Couples Counseling Therapists in Houston, TX

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Renee Trimble
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
During my own personal journey in seeking a therapist, I found it difficult to connect with a counselor in whom I felt safe to tell my most personal concerns. Finding the right help didn't come easy. So, after 25 years in the medical profession, I answered a heart felt calling to provide the counseling I had long searched for. Even with all of the wonderful theories I learned and now practice, the most important element in counseling is the trust relationship between the therapist and the client. My goal is to make your therapeutic experience a meaningful connection with someone who truly cares.
During my own personal journey in seeking a therapist, I found it difficult to connect with a counselor in whom I felt safe to tell my most personal concerns. Finding the right help didn't come easy. So, after 25 years in the medical profession, I answered a heart felt calling to provide the counseling I had long searched for. Even with all of the wonderful theories I learned and now practice, the most important element in counseling is the trust relationship between the therapist and the client. My goal is to make your therapeutic experience a meaningful connection with someone who truly cares.
(713) 574-5113 View (713) 574-5113
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Dwight Wolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, substance abuse and process addiction recovery, and issues related specifically to men's development.
With twenty-five years of therapy experience, there are fundamental elements to my practice. These are respect for your life and choices and a deep belief that regardless of the circumstances you face, there are solutions that will support and enhance your life. My role is to create a space in which those choices and solutions will unfold. Whether your goals are to heal old wounds, develop stronger relationships, or discover and fulfill your essential dreams, I will support you on your journey. I utilize a narrative and emotionally focused therapeutic approach.
I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, substance abuse and process addiction recovery, and issues related specifically to men's development.
With twenty-five years of therapy experience, there are fundamental elements to my practice. These are respect for your life and choices and a deep belief that regardless of the circumstances you face, there are solutions that will support and enhance your life. My role is to create a space in which those choices and solutions will unfold. Whether your goals are to heal old wounds, develop stronger relationships, or discover and fulfill your essential dreams, I will support you on your journey. I utilize a narrative and emotionally focused therapeutic approach.
(713) 597-3159 View (713) 597-3159
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Dr. Herb W. Agan
Psychologist, EdD, Adults, Couples, FamKid, Teens
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
I have seen individuals, couples, families, children and teens for over forty years with many issues. A former youth minister and present university lecturer for 26 yrs, I respect issues of young people and parents. Married for 20+ years and helped raised two terrific kids, I am aware of parenting problems and joys. My divorce, single-parenting experience and mid-life crises has helped me grow and see into what others suffer. My personal healing, self-discovery and spiritual maturity serve as a resource for helping fellow strugglers. I enjoy helping people of all ages and diversities find hope and newness in their journey.
I have seen individuals, couples, families, children and teens for over forty years with many issues. A former youth minister and present university lecturer for 26 yrs, I respect issues of young people and parents. Married for 20+ years and helped raised two terrific kids, I am aware of parenting problems and joys. My divorce, single-parenting experience and mid-life crises has helped me grow and see into what others suffer. My personal healing, self-discovery and spiritual maturity serve as a resource for helping fellow strugglers. I enjoy helping people of all ages and diversities find hope and newness in their journey.
(832) 621-3773 View (832) 621-3773
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Tushanna Price
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
I believe that developing a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients is an essential part of helping clients to heal and gravitate towards their goals.
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
I believe that developing a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients is an essential part of helping clients to heal and gravitate towards their goals.
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
(409) 204-5908 x409218 View (409) 204-5908 x409218
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Positive Impact Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77036
In therapy I focus on clients experiencing concerns with depression, anxiety, grief or loss, couples concerns, family concerns, and addictions.
The clients I work best with are clients that are seeking a change for their current situation and come into session ready to work on that change. I prefer to see adult clients who have acknowledge they need some assistance with the issues they face and are willing to participate in the therapeutic process.
In therapy I focus on clients experiencing concerns with depression, anxiety, grief or loss, couples concerns, family concerns, and addictions.
The clients I work best with are clients that are seeking a change for their current situation and come into session ready to work on that change. I prefer to see adult clients who have acknowledge they need some assistance with the issues they face and are willing to participate in the therapeutic process.
