Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Ovilla, TX
Jessica Wilkerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ovilla, TX 75154 (Online Only)
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, offering a safe space to explore emotions and build practical coping tools. I’m currently in training for EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, which I integrate into sessions to help process trauma and promote healing. Together, we’ll focus on building resilience, setting meaningful goals, and finding balance, clarity, and a sense of purpose in your life.
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, offering a safe space to explore emotions and build practical coping tools. I’m currently in training for EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, which I integrate into sessions to help process trauma and promote healing. Together, we’ll focus on building resilience, setting meaningful goals, and finding balance, clarity, and a sense of purpose in your life.
Come As You Are (CAYA)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ovilla, TX 75154
SEX is an essential part of life affecting the mind, body and spirit. With CAYA, one will receive psychotherapy from a clinically trained sex therapist whom is able to treat a myriad of sexual health issues. At CAYA, the patient will be treated in a sex positive environment via teletherapy or face to face effectuating the individual, couple and/or group with solidifying a lasting change. CAYA's brand of therapy is delivered to all cultures, races and genders in an effort to improve sex positively while impacting one's mental health, physical health and/or spiritual issues. If you feel you have an issue, sign up for a 15 min. eval.
SEX is an essential part of life affecting the mind, body and spirit. With CAYA, one will receive psychotherapy from a clinically trained sex therapist whom is able to treat a myriad of sexual health issues. At CAYA, the patient will be treated in a sex positive environment via teletherapy or face to face effectuating the individual, couple and/or group with solidifying a lasting change. CAYA's brand of therapy is delivered to all cultures, races and genders in an effort to improve sex positively while impacting one's mental health, physical health and/or spiritual issues. If you feel you have an issue, sign up for a 15 min. eval.
Do you find yourself worrying a lot about your personal relationships? Do you find yourself replaying your social interactions in your head? Do you fear failing in front of others? You are not alone! These are common human thoughts and emotions, and you can learn to cope with them. You don’t have to live in constant worry and doubt. I have training and experience in working with people who feel worried about their current relationships, as well as with clients who have experienced difficult events in their past. I have lots of tools for helping clients with their current difficulties or past events that are still affecting them.
Do you find yourself worrying a lot about your personal relationships? Do you find yourself replaying your social interactions in your head? Do you fear failing in front of others? You are not alone! These are common human thoughts and emotions, and you can learn to cope with them. You don’t have to live in constant worry and doubt. I have training and experience in working with people who feel worried about their current relationships, as well as with clients who have experienced difficult events in their past. I have lots of tools for helping clients with their current difficulties or past events that are still affecting them.
Kay Fontenot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, BSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ovilla, TX 75154
My professional goal is to provide connection, healing, and insight during each of our encounters, With a passion for attachment and relational models, I have training, expertise and experience in providing counseling and psychotherapy for the following types of concerns/struggles: Women's Concerns, Emerging Adults, Relationship Strain, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use, Personality Traits and/or Disorders, Divorce, Infidelity, Boundaries, Grief and Loss, Career Concerns, Assertiveness Training, & Life Adjustments. I also offer individual, group and family intensives for connection, insight and deeper healing.
My professional goal is to provide connection, healing, and insight during each of our encounters, With a passion for attachment and relational models, I have training, expertise and experience in providing counseling and psychotherapy for the following types of concerns/struggles: Women's Concerns, Emerging Adults, Relationship Strain, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use, Personality Traits and/or Disorders, Divorce, Infidelity, Boundaries, Grief and Loss, Career Concerns, Assertiveness Training, & Life Adjustments. I also offer individual, group and family intensives for connection, insight and deeper healing.
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Veronica Pruitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ferris, TX 75125 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Veronica Pruitt, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas. I focus in several areas including addiction, coping skills, stress, LGBTQIA+, relationship issues, and dual diagnosis, amongst others. My approach is culturally sensitive and person-centered and utilizes modalities including CBT, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Rational Emotive Behavior, and Reality Therapy.
Hi, I'm Veronica Pruitt, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas. I focus in several areas including addiction, coping skills, stress, LGBTQIA+, relationship issues, and dual diagnosis, amongst others. My approach is culturally sensitive and person-centered and utilizes modalities including CBT, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Rational Emotive Behavior, and Reality Therapy.
My approach is grounded in principles of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of clinical experience in acute and outpatient psychiatric settings, oncology, and palliative care. I have worked with individuals facing a variety of stressors, including grief/loss, life transitions, trauma, mental health concerns, terminal illness, and medical crises. My priority as a therapist is establishing a safe space in which individuals feel heard and can be their authentic selves. Therapy is a collaborative process, and I enter each relationship with an open, non-judgmental perspective and the goal to build on the unique strengths each client brings.
My approach is grounded in principles of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of clinical experience in acute and outpatient psychiatric settings, oncology, and palliative care. I have worked with individuals facing a variety of stressors, including grief/loss, life transitions, trauma, mental health concerns, terminal illness, and medical crises. My priority as a therapist is establishing a safe space in which individuals feel heard and can be their authentic selves. Therapy is a collaborative process, and I enter each relationship with an open, non-judgmental perspective and the goal to build on the unique strengths each client brings.
