Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Bedford, TX

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Abi Smith
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Waitlist for new clients
I take an intersectional, affirming, and social-justice oriented approach to therapy, pulling from queer and narrative theories, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I'm a queer and neurodivergent therapist passionate about working with queer and neurodivergent individuals and relationships. My clinical experience includes working with autism, ADHD, bipolar, queer individuals and relationships, mixed neurotype relationships, kink and poly relationships, religious trauma, complex trauma, shame, anxiety, and depression. I work well with adult-diagnosed and/or self-diagnosed neurodivergent folx who feel as though they need a neurodivergent therapist who can understand them and help them find tangible ways of coping, healing, and thriving.
I take an intersectional, affirming, and social-justice oriented approach to therapy, pulling from queer and narrative theories, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I'm a queer and neurodivergent therapist passionate about working with queer and neurodivergent individuals and relationships. My clinical experience includes working with autism, ADHD, bipolar, queer individuals and relationships, mixed neurotype relationships, kink and poly relationships, religious trauma, complex trauma, shame, anxiety, and depression. I work well with adult-diagnosed and/or self-diagnosed neurodivergent folx who feel as though they need a neurodivergent therapist who can understand them and help them find tangible ways of coping, healing, and thriving.
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Amanda Gatlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
It is my passion to help you find strength and hope that will allow you to experience self-acceptance, joy and determination.
My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space in an effort to empower those who are on a journey of healing and growth. I believe in individualized treatment with a person-centered lens and strive to assist clients in developing a treatment plan that supports realistic, achievable goals.
It is my passion to help you find strength and hope that will allow you to experience self-acceptance, joy and determination.
My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space in an effort to empower those who are on a journey of healing and growth. I believe in individualized treatment with a person-centered lens and strive to assist clients in developing a treatment plan that supports realistic, achievable goals.
(682) 327-5223 View (682) 327-5223
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Rawan Ashrawi-Abughazaleh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I'm so glad you have landed here. Whether this is your first time exploring counseling support or you've been seeing a counselor for years, WELCOME. Finding the right counselor can be overwhelming, so as you read along here, I hope you are able to see the ways we can work together. I am a 1st generation born-in-America, Palestinian, woman. I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life. These identities are important to me, and I imagine you may have some that are dear to you. In this space, identities are important, validated, and processed.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I'm so glad you have landed here. Whether this is your first time exploring counseling support or you've been seeing a counselor for years, WELCOME. Finding the right counselor can be overwhelming, so as you read along here, I hope you are able to see the ways we can work together. I am a 1st generation born-in-America, Palestinian, woman. I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life. These identities are important to me, and I imagine you may have some that are dear to you. In this space, identities are important, validated, and processed.
(512) 883-9692 View (512) 883-9692
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Katelyn Godsey
LPC-Associate, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
I hope to help you address challenging parts of your story and provide tools that facilitate self-compassion and acceptance.
Do you ever feel like you're not "enough", yet "too much" all at the same time? So many of us suffer from the weight of shame, the pressure of high expectations, the need to please others, and perfectionistic thinking. You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or insecurity. Yet the more you try to "fix" yourself, the more helpless you feel. However, there is hope and freedom on the horizon.
I hope to help you address challenging parts of your story and provide tools that facilitate self-compassion and acceptance.
Do you ever feel like you're not "enough", yet "too much" all at the same time? So many of us suffer from the weight of shame, the pressure of high expectations, the need to please others, and perfectionistic thinking. You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or insecurity. Yet the more you try to "fix" yourself, the more helpless you feel. However, there is hope and freedom on the horizon.
(682) 267-8221 View (682) 267-8221
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Therapy Works Counseling, Terapia en tu idioma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76022
En Therapy Works tenemos un equipo de terapeutas Hispanas y bilingües en español e inglés con licencia, certificaciones, amplia experiencia y avaladas para Terapia psicologica y hacer las evaluaciones clínicas de salud mental para su proceso de inmigración. At Therapy Works we have a team of Hispanic and bilingual therapists in Spanish and English who are licensed, certified, extensively experienced and specialized on Psychological Therapy and clinical mental health evaluations for your immigration process.
En Therapy Works tenemos un equipo de terapeutas Hispanas y bilingües en español e inglés con licencia, certificaciones, amplia experiencia y avaladas para Terapia psicologica y hacer las evaluaciones clínicas de salud mental para su proceso de inmigración. At Therapy Works we have a team of Hispanic and bilingual therapists in Spanish and English who are licensed, certified, extensively experienced and specialized on Psychological Therapy and clinical mental health evaluations for your immigration process.
(469) 908-3696 View (469) 908-3696
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Carole LaFreniere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Carole. I am licensed in Kansas and see patients via telehealth. If you are struggling, I would like to help you find a solution. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma and sexual assault. I hold additional certifications as a Trauma Professional, Grief Therapist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. . I have training in EMDR as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy. I have worked in the mental health field for over 6 years.
