Therapists in West University Place, TX

Hi there! As a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A), I specialize in offering support to children, adolescents, college students, parents, and young adults grappling with ADHD, learning disabilities, and anxiety. Through my experience, I've discovered that my passion lies in working with clients between the ages of 4 and 30. My mission is to equip you or your child with the tools to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. A cornerstone of my practice is empowering individuals to develop essential executive functioning, time management, and organizational skills.

So many people bombard us with cliches like “Life is what you make it” or “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” when the unexpected happens or we lose control of situations and ourselves. Not only does this usually make us feel worse and/or not heard, we usually do not know what those sayings even mean. I’m sure people typically mean well when using these phrases, however, we need practical remedies to the “cards we were dealt” in our personal lives. It’s rare that the average person listens to us, validates us, AND helps us process what’s happening so that we can wholeheartedly move on.

**Accepting NEW CLIENTS for IN-OFFICE and TELETHERAPY** I meet the child where s/he is at, establish foundational rapport, and work together to find sustainable and practical solutions. I started my practice, with the belief that we can plant the seed for a healthy mindset. It is never too late OR TOO EARLY to seek professional treatment for your child. If you have an inkling that your child may be struggling with behaviors, big feelings, coping, adjustment, etc., or lost his/her spunk, I encourage you to trust your instincts and reach out. I hope to journey with you in this process!

Change, whether expected or unexpected, planned or unplanned, can disrupt our lives and make us feel off kilter, showing up as irritability, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, inability to concentrate, or problems with important people in our lives. Other times we simply feel "stuck." When reaching out to family or friends is no longer helpful, connecting with a professional can help.

Mental health is defined as the ability to love, and the ability to work; to be able to have stable and emotionally fulfilling relationships, to take care of your daily needs, and to be able to use your time creatively and productively. I offer person-centered counseling that focuses on helping clients understand their thoughts and feelings in order to change their behavior. I also specialize in Executive Function Coaching. Young people are often bright and capable, but overwhelmed by frustration, anxiety, or inattention. EFC teaches techniques to stay focused, plan ahead, get organized, make decisions, and follow through.

If you or a loved one are struggling at work, school, or in relationships, a psychological assessment may be an important first step in any intervention plan. I have over 15-years experience in evaluating children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, trauma (physical and psychological), and learning disorders. I aim to help a person, his or her family, and/or outpatient treater to better understand the core issues, specifically those issues that are getting in the way of a person functioning productively in school, work, interpersonally, and/or emotionally.

Finding a therapist who feels like a good fit can feel overwhelming. I prioritize empathy and sincerity in my work and strive to provide an environment in which you feel safe to share your thoughts, feelings, and actions at your own pace and without fear of judgement. Together we can work through challenges such as: navigating interpersonal relationships, experiencing loss, coping with feelings of isolation, processing past experiences, confronting self-limiting beliefs, and exploring conflicting thoughts and feelings. We will use a collaborative approach to assist you in connecting with your own inner wisdom & meeting your goals.

I believe in the transformative power of counseling and the profound impact it can have on individuals' lives. Throughout my career as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have witnessed the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for growth, even in the face of adversity. My passion lies in helping clients discover their inner strengths, develop coping strategies, and navigate life's challenges with confidence.

I have spent the past 40 years evaluating and treating children and adults with ADHD symptoms. I believe that with the correct assessment and treatment children and families can have a better and happier life. At this time I am only accepting new patients who are seeking a comprehensive evaluation. No custody or forensic evaluations. No insurance.

Our quality of life is correlated with the quality of our relationships. Stress in relationships can be the main source of unhappiness, making us feel lonely, resentful, and exhausted. Conversely, healthy and secure relationships bring meaning, joy, and a sense of peace into our lives. Therapy can help us gain a sense of clarity and confidence when navigating relationship issues while maintaining our own sense of self. It helps us become mindful of keeping a balance between our own needs and the needs of others. This balance can greatly impact our experience of the self, and others in a positive way.

Mental health therapy is a intimate collaboration in self-discovery, relationship preservation, mental health maintenance, and relief of suffering. It is my job to center you and meet you in your challenges (stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self criticalness, etc.). I provide support to individuals, partners, and families who are motivated towards greater understandings of their experiences in order to find peace and/or heal connections in their relationship with themselves and others.

Life presents many circumstances that can be difficult for any person to navigate on their own. We aren’t born with the emotional regulation skills or coping skills needed to deal with the complexities of this fast-paced, high-pressure society. Some days we may be consumed with negative thoughts that hinder us from being who we want to be. Some days we are flooded with big emotions that are hard to control and seem to overpower us. Some days we experience worries that seem so big that it's hard for us to function.

Clients that I see often have noticed some of these: hurtful patterns that keep recurring, reactions to triggers that seem automatic and outside their control, boundaries that are difficult to keep, and/or stories of themselves that keep circulating in their head - even if they are untrue or hurtful. They want differently for themselves in such a deep way, but they aren't sure how to create the change and make it long-lasting. Traumas from their past might keep echoing in the present. Or they find themselves resentful or unhappy with their current relationships. ALL of these things can be improved. With work.

We are currently accepting new child patients for reduced fee therapy! I offering comprehensive psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in helping adult clients understand how past trauma continues to affect their functioning. With children and adolescents, I work with both clients and parents to help change behavior and cope with emotions such as anxiety and sadness.

Dr. Caroline Baizan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), specializing in young children and adolescents. She has a master’s degree in clinical psychology and a doctoral degree in counseling. Dr. Baizan’s goal is to assist adolescents and children in identifying and overcoming challenges in their lives. Caroline is passionate about supporting an individual’s journey to envision and achieve the best version of themselves. Caroline is dedicated to supporting and assisting in navigating tweens/teens through challenging periods in their lives.