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Bob Harverstick
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I feel at home working with sense of self, relationship challenges, moods, grief, existential issues, creativity.
The client notices that I am wanting to understand more and more about what it's like to be her or him. Trust develops. I come to admire the client's willingness to dare a variety of words and feelings. S/he discovers the bolstering agency that comes with the exploration. S/he discovers that s/he can put me back on track if I misunderstand or misinterpret something. We come to be genuine and open about our experience of one another. I feel respectful and honored. Tears and laughter are both welcome . I accept BCBS (not Health Select) and, in some cases Medicare. $175 per session.
I feel at home working with sense of self, relationship challenges, moods, grief, existential issues, creativity.
The client notices that I am wanting to understand more and more about what it's like to be her or him. Trust develops. I come to admire the client's willingness to dare a variety of words and feelings. S/he discovers the bolstering agency that comes with the exploration. S/he discovers that s/he can put me back on track if I misunderstand or misinterpret something. We come to be genuine and open about our experience of one another. I feel respectful and honored. Tears and laughter are both welcome . I accept BCBS (not Health Select) and, in some cases Medicare. $175 per session.
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Thank you for reviewing my profile! It's important to find a therapist who is a good fit for you and the work you want to do. I work with a broad range of clients and find passion in working with those who have experienced trauma or anyone who is seeking to heal and grow personally. If you are experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, grief, fear, gender/identity issues, or other concerns, I would be happy to help! At times my caseload can get full, but you can be added to my waiting list or choose to work with one of the other great counselors in the practice!
Thank you for reviewing my profile! It's important to find a therapist who is a good fit for you and the work you want to do. I work with a broad range of clients and find passion in working with those who have experienced trauma or anyone who is seeking to heal and grow personally. If you are experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, grief, fear, gender/identity issues, or other concerns, I would be happy to help! At times my caseload can get full, but you can be added to my waiting list or choose to work with one of the other great counselors in the practice!
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Mia Sultanik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leander, TX 78641
I also work heavily with those experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, parenting issues, life transitions and changes, and loss and grief issues.
Are you caught wondering if your storm will calm. For kids and adults alike, this can feel especially isolating. If this sounds familiar, I may be a good fit for you. 50% of my practice is working with Autistic people, parents and siblings of those with ASD and associated disorders. From our first meeting, I hope you will see there is hope in managing the feelings and obstacles that come with the challenges you face. Please know my practitioners work in many areas including Autism, twice exceptional trauma, LBGTQIA+, parenting, addiction, DID, personality disorders to name a few. Please look at our web page.
I also work heavily with those experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, parenting issues, life transitions and changes, and loss and grief issues.
Are you caught wondering if your storm will calm. For kids and adults alike, this can feel especially isolating. If this sounds familiar, I may be a good fit for you. 50% of my practice is working with Autistic people, parents and siblings of those with ASD and associated disorders. From our first meeting, I hope you will see there is hope in managing the feelings and obstacles that come with the challenges you face. Please know my practitioners work in many areas including Autism, twice exceptional trauma, LBGTQIA+, parenting, addiction, DID, personality disorders to name a few. Please look at our web page.
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Jenny Silver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience serving LGBTQ, Kink and Poly individuals (both adults & adolescents) and couples, as well as grief work and life stage changes.
My interest is in people, their unique stories, and what brings them to therapy plays an important role in my work. I see my job as helping each individual understand what may be interfering in achieving their goals. I use a variety of techniques, tailored to each person's needs. I enjoy the process of forming a unique, collaborative relationship with each individual, leading to helpful change.
I have extensive experience serving LGBTQ, Kink and Poly individuals (both adults & adolescents) and couples, as well as grief work and life stage changes.
My interest is in people, their unique stories, and what brings them to therapy plays an important role in my work. I see my job as helping each individual understand what may be interfering in achieving their goals. I use a variety of techniques, tailored to each person's needs. I enjoy the process of forming a unique, collaborative relationship with each individual, leading to helpful change.
