Therapists in Parker County, TX
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Mary Beth Dennie, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Weatherford, TX 76086
Life can be hard. Sometimes we all need someone to help us understand ourselves better, to guide us as we move forward in making personal changes, and to help navigate the path to becoming the person we want to be. I am here to listen to you and guide you as you head toward your personal journey of emotional, psychological and spiritual healing. I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and difficult life transitions, such as divorce or blending a family. As a marriage and family counselor, I help clients in affair recovery, parenting plan development, and healing from emotional wounds caused by divorce.
Life can be hard. Sometimes we all need someone to help us understand ourselves better, to guide us as we move forward in making personal changes, and to help navigate the path to becoming the person we want to be. I am here to listen to you and guide you as you head toward your personal journey of emotional, psychological and spiritual healing. I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and difficult life transitions, such as divorce or blending a family. As a marriage and family counselor, I help clients in affair recovery, parenting plan development, and healing from emotional wounds caused by divorce.
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At New Leaf Services, LLC we offer a wide variety of therapy and specialties. We offer individual, family, and couples counseling. Specialty treatment is available in Trauma, Abuse, PTSD, Substance Abuse, Grief Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health Issues, and Animal Assisted Therapy. For counselors, we offer CEU training, administrative services, billing, credentialing, and general bookkeeping.
At New Leaf Services, LLC we offer a wide variety of therapy and specialties. We offer individual, family, and couples counseling. Specialty treatment is available in Trauma, Abuse, PTSD, Substance Abuse, Grief Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health Issues, and Animal Assisted Therapy. For counselors, we offer CEU training, administrative services, billing, credentialing, and general bookkeeping.
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Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone's face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come. -H. Nouwen
Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone's face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come. -H. Nouwen
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You don't want to go through the motions or go one more day without an all purposeful and passionate desire for your meaning in life. You want to stop looking back thinking "What could I have done differently or where did it all go wrong?" You want to move forward with a new beginning and refreshed sense of meaning and direction. It is absolutely not too late for you regardless of where you are or what you are seeking. It's possible to change for the better, seek for the better, and be you for your betterment. Be you for you.
You don't want to go through the motions or go one more day without an all purposeful and passionate desire for your meaning in life. You want to stop looking back thinking "What could I have done differently or where did it all go wrong?" You want to move forward with a new beginning and refreshed sense of meaning and direction. It is absolutely not too late for you regardless of where you are or what you are seeking. It's possible to change for the better, seek for the better, and be you for your betterment. Be you for you.
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Brian K. Brinkmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MDiv
Verified Verified
Weatherford, TX 76087
Online Therapists
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Hello! I have been practicing in Texas for 12 years and have a background in health and psychology, having formally trained at Yale, UT Southwestern and SMU. I have extensive treatment experience with anxiety, mood issues, trauma, adjusting to medical illness, sports psychology, autism, child behavior (though I work with an equal number of youth and adults) and life stress. My modality is eclectic, but grounded in empirically supported treatments designed to increase psychological flexibility, leading to sustainable life changes. We will work together to help you, or your loved one, meet whatever challenges bring you in!
Hello! I have been practicing in Texas for 12 years and have a background in health and psychology, having formally trained at Yale, UT Southwestern and SMU. I have extensive treatment experience with anxiety, mood issues, trauma, adjusting to medical illness, sports psychology, autism, child behavior (though I work with an equal number of youth and adults) and life stress. My modality is eclectic, but grounded in empirically supported treatments designed to increase psychological flexibility, leading to sustainable life changes. We will work together to help you, or your loved one, meet whatever challenges bring you in!
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My eclectic approach includes a background in sports psychology and positive psychology, which puts a unique twist on my work, as I strive for my client's, "optimal performance.
Change is the only constant in life, but that doesn't necessarily mean it is easy! Pain is an indicator that something isn't working and it is time for change. Like most things worthwhile, change requires hard work. Guiding you through the process of change is my lifework. Whatever your struggle, I'm here to work through it with you --you are not alone! If you want to change your life, change your mind.
My eclectic approach includes a background in sports psychology and positive psychology, which puts a unique twist on my work, as I strive for my client's, "optimal performance.
