Strength-Based Therapists in La Porte, TX

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McKenna Ziats
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
La Porte, TX 77571
Hi there! My name is McKenna Ziats, I am an LPC that is located in the greater Houston area. I work with individuals, couples, and teens. I specialize in working with clients to address anxiety, depression, and stress management by providing a supportive space to explore their feelings and experiences. Together, we identify triggers and develop coping strategies tailored to their needs. Additionally, I help clients establish healthy boundaries, empowering them to communicate their needs and cultivate healthier relationships with themselves and others. My goal is to foster resilience and promote emotional well-being.
Hi there! My name is McKenna Ziats, I am an LPC that is located in the greater Houston area. I work with individuals, couples, and teens. I specialize in working with clients to address anxiety, depression, and stress management by providing a supportive space to explore their feelings and experiences. Together, we identify triggers and develop coping strategies tailored to their needs. Additionally, I help clients establish healthy boundaries, empowering them to communicate their needs and cultivate healthier relationships with themselves and others. My goal is to foster resilience and promote emotional well-being.
(346) 642-5480 View (346) 642-5480
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Clare Zaborowski
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
I am a LPC-Associate, under the Supervision of Judi Bloom, LPC-S. I want to help you or help you find someone who can. Everyone has struggles and sometimes we all need help. As a counselor, I believe in my client’s ability to grow, heal, and live their life to its most authentic and fullest potential. It is my job to support and sometimes challenge my clients to explore their lives, emotions, behaviors, and relationships and help them achieve their own personal wellness. I think that when a client feels seen and understood without judgement, healing is possible.
I am a LPC-Associate, under the Supervision of Judi Bloom, LPC-S. I want to help you or help you find someone who can. Everyone has struggles and sometimes we all need help. As a counselor, I believe in my client’s ability to grow, heal, and live their life to its most authentic and fullest potential. It is my job to support and sometimes challenge my clients to explore their lives, emotions, behaviors, and relationships and help them achieve their own personal wellness. I think that when a client feels seen and understood without judgement, healing is possible.
(346) 485-5768 View (346) 485-5768
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Night Owl Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571  (Online Only)
We are 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing affordable and accessible mental health care and peer recovery support to the nightlife industry workers, artists, and entertainers in Texas. While our $40 sessions are exclusively available to artists and industry workers, anyone not within these groups can still receive therapy. Proceeds from each therapy session contribute to funding affordable therapy for an artist or industry worker (including bartenders, comedians, DJs, poets, painters, and adult entertainers, among others).
We are 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing affordable and accessible mental health care and peer recovery support to the nightlife industry workers, artists, and entertainers in Texas. While our $40 sessions are exclusively available to artists and industry workers, anyone not within these groups can still receive therapy. Proceeds from each therapy session contribute to funding affordable therapy for an artist or industry worker (including bartenders, comedians, DJs, poets, painters, and adult entertainers, among others).
(281) 317-6778 View (281) 317-6778
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Patricia Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Porte, TX 77571
I am Dr. Patricia Shaw, a licensed therapist. I have over 28 years experience teaching, supervising, and practicing evidenced-based approaches for those experiencing issues with addiction, trauma. depression, relationships, and a wide variety of other life challenges. I am licensed in Texas with over 28 years of professional work experience. I typically work with clients experiencing challenges with stress and anxiety, sexual identity, coping with addictions, marital and relationship issues, & trauma and abuse.
I am Dr. Patricia Shaw, a licensed therapist. I have over 28 years experience teaching, supervising, and practicing evidenced-based approaches for those experiencing issues with addiction, trauma. depression, relationships, and a wide variety of other life challenges. I am licensed in Texas with over 28 years of professional work experience. I typically work with clients experiencing challenges with stress and anxiety, sexual identity, coping with addictions, marital and relationship issues, & trauma and abuse.
(281) 524-4391 View (281) 524-4391
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Ana Valenzuela
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, LCDC, CTRP-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in addressing the nuanced needs of individuals affected by racial and complex trauma and those seeking multicultural counseling. I understand that trauma and cultural factors can deeply impact emotional well-being and personal growth. My extensive background equips me to provide a safe, empathetic space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward healing and resilience.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in addressing the nuanced needs of individuals affected by racial and complex trauma and those seeking multicultural counseling. I understand that trauma and cultural factors can deeply impact emotional well-being and personal growth. My extensive background equips me to provide a safe, empathetic space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward healing and resilience.
(346) 536-4019 View (346) 536-4019
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Dawn Hebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
La Porte, TX 77571
Waitlist for new clients
I am a LPC in Texas and Louisiana with 25+ years’ experience including supporting children, adolescents, adult’s and families. My experience as an individual and group therapist includes settings in private and outpatient therapy, therapeutic foster care, psychiatric hospitalization, an academic boarding program, a Christian private school, a residential program for survivors of sex trafficking, substance abuse treatment and prison release/re-entry programs. Areas of specialized training include Trauma/PTSD, sexual abuse, ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationships, anger/stress management and communication.
