Attachment-based Therapists in 77025

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Hayley Stulmaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, CCPT-ST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
I am here to help you embrace the best version of yourself. The world is full of stressors that ultimately can leave you feeling anxious, not good enough, or as if there’s not enough space for you. I build deep connections with my clients to feel safe enough to explore these difficult experiences. I help introspective people learn even more about themselves, resulting in greater self-acceptance and more overall life satisfaction.
I am here to help you embrace the best version of yourself. The world is full of stressors that ultimately can leave you feeling anxious, not good enough, or as if there’s not enough space for you. I build deep connections with my clients to feel safe enough to explore these difficult experiences. I help introspective people learn even more about themselves, resulting in greater self-acceptance and more overall life satisfaction.
(713) 391-8318 View (713) 391-8318
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Kathy P Wu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025  (Online Only)
My clients often share that they feel heard, seen, and celebrated as individuals throughout therapy. I apply research-backed, trauma-informed, multi-culturally competent individual therapy to instill hope, self-compassion, and empowerment in young people. Through gentle guidance, developmentally appropriate psychoeducation, and empathic listening, my clients are able to tap into their inner strengths and vulnerabilities, and learn to tolerate discomforts and-- once and for all-- conquer their fears and insecurities.
My clients often share that they feel heard, seen, and celebrated as individuals throughout therapy. I apply research-backed, trauma-informed, multi-culturally competent individual therapy to instill hope, self-compassion, and empowerment in young people. Through gentle guidance, developmentally appropriate psychoeducation, and empathic listening, my clients are able to tap into their inner strengths and vulnerabilities, and learn to tolerate discomforts and-- once and for all-- conquer their fears and insecurities.
(215) 515-8355 View (215) 515-8355
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Sarah Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Mental health is defined as the ability to love, and the ability to work; to be able to have stable and emotionally fulfilling relationships, to take care of your daily needs, and to be able to use your time creatively and productively. I offer person-centered counseling that focuses on helping clients understand their thoughts and feelings in order to change their behavior. I also specialize in Executive Function Coaching. Young people are often bright and capable, but overwhelmed by frustration, anxiety, or inattention. EFC teaches techniques to stay focused, plan ahead, get organized, make decisions, and follow through.
Mental health is defined as the ability to love, and the ability to work; to be able to have stable and emotionally fulfilling relationships, to take care of your daily needs, and to be able to use your time creatively and productively. I offer person-centered counseling that focuses on helping clients understand their thoughts and feelings in order to change their behavior. I also specialize in Executive Function Coaching. Young people are often bright and capable, but overwhelmed by frustration, anxiety, or inattention. EFC teaches techniques to stay focused, plan ahead, get organized, make decisions, and follow through.
(281) 771-1855 View (281) 771-1855
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Erin R Whitney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Only the strongest and most courageous know when it is time to get help. Together we can work through nearly any difficulty. I personalize my counseling and coaching practices based on your or your family's needs, using effective, yet gentle and powerful, proven methods. With 25+ years in practice working with people who have depression, anxiety, OCD, childhood/teen behavioral concerns, ADHD, trauma, autism spectrum disorders, and adjustments to significant life changes, I have the experience to meet your needs . Not sure if counseling or coaching is right for you? Please call me for a free consultation. Warmest regards, Erin
Only the strongest and most courageous know when it is time to get help. Together we can work through nearly any difficulty. I personalize my counseling and coaching practices based on your or your family's needs, using effective, yet gentle and powerful, proven methods. With 25+ years in practice working with people who have depression, anxiety, OCD, childhood/teen behavioral concerns, ADHD, trauma, autism spectrum disorders, and adjustments to significant life changes, I have the experience to meet your needs . Not sure if counseling or coaching is right for you? Please call me for a free consultation. Warmest regards, Erin
(832) 850-2262 View (832) 850-2262
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Yassmin Eldouh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! My area of focus is providing culturally competent counseling to individuals of varying mental health difficulties. I work with clients with various presenting issues, including anxiety and depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and addictions. In addition to being a licensed therapist, I am completing my PhD in counseling. My intersectional identities as an Arab-Asian woman from a Muslim background allows me to experience understanding and empathy for those from varying backgrounds and identities.
Hello and welcome! My area of focus is providing culturally competent counseling to individuals of varying mental health difficulties. I work with clients with various presenting issues, including anxiety and depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and addictions. In addition to being a licensed therapist, I am completing my PhD in counseling. My intersectional identities as an Arab-Asian woman from a Muslim background allows me to experience understanding and empathy for those from varying backgrounds and identities.
