Compassion Focused Therapists in Houston, TX
Emily Adler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77018 (Online Only)
Whether you are brand new to therapy or have years of experience, I look forward to helping you on the next part of your journey! Although we haven’t met yet, I accept you exactly as you are. I celebrate all of my clients’ unique identities and encourage them to find pride in themselves. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have felt othered or judged by society, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, geeks and gamers, Wiccans and Pagans, neurodivergent people, and anyone else who is looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to feel truly heard.
Whether you are brand new to therapy or have years of experience, I look forward to helping you on the next part of your journey! Although we haven’t met yet, I accept you exactly as you are. I celebrate all of my clients’ unique identities and encourage them to find pride in themselves. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have felt othered or judged by society, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, geeks and gamers, Wiccans and Pagans, neurodivergent people, and anyone else who is looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to feel truly heard.
Welcome! I am Hope Torres MS, LPC, CCTP-II, I am a USAF veteran and prior law enforcement officer. I use my experiences in life, such as child and adulthood traumas, and array of trainings to guide clients to healing and growth. I am here to work for those with traumas, anxiety, PTSD, military (active and veteran), first responders, medical staff, and anyone that has faced difficult times in life that make is hard for them day-to-day. My approach in therapy is based on the needs and experiences of the clients and always contain compassion, patience, guidance, listening, and encouragement of growth.
Welcome! I am Hope Torres MS, LPC, CCTP-II, I am a USAF veteran and prior law enforcement officer. I use my experiences in life, such as child and adulthood traumas, and array of trainings to guide clients to healing and growth. I am here to work for those with traumas, anxiety, PTSD, military (active and veteran), first responders, medical staff, and anyone that has faced difficult times in life that make is hard for them day-to-day. My approach in therapy is based on the needs and experiences of the clients and always contain compassion, patience, guidance, listening, and encouragement of growth.
As a clinical social worker and psychodynamic psychotherapist, I often hear, "I know what I need to do to feel better, but I just can't seem to make myself do what I should." Change isn't always straightforward. Knowing on an intellectual level doesn't mean that it makes sense emotionally. I support your exploration, without judgment, to illuminate stepping stones through the bog that once seemed impassable. At your pace, on your terms, I can help you to cultivate greater insight and navigate through the pain and suffering.
As a clinical social worker and psychodynamic psychotherapist, I often hear, "I know what I need to do to feel better, but I just can't seem to make myself do what I should." Change isn't always straightforward. Knowing on an intellectual level doesn't mean that it makes sense emotionally. I support your exploration, without judgment, to illuminate stepping stones through the bog that once seemed impassable. At your pace, on your terms, I can help you to cultivate greater insight and navigate through the pain and suffering.
Life's a piece of work, ain't it?! Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that believes in the power of connection to change lives. Are you ready to make substantial changes to shift your life? Need help feeling more confident and less anxious in your decisions? Life may have been unfair to you in many ways...but there is always room for growth and positive change! Personal accountability, integrity, and good ol' fashioned grit can change a person's life for the better. I'm looking for clients who are ready to show up as their authentic self, regardless of how imperfect they may be.
Life's a piece of work, ain't it?! Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that believes in the power of connection to change lives. Are you ready to make substantial changes to shift your life? Need help feeling more confident and less anxious in your decisions? Life may have been unfair to you in many ways...but there is always room for growth and positive change! Personal accountability, integrity, and good ol' fashioned grit can change a person's life for the better. I'm looking for clients who are ready to show up as their authentic self, regardless of how imperfect they may be.
Elizabeth Marcum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with disordered eating, addictive behaviors, healing from trauma, relationships issues, and/or shame around what you've been through or have done? Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges?
Do you struggle with disordered eating, addictive behaviors, healing from trauma, relationships issues, and/or shame around what you've been through or have done? Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges?
Erica Espinosa Quiroz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77024
My client has difficulty with change and is unable to look at the positive side of things. Normally I see this in young adults who I feel are not reaching their potential and are running out of time. The goal is to pay more attention to the things they already accomplished, prioritize their time, and recognize that sometimes life provides twists and turns that are out of our control. Teach the value of the ‘here and now’ to unstuck the mind and move forward; looking more at successes than failures without forgetting to use the latter as opportunities more than regrets.
My client has difficulty with change and is unable to look at the positive side of things. Normally I see this in young adults who I feel are not reaching their potential and are running out of time. The goal is to pay more attention to the things they already accomplished, prioritize their time, and recognize that sometimes life provides twists and turns that are out of our control. Teach the value of the ‘here and now’ to unstuck the mind and move forward; looking more at successes than failures without forgetting to use the latter as opportunities more than regrets.
Riaz Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Hi! I'm Dr. Manahil Riaz, LPC-Supervisor! At this time I am only taking cash paying (out of pocket) clients. I currently have a wait-list for all others who wish to use their benefits until March 2025, I do have a network of therapists available to provide therapy online and in-person. Most have been interviewed, trained and are learning how to provide the highest level of therapy by me. Please reach out if you would like to schedule an appointment with one of them. Please see pictures, message for a bio!