Change is the only constant in life, but that doesn't necessarily mean it is easy! Pain is an indicator that something isn't working and it is time for change. Like most things worthwhile, change requires hard work. Guiding you through the process of change is my lifework. Whatever your struggle, I'm here to work through it with you --you are not alone! If you want to change your life, change your mind.
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Sky Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Sky received her Masters in Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She has over 4 years of experience working with clients ranging from 6 to 73 years old. Sky is passionate about helping her clients grow into who they want to be by walking alongside them and creating a lasting, foundational relationship. She meets her clients where they’re at and aims to provide an open, calm and welcoming environment. Sky specializes in sports therapy and loves helping athletes reach their full potential. She also enjoys working with adolescents who are navigating critical changes in their life.
Sky received her Masters in Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She has over 4 years of experience working with clients ranging from 6 to 73 years old. Sky is passionate about helping her clients grow into who they want to be by walking alongside them and creating a lasting, foundational relationship. She meets her clients where they’re at and aims to provide an open, calm and welcoming environment. Sky specializes in sports therapy and loves helping athletes reach their full potential. She also enjoys working with adolescents who are navigating critical changes in their life.
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Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
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I offer a holistic approach, weaving mindfulness, and expert guidance in boundaries, trauma, eating disorders, self-image, and optimizing work and sports performance.
Imagine a life where authenticity, self-love, and deep connections flourish. You, a vibrant soul navigating the complexities of work and life, yearn for profound friendships and relationships but face fears that linger in the shadows. Unspoken fears of judgment, repeating negative patterns, regret of untapped potential and the dread of unfulfilled relationships weigh on your spirit. Your desire to overcome anxiety, build secure attachments, and embrace self-love clashes with uncertainties and the unknown of your unique journey.
I offer a holistic approach, weaving mindfulness, and expert guidance in boundaries, trauma, eating disorders, self-image, and optimizing work and sports performance.
Imagine a life where authenticity, self-love, and deep connections flourish. You, a vibrant soul navigating the complexities of work and life, yearn for profound friendships and relationships but face fears that linger in the shadows. Unspoken fears of judgment, repeating negative patterns, regret of untapped potential and the dread of unfulfilled relationships weigh on your spirit. Your desire to overcome anxiety, build secure attachments, and embrace self-love clashes with uncertainties and the unknown of your unique journey.
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My focus includes a wide range of treatment areas, including: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, inter-personal relationship issues, grief/loss, coping with injury/ pain/ complex medical problems, trauma, weigh loss, sports performance, life role transitions, memory and age decline, personality disorders, ADD, substance use.
Hi I'm Trish the Dish! I'm a Mental Health Therapist and wellness advocate! I love lifting weights, CrossFit, and blowing off steam through exercise. I love hearing people's stories, and making a positive impact! Life is too short to feel as though you are constantly struggling. Support, knowledge, and new coping tools could be the life game changer you need towards moving forward and living your best quality of life.
My focus includes a wide range of treatment areas, including: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, inter-personal relationship issues, grief/loss, coping with injury/ pain/ complex medical problems, trauma, weigh loss, sports performance, life role transitions, memory and age decline, personality disorders, ADD, substance use.
Hi I'm Trish the Dish! I'm a Mental Health Therapist and wellness advocate! I love lifting weights, CrossFit, and blowing off steam through exercise. I love hearing people's stories, and making a positive impact! Life is too short to feel as though you are constantly struggling. Support, knowledge, and new coping tools could be the life game changer you need towards moving forward and living your best quality of life.
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Dr. Mike Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S, CMPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76016
I serve high-stress professions such as the medical, legal, professional/collegiate sports, and entertainment industries.
Are you in a relationship that is not satisfying, conflicted, or on the brink of divorce? Do you react to your spouse in a way you do not understand? Do you ever wonder why your spouse reacts the way they do? Do you want a happier life? Restoration Therapy can help discover these questions and Solution Focused Therapy can help you create the relationship you would like to experience. I believe it is important to have more than a general counselor for your relationship. You are best served by consulting a therapist licensed and trained in the specialized area of relationships.
I serve high-stress professions such as the medical, legal, professional/collegiate sports, and entertainment industries.