(940) 329-2591 View (940) 329-2591
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Xin Wang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Life is beautiful, but not always perfect. It can become challenging and difficult sometime. Dealing with life stress can be overwhelming, may cause feeling of being stuck/lost, or even leads to anxiety, depression, and relationship problems in your personal, family, or professional life. Seeking counseling is courageous and empowering way of positive coping. I believe therapy is a collaborative process in helping individuals to develop positive thinking and coping skills. It supports you during the tough time and also promotes self growth. It helps you to live a happy, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
Life is beautiful, but not always perfect. It can become challenging and difficult sometime. Dealing with life stress can be overwhelming, may cause feeling of being stuck/lost, or even leads to anxiety, depression, and relationship problems in your personal, family, or professional life. Seeking counseling is courageous and empowering way of positive coping. I believe therapy is a collaborative process in helping individuals to develop positive thinking and coping skills. It supports you during the tough time and also promotes self growth. It helps you to live a happy, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
(832) 905-9614 View (832) 905-9614
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Cynthia A French
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
I am a Psychotherapist in private practice and my specialty is helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families to work through difficult life challenges and transitions. My work varies from helping individuals with self-esteem issues, to academic and career counseling, to guiding adolescents/young adults towards independent living, and to helping individuals and couples improve the quality of their relationships and of their individual happiness. I am committed to helping people take action, see results, and start living fully. I take an eclectic approach, using many evidence-based theories, and work to sculpt treatment that is individualized to each client.
I am a Psychotherapist in private practice and my specialty is helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families to work through difficult life challenges and transitions. My work varies from helping individuals with self-esteem issues, to academic and career counseling, to guiding adolescents/young adults towards independent living, and to helping individuals and couples improve the quality of their relationships and of their individual happiness. I am committed to helping people take action, see results, and start living fully. I take an eclectic approach, using many evidence-based theories, and work to sculpt treatment that is individualized to each client.
(832) 589-1725 View (832) 589-1725
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Dr. Beverly Dolenz Walsh
Psychologist, PhD, Equine, Therapy
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Are your relationships full of conflict and disconnection? Does stress throw you into crisis? Do you worry about your child making and keeping friends? I'm dedicated to helping my clients conquer these, and many other issues. In addition to traditional office-based psychotherapy, I shifted in 2009 "from the office to the pasture" to specialize in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. In partnering with horses, I observe profound shifts in relationships, communication, confidence, and emotional regulation. The Equine work is "grounded", so no horsemanship background is required. Conveniently schedule online at therapyappointment.com
Are your relationships full of conflict and disconnection? Does stress throw you into crisis? Do you worry about your child making and keeping friends? I'm dedicated to helping my clients conquer these, and many other issues. In addition to traditional office-based psychotherapy, I shifted in 2009 "from the office to the pasture" to specialize in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. In partnering with horses, I observe profound shifts in relationships, communication, confidence, and emotional regulation. The Equine work is "grounded", so no horsemanship background is required. Conveniently schedule online at therapyappointment.com
(713) 338-9126 View (713) 338-9126
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Irena Milentijevic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
I’m a psychologist who provides therapy to distressed women and couples. My individual counseling can help if you’re struggling with depression (including postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety), a recent loss such as a miscarriage, infertility, and other pregnancy-related concerns. I also help women who are unhappy with their relationships and are having difficulties balancing their profession, and their family life.
I’m a psychologist who provides therapy to distressed women and couples. My individual counseling can help if you’re struggling with depression (including postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety), a recent loss such as a miscarriage, infertility, and other pregnancy-related concerns. I also help women who are unhappy with their relationships and are having difficulties balancing their profession, and their family life.
(281) 942-4164 View (281) 942-4164
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D&K Counseling Group, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
"No! "Mine!" "Leave me alone!" "I don't want it!" "Go away!" "I hate you!" Screaming, yelling. You hear this when raising a young child as well as a teenager. You know that some of this is okay; they are learning and growing. However, is all of it age appropriate? Their yelling is constant, their behavior is out of control, they are not following directions and their mood does not seem right. You feel frustrated, overwhelmed, concerned and nothing you do makes it better. You have tried disciplining, talking, taking away from them and used every tool you know but nothing has worked. You need help. There is something deeper going on.
"No! "Mine!" "Leave me alone!" "I don't want it!" "Go away!" "I hate you!" Screaming, yelling. You hear this when raising a young child as well as a teenager. You know that some of this is okay; they are learning and growing. However, is all of it age appropriate? Their yelling is constant, their behavior is out of control, they are not following directions and their mood does not seem right. You feel frustrated, overwhelmed, concerned and nothing you do makes it better. You have tried disciplining, talking, taking away from them and used every tool you know but nothing has worked. You need help. There is something deeper going on.
(281) 609-4868 View (281) 609-4868
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Chuck Gray
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025  (Online Only)
I deeply value marital and relationship fulfillment. If you are an adult seeking marriage, dating, premarital, affairs, or other relationship counseling, then we are likely to be a good fit for each other. Since 1987 I have focused as a psychologist full-time on developing and implementing specialized expertise in couples and other adult relationship counseling. Together we may assess in a friendly way what is happening in your relationship, how it developed to be this way, and what may be done to improve communication, build trust, strengthen emotional connections, enhance intimacy, and otherwise fulfill your relationship goals.