(713) 999-3980 x101 View (713) 999-3980 x101
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Memorial Relationships & Couples Center, PLLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, LPC, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
Some of the topics that we are more passionate about are: stress, depression and anxiety, relational issues and anger, lack or prioritization of sex, relationship boredom, infidelity, lifestyle issues such as sleeping problems, tobacco and alcohol consumption, age-relationship related problems, and parenting problems.
We are a group of bilingual therapist, among the issues that we explore are: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma, family dynamics and sex issues; also, gender infinity issues, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy, sexual problems, conflict and self-awareness. We provide our clients with a friendly and respectful environment that facilitates exploration and the possibility of seeing challenges from a different angle or perspective, with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about our client's viewpoint. We believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.
Some of the topics that we are more passionate about are: stress, depression and anxiety, relational issues and anger, lack or prioritization of sex, relationship boredom, infidelity, lifestyle issues such as sleeping problems, tobacco and alcohol consumption, age-relationship related problems, and parenting problems.
We are a group of bilingual therapist, among the issues that we explore are: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma, family dynamics and sex issues; also, gender infinity issues, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy, sexual problems, conflict and self-awareness. We provide our clients with a friendly and respectful environment that facilitates exploration and the possibility of seeing challenges from a different angle or perspective, with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about our client's viewpoint. We believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.
(832) 742-1855 View (832) 742-1855
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Amy Acevedo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77064
If you are reading this, that means that you have taken the first step. The first step is always the hardest. The good news is you do not have to do it alone and together we will make your journey a little easier. My name is Amy Acevedo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I offer a warm, energetic, relaxed approach to therapy with focus on anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and trauma. I provide an uplifting perspective which is supportive, challenging, flexible, and multifaceted to uniquely fit your needs and includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, Person-Centered and Mindfulness based theoretical approaches.
If you are reading this, that means that you have taken the first step. The first step is always the hardest. The good news is you do not have to do it alone and together we will make your journey a little easier. My name is Amy Acevedo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I offer a warm, energetic, relaxed approach to therapy with focus on anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and trauma. I provide an uplifting perspective which is supportive, challenging, flexible, and multifaceted to uniquely fit your needs and includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, Person-Centered and Mindfulness based theoretical approaches.
(214) 238-8697 View (214) 238-8697
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Jennifer E Josey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CCPS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS), EMDR +. When people have experienced abandonment and rejection from early in life to adulthood, it can create heartbreak and betrayal like no other. If you tend to get into destructive relationships where you end up hurt or end up hurting others, the grief, despair, and shame can be debilitating and overwhelming. It will be hard to show up in your relationships and be present. There will be struggles with relationships, with work, with children, and financial issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS), EMDR +. When people have experienced abandonment and rejection from early in life to adulthood, it can create heartbreak and betrayal like no other. If you tend to get into destructive relationships where you end up hurt or end up hurting others, the grief, despair, and shame can be debilitating and overwhelming. It will be hard to show up in your relationships and be present. There will be struggles with relationships, with work, with children, and financial issues.
(832) 956-0479 View (832) 956-0479
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Adela Rushing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MABC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77066
My passion is to help clients seeking change, healing, and restoration through a variety of counseling techniques. I generally work with individuals, couples, and groups and specialize in helping relationships, marriages, survivors of trauma and abuse, and veterans.
My passion is to help clients seeking change, healing, and restoration through a variety of counseling techniques. I generally work with individuals, couples, and groups and specialize in helping relationships, marriages, survivors of trauma and abuse, and veterans.
(432) 287-1408 View (432) 287-1408
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Hassan Rehan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77057  (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Not sure how to get through conflicts without it turning into a stalemate or, worse, having you or your partner feeling defeated? I would love to help! I specialize in couples and am Gottman Method level 3 trained. I work with people who are looking for practical and effective skills to enhance their relationships. I help couples learn to be with each other and connect on a deeper level. Getting out of old cycles can be frustrating and feel impossible at times. I would love to help you cultivate a relationship which is emotionally safe and enriching.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Not sure how to get through conflicts without it turning into a stalemate or, worse, having you or your partner feeling defeated? I would love to help! I specialize in couples and am Gottman Method level 3 trained. I work with people who are looking for practical and effective skills to enhance their relationships. I help couples learn to be with each other and connect on a deeper level. Getting out of old cycles can be frustrating and feel impossible at times. I would love to help you cultivate a relationship which is emotionally safe and enriching.
