Therapists in McKinney, TX
Tonya McKinzey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I have over 20 years of experience working with clients in areas such as alcohol/substance use, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic violence, women's issues, parenting issues, and more!.
I offer a safe space for my clients to identify and explore their struggles with compassion and free of judgment. I work with my clients to identify their strengths and work collaboratively to meet their goals.
I have over 20 years of experience working with clients in areas such as alcohol/substance use, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic violence, women's issues, parenting issues, and more!.
I offer a safe space for my clients to identify and explore their struggles with compassion and free of judgment. I work with my clients to identify their strengths and work collaboratively to meet their goals.
Leslie Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I am trained in ART (accelerated resolution therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and have my LCDC to work with individuals struggling with addiction.
If you fight for your limitations, you get to keep them. You've made the first step for new growth, but may not know what's next. Whether you're an athlete struggling with the unique challenges you face within yourself and your sport, an adolescent struggling with everyday emotions and balancing relationships, or a male seeking to understand feelings of anger, shame, or communication issues, together we can create new possibilities.
I am trained in ART (accelerated resolution therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and have my LCDC to work with individuals struggling with addiction.
If you fight for your limitations, you get to keep them. You've made the first step for new growth, but may not know what's next. Whether you're an athlete struggling with the unique challenges you face within yourself and your sport, an adolescent struggling with everyday emotions and balancing relationships, or a male seeking to understand feelings of anger, shame, or communication issues, together we can create new possibilities.
Dr. Amir Abbassi, New Horizons Center for Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75069
Dr. Abbassi is an expert in couple's communication and sexual issues. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Certified Sex Therapist by American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and approved Supervisor of LPC and LMFT. He works with individual (children and Adults) in the area of depression, anxiety and general life difficulties. Dr. Abbassi has been in private practice for over 26 years. As a full Professor at local Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Abbassi teaches and provides supervision to Counseling Interns for both LPC & LMFT boards.
Dr. Abbassi is an expert in couple's communication and sexual issues. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Certified Sex Therapist by American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and approved Supervisor of LPC and LMFT. He works with individual (children and Adults) in the area of depression, anxiety and general life difficulties. Dr. Abbassi has been in private practice for over 26 years. As a full Professor at local Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Abbassi teaches and provides supervision to Counseling Interns for both LPC & LMFT boards.
Laura Auldridge, LPC, CCTP, EMDR-Trained
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
First off, you are more than enough! What you are experiencing is tough, but so are you! Now that, that’s been said here’s a tidbit about who I am. My name is Laura Auldridge and I am currently accepting new clients in my downtown, Mckinney Town Square office! I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the K-State, and a master’s degree in counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. If you are seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, religious trauma, intimacy/relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ community, personality/mood disorders or need help for your teen/kiddo I am your girl!
First off, you are more than enough! What you are experiencing is tough, but so are you! Now that, that’s been said here’s a tidbit about who I am. My name is Laura Auldridge and I am currently accepting new clients in my downtown, Mckinney Town Square office! I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the K-State, and a master’s degree in counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. If you are seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, religious trauma, intimacy/relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ community, personality/mood disorders or need help for your teen/kiddo I am your girl!
Kim Carson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
Community Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CSC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
Connections Wellness Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PhD, MD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
We are a GROUP practice of psychiatrists and counselors with the goal of being (1) easily accessible, (2) affordable, and (3) profoundly competent. Our psychiatrists and therapists are accepting new clients and we can typically provide new patient appointments in a matter of hours, not weeks or months. Our team is made up of Harvard students, college professors, international speakers, and advanced trained fully licensed practitioners. We offer a profoundly talented team with over 150+ years of combined experience, without losing a single ounce of individualized compassion, care, and genuine love for what we do every day.
We are a GROUP practice of psychiatrists and counselors with the goal of being (1) easily accessible, (2) affordable, and (3) profoundly competent. Our psychiatrists and therapists are accepting new clients and we can typically provide new patient appointments in a matter of hours, not weeks or months. Our team is made up of Harvard students, college professors, international speakers, and advanced trained fully licensed practitioners. We offer a profoundly talented team with over 150+ years of combined experience, without losing a single ounce of individualized compassion, care, and genuine love for what we do every day.
