Couples Counseling Therapists in McKinney, TX

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Nancy G Millico, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Therapy can be very helpful in addressing problems you may be having in your life. If you struggle with relationship problems, decision making, depression, anxiety, self esteem, impluse control, trauma, substance abuse, grief, addiction or life transitions; I can provide a neutral non-judgmental space to explore and resolve these issues. Many people believe they should be able to solve problems on their own and seek help often waiting until the situation has grown unmanageable. However, early interventions and proactive actions tend to lesson the impact of painful experiences, allowing you to move past problems more easily and quickly.
Therapy can be very helpful in addressing problems you may be having in your life. If you struggle with relationship problems, decision making, depression, anxiety, self esteem, impluse control, trauma, substance abuse, grief, addiction or life transitions; I can provide a neutral non-judgmental space to explore and resolve these issues. Many people believe they should be able to solve problems on their own and seek help often waiting until the situation has grown unmanageable. However, early interventions and proactive actions tend to lesson the impact of painful experiences, allowing you to move past problems more easily and quickly.
(805) 322-8715 View (805) 322-8715
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Tannaz Moein
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
(972) 635-4854 View (972) 635-4854
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Paul Allen Shearer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75071
From my heart to your heart - to the heart of the matter. Whether its trauma, abuse, abandonment, grief, addiction, or the end of a significant relationship, we all have unfinished business to sort through. Individuals usually know what to do when they enter into therapy, but anxiety, fear, depression, and maladaptive patterns of coping keep them stuck in repetitive cycles of unhappiness. More than a diagnosis, you are a human being hoping to reclaim that better part of yourself. Through guidance in a nurturing environment, personal growth and self acceptance are possible.
From my heart to your heart - to the heart of the matter. Whether its trauma, abuse, abandonment, grief, addiction, or the end of a significant relationship, we all have unfinished business to sort through. Individuals usually know what to do when they enter into therapy, but anxiety, fear, depression, and maladaptive patterns of coping keep them stuck in repetitive cycles of unhappiness. More than a diagnosis, you are a human being hoping to reclaim that better part of yourself. Through guidance in a nurturing environment, personal growth and self acceptance are possible.
(972) 284-0834 View (972) 284-0834
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Alyssa Marie Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
When working with families and couples, I often include attachment work. Attachment work can be pivotal when guiding families and couples towards healthier dynamics and communication. I have experience working with children, adolescence, young adults, and families. Some topics I have addressed in counseling include, but are not limited to depression, abandonment, Grief, childhood, trauma, domestic violence, work burnout, insecure attachments, and anxiety. Additionally, I have a background in behavioral therapy and working with students with various learning disabilities.
When working with families and couples, I often include attachment work. Attachment work can be pivotal when guiding families and couples towards healthier dynamics and communication. I have experience working with children, adolescence, young adults, and families. Some topics I have addressed in counseling include, but are not limited to depression, abandonment, Grief, childhood, trauma, domestic violence, work burnout, insecure attachments, and anxiety. Additionally, I have a background in behavioral therapy and working with students with various learning disabilities.
(972) 382-5685 View (972) 382-5685
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Ariel White
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072
Let’s build the healthy relationships you deserve, starting with the most important one: the relationship.
Welcome! I'm delighted you stopped by to learn a bit about me. I'm a therapist who believes that the essence of well-being lies in building healthy, meaningful relationships, whether they're with family, friends, or yourself. Raised in the heart of St. Louis, MO, I bring Midwest warmth to the Lone Star State, which has been nothing short of wonderful to me.
Let’s build the healthy relationships you deserve, starting with the most important one: the relationship.
Welcome! I'm delighted you stopped by to learn a bit about me. I'm a therapist who believes that the essence of well-being lies in building healthy, meaningful relationships, whether they're with family, friends, or yourself. Raised in the heart of St. Louis, MO, I bring Midwest warmth to the Lone Star State, which has been nothing short of wonderful to me.
