Marriage Counseling Therapists in Houston, TX
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Naomi Madell-Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
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.
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.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by work or your relationships? Is stress and anxiety weighing you down? Are you looking to overcome depression or build up your self esteem? Individual therapy can be a great place to begin your healing journey. Couples therapy and marriage counseling can also help you and your partner feel more heard and become a safe place for you to work on your relationship for a better future. I offer services in both English and Spanish, so if you’re wondering how therapy might benefit you, consider booking a consultation with me today and reach out to see how I can help support you in meeting your goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by work or your relationships? Is stress and anxiety weighing you down? Are you looking to overcome depression or build up your self esteem? Individual therapy can be a great place to begin your healing journey. Couples therapy and marriage counseling can also help you and your partner feel more heard and become a safe place for you to work on your relationship for a better future. I offer services in both English and Spanish, so if you’re wondering how therapy might benefit you, consider booking a consultation with me today and reach out to see how I can help support you in meeting your goals.
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District Counseling of Copperfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, A
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77095
At our office, we specialize in women's concerns and issues. We know what it can feel like to navigate relationship issues at home. We also know how stressful it can be to care for your little ones while being a stay-at-home mom. We understand that there may be times when you cannot identify who you are as a woman. Some goals our therapists can assist you with are establishing your identity, fostering communication skills to assist you in your marriage, and learning to be yourself again.
At our office, we specialize in women's concerns and issues. We know what it can feel like to navigate relationship issues at home. We also know how stressful it can be to care for your little ones while being a stay-at-home mom. We understand that there may be times when you cannot identify who you are as a woman. Some goals our therapists can assist you with are establishing your identity, fostering communication skills to assist you in your marriage, and learning to be yourself again.
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Samantha S Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I'm experienced with individuals ages 8 years and older, teens & adults, and couples as part of pre-marital counseling or during the midst of relationship difficulties.
I enjoy working with clients interested in exploring ways to improve their relationship with themselves and others. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, or are looking to heal from past experiences and create the life you want, I believe that together we can help you find a new perspective, build skills and resiliency, and live your best life.
I'm experienced with individuals ages 8 years and older, teens & adults, and couples as part of pre-marital counseling or during the midst of relationship difficulties.
I enjoy working with clients interested in exploring ways to improve their relationship with themselves and others. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, or are looking to heal from past experiences and create the life you want, I believe that together we can help you find a new perspective, build skills and resiliency, and live your best life.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who utilizes Cognitive Behavioral therapy with adolescents and adults to assist them in learning how to manage and control their issues. I received my Master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and my Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. I utilize Solution Focused therapy to assist couples in strengthening their relationships and improving their communication. I provide Pre-marital and Marital therapy. Other areas of specialization include: Bereavement Counseling, Counseling for victims of bullying, and improving life skills.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who utilizes Cognitive Behavioral therapy with adolescents and adults to assist them in learning how to manage and control their issues. I received my Master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and my Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. I utilize Solution Focused therapy to assist couples in strengthening their relationships and improving their communication. I provide Pre-marital and Marital therapy. Other areas of specialization include: Bereavement Counseling, Counseling for victims of bullying, and improving life skills.
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Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla Msw Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77057
I have also provided couples counseling for clients experiencing marital I have ample experience working with at risk populations, including juvenile offenders, adult offenders, and children who have been in placement with Children's Protective Services.
I, Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas with over 43 years of relevant post-Masters experience. My goal is to help my clients realize success in their personal and professional lives. I have excellent Spanish and English language skills, and extensive cultural diversity and gender identity training. In addition to expertise in trauma resolution, stress management, and anger management. I provide my clients with proven strategies to manage and overcome grief, depression, anxiety, and fear resulting from abuse and loss.
I have also provided couples counseling for clients experiencing marital I have ample experience working with at risk populations, including juvenile offenders, adult offenders, and children who have been in placement with Children's Protective Services.
I, Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas with over 43 years of relevant post-Masters experience. My goal is to help my clients realize success in their personal and professional lives. I have excellent Spanish and English language skills, and extensive cultural diversity and gender identity training. In addition to expertise in trauma resolution, stress management, and anger management. I provide my clients with proven strategies to manage and overcome grief, depression, anxiety, and fear resulting from abuse and loss.
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Frustrated with doing it your way and getting no results? Not 100% sure that therapy works? No one in your family has ever gone to therapy? It's time you break through the stigma of going to therapy and change your life. Therapy is not only about what you give but more about what you get. You put so much time, energy, money, and effort into every other area of your life except where you need it most...on yourself! Life's difficulties can touch your family, marriage, work, relationships, and more. It is time you take your peace and progression into consideration. Be intentional about your purpose of making progress.
