Experiential Therapy in Houston, TX
Our specialization is in couple's based behavioral, spiritual, and neo-modern experiential therapy.
Our practice is uniquely tailored for individuals and couples dating to marry, married for 3+ years, or those needing to heal from past or current relational trauma. The couples we support usually want peace with their partner and to build a sustaining partnership. To achieve this, we address what's causing trauma and unhealthy distance in their relationship.
Our specialization is in couple's based behavioral, spiritual, and neo-modern experiential therapy.
Our practice is uniquely tailored for individuals and couples dating to marry, married for 3+ years, or those needing to heal from past or current relational trauma. The couples we support usually want peace with their partner and to build a sustaining partnership. To achieve this, we address what's causing trauma and unhealthy distance in their relationship.
Amanda Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77041
I use a Symbolic Experiential Therapy approach layered with Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
I enjoy helping people find their path for personal growth, balance and fulfillment in life. I have 18 years of experience helping people struggling with many areas including: traumatic experiences, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, self-harming behaviors, marital conflict, grief, ADHD, and behavioral and emotional dysregulation. In addition to counseling services, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor, Approved Consultant EMDR Therapist, and EMDR Trainer. I provide counseling in the office and outdoors for equine-assisted psychotherapy. I believe everyone deserves a happy and healthy life.
I use a Symbolic Experiential Therapy approach layered with Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
I enjoy helping people find their path for personal growth, balance and fulfillment in life. I have 18 years of experience helping people struggling with many areas including: traumatic experiences, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, self-harming behaviors, marital conflict, grief, ADHD, and behavioral and emotional dysregulation. In addition to counseling services, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor, Approved Consultant EMDR Therapist, and EMDR Trainer. I provide counseling in the office and outdoors for equine-assisted psychotherapy. I believe everyone deserves a happy and healthy life.
Julie Savage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I recognize seeking help can be difficult, especially when you or someone you care about is feeling stuck. We want life to be different, but we are unable to change. I want you to know that you are not alone. I am dedicated to helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and cope more effectively. My background includes working with people with mood and relationship challenges and PTSD. I am EMDR trained. I have worked in residential care with adolescents who struggled with eating disorders. Together in a safe and supportive environment, we will focus on your wellbeing and improving your overall quality of life.
I recognize seeking help can be difficult, especially when you or someone you care about is feeling stuck. We want life to be different, but we are unable to change. I want you to know that you are not alone. I am dedicated to helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and cope more effectively. My background includes working with people with mood and relationship challenges and PTSD. I am EMDR trained. I have worked in residential care with adolescents who struggled with eating disorders. Together in a safe and supportive environment, we will focus on your wellbeing and improving your overall quality of life.
Vaughn P O'Neal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77077 (Online Only)
Embarking on a journey toward healing is a courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. As a seasoned therapist with nearly 30 years' experience, I've had the privilege of assisting folks across a diverse range of settings and challenges.
Embarking on a journey toward healing is a courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. As a seasoned therapist with nearly 30 years' experience, I've had the privilege of assisting folks across a diverse range of settings and challenges.
Ava Burris Profota
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CSAT-S, CMAT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77027
My specialty is intimacy disorders including sex/love addiction & avoidance. Bad relationships can ruin your life & your happiness; however, relationships can be turned around. When addiction is present, the chances of real intimacy are small. Love addiction is a powerful & debilitating disorder that is very serious & potentially life threatening. Developmental trauma (also known as family of origin trauma or codependence) is a set up for self esteem & intimacy issues. If left untreated developmental trauma can lead to depression, anxiety, addiction & physical illness (Pia Mellody's). You're not alone!
My specialty is intimacy disorders including sex/love addiction & avoidance. Bad relationships can ruin your life & your happiness; however, relationships can be turned around. When addiction is present, the chances of real intimacy are small. Love addiction is a powerful & debilitating disorder that is very serious & potentially life threatening. Developmental trauma (also known as family of origin trauma or codependence) is a set up for self esteem & intimacy issues. If left untreated developmental trauma can lead to depression, anxiety, addiction & physical illness (Pia Mellody's). You're not alone!
Inna Meskin Wizig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
Are you struggling to figure out your career or intimate relationship? Has anxiety taken over your life? Have you experienced a traumatic event that’s holding you back from living your life more fully? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. With 25 years of experience in private practice therapy, I have the knowledge and expertise to help you get your life back on track.
Are you struggling to figure out your career or intimate relationship? Has anxiety taken over your life? Have you experienced a traumatic event that’s holding you back from living your life more fully? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. With 25 years of experience in private practice therapy, I have the knowledge and expertise to help you get your life back on track.
Nikki Eisenhauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
I am the life coach for therapists, healers, seekers, & dreamers. NO big Package by-ins--have 1 session at a time with no commitment--and I'll happily give referrals if I'm not the right healer for you. Good fits? Previous therapy experience, already has some understanding of personal 'stuck points' and want guidance, support, mentorship, & 'how-to' tools to live balanced, fulfilled, peaceful. Life is hard enough--easier with emotionally effective tools and strategies. I think my best work is in teaching people from difficult backgrounds how to fully, deeply, love and heal themselves, to get out of survival mode and into LIVING.
I am the life coach for therapists, healers, seekers, & dreamers. NO big Package by-ins--have 1 session at a time with no commitment--and I'll happily give referrals if I'm not the right healer for you. Good fits? Previous therapy experience, already has some understanding of personal 'stuck points' and want guidance, support, mentorship, & 'how-to' tools to live balanced, fulfilled, peaceful. Life is hard enough--easier with emotionally effective tools and strategies. I think my best work is in teaching people from difficult backgrounds how to fully, deeply, love and heal themselves, to get out of survival mode and into LIVING.
