Adoption Therapists in Wylie, TX

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Allison Kelt Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098  (Online Only)
My interest areas include career planning and transitions, stress & coping, adoption, affective disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, domestic violence, grief, adjustment, and coping with medical issues, and personal development.
My goal as a Counselor is to empower and inspire my clients to live a life that is authentic and fulfilling. I believe that everyone has the potential to create positive change in their lives, and I am here to support you on your journey towards personal growth and transformation. My degree is a MS in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M University. I love how large and diverse Texas is and I am doing all telehealth sessions now to make sure Texans receive help in all corners of the state.
My interest areas include career planning and transitions, stress & coping, adoption, affective disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, domestic violence, grief, adjustment, and coping with medical issues, and personal development.
My goal as a Counselor is to empower and inspire my clients to live a life that is authentic and fulfilling. I believe that everyone has the potential to create positive change in their lives, and I am here to support you on your journey towards personal growth and transformation. My degree is a MS in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M University. I love how large and diverse Texas is and I am doing all telehealth sessions now to make sure Texans receive help in all corners of the state.
(972) 330-4815 View (972) 330-4815
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Lauren Butcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I see clients with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood dysregulation, ADHD, abuse (narcissistic, sexual, emotional, spiritual, childhood), family conflict, grief/loss, disconnection, family separation, adoption (adoptees, birth & ado parents), and EMDR, which is a proven effective therapy with long-lasting results.
Are you looking for a down to earth therapist that’s able to help you navigate life’s challenges? With 17+ years of experience, I have helped clients from all walks of life through their darkest moments and emerge stronger and more resilient. I believe in the power of collaborative therapy and tailer my approach to the needs of each client. Many clients come feeling burnt out from negative experiences or ineffective therapy in the past and often achieve significant relief from symptoms within brief amount of time. Whether you are facing adversity or seeking personal growth, I will support you through it.
I see clients with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood dysregulation, ADHD, abuse (narcissistic, sexual, emotional, spiritual, childhood), family conflict, grief/loss, disconnection, family separation, adoption (adoptees, birth & ado parents), and EMDR, which is a proven effective therapy with long-lasting results.
Are you looking for a down to earth therapist that’s able to help you navigate life’s challenges? With 17+ years of experience, I have helped clients from all walks of life through their darkest moments and emerge stronger and more resilient. I believe in the power of collaborative therapy and tailer my approach to the needs of each client. Many clients come feeling burnt out from negative experiences or ineffective therapy in the past and often achieve significant relief from symptoms within brief amount of time. Whether you are facing adversity or seeking personal growth, I will support you through it.
(972) 975-9921 View (972) 975-9921
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Ellie Mental Health of Wylie Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Ellie Mental Health in Wylie, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health in Wylie, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
(972) 778-6860 View (972) 778-6860
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Cynthia Malnar Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Counseling provides a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about building rapport with individuals, identifying their strengths, and encouraging them in the healing process to help them reach their true selves. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in gaining insight into their lives to initiate change.
Counseling provides a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about building rapport with individuals, identifying their strengths, and encouraging them in the healing process to help them reach their true selves. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in gaining insight into their lives to initiate change.
(972) 433-5257 View (972) 433-5257
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
(469) 275-4107 View (469) 275-4107
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Kara Schramm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I believe everyone has the potential to grow and heal and I am committed to helping them succeed. I work with each client where they are at today and create a treatment plan that is unique to them. I utilize cognitive behavioral, solutions focused, and family systems approaches as well as a person-centered orientation. I can provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy depending on each client's needs.
I believe everyone has the potential to grow and heal and I am committed to helping them succeed. I work with each client where they are at today and create a treatment plan that is unique to them. I utilize cognitive behavioral, solutions focused, and family systems approaches as well as a person-centered orientation. I can provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy depending on each client's needs.
(469) 871-8876 View (469) 871-8876
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Maggie Roney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, ICP, AFMC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I know that experiencing a major life event such as trauma, a medical diagnosis, relationship conflict or parenting concern can turn the world you know upside down. I believe that as a person we can heal and recover whether this is mentally, physically or both. I have a holistic practice that not only helps your mental wellbeing but can address your physical health as well. I am Licensed Professional Counselor and Functional Medicine Practitioner. I can address your overall wellbeing not just your mental health. I am a certified EMDR (eye movement, desensitization and reprocessing) therapist and use other types of therapy to help.
I know that experiencing a major life event such as trauma, a medical diagnosis, relationship conflict or parenting concern can turn the world you know upside down. I believe that as a person we can heal and recover whether this is mentally, physically or both. I have a holistic practice that not only helps your mental wellbeing but can address your physical health as well. I am Licensed Professional Counselor and Functional Medicine Practitioner. I can address your overall wellbeing not just your mental health. I am a certified EMDR (eye movement, desensitization and reprocessing) therapist and use other types of therapy to help.
(469) 844-4921 View (469) 844-4921
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Rayven Peck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I believe every person deserves to live their best life. That looks different for each person in every walk of life. There are times in life when things can get really difficult and it feels like your head is under water. I work with those struggling in life's day to day struggles, some of which included depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and more. I want to walk along side you and create a safe space so we can work together in your healing.
