Therapists in Spring, TX

Your relationship is worth fighting for, but it shouldn't be something that you fight over. Though finances, sex, politics, and spiritual faith can be common issues that people argue over, there are many more things that challenge relationships, and I've had the benefit and pleasure to help many people in diverse relational difficulties. You are not alone, quite literally every adult has faced difficulty within relationships. Whether there has been infidelity, loss of trust, abusive tendencies, lost connections, lack of relational congruency or cohesion, poor communication, family problems, commitment issues, or irresponsibility.

Life throws curve balls! Good and Bad! At some point, we all need assistance and support for the challenges and changes that occur in our lives. I believe pursuing support can be a difficult choice, but ultimately a rewarding and productive one! Choosing to process, heal, grow, and find success truly pays off when it leads to increased satisfaction with circumstances, self and relationships with others.

Hello! My name is Barbara Koos and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a person-centered approach. I provide individual counseling for adults ages 18 and up. I treat adults with a variety of mental health concerns. I focus most on clients with emotional or mood disorders. I also work with clients who have experienced trauma, interpersonal issues, or life stressors. My approaches are Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered. I like to create an open nonjudgmental environment with my clients.

It has been said that ‘the attempt to escape from pain is what creates more pain’. I approach counseling from an integrative perspective, often drawing from cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, and attachment theories. I believe in holistic healing that encompasses the whole person physically, emotionally, mentally, socially, and spiritually. I will be there to walk through the pain with you at your pace while helping you grieve, develop insight, and gain awareness.

Are you worried about your child? Struggling with meltdowns, crying, yelling, or even aggressive outbursts? As a parent it breaks your heart to see your child so overwhelmed by their feelings. You know they feel things very deeply, but the dramatic highs and lows are exhausting. You wish they could calm themselves down and cope with big feelings well. Seeing your child so upset makes you feel like a failure as a parent. You worry their behavior keeps them from making friends. You long for peace and harmony in your home. Every book or person has a different idea of how to help. You feel lost and confused on what to do next.

We all feel stuck from time to time. Stuck in relational conflict, stuck in negative patterns of thinking, stuck in the darkness of anxiety or depression, and more. Whatever you or your child is going through, you don't have to figure out how to move forward on your own.

I recognize that there is no one correct way to walk through life, and I am here to support you in your unique journey. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQIA+ and life transitions. My innovative techniques allow clients to process difficult emotions, promote healing, rejuvenation, and transformation. My experience has resulted in positive outcomes for adolescents, young adults and adults.

I specialize in working with women and teen girls with past/present trauma. Living as a trauma survivor is not easy and can be exhausting. Does anxiety and depression seem to control your life or preventing you from pursuing your goals? Are you struggling with adverse childhood trauma? Are your relationships affected? Trauma is a complex and unique experience for each individual. You are not the same person you once were. I believe everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to work through life's challenges. It is understood that seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, but I am here to support you every step of the way.

Therapy works the moment you decide that you don’t want to process through life alone. Your wellness depends on your willingness to receive the help you need to begin recovery and become restored. Beginning therapy is like a gift you give yourself for never giving up even on the toughest days. Therapy provides you with a trusted voice to be your most authentic self and express your feelings. It is a safe place to share your story and rewrite the narrative when needed and to help you navigate through life no matter the path you are on, or the path you desire to take. Therapy is not easy; it will require work, and it is worth it.

I've had the privilege of working in a variety of settings, with individuals, couples, and families experiencing different challenges. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you, and to walk together to heal, to unlock your potential, and to achieve your goals. Being from a different country has become a strength in my practice to naturally be culturally sensitive in my sessions and to have more meaningful interactions with my clients of different backgrounds.

Desi has lived and worked in the Houston area for nearly 20 years. She has an extensive background in mental health-providing individuals, groups, and families with counseling services in a variety of settings-including elementary schools, a private practice and group therapy sessions at a psychiatric inpatient hospital. Desi left the inpatient mental health facility to pursue her passion for counseling within the private practice setting. Her passion now in one-on-one counseling is to help individuals and couples find mental and emotional wholeness.

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE to meet your needs! THERE IS AN OPEN SPOT FOR YOU! I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of counseling roles for the last 18 years. This experience has allowed me to effectively work with a wide range of individuals, groups, children, adolescents, teens, seniors, couples and families in anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, addictions, self-esteem, anger management, marriage conflicts, obsessive-compulsive disorders, phobias and post-traumatic stress disorders. My essential goal for each client is to establish empowerment, nurture successful growth and find positive direction.

Anxiety, depressive feelings, being afraid of where the future may lead, or trying to figure out how to get over initial humps are common, but may also feel emotionally and physically draining. Therapy should be thoughtful, supportive, and provide a sense of safety for you to be yourself. This is the environment I look to create so that you can gain a deeper sense of self, and explore old thinking patterns and behaviors that may be preventing you from moving forward. I can offer a fresh perspective to help you re-frame those negative thoughts in a more productive direction.

I enjoy helping adolescents and their caregivers cope more effectively with life's stressors together. I also like to help women of all ages and stages to feel strong and successful in their various roles. I utilize talk therapy, through multiple approaches and psychoeducation, to empower my clients with greater self-esteem and confidence, and with stronger coping skills to succeed at home and work.

I enjoy working with young people and adults as they move along their paths of self-discovery and become the best version of themselves. Throughout the life journey, challenges are presented which offer each us to opportunity to grow. In the process of growth, we contend with uncertainty and often experience discomfort. A variety of therapeutic tools such as eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and action methods can be utilized in order that adults and adolescents, can be supported as they navigate the unknown paths related to past events, current challenges and future desires.

Are you struggling with negative feelings (sadness, anxiety, fear) and want to change that? Are you experiencing big changes in your life and feeling a little lost? Schedule an intake today and see what we can accomplish together. I bring to my sessions a comfortable space with positive energy, a willingness to listen to you and to help you achieve your goals. I always strive for active listening, empathy, and genuineness and can utilize many techniques.

Do you ever wonder, when is it my turn to not be ok? Does anyone care? As women and mothers, our struggles can go unseen and unheard. Together we can work through finding a balance and giving your needs a voice. I always say a counseling session should feel like having coffee with a trustworthy friend that is also knowledgeable in mental health. In my practice, I focus on meeting you where you are and offering an empathetic judgement free environment for us to work together to create change.

If you're looking to make a change or need to heal from past or current challenges, I am here to help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Texas, New York, and Florida and have been working in the mental health field since 2012. I have 9 years of experience working with children, individuals, and families presenting with challenges that include addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-harm, ADHD, family challenges, and other stressors that can affect us at any point in our lives.

I am certified in anxiety and trauma (EMDR). I am also a relationship expert with a PhD in marriage and family therapy and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-S, LICSW). I have over 19 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, groups, and families. Many of my clients choose alternative methods for dealing with anxiety and depression instead of prescription medication. I am also a certified herbalist and a practitioner of yoga. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.