Therapists in Deer Park, TX

If you’re struggling with trauma, if you suffered physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, if you’ve been hurt by neglect, death, divorce, or a painful relationship, If you have PTSD or witnessed traumatic events, there is hope. Healing is possible. Happiness is available. I understand the torment that comes struggling with trauma–through no fault of your own. It is why I have dedicated years of my life studying the best ways to help people through trauma. It’s why over a decade ago, I began working as a therapist. There is a path to healing, and I’ve had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people on their path to finding joy.

You don't have to face your issues alone. We specialize in helping individuals and couples achieve healthier relationships. We are here to help you talk through your personal, private issues in a safe, accepting, supportive, comfortable, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to help clients understand their emotions and to identify patterns of communication that can lead to core issues or problems within their relationships. We assist each client and/or family in developing new strategies to achieve clarification and honesty within themselves.

As a Professional Counselor, I meet new clients with great interest. While getting acquainted, I like to note their strong qualities/abilities as well as recognize areas that need improvement to resolve pain or discomfort. I want to explore my client's own goals and seek methods that may help him/her approach them. I am ready to use cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, psychodynamic or supportive therapy--whichever method or combination appears to be the best approach for the particular client with his/her particular needs. Sometimes, a new way of viewing a problem area is enough to accomplish major improvement.

Welcome! I am Alana Banks, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience implementing evidence-based modalities to effectively treat anxiety, depression, and other behavioral health disorders, as well as trauma, substance abuse, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship issues. My approach is eclectic, client-centered, and strengths-based, with attachment and trauma theories as to the foundation.I incorporate my specialized training in CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and Mindfulness-Based strategies to discover the internal strengths and hidden blockages necessary to promote healing.

I work with clients who have experienced trauma, whether it be recent or in childhood, those experiencing grief as a result of loss or from other life experiences, people facing terminal illness and the end of life, and those who are interested in engaging in a psychodynamic process to develop insight and awareness into how their past is expressing itself in the here and now. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to experience life more fully and to feel more at home in their bodies. Trauma and grief have a way of disconnecting us from our bodies, causing us to feel isolated and cut off from our own natural path toward healing.

Do you come from a complicated family? Have you experienced childhood trauma or sexual abuse? Have you maybe experienced relational or spiritual abuse or hurt and know that it’s affecting you but you haven’t known how to address it other than talking about it? My client’s are aware that their past experiences affect who they are & how they show up in the world. They want support in healing & changing so they can be free of chronic symptoms & be themselves again! I specialize in helping people achieve lasting relief & growth from the experiences that shape & impact us. Learn more & take our quiz: www.gracefullyrootedcounseling.com

Good Day! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW ) based in Texas but also seeing online clients from Illinois. I received my Masters (MSW) from Loyola University Chicago and have been practicing for 6 years.

Are you experiencing constant stress and anxiety? Do you find it challenging to build self-confidence and deal with your inner critic? It can be overwhelming to handle various responsibilities while seeking balance in your life. Perhaps you are feeling exhausted or trapped. These symptoms not only affect your personal well-being but also impact your relationships and job performance. Through individual therapy, we explore the root causes of your struggles, develop coping strategies, reduce the intensity of a traumatic event, and build resilience. Let's create a tailored plan that addresses your individual needs and goals.

“We are hurt in relationship; we heal in relationship” is the core conviction of my therapeutic approach. From the time our earliest map forms in our families, we see the world through the lens of our experience. It’s through relationships that our worldview expands and our sense-of-self matures, especially if we take time for inquiry and insight, and to integrate what we learn. I work from a self-in-context perspective, deeply attuning to the ways not only our family, religion, and culture impact us, but how inequities around race, gender, and sexuality inform our sense of self-and-other as well.

If you are looking to heal from childhood wounds, family of origin relationship issues, traumatic experiences, or are looking to know yourself deeper and flourish with purpose, I’m your therapist! My hope is to be an insightful resource and support for your journey, to come alongside you as you heal and become more self aware, and to help you sustainably achieve your goals. I want to help you thrive by showing you how to pay attention to your mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, creative, and systemic health. I use EMDR, PIT, MI, TBRI, Ego-state, EFT, Brainspotting, the enneagram, somatic interventions, & more to help you heal.

There are many people struggling with the difficult issues of trauma-related issues, difficult or confusing mental health diagnoses, and/or differing types of addiction. My goal and focus is to help those who have a hard time finding lasting help in their struggles. Living a restored, manageable and fulfilling life is possible through skilled professional counseling. I have seen tremendous growth in these areas and would like to more people experience the freedom others have gained.

“Your mental health is everything — prioritize it. Make the time like your life depends on it because it does.” — Mel Robbins. I believe that I didn't choose to be a mental health professional, the profession chose me. I remember helping my friends in High school with their traumas and life transition issues. The ability to connect and make people feel comfortable talking to me about their personal stories took me on this professional path. What I love the most about being a mental health professional is having the opportunity and privilege of being a part of people’s journeys.

Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As a skilled behavioral specialist, I am here to provide comprehensive support for a wide range of challenges that you and your family may encounter. My expertise lies in fostering personal well-being, both at an individual level and within the family unit. With the aim of guiding, you towards fulfilling your true potential, I am proud to hold dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Throughout my extensive 25-year career in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have acquired invaluable experience.

You seem to be good at everything *except* your relationship. You know something is off in your relationship, but maybe you just can't quite put your finger on it. Or you know exactly what the problem is, but you're clueless on how to change it. You don't want to give up, walk away, throw in the towel. You want to fight for your marriage. Perhaps there's be infidelity, perhaps many times over. Maybe your partner hid major issues or events, like debts or friendships, and now you can't heal from the betrayal and trust your partner again. Or perhaps you are the one holding the secret, and the shame is keeping you imprisoned in fear.

Crisis and adversity are opportunities to learn about what we value, need, and want the most. People of all ages seek therapy during emotional crisis. Therapy is about learning to cope with the anxiety and/or depression that results from academic, social, and emotional stress. I specialize in helping individuals formulate a 'return to normalcy' plan. In addition to offering therapies that work like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I value the relationship with the client and believe that the relationship is key in helping people reach their goals.

I am deeply committed to addressing collective cultural issues and helping those break free from the confines of cultural and familial expectations. For those whose lives have been impacted by childhood abuse, persistent people-pleasing tendencies, or feelings of being the odd one out due to a divergent family path, I stand ready to provide therapeutic support tailored to your needs. I firmly believe that every experience you've had, whether positive or negative, merits validation. Together, we will navigate the intricate web of cultural norms and delve into your personal needs, empowering you to craft the life you envision.

Depressed, moody, anxious and troubled more often than not these days, your work and relationships are suffering in the background as you try to "get a grip". From sad and tired to anxious, agitated or even angry... the emotions are exhausting. At this point, simply feeling content feels far away. Something needs to change and I can help. Often we forget that anxiety and depression are companions to things like crisis, change, grief, loneliness, conflict and many other conditions. Struggling to cope with what is in front of you right now, while also managing your anxiety or get a handle on your depressed mood might feel impossible.

Psychological pain and suffering are part of the human experience. I provide a personalized, nonjudgmental, healing process for individuals, couples, and families. Depression, anxiety, stress, death or loss, overwhelming emotions, and relationship issues are a few of the difficulties often experienced.