Couples Counseling Therapists in Killeen, TX

I am a 20 year Army Veteran trained in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Individual counseling techniques. I understand the unique stresses of military life. I have worked with military families both while in the Army and since. I use the Gottman Method for couples counseling. Gottman is considered the gold standard in Couples Counseling, it is one of the best researched therapies with one of the highest success rates.

Welcome to a transformative therapeutic journey! It was a big step to start that search. If your search was a way to finally get some help overcoming life’s challenges, heal your relationship, and discover more about yourself or your relationship, then I can definitely guide you. I am a passionate and empathetic therapist. My holistic approach embraces the mental and emotional connection to guide you toward self-discovery and healing. With a comprehensive background in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches, I create a safe space for clients to explore and navigate their unique journey towards emotional balance.

Candice is a dedicated therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University and over 20 years of military service as a behavioral health technician. She is pursuing specialty certifications in sexual therapy and couples and sex therapy counseling. As a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and EMDR-trained professional, Candice specializes in working with veterans, military families, PTSD, sexual trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, open relationships, infidelity, depression, anxiety, and more.

I am most drawn to working with clients who actively engage in the therapeutic process and demonstrate a willingness to confront challenges with openness and honesty. Clients who are motivated to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and actively participate in setting and working towards their therapeutic goals. Clients open to feedback, willing to try new strategies or techniques, and committed to personal growth and self-improvement. By collaborating with clients who are proactive and engaged, I believe we can cultivate a productive and enriching therapeutic relationship that promotes lasting change and fulfillment.

Reaching out to someone is an immense first step. If you don't know where to begin and don't really know what you are looking for, allow me to be your guide. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and certified school counselor with extensive experience in the public school system in varying capacities. As a therapist it is my goal to offer you the skills you need in order to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life in alignment with your own desires.

Waterloo Counseling Center is a nonprofit organization offering high quality, affordable therapy. We welcome the entire community and have an expertise in serving the LGBTQIA+ population, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans and people experiencing trauma. Waterloo accepts many forms of insurance and has a sliding scale based on income for people who are uninsured. We offer individual, couples and family therapy, as well as support groups for bisexual and gay men, trans women and trans men. Waterloo offers web-based therapy over a HIPAA-compliant connection (licensing requirements limit this service to residents of Texas).

In a world full of uncertainty, knowing who you are at your core is essential. This task becomes increasingly difficult with the comparison factor thriving with every swipe on social media. Here is where I can help you individually and as a couple. I can assist you in understanding your emotions, effective communication, career counseling, goal setting, decision making, habit change, conflict resolution, and coping skills.

Feeling stuck sucks. It’s exhausting, discouraging, and leaves you questioning everything. You want to have goals, and you want to be proud of the person you see in the mirror. But perfectionism and low self-esteem are getting in the way. And you’re exhausted from trying to outrun your past. Feel familiar? Please know you're not alone, and this feeling doesn't have to be your forever. Whatever comes next, I'm here to help. I can be your sidekick and your cheerleader. I will believe in you when you're having trouble believing in yourself.

Each of us reach a point in life where we need to pause, breathe, and restart. For some of us that restart will happen on our own for others of us that restart will require someone a few steps ahead of us to reach back and give use a hand. I would be honored to explore the obstacles in your life, identify the changes you want and deserve while providing you the tools to create a life that you are proud to show the world!

Nowadays, world events have more impact on our individual lives than in the past. Despite the desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle balance, these situations such as global pandemics have made it more difficult. Do you want to build relationships, change your career path, or simply live happier? If so, I am here to provide support and share effective strategies to make your goals a reality. I am here to listen, provide support and guidance.

Personal experiences can mold and transform us every bit of the way in our life journey. Here at M.P.C. we understand that many life experiences will enhance us, however, there are also challenging experiences that could trigger and mobilize a vicious cycle in our behaviors and attitudes towards life and others. At the end of the day, everyone deserves an opportunity to be wholesome and be able to breathe in their own skin. As therapists, our goal is to work towards partnering with you in your journey in learning healthy ways to cope, healing, self love, self actualization and wellbeing.

My name is Jennifer Costello and I am passionate about supporting your mental wellness. I have an earned doctor of behavioral health and a masters in social work. I am also an professor. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every client has the right to Thrive in their daily lives. If your tired of just surviving and you are ready to Thrive on Purpose, let's meet.

Join me in taking your first steps into counseling. I want to walk with you as you discover your strengths and work through difficulties that brought you here. I am a mindfulness and somatic based counselor who believes that our trauma and stress can be held within the body. Processing it in mindful ways aids us to moving on to greater things. Working at all stages of life, we face different demands and struggles. I work with couples and individuals based on their needs of the moment. I am also passionate about working within the LGBTQ+ community and helping others find a safe haven to feel better understood.

I’m really glad you’re here! Making the decision to invest in yourself and get the help you need is a really big deal, thank you for considering me to walk alongside you in your process. My style of therapy is very relational and person centered. I consider my role to be that of a collaborator with you as we work toward your goals together. I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own life, you are merely inviting me into your story and allowing me to join you on your journey toward whatever it is that you are seeking to better your life and your relationships.

As a therapist, building trust with my clients is at the heart of my practice. I understand the courage it takes to seek support and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. My commitment to you is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, where trust is the foundation for growth and positive change.

People say lots of things about therapy. Some are flowery, some are complicated, some are just way out there. So, let’s be real…what can therapy do for you? Even better, what can I do for you? I have trained for and gained experience in helping people solve problems. Whether those people are couples, part of a family, or just out there on their own, we all need other people to help us see what we do not see for themselves.

If you can change the way you think you can change the way you feel. I want to assist you in feeling better again by talking through a difficult time in your life. I’ve been trained in various types of therapy so I use different approaches to assist you in improving your life. I hope that by allowing me to join in your journey, we can meet your vision of a new and improved you or relationship.

I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance and provide a stong client centered approach and meet clients where they are in life. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, and Trauma Informed approach that fosters healing, growth, and change from within.

Are you searching for a counselor who values the therapeutic alliance and makes therapy a collaborative effort? Meet Richard Spires, a dedicated counselor who believes in working together with his clients to yield the best results. Richard's approach involves taking ample time to understand you and your issues. He regards this as crucial, since establishing a firm understanding of your problems forms the bedrock of the therapy process.