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Jessica Johns-Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I work with adults and young people (15+), specializing in trauma, body image problems (including eating disorders), relationship issues (such as communication, boundaries, dealing with conflict) and mood disturbance, such as anxiety. I also have expertise in supporting people to improve performance in specific areas, such as career or sport. My great passion is helping people find joy and live fulfilling lives. My work is dedicated to support people re-write unhelpful patterns and to re-discover their strength and resiliency through deeper self awareness.
I work with adults and young people (15+), specializing in trauma, body image problems (including eating disorders), relationship issues (such as communication, boundaries, dealing with conflict) and mood disturbance, such as anxiety. I also have expertise in supporting people to improve performance in specific areas, such as career or sport. My great passion is helping people find joy and live fulfilling lives. My work is dedicated to support people re-write unhelpful patterns and to re-discover their strength and resiliency through deeper self awareness.
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Tamara Denise Peña
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77054
Her treatment scope includes stress management, coping with anxiety, combating depression, and alleviating helplessness and hopelessness.
I am certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors to treat anxiety and depression. Together, we will work on symptom relief to achieve positive outcomes. We will design a unique and individualized plan (new tools for your toolbox!) to assist in relapse prevention.
Her treatment scope includes stress management, coping with anxiety, combating depression, and alleviating helplessness and hopelessness.
I am certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors to treat anxiety and depression. Together, we will work on symptom relief to achieve positive outcomes. We will design a unique and individualized plan (new tools for your toolbox!) to assist in relapse prevention.
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Tawanna Hudson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77083 (Online Only)
Liberate yourself from the grips of anxiety, depression, or other life challenges.
Welcome to Beyond the Root Counseling and Consulting, PLLC! I’m Tawanna Hudson, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker/ therapist with a passion for helping women achieve emotional wellness and personal growth. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can learn effective coping skills and discover your inner strengths. This means providing support that considers the whole person, not just your mental health needs but your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, ensuring comprehensive care for your overall health.
Liberate yourself from the grips of anxiety, depression, or other life challenges.
Welcome to Beyond the Root Counseling and Consulting, PLLC! I’m Tawanna Hudson, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker/ therapist with a passion for helping women achieve emotional wellness and personal growth. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can learn effective coping skills and discover your inner strengths. This means providing support that considers the whole person, not just your mental health needs but your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, ensuring comprehensive care for your overall health.
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Linda Barnard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellaire, TX 77401
I help people like you transform depression and anxiety into a meaningful life that brings you joy.
Hi! I’m Linda, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Registered Nurse. My medical background annd experience inform my approach to the physical and nervous system components of mental well-being. I integrate ketamine-assisted therapy with EMDR and somatic therapies to offer a comprehensive approach to addressing trauma symptoms, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Alongside individual therapy, I provide in-person ketamine-assisted therapy groups. Trauma, depression and anxiety are psychological AND physiological, and I am uniquely qualified to address both.
I help people like you transform depression and anxiety into a meaningful life that brings you joy.
Hi! I’m Linda, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Registered Nurse. My medical background annd experience inform my approach to the physical and nervous system components of mental well-being. I integrate ketamine-assisted therapy with EMDR and somatic therapies to offer a comprehensive approach to addressing trauma symptoms, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Alongside individual therapy, I provide in-person ketamine-assisted therapy groups. Trauma, depression and anxiety are psychological AND physiological, and I am uniquely qualified to address both.
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Celeste Lott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
I also work with clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss.
Sometimes life takes a turn that we did not expect and the way we used to cope and survive no longer works for us. I am excited to join you on this path towards self-exploration while holding a safe place for you to discover, grow, and heal. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a critical component to making counseling work. I value the importance of hearing your unique story and the struggles you are experiencing. I work with clients 18 and older with specific various presenting concerns including: family of origin & attachment issues, adjustment to life changes, communication struggles, and boundary setting in relationships.
I also work with clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss.