I am a LPC in Texas and Louisiana with 25+ years’ experience including supporting children, adolescents, adult’s and families. My experience as an individual and group therapist includes settings in private and outpatient therapy, therapeutic foster care, psychiatric hospitalization, an academic boarding program, a Christian private school, a residential program for survivors of sex trafficking, substance abuse treatment and prison release/re-entry programs. Areas of specialized training include Trauma/PTSD, sexual abuse, ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationships, anger/stress management and communication.
(281) 502-8977 View (281) 502-8977
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Renee Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
Every season of life can present us with challenges we never expected. Are you tired of feeling stuck, unhappy, anxious, or depressed? I would love to be a part of your journey and talk about ways you can change your thinking and start living the life you’ve always wanted. I work with clients from age 5 to adult experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, & more.
Every season of life can present us with challenges we never expected. Are you tired of feeling stuck, unhappy, anxious, or depressed? I would love to be a part of your journey and talk about ways you can change your thinking and start living the life you’ve always wanted. I work with clients from age 5 to adult experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, & more.
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Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center, Pasadena
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center Pasadena exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. We are a team of experts eager to partner with clients from all backgrounds, needs, and experiences in their journey to hope and healing.
Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center Pasadena exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. We are a team of experts eager to partner with clients from all backgrounds, needs, and experiences in their journey to hope and healing.
(281) 549-8208 View (281) 549-8208
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Chelsea R Hughes
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
I am a Master’s level Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at the University of Houston – Clear Lake. My approach to counseling is all about partnership. I believe in creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. My role is to support and guide you as we work together to identify and achieve the goals that are most important to you. Your insights and experiences are valuable in this process, and I’m here to help you harness them on your path to personal growth and well-being.
I am a Master’s level Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at the University of Houston – Clear Lake. My approach to counseling is all about partnership. I believe in creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. My role is to support and guide you as we work together to identify and achieve the goals that are most important to you. Your insights and experiences are valuable in this process, and I’m here to help you harness them on your path to personal growth and well-being.
(713) 527-2295 View (713) 527-2295
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Sherry Ash,MEd,LPC,EMDRCertified
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
Not accepting new clients
Most all of us could benefit from support at some point in our lives. Are you in the midst of making a life changing decision? Are you finding that you are repeating similar patterns of behavior that lead no where? Are your emotions difficult to manage? If you are struggling in this world personally, professionally, or socially, you do not have to walk your journey alone. I encourage you to reach out to a mental health specialist who can offer the professional support that will help you to make any changes necessary to live the life you desire to live.
Most all of us could benefit from support at some point in our lives. Are you in the midst of making a life changing decision? Are you finding that you are repeating similar patterns of behavior that lead no where? Are your emotions difficult to manage? If you are struggling in this world personally, professionally, or socially, you do not have to walk your journey alone. I encourage you to reach out to a mental health specialist who can offer the professional support that will help you to make any changes necessary to live the life you desire to live.
(713) 804-8769 View (713) 804-8769

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Judy Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598
She is passionate about providing trauma-informed care to individuals utilizing a strength-based approach and a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mind-body approaches to help people feel empowered to heal and grow.
Judy Garcia, MS, LPC Associate is a US Air Force veteran and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a diverse array of educational, career, and life experiences treating and supporting individuals with various needs and conditions. Her focus is on working with children, adolescents, and some adults who have challenges related to low self-esteem, ADHD, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioral regulation, and trauma. Judy is supervised by Erika Willis, LPCS, LSSP.
She is passionate about providing trauma-informed care to individuals utilizing a strength-based approach and a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mind-body approaches to help people feel empowered to heal and grow.
Judy Garcia, MS, LPC Associate is a US Air Force veteran and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a diverse array of educational, career, and life experiences treating and supporting individuals with various needs and conditions. Her focus is on working with children, adolescents, and some adults who have challenges related to low self-esteem, ADHD, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioral regulation, and trauma. Judy is supervised by Erika Willis, LPCS, LSSP.
(346) 483-2206 View (346) 483-2206
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Mario Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the great state of Texas. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas-Pan American and a minor in mathematics. I have 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I have enjoyed every bit of it! I have been a case manager, skills trainer, an emergency psychiatric screener for the mental health authority of the Rio Grande Valley, Tropical Texas Behavioral Health.
am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the great state of Texas. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas-Pan American and a minor in mathematics. I have 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I have enjoyed every bit of it! I have been a case manager, skills trainer, an emergency psychiatric screener for the mental health authority of the Rio Grande Valley, Tropical Texas Behavioral Health.
(832) 735-7179 View (832) 735-7179
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Rosalyn Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598
Are you feeling anxious? What about having a low mood or low energy? Let's talk about it. Do you find that these things are getting in the way of you enjoying life and having good relationships? There's something underlying your feelings and your feelings are trying to tell you something. Let's explore them together.
Are you feeling anxious? What about having a low mood or low energy? Let's talk about it. Do you find that these things are getting in the way of you enjoying life and having good relationships? There's something underlying your feelings and your feelings are trying to tell you something. Let's explore them together.
