Therapists in Mesquite, TX
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Samuel-Alejandro De Maria Fuentes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75149 (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, and existential dread make living incredibly difficult by yourself. Clients often struggle with putting emotions into words, feeling seen or heard by those around them, and often think that they are the problem. These clients come seeking a way to change themselves if they are unable to affect visible change in their environment; coming to learn coping skills and feel like they are not dealing with these fears alone.
Anxiety, depression, and existential dread make living incredibly difficult by yourself. Clients often struggle with putting emotions into words, feeling seen or heard by those around them, and often think that they are the problem. These clients come seeking a way to change themselves if they are unable to affect visible change in their environment; coming to learn coping skills and feel like they are not dealing with these fears alone.
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Hello, my friend. I am Jonathan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of clinical experience. I have worked with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors with symptoms related to Addiction, Anger Management, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's Issues, Substance Use, Relationship Issues, and Stress. My client-centered approach uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Existential. I firmly believe that Life is a journey so let us make the most of it.
Hello, my friend. I am Jonathan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of clinical experience. I have worked with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors with symptoms related to Addiction, Anger Management, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's Issues, Substance Use, Relationship Issues, and Stress. My client-centered approach uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Existential. I firmly believe that Life is a journey so let us make the most of it.
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Tamika D Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
In life we all face obstacles that can leave us confused, scared and even anxious. These obstacles can affect our emotional state, our relationships with loved ones and even our careers. My desire is to help clients address these obstacles and reach their full potential. I will use a technical integration approach of researched based theoretical modalities to meet each clients individual needs.
In life we all face obstacles that can leave us confused, scared and even anxious. These obstacles can affect our emotional state, our relationships with loved ones and even our careers. My desire is to help clients address these obstacles and reach their full potential. I will use a technical integration approach of researched based theoretical modalities to meet each clients individual needs.
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Erin Tatum James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
I conduct a private practice with a main purpose of providing an environment in which individuals feel empowered to change the quality of their lives in regards to communication, relationships, and mental health. I have had a variety of experiences with adolescents, inpatient mental health hospitals, mobile psychological evaluations, intensive inpatient and outpatient assessments, marriage & family therapy, in-home counseling, and residential treatment centers. I also provide christian based counseling where there is a need. It is my counseling goal to help provide the skills needed to achieve full body wellness.
I conduct a private practice with a main purpose of providing an environment in which individuals feel empowered to change the quality of their lives in regards to communication, relationships, and mental health. I have had a variety of experiences with adolescents, inpatient mental health hospitals, mobile psychological evaluations, intensive inpatient and outpatient assessments, marriage & family therapy, in-home counseling, and residential treatment centers. I also provide christian based counseling where there is a need. It is my counseling goal to help provide the skills needed to achieve full body wellness.
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JM Counseling & Coaching Services - Joseph Massey
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75043
I have helped men, women, transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming and all members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I began my education in the mental health field and spent my initial years training with great counselors and working at all levels of treatment. I have worked with adults, adolescents and young adults. After many years of working for other treatment providers I made the decision in 2009 to open my own practice. In addition to my private practice, I co-host a podcast called Life, Lived Better and work with Foundation 45 an incredible non-profit organization in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area that assists individuals with suicide prevention, addiction and mental health awareness.
I have helped men, women, transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming and all members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I began my education in the mental health field and spent my initial years training with great counselors and working at all levels of treatment. I have worked with adults, adolescents and young adults. After many years of working for other treatment providers I made the decision in 2009 to open my own practice. In addition to my private practice, I co-host a podcast called Life, Lived Better and work with Foundation 45 an incredible non-profit organization in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area that assists individuals with suicide prevention, addiction and mental health awareness.