(940) 532-5323 View (940) 532-5323
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Dr. Charette Dersch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072  (Online Only)
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
(214) 390-9357 View (214) 390-9357
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Lindsay Ballinger
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes talking with someone else can provide a new outlook and comfort. I believe that through the therapeutic relationship individuals can receive the support they need to help them through the up and down moments of life. I focus on what each individual client needs and desires to change in the therapeutic setting. I work from a primarily Cognitive-Behavioral perspective, focusing on the link between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as it pertains to current symptoms and behavioral presentation. Therapy is a personal and individual journey, but I believe the journey does not have to occur alone.
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes talking with someone else can provide a new outlook and comfort. I believe that through the therapeutic relationship individuals can receive the support they need to help them through the up and down moments of life. I focus on what each individual client needs and desires to change in the therapeutic setting. I work from a primarily Cognitive-Behavioral perspective, focusing on the link between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as it pertains to current symptoms and behavioral presentation. Therapy is a personal and individual journey, but I believe the journey does not have to occur alone.
(469) 620-8396 View (469) 620-8396
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Karina Streitenberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Not accepting new clients
I also has experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, and sport performance.
Life can be challenging and obstacles can arise at anytime. I am here to help you learn the tools you will need to live a healthier and more fulfilling life.
I also has experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, and sport performance.
Life can be challenging and obstacles can arise at anytime. I am here to help you learn the tools you will need to live a healthier and more fulfilling life.
(469) 502-6180 View (469) 502-6180
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Noelle Bevelhymer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you. My role in therapy is to be with you, to share in your experience and to help you achieve your own resolution and inner peace. Our relationship is built on trust, compassion and understanding all of which are the foundation in developing a successful treatment outcome.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you. My role in therapy is to be with you, to share in your experience and to help you achieve your own resolution and inner peace. Our relationship is built on trust, compassion and understanding all of which are the foundation in developing a successful treatment outcome.
(972) 694-1857 View (972) 694-1857
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Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072  (Online Only)
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
(469) 472-5167 View (469) 472-5167
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Meredith Kriz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
No matter what your struggles may be, my goal is to meet you where you are, help identify your strengths and build on those as we work toward the change you desire. My clients feel heard, and they are equipped with tools to find balance in their daily lives. Whether people come because they are depressed or overwhelmed with anxiety, their marriage is in trouble or they want to strengthen a strong relationship, my goal is the same: we manage immediate challenges while developing a plan to confront the deeper issues that prevent them from leading a balanced life.
No matter what your struggles may be, my goal is to meet you where you are, help identify your strengths and build on those as we work toward the change you desire. My clients feel heard, and they are equipped with tools to find balance in their daily lives. Whether people come because they are depressed or overwhelmed with anxiety, their marriage is in trouble or they want to strengthen a strong relationship, my goal is the same: we manage immediate challenges while developing a plan to confront the deeper issues that prevent them from leading a balanced life.
(469) 518-7249 View (469) 518-7249
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David LaPell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I have a wealth of knowledge and skills in couples therapy to improve communication and reduce distress.
I specialize in treating individuals with ADHD, emotional or sexual trauma, anxiety-based disorders, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, pornography addiction, family members of addicts and alcoholics, and dissociative disorders. Additionally, I have substantial experience working with teens to address issues related to self-esteem.
I have a wealth of knowledge and skills in couples therapy to improve communication and reduce distress.
I specialize in treating individuals with ADHD, emotional or sexual trauma, anxiety-based disorders, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, pornography addiction, family members of addicts and alcoholics, and dissociative disorders. Additionally, I have substantial experience working with teens to address issues related to self-esteem.
(512) 768-2731 View (512) 768-2731
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Brandy Porche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
(469) 436-9298 View (469) 436-9298
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DeeDee Shoubaki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
(214) 949-8303 View (214) 949-8303
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Eric Tooley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, CCPS, IAT, CCBRT-C
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I was also the partner of a sex addict that destroyed my first marriage.
I help clients struggling with sexual issues and how those affect their relationships. Pornography use, affairs, emotional affairs, and online affairs can have a devastating effect on our primary relationship. How do you stop the behavior that is doing the damage? How can you repair the damage that has been done? Is the relationship salvageable at all? I can help. If you are not in a primary relationship, I can show you how the above behaviors may be keeping you from the successful intimate relationship that you desire.
I was also the partner of a sex addict that destroyed my first marriage.
