Spirituality Therapists in Navasota, TX
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Nanette Christopher White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Navasota, TX 77868 (Online Only)
When experiencing life's challenges, we often find ourselves feeling misunderstood and rejected rather than accepted and validated. Our experiences often stand in our way to emotional well-being. My own experience in therapy was a catalyst for launching my career. For me, being a therapist is a lifestyle. I understand that being human is riddled with imperfections. I will help you realize that you are not alone, guide, and encourage you to give yourself grace as you learn to manage these struggles. I use an interpersonal and emotionally focused approach to provide person-centered counseling.
When experiencing life's challenges, we often find ourselves feeling misunderstood and rejected rather than accepted and validated. Our experiences often stand in our way to emotional well-being. My own experience in therapy was a catalyst for launching my career. For me, being a therapist is a lifestyle. I understand that being human is riddled with imperfections. I will help you realize that you are not alone, guide, and encourage you to give yourself grace as you learn to manage these struggles. I use an interpersonal and emotionally focused approach to provide person-centered counseling.
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Cameron House
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC-S, LCDC-i
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Navasota, TX 77868
My approach when meeting and treating new clients is simple: you are not alone. We will start there. I work with individuals, couples, and families that find themselves struggling with relationships, anger, depression, hopelessness, addictions of all sort, anxiety and everything in between. I want to walk alongside my clients to help them find their true selves and find meaning in whatever they do and whoever they intend to be. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, alongside skills building and mindfulness.
My approach when meeting and treating new clients is simple: you are not alone. We will start there. I work with individuals, couples, and families that find themselves struggling with relationships, anger, depression, hopelessness, addictions of all sort, anxiety and everything in between. I want to walk alongside my clients to help them find their true selves and find meaning in whatever they do and whoever they intend to be. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, alongside skills building and mindfulness.
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Abbie Satterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navasota, TX 77868
My approach to counseling is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy incorporating aspects of interpersonal, relational, insight oriented and solution focused therapies. I work in partnership with a client to achieve the desired goals from counseling. I incorporate mindfulness and positive psychology in my work. I tend to give clients something between sessions that will keep progress moving and help them have ownership of their change process. Additionally, I am trained in Lifespan Integration, Level III, which is a gentle method to help resolve symptoms related to trauma, recent or past.
My approach to counseling is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy incorporating aspects of interpersonal, relational, insight oriented and solution focused therapies. I work in partnership with a client to achieve the desired goals from counseling. I incorporate mindfulness and positive psychology in my work. I tend to give clients something between sessions that will keep progress moving and help them have ownership of their change process. Additionally, I am trained in Lifespan Integration, Level III, which is a gentle method to help resolve symptoms related to trauma, recent or past.
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Chayah Ministries, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Navasota, TX 77868
Chayah therapists strive to help each client find their path to healing through acknowledging, respecting, embracing, and creating space for you to come to understand yourself and those in your immediate support system. Each treatment plan is unique to the client and sessions are developed based on individual needs and circumstances. We specialize in helping people affected by trauma, including Veterans and their families and victims of human trafficking.
Chayah therapists strive to help each client find their path to healing through acknowledging, respecting, embracing, and creating space for you to come to understand yourself and those in your immediate support system. Each treatment plan is unique to the client and sessions are developed based on individual needs and circumstances. We specialize in helping people affected by trauma, including Veterans and their families and victims of human trafficking.
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My approach is to empower clients with the tools they need to grow and create a life that is enjoyable and productive. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, deep loss, caretaker fatigue, and professional burnout. My belief is that people are largely defined by their past and present experiences. Both past and present experiences can cause psychological distress, anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed.
My approach is to empower clients with the tools they need to grow and create a life that is enjoyable and productive. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, deep loss, caretaker fatigue, and professional burnout. My belief is that people are largely defined by their past and present experiences. Both past and present experiences can cause psychological distress, anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed.
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Accepting new clients. - Do you find yourself struggling with self-doubts or the feeling of not being good enough? Do you want to figure out how to escape this endless cycle of doubts and worry? If so, seeking the support of a mental health counselor like myself can help you discover ways to feel more confident by building self-acceptance/self-esteem and learning strategies to better manage your daily life stressors.