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Feeling sad, lonely, unmotivated, stuck? Need a helping hand with transitioning through life’s many challenges? You are not alone. Consider me a compassionate and understanding ally as we work together towards reaching individualized goals and helping you learn to live a happier, more fulfilling life. In a safe and supportive environment, I will take the journey alongside you while using a person-centered, humanistic approach in addressing your unique needs. Ever since working as a Kindergarten teacher in the Texas public school system for nearly a decade,
Feeling sad, lonely, unmotivated, stuck? Need a helping hand with transitioning through life’s many challenges? You are not alone. Consider me a compassionate and understanding ally as we work together towards reaching individualized goals and helping you learn to live a happier, more fulfilling life. In a safe and supportive environment, I will take the journey alongside you while using a person-centered, humanistic approach in addressing your unique needs. Ever since working as a Kindergarten teacher in the Texas public school system for nearly a decade,
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Do you feel like you’re missing something in life? Is something blocking you from experiencing your best life? Do you feel like you’re not enough? Do you life’s stumbling blocks derail your days or path to success? When these questions show up in our life, we may find ourselves dealing with anxiety, depression or trying to self-soothe in unhealthy ways. When you feel positive about yourself and your most intimate relationships, you experience daily joy, better connections, and are able to offer the best of yourself. In our work together, we discover answers and find a path forward.
Do you feel like you’re missing something in life? Is something blocking you from experiencing your best life? Do you feel like you’re not enough? Do you life’s stumbling blocks derail your days or path to success? When these questions show up in our life, we may find ourselves dealing with anxiety, depression or trying to self-soothe in unhealthy ways. When you feel positive about yourself and your most intimate relationships, you experience daily joy, better connections, and are able to offer the best of yourself. In our work together, we discover answers and find a path forward.
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My hope for all clients is that we discover together the imbalance, be it emotional, spirtiutal, or psychological that continues to challenge our well-being. We then work in concert together to integrate balance as a daily, conscious practice.
My hope for all clients is that we discover together the imbalance, be it emotional, spirtiutal, or psychological that continues to challenge our well-being. We then work in concert together to integrate balance as a daily, conscious practice.
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I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas (in person & virtual sessions) & Illinois (virtual only sessions) providing short and long-term therapy to adults (ages 18 and up). I have worked with individuals from all ranges of life including varying socio-economic status and different stages of life in settings like college counseling centers, community mental health, and forensic detention facilities. Some areas of interest to me are depression or difficult moods, troubling thought processes, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger management, recovery from trauma, and chronic relationship problems/marriage difficulties.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas (in person & virtual sessions) & Illinois (virtual only sessions) providing short and long-term therapy to adults (ages 18 and up). I have worked with individuals from all ranges of life including varying socio-economic status and different stages of life in settings like college counseling centers, community mental health, and forensic detention facilities. Some areas of interest to me are depression or difficult moods, troubling thought processes, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger management, recovery from trauma, and chronic relationship problems/marriage difficulties.
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Victoria Whitmire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience working with teens and families, including in crisis intervention counseling and emergency psychiatric services. She is passionate about helping youth and their families navigate past trauma, self-harm, behavioral issues, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety—or simply offering extra support in managing stress. Victoria earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Oklahoma State University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Texas-Arlington, with a direct practice in Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
Victoria Whitmire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience working with teens and families, including in crisis intervention counseling and emergency psychiatric services. She is passionate about helping youth and their families navigate past trauma, self-harm, behavioral issues, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety—or simply offering extra support in managing stress. Victoria earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Oklahoma State University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Texas-Arlington, with a direct practice in Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
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Cari Foote
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75030
Choosing a counselor is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible; someone willing to take the time to listen to your concerns and treat you as a person, not just a client. I understand this and will provide you with professional, solution-focused and evidenced based assessment and treatment to help you reach your goals. You can learn more about me and review the on-line parenting, anger management and drug & alcohol related classes I offer at: www.professionalcounseling.us.
Choosing a counselor is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible; someone willing to take the time to listen to your concerns and treat you as a person, not just a client. I understand this and will provide you with professional, solution-focused and evidenced based assessment and treatment to help you reach your goals. You can learn more about me and review the on-line parenting, anger management and drug & alcohol related classes I offer at: www.professionalcounseling.us.
