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Ashlyn Royal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, YT 200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080  (Online Only)
If you, your child, adolescent, or family is in need of support, please call to schedule a FREE phone consultation.
First off, I would like to acknowledge how brave you are for taking the first steps towards positive change and growth. I understand everyone’s situation is unique, and this process can feel overwhelming. I subscribe to a holistic perspective of counseling and work with each person on an individual basis to focus on their own needs. Together we can create healthy coping skills, build self-esteem, and work to alleviate those stressful moments in your life. When given a safe, nonjudgmental environment, everyone has the power to be who they want to be, even when life feels out of control!
If you, your child, adolescent, or family is in need of support, please call to schedule a FREE phone consultation.
First off, I would like to acknowledge how brave you are for taking the first steps towards positive change and growth. I understand everyone’s situation is unique, and this process can feel overwhelming. I subscribe to a holistic perspective of counseling and work with each person on an individual basis to focus on their own needs. Together we can create healthy coping skills, build self-esteem, and work to alleviate those stressful moments in your life. When given a safe, nonjudgmental environment, everyone has the power to be who they want to be, even when life feels out of control!
(214) 225-9299 View (214) 225-9299
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Psychotherapy & Growth Clinic of Dallas, Bilingual
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080  (Online Only)
I am a Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapist in private practice. I treat children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. I provide individual, family and couples therapy for people with emotional and or behavioral issues. Hola, soy una psicoterapeuta bilingüe en Ingles y Español. Trato a personas con problemas emocionales, como ansiedad y depresión, así como problemas con sus hijos, de pareja, familia y en el trabajo.
I am a Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapist in private practice. I treat children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. I provide individual, family and couples therapy for people with emotional and or behavioral issues. Hola, soy una psicoterapeuta bilingüe en Ingles y Español. Trato a personas con problemas emocionales, como ansiedad y depresión, así como problemas con sus hijos, de pareja, familia y en el trabajo.
(214) 624-6459 View (214) 624-6459
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Maria LaVorgna-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD MFT, LPC-S, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
I am a seasoned professional who has the privilege to be in private practice for over 20 years, specializing in family therapy and the creative arts to resolve conflicts and dilemmas. As a credentialed and registered art therapist, I have a passion for my field helping people to open-up to their creativity. I receive tremendous joy working with children, women, couples and families as trained in my doctorate of marriage and family therapy. Key issues include: ADHD, Autism Spectrum, couples therapy, children of divorce, adoption issues, parenting issues, transgender and identity, spirituality, mood disorder, anxiety and depression.
I am a seasoned professional who has the privilege to be in private practice for over 20 years, specializing in family therapy and the creative arts to resolve conflicts and dilemmas. As a credentialed and registered art therapist, I have a passion for my field helping people to open-up to their creativity. I receive tremendous joy working with children, women, couples and families as trained in my doctorate of marriage and family therapy. Key issues include: ADHD, Autism Spectrum, couples therapy, children of divorce, adoption issues, parenting issues, transgender and identity, spirituality, mood disorder, anxiety and depression.
(469) 416-4354 View (469) 416-4354
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Nancy Isch
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
I have a passion for helping people achieve their goals to improve their life, whether that means healing from trauma, managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, reconciling important relationships, or anything else they hope to gain through counseling. Additionally, I have specific expertise in working with women and couples who are adding to their family through the experience of childbirth. However, my ideal client is one who is searching for a safe place to share their struggles and grow toward their best life, no matter what that looks like for them.
I have a passion for helping people achieve their goals to improve their life, whether that means healing from trauma, managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, reconciling important relationships, or anything else they hope to gain through counseling. Additionally, I have specific expertise in working with women and couples who are adding to their family through the experience of childbirth. However, my ideal client is one who is searching for a safe place to share their struggles and grow toward their best life, no matter what that looks like for them.