I help clients struggling with sexual issues and how those affect their relationships. Pornography use, affairs, emotional affairs, and online affairs can have a devastating effect on our primary relationship. How do you stop the behavior that is doing the damage? How can you repair the damage that has been done? Is the relationship salvageable at all? I can help. If you are not in a primary relationship, I can show you how the above behaviors may be keeping you from the successful intimate relationship that you desire.
(972) 433-5585 View (972) 433-5585
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Philip Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Philip offers a comfortable, non-judgmental space for teens, adult individuals, couples and families. Skilled in treating generalized and social anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship concerns, guilt, anger, addictions, parenting concerns and more, Philip is passionate about helping others achieve improved quality of life. Philip can also help with major life transitions, family conflict, and couples concerns of any kind. Philip takes an affirming approach to all belief systems, and enjoys working with LGBQIA+ populations.
Philip offers a comfortable, non-judgmental space for teens, adult individuals, couples and families. Skilled in treating generalized and social anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship concerns, guilt, anger, addictions, parenting concerns and more, Philip is passionate about helping others achieve improved quality of life. Philip can also help with major life transitions, family conflict, and couples concerns of any kind. Philip takes an affirming approach to all belief systems, and enjoys working with LGBQIA+ populations.
(972) 846-9230 View (972) 846-9230
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Tereza Sampululu
Psychological Associate, MC, LPA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Now Accepting NEW Clients! I think of myself as solution-oriented and I feel privileged to be able to support and witness clients grow and overcome challenges they face in their day-to-day lives. I work with individuals and families, and have a special interest in working with couples as they work through and navigate relationship challenges, transitional periods and working towards creating stronger bonds. My educational and professional background has afforded me the experience of supporting clients with various concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief & loss, and relationship issues–to name a few.
Now Accepting NEW Clients! I think of myself as solution-oriented and I feel privileged to be able to support and witness clients grow and overcome challenges they face in their day-to-day lives. I work with individuals and families, and have a special interest in working with couples as they work through and navigate relationship challenges, transitional periods and working towards creating stronger bonds. My educational and professional background has afforded me the experience of supporting clients with various concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief & loss, and relationship issues–to name a few.
(972) 299-3748 View (972) 299-3748
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Sharp Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Sharp Wellness helps clients overcome life’s obstacles to achieve a healthier and happier relationship with themselves and the world around them.
We have multiple therapists accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness works with high-functioning adults and adolescents ready to live their best lives. We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Millennials, Women's Issues, Parenting Stressors, and Self-Esteem.
Sharp Wellness helps clients overcome life’s obstacles to achieve a healthier and happier relationship with themselves and the world around them.
We have multiple therapists accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness works with high-functioning adults and adolescents ready to live their best lives. We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Millennials, Women's Issues, Parenting Stressors, and Self-Esteem.
(469) 599-2514 View (469) 599-2514
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Jo Ann Travis Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I believe everyone has exactly the tools they need to achieve their relationship goals whether it is addressing their 'inner critic', building a stronger relationship with their children or navigating changes in their marriage.
Accepting New Clients! - Our quality of life is directly linked to the healthiness of our relationships with ourselves, spouse, family, friends and co workers. I believe human beings are born with an innate need to be in relationship with one another and, for some, experiencing safe, connected, and intimate relationships can be a challenge. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support clients in a collaborative way to help remove barriers and roadblocks that may prevent them from living the life they envision. Ultimately, every person wants to be loved, to be heard, to be understood, leading to a more satisfying and meaningful life.
I believe everyone has exactly the tools they need to achieve their relationship goals whether it is addressing their 'inner critic', building a stronger relationship with their children or navigating changes in their marriage.
Accepting New Clients! - Our quality of life is directly linked to the healthiness of our relationships with ourselves, spouse, family, friends and co workers. I believe human beings are born with an innate need to be in relationship with one another and, for some, experiencing safe, connected, and intimate relationships can be a challenge. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support clients in a collaborative way to help remove barriers and roadblocks that may prevent them from living the life they envision. Ultimately, every person wants to be loved, to be heard, to be understood, leading to a more satisfying and meaningful life.
(469) 732-3832 View (469) 732-3832
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Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072  (Online Only)
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
(512) 890-3603 View (512) 890-3603
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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.