Mary Beth Kopsovich
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165
I have experience in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, & empowering others through self-advocacy.
Hello there! I'm Mary Beth, and I'm happy that you're considering a journey of healing. I aim to work with people who are focused on their own emotional healing & who are willing to "do the work" to improve their lives. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I will focus on each person's physical & emotional safety by creating a safe space free from judgment. If you're in an abusive relationship, feeling depressed, struggling with addiction, or just need someone to listen, I'm a person who will hear you out & may even challenge your thought processes & beliefs! I focus on what's RIGHT with people instead of what's wrong.
I have experience in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, & empowering others through self-advocacy.
Hello there! I'm Mary Beth, and I'm happy that you're considering a journey of healing. I aim to work with people who are focused on their own emotional healing & who are willing to "do the work" to improve their lives. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I will focus on each person's physical & emotional safety by creating a safe space free from judgment. If you're in an abusive relationship, feeling depressed, struggling with addiction, or just need someone to listen, I'm a person who will hear you out & may even challenge your thought processes & beliefs! I focus on what's RIGHT with people instead of what's wrong.
Anomaly Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, TX 75134 (Online Only)
I provide and have comprehensive training in the following therapeutic modalities: Family Systems/Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT),.
My focus is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your foundations, current experiences, and potential. I am currently practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. I have worked extensively with people of all ages who have experienced trauma/significant stress, and those who live with anxiety, anger, substance abuse, and depression. I also enjoy supporting people who are experiencing life transitions (grief/loss, becoming parents, divorce, job changes, etc.), and those who struggle with perfectionism, shame, and guilt.
I provide and have comprehensive training in the following therapeutic modalities: Family Systems/Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT),.
My focus is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your foundations, current experiences, and potential. I am currently practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. I have worked extensively with people of all ages who have experienced trauma/significant stress, and those who live with anxiety, anger, substance abuse, and depression. I also enjoy supporting people who are experiencing life transitions (grief/loss, becoming parents, divorce, job changes, etc.), and those who struggle with perfectionism, shame, and guilt.
My name is Martha Ballesteros. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My focus in practice is primarily on substance use, addiction, codependency, co-occurring disorders, cultural identity, and family systems. My clinical practice experience is primarily with individuals dealing with substance abuse issues and with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. My approach in proving therapy is to provide a judgement-free and safe zone for others. Seeking therapy can be a challenging step and I would like for you to feel comfortable. I primarily focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Martha Ballesteros. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My focus in practice is primarily on substance use, addiction, codependency, co-occurring disorders, cultural identity, and family systems. My clinical practice experience is primarily with individuals dealing with substance abuse issues and with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. My approach in proving therapy is to provide a judgement-free and safe zone for others. Seeking therapy can be a challenging step and I would like for you to feel comfortable. I primarily focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I use motivational interviewing to evaluate your strengths and desires and lead you through the problem solving model to help you create your own solutions and plans for lasting change.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
I use motivational interviewing to evaluate your strengths and desires and lead you through the problem solving model to help you create your own solutions and plans for lasting change.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
Dr. Paul Po Ching Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, PLP
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
Angela Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Are you someone seeking change but feeling stuck? Are you struggling with negative thought patterns, self-doubt, or lack of motivation? Are you ready to reclaim control of your life? Are you ready to break free from emotional and behavioral cycles that no longer serve you, build resilience, and rediscover your inner strength? Do you want peace, clarity, and personal growth, driven by the desire to live a more balanced and fulfilling life? Let's journey together towards healing and growth. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Are you someone seeking change but feeling stuck? Are you struggling with negative thought patterns, self-doubt, or lack of motivation? Are you ready to reclaim control of your life? Are you ready to break free from emotional and behavioral cycles that no longer serve you, build resilience, and rediscover your inner strength? Do you want peace, clarity, and personal growth, driven by the desire to live a more balanced and fulfilling life? Let's journey together towards healing and growth. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Central to my practice is the belief in the power of the collaborative therapeutic relationship. I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore their inner worlds. Whether working through trauma, navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking greater self-awareness, my goal is to walk alongside my clients, offering support and guidance as they move toward greater self-acceptance and fulfillment.
Central to my practice is the belief in the power of the collaborative therapeutic relationship. I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore their inner worlds. Whether working through trauma, navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking greater self-awareness, my goal is to walk alongside my clients, offering support and guidance as they move toward greater self-acceptance and fulfillment.
Dr. Sarah Lorenz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP, CCATP, C-PD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165 (Online Only)
It can be difficult searching online for a therapist, so I will try my best to help and support you in this process. If you feel on edge and find it difficult to control the worrying, suffered a traumatic experience, or are going through a stressful life situation, your thoughts may impact how you feel. Things may seem hopeless; perhaps you feel alone and vulnerable. Imagine how it could feel not constantly worrying or struggle every day. Instead, what could it be to regain meaning and balance. I'd like to teach you about your brain, explain the "how & why", and add humor and hope along the way. Ready for the next step? Email me!