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Brenna G. Camp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79601
Life has taken me down the unexpected paths of anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss.
The journey of life sometimes leads us down roads and paths untraveled. These new paths can be exciting or painful and scary. Perhaps you have experienced an unexpected death or loss. You or someone you love may be struggling with addiction, like substances or pornography. You may experience chronic physical pain and feel hopeless to find relief. Stress, depression, and anxiety may have surfaced unexpectedly or you have struggled with them for years. Or, you may be experiencing a life transition and hoping to grow through it. You, your children, teenagers, marriage, or family may be struggling to find harmony, peace or direction.
Life has taken me down the unexpected paths of anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss.
The journey of life sometimes leads us down roads and paths untraveled. These new paths can be exciting or painful and scary. Perhaps you have experienced an unexpected death or loss. You or someone you love may be struggling with addiction, like substances or pornography. You may experience chronic physical pain and feel hopeless to find relief. Stress, depression, and anxiety may have surfaced unexpectedly or you have struggled with them for years. Or, you may be experiencing a life transition and hoping to grow through it. You, your children, teenagers, marriage, or family may be struggling to find harmony, peace or direction.
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Hello! My name is Dr. Katherine (Katie) Kainer and I am a licensed psychologist based in San Antonio, TX. I am the owner of ReNew Psychological Services, PLLC, and provide virtual therapy to clients all over Texas. I work with adults who experience various difficulties, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, anger, stress, body image, relational, communication, life transition/adjustment, grief/loss, burnout, work stress, perfectionism, self-esteem, family conflict, chronic pain, neurocognitive, military/veteran-related, and college mental health concerns.
Hello! My name is Dr. Katherine (Katie) Kainer and I am a licensed psychologist based in San Antonio, TX. I am the owner of ReNew Psychological Services, PLLC, and provide virtual therapy to clients all over Texas. I work with adults who experience various difficulties, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, anger, stress, body image, relational, communication, life transition/adjustment, grief/loss, burnout, work stress, perfectionism, self-esteem, family conflict, chronic pain, neurocognitive, military/veteran-related, and college mental health concerns.
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Jacqueline Grace Mascari
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, MS , NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Georgetown, TX 78628 (Online Only)
Everyone has challenges throughout their life and may experience trauma, difficulty adjusting, grief, anxiety, depression, or the stress of everyday life. My hope is that therapy helps them to feel less alone and more equipped to access what they need throughout the process. I am honored to hear my clients stories and get to walk with them through their process of healing. Healing is a personal journey and together, we can determine what is most important for each client on that individual journey. My hope is to help my clients access healing and get in touch with their inner self.
Everyone has challenges throughout their life and may experience trauma, difficulty adjusting, grief, anxiety, depression, or the stress of everyday life. My hope is that therapy helps them to feel less alone and more equipped to access what they need throughout the process. I am honored to hear my clients stories and get to walk with them through their process of healing. Healing is a personal journey and together, we can determine what is most important for each client on that individual journey. My hope is to help my clients access healing and get in touch with their inner self.
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Charlie Cale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78729 (Online Only)
To get you there I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, working through depression and anxiety with individuals, and helping couples with conflict and communication, creating new pathways of thought, and encouraging your own self awareness.
This is a mean old world! I see a lot of suffering; relationship conflict, job frustration, painful loneliness, anxiety, depression, and of course grieving. It seems we are all touched by grief lately. Counseling gives you the space to sort through some of this painful crap with a non-biased guide. Let's focus on defining what you need in order to live a steadier, and more functional life. Life shouldn't be this painful! Let's figure some stuff out!
To get you there I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, working through depression and anxiety with individuals, and helping couples with conflict and communication, creating new pathways of thought, and encouraging your own self awareness.