(803) 681-3358 View (803) 681-3358
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Amber Dumas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Amber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving adults ages 18 and beyond in Vermont and Texas. I am currently based in Dallas, TX, I'm passionate about empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. With a focus on strength-based approaches, I believe in harnessing your innate resilience and capabilities to navigate life's challenges. My goal is to help you unlock your full potential and lead a more meaningful and authentic life.
Hello, I'm Amber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving adults ages 18 and beyond in Vermont and Texas. I am currently based in Dallas, TX, I'm passionate about empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. With a focus on strength-based approaches, I believe in harnessing your innate resilience and capabilities to navigate life's challenges. My goal is to help you unlock your full potential and lead a more meaningful and authentic life.
(346) 258-7492 View (346) 258-7492
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Taylor Leann Whitely
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baytown, TX 77520
Taylor is an LPC Associate supervised by Hope Brown M.A., LPC-S. Taylor values creating a safe and genuinely supportive therapeutic relationship grounded in warmth, trust, and mutual respect. Taylor recognizes that each person’s life experiences and barriers are unique and therefore strives to explore different interventions and resources to assist in successful therapeutic outcomes. She values collaborative goal setting, which aims to achieve the wellness goals that the client believes are most important.
Taylor is an LPC Associate supervised by Hope Brown M.A., LPC-S. Taylor values creating a safe and genuinely supportive therapeutic relationship grounded in warmth, trust, and mutual respect. Taylor recognizes that each person’s life experiences and barriers are unique and therefore strives to explore different interventions and resources to assist in successful therapeutic outcomes. She values collaborative goal setting, which aims to achieve the wellness goals that the client believes are most important.
(281) 962-7880 View (281) 962-7880
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Alejandro Galindo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, TX 77505  (Online Only)
In therapy, I utilize relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and Gottman approaches to assist my clients in meeting their goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas with seven years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with clients to help them navigate their trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and much more. After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology in New York City, I decided to continue my education in Texas, earning my Master of Arts in Family Therapy from the University of Houston–Clear Lake.
In therapy, I utilize relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and Gottman approaches to assist my clients in meeting their goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas with seven years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with clients to help them navigate their trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and much more. After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology in New York City, I decided to continue my education in Texas, earning my Master of Arts in Family Therapy from the University of Houston–Clear Lake.
(346) 214-1828 View (346) 214-1828
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Sharon Heath
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
I believe the Beatles were onto something when they said, "All you need is love." We often make plans, only to have them derailed by unexpected situations that throw us off balance and lead to dysregulation. Motivation, inspiration, faith, and hope can quickly be replaced by confusion, cynicism, anxiety, depression, or even hopelessness. The reality is that we all need validation—to feel seen and heard. It's often not just the situation itself that causes distress, but the lack of feeling acknowledged and understood afterward that contributes to our mental turmoil.
I believe the Beatles were onto something when they said, "All you need is love." We often make plans, only to have them derailed by unexpected situations that throw us off balance and lead to dysregulation. Motivation, inspiration, faith, and hope can quickly be replaced by confusion, cynicism, anxiety, depression, or even hopelessness. The reality is that we all need validation—to feel seen and heard. It's often not just the situation itself that causes distress, but the lack of feeling acknowledged and understood afterward that contributes to our mental turmoil.
(346) 521-3394 View (346) 521-3394
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Tanya de Koning
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
My passion is helping adults, teens, and children find healing from trauma-related challenges and relational hardships. As a Christian therapist, I enjoy helping clients find freedom from anything limiting them from walking in their true identity. I am trained in play therapy, am a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner, and have worked over a decade with those who have experienced challenges related to trauma, foster care/adoption and domestic violence. Additionally, my background includes working with couples and strengthening relationships from various walks of life.
My passion is helping adults, teens, and children find healing from trauma-related challenges and relational hardships. As a Christian therapist, I enjoy helping clients find freedom from anything limiting them from walking in their true identity. I am trained in play therapy, am a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner, and have worked over a decade with those who have experienced challenges related to trauma, foster care/adoption and domestic violence. Additionally, my background includes working with couples and strengthening relationships from various walks of life.
(281) 915-1325 View (281) 915-1325
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Tushanna Price
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
(409) 204-5908 x409218 View (409) 204-5908 x409218
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Briana Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
Healing is a dynamic and individualized process, shaped by your unique experiences, strengths, and aspirations. It's about exploring emotions, beliefs, and patterns that may be holding you back while nurturing new perspectives and skills to support your well-being. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply guidance through life’s transitions, Im here to provide a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Healing is a dynamic and individualized process, shaped by your unique experiences, strengths, and aspirations. It's about exploring emotions, beliefs, and patterns that may be holding you back while nurturing new perspectives and skills to support your well-being. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply guidance through life’s transitions, Im here to provide a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
(469) 972-5293 View (469) 972-5293

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Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.