adults, families, and couples.

A child’s behavior is telling a story of what is going on inside. Many times, when our kids are reaching out for connection, they will behave in ways that create the opposite response. When a child is struggling to find positive ways to relate, our team of therapists come alongside them and their family to help them feel more understood, empowered, connected and loved. I believe in conducting therapy in partnership with families, pediatricians, teachers, and other specialists to ensure that each child receives a personalized treatment plan that is reinforced in all settings.

Oftentimes, the main purpose for seeking counseling is to relieve the stress and anxiety of current circumstance in order to lead a more productive lifestyle. The clients I serve present issues relating to behavioral health, alcohol and drug use, and deviant sexual behavior. My goal is to assist clients in identifying how daily choices can lead to situations that require professional interventions.

I work with couples who desire to improve their relationship or marriage, as well as help individuals and families tackle drug-alcohol problems. I assist people in taking small steps to decrease anxiousness, depressive symptoms, anger issues, and other general issues. I would love to help you and/or your family make the small necessary changes that will create a big positive impact on your mental health.

Are your emotions getting in the way of living the life you want to live? Do you struggle with reigning in your emotions to be effective? Are you going through a lot of changes and finding it difficult to find your footing? Life throws at us a variety of challenges and obstacles; and if life wasn't hard enough, adding in our emotions can make it that much harder. Whether you are looking for coping skills or just needing someone to process with, I am here to help!

I' am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. I provide individual, family, and couple's therapy. I earned my Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Maryland University College and a Masters in Counseling from Webster University. I've worked in many different clinical settings to include outpatient counseling and inpatient treatment at a psychiatric hospital along with working as an outpatient assessment counselor for a nonprofit organization.

I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole family. Family history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.

I have been in private practice for 23 years and I am dedicated in providing quality care to my clients in a supportive private practice. I provide Individual, Relationship, Marriage, Family, Child, Adolescent and Adult therapies. I have a Master's Degree in Marriage/Family Therapy. I feel very privileged in my work and consider it a honor they have shared their lives with me. I hold a deep respect for my clients. I offer positive and constructive clinical feedback while maintaining a significant emphasis in listening to my clients' issues. Please feel free to contact my office as I am accepting new clients and CISM referrals.

In a perfect world we thrive to be free of pain, trauma, stress, loss, and negative life transitions, but in reality, one experience some of the lowest and the highest points of their life. I believe that we do our best in life with what we know how to do at the time. At some point in time, it becomes very difficult for one to sustain a healthy, satisfying life. In this instance, life challenges us to grow and heal. Together we will learn how to navigate and manage through life stressors that impacts your life.

"No! "Mine!" "Leave me alone!" "I don't want it!" "Go away!" "I hate you!" Screaming, yelling. You hear this when raising a young child as well as a teenager. You know that some of this is okay; they are learning and growing. However, is all of it age appropriate? Their yelling is constant, their behavior is out of control, they are not following directions and their mood does not seem right. You feel frustrated, overwhelmed, concerned and nothing you do makes it better. You have tried disciplining, talking, taking away from them and used every tool you know but nothing has worked. You need help. There is something deeper going on.

Disruptions in relationships regularly occur in life and the experience of feeling disconnected is not uncommon. Many of us have experienced children growing older and leaving home, job loss, retirement, frequent arguments with those closest to us, divorce, separation, and death of loved ones. Some of us have experienced life threatening events, serious illnesses and physical losses that result in a dramatic shift on how we fit into the world and in the lives of others. These events can result in a loss of satisfaction in life or at times a loss of hope in having a life worth living.

I emphasize the connection between a healthy mind, a healthy body, and a healthy life. My primary focus is helping clients build a fulfilling life based on their personal values & goals. I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and families with a variety of challenges including self-harm & suicidal behaviors, grief, stress, ADHD, mood (depression disorder), anxiety, relationship issues, and substance use disorders. I also specialize in educational psychology and provide consulting. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and holistic; as well as evidence based, meaning I use treatments that have been supported by research.

Life is a balancing act, in which we seek to live and not just exist. My goal is to assist in fulfilling this task; be it personal and or professional. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SBT), I desire to support clients in identifying and navigating challenges that impede their overall wellbeing.

My primary therapeutic focus is to help children, adults and families work through identified problems as quickly as possible in order to achieve their stated goals. I respect each family's unique story and approach the therapeutic relationship without judgment or preconceived ideas. Throughout the process of therapy, a supportive and safe space is created where families and children can identify events, issues and behavioral patterns they would like to change. My aim is to help you achieve lasting positive results.

I enjoy working with a diverse population. I help those needing assistance with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug use, mania, psychosis, trauma, and sexual issues. I help my clients overcome their challenges by providing tools for coping through difficult times, giving feedback and assigning tasks to focus on between sessions.

Hello, my name is LaSonia Ashley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 10 years of experience in mental and behavioral health, and I am known for my ability to reach those who cannot be reached. I am empathetic and skillful in helping clients with various hardships and lows in life. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, traumas, self-harm and emotional/behavioral difficulties are all issues that I am able to help you manage.

Have you been told you have a strong-willed child? A child that expresses their emotions in a big way that creates challenges. Behavior is the underlying means of communication in children. My passion is helping children and families learn effective ways to communicate their natural big feelings in healthy and positive way. Through play and talk, I work to connect and understand each child’s behavior and together we work to learn skills and techniques to equip children and families during life’s more challenging moments.

I am a Play Therapist passionate about working with children experiencing behavioral issues, oppositional tendencies, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I use a variety of therapies including Adlerian Play Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and Parent Child Interaction Therapy. In addition, I am currently pursuing my Registered Play Therapy License to further enhance my skills as a therapist.