I deeply value marital and relationship fulfillment. If you are an adult seeking marriage, dating, premarital, affairs, or other relationship counseling, then we are likely to be a good fit for each other. Since 1987 I have focused as a psychologist full-time on developing and implementing specialized expertise in couples and other adult relationship counseling. Together we may assess in a friendly way what is happening in your relationship, how it developed to be this way, and what may be done to improve communication, build trust, strengthen emotional connections, enhance intimacy, and otherwise fulfill your relationship goals.
(713) 338-9087 View (713) 338-9087
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Toby D Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
Intimate relationships are so important in all our lives! We need to experience them as safe and secure to be okay, to grow, and to thrive. Moreover, problems in those close relationships can throw everything into chaos. It includes problems in the relationship you have with yourself. Let me help you with those problems. Starting from where you are now, you can come to distinguish, prioritize, and meet your core needs; work to resolve the impacts of traumatic experiences, and develop safe secure attachments. Come. Whether we work on these problems with you alone, as a couple, or in a group, your relationships will benefit from it.
Intimate relationships are so important in all our lives! We need to experience them as safe and secure to be okay, to grow, and to thrive. Moreover, problems in those close relationships can throw everything into chaos. It includes problems in the relationship you have with yourself. Let me help you with those problems. Starting from where you are now, you can come to distinguish, prioritize, and meet your core needs; work to resolve the impacts of traumatic experiences, and develop safe secure attachments. Come. Whether we work on these problems with you alone, as a couple, or in a group, your relationships will benefit from it.
(832) 358-3882 View (832) 358-3882
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Tracey McClain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Hello to you! First, congratulations to you for giving yourself the gift of therapy! Whether you are seeking out therapy for the first time due to stress or whether you are looking to address a long overdue issue or maybe find better ways to communicate in a relationship, or even whether a relationship is right for you or to learn better self-care, I applaud you're taking the time to put yourself first. During my 25 year career, my focus has always been to assist a client in engaging in self-examination so you can discover who you really are and what will truly bring you happiness and self-contentment.
Hello to you! First, congratulations to you for giving yourself the gift of therapy! Whether you are seeking out therapy for the first time due to stress or whether you are looking to address a long overdue issue or maybe find better ways to communicate in a relationship, or even whether a relationship is right for you or to learn better self-care, I applaud you're taking the time to put yourself first. During my 25 year career, my focus has always been to assist a client in engaging in self-examination so you can discover who you really are and what will truly bring you happiness and self-contentment.
(346) 263-0504 View (346) 263-0504
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Katharine Jeray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
My name is Katharine Jeray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My approach to therapy is simple and practical. I have experience working with all ages. I have experience working with loss, trauma, workplace issues, depression, and anxiety. I consider myself a “Generalist” therapist.
My name is Katharine Jeray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My approach to therapy is simple and practical. I have experience working with all ages. I have experience working with loss, trauma, workplace issues, depression, and anxiety. I consider myself a “Generalist” therapist.
(346) 553-0666 View (346) 553-0666
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Thomas Brackendorff - Shire Family Counseling
LPC Associate, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.
CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.
(713) 843-7149 View (713) 843-7149
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Connie Ittner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
Not accepting new clients
My focus is on helping clients better understand their feelings, thoughts and motivations as a pathway to leading more conscious, meaningful and authoritative lives. Because the therapeutic process can be anxiety-provoking and often requires a certain degree of vulnerability, my primary interest in the initial phase of therapy is to develop safe and trusting working relationships with my clients. Once this relationship is formed, I aim to engage an open, collaborative approach that allows for a shared exploration of material relevant to symptoms of anxiety, depression and interpersonal struggles.
My focus is on helping clients better understand their feelings, thoughts and motivations as a pathway to leading more conscious, meaningful and authoritative lives. Because the therapeutic process can be anxiety-provoking and often requires a certain degree of vulnerability, my primary interest in the initial phase of therapy is to develop safe and trusting working relationships with my clients. Once this relationship is formed, I aim to engage an open, collaborative approach that allows for a shared exploration of material relevant to symptoms of anxiety, depression and interpersonal struggles.
(281) 751-6156 View (281) 751-6156
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Julieta Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You're at work/home/school but are having a hard time focusing on the task at hand. Perhaps you find it difficult to connect with loved ones and those around you. You question your purpose and have a hard time finding direction. Understanding our relationship with the external world can help us identify challenges and unhelpful thoughts/behaviors. A safe and supportive environment in which you can explore and understand the complex nature of your difficulties is sometimes necessary to overcome impasse. Therapy can be an opportunity to gain awareness, insight and ultimately authentic self empowerment.
You're at work/home/school but are having a hard time focusing on the task at hand. Perhaps you find it difficult to connect with loved ones and those around you. You question your purpose and have a hard time finding direction. Understanding our relationship with the external world can help us identify challenges and unhelpful thoughts/behaviors. A safe and supportive environment in which you can explore and understand the complex nature of your difficulties is sometimes necessary to overcome impasse. Therapy can be an opportunity to gain awareness, insight and ultimately authentic self empowerment.
(832) 979-5688 View (832) 979-5688
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.