Accepting new clients. - Do you find yourself struggling with self-doubts or the feeling of not being good enough? Do you want to figure out how to escape this endless cycle of doubts and worry? If so, seeking the support of a mental health counselor like myself can help you discover ways to feel more confident by building self-acceptance/self-esteem and learning strategies to better manage your daily life stressors.
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Sometimes we face difficult decisions, obstacles, tragedies, and relational issues that seem insurmountable despite our attempts to make a resolution or create lasting change. By deciding to seek help and take a fresh look at issues through a systemic therapeutic lens, together, we can create a safe and fresh perspective that supports working individually and relationally to develop new skills and solutions that typically result in lasting change and resolution.
Sometimes we face difficult decisions, obstacles, tragedies, and relational issues that seem insurmountable despite our attempts to make a resolution or create lasting change. By deciding to seek help and take a fresh look at issues through a systemic therapeutic lens, together, we can create a safe and fresh perspective that supports working individually and relationally to develop new skills and solutions that typically result in lasting change and resolution.
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Tyler Baker-Wilkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navasota, TX 77868
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
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Elizabeth Boggess
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Navasota, TX 77868
Waitlist for new clients
Generally, I work with people who feel stuck; they have a desire for change in their life but don’t know how. They may feel undeserving of change or invalidated by people close to them. Others may feel unsupported in their endeavors or may be struggling to cope with transitions or difficult events. My approach to therapy includes collaboratively working with you to develop goals and interventions for change. In this approach, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behavior.
Generally, I work with people who feel stuck; they have a desire for change in their life but don’t know how. They may feel undeserving of change or invalidated by people close to them. Others may feel unsupported in their endeavors or may be struggling to cope with transitions or difficult events. My approach to therapy includes collaboratively working with you to develop goals and interventions for change. In this approach, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behavior.
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Dawn Ament
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Navasota, TX 77868
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with anxiety, phobias, or obsessive thoughts that make you spiral or have panic attacks? Does past trauma, abuse, or neglect affect your relationships, your work, or your ability to function or move forward? Are you a first responder or veteran living with trauma or distressing events? Do you need to to create boundaries in your life? Understanding how our life experiences and the circumstances in which we grew up in or work in can manifest into negative beliefs that lead to anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, and more is the first step in healing. I would love to help you find your freedom from these issues.
Do you struggle with anxiety, phobias, or obsessive thoughts that make you spiral or have panic attacks? Does past trauma, abuse, or neglect affect your relationships, your work, or your ability to function or move forward? Are you a first responder or veteran living with trauma or distressing events? Do you need to to create boundaries in your life? Understanding how our life experiences and the circumstances in which we grew up in or work in can manifest into negative beliefs that lead to anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, and more is the first step in healing. I would love to help you find your freedom from these issues.
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David R. Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anderson, TX 77830
Quoting David Mathis, "Poor listening diminishes another person, while good listening invites them to exist and matter. Positively, then, good listening requires concentration and means we're in with both ears, and that we hear the other person out till they're done speaking. Rarely will the speaker begin with what's most important, and deepest. We need to hear the whole train of thought, all the way to the caboose, before starting across the tracks." Who then should set up an appointment? Ideal clients are males, couples or families seeking life transformation, relationship growth or reconciliation or spiritual formation for life's journey.
Quoting David Mathis, "Poor listening diminishes another person, while good listening invites them to exist and matter. Positively, then, good listening requires concentration and means we're in with both ears, and that we hear the other person out till they're done speaking. Rarely will the speaker begin with what's most important, and deepest. We need to hear the whole train of thought, all the way to the caboose, before starting across the tracks." Who then should set up an appointment? Ideal clients are males, couples or families seeking life transformation, relationship growth or reconciliation or spiritual formation for life's journey.
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Shop.Solexnation.com/HealingGoddesses
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC , PSS EFT, Reiki
Verified Verified
Willis, TX 77318
I work evenings and weekends for your convenience. I LOVE working with individuals that are interested in becoming *Healthy, Happy, Joyous and Free from Mind and Mood Altering Substances. *Healing DNA on all Genetic levels including, which may not be limited to: Physically, Psychologically, Socially, Mentally, Emotionally and Spiritually. *Persons Willing to work a 12 Step Program of Recovery. *Whom are inquisitively seeking Spirituality. * Whom may or may not want to learn a Powerful Theta Healing Meditation and or Trauma Release Yoga or any of the other Healing Modalities and Techniques I'm Proficient in.