Sometimes life takes a turn that we did not expect and the way we used to cope and survive no longer works for us. I am excited to join you on this path towards self-exploration while holding a safe place for you to discover, grow, and heal. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a critical component to making counseling work. I value the importance of hearing your unique story and the struggles you are experiencing. I work with clients 18 and older with specific various presenting concerns including: family of origin & attachment issues, adjustment to life changes, communication struggles, and boundary setting in relationships.
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Cami Svitenko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, sexuality, gender, grief, trauma, coping skills, and communication.
We all have what it takes inside to make it over life's hurdles, but sometimes we need a helping hand. I am here to give you the support and skills you need to overcome the difficulties you face. I understand that looking for a therapist is a vulnerable experience. Be assured that I will see you as a person rather than a diagnosis. I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, I draw from multiple psychological approaches and tailor my approach to your personality and specific needs.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, sexuality, gender, grief, trauma, coping skills, and communication.
We all have what it takes inside to make it over life's hurdles, but sometimes we need a helping hand. I am here to give you the support and skills you need to overcome the difficulties you face. I understand that looking for a therapist is a vulnerable experience. Be assured that I will see you as a person rather than a diagnosis. I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, I draw from multiple psychological approaches and tailor my approach to your personality and specific needs.
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The Clinic for Adult Attention Problems P.A. (CAAP) is a specialty clinic. The primary mission of the clinic is to provide exemplary patient care through state-of-the-art assessment and treatment and to expand knowledge through research.
The Clinic for Adult Attention Problems P.A. (CAAP) is a specialty clinic. The primary mission of the clinic is to provide exemplary patient care through state-of-the-art assessment and treatment and to expand knowledge through research.
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As of a Sept 9th 2024, I have a few openings! Please read this all the way thru, you won't regret it!..... Have you ever sworn to yourself and others that you were never drinking/drugging again?.....And truly meant it?....only to go back on your word soon or eventually? ..........What changed?......You will come to see how it was your MIND that changed. If we don't address how the Mind Drives Relapse, it will continue. It all starts in your BRAIN & experienced as your Mind. I will provide you the tools needed as well as counseling each step of the way. I use an integrated approach blending neuroscience, spirituality and psychology.
As of a Sept 9th 2024, I have a few openings! Please read this all the way thru, you won't regret it!..... Have you ever sworn to yourself and others that you were never drinking/drugging again?.....And truly meant it?....only to go back on your word soon or eventually? ..........What changed?......You will come to see how it was your MIND that changed. If we don't address how the Mind Drives Relapse, it will continue. It all starts in your BRAIN & experienced as your Mind. I will provide you the tools needed as well as counseling each step of the way. I use an integrated approach blending neuroscience, spirituality and psychology.
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Cynthia A French
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
I am a Psychotherapist in private practice and my specialty is helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families to work through difficult life challenges and transitions. My work varies from helping individuals with self-esteem issues, to academic and career counseling, to guiding adolescents/young adults towards independent living, and to helping individuals and couples improve the quality of their relationships and of their individual happiness. I am committed to helping people take action, see results, and start living fully. I take an eclectic approach, using many evidence-based theories, and work to sculpt treatment that is individualized to each client.
I am a Psychotherapist in private practice and my specialty is helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families to work through difficult life challenges and transitions. My work varies from helping individuals with self-esteem issues, to academic and career counseling, to guiding adolescents/young adults towards independent living, and to helping individuals and couples improve the quality of their relationships and of their individual happiness. I am committed to helping people take action, see results, and start living fully. I take an eclectic approach, using many evidence-based theories, and work to sculpt treatment that is individualized to each client.
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Denetrius Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77277 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have a passion for helping adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship conflicts, self-esteem challenges, life transitions and building social skills.
How many more times will you try to carry your burdens alone? How many more times will you smile for the rest of the world, when inside you feel empty or frustrated and overwhelmed? Life is full of challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. I think it's wonderful that you have decided to take such a brave step forward in your journey towards clarity and healing.
I have a passion for helping adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship conflicts, self-esteem challenges, life transitions and building social skills.
How many more times will you try to carry your burdens alone? How many more times will you smile for the rest of the world, when inside you feel empty or frustrated and overwhelmed? Life is full of challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. I think it's wonderful that you have decided to take such a brave step forward in your journey towards clarity and healing.
