Photo of Diana Schaefer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 77005, TX
Diana Schaefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
I have advanced training in EFT (Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy) and this helps couple's to recognize their cycle or "dance" and how to change the "steps" to get out of it.
I work with couples who are ready to tired of floundering and ready to invest in changing their marriage. I also focus on trauma and helping create lasting change with EMDR. I have over 30 years of experience and training in couples, EMDR, and individual work. I provide a respectful, non-judgmental and caring environment for clients to explore and heal old wounds, reduce their anxiety and depression, enhance communication in their relationships and assist them in reaching their personal goals to have a happier more fulfilled life. If this sounds like you, contact me today to get started.
I have advanced training in EFT (Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy) and this helps couple's to recognize their cycle or "dance" and how to change the "steps" to get out of it.
I work with couples who are ready to tired of floundering and ready to invest in changing their marriage. I also focus on trauma and helping create lasting change with EMDR. I have over 30 years of experience and training in couples, EMDR, and individual work. I provide a respectful, non-judgmental and caring environment for clients to explore and heal old wounds, reduce their anxiety and depression, enhance communication in their relationships and assist them in reaching their personal goals to have a happier more fulfilled life. If this sounds like you, contact me today to get started.
(512) 661-7757 View (512) 661-7757
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Nancy K. Kerne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Are you standing in the face of uncertainty in your life or career and confused as to how to move forward? Does performance paralysis settle in when considering a risk? Having lived through Hurricane Katrina, resulting in an abrupt relocation to St. Louis in 2008 (after forty years in Louisiana), I can relate to life being out of balance, starting over, and the need for grounding. After fourteen years in St. Louis, I've recently chosen to relocate to Houston to be near family and have expanded my virtual practice to several states. Life is about transition, investing in a balanced life, so that we can draw from each area as needed.
Are you standing in the face of uncertainty in your life or career and confused as to how to move forward? Does performance paralysis settle in when considering a risk? Having lived through Hurricane Katrina, resulting in an abrupt relocation to St. Louis in 2008 (after forty years in Louisiana), I can relate to life being out of balance, starting over, and the need for grounding. After fourteen years in St. Louis, I've recently chosen to relocate to Houston to be near family and have expanded my virtual practice to several states. Life is about transition, investing in a balanced life, so that we can draw from each area as needed.
(281) 609-3380 View (281) 609-3380
The Center for PEACE, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, LSOTP, LCDCI, LBSWIPR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
(281) 816-4219 View (281) 816-4219
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Spoon Therapy Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you ever gone to a different country and not understood their native language? How difficult was it for you to get what you needed? Imagine you are a child, wanting to tell you what they are going through but cannot tell you in words. Play therapy is a language a child utilizes to express what cannot be vocalized. I am Whitney, trained to interpret this language to help you get the ease you need as a parent. You are a good parent, you are here; looking to do all you can for her child. Give me a call!
Have you ever gone to a different country and not understood their native language? How difficult was it for you to get what you needed? Imagine you are a child, wanting to tell you what they are going through but cannot tell you in words. Play therapy is a language a child utilizes to express what cannot be vocalized. I am Whitney, trained to interpret this language to help you get the ease you need as a parent. You are a good parent, you are here; looking to do all you can for her child. Give me a call!
(346) 536-8140 View (346) 536-8140
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Whitney Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
My expertise lies in aiding individuals, children, and families in discovering their inner strengths to overcome life's challenges. Whether it's navigating a difficult relationship, past trauma, managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or coping with a major life transition, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for growth and healing.
My expertise lies in aiding individuals, children, and families in discovering their inner strengths to overcome life's challenges. Whether it's navigating a difficult relationship, past trauma, managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or coping with a major life transition, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for growth and healing.
(346) 553-1461 View (346) 553-1461
Photo of Rachel M Abrman, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Rachel M Abrman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
You have come this far. Sometimes we find ourselves feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and sad with the way we've been living life. I provide support for my clients who want transformation in their anxieties, relationships, traumas and personal life. We explore who we are and how relationships, conflicts or insecurities effect our well being. I utilize EMDR, DBT, and CBT modalities with my clients to work through challenges. I invite you to embrace courage and bravery to find solutions to your concerns. "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves” - Victor Frankl.