Clayton Jech
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
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Prime Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, MBA, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
It is common for our clients to be struggling with active addiction, self-harm, suicidal ideation, broken relationships, psychiatric hospital visits, illegal activity, sexual assault, etc.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
It is common for our clients to be struggling with active addiction, self-harm, suicidal ideation, broken relationships, psychiatric hospital visits, illegal activity, sexual assault, etc.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
Toria Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I am experienced working with adolescents and young adults with various life obstacles. My background includes assisting individuals who struggle with issues entailing addiction, relationships, grief, and areas of mental health. Today, seeking counseling can be a difficult step, but also a way to gain personal strength when life’s challenges make it hard to cope with stressors. As a counselor, I believe that creating a safe environment where you can openly express yourself and be totally transparent and non-judgmental by feeling supported is critical in the counseling process.
I am experienced working with adolescents and young adults with various life obstacles. My background includes assisting individuals who struggle with issues entailing addiction, relationships, grief, and areas of mental health. Today, seeking counseling can be a difficult step, but also a way to gain personal strength when life’s challenges make it hard to cope with stressors. As a counselor, I believe that creating a safe environment where you can openly express yourself and be totally transparent and non-judgmental by feeling supported is critical in the counseling process.
Dennis W Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Are you dissatisfied with the way life is going for you? Are you struggling with career, personal, or relationship issues and not sure what to do?
Are you dissatisfied with the way life is going for you? Are you struggling with career, personal, or relationship issues and not sure what to do?
Online Therapists
Clifton Hickman
Licensed Professional Counselor, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Addiction takes a devastating toll on the struggler, the partner of the struggler, and the families.
Are you strained relationally, emotionally, and physically? Could it be that your story needs to be uncovered? Every person has a story and I find their stories so compelling - the joys, hardships, adversities, struggles, and passions. Life will throw all types of hardships we never imagined. You may have experienced loss, hurt, depression, or addiction and it seems impossible to sort it out. We all need relationships that provide support and wisdom to assist us during troubled times when we feel lost. My joy is to provide this path of growth to men because I have benefited so much in counseling.
Addiction takes a devastating toll on the struggler, the partner of the struggler, and the families.
Are you strained relationally, emotionally, and physically? Could it be that your story needs to be uncovered? Every person has a story and I find their stories so compelling - the joys, hardships, adversities, struggles, and passions. Life will throw all types of hardships we never imagined. You may have experienced loss, hurt, depression, or addiction and it seems impossible to sort it out. We all need relationships that provide support and wisdom to assist us during troubled times when we feel lost. My joy is to provide this path of growth to men because I have benefited so much in counseling.
Tamika McKindra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76177 (Online Only)
I have experience working with various issues including but not limited to trauma, substance abuse, anger management, physical abuse, adjustment issues, and divorce. I assist clients in overcoming obstacles that are challenging to overcome in their lives. Additionally, I collaboratively work with clients to improve their overall functioning in their daily lives. I believe in meeting clients where they are in life, while facilitating an environment for change. I am an active listener who is attentive to clients' and their needs and wants. I believe the client is the expert in his or her life.
I have experience working with various issues including but not limited to trauma, substance abuse, anger management, physical abuse, adjustment issues, and divorce. I assist clients in overcoming obstacles that are challenging to overcome in their lives. Additionally, I collaboratively work with clients to improve their overall functioning in their daily lives. I believe in meeting clients where they are in life, while facilitating an environment for change. I am an active listener who is attentive to clients' and their needs and wants. I believe the client is the expert in his or her life.
David Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, CSAT, EMDR, SE
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
I address issues of sexual abuse and addiction, partners of infidelity or sex addicts trauma, substance abuse, developmental immaturity, divorce, and failure to launch young men.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
I address issues of sexual abuse and addiction, partners of infidelity or sex addicts trauma, substance abuse, developmental immaturity, divorce, and failure to launch young men.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
Lori Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Denton, TX 76207
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor with over eight years experience developing and leading groups and working with adults, adolescence, and couples in areas of depression, anxiety, authenticity, anger, shame, body image, relationships, significant mental illness, substance abuse, and trauma. I also have experience working with gender and sexuality issues. My goal is to collaborate with my clients and help them find creative solutions to their concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor with over eight years experience developing and leading groups and working with adults, adolescence, and couples in areas of depression, anxiety, authenticity, anger, shame, body image, relationships, significant mental illness, substance abuse, and trauma. I also have experience working with gender and sexuality issues. My goal is to collaborate with my clients and help them find creative solutions to their concerns.