Online Therapists
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Latasha Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
So, we have some work to do! If you're willing to learn, I will teach you how to manage your mental health and thrive! We must first get you to love yourself, trust yourself, and see yourself "as is" in order to change and manage your anxiety/depression, decrease obsessive and compulsive behaviors, reduce dissociation, and build healthy relationships.
Now accepting new clients online! My story: I thought I could do it all & on my own. I was "ok" ignoring all the signs like panic attacks, staying in bed all day, and obsessing over every little decision, mistake or adversity. I've learned to accept some things & change others by understanding that life is what I CHOOSE IT TO BE! My current goal is to help you diminish suicidal thoughts, express yourself more effectively, and manage your moods. I want you to be "ok" and even better than ok!
So, we have some work to do! If you're willing to learn, I will teach you how to manage your mental health and thrive! We must first get you to love yourself, trust yourself, and see yourself "as is" in order to change and manage your anxiety/depression, decrease obsessive and compulsive behaviors, reduce dissociation, and build healthy relationships.
Now accepting new clients online! My story: I thought I could do it all & on my own. I was "ok" ignoring all the signs like panic attacks, staying in bed all day, and obsessing over every little decision, mistake or adversity. I've learned to accept some things & change others by understanding that life is what I CHOOSE IT TO BE! My current goal is to help you diminish suicidal thoughts, express yourself more effectively, and manage your moods. I want you to be "ok" and even better than ok!
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Point of Convergence Therapy
Psychological Associate, LPA-IP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007 (Online Only)
Am I a bad person? This is a question we hear a lot. If you feel lost, drained, stuck, unworthy, and confused, we understand you. At Point of Convergence Therapy, we help people who are hurting and exhausted. This usually comes from complex trauma and branches off into things like anxiety, self-esteem, and identity issues. We know that healing doesn't happen in a vacuum and that people need people. Since finding a therapist can be difficult, we're happy to offer free 30-minute consultations so you can get to know us before committing.
Am I a bad person? This is a question we hear a lot. If you feel lost, drained, stuck, unworthy, and confused, we understand you. At Point of Convergence Therapy, we help people who are hurting and exhausted. This usually comes from complex trauma and branches off into things like anxiety, self-esteem, and identity issues. We know that healing doesn't happen in a vacuum and that people need people. Since finding a therapist can be difficult, we're happy to offer free 30-minute consultations so you can get to know us before committing.
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Severance Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Howdy! I’m Jeff. I'm an LCDC in TX and an LCSW in ME, CT, RI, DE, TX, LA, ND, NV, VT, ID, MT, HI, OR, UT, WA, FL, AL, and NM. Our office is located in the Galleria area of Houston. Virtual and in-person sessions are available to fit client needs. My experience has been with anxiety disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual intimacy, and non-monogamous relationships. We are currently in the process of onboarding new clinicians to accommodate different client needs and experiences. We are dedicated to empowering clients through therapeutic teamwork, focusing on the therapeutic relationship, and, of course, a little bit of humor.
Howdy! I’m Jeff. I'm an LCDC in TX and an LCSW in ME, CT, RI, DE, TX, LA, ND, NV, VT, ID, MT, HI, OR, UT, WA, FL, AL, and NM. Our office is located in the Galleria area of Houston. Virtual and in-person sessions are available to fit client needs. My experience has been with anxiety disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual intimacy, and non-monogamous relationships. We are currently in the process of onboarding new clinicians to accommodate different client needs and experiences. We are dedicated to empowering clients through therapeutic teamwork, focusing on the therapeutic relationship, and, of course, a little bit of humor.
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Welcome and congratulations on taking a big step towards helping yourself. My goal is to help you lead a more satisfied and meaningful life. I am a licensed psychologist with seventeen years of experience in various mental health settings including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, state psychiatric and medical hospitals. I am experienced and enjoy working with a wide variety of issues particularly, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, health psychology, neuropsychology, young professionals, and life transitions.