This is a mean old world! I see a lot of suffering; relationship conflict, job frustration, painful loneliness, anxiety, depression, and of course grieving. It seems we are all touched by grief lately. Counseling gives you the space to sort through some of this painful crap with a non-biased guide. Let's focus on defining what you need in order to live a steadier, and more functional life. Life shouldn't be this painful! Let's figure some stuff out!
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Hi there! My name is Nikita and I am a Graduate Student Intern currently pursuing my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Texas Wesleyan University. I am supervised by Dr. Elyse Deleski, LMFT-S. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. I have experience helping clients work through issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, complex PTSD, and victims of narcissists. I have also received additional training in Gottman Couples Therapy (Level 1) and Treating Affairs and Trauma.
Hi there! My name is Nikita and I am a Graduate Student Intern currently pursuing my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Texas Wesleyan University. I am supervised by Dr. Elyse Deleski, LMFT-S. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. I have experience helping clients work through issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, complex PTSD, and victims of narcissists. I have also received additional training in Gottman Couples Therapy (Level 1) and Treating Affairs and Trauma.
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Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS, LPCS, RPTS, EMDR AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76543
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
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My ideal clients experience a broad array of emotional, mental, and behavioral issues and situations that they no longer feel in control of. This may be anxiety, depression, traumas, grief, identity/personality and/or self-esteem problems. My ideal clients desire growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. My clients will have a strong desire foe self-fulfillment in all aspect of life: financially, emotionally, spiritually, academically, socially, and in intimacy.
My ideal clients experience a broad array of emotional, mental, and behavioral issues and situations that they no longer feel in control of. This may be anxiety, depression, traumas, grief, identity/personality and/or self-esteem problems. My ideal clients desire growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. My clients will have a strong desire foe self-fulfillment in all aspect of life: financially, emotionally, spiritually, academically, socially, and in intimacy.
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I have experience working with culturally diverse adults and children in treating a range of issues that include interpersonal (relationship) issues, women's issues, trauma, depression, grief and loss, cultural identity, and anxiety.
My approach to therapy is tailored to what my client needs. Some need structure, some just need a place to process. Whatever it is, I am flexible. I also have a relational approach so if you're someone who may need a good laugh, a non judgmental ear, and a safe place to explore feelings, thoughts, and experiences, I may be a good fit.
I have experience working with culturally diverse adults and children in treating a range of issues that include interpersonal (relationship) issues, women's issues, trauma, depression, grief and loss, cultural identity, and anxiety.
My approach to therapy is tailored to what my client needs. Some need structure, some just need a place to process. Whatever it is, I am flexible. I also have a relational approach so if you're someone who may need a good laugh, a non judgmental ear, and a safe place to explore feelings, thoughts, and experiences, I may be a good fit.
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Do you ever wonder how you are going to get through a major life transition? When life takes you to a place of uncertainty, and you begin to question yourself and your ability to make quality decisions, wondering, "is it normal to feel this way?" Whether your changing jobs, starting a career, moving to a new area, or have a chronic illness, change can be stressful and requires a series of adjustments to get back to a sense of life balance. Much of my professional expertise focuses on life transition and the impact of change throughout the lifespan, from young teens to older adults. I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
Do you ever wonder how you are going to get through a major life transition? When life takes you to a place of uncertainty, and you begin to question yourself and your ability to make quality decisions, wondering, "is it normal to feel this way?" Whether your changing jobs, starting a career, moving to a new area, or have a chronic illness, change can be stressful and requires a series of adjustments to get back to a sense of life balance. Much of my professional expertise focuses on life transition and the impact of change throughout the lifespan, from young teens to older adults. I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
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Martha H. Pasiminio - Bilingual
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Online Only)
Fully Bilingual/ Bicultural - We all need a helping hand to overcome life's challenges and achieve our dreams. My role is to provide a safe space and proper guidance for you and/or your children to be able to heal past wounds and overcome current issues while regaining your power, so that you can develop your full potential and have a fulfilling and rewarding life. (www.pasiminiowellness.com)
Fully Bilingual/ Bicultural - We all need a helping hand to overcome life's challenges and achieve our dreams. My role is to provide a safe space and proper guidance for you and/or your children to be able to heal past wounds and overcome current issues while regaining your power, so that you can develop your full potential and have a fulfilling and rewarding life. (www.pasiminiowellness.com)
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Ruth Caporello
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613
I come from a narrative, trauma-informed framework. This means that I am willing to explore a client's story and experiences with compassion and courage. Trust and safety are very important in the therapy relationship and I strive to create a safe environment. I am trained in DBT coping and mindfulness skills, as well as addictions therapy and betrayal trauma/infidelity recovery therapy. Your story is unique to you - and while it does not define you, it may provide helpful clues to where you are now in life and in relationships. I will invite you to that same courage as you are ready, which may take time.
