Therapists in Mineola, TX
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Miranda Rex
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MS, MT-BC, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
If you’ve felt a little lost or stuck, or like something just isn’t right, or maybe even felt nothing at all, therapy is a great space to figure things out. In today’s world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves and our feelings. You might have specific goals you want to achieve, or you might just need a safe space to untangle the knots in your brain; we will collaborate and decide together what best meets your needs.
If you’ve felt a little lost or stuck, or like something just isn’t right, or maybe even felt nothing at all, therapy is a great space to figure things out. In today’s world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves and our feelings. You might have specific goals you want to achieve, or you might just need a safe space to untangle the knots in your brain; we will collaborate and decide together what best meets your needs.
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Dallas Therapeutic Services is a group practice uniquely managed to fit the needs of most clients! When the group formed, care was taken to choose clinicians with a variety of backgrounds and specialities. We want to provide an environment, where we can match clients with their best fit therapist. Additionally, we are able to psychological testing for ADHD, Autism, IQ (processing speed, working memory, comprehension and perceptual reasoning as well IQ score) and personality (diagnosis) - all of which can help with differentiating diagnoses and planning treatment accordingly.
Dallas Therapeutic Services is a group practice uniquely managed to fit the needs of most clients! When the group formed, care was taken to choose clinicians with a variety of backgrounds and specialities. We want to provide an environment, where we can match clients with their best fit therapist. Additionally, we are able to psychological testing for ADHD, Autism, IQ (processing speed, working memory, comprehension and perceptual reasoning as well IQ score) and personality (diagnosis) - all of which can help with differentiating diagnoses and planning treatment accordingly.
![Photo of Paul D Myers, MA, LPC-S, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/423881bc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
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Full Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grapevine, TX 76051
Therapists at Full Hearts Counseling believe that pain can end. We can’t undo the bad things that happen in life, nor can we help you to forget that they occurred. We can help you to find some renewal of hope for a better tomorrow. Full Hearts counseling specializes in treating people with complex or developmental trauma. Trauma is described as having been exposed to a real or perceived life threat or fear-provoking event in your childhood, recent past, or present that has produced an increased anxiety reaction.
Therapists at Full Hearts Counseling believe that pain can end. We can’t undo the bad things that happen in life, nor can we help you to forget that they occurred. We can help you to find some renewal of hope for a better tomorrow. Full Hearts counseling specializes in treating people with complex or developmental trauma. Trauma is described as having been exposed to a real or perceived life threat or fear-provoking event in your childhood, recent past, or present that has produced an increased anxiety reaction.
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Life Solutions Counseling & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75201 (Online Only)
Life Solutions Counseling and Family Therapy, PLLC customizes therapeutic services to meet the individual, couple, family, and/or groups goals. Clients can expect a welcoming environment in an effort to make real life changes. With an emphasis on systemic therapy, we take a nonpathological approach to looking at human relationships and challenges. This benefits the client (s) as they learn how to interact and change problems between themselves and others. Congratulations! Problems are not in you, they are between you and another person(s).
Life Solutions Counseling and Family Therapy, PLLC customizes therapeutic services to meet the individual, couple, family, and/or groups goals. Clients can expect a welcoming environment in an effort to make real life changes. With an emphasis on systemic therapy, we take a nonpathological approach to looking at human relationships and challenges. This benefits the client (s) as they learn how to interact and change problems between themselves and others. Congratulations! Problems are not in you, they are between you and another person(s).
![Photo of Margena Lorine Carter - Carter Care Therapeutic Services, Margena Carter, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b17636d-cef4-48a7-8d1a-99574876fa5f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Carter Care Therapeutic Services, Margena Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75040
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
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Things seem dark; you may be overwhelmed but you're not alone. I aim to create an environment where hope is renewed and healing can occur. Sometimes it takes reaching the point of desperation to take this leap into new and unknown territory. Many clients find me when they believe they have tried everything, nothing seems to have worked, and they are ready to give up. I firmly believe healing is always possible, no matter the circumstances or depth of trauma, and there is resilience and courage within us all, waiting to be uncovered. My specialized trainings include: Gottman Level 1 & 2, Brainspotting Level 1, TBRI.
Things seem dark; you may be overwhelmed but you're not alone. I aim to create an environment where hope is renewed and healing can occur. Sometimes it takes reaching the point of desperation to take this leap into new and unknown territory. Many clients find me when they believe they have tried everything, nothing seems to have worked, and they are ready to give up. I firmly believe healing is always possible, no matter the circumstances or depth of trauma, and there is resilience and courage within us all, waiting to be uncovered. My specialized trainings include: Gottman Level 1 & 2, Brainspotting Level 1, TBRI.
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Seeing your kid struggle is one of the toughest things to do as a parent or caregiver. Our children cannot always express their thoughts and feelings through words, and this can lead to frustration and confusion for both parent and child. Children express their thoughts and feelings through play and their toys are their words. When we allow children to play alongside therapeutic interventions, children can tell us so much about what is going on in their lives. Whether your child is experiencing grief, sadness, anxiety, anger, or school problems, they deserve some extra help!