Welcome and congratulations on taking a big step towards helping yourself. My goal is to help you lead a more satisfied and meaningful life. I am a licensed psychologist with seventeen years of experience in various mental health settings including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, state psychiatric and medical hospitals. I am experienced and enjoy working with a wide variety of issues particularly, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, health psychology, neuropsychology, young professionals, and life transitions.
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I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
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I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and anxiety related issues, like PTSD, Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, and Panic Disorder.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and anxiety related issues, like PTSD, Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, and Panic Disorder.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
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James David Mann Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77379 (Online Only)
As a clinician, I specialize in providing therapy for individuals struggling with anxiety/depression, couples seeking to improve their relationships, and military families facing unique challenges.
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Texas, Georgia, and Florida. With over 14 years of experience, I've had the privilege of helping a wide range of individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. My clients span ages 13 to 65+, allowing me to understand diverse perspectives and tailor treatment accordingly. My approach is client-centered whereas I use a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), family systems and other integrative approaches. I am also a 10 year Navy Veteran.
As a clinician, I specialize in providing therapy for individuals struggling with anxiety/depression, couples seeking to improve their relationships, and military families facing unique challenges.
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Texas, Georgia, and Florida. With over 14 years of experience, I've had the privilege of helping a wide range of individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. My clients span ages 13 to 65+, allowing me to understand diverse perspectives and tailor treatment accordingly. My approach is client-centered whereas I use a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), family systems and other integrative approaches. I am also a 10 year Navy Veteran.
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I am an experienced psychologist who can help you work through issues that prevent you from living the life you want. I enjoy helping people who are motivated to explore, introspect, reflect, and make changes. If you have been feeling stuck, repeating troubling patterns, or feel blocked by old perspectives, therapy can help you live for what is most meaningful instead of stuck in old patterns. I have expertise helping people overcome problems related to depression, anxiety, transitions, anger, and work stress, and I feel especially passionate about helping people have healthier relationships and friendships.
I am an experienced psychologist who can help you work through issues that prevent you from living the life you want. I enjoy helping people who are motivated to explore, introspect, reflect, and make changes. If you have been feeling stuck, repeating troubling patterns, or feel blocked by old perspectives, therapy can help you live for what is most meaningful instead of stuck in old patterns. I have expertise helping people overcome problems related to depression, anxiety, transitions, anger, and work stress, and I feel especially passionate about helping people have healthier relationships and friendships.
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Jeanette James
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
My experience in working with Veteran, military, and general adult population clients in English and Spanish, allows me to be empathetic to your unique needs. I tailor your treatment goals through a collaborative approach that allows us to work as a team to empower you to getting back to better. I work with couples presenting with problems in communication and a lack of mutual understanding. Military and Veteran couples also struggle with adjustment to deployments and transitions. With individuals, I specialize in helping you manage trauma, PTSD, anger, depression, insomnia, anxiety, and to help you rediscover who you are.
My experience in working with Veteran, military, and general adult population clients in English and Spanish, allows me to be empathetic to your unique needs. I tailor your treatment goals through a collaborative approach that allows us to work as a team to empower you to getting back to better. I work with couples presenting with problems in communication and a lack of mutual understanding. Military and Veteran couples also struggle with adjustment to deployments and transitions. With individuals, I specialize in helping you manage trauma, PTSD, anger, depression, insomnia, anxiety, and to help you rediscover who you are.
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Theresa Grace Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
I am a clinically licensed social worker with more than 8 years of experience delivering psychotherapy and supportive counseling to a wide range of clientele. I have worked with individuals dealing with many issues including: depression, anxiety, anger issues, career challenges, and interpersonal deficits. I have also assisted many people who have been diagnosed with PTSD and experienced physical, sexual, and psychological trauma or abuse.
I am a clinically licensed social worker with more than 8 years of experience delivering psychotherapy and supportive counseling to a wide range of clientele. I have worked with individuals dealing with many issues including: depression, anxiety, anger issues, career challenges, and interpersonal deficits. I have also assisted many people who have been diagnosed with PTSD and experienced physical, sexual, and psychological trauma or abuse.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.