(469) 336-3332 View (469) 336-3332
Photo of Samantha Sample, Licensed Professional Counselor in 75080, TX
Samantha Sample
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
Welcome. My name is Samatha and I specialize in areas often related to interpersonal trauma such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and issues of social inequity. Interpersonal trauma can include anything from childhood trauma that occurs in the family of origin, to ongoing discrimination in everyday life. Often times, trauma interferes with our ability to trust others and the world around us. This makes it very difficult to feel safe and secure in our own skin. It can be challenging to engage in the present moment and feel fulfilled, and it can compromise our health in many ways.
Welcome. My name is Samatha and I specialize in areas often related to interpersonal trauma such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and issues of social inequity. Interpersonal trauma can include anything from childhood trauma that occurs in the family of origin, to ongoing discrimination in everyday life. Often times, trauma interferes with our ability to trust others and the world around us. This makes it very difficult to feel safe and secure in our own skin. It can be challenging to engage in the present moment and feel fulfilled, and it can compromise our health in many ways.
(972) 316-9889 View (972) 316-9889
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Laura McKee
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
When meeting with adolescents, I also enjoy working together with their parents/families to strengthen family relationships and support systems.
If you feel overwhelmed, are experiencing stress, sadness, loneliness, grief, anger, or are struggling in your relationships, there is hope! I firmly believe that it is never too late for change, and I am passionate about helping people gain the tools they need to thrive. My approach to counseling focuses on helping clients achieve their goals, increase inner-strength, and grow in their relationships by providing a supportive, practical, and positive environment for change. I'd love to partner with you as you pursue your mental health goals.
When meeting with adolescents, I also enjoy working together with their parents/families to strengthen family relationships and support systems.
If you feel overwhelmed, are experiencing stress, sadness, loneliness, grief, anger, or are struggling in your relationships, there is hope! I firmly believe that it is never too late for change, and I am passionate about helping people gain the tools they need to thrive. My approach to counseling focuses on helping clients achieve their goals, increase inner-strength, and grow in their relationships by providing a supportive, practical, and positive environment for change. I'd love to partner with you as you pursue your mental health goals.
(469) 746-3419 View (469) 746-3419
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Amy Beth Spence
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
I am passionate about being a counselor because I believe in the value of helping others reach their potential, and I love sharing this fulfilling work with my clients. I have experience with and empathy for adults and young adults who are going through life transitions, grief, violence, trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflicts. No matter where you are on your road to growth, whether you are cautious or optimistic, I will tailor my approach to your needs.
I am passionate about being a counselor because I believe in the value of helping others reach their potential, and I love sharing this fulfilling work with my clients. I have experience with and empathy for adults and young adults who are going through life transitions, grief, violence, trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflicts. No matter where you are on your road to growth, whether you are cautious or optimistic, I will tailor my approach to your needs.
(469) 378-8996 View (469) 378-8996
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Jessica Nolen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
I am dedicated to helping clients feel heard, understood, connected, and hopeful as they work towards achieving their counseling goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I acknowledge and appreciate the diversity and unique experiences of each of my clients. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients feel validated as they examine themselves and their lives, find their inner resources, and effectively use these resources to deal with life's challenges.
I am dedicated to helping clients feel heard, understood, connected, and hopeful as they work towards achieving their counseling goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I acknowledge and appreciate the diversity and unique experiences of each of my clients. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients feel validated as they examine themselves and their lives, find their inner resources, and effectively use these resources to deal with life's challenges.
(469) 535-6212 View (469) 535-6212
Photo of Lane Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 75080, TX
Lane Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for us to work together in managing life's challenges and changes with tools to move towards a better and more meaningful life experience. Also enjoy working with couples/families to build communication skills and understanding, paving the way to more harmonious relationships. I understand and respect the courage it takes to reach out. I want you to know that I support you and look forward to working with you! Evening and weekend hours available.
My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for us to work together in managing life's challenges and changes with tools to move towards a better and more meaningful life experience. Also enjoy working with couples/families to build communication skills and understanding, paving the way to more harmonious relationships. I understand and respect the courage it takes to reach out. I want you to know that I support you and look forward to working with you! Evening and weekend hours available.