Are you in a relationship that is not satisfying, conflicted, or on the brink of divorce? Do you react to your spouse in a way you do not understand? Do you ever wonder why your spouse reacts the way they do? Do you want a happier life? Restoration Therapy can help discover these questions and Solution Focused Therapy can help you create the relationship you would like to experience. I believe it is important to have more than a general counselor for your relationship. You are best served by consulting a therapist licensed and trained in the specialized area of relationships.
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I am passionate about helping those who are heartbroken find healing, helping the grieving find comfort, and witnessing joy. I love helping teens navigate challenges like academic and sports performance stress, anxiety, feelings of purposelessness, insecurity, low self-esteem, body image issues, educational or career decisions, perfectionism, conflict with parents, feelings of isolation or shame, and peer pressure. If you find yourself here, walking alongside you as you courageously face these challenges would be an honor. My goal is to create a safe place for you to be heard, feel seen, and find freedom to live wholeheartedly.
I am passionate about helping those who are heartbroken find healing, helping the grieving find comfort, and witnessing joy. I love helping teens navigate challenges like academic and sports performance stress, anxiety, feelings of purposelessness, insecurity, low self-esteem, body image issues, educational or career decisions, perfectionism, conflict with parents, feelings of isolation or shame, and peer pressure. If you find yourself here, walking alongside you as you courageously face these challenges would be an honor. My goal is to create a safe place for you to be heard, feel seen, and find freedom to live wholeheartedly.
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As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
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Does your child or teen struggle behaviorally or to regulate their emotions? Do you at times feel like they are bouncing off the walls and unable to maintain focus? Have you gotten a phone call home from school about concerns related to your child? Maybe you have noticed an increase in anxiety or depression. Or their social skills are limiting their friendships creating a negative school experience. Being a child and teen in our day and age can be extremely challenging as they face heightened emotions, social media expectations, academic challenges, sports pressures and more.
Does your child or teen struggle behaviorally or to regulate their emotions? Do you at times feel like they are bouncing off the walls and unable to maintain focus? Have you gotten a phone call home from school about concerns related to your child? Maybe you have noticed an increase in anxiety or depression. Or their social skills are limiting their friendships creating a negative school experience. Being a child and teen in our day and age can be extremely challenging as they face heightened emotions, social media expectations, academic challenges, sports pressures and more.
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Anne (Kip) Rodgers Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CHPC, MBTI, CPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75033
As a Sports Psychotherapist, Certified High Performance Coach, and former professional athlete, I have worked with athletes 10-yrs-old to the professional level in a variety of sports.
Want solutions? Tired of therapy and instead need mental training? What if you could manage the struggle better whether anxiety, lack of confidence, low motivation, or more serious issues such as depression, addiction, lack of discipline, and poor communication. I take each client through a thorough mental health screening. The second session goes through results: Athletic Report, Stress Management Report, and Career Report, along with a Recommendation Plan for improvement. Clients gain a clear understanding of strengths, weaknesses plus the next steps for progress. The process works for executives and high performers too!
As a Sports Psychotherapist, Certified High Performance Coach, and former professional athlete, I have worked with athletes 10-yrs-old to the professional level in a variety of sports.
Want solutions? Tired of therapy and instead need mental training? What if you could manage the struggle better whether anxiety, lack of confidence, low motivation, or more serious issues such as depression, addiction, lack of discipline, and poor communication. I take each client through a thorough mental health screening. The second session goes through results: Athletic Report, Stress Management Report, and Career Report, along with a Recommendation Plan for improvement. Clients gain a clear understanding of strengths, weaknesses plus the next steps for progress. The process works for executives and high performers too!
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My areas of expertise are: depression, anxiety, relational conflicts, parenting, cultural/racial issues, trauma and veteran/military and sports mental health.
First, I want to congratulate you for taking the first step in taking authority over your healing and wholeness journey. The stressors of life is a lot to manage alone at times. It takes a lot of strength to recognize and seek help to not just survive in this thing called life, but to also thrive. As a clinician, I help navigate clients through past and present experiences and assist in crafting a better future by working collectively with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, and families. I provide my clients with practical coping skills to manage the challenges of life and unlearn unhealthy defense mechanisms.
My areas of expertise are: depression, anxiety, relational conflicts, parenting, cultural/racial issues, trauma and veteran/military and sports mental health.