I work evenings and weekends for your convenience. I LOVE working with individuals that are interested in becoming *Healthy, Happy, Joyous and Free from Mind and Mood Altering Substances. *Healing DNA on all Genetic levels including, which may not be limited to: Physically, Psychologically, Socially, Mentally, Emotionally and Spiritually. *Persons Willing to work a 12 Step Program of Recovery. *Whom are inquisitively seeking Spirituality. * Whom may or may not want to learn a Powerful Theta Healing Meditation and or Trauma Release Yoga or any of the other Healing Modalities and Techniques I'm Proficient in.
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, and, if you like, your spirituality.
Hello, I am Gloria Gitlin, a licensed professional counselor with forty-two years of clinical experience. I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are facing Behavioral Issues, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, and many more. I use a mix of ACT, Adlerian, Christian Counseling, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, CPT, Compassion Focused, Couples Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, EFT, Family Systems, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Interpersonal, Jungian, MBCT, Intervention, and many more. I believe I could help others in distress and give peace in their situations.
, and, if you like, your spirituality.
Hello, I am Gloria Gitlin, a licensed professional counselor with forty-two years of clinical experience. I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are facing Behavioral Issues, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, and many more. I use a mix of ACT, Adlerian, Christian Counseling, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, CPT, Compassion Focused, Couples Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, EFT, Family Systems, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Interpersonal, Jungian, MBCT, Intervention, and many more. I believe I could help others in distress and give peace in their situations.
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However, I have been trained as a Christian minister and enjoy including spirituality in a client's treatment plan when they request this.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe in addressing a client's immediate concern, their current functioning, and their identified goals. I use a variety of treatment modalities and select those that best serve the needs of my clients. I do not believe in meeting with clients indefinitely. My hope is to help clients reach their goals and get to the point where they no longer need therapy. I believe in teaching my clients the specific skills they need to address their problem or concern.
However, I have been trained as a Christian minister and enjoy including spirituality in a client's treatment plan when they request this.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe in addressing a client's immediate concern, their current functioning, and their identified goals. I use a variety of treatment modalities and select those that best serve the needs of my clients. I do not believe in meeting with clients indefinitely. My hope is to help clients reach their goals and get to the point where they no longer need therapy. I believe in teaching my clients the specific skills they need to address their problem or concern.
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PLC Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pinehurst, TX 77362 (Online Only)
I have training not only in the post modern therapies but in mindfulness and spirituality.
When coming to therapy each individual has specific needs that they would like to address that may include issues like lessening depression or anxiety. Perhaps someone would like help to recover from past trauma or build the life skills needed to enrich what is going on today. Whatever this issue is, I will work with the client on achievable goals and life satisfaction.
I have training not only in the post modern therapies but in mindfulness and spirituality.
When coming to therapy each individual has specific needs that they would like to address that may include issues like lessening depression or anxiety. Perhaps someone would like help to recover from past trauma or build the life skills needed to enrich what is going on today. Whatever this issue is, I will work with the client on achievable goals and life satisfaction.
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Suzanna Adelizi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77385
I offer individual, couple and family counseling. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and outcome-informed. You are the expert on your own life. Whether your goal is to resolve relationship conflict, recover from trauma or loss, receive parenting support, explore issues of identity and spirituality, optimize your career, or learn how to decrease anxiety or depression, my goal is to walk with you and provide a place where you can express yourself freely without being judged. I believe that just as relationships can be the source of hurt, we also heal through community in safe relationships.
I offer individual, couple and family counseling. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and outcome-informed. You are the expert on your own life. Whether your goal is to resolve relationship conflict, recover from trauma or loss, receive parenting support, explore issues of identity and spirituality, optimize your career, or learn how to decrease anxiety or depression, my goal is to walk with you and provide a place where you can express yourself freely without being judged. I believe that just as relationships can be the source of hurt, we also heal through community in safe relationships.
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Halimah Adarra Hargett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients who are inquiring into their spirituality and soul.