(281) 378-6447 View (281) 378-6447
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Brian Schulz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPHA, LPC, LCDC, CCPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. Hopeful Texas, PLLC
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. Hopeful Texas, PLLC
(281) 549-4705 View (281) 549-4705
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Jill Robin Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, BCPC, CRS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77042
Feeling overwhelmed? Ready to conquer life's challenges and embrace fulfillment? Experience 'Bempathy' - an innovative approach to mastering communication and social skills. This method combines banter and empathy, creating unique authentic engagement with people allowing people to: let their guard down, feel special, and personally engage with others. As a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and speaker with over 30 years of expertise, I've dedicated my life to helping individuals like you navigate life transitions, relationship issues, & personal growth. Let's collaborate for a better life.
Feeling overwhelmed? Ready to conquer life's challenges and embrace fulfillment? Experience 'Bempathy' - an innovative approach to mastering communication and social skills. This method combines banter and empathy, creating unique authentic engagement with people allowing people to: let their guard down, feel special, and personally engage with others. As a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and speaker with over 30 years of expertise, I've dedicated my life to helping individuals like you navigate life transitions, relationship issues, & personal growth. Let's collaborate for a better life.
(281) 671-7975 View (281) 671-7975
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Candice Holloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77018
We can explore identity and relationship issues, practice effective coping skills, or examine the oppressive systems at the root of inequality, it's up to you and what you're needing!.
I am a queer, nonbinary therapist who specializes in working with clients of all ages who are exploring their gender, sexual or romantic identity, and/or sexual trauma. There's no such thing as TMI in therapy with me: we can talk about sex, dating, abuse, religion, money, family, and other "shameful" topics without judgment. We can cuss, cry, laugh, share memes, and make darkly inappropriate jokes about mental health. Therapy requires honesty and cutting through the bs; we find healing and joy through authentic connection with others.
We can explore identity and relationship issues, practice effective coping skills, or examine the oppressive systems at the root of inequality, it's up to you and what you're needing!.
I am a queer, nonbinary therapist who specializes in working with clients of all ages who are exploring their gender, sexual or romantic identity, and/or sexual trauma. There's no such thing as TMI in therapy with me: we can talk about sex, dating, abuse, religion, money, family, and other "shameful" topics without judgment. We can cuss, cry, laugh, share memes, and make darkly inappropriate jokes about mental health. Therapy requires honesty and cutting through the bs; we find healing and joy through authentic connection with others.
(832) 802-6562 View (832) 802-6562
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Amy-Noelle Shih
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Hi, my name is Amy-Noelle. I am a relationship therapist and life coach. I have almost 15 years of experience working with couples. I help couples resolve the real issues and pain that drive a wedge in their relationship. I usually can know the health of couples' relationships just by looking at whether and how often they get into what I call the “trap” cycle. It looks like this: You cause more hurt by how issues are brought up than the issue itself. You never actually get to the real issue! The character assassination and blame prevent you from gaining understanding.
Hi, my name is Amy-Noelle. I am a relationship therapist and life coach. I have almost 15 years of experience working with couples. I help couples resolve the real issues and pain that drive a wedge in their relationship. I usually can know the health of couples' relationships just by looking at whether and how often they get into what I call the “trap” cycle. It looks like this: You cause more hurt by how issues are brought up than the issue itself. You never actually get to the real issue! The character assassination and blame prevent you from gaining understanding.
(832) 937-9661 View (832) 937-9661
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Crystal Nichole Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77007  (Online Only)
I chose to become a mental health professional because I myself have had many life experiences that have required me to pivot when things just weren't working. So I get it and I've put in the work to make the changes I needed to in order to have a more fruitful life! I will serve you with the utmost professionalism, genuineness, sincerity, and respect. Do you often find yourself struggling with the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you at a crossroads and unsure where to turn? Are you struggling in a relationship and unsure how to communicate with your partner? If so, I can help!