Hi! I'm Dr. Manahil Riaz, LPC-Supervisor! At this time I am only taking cash paying (out of pocket) clients. I currently have a wait-list for all others who wish to use their benefits until March 2025, I do have a network of therapists available to provide therapy online and in-person. Most have been interviewed, trained and are learning how to provide the highest level of therapy by me. Please reach out if you would like to schedule an appointment with one of them. Please see pictures, message for a bio!
Kate D'Agostino She They
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006 (Online Only)
I truly value the opportunity to work with you, supporting your exploration and understanding of your needs, emotions, and various aspects of yourself. As a lesbian-identifying therapist who has personally navigated the impact of stress and trauma, I bring a profound empathy and understanding to my work processing trauma, anxiety, identity, and sense of self.
I truly value the opportunity to work with you, supporting your exploration and understanding of your needs, emotions, and various aspects of yourself. As a lesbian-identifying therapist who has personally navigated the impact of stress and trauma, I bring a profound empathy and understanding to my work processing trauma, anxiety, identity, and sense of self.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with extensive training in providing trauma-informed and evidence-based assessment, conceptualization and treatment for individuals and families. With training and interest in trauma, loss and bereavement, problematic personality, relational (e.g., marital discord) and behavioral patterns (e.g., coping using substances, disordered eating), and suicide prevention, I have a specific passion to provide services for adults, including emerging adults, couples, and families.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with extensive training in providing trauma-informed and evidence-based assessment, conceptualization and treatment for individuals and families. With training and interest in trauma, loss and bereavement, problematic personality, relational (e.g., marital discord) and behavioral patterns (e.g., coping using substances, disordered eating), and suicide prevention, I have a specific passion to provide services for adults, including emerging adults, couples, and families.
Hyacinth Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77096
I am client-centered and warmly attuned, tailoring treatment plans to each client’s specific strengths and needs. I believe that with the right tools and support, anyone can live a happier, richer life. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, among others.
I am client-centered and warmly attuned, tailoring treatment plans to each client’s specific strengths and needs. I believe that with the right tools and support, anyone can live a happier, richer life. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, among others.
ClaytonLeeCounseling.com Private Alcohol Treatment
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CHT, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77042
You will relax and feel safe in my stress-free non-judgmental Private Practice. Your concerns will be heard - truly listened to, freeing you to hope and be motivated to live substance-free. Your life will improve - your future brighter, free of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, resentments, anger, grief, and addictions. Your yearning for a life-changing miracle is so much closer than you may think. We will work together to create a more hopeful, meaningful and fulfilling life for you. Yes you can succeed in your search for freedom, success and happiness. God bless you today and all days.
You will relax and feel safe in my stress-free non-judgmental Private Practice. Your concerns will be heard - truly listened to, freeing you to hope and be motivated to live substance-free. Your life will improve - your future brighter, free of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, resentments, anger, grief, and addictions. Your yearning for a life-changing miracle is so much closer than you may think. We will work together to create a more hopeful, meaningful and fulfilling life for you. Yes you can succeed in your search for freedom, success and happiness. God bless you today and all days.
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Greetings! My name is Charles Vela, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor here in the state of Texas. It has been my life’s passion to support and encourage individuals in living their fullest life and healing from past trauma. I received my undergraduate degree in philosophy and psychology at the University of Texas-Austin and went on to my graduate studies at UTRGV.
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Many people with eating disorders have a history of traumatic experiences, but I also believe that the eating disorder is a traumatic experience itself. When we treat eating disorders, we are treating trauma. People with eating disorders are often very accomplished because they are so hard-working and caring, but I always find myself wondering, what more could their life hold for them in recovery? How much more could they enjoy their accomplishments and their lives? In addition to working with patients individually, I specialize in family based treatment, which helps families learn to support their loved ones' recovery at home.
Many people with eating disorders have a history of traumatic experiences, but I also believe that the eating disorder is a traumatic experience itself. When we treat eating disorders, we are treating trauma. People with eating disorders are often very accomplished because they are so hard-working and caring, but I always find myself wondering, what more could their life hold for them in recovery? How much more could they enjoy their accomplishments and their lives? In addition to working with patients individually, I specialize in family based treatment, which helps families learn to support their loved ones' recovery at home.
Tanglewood Behavioral Health Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77057
We are a diverse team of therapists with lived experience and extensive training, dedicated to providing the best, evidence-based care. If you're thinking of getting therapy, call us today for a free phone consultation. We have therapists who specialize in OCD, body focused repetitive behaviors (hair pulling, skin picking), anxiety, depression, trauma, religious trauma and childhood trauma. We are LGBTQ+ affirming and follow WPATH standards of care. We offer groups and individual sessions, in person and virtual. Spanish services available. Visit our website - www.tanglewoodbehavioral.com or call 713-428-8700 today.
