Therapists in Plano, TX

I have lived in the DFW area for twenty three years and consider myself a Texan who wasn’t born here, but I am here to stay. I work under Nanette Rousseau of Rousseau Counseling. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Life Coach and what I can offer is safety, connection, empathy, and understanding. I utilize empirically supported tools, open communication, and great listening skills. I have a special interest in Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I will provide a safe and supportive environment that will foster growth and encouragement. I am ready to help you you get your life back in balance.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice. I am also a Licensed Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I earned my Masters of Science degree at the University of North Texas, and received advanced training in Play Therapy, Expressive Arts and Filial Therapy. I have more than 18 years of experience working with children and families. I specialize in working with Preschool age children and their parents to address concerns regarding emotional and social development and behavioral issues while enhancing the parent-child relationship. I am also passionate about working with pre-adolescents and adolescents. Counseling in adolescence is beneficial to facilitate healthy coping skills and self-expression. I also specialize in addressing the psycho-therapeutic needs of individuals with eating disorders, women with postpartum depression, and families who have experienced the death of a loved one.

I have worked primarily with POC and other American Cultural Minority populations, including South Asian survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQIA+, and many others. As a first generation Tamil-American, I have extensive personal and professional experience with model minority stressors, cultural trauma, immigration abuse, religious abuse and various other struggles common for those that identify as a minority in America. I believe that therapy is meant to be a space of mutual collaboration, to help work towards and help understand those aspects of your life that motivated you to seek guidance.

Do you and your partner feel like your communication gets lost in translation? Are the conflicts leaving you exhausted and disconnected? If you are shaking your head and saying yes, then you are in the right place. Welcome to Power to Heal Relationships! Congratulations, you are on your way to getting that physical, emotional, and psychological safety that you deserve. Whether you recently started your relationship or navigating many years of marriage, I believe you have the power to heal, mend, strengthen and revitalize your relationship. Having been married for 32 years. I am "red bull" excited to show you how it is done.

As a social worker with CCNT, my passion lies in creating a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable youth, young adults, and women. Drawing upon my background teaching, working with foster children, and supporting victims of domestic violence, my work is fueled by a deep commitment to address the holistic needs of every client.

My therapeutic presence is calm, supportive, and non-judgmental. I specialize in helping women dealing with anxiety/depression due to life transitions. Together, we can develop goals that make sense for you, to improve your sense of self and live your most authentic life.

Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.

Hi there. I’m Rachel Tipsword, and I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing. My focus lies in OCD & Anxiety Treatment, an area I'm actively developing expertise in. Additionally, I have extensive experience in supporting clients with eating disorders and a keen interest in working with those navigating chronic illness. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, my goal is to provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages; adults, adolescents, and children. I believe that all clients have an innate ability for change and growth. Through my knowledge of human development and behavior, I will facilitate you working to achieve your counseling goals. I will provide you an environment of empathy, genuineness, and safety where you will be free to explore your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Together we can discover the strength and hope within you.

Seema Nair is a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of service in the field. She has experience counseling individuals from various backgrounds and cultures. She specializes in several areas including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self-esteem, and relationship issues. She uses an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused treatment. Her approach is to provide a warm, empathic, non-judgmental safe space to process.

Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or at a loss about how to help your child or teen? Perhaps your child’s school has suggested you reach out to a counselor, and you’re not sure where to start, but know that you need some support. If so, I applaud you for taking steps in the right direction to seek professional help for your child. I can help guide you and help you find a way to re-connect with yourself and/or your child. Connection is the key in relationship building. I work best with families and children who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and difficulty coping.

My personal and professional experiences have helped me gain valuable insights into many social and cultural experiences that make us all diverse and unique. Some of the populations I’ve worked with include adults with mental health needs, individuals with disabilities, families in crisis, and children in foster care. My goal is to advocate for my client’s best interest and needs. I aim to be caring, compassionate, and committed. My approach in individual therapy is to provide an empathetic ear and to assist my clients through the therapeutic process. I believe the collaborative process between therapist and client can be healing.

Do you feel anxious, depressed, or stressed to the point that it is interfering with your daily life? Do you have passed trauma you have not come to terms with? Feel free to reach out. You do not have to go through it alone. I have weekend appointments available. También hablo español, puedes leer mi información si cambias el lenguaje a español.

As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.

My philosophy centers on making therapy all about YOU! I believes that your personal growth, challenges, and life experiences take precedence.Your growth, your challenges, and your experiences shape you as a person and through therapy you should deepen your understanding of self and the world around you. I specialize in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, grief, and more. My approach centers around a client-centered model, integrating therapeutic techniques tailored to your individual needs.

Choosing the right therapist is such an important decision and you deserve someone who you can trust is the right fit for you. Are you dealing with anxiety? Feeling overwhelmed by stress and burnout? Are your relationships at the breaking point? If so, I can help. I see individual women, ages 18+ (no couples or families at this time) where I offer a warm, non-judgmental counseling approach and provide a safe space for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and explore new directions for your life.

You crush it at work. But you feel like a total failure in your relationships. Exhaustion and hopelessness color your existence like a dark fog. Caffeine and self-propulsion are your two best friends. Relationships should be fulfilling, right? Then why do you feel so numb, disengaged, and often embarrassed by your emotional reactions? Sure, you hit your numbers at work. But your reward is dragging yourself home to a lonely, sexless marriage. Another conflict ensues. Great. Your partner's judgmental stare leaves you feeling ashamed and like you’re 5 years old again. Let’s face it – you haven’t felt loved in years.

I enjoy working with couples and adult individuals from a collaborative, strengths-based approach. My focus is on helping clients to build positive relationships and find personal growth in the process. I believe that everyone has the potential to make positive change in their lives, and I see my role as walking alongside them in their journey towards this change. I also believe that many of us have trouble expressing our true, authentic selves, but that once we feel safe to do so, we thrive both individually and within our relationships. I work to create a safe space for clients to explore this authentic self.

I recognize how overwhelming the process towards healing can be whether for yourself or a loved one. Together, I can help you through the process, as we work on fostering self-esteem, a greater sense of self, and the healthy coping skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. I believe that counseling is a collaborative process where we work on healing and allowing the whole self to thrive in whatever way is best tailored towards your individual needs.