Seeing your kid struggle is one of the toughest things to do as a parent or caregiver. Our children cannot always express their thoughts and feelings through words, and this can lead to frustration and confusion for both parent and child. Children express their thoughts and feelings through play and their toys are their words. When we allow children to play alongside therapeutic interventions, children can tell us so much about what is going on in their lives. Whether your child is experiencing grief, sadness, anxiety, anger, or school problems, they deserve some extra help!
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Emily Mayhew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75088
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
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Jessica Gustafson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My goal is to assist you in processing the difficulties that may hinder your progress. I bring experience working with sexual abuse, parenting concerns, and behavioral issues.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My goal is to assist you in processing the difficulties that may hinder your progress. I bring experience working with sexual abuse, parenting concerns, and behavioral issues.
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Tasharika Njeleka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Grand Prairie, TX 75052 (Online Only)
Experienced in addressing multicultural issues, anxiety struggles, trauma, ADHD, anger management, family relationships, intimate relationships, major life transitions, parent- child difficulties, stress management, children's mental health/ Children's behavioral health, spirituality, diversity and more through collaborative, cognitive and wholistic approaches. Life Coaching & LPC supervision consultant.
Experienced in addressing multicultural issues, anxiety struggles, trauma, ADHD, anger management, family relationships, intimate relationships, major life transitions, parent- child difficulties, stress management, children's mental health/ Children's behavioral health, spirituality, diversity and more through collaborative, cognitive and wholistic approaches. Life Coaching & LPC supervision consultant.
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Rooted Rhythm Therapy and Parent Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
We understand the challenge of knowing that your child is suffering (through symptoms of anxiety, sadness, aggression, defiance and/or low self esteem) but not knowing exactly how to support them. Our team of therapists (based in Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta) support highly sensitive and gifted children, as well as their parents, in addressing patterns that are holding them back from their greatest potential. In addition to having deep understanding of the sensitive child, our therapists are trained to support ADHD, oppositional defiance, post traumatic stress, and attachment trauma. Learn much more on our website: rootedrhythm.com
We understand the challenge of knowing that your child is suffering (through symptoms of anxiety, sadness, aggression, defiance and/or low self esteem) but not knowing exactly how to support them. Our team of therapists (based in Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta) support highly sensitive and gifted children, as well as their parents, in addressing patterns that are holding them back from their greatest potential. In addition to having deep understanding of the sensitive child, our therapists are trained to support ADHD, oppositional defiance, post traumatic stress, and attachment trauma. Learn much more on our website: rootedrhythm.com
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Embrace New Life / Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, PsyD , PhD, LPC, AACC LC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75032
Our hope is that 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 (𝐞𝐍𝐋) is a place where each and every person who enters our doors, no matter how big or small their problems - feel cared for, safe, and important. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫! Our goal is to come alongside you as you work toward personal healing and emotional connection. 𝐞𝐍𝐋 is a leading provider of high-quality, private counseling for teens, adults & couples. #𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 #𝐖𝐞𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 #𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 We are 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝-𝙗𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 ✞, 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮-𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙙 Ψ & 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮-𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 ♥ ! ☎ Today!
Our hope is that 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 (𝐞𝐍𝐋) is a place where each and every person who enters our doors, no matter how big or small their problems - feel cared for, safe, and important. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫! Our goal is to come alongside you as you work toward personal healing and emotional connection. 𝐞𝐍𝐋 is a leading provider of high-quality, private counseling for teens, adults & couples. #𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 #𝐖𝐞𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 #𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 We are 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝-𝙗𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 ✞, 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮-𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙙 Ψ & 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮-𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 ♥ ! ☎ Today!
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Teri Ann Sartor
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CHST
Verified Verified
Coppell, TX 75019
Your kid is not who they used to be and is not the happy kid you know and love. I want to help your child or adolescent thrive, not struggle. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or anger. They are not engaging, isolated, grades are dropping, and you don't know why. You want what is best for your child and need additional support to help them.
Your kid is not who they used to be and is not the happy kid you know and love. I want to help your child or adolescent thrive, not struggle. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or anger. They are not engaging, isolated, grades are dropping, and you don't know why. You want what is best for your child and need additional support to help them.
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Kelsey Marie Poskey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aubrey, TX 76227
Navigating life's challenges can be a journey that feels less daunting with a compassionate guide. Whether it's leaning on your faith, connecting with loved ones, or seeking support from a counselor, I am here to walk alongside you. My heartfelt mission is to assist you in cultivating healing relationships, both in the counseling process and in your personal life. While my primary focus is on children and adolescents, I warmly welcome individuals of all ages and stages of life.
Navigating life's challenges can be a journey that feels less daunting with a compassionate guide. Whether it's leaning on your faith, connecting with loved ones, or seeking support from a counselor, I am here to walk alongside you. My heartfelt mission is to assist you in cultivating healing relationships, both in the counseling process and in your personal life. While my primary focus is on children and adolescents, I warmly welcome individuals of all ages and stages of life.