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Nasreen Welden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75088
Weeknights Available. Are you seeking personal growth, healing, and lasting change? Perhaps you are in unknown spaces of your life, where transitions or change are calling you to shed what no longer serves you. Shame, anxiety, self-sabotage, and depression are often huge blocks in our lives. I work with individuals to cultivate a deep self-acceptance and self-connection so they may show up fully in their lives: empowered, balanced, calm, and standing in their truth. I offer a safe therapeutic space to illuminate the pathway to authenticity and healing. I also offer a deep understanding of emotional and narcissistic abuse.
Weeknights Available. Are you seeking personal growth, healing, and lasting change? Perhaps you are in unknown spaces of your life, where transitions or change are calling you to shed what no longer serves you. Shame, anxiety, self-sabotage, and depression are often huge blocks in our lives. I work with individuals to cultivate a deep self-acceptance and self-connection so they may show up fully in their lives: empowered, balanced, calm, and standing in their truth. I offer a safe therapeutic space to illuminate the pathway to authenticity and healing. I also offer a deep understanding of emotional and narcissistic abuse.
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CHART Counseling Services, Candace Thurman, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75210
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
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Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
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ACE T. Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75228
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
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I imagine it may feel difficult to start the process of therapy. Or, perhaps you're further along your therapy journey and are just looking for your next step. Regardless of where you're at in this process, I want to be able to support you on your path to health. As your therapist, I would be curious about how you currently navigate your world to get your needs met and goals achieved. Is it working for you? If not, maybe therapy can support you in the discomfort that can come from doing something differently. If you are ready heal and grow, I am excited to walk alongside you!
I imagine it may feel difficult to start the process of therapy. Or, perhaps you're further along your therapy journey and are just looking for your next step. Regardless of where you're at in this process, I want to be able to support you on your path to health. As your therapist, I would be curious about how you currently navigate your world to get your needs met and goals achieved. Is it working for you? If not, maybe therapy can support you in the discomfort that can come from doing something differently. If you are ready heal and grow, I am excited to walk alongside you!
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Samantha Allison-Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75228 (Online Only)
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist. Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment. Firstly, the mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist. Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment. Firstly, the mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
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Ashley Klein at Verus Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75214
Hi there! I'm Ashley. I'm a therapist in Texas offering individual and couples counseling to adults and teens. I am passionate about providing trauma-focused, culturally competent mental health care to clients of all identities. I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD/complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, addiction and first responder trauma. Often my clients feel stuck in their symptoms, which hold them back from enjoying comfort in their daily lives. These symptoms could include panic attacks, dissociative episodes, feeling disconnected from others, or waves of sadness, all of which can lead to unhealthy self-medication.
Hi there! I'm Ashley. I'm a therapist in Texas offering individual and couples counseling to adults and teens. I am passionate about providing trauma-focused, culturally competent mental health care to clients of all identities. I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD/complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, addiction and first responder trauma. Often my clients feel stuck in their symptoms, which hold them back from enjoying comfort in their daily lives. These symptoms could include panic attacks, dissociative episodes, feeling disconnected from others, or waves of sadness, all of which can lead to unhealthy self-medication.
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Frederick L Theobald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CSAT, EMDR, IMAGO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75238
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
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Peter B. Wilkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75041
Hello! I've been a therapist in Dallas for more than twenty years, and in that time, I've helped hundreds of people overcome the obstacles that stood in the way of their happiness. These issues include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, substance abuse, and trauma-related issues, among others. I believe the strongest tool a therapist has is a caring, honest therapeutic relationship with the client. If you are ready to take a positive step in finding fulfillment, then I'm ready to help.
Hello! I've been a therapist in Dallas for more than twenty years, and in that time, I've helped hundreds of people overcome the obstacles that stood in the way of their happiness. These issues include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, substance abuse, and trauma-related issues, among others. I believe the strongest tool a therapist has is a caring, honest therapeutic relationship with the client. If you are ready to take a positive step in finding fulfillment, then I'm ready to help.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.