(972) 370-5360 View (972) 370-5360
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Caroline Heard Drinkwater
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
I love working with clients who are seeking to identify and change patterns in thought, communication, and relationships. My clients are individuals and couples who are experiencing struggles and roadblocks in how they view and interact with themselves and others. I enjoy helping people grow in awareness of what is causing their issues and learn how to effect change in their lives and relationships. I offer clients a safe place to experience and process their emotions, identify unhelpful patterns and learn healthy coping skills.
I love working with clients who are seeking to identify and change patterns in thought, communication, and relationships. My clients are individuals and couples who are experiencing struggles and roadblocks in how they view and interact with themselves and others. I enjoy helping people grow in awareness of what is causing their issues and learn how to effect change in their lives and relationships. I offer clients a safe place to experience and process their emotions, identify unhelpful patterns and learn healthy coping skills.
(469) 515-7784 View (469) 515-7784
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Shelley Litwak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
Life can be stressful, but with support, compassion, and some laughter along the way, the possibilities are limitless. I believe that it truly takes a "village" in working toward emotional wellness, and counseling is one of those gifts we are given. I have a passion for assisting individuals in finding purpose at the core of their existence. I enjoy working collaboratively alongside my clients in order to create a space for self-exploration and healing.
Life can be stressful, but with support, compassion, and some laughter along the way, the possibilities are limitless. I believe that it truly takes a "village" in working toward emotional wellness, and counseling is one of those gifts we are given. I have a passion for assisting individuals in finding purpose at the core of their existence. I enjoy working collaboratively alongside my clients in order to create a space for self-exploration and healing.
(469) 587-6493 View (469) 587-6493
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Kelsey (Kiki) Beaman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ERYT500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
I believe that people inherently want to move towards healing, but life is complex and things get mixed up along the way. I work to help clients move towards their most authentic & genuine selves. Within the counseling relationship, I strive to help clients feel supported & empowered so they can explore themselves, their current circumstances, past experiences, & future aspirations. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives but sometimes need a roadmap to help get back to where they want to be. One of the most powerful gifts that you can offer the world is to heal yourself & I would love to be a part of your journey.
I believe that people inherently want to move towards healing, but life is complex and things get mixed up along the way. I work to help clients move towards their most authentic & genuine selves. Within the counseling relationship, I strive to help clients feel supported & empowered so they can explore themselves, their current circumstances, past experiences, & future aspirations. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives but sometimes need a roadmap to help get back to where they want to be. One of the most powerful gifts that you can offer the world is to heal yourself & I would love to be a part of your journey.
(469) 457-3195 View (469) 457-3195
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Victoria Turrentine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080  (Online Only)
Currently Accepting new clients. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are all involved in being in a healthy place mentally. I strive for my therapy sessions with you to be a safe place where you can talk freely and feel comfortable. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy but also draw from mindfulness, meditation, strengths perspective, DBT, and more. Our goal is to figure out any trauma (when you are ready), discover coping skills that work for you, and change your whole perspective on yourself and life - in a good way. I accept insurance from major insurance companies, and also private pay.
Currently Accepting new clients. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are all involved in being in a healthy place mentally. I strive for my therapy sessions with you to be a safe place where you can talk freely and feel comfortable. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy but also draw from mindfulness, meditation, strengths perspective, DBT, and more. Our goal is to figure out any trauma (when you are ready), discover coping skills that work for you, and change your whole perspective on yourself and life - in a good way. I accept insurance from major insurance companies, and also private pay.
(214) 609-1743 View (214) 609-1743
Photo of Sabrina S Austin, Psychologist in 75080, TX
Sabrina S Austin
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
Are your health issues overwhelming your life? Living with chronic medical issues like pain can be isolating, frightening, and dejecting. As a health psychologist, I offer hope, knowledge, and support to individuals struggling with complex challenges. Every day, scientific advancements illuminate the integral relationship between mind and body. Effective treatment of one requires caring for both. In working with me, you can expect kindness, humor, acceptance, and a lot of mixed metaphors. I hope that, through our work together, you can find sources of light on your darkest days.