Flourish Counseling and Consultation
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75208
Our counselors use a variety of approaches to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused, Adlerian, and Person-Centered approaches. We will help you reduce unnecessary suffering caused by rigid ways of thinking, harsh self-criticism, and avoidance of difficult thoughts and feelings. We work with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood swings, addiction, grief, and trauma.
Our counselors use a variety of approaches to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused, Adlerian, and Person-Centered approaches. We will help you reduce unnecessary suffering caused by rigid ways of thinking, harsh self-criticism, and avoidance of difficult thoughts and feelings. We work with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood swings, addiction, grief, and trauma.
Zen Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, LCDC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204
Greetings! I am Clara, and I am deeply committed to aiding others and derive satisfaction from providing something of value that enhances your existence. I assist people in overcoming daily and life challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues, life transitions, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder (addiction), and trauma. I support the promotion of mental health, which includes psychological, emotional, social, and wellness dimensions, in order to assist people in improving their overall well-being.
Greetings! I am Clara, and I am deeply committed to aiding others and derive satisfaction from providing something of value that enhances your existence. I assist people in overcoming daily and life challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues, life transitions, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder (addiction), and trauma. I support the promotion of mental health, which includes psychological, emotional, social, and wellness dimensions, in order to assist people in improving their overall well-being.
Brian Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Accepting New Clients. I assist clients with various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and trauma. I am an an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who believes individuals want to live a more manageable life and are doing the best they can with the tools that they have. I can provide you with the tools to do that. Change can be difficult, but the process can be easier when with someone by your side to help you through it. I want to support you as you work to overcome whatever struggles life has thrown at you.
Accepting New Clients. I assist clients with various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and trauma. I am an an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who believes individuals want to live a more manageable life and are doing the best they can with the tools that they have. I can provide you with the tools to do that. Change can be difficult, but the process can be easier when with someone by your side to help you through it. I want to support you as you work to overcome whatever struggles life has thrown at you.
John D Gambill
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
If you are struggling with drugs or alcohol or the many factor that go with it or lead to substance abuse then let's talk.
John Gambill, M.A. Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Summer Land, LPC-S) John has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups who have been affected by substance abuse. He also focuses on assisting with ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Prevention Education on Drug (Illegal and Rx)/Alcohol Abuse, Bullying/Violence, STDs, Parenting, Intervention Counseling, Anger, Career Counseling/Consulting, Grief, Impulse Control, Stress, Truancy, and Self-Esteem.
If you are struggling with drugs or alcohol or the many factor that go with it or lead to substance abuse then let's talk.
John Gambill, M.A. Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Summer Land, LPC-S) John has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups who have been affected by substance abuse. He also focuses on assisting with ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Prevention Education on Drug (Illegal and Rx)/Alcohol Abuse, Bullying/Violence, STDs, Parenting, Intervention Counseling, Anger, Career Counseling/Consulting, Grief, Impulse Control, Stress, Truancy, and Self-Esteem.
Randall E Kitchen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126 (Online Only)
I'm an Adlerian therapist who is trained in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (A beautiful & effective model of therapy) and have specialized in helping couples for the last 15 years. You'll find I make therapy safe, good, and productive. I use a collaborative approach where you and I work as a team to decrease and eliminate your symptoms and issues so you can achieve your goals and live a happier and successful life. Many of my clients come to me seeking help with addiction related problems. My work is rooted in over 25 years, and I help them create their unique personal solution to the challenges they are facing in their lives.
I'm an Adlerian therapist who is trained in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (A beautiful & effective model of therapy) and have specialized in helping couples for the last 15 years. You'll find I make therapy safe, good, and productive. I use a collaborative approach where you and I work as a team to decrease and eliminate your symptoms and issues so you can achieve your goals and live a happier and successful life. Many of my clients come to me seeking help with addiction related problems. My work is rooted in over 25 years, and I help them create their unique personal solution to the challenges they are facing in their lives.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.