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Pathfinder Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75022
You are not alone. In a society of unattainable standards it can appear that everyone has it together. From relationships to careers, parenting or happiness, we can be illusioned to others living a blissfully smooth life without fear, sadness or conflict. At some point in our lives, each of us may feel anxious, isolated, depressed or lonely and need help dealing with life's challenges. You are not alone. Problems with marriage or relationships, family situations, substance abuse, loss of a job, burnout, or parenting issues life can be overwhelming or debilitating, and at times beyond our ability to manage alone.
You are not alone. In a society of unattainable standards it can appear that everyone has it together. From relationships to careers, parenting or happiness, we can be illusioned to others living a blissfully smooth life without fear, sadness or conflict. At some point in our lives, each of us may feel anxious, isolated, depressed or lonely and need help dealing with life's challenges. You are not alone. Problems with marriage or relationships, family situations, substance abuse, loss of a job, burnout, or parenting issues life can be overwhelming or debilitating, and at times beyond our ability to manage alone.
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Peyton Collum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
I am passionate about helping people break old patterns and live within their own integrity. I counsel through the lens of neuroscience of attachment and relationships. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship based on trust, compassion, and safety. By combining EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and interpersonal neurobiology, I offer services to help you achieve progress. Feeling trapped in repetitive relationship cycles? Doubting yourself and feeling responsible for everything? If you're feeling held back, trauma-informed care can guide you toward healing and progress in a safe, supportive environment.
I am passionate about helping people break old patterns and live within their own integrity. I counsel through the lens of neuroscience of attachment and relationships. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship based on trust, compassion, and safety. By combining EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and interpersonal neurobiology, I offer services to help you achieve progress. Feeling trapped in repetitive relationship cycles? Doubting yourself and feeling responsible for everything? If you're feeling held back, trauma-informed care can guide you toward healing and progress in a safe, supportive environment.
![Photo of Teddy Gay, MS, LPC-A](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c3195f88-9785-4fa7-a460-61797a95b3cc/2/320x400.jpeg)
Got Stuff? We all do! We'll work it out, I got you! Individuals and couples, Come as you are. No matter your challenges, we accept you as you are and if you want to be in a better place, let's make it happen! I am here, and together we can make a difference. I am not your typical counselor; just here to listen, Thomas Edison stated, "hell, there are no rules, we're trying to accomplish something here. Let's get stuff done. Individuals with Stress or Anxiety or Compulsions, Couples Therapy, LGBTQ, Open Marriages. Sex or Porn Addictions. Achieve your counseling goals to live your best lives. Call me now. Teddy
Got Stuff? We all do! We'll work it out, I got you! Individuals and couples, Come as you are. No matter your challenges, we accept you as you are and if you want to be in a better place, let's make it happen! I am here, and together we can make a difference. I am not your typical counselor; just here to listen, Thomas Edison stated, "hell, there are no rules, we're trying to accomplish something here. Let's get stuff done. Individuals with Stress or Anxiety or Compulsions, Couples Therapy, LGBTQ, Open Marriages. Sex or Porn Addictions. Achieve your counseling goals to live your best lives. Call me now. Teddy
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Charissa Fry Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MABC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75214
Charissa specializes in attachment and trauma. She works with families and individual clients across the lifespan- ranging from 3-99+. She uses relational psychodynamic theory, play therapy, EMDR, EFFT (Emotionally Focused Family Therapy), Theraplay, experiential therapies, and talk therapy. Charissa focuses on healing relationships in any life stage. Her passion is to come alongside those who are hurting and struggling to help them find truth, hope, healing, connection, and growth. She is also a Child Specialist for Collaborative Divorce cases. She is also trained in the Adult Attachment Interview (AAI) and loves supervising.
Charissa specializes in attachment and trauma. She works with families and individual clients across the lifespan- ranging from 3-99+. She uses relational psychodynamic theory, play therapy, EMDR, EFFT (Emotionally Focused Family Therapy), Theraplay, experiential therapies, and talk therapy. Charissa focuses on healing relationships in any life stage. Her passion is to come alongside those who are hurting and struggling to help them find truth, hope, healing, connection, and growth. She is also a Child Specialist for Collaborative Divorce cases. She is also trained in the Adult Attachment Interview (AAI) and loves supervising.
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I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families successfully navigate through tough life situations. I guide clients through an individualized approach to child behavior issues, pre-marital and couple issues, co-parenting, anxiety and depression. Systemic therapy identifies patterns of coping behaviors and environmental factors that either help or get in the way of healthy relationships. I am trauma informed and often work with high conflict families and provide court-ordered services. I partner with families and schools regarding child behavior disturbances. I help you discover your path to hope, health and healing.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families successfully navigate through tough life situations. I guide clients through an individualized approach to child behavior issues, pre-marital and couple issues, co-parenting, anxiety and depression. Systemic therapy identifies patterns of coping behaviors and environmental factors that either help or get in the way of healthy relationships. I am trauma informed and often work with high conflict families and provide court-ordered services. I partner with families and schools regarding child behavior disturbances. I help you discover your path to hope, health and healing.
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Toddler Therapists
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.