Are your health issues overwhelming your life? Living with chronic medical issues like pain can be isolating, frightening, and dejecting. As a health psychologist, I offer hope, knowledge, and support to individuals struggling with complex challenges. Every day, scientific advancements illuminate the integral relationship between mind and body. Effective treatment of one requires caring for both. In working with me, you can expect kindness, humor, acceptance, and a lot of mixed metaphors. I hope that, through our work together, you can find sources of light on your darkest days.
(972) 702-7245 View (972) 702-7245
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Barbara Armitage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
It is my intention and my hope to bring warmth, comfort, skill, mindfulness, confidentiality and good humor into each client partnership.
It is my intention and my hope to bring warmth, comfort, skill, mindfulness, confidentiality and good humor into each client partnership.
(469) 844-4258 View (469) 844-4258
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Carmen Nordmeyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MBA
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
Carmen is a 13-year cancer survivor, experienced Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Cosmetologist. She specializes in clients who are going through cancer, taking care of someone with cancer, or know someone who is. Cancer trauma can affect your quality of life in many ways, and a person may experience anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and adjustment issues including ideas of suicide. She relies on therapy techniques like Cognitive Behavioral, Reality, and Solution Focused Brief and relaxation, to address the whole person in order to identify root causes and help you regain your optimal well-being.
Carmen is a 13-year cancer survivor, experienced Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Cosmetologist. She specializes in clients who are going through cancer, taking care of someone with cancer, or know someone who is. Cancer trauma can affect your quality of life in many ways, and a person may experience anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and adjustment issues including ideas of suicide. She relies on therapy techniques like Cognitive Behavioral, Reality, and Solution Focused Brief and relaxation, to address the whole person in order to identify root causes and help you regain your optimal well-being.
(214) 239-8435 View (214) 239-8435
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Giana Martinez
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
You're not a cookie, and I am not a cookie-cutter therapist. Every person is unique, and my counseling approach is very much tailored to your specific needs. For most people, counseling may be a last resort, one final effort after they’ve tried everything else. Some worry that seeking therapy means they’ve failed; and for others, the idea of therapy is just plain scary or not the way they were “taught to deal with things”. Even so, the fact that you’re reading this means you want to take back control and begin creating the life you really want. Well, you’ve come to the right place!
You're not a cookie, and I am not a cookie-cutter therapist. Every person is unique, and my counseling approach is very much tailored to your specific needs. For most people, counseling may be a last resort, one final effort after they’ve tried everything else. Some worry that seeking therapy means they’ve failed; and for others, the idea of therapy is just plain scary or not the way they were “taught to deal with things”. Even so, the fact that you’re reading this means you want to take back control and begin creating the life you really want. Well, you’ve come to the right place!
(469) 414-5042 View (469) 414-5042
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Nicky Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT™
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
Waitlist for new clients
I believe every person has a unique way of looking at the world, and sometimes we all need a little help finding a common language to connect with others. We all strive for something, and my goal as a counselor is to help you figure out what is working for you and replace what no longer serves you. Although I can provide resources and a new perspective, I believe you are the expert on your own story. I tailor my treatment style to your individual needs and aim to populate your coping skills "toolbox" with the tools that work best for you as we work toward your goals.
I believe every person has a unique way of looking at the world, and sometimes we all need a little help finding a common language to connect with others. We all strive for something, and my goal as a counselor is to help you figure out what is working for you and replace what no longer serves you. Although I can provide resources and a new perspective, I believe you are the expert on your own story. I tailor my treatment style to your individual needs and aim to populate your coping skills "toolbox" with the tools that work best for you as we work toward your goals.
(469) 414-9538 View (469) 414-9538
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.