Family Therapy in Paradise, TX

In my 35+ years of counseling I have been fortunate to work with a wide variety of people with a wide variety of issues in a wide variety of settings. My broad goal in counseling is to foster positive change in others. I believe my success in working with people has been my ability to be adaptable and open when relating to the person, group, or family I am trying to assist. I listen to identify the present issues and the possible history of these issues. I employ an eclectic approach in therapy using the tools to promote change.

All of us experience struggles at some point in our life. Often these struggles begin in childhood and leave negative imprints on our lives for years. Other individuals may have uneventful childhoods, but find themselves struggling in adulthood with unexpected life events such as family and relational issues, death and dying, chronic illness, anxiety and depression, to name a few. Finding a trusting therapist to walk with you while providing objective insight can often be the difference between just struggling through life, or experiencing your best life and thriving.

Years ago, I use to think 'Counseling is for birds! I assumed, erroneously, only ‘truly disturbed' people needed a counselor. Boy was I wrong! When I went through a difficult time in my life, I realized I needed some guidance. I found a counselor who helped me discover answers I needed for my journey. Along my way, I came to realize, everyone, now and then, may find themselves in a tough spot and need some guidance. It's not an admission of weakness. It's the recognition that at times, we alone don't have all the answers. Counseling can help and I welcome the opportunity to join you on your healing journey to wholeness.

I provide therapeutic services ranging from depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach to each of my client's individual needs to help them achieve their desired outcomes including but not limited to: stress or anger management, transition to parenthood, as well as effective communication. My personal mission is to foster hope, facilitate healing and wholeness for those who strongly desire it. Surveys reveal people want their spiritual needs respected and for their therapist to practice spiritually grounded and psychologically informed care and psychotherapy.

My name is Imane Boulares, and I am a Muslim Arab American. I was raised in California, where I was exposed to various cultures and backgrounds. I am very thankful to that exposure as it taught me how to be accepting and understanding of others from an early age. It has also made me very curious to learn more about other cultures and how it effects day-to-day life and family systems. Furthermore, I received my psychology BA from UT-Austin and my M.Ed. from Lamar University. Working at the different settings has provided me with a diverse experience on different mental health issues with various intensities.

I am best able to help people who are seeking to recover from life experiences that have caused hurt, relationship and work problems and a decline in personal growth. Persons seeking recovery from a problematic past of drug or alcohol use, obesity, chronic disease, trauma, relationship problems, domestic violence, child protective services involvement, self destructive behavior, grief and loss or situational stress would be an ideal client to work with. I work best with clients who are curious about how to manage complex problems, curious about change and interested in investing in themselves, their children or family.

Mental Health Advocate with 16 years’ experience engaging adolescents, teens, and parents regarding crisis intervention, trauma informed care, trust based relational intervention, solution-oriented treatment, conflict resolution, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. Dedicated to implementing appropriate interventions regarding domestic violence, substance abuse, interpersonal relationships, and Child Protective Service cases.

Is your pain demanding a response but you do not know where to turn? Hello, my name is Brady Daniel and I am a licensed professional counselor who helps people understand and process their pain. I help people navigate the complex emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of pain. Pain can hold you back from moving towards what you want in life but it does not have to.

I specialize in working with children, teens and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behaviors issues, stress management, and school performance. My mission is to help you feel more confident and less overwhelmed in your daily life. I will help you decrease feelings of anxiety and increase your ability to cope. We will work together to overcome life's hurdles and live life more authentically.

I have been in the business of the healing arts for almost 20 years - providing services from case management to individual counseling. I obtained my Bachelor' in Psychology from Texas Tech University in 2000 and my Master' in Community Counseling from Webster University in 2010. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and in good standing with the State of Texas. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, socioeconomics, and cultures, which I believe gives me a well-rounded approach to anyone in need, including individuals, families, and couples.

Sometimes, life sucks. It’s not fair. It’s messy. There are times when it seems like more than you can handle. It can feel like, no matter how hard you try, you just can’t catch a break. You might believe everyone around you is succeeding, while you are stuck. It can feel hopeless, scary, and beyond repair.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I am one of 30 therapists certified to do CPT in the state of Texas, which is the therapy used for trauma and PTSD. I work with various populations including active duty service members from the air force,army,navy and marines as well as the international pilot training wing, their families, veterans, and clients of all ages. My clients include ones with with abusive histories, physical,emotional,sexual,ritual, or currently in an abusive situation. I am certified in CBT, CPT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and TF-EAP. All used for trauma work. I use animal therapy also

Jackie helps clients who have experienced trauma. Trauma can look like so many things and mean different things to each person. The client may have had childhood abuse, a car accident, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, divorce, or even bullying. Jackie can help clients reach their goals in coping and living with trauma. She has experienced the hardships of living with trauma, bad dreams, or triggers that can severely interrupt your life. In her healing process, she learned to better help others cope with life after trauma.

I believe that self-acceptance and realizing one's worth are the foundations of positive self-esteem and the underpinnings of a life well lived. My goal: to help clients learn coping skills that can enable them to realize their full potential and increase their quality of life. Everyone has worth and value. Behaviors can be changed. I work with adults, families, adolescents and children who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma from abuse. I feel that counseling should be based on the needs of each client and not a "one size fits all" approach.

Need to talk? Trouble sleeping? Can't seem to relax? Feeling "not good enough?" Sometimes, you might feel overwhelmed and unprepared to meet the goals you have set for yourself, or perhaps you are feeling aimless in pursuing a better life. Maybe you have been told that you are not living up to your potential, or it seems like everyone else "has it together" and you feel lost.

Life is full of obstacles and unforeseen problems. Often we feel hopeless and overwhelmed without knowing who we can reach out to for guidance. Finding a trusting, understanding, and compassionate therapist is the first step in navigating through the challenges. Therapy leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of stress. Let me help you work toward alleviating the difficulties in your life and work with you to achieve your goals.