I chose to become a mental health professional because I myself have had many life experiences that have required me to pivot when things just weren't working. So I get it and I've put in the work to make the changes I needed to in order to have a more fruitful life! I will serve you with the utmost professionalism, genuineness, sincerity, and respect. Do you often find yourself struggling with the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you at a crossroads and unsure where to turn? Are you struggling in a relationship and unsure how to communicate with your partner? If so, I can help!
(832) 734-9480 View (832) 734-9480
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Carol A. Vaughan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP, FAGPA
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Have you exhausted all that you know to do to change your ways of relating, to change your partner or to help yourself feel better? Do you find yourself irritable and frustrated, sad a lot or not sleeping well? Are you snapping at your children, co workers, friends or spouse? I specialize in helping individuals experiencing emotional difficulties or difficulties in their relationships look at ways they may be damaging their own self esteem or engaging in destructive patterns in their relationships that keep them from getting their emotional needs met.
Have you exhausted all that you know to do to change your ways of relating, to change your partner or to help yourself feel better? Do you find yourself irritable and frustrated, sad a lot or not sleeping well? Are you snapping at your children, co workers, friends or spouse? I specialize in helping individuals experiencing emotional difficulties or difficulties in their relationships look at ways they may be damaging their own self esteem or engaging in destructive patterns in their relationships that keep them from getting their emotional needs met.
(713) 533-8971 View (713) 533-8971
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Science and Soul Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77070
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples. I work primarily with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, self-harm, ADD, mood disorders, attachment issues, personality disorders and grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples. I work primarily with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, self-harm, ADD, mood disorders, attachment issues, personality disorders and grief.
(832) 501-1687 View (832) 501-1687
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Amy Buford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LADC/MH, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, problematic substance use, self esteem problems, addiction, and/ or relationship problems? Are you in a helping profession and finding yourself struggling? Together we walk through the journey of your life and help you heal from emotions that are hindering your quality of life.
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, problematic substance use, self esteem problems, addiction, and/ or relationship problems? Are you in a helping profession and finding yourself struggling? Together we walk through the journey of your life and help you heal from emotions that are hindering your quality of life.
(346) 239-8992 View (346) 239-8992
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Natalie P. Mica
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, CDWF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
You can live your life to a new conclusion! It’s time to restore your relationship with yourself and create a life that reflects who you are at your core.
You want to live the truth and fullness of who you are, but somehow you question your worthiness and struggle to find your authentic voice. It seems your key relationships or life circumstances encourage you to deny, hide, or diminish who you are. Perfectionism, people pleasing, performing, and the need to control have taken over your life, and the stress is causing pain and dis-ease. Often you feel anxious, overwhelmed, and burdened by life’s demands. Or you’re depressed and disconnected from yourself and others or angry and out of control, numbing to get by. Let me help you regain your center and move forward, authentically.
You can live your life to a new conclusion! It’s time to restore your relationship with yourself and create a life that reflects who you are at your core.
You want to live the truth and fullness of who you are, but somehow you question your worthiness and struggle to find your authentic voice. It seems your key relationships or life circumstances encourage you to deny, hide, or diminish who you are. Perfectionism, people pleasing, performing, and the need to control have taken over your life, and the stress is causing pain and dis-ease. Often you feel anxious, overwhelmed, and burdened by life’s demands. Or you’re depressed and disconnected from yourself and others or angry and out of control, numbing to get by. Let me help you regain your center and move forward, authentically.
(832) 304-2149 View (832) 304-2149
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Brett Bergvall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Therapy is a process and requires trust and a strong relationship between client and therapist.
The ideal client is one that desires a change in their life and are hoping/striving for solutions to the challenges they are facing. They desire the therapeutic process and value its benefits while being willing to incorporate the changes needed to overcome the issue which is present. Realizing that they are faced with a problem, they set out to work through this issue and utilize their strengths as a person to cope and seek results. Brett is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist.
Therapy is a process and requires trust and a strong relationship between client and therapist.
The ideal client is one that desires a change in their life and are hoping/striving for solutions to the challenges they are facing. They desire the therapeutic process and value its benefits while being willing to incorporate the changes needed to overcome the issue which is present. Realizing that they are faced with a problem, they set out to work through this issue and utilize their strengths as a person to cope and seek results. Brett is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist.
(281) 549-4705 View (281) 549-4705

Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.