First, I want to congratulate you for taking the first step in taking authority over your healing and wholeness journey. The stressors of life is a lot to manage alone at times. It takes a lot of strength to recognize and seek help to not just survive in this thing called life, but to also thrive. As a clinician, I help navigate clients through past and present experiences and assist in crafting a better future by working collectively with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, and families. I provide my clients with practical coping skills to manage the challenges of life and unlearn unhealthy defense mechanisms.
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Dr. Lucy F. Underwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072
Learning to manage life can be a challenge. When complicated by life transitions, performance pressures, chronic health conditions, mental health diagnoses, or a host of other unforeseen obstacles, it is important to seek guidance. I have shared this journey with individuals & families for over 28 years. My clinical training, the use of research supported treatments, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Sports Counseling have allowed me to successfully work with individuals of all ages (children, teens, adults, & geriatrics), athletes, & business professionals who are confronted with a variety of concerns.
Learning to manage life can be a challenge. When complicated by life transitions, performance pressures, chronic health conditions, mental health diagnoses, or a host of other unforeseen obstacles, it is important to seek guidance. I have shared this journey with individuals & families for over 28 years. My clinical training, the use of research supported treatments, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Sports Counseling have allowed me to successfully work with individuals of all ages (children, teens, adults, & geriatrics), athletes, & business professionals who are confronted with a variety of concerns.
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy. I've worked with teens & adults, focusing on a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, coping skills for stress, self-harm & suicidal ideations, body-image issues, abuse & trauma, marriage & family relational conflicts, and taking control of thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. I've also had the opportunity of working with at-risk women through a non-profit organization. While pursing my degree in Sports Medicine, I was drawn to the mental & emotional side of athletics & my passion shifted towards counseling.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy. I've worked with teens & adults, focusing on a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, coping skills for stress, self-harm & suicidal ideations, body-image issues, abuse & trauma, marriage & family relational conflicts, and taking control of thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. I've also had the opportunity of working with at-risk women through a non-profit organization. While pursing my degree in Sports Medicine, I was drawn to the mental & emotional side of athletics & my passion shifted towards counseling.
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Leslie Elizabeth Hunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710
I am extremely passionate about guiding people to a better understanding of themselves and "why we do the things that we do". Our perspective dictates our emotional reactions to situations and therefore it affects our behavior; let me help you gain control of your reactions and change your thoughts! I am especially skilled with Depression/Anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse/addiction, sports psychology, relationships/communication, childhood issues, improving self-esteem, grief/loss, identity development and issues related to the child-to-adult transition. Please see my website and blog for more information.
I am extremely passionate about guiding people to a better understanding of themselves and "why we do the things that we do". Our perspective dictates our emotional reactions to situations and therefore it affects our behavior; let me help you gain control of your reactions and change your thoughts! I am especially skilled with Depression/Anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse/addiction, sports psychology, relationships/communication, childhood issues, improving self-esteem, grief/loss, identity development and issues related to the child-to-adult transition. Please see my website and blog for more information.
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Sports Performance Therapists
How does sports psychology work?
Sports psychology helps athletes identify and overcome challenges, such as perfectionism or a fear of failure, and improve key mental skills, such as confidence or concentration. By applying principles and techniques from psychology, such as goal-setting, visualization, positive self-talk, and emotion regulation, sports psychologists help athletes improve their performance on the field and their well-being overall.
How long does treatment for a sports-related problem take?
The duration of sports psychology treatment depends on the athlete’s individual challenges, goals, the complexity of the interventions used, and even on the length of the season. A performance anxiety issue may be treated with a short-term treatment, like Cognitive behavioural therapy, while issues such as depression, substance abuse, or severe anxiety may require longer-term treatments.
How effective is treatment for sports performance problems?
Sports psychology has been shown to improve performance and help athletes manage their emotions. Sports psychology can be effective in boosting performance, team dynamics, and injury rehabilitation. Over the past decade, nearly every professional sports team in every major sport has added a sports psychologist to its staff. Many colleges have done the same, and even some high school programs have done the same. Olympic hopefuls may consult with sports psychologists starting in elementary school.
What are the limitations of sports psychology?
Sports psychology may have several limitations. Every athlete is unique and may respond differently to sports psychology treatments. Therapy can help an athlete reach their potential; it can help athletes cope with injury and pain, but it cannot change the physical limitations that may be affecting an athlete’s performance.