It can be difficult searching online for a therapist, so I will try my best to help and support you in this process. If you feel on edge and find it difficult to control the worrying, suffered a traumatic experience, or are going through a stressful life situation, your thoughts may impact how you feel. Things may seem hopeless; perhaps you feel alone and vulnerable. Imagine how it could feel not constantly worrying or struggle every day. Instead, what could it be to regain meaning and balance. I'd like to teach you about your brain, explain the "how & why", and add humor and hope along the way. Ready for the next step? Email me!
Travis Strange
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Waitlist for new clients
I've worked with adolescence and families for around 25 years in a variety of settings. These settings include being a youth / children's pastor prior to starting my counseling journey. Much of my experience involves working with those that struggle with abuse, depression, relationship conflict, self harming behaviors, legal issues, and behavior problems. Although I am licensed to practice counseling through the State of Texas, I am a Christian and the fundamentals of my practice are in line with traditional Christian faith.
I've worked with adolescence and families for around 25 years in a variety of settings. These settings include being a youth / children's pastor prior to starting my counseling journey. Much of my experience involves working with those that struggle with abuse, depression, relationship conflict, self harming behaviors, legal issues, and behavior problems. Although I am licensed to practice counseling through the State of Texas, I am a Christian and the fundamentals of my practice are in line with traditional Christian faith.
Taylormade Counseling Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Red Oak, TX 75154 (Online Only)
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor's and Master's degree from The University of Texas @ Arlington and a Doctorate from Barry University, with over 15 years experience working with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings and with diverse clients. Dr. Erica and her team believe that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. They provide compassion and support to help individuals overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive.
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor's and Master's degree from The University of Texas @ Arlington and a Doctorate from Barry University, with over 15 years experience working with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings and with diverse clients. Dr. Erica and her team believe that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. They provide compassion and support to help individuals overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive.
Welcome! I am so glad you found me. Fostering a safe place to share and express yourself is very important to me. I am a highly trained therapist who works with children and adolescents ages 3-18 as well as young adults and parents. I received my undergraduate degree from Dallas Baptist University and my Masters in Counseling from the University of North Texas. I have also worked with foster and adoptive children and their families and I am trauma informed as well as having experience in education. I create an open environment with positive regard for my clients without judgment of the circumstances they find themselves in.
Welcome! I am so glad you found me. Fostering a safe place to share and express yourself is very important to me. I am a highly trained therapist who works with children and adolescents ages 3-18 as well as young adults and parents. I received my undergraduate degree from Dallas Baptist University and my Masters in Counseling from the University of North Texas. I have also worked with foster and adoptive children and their families and I am trauma informed as well as having experience in education. I create an open environment with positive regard for my clients without judgment of the circumstances they find themselves in.
My desire to positively impact the lives of others is the reason I became a counselor. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome the mental and emotional obstacles that are preventing them from living their best life. I believe that is best done by partnering with the client to design a specialized treatment plan to bring about the necessary changes and growth to achieve the client's goals. I also believe in providing an empathetic and encouraging environment to facilitate such changes and growth. I work with teenagers and adults in the areas of depression, stress, anxiety, self-harm, and self-esteem, to name a few areas.
My desire to positively impact the lives of others is the reason I became a counselor. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome the mental and emotional obstacles that are preventing them from living their best life. I believe that is best done by partnering with the client to design a specialized treatment plan to bring about the necessary changes and growth to achieve the client's goals. I also believe in providing an empathetic and encouraging environment to facilitate such changes and growth. I work with teenagers and adults in the areas of depression, stress, anxiety, self-harm, and self-esteem, to name a few areas.
Clarity Counseling Center of Ellis County, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Waxahachie, TX 75165
With over 30 years of experience, this counseling is conducted with expertise. A safe and nurturing environment makes it easy to open up. As we work together, solutions for your specific circumstance will become clear. Fees: $100 for 1 hour; and $50 for every additional 30 minutes. Being responsive is a priority, so every effort is made to return your call or email within one business day.
With over 30 years of experience, this counseling is conducted with expertise. A safe and nurturing environment makes it easy to open up. As we work together, solutions for your specific circumstance will become clear. Fees: $100 for 1 hour; and $50 for every additional 30 minutes. Being responsive is a priority, so every effort is made to return your call or email within one business day.
Tracy Ann Locke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Thank you for taking the first step towards healing and improving your mental health. I am committed to providing a warm, accepting, and confidential environment where you feel understood and supported. Together, we can work towards overcoming challenges, fostering growth, and achieving a healthier, more fulfilling life. My professional and personal life experiences enable me to connect with clients on an intimate and nonjudgmental level. I offer an individualized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs incorporating EMDR, CBT, DBT and Solutions-Focused Therapy to help your achieve your goals.
Thank you for taking the first step towards healing and improving your mental health. I am committed to providing a warm, accepting, and confidential environment where you feel understood and supported. Together, we can work towards overcoming challenges, fostering growth, and achieving a healthier, more fulfilling life. My professional and personal life experiences enable me to connect with clients on an intimate and nonjudgmental level. I offer an individualized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs incorporating EMDR, CBT, DBT and Solutions-Focused Therapy to help your achieve your goals.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.