I come from a narrative, trauma-informed framework. This means that I am willing to explore a client's story and experiences with compassion and courage. Trust and safety are very important in the therapy relationship and I strive to create a safe environment. I am trained in DBT coping and mindfulness skills, as well as addictions therapy and betrayal trauma/infidelity recovery therapy. Your story is unique to you - and while it does not define you, it may provide helpful clues to where you are now in life and in relationships. I will invite you to that same courage as you are ready, which may take time.
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Christina Leigh Ravenel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76549 (Online Only)
Counseling is a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. Through counseling, the therapist and client work together to explore the client's inner world. The goal is to increase self-awareness and facilitate change in the client's life. Effective therapy requires that the counselor exhibits respect, authenticity, genuineness, empathy, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard. These qualities are at the heart of therapy and facilitate a healthy connection that allows true healing to occur. I believe the counselor must look at the client through a holistic healing frame of reference.
Counseling is a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. Through counseling, the therapist and client work together to explore the client's inner world. The goal is to increase self-awareness and facilitate change in the client's life. Effective therapy requires that the counselor exhibits respect, authenticity, genuineness, empathy, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard. These qualities are at the heart of therapy and facilitate a healthy connection that allows true healing to occur. I believe the counselor must look at the client through a holistic healing frame of reference.
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Amber Daughrity
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79606 (Online Only)
Amber is a dedicated counselor with a profound passion for empowering families touched by adoption and a deep affinity for guiding young women and adolescents on their journeys to self-discovery and emotional well-being. With over eight years of invaluable experience in the field of social services, Amber's unwavering commitment to her clients is rooted in her academic journey. She earned her master's degree in Counseling & Development from Texas Woman's University in 2020, following several years of impactful work within the foster care system.
Amber is a dedicated counselor with a profound passion for empowering families touched by adoption and a deep affinity for guiding young women and adolescents on their journeys to self-discovery and emotional well-being. With over eight years of invaluable experience in the field of social services, Amber's unwavering commitment to her clients is rooted in her academic journey. She earned her master's degree in Counseling & Development from Texas Woman's University in 2020, following several years of impactful work within the foster care system.
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Angela Marie Jourdain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76541
Our office believes that access to counseling should be easy and comfortable. I personally try my best to never turn away a client, schedule immediately, and work with any financial barriers. Although I work with a variety of treatment goals and treatment modalities, I am known for my work with children, trauma experienced populations, relationship counseling, addictions, military and advocacy for community health. When working with children, I always involve the parents and I attempt to assess in a variety of settings to assure I have the entire picture. Counseling should feel comfortable and safe.
Our office believes that access to counseling should be easy and comfortable. I personally try my best to never turn away a client, schedule immediately, and work with any financial barriers. Although I work with a variety of treatment goals and treatment modalities, I am known for my work with children, trauma experienced populations, relationship counseling, addictions, military and advocacy for community health. When working with children, I always involve the parents and I attempt to assess in a variety of settings to assure I have the entire picture. Counseling should feel comfortable and safe.
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Jenny Moores
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
My area of expertise incudes children, adolescents and their families..
My area of expertise incudes children, adolescents and their families..
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Roslyn A Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harker Heights, TX 76548
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.