Dual Diagnosis Therapists in 75220

Making the decision to talk to a professional about your problems is the first step to solving them. Therapy is a journey of self discovery. I provide a caring and supportive environment for you to get to know yourself and learn how to make the changes that you desire. My approach is cognitive behavioral. I believe that real change is possible when you learn to examine your thoughts, learn how they translate into behavior, and effect your emotions. Start your journey to a happier you today!

I believe 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.

I would be happy to explore with you what you most want for yourself and what might be getting in the way of having that. What you can expect from me is openness, curiosity, compassion, acceptance, support, engagement and collaboration. What you won’t get from me is judgement, pathologizing, ridicule or rejection. I’m not here to tell you what’s wrong with you or how to live your life. I’m here to know what you most want for yourself and to partner with you in exploring what might be getting in the way of you having that.

I am a psychotherapist in private practice in the Turtle Creek area of Dallas. Currently during the COVID crisis I am doing video therapy. I've been working with a broad client base in the mental health field since 1991. Therapy is a collaboration between the client and therapist, and is about facilitating the desired change for the client. I have a laid back approach in a safe non-judgmental therapeutic setting. My job is to ask the right questions to illicit insight and change. I'm also known to use humor in a therapeutic manner to help ease the process.

Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC offers counseling, coaching and consulting services.

I specialize in therapy with individuals (adolescents and adults) from a Cognitive Behavioral and Systems perspective. I use this type of therapy to focus on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in individuals while also taking into account various aspects of the individual's environment. I enjoy working with individuals at an inflection point in their lives (starting/finishing college, marriage, job changes, having children, etc.).

Is your past keeping you stuck? Sometimes our traumatic life experiences get in the way of the life we want to lead. Sometimes moving on feels impossible because those painful memories make it difficult to fully connect with ourselves and others . I believe that every person has the ability to heal and discover their full potential. We can work together to identify patterns of relationship struggles, problematic substance use, or other negative behaviors and find a solution. It is never too late and there is always hope.

I believe healing can happen within relationships. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment by providing empathy and understanding where healing and growth can occur. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-injury, there is hope. You are not alone, and you do not have to face this alone. My approach to therapy is collaborative, holistic, and compassionate. Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship, I help my clients learn new ways of relating, understanding past trauma, and coping with the difficulties and stressors of life.