Frustrated with doing it your way and getting no results? Not 100% sure that therapy works? No one in your family has ever gone to therapy? It's time you break through the stigma of going to therapy and change your life. Therapy is not only about what you give but more about what you get. You put so much time, energy, money, and effort into every other area of your life except where you need it most...on yourself! Life's difficulties can touch your family, marriage, work, relationships, and more. It is time you take your peace and progression into consideration. Be intentional about your purpose of making progress.
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Myrto Alampanou
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPA, CCTP-II, CCATP, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage, or life changes? As an affirming, culturally competent, and sex-positive expat therapist, I get it. Our sessions will be a safe place where you are accepted, validated, and treated with respect. This way, you can process, practice, learn, and grow. We will mix and match different interventions, to create a personalized action plan that best fits your own needs, preferences, and goals for therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage, or life changes? As an affirming, culturally competent, and sex-positive expat therapist, I get it. Our sessions will be a safe place where you are accepted, validated, and treated with respect. This way, you can process, practice, learn, and grow. We will mix and match different interventions, to create a personalized action plan that best fits your own needs, preferences, and goals for therapy.
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Ashley graduated in 2015 with her Masters of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas Woman’s University. She is currently working towards her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy, also at Texas Woman’s University. Ashley has over 7 years of clinical experience and employs a Solution Focused and Narrative approach in the therapy room. She has experience in working with families, couples, and individuals who have experienced a multitude of presenting issues. Ashley wants to hear your story, and she wants to help find solutions to the issues that are brought into the room.
Ashley graduated in 2015 with her Masters of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas Woman’s University. She is currently working towards her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy, also at Texas Woman’s University. Ashley has over 7 years of clinical experience and employs a Solution Focused and Narrative approach in the therapy room. She has experience in working with families, couples, and individuals who have experienced a multitude of presenting issues. Ashley wants to hear your story, and she wants to help find solutions to the issues that are brought into the room.
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I am a licensed professional counselor with over 25 years of experience. I am trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist and work with individuals, couples, and families. I help people overcome problems in life and to find solutions to challenges as they come. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may be of service. I approach therapy from a systemic point of view. I collaborate with my clients to identify problem areas and to determine beneficial solutions to the problem. I have experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and family or marital issues.
I am a licensed professional counselor with over 25 years of experience. I am trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist and work with individuals, couples, and families. I help people overcome problems in life and to find solutions to challenges as they come. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may be of service. I approach therapy from a systemic point of view. I collaborate with my clients to identify problem areas and to determine beneficial solutions to the problem. I have experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and family or marital issues.
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Patience Simms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT-A, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77018
I am a both a marriage/family therapist as well as an individual therapist.
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
I am a both a marriage/family therapist as well as an individual therapist.
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I have experience working with clients with anxiety, professional burnout, stress management, self-esteem, career counseling, couples counseling, and marriage and families issues.
HELLO! Let me start by saying Welcome to my page! Take a DEEP breath and enjoy this journey. The journey of recognizing that it time to connect with someone and begin working on your goals for change. I understand how difficult it is to be in this space, where you not only have to find a therapist. But then you log on to this website and others and have to shift through tons of profiles, hoping to connect with the right person. I hope that my page is the last stop in your journey to find someone to not only listen to you but help support you during this difficult time.
I have experience working with clients with anxiety, professional burnout, stress management, self-esteem, career counseling, couples counseling, and marriage and families issues.
HELLO! Let me start by saying Welcome to my page! Take a DEEP breath and enjoy this journey. The journey of recognizing that it time to connect with someone and begin working on your goals for change. I understand how difficult it is to be in this space, where you not only have to find a therapist. But then you log on to this website and others and have to shift through tons of profiles, hoping to connect with the right person. I hope that my page is the last stop in your journey to find someone to not only listen to you but help support you during this difficult time.
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Benetta Ernestine
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
My name is Dr. Benetta Ernestine and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, National CertifiedCounselor, and National Certified School Counselor in the state of Texas. Additionally, I also possess licensure for Marriage and Family Therapy in the state of Louisiana. My educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Southern University, Master's degree in Counseling from Southern University, and a doctorate in Counseling from the University of New Orleans. I received additional training in Family Mediation from Loyola Law School.
My name is Dr. Benetta Ernestine and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, National CertifiedCounselor, and National Certified School Counselor in the state of Texas. Additionally, I also possess licensure for Marriage and Family Therapy in the state of Louisiana. My educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Southern University, Master's degree in Counseling from Southern University, and a doctorate in Counseling from the University of New Orleans. I received additional training in Family Mediation from Loyola Law School.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFC, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
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Wendi M. Grant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77044 (Online Only)
I am experienced in vast area of mental health including: crisis intervention, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, stress, life transitions, LGBTQ, and marriage and family.