Hi! My name is Carole. I am licensed in Kansas and see patients via telehealth. If you are struggling, I would like to help you find a solution. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma and sexual assault. I hold additional certifications as a Trauma Professional, Grief Therapist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. . I have training in EMDR as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy. I have worked in the mental health field for over 6 years.
(817) 396-7078 View (817) 396-7078
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Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
(817) 849-6835 View (817) 849-6835
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Roberta McKnight-Dupas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-ASWCM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Current times can be extremely hard to make sense of and to successfully adjust; which can greatly affect our wellbeing. Let’s work together to discover the skills you need to navigate all that life can throw at you.
Current times can be extremely hard to make sense of and to successfully adjust; which can greatly affect our wellbeing. Let’s work together to discover the skills you need to navigate all that life can throw at you.
(817) 754-5820 View (817) 754-5820
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Lisa Alfaro Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76022
As a therapist, I am dedicated in supporting my clients on their personal recovery journey by helping them make meaning of sorrow and hardship, uncovering their gifts and talents, and develop goals so they can move forward toward a brighter future and hope. I believe that as long as there is breath there is hope!
As a therapist, I am dedicated in supporting my clients on their personal recovery journey by helping them make meaning of sorrow and hardship, uncovering their gifts and talents, and develop goals so they can move forward toward a brighter future and hope. I believe that as long as there is breath there is hope!
(682) 253-8969 View (682) 253-8969
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S. Michelle Quintero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76022
Hello! My name is Michelle Quintero, bilingual therapist. I believe that everyone has the ability to make positive changes to improve their mental well-being. ​ I prioritize creating a space to process our experiences without feeling judged. ​ My main goal as a therapist is to accompany you on your journey and equip you with tools to deal with your issues.
Hello! My name is Michelle Quintero, bilingual therapist. I believe that everyone has the ability to make positive changes to improve their mental well-being. ​ I prioritize creating a space to process our experiences without feeling judged. ​ My main goal as a therapist is to accompany you on your journey and equip you with tools to deal with your issues.
(817) 612-5770 View (817) 612-5770
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Debra Friedman Dayton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
I worked in Texas for 30 years and work with adults and teens. I now do only telehealth in TX. I specialize in work with women, the LGBTQ population, and adolescents I enjoy working with women on dealing with stresses in their lives and establishing boundaries that help them cope with the pressures of work and family life balance. I have been excited to work with the LGBTQIA population. I have worked with Trans youth and adults, writing letters and doing work that help with their life. I received a second Masters' (as well as my PHD) in Multicultural Women's and Gender Studies at TWU.
I worked in Texas for 30 years and work with adults and teens. I now do only telehealth in TX. I specialize in work with women, the LGBTQ population, and adolescents I enjoy working with women on dealing with stresses in their lives and establishing boundaries that help them cope with the pressures of work and family life balance. I have been excited to work with the LGBTQIA population. I have worked with Trans youth and adults, writing letters and doing work that help with their life. I received a second Masters' (as well as my PHD) in Multicultural Women's and Gender Studies at TWU.
(682) 688-9092 View (682) 688-9092
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Kimberly Sheppard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76022
Welcome to Mindful Harmony, the beginning to feeling better! Have you struggled with worry, overthinking, or how to manage stress? Difficulty with motivation or depression? The journey of life doesn't come with a manual and let's face it, things can be tough at times. I will work with you to listen and develop a plan to relieve the stress you are feeling.
Welcome to Mindful Harmony, the beginning to feeling better! Have you struggled with worry, overthinking, or how to manage stress? Difficulty with motivation or depression? The journey of life doesn't come with a manual and let's face it, things can be tough at times. I will work with you to listen and develop a plan to relieve the stress you are feeling.
(682) 310-5560 View (682) 310-5560
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Francelle Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Society Today is faced with multiple Life stressors ranging from Financial, Marital, Relational, issues with employment and or Life In General. Through Therapy, an Individualized Improvement Plan can be devised and implemented to assist individuals with coping and possibly overcoming the issues they are facing. Adolescents and Teens are complicated, and I am eager to assist. Teen groups are available as well as individualized treatment. Two people working together are always better than one. As a therapist I have learned the more input a client contributes to their therapeutic goals the better the outcomes and success possibility.
Society Today is faced with multiple Life stressors ranging from Financial, Marital, Relational, issues with employment and or Life In General. Through Therapy, an Individualized Improvement Plan can be devised and implemented to assist individuals with coping and possibly overcoming the issues they are facing. Adolescents and Teens are complicated, and I am eager to assist. Teen groups are available as well as individualized treatment. Two people working together are always better than one. As a therapist I have learned the more input a client contributes to their therapeutic goals the better the outcomes and success possibility.