We're supposed to drink enough water, get enough sleep, exercise, save money, make money, work hard while having work/life balance, be a great spouse/parent/sibling/child, travel more...the list is endless. We are taught to engage life at a grueling and intense pace that is becoming increasingly difficult in the backdrop of a tumultuous world in crisis. I don't view mental health in a vacuum; sometimes depression and anxiety are appropriate and healthy responses to stressful and unprecedented life events. I teach solution-oriented skills to address feelings, improve communication and live in a healthy way that honors your humanity.
I enjoy working with clients who are inquiring into their spirituality and soul.
We're supposed to drink enough water, get enough sleep, exercise, save money, make money, work hard while having work/life balance, be a great spouse/parent/sibling/child, travel more...the list is endless. We are taught to engage life at a grueling and intense pace that is becoming increasingly difficult in the backdrop of a tumultuous world in crisis. I don't view mental health in a vacuum; sometimes depression and anxiety are appropriate and healthy responses to stressful and unprecedented life events. I teach solution-oriented skills to address feelings, improve communication and live in a healthy way that honors your humanity.
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I offer 30 years experience as a men's work facilitator, 20 years as a practicing yogi/meditation teacher, and 15 years as a trauma & addictions counselor. If you lean towards the spiritual, blending eastern & western principles, I'm for you. I help you integrate trauma-sensitive HeartMath technology, IFS, EMDR, and Polyvagal Theory to support your healing. Leaning into transpersonal explorations - synthesizing psychology & spirituality, you will come away with a sense of peace and freedom, as well as tangible practices to support you in bringing new life to your relationships, work, and life. Supervisor: T. Clouston, LCSW 50296
I offer 30 years experience as a men's work facilitator, 20 years as a practicing yogi/meditation teacher, and 15 years as a trauma & addictions counselor. If you lean towards the spiritual, blending eastern & western principles, I'm for you. I help you integrate trauma-sensitive HeartMath technology, IFS, EMDR, and Polyvagal Theory to support your healing. Leaning into transpersonal explorations - synthesizing psychology & spirituality, you will come away with a sense of peace and freedom, as well as tangible practices to support you in bringing new life to your relationships, work, and life. Supervisor: T. Clouston, LCSW 50296
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My primary focuses are: Effective Communication, Life Purpose, Faith/ Spirituality and Self-Acceptance.
"Your visions will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." (Carl Jung). I am dedicated to assisting individuals as they cope with the ups and downs of life! I believe that healing begins from WITHIN, and I am here to walk alongside you on your journey to becoming a better YOU! Life guarantees us both sunny days and stormy days; it's about how you embrace the sunshine and persevere during the storm that makes the process beautiful!
My primary focuses are: Effective Communication, Life Purpose, Faith/ Spirituality and Self-Acceptance.
"Your visions will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." (Carl Jung). I am dedicated to assisting individuals as they cope with the ups and downs of life! I believe that healing begins from WITHIN, and I am here to walk alongside you on your journey to becoming a better YOU! Life guarantees us both sunny days and stormy days; it's about how you embrace the sunshine and persevere during the storm that makes the process beautiful!
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Noel Robert Love
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I integrate several therapeutic modalities that recognize the value of building trust, taking emotional risks, connecting with others, as well as the importance of spirituality in our lives.
Rarely are any of us able to escape experiencing trauma, devastation from addiction, profound grief, shattered dreams or a deeper desire to explore options. My clients are a cross-section of people whose journey has hit a snag on some important level and realize the value of talking things out. I welcome adults, adolescents, couples, individuals and families. Integrating a number of modalities, I offer the opportunity to safely explore and identify those issues interfering with happiness. This approach gives consideration to an individual's spirituality, community, culture, ethnicity and gender.
I integrate several therapeutic modalities that recognize the value of building trust, taking emotional risks, connecting with others, as well as the importance of spirituality in our lives.
Rarely are any of us able to escape experiencing trauma, devastation from addiction, profound grief, shattered dreams or a deeper desire to explore options. My clients are a cross-section of people whose journey has hit a snag on some important level and realize the value of talking things out. I welcome adults, adolescents, couples, individuals and families. Integrating a number of modalities, I offer the opportunity to safely explore and identify those issues interfering with happiness. This approach gives consideration to an individual's spirituality, community, culture, ethnicity and gender.
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What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.