Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Whitney, TX

My career started as a classroom teacher and school counselor. I currently have over 20 years of experience working with students and families. In addition to my school counseling career, I am a crisis clinician in a major hospital in the DFW metroplex and work in over 32 emergency rooms providing on-call patient care. We all face unexpected challenges which sometimes leave us feeling hopeless and powerless. I believe that we have the ability to make healthy and appropriate choices regardless of the circumstances in which we may find ourselves.

Hi, I'm Tari Dempsey! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about supporting all of my clients through challenges to experience haling and growth in their lives. I focus on cultivating relationships within families while navigating identified challenges. I believe in working collaboratively with clients while identifying goals of therapy. I work with teens to older adults. I specialize in symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship issues ie. I believe in mindfulness and positive approach to client related issues.

My name is Ginka, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas. I have been in service to the community for the past four years working with families, couples, and adolescents. My areas of specialization include adolescents/teens, relationship issues, parenting, family conflict, and anger management. Some of the modalities I employ are collaborative practices, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. I am delighted to provide support and understanding to my clients at PATH, and I believe that environments where open conversations happen are crucial to success and positive results.

I am a Licensed Clinical social worker, currently licensed in the state of Texas. I am a native Texan and live in the rural south. I have a passion for working with children and families. I worked for Child Protective Services for almost a decade and have since worked for various agencies targeting the mental health needs of children and adolescents. I have experience working with the Juvenile justice system as a detention officer and a therapist. I have experience with CPS court systems as well as working with victims of abuse and/or neglect.

Healing begins with connection and acceptance. The things that happen to us may shape us, but they do not define who we are. My goal is to help you understand how your big and small traumas have impacted your choices to this point, and how to move forward into a healthier life. Many clients seek me out because they have experienced significant trauma that is impacting their daily lives. Others are experiencing anxiety, grief, spiritual issues, chronic illness, or life transitions. For couples and families, I seek to help them identify and alter the patterns in their relationships that are hindering connection and healing.

I work with adults aged 18+ for individual therapy. I primarily use CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques as my therapeutic modalities. I blend a direct yet flexible approach, ensuring clear communication and adaptability to each client's needs. It is trauma-informed, collaborative, and empathic in nature. My style is fairly structured, emphasizing the importance of homework to reinforce therapeutic gains and insights. At its core, my practice is client-centered, prioritizing the unique journey and goals of each individual I work with.

Hey there! I'm Selene Byrne, a bilingual Licensed Master of Social Work. I’m proud of you for taking the time to prioritize your journey towards healing! I received my Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and have a wealth of experience from diverse settings such as inpatient mental health hospitals, homeless shelters, schools, Arlington PD crisis response team, as well as private/group practice. Utilizing treatment modalities like Motivational Interviewing, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Crisis Intervention, and Seeking Safety.

Each of us reach a point in life where we need to pause, breathe, and restart. For some of us that restart will happen on our own for others of us that restart will require someone a few steps ahead of us to reach back and give use a hand. I would be honored to explore the obstacles in your life, identify the changes you want and deserve while providing you the tools to create a life that you are proud to show the world!

While each client has unique needs, my approach is Person-centered and Humanistic. I typically use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques; however, I have an eclectic approach overall. I sometimes draw interventions from Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also believe it is important to be multifaceted since therapy is not one-size-fits-all, so therapy will be an assimilation of different techniques that are catered to client needs.

My name is Cynthia Kemp, LPC, currently work as a licensed practitioner of the healing arts at a mental health clinic and have worked there for the last 4 years. My approach is nonjudgmental and accepting of all individuals that I talk with as we build an alliance to work together. I realize that each individual is different, and I need to adjust treatment to fit that unique individual. I practice from several models dependent upon the needs of the client. Listed are the most common approaches that I use for treatment: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Person-Centered, Supportive Therapy.

I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and their families as they learn to navigate life. I have worked with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and learning how to cope with life transitions. I also have experience conducting child-centered play therapy sessions with youth between the ages of 3 and 17. From my background of growing up in a small town, I learned to understand the importance of connection with others and hearing one's story by stepping into their own world. I believe all people should have the opportunity to be understood, heard, valued, and accepted.

Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am Tiffany Galloway, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in the social work profession for over 10 years and have worked with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status. I am the founder of KHAI Counseling Solutions, www.khai-counseling-solutions.com, and my mission is to "Kultivate" Healing and Inspire Clients to activate their strengths, explore endless possibilities, and live mentally healthy through a client-centered approach and strengths perspective.

Thomas Lims Owusu-Asante is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCSW, LCAC) who has over 13 years of experience working with adults who are struggling with anger, addiction, life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, stress, and more. Thomas holds a Master's degree in Social Work, a Master's degree in Addiction Counseling, and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. With extensive global travel experience across 15 countries, and exposure to multiple cultures, Thomas is well-versed in the peculiarities of families’ cultural, traditional, and religious backgrounds.

My name is Cynthia Kemp, LPC, currently work as a licensed practitioner of the healing arts at a mental health clinic and have worked there for the last 4 years. My approach is nonjudgmental and accepting of all individuals that I talk with as we build an alliance to work together. I realize that each individual is different, and I need to adjust treatment to fit that unique individual. I practice from several models dependent upon the needs of the client. Listed are the most common approaches that I use for treatment: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Person-Centered, Supportive Therapy.