(636) 923-4751 View (636) 923-4751
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Tamra White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
It takes courage to reach out for assistance. I acknowledge that, and welcome you to an environment that asks questions, and promotes change! In my practice, I strive to make the client feel safe, comfortable, and understood from the moment we meet. The quality of the connection between the client and the therapist is fundamental to emotional growth and genuine change. I understand that there are certain feelings, problems, relationship dynamics and behaviors that one would like to feel better about as soon as possible. My practice does not ignore one's need for change in the here and now!
It takes courage to reach out for assistance. I acknowledge that, and welcome you to an environment that asks questions, and promotes change! In my practice, I strive to make the client feel safe, comfortable, and understood from the moment we meet. The quality of the connection between the client and the therapist is fundamental to emotional growth and genuine change. I understand that there are certain feelings, problems, relationship dynamics and behaviors that one would like to feel better about as soon as possible. My practice does not ignore one's need for change in the here and now!
(940) 202-8321 View (940) 202-8321
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Deborah Kirkland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
My name is Deborah Kirkland. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience counseling in a non-profit trauma center. Many of my clients have experienced childhood abuse and neglect as well as adverse life experiences into adulthood. I have worked with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Seeking treatment for mental health takes courage. It is not easy to open up the most private aspects of our lives to a complete stranger. Thus, my philosophy is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship.
My name is Deborah Kirkland. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience counseling in a non-profit trauma center. Many of my clients have experienced childhood abuse and neglect as well as adverse life experiences into adulthood. I have worked with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Seeking treatment for mental health takes courage. It is not easy to open up the most private aspects of our lives to a complete stranger. Thus, my philosophy is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship.
(817) 663-7151 View (817) 663-7151
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George Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Do you come from a family that just "didn't do emotions"? Have you gone to a therapist in the past only to have your fears come true, feel disregarded, or feel like therapy just isn't for you? I specialize in meeting people where they are and introducing positive mental health to those who have been skeptical to see a therapist in the past. Whether assisting a teenager in defining what they want their future to look like, processing trauma with a veteran/first responder, or guiding an individual to break the chains of addiction, I am confident in our ability to work collaboratively towards accomplishing your goals.
Do you come from a family that just "didn't do emotions"? Have you gone to a therapist in the past only to have your fears come true, feel disregarded, or feel like therapy just isn't for you? I specialize in meeting people where they are and introducing positive mental health to those who have been skeptical to see a therapist in the past. Whether assisting a teenager in defining what they want their future to look like, processing trauma with a veteran/first responder, or guiding an individual to break the chains of addiction, I am confident in our ability to work collaboratively towards accomplishing your goals.
(817) 904-8642 View (817) 904-8642
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Erie Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Social workers typically have an interesting life story and personal experiences with tragedy that tug at our heartstrings. I am no different. At times, I wonder "how is it that I have survived these mountains and valleys?" Despite personal tragedy, loss, and despair, influential people have served as beacons of hope throughout the years in my life.
Social workers typically have an interesting life story and personal experiences with tragedy that tug at our heartstrings. I am no different. At times, I wonder "how is it that I have survived these mountains and valleys?" Despite personal tragedy, loss, and despair, influential people have served as beacons of hope throughout the years in my life.
(737) 530-9772 View (737) 530-9772
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Patrick Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Texas. I have over 9 years of professional experience providing counseling services to individuals, groups, and families. I am an optimistic person and believe in the best in people. My educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Texas. Then, I became very interested in studying human behavior and decided to pursue a master's degree in Psychology.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Texas. I have over 9 years of professional experience providing counseling services to individuals, groups, and families. I am an optimistic person and believe in the best in people. My educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Texas. Then, I became very interested in studying human behavior and decided to pursue a master's degree in Psychology.
(956) 420-0193 View (956) 420-0193
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Tiffany Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Each of us has the right and responsibility to assess the roads which lie ahead and those over which we have traveled, and if the future road looms ominous or unpromising and the road back uninviting then we need to gather our resolve and carry only the necessary baggage into another direction- Maya Angelou
Each of us has the right and responsibility to assess the roads which lie ahead and those over which we have traveled, and if the future road looms ominous or unpromising and the road back uninviting then we need to gather our resolve and carry only the necessary baggage into another direction- Maya Angelou
(817) 646-9521 View (817) 646-9521
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Nakia Alford - Sunday
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult, but you don't have to walk your path alone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor ready to help you reach your full potential as you become even healthier mentally. As I use research-based techniques and strategies to address concerns, I work to help you manage and rectify issues.
Life can be difficult, but you don't have to walk your path alone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor ready to help you reach your full potential as you become even healthier mentally. As I use research-based techniques and strategies to address concerns, I work to help you manage and rectify issues.
(817) 646-1697 View (817) 646-1697
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.