I believe every person deserves to live their best life. That looks different for each person in every walk of life. There are times in life when things can get really difficult and it feels like your head is under water. I work with those struggling in life's day to day struggles, some of which included depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and more. I want to walk along side you and create a safe space so we can work together in your healing.
(972) 325-7359 View (972) 325-7359
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Zachary Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
(972) 426-8527 View (972) 426-8527
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Kami Hawk
LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
***Now offering telehealth*** Hello, my name is Kami Hawk. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, shame, identity, self-worth, anger issues, relationship issues, and faith related issues. My background also includes working within the CPS and foster care systems. I use an eclectic approach to meet the specific need of each individual. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling upon request. I strive to create a safe and compassionate environment for clients to explore their difficulties and begin the healing process.
***Now offering telehealth*** Hello, my name is Kami Hawk. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, shame, identity, self-worth, anger issues, relationship issues, and faith related issues. My background also includes working within the CPS and foster care systems. I use an eclectic approach to meet the specific need of each individual. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling upon request. I strive to create a safe and compassionate environment for clients to explore their difficulties and begin the healing process.
(972) 433-5495 View (972) 433-5495
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Jessica Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098  (Online Only)
Jessica Russell, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and in Texas. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, self worth/self esteem, trauma, relationship issues, women issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming what challenges you. It takes courage and bravery to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards making a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Jessica Russell, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and in Texas. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, self worth/self esteem, trauma, relationship issues, women issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming what challenges you. It takes courage and bravery to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards making a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
(818) 796-5369 View (818) 796-5369
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Our group has the perfect therapist for you. With more than 40 therapists, each one has treatment areas as well as therapeutic approaches and strategies that make them unique. We offer individual, family, couples, and group therapy for children as young as 3, preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Our therapists are all passionate about helping those who are struggling with life's up and downs and committed to finding the treatment strategies you need. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments both in-person and via telehealth.
Our group has the perfect therapist for you. With more than 40 therapists, each one has treatment areas as well as therapeutic approaches and strategies that make them unique. We offer individual, family, couples, and group therapy for children as young as 3, preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Our therapists are all passionate about helping those who are struggling with life's up and downs and committed to finding the treatment strategies you need. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments both in-person and via telehealth.
(469) 844-4241 View (469) 844-4241
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Audra Joy Funk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Do you feel stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, afraid, or angry? Of course, we all feel strong emotions at times. Some of us are frozen by these emotions, have panic attacks, depression, rage, or fears that affect every aspect of our lives. Others describe having a “mental block” that interferes with achieving goals, or performance enhancement. Maybe you've been to counseling and don’t feel like it helped or worked for you. I specialize in working with clients that have tried counseling and given up, feel hopeless, helpless, and desperate for someone to meet them where they are and guide them to the best version of themselves!
Do you feel stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, afraid, or angry? Of course, we all feel strong emotions at times. Some of us are frozen by these emotions, have panic attacks, depression, rage, or fears that affect every aspect of our lives. Others describe having a “mental block” that interferes with achieving goals, or performance enhancement. Maybe you've been to counseling and don’t feel like it helped or worked for you. I specialize in working with clients that have tried counseling and given up, feel hopeless, helpless, and desperate for someone to meet them where they are and guide them to the best version of themselves!
(469) 391-0210 View (469) 391-0210
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Piper Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Looking for an experienced therapist that is down to earth and can help you sort through life’s difficulties? Piper specializes in helping adults, teens, and their families through a person-centered, solution-focused approach. She has over 15 years experience in settings such as, in-patient treatment centers, college counseling and career services, community-based rehabilitation centers, faith-based groups, teen homeless shelters, and a crisis pregnancy center.
Looking for an experienced therapist that is down to earth and can help you sort through life’s difficulties? Piper specializes in helping adults, teens, and their families through a person-centered, solution-focused approach. She has over 15 years experience in settings such as, in-patient treatment centers, college counseling and career services, community-based rehabilitation centers, faith-based groups, teen homeless shelters, and a crisis pregnancy center.
(469) 273-1918 View (469) 273-1918
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Stephanie Pardon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Stephanie has comprehensive experience of working with clients of all ages but has concentrated on working with children, adolescents, and young adults with a history of abuse and neglect. She has also supported families and couples that need assistance with co-parenting, blending families, and other communication or adjustment related issues. Some of the clients Stephanie has worked with have struggled with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, anger, and other relational problems. It is important to Stephanie to provide individual or family mental health resolutions that meet the specific needs of each client.
Stephanie has comprehensive experience of working with clients of all ages but has concentrated on working with children, adolescents, and young adults with a history of abuse and neglect. She has also supported families and couples that need assistance with co-parenting, blending families, and other communication or adjustment related issues. Some of the clients Stephanie has worked with have struggled with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, anger, and other relational problems. It is important to Stephanie to provide individual or family mental health resolutions that meet the specific needs of each client.
