Therapists in Killeen, TX

Life has challenges. If you allow me to, I will be there to walk with you through your challenges. There will be times when the challenges seem greater than the gain. That’s when I will encourage you to address your challenges with acknowledgement, patience, tolerance, and acceptance which, if you’re willing, you will find a lesson about yourself within. I used a person centered approach with focus on self and insight within self.

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.

Do you have a child/ adolescent struggling with personal challenges? Does your family unit need a vital reset or reconnection?

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.

Imagine a place where you are listened to without judgement and given the space to unlock your potential. As a licensed therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of what it is like to struggle and a genuine commitment to your well-being.

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.

Life can bring storms that challenge us, creating different ways to try to calm the storm. I hope to help empower my clients to understand themselves, their bodies, & their needs to be able to approach the storms in a way that brings healing & calm. I specialize in working with children/adolescents and those with issues of body image (your view of your body, including size, racial identity, sexual identity, gender identity, abledness, age, and other views). Also, I work with all persons of ages to address concerns of anger, anxiety, social behaviors, self-esteem, sensory reactions, and adjusting to significant life events.

I have 9 years experience working with children and families. As a Registered Play Therapist, I offer a unique service to children who have experienced trauma and help them through the use of play. I also enjoy working with teens and adults.

Understanding ourselves can be hard at times, especially when we can't find the right words. Have you been fighting to be “okay” when you’re not? Are you having issues in your relationships or difficulty moving past childhood trauma? When was the last time you were truly able to connect with yourself? Life is always bringing us new challenges but there’s nothing that says you have to face it alone. Therapy doesn’t mean there’s something "wrong" with you, and we all can benefit from support at the right time. You can think of therapy as IT for your brain, and I'm here to support and walk with you on your journey to authenticity!

I am not taking new clients at this time. There are lots of different reasons why people seek therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for kids, teens and adults to process different life events. I am a client centered therapist who wants to help you find the best way to navigate your life.

I have 17 years specialized training & experience in body-centered psychotherapies, working with trauma, post traumatic stress & moral injury. Neuroscience confirms trauma resides in the body; we know the body's wisdom guides the release of trauma perfectly with adequate safety, effective "witnessing," & mindful inner attention. Distressing thoughts, beliefs & social inhibition are the primary barriers to the body's ability to release trauma & re-wire the neurological system in a transformational process that decades of "talk therapy" could never accomplish. These powerful, highly effective interventions assure the debilitating effects of trauma are no longer something people must "live with."

I have experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families from a diverse population, addressing a variety of issues, including sexual and childhood trauma, grief and loss, self-harming, conflict resolution, co-dependency, career and life transitions, and readjustment. I have considerable experience working with military personnel and first responders, addressing trauma related issues. I have also developed specialized programs for active duty military personnel dealing with the effects of combat related Post-Traumatic Stress and military sexual trauma, where I facilitated both group and individual counseling.

I specialize in working with children/adolescents with a variety of presenting symptoms. I understand that children must be counseled in the context of their family system and incorporate family therapy in my treatment processes. I have experience working with sexually and physically abused children, adolescents, and adults and those struggling with trauma reminders. I also work with individuals struggling with depression or behavior changes following a change in relationship dynamics such as divorce or military deployment. I offer sessions with and without my therapy dog-in-training, a sweet Bernedoodle named Sullivan.

When you go through something in your life that changes the way you view yourself, others, and your beliefs about the world, it can feel traumatic. I'm a certified clinical trauma specialist, so I'm here to hold a safe space for you to work through some of the life defining moments you've experienced. I'm here to help you make meaning of what you've gone through, and go from simply surviving to thriving. We can be structured in routine or change approach often. I offer fully virtual sessions to make treatment accessible for all.

I provide online counseling to English/Spanish speaking residents living in NY, NC, FL, and TX. If you are having difficulty with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, grief, conflicts brought on by financial problems, or PTSD, your concerns will be explored in a safe environment. Using a therapeutic approach that best fits your needs, I will assist you in making meaningful and significant progress. I will provide a confidential, non-judgmental and comfortable environment to help you work through your challenges and concerns.

As a therapist, my personal battles have granted me an intimacy with the struggles my clients face. I understand the reluctance to ask for help, especially in multicultural communities where mental health is often not taken seriously. Generational trauma and cultural expectations have woven intricate barriers around seeking assistance. It's a struggle I'm familiar with, and that familiarity is the cornerstone of the safe haven I strive to create for my clients. Consider working with me if you recognize that therapy can be a powerful tool for personal growth and healing, and you are ready to create positive changes in your life.

Hi there, welcome! I specialize in working with couples, but I love working with individuals with their relationships with both others and themselves. I enjoy working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples and identify as queer myself. I also love working with ENM/CNM/Poly folx and I have my Kink-Informed certification from the Sexual Health Alliance. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.