Krisztina Petho-Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CIMHP, ICCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77098
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
Brian Schulz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPHA, LPC, LCDC, CCPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. My ideal client would be one that is motivated to change.
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. My ideal client would be one that is motivated to change.
Juan (Tony) Antonio Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77018
English/Spanish services available. My experience as a therapist/counselor goes back at the school setting for 19 years, 12 as a K-12 school counselor. I also have over 3000 professional psychotherapy/counseling hours working with young adults and couples. My clients may be having difficulties with personal relationships, depression, anxiety, stresses of life, or workplace and or trauma. Psychotherapy is about helping people work through struggles and find balance in life. Christian, spiritual psychotherapy is available for clients who prefer a faith focus approach. Seeking help to resolve issues is the first step to healing.
English/Spanish services available. My experience as a therapist/counselor goes back at the school setting for 19 years, 12 as a K-12 school counselor. I also have over 3000 professional psychotherapy/counseling hours working with young adults and couples. My clients may be having difficulties with personal relationships, depression, anxiety, stresses of life, or workplace and or trauma. Psychotherapy is about helping people work through struggles and find balance in life. Christian, spiritual psychotherapy is available for clients who prefer a faith focus approach. Seeking help to resolve issues is the first step to healing.
If you are struggling to communicate with a loved one or have hit a wall in your relationship, I can help. I love working with children and families to see improvements in interaction patterns and long lasting struggles. I operate from the idea that within a family system, each member is interconnected, and when one member is struggling, the entire family is impacted. I'm passionate about helping each family member feel empowered, understood, connected and loved.
If you are struggling to communicate with a loved one or have hit a wall in your relationship, I can help. I love working with children and families to see improvements in interaction patterns and long lasting struggles. I operate from the idea that within a family system, each member is interconnected, and when one member is struggling, the entire family is impacted. I'm passionate about helping each family member feel empowered, understood, connected and loved.
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I see you: Marginalized individuals, couples, and families navigating the weight of societal pressures, dealing with systemic inequality, microaggressions, and at times, rejection from the spaces that should feel safe. You might be questioning your self-worth, managing the strain of anxiety or depression, or struggling to be fully seen and accepted. You need a supportive place to unpack these complex layers, a space to find validation and practical tools to rebuild confidence. Together, we'll work toward your goals of resilience, connection, and a life that feels authentic, empowering, and fulfilling
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Justin Bontke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77009 (Online Only)
As a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with a background in Psychiatry, I am passionate about supporting adults through various mental health challenges, with a particular focus on the LGBT community, veterans, aging populations, and those with disabilities. I hold a Master’s in Social Work, and my approach is rooted in the core values of honesty, integrity, empathy, and respect. Listening deeply to clients is at the heart of my work, and I believe in fostering trust through open communication and compassionate care.
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Diane L Bailey, RN, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055 (Online Only)
Want fast treatment instead of years in therapy? That's me! I am a graduate of The University of Houston - Clear Lake with a Masters of Clinical Psychology. I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 1998. I have extensive experience in individual and group therapy with adults in both out-patient and in-patient settings. I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. Now, I specialize in TEAM-CBT. Evidenced based practice that will have you feeling better in less time than you think.
Want fast treatment instead of years in therapy? That's me! I am a graduate of The University of Houston - Clear Lake with a Masters of Clinical Psychology. I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 1998. I have extensive experience in individual and group therapy with adults in both out-patient and in-patient settings. I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. Now, I specialize in TEAM-CBT. Evidenced based practice that will have you feeling better in less time than you think.
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Gina Marie Baiamonte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77063
Recognizing you need help is the first step towards healing. Asking for help is the next step that takes courage, strength and vulnerability. I welcome you to opening the door and stepping through the threshold of change and new insight. Together we will uncover long-standing behavior patterns or negative thinking that may be preventing you from experiencing a more satisfying life. I work from a holistic perspective with adults, individuals and couples, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Grief, BiPolar, ADHD, Life-Purpose, Codependency, Spiritual Abuse, Business Entrepreneurial Counseling and Creatives.
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Heather S McKethan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Heather and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. If you are having difficulty coping with life's challenges and don't know how else to help your situation, I understand what you are going through. The sense of overwhelming anxiety, the roller coaster of emotions, and the fear or uncertainty of asking for help can be daunting. I am passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health.
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My clients often share that they feel heard, seen, and celebrated as individuals throughout therapy. I apply research-backed, trauma-informed, multi-culturally competent individual therapy to instill hope, self-compassion, and empowerment in young people. Through gentle guidance, developmentally appropriate psychoeducation, and empathic listening, my clients are able to tap into their inner strengths and vulnerabilities, and learn to tolerate discomforts and-- once and for all-- conquer their fears and insecurities.
My clients often share that they feel heard, seen, and celebrated as individuals throughout therapy. I apply research-backed, trauma-informed, multi-culturally competent individual therapy to instill hope, self-compassion, and empowerment in young people. Through gentle guidance, developmentally appropriate psychoeducation, and empathic listening, my clients are able to tap into their inner strengths and vulnerabilities, and learn to tolerate discomforts and-- once and for all-- conquer their fears and insecurities.
Stefanie C Barthmare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005 (Online Only)
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
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Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.