We are a diverse team of therapists with lived experience and extensive training, dedicated to providing the best, evidence-based care. If you're thinking of getting therapy, call us today for a free phone consultation. We have therapists who specialize in OCD, body focused repetitive behaviors (hair pulling, skin picking), anxiety, depression, trauma, religious trauma and childhood trauma. We are LGBTQ+ affirming and follow WPATH standards of care. We offer groups and individual sessions, in person and virtual. Spanish services available. Visit our website - www.tanglewoodbehavioral.com or call 713-428-8700 today.
I strive to work with individuals of any background who need to discuss the pressures of their daily life. Whether those pressures are due to daily issues, or one big issue that happened at one point in time, or a combination of both of those, it would be my hope to build trust in the client so that we can work together towards overcoming those issues. No matter how long it takes it would be my hope that the client learns to trust me and confides in me in order to progress down the path that brought them to me.
I strive to work with individuals of any background who need to discuss the pressures of their daily life. Whether those pressures are due to daily issues, or one big issue that happened at one point in time, or a combination of both of those, it would be my hope to build trust in the client so that we can work together towards overcoming those issues. No matter how long it takes it would be my hope that the client learns to trust me and confides in me in order to progress down the path that brought them to me.
Sara Kamalipour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77009 (Online Only)
I have always known that I was destined to be in the helping field. I have my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Prior to going to graduate school, I worked in the field of behavioral analysis. I decided to go to graduate school to learn more about mental health and human behavior. I went to the University of Southern California and obtained my Master of Social Work. I love what I do and love when I am able to connect with clients and guide them to explore different sides of themselves and become the person they want to be. I genuinely believe we are all capable of changing the world if we start with helping one person at a time.
I have always known that I was destined to be in the helping field. I have my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Prior to going to graduate school, I worked in the field of behavioral analysis. I decided to go to graduate school to learn more about mental health and human behavior. I went to the University of Southern California and obtained my Master of Social Work. I love what I do and love when I am able to connect with clients and guide them to explore different sides of themselves and become the person they want to be. I genuinely believe we are all capable of changing the world if we start with helping one person at a time.
Chelby Mendell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007 (Online Only)
As an LCSW and psychotherapist, I offer individual therapy to clients 18 and older. I am committed to creating a judgment-free environment that is safe and supportive. Stress can present itself in many ways, causing us to feel disconnected from ourselves and others. It is typical for us to experience feelings of self-doubt. Our thoughts make it difficult for us to cope and achieve fulfillment in our lives. At times we feel overwhelmed and distressed, leading us to resort to unhealthy behaviors. I am here to guide and assist you in implementing the skills to reach your goals and move forward in your life.
As an LCSW and psychotherapist, I offer individual therapy to clients 18 and older. I am committed to creating a judgment-free environment that is safe and supportive. Stress can present itself in many ways, causing us to feel disconnected from ourselves and others. It is typical for us to experience feelings of self-doubt. Our thoughts make it difficult for us to cope and achieve fulfillment in our lives. At times we feel overwhelmed and distressed, leading us to resort to unhealthy behaviors. I am here to guide and assist you in implementing the skills to reach your goals and move forward in your life.
Xue ( Sue ) Yang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
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Were you abused, neglected, and traumatized? Were you raised by a tiger mom? Did you raise yourself and everyone else? Do you feel frozen, numb, and disconnected from your body? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you? Do you have a need to be perfect? Do you feel anxious even during downtime? Are you always running and doing and still feel it's not enough? Is food your only friend? Yet, on the outside, you look like the most put-together person. If only people knew what was on the inside.
Were you abused, neglected, and traumatized? Were you raised by a tiger mom? Did you raise yourself and everyone else? Do you feel frozen, numb, and disconnected from your body? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you? Do you have a need to be perfect? Do you feel anxious even during downtime? Are you always running and doing and still feel it's not enough? Is food your only friend? Yet, on the outside, you look like the most put-together person. If only people knew what was on the inside.
Kathleen Vasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as addressing the unique challenges of motherhood. I am also skilled in working with clients on setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. With my experience and expertise, I am well-equipped to support clients in creating positive change and achieving their therapeutic goals. I believe that every individual has the strength and resilience to overcome their challenges and I would be honored to be a part of your journey towards healing and growth.
As a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as addressing the unique challenges of motherhood. I am also skilled in working with clients on setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. With my experience and expertise, I am well-equipped to support clients in creating positive change and achieving their therapeutic goals. I believe that every individual has the strength and resilience to overcome their challenges and I would be honored to be a part of your journey towards healing and growth.
Serena Promisee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer education and experience with helping everyday people understand the relationship between their mental and physical state, and how these aspects affect their day-to-day lives. People should feel empowered to manage stress, negative thoughts, and adverse experiences. However, many factors hold them back. Through my intervention, I’ve helped to increase emotional awareness and motivation, providing clients with the sense of peace that we all ultimately deserve.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer education and experience with helping everyday people understand the relationship between their mental and physical state, and how these aspects affect their day-to-day lives. People should feel empowered to manage stress, negative thoughts, and adverse experiences. However, many factors hold them back. Through my intervention, I’ve helped to increase emotional awareness and motivation, providing clients with the sense of peace that we all ultimately deserve.
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