As a Psychotherapist, my goal is to provide clients with a safe and supportive space to distort negative thoughts and behaviors and learn new skills to live a more productive life. My therapeutic modality is collaborative based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, with my style being Person Centered. With us working together we can build on your strengths that you already possess and gain a renewed sense of purpose.
I am experienced in vast area of mental health including: crisis intervention, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, stress, life transitions, LGBTQ, and marriage and family.
As a Psychotherapist, my goal is to provide clients with a safe and supportive space to distort negative thoughts and behaviors and learn new skills to live a more productive life. My therapeutic modality is collaborative based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, with my style being Person Centered. With us working together we can build on your strengths that you already possess and gain a renewed sense of purpose.
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I specialize in individual & relationship & have coached and counseled aged & disabled Texans who have found themselves in life threatening situations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, self-neglect, marital conflict and crisis intervention.
Greetings everyone. Teletherapy offers the exceptional opportunity for a therapist or life coach and client to facilitate an environment that encourages understanding, clarity, and growth. In this environment the client and therapist identity areas for work, as well as create a path that leads to understanding and empowerment. What is teletherapy? Teletherapy involves the use of real-time interactive video conferencing between a therapist and client(s) to communicate and provide care remotely with the requirement of being in the same location.
I specialize in individual & relationship & have coached and counseled aged & disabled Texans who have found themselves in life threatening situations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, self-neglect, marital conflict and crisis intervention.
Greetings everyone. Teletherapy offers the exceptional opportunity for a therapist or life coach and client to facilitate an environment that encourages understanding, clarity, and growth. In this environment the client and therapist identity areas for work, as well as create a path that leads to understanding and empowerment. What is teletherapy? Teletherapy involves the use of real-time interactive video conferencing between a therapist and client(s) to communicate and provide care remotely with the requirement of being in the same location.
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Cecelia Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CART, BCPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77043 (Online Only)
Jeremiah 29:11 Says; For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord; plans of good and not evil, to give you a future & a hope. Experiencing a breakdown in functioning, communication, depression, grief, marital issues, trauma, abuse, etc. I am here to help you live a more productive life. I provide Christian Counseling for Individuals, Pre-marital and Marriage Counseling to Adults Only.
Jeremiah 29:11 Says; For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord; plans of good and not evil, to give you a future & a hope. Experiencing a breakdown in functioning, communication, depression, grief, marital issues, trauma, abuse, etc. I am here to help you live a more productive life. I provide Christian Counseling for Individuals, Pre-marital and Marriage Counseling to Adults Only.
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Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field. I work with clients ages 13 and above who have depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am most comfortable working with clients who are self-motivated and do not have active addictions or suicidality. I use a Carl Rogers' client-centered approach with the gentleness of unconditional positive regard is one that describes my own. I also incorporate a mindfulness-based approach using self-compassion and awareness. My approach is holistic and eclectic and I customize the approach to each client's unique needs and openness.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field. I work with clients ages 13 and above who have depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am most comfortable working with clients who are self-motivated and do not have active addictions or suicidality. I use a Carl Rogers' client-centered approach with the gentleness of unconditional positive regard is one that describes my own. I also incorporate a mindfulness-based approach using self-compassion and awareness. My approach is holistic and eclectic and I customize the approach to each client's unique needs and openness.
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I have a Bachelor's degree from Baylor University, a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Let's face it. We all experience situations and circumstances in our lives that challenge and inhibit us from fully thriving. I am passionate in coming alongside those who are hurting and those who desire a fresh, objective perspective to get through the stuck areas of their life. My approach is simple... meet people where they are, listen to them and approach their issue with well-researched treatment modalities.
I have a Bachelor's degree from Baylor University, a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Let's face it. We all experience situations and circumstances in our lives that challenge and inhibit us from fully thriving. I am passionate in coming alongside those who are hurting and those who desire a fresh, objective perspective to get through the stuck areas of their life. My approach is simple... meet people where they are, listen to them and approach their issue with well-researched treatment modalities.
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Neural-Pathway Therapy and Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, , LPC, LSOTP, CART
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77061
I have extensive experience in couples and marital Therapy. I consider a comprehensive approach in every client I serve. I provide individual counseling for trauma related and unresolved family of origin issues. I also have a particular focus in working with minority youth between the ages of 12-19, who have been involved with the juvenile justice system or need intervention to preclude them from the justice system.
I have extensive experience in couples and marital Therapy. I consider a comprehensive approach in every client I serve. I provide individual counseling for trauma related and unresolved family of origin issues. I also have a particular focus in working with minority youth between the ages of 12-19, who have been involved with the juvenile justice system or need intervention to preclude them from the justice system.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.