(972) 474-8549 View (972) 474-8549
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Bond Buchanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Welcome! Whether you are struggling with a temporary setback, or an ongoing problem, I can assist you. It is my experience that, as human beings, we all face life challenges, be they relational, personal, emotional, or physical, and our mental health affects how we respond to those challenges. I offer counseling to all ages (children, teens, adults) and provide services to individuals, couples, and families. Therapy can be short-term/ solution-focused, or longer- term, depending on your needs and desires.
Welcome! Whether you are struggling with a temporary setback, or an ongoing problem, I can assist you. It is my experience that, as human beings, we all face life challenges, be they relational, personal, emotional, or physical, and our mental health affects how we respond to those challenges. I offer counseling to all ages (children, teens, adults) and provide services to individuals, couples, and families. Therapy can be short-term/ solution-focused, or longer- term, depending on your needs and desires.
(903) 905-8791 View (903) 905-8791
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Heather Williams Dutcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Relationships provide a window to the heart of an individual like no other. Our closest relationships tend to reveal our most wounded places. Those hurts, if left unresolved, are carried forward and recast into our exiting patterns of relating. All our experiences, but most particularly our pain, become the filter through which we sift and construct our view of self, our approach to life, our capacity love and be loved, and our ability to trust.
Relationships provide a window to the heart of an individual like no other. Our closest relationships tend to reveal our most wounded places. Those hurts, if left unresolved, are carried forward and recast into our exiting patterns of relating. All our experiences, but most particularly our pain, become the filter through which we sift and construct our view of self, our approach to life, our capacity love and be loved, and our ability to trust.
(469) 378-9227 View (469) 378-9227

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Katy Perkins Coveney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75074
I have extensive experience with intimate partner violence/narcissistic abuse recovery, eating disorders, overachievers who are exhausted and want big change, traditionally marginalized people (BIPOC/LGBTQ/etc), family secrets, adoption/foster care, pre & post adoption search/reunion, DNA discoveries, identity distress, and overlapping issues.
Virtual services available CO/FL/NC/TX/VA, in-person TX/NC. Regardless of family structure, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, or other minority status, you are welcome. People who come to me are often asking themselves: What's wrong with me? Who am I/Where did I come from? Is what happened to me abuse? Why did my family keep this secret? Why can't I get over 'it'? What do I do, now that I know the truth? I've spent my life overachieving, so why don't I feel better yet? Maybe I'm making a big deal out of nothing.
I have extensive experience with intimate partner violence/narcissistic abuse recovery, eating disorders, overachievers who are exhausted and want big change, traditionally marginalized people (BIPOC/LGBTQ/etc), family secrets, adoption/foster care, pre & post adoption search/reunion, DNA discoveries, identity distress, and overlapping issues.
Virtual services available CO/FL/NC/TX/VA, in-person TX/NC. Regardless of family structure, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, or other minority status, you are welcome. People who come to me are often asking themselves: What's wrong with me? Who am I/Where did I come from? Is what happened to me abuse? Why did my family keep this secret? Why can't I get over 'it'? What do I do, now that I know the truth? I've spent my life overachieving, so why don't I feel better yet? Maybe I'm making a big deal out of nothing.
(910) 415-1521 View (910) 415-1521
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Kristina M. Stephens
Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
PLAY THERAPY (age 2 & up!), FAMILIES, COUPLES (marital, pre marital, other) or INDIVIDUALS! I have worked with children and families for 13+ years. I taught in the public schools for 6 years before leaving the classroom to work with children and families in a more intimate, counseling setting. As a registered play therapist, I work with young clients who are having issues in school as well as home. I have training on attachment and bonding issues and frequently work with adoption triad cases (birth families, adoptive families, and adoptees). My clients range in age 2-adulthood!
PLAY THERAPY (age 2 & up!), FAMILIES, COUPLES (marital, pre marital, other) or INDIVIDUALS! I have worked with children and families for 13+ years. I taught in the public schools for 6 years before leaving the classroom to work with children and families in a more intimate, counseling setting. As a registered play therapist, I work with young clients who are having issues in school as well as home. I have training on attachment and bonding issues and frequently work with adoption triad cases (birth families, adoptive families, and adoptees). My clients range in age 2-adulthood!
(469) 908-3440 View (469) 908-3440
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Dr. Felicia Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75074
I specialize in working with children-adults dealing with depression, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, transitions, adoption and foster-care.
My goal is to help the hurting and struggling find peace and strength to come out stronger on the other side. Many things come along that can build us up or tear us down. I want to help you grow even through the worst of experiences. I want to join you in your struggles, help you through your pain, and provide support for you to make your way through the difficulties of life, relationships and this world. My greatest joy comes from watching my clients feel free as they become aware and empowered to make positive decisions of self-improvement.
I specialize in working with children-adults dealing with depression, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, transitions, adoption and foster-care.
My goal is to help the hurting and struggling find peace and strength to come out stronger on the other side. Many things come along that can build us up or tear us down. I want to help you grow even through the worst of experiences. I want to join you in your struggles, help you through your pain, and provide support for you to make your way through the difficulties of life, relationships and this world. My greatest joy comes from watching my clients feel free as they become aware and empowered to make positive decisions of self-improvement.
(972) 449-7682 View (972) 449-7682
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.