You have come this far. Sometimes we find ourselves feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and sad with the way we've been living life. I provide support for my clients who want transformation in their anxieties, relationships, traumas and personal life. We explore who we are and how relationships, conflicts or insecurities effect our well being. I utilize EMDR, DBT, and CBT modalities with my clients to work through challenges. I invite you to embrace courage and bravery to find solutions to your concerns. "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves” - Victor Frankl.
(281) 843-3486 View (281) 843-3486
Photo of Janelle Marshall, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Janelle Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist, I treat clients who seek solutions regarding anger management, stress management, and relationship issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist, I treat clients who seek solutions regarding anger management, stress management, and relationship issues.
(832) 463-4604 View (832) 463-4604
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Osiris Wade
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, DMT, MS, MFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
It has never been more imperative that we take care of our mental health and wellness. There is so much to decompress from daily, that sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed. Sometimes you want to find a therapist that will support you, and other times you may be looking for direction and challenge. During this time of the Pandemic and ongoing political and social unrest, consider caring for yourself, first. As you grow this work into consistent practice, you will find more gratitude and mindfulness even during difficult times. I look forward to serving you.
It has never been more imperative that we take care of our mental health and wellness. There is so much to decompress from daily, that sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed. Sometimes you want to find a therapist that will support you, and other times you may be looking for direction and challenge. During this time of the Pandemic and ongoing political and social unrest, consider caring for yourself, first. As you grow this work into consistent practice, you will find more gratitude and mindfulness even during difficult times. I look forward to serving you.
(214) 915-2460 View (214) 915-2460
Photo of Jeanie Low, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 77005, TX
Jeanie Low
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
You are here because you have an interest in making an investment in your mental health. This is the first step to help you achieve balance, confidence and the right tools to prepare for what life tosses at you. Jeanie Low, LCSW is a service-oriented counselor who provides therapeutic assistance for individuals, families, and couples in a compassionate and knowledgeable environment. She also facilities groups for women, adolescents, children and families. The participants gain insight, beneficial tools and skills that nurture physical, psychological and spiritual growth.
You are here because you have an interest in making an investment in your mental health. This is the first step to help you achieve balance, confidence and the right tools to prepare for what life tosses at you. Jeanie Low, LCSW is a service-oriented counselor who provides therapeutic assistance for individuals, families, and couples in a compassionate and knowledgeable environment. She also facilities groups for women, adolescents, children and families. The participants gain insight, beneficial tools and skills that nurture physical, psychological and spiritual growth.
(281) 609-7327 View (281) 609-7327
Photo of Ayesha Lakhani, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Ayesha Lakhani
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, CART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Drawing on a desire to help people overcome obstacles in their personal relationships, my professional work involves counseling individuals and families in order to achieve conflict resolution and better communication. As a neutral third party, I am better able to identify the challenges my patients face and facilitate positive change. Working with families, it is essential to foster a high level of trust between the therapist and family members. Mutual respect and open communication are essential to the therapeutic process. Engaging patients at their level, I help people find the change that they desire and the strength within themselves to achieve that change.
Drawing on a desire to help people overcome obstacles in their personal relationships, my professional work involves counseling individuals and families in order to achieve conflict resolution and better communication. As a neutral third party, I am better able to identify the challenges my patients face and facilitate positive change. Working with families, it is essential to foster a high level of trust between the therapist and family members. Mutual respect and open communication are essential to the therapeutic process. Engaging patients at their level, I help people find the change that they desire and the strength within themselves to achieve that change.
(281) 724-4296 View (281) 724-4296
Photo of Brian T Goonan, Psychologist in 77005, TX
Brian T Goonan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
"Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." My goal in therapy is to be a guide for each individual as they become a person they honestly admire and respect. Clients need to be ready to explore with honesty and courage the patterns of behavior and relationships that leave them unhappy and repeating mistakes. Exploring the past, we look for beliefs and historical factors that create vulnerability for engaging in negative behaviors, and discover untapped strengths and potentials. Assessing the present, we find the obstacles, challenges, and opportunities that fill your days, so that you can develop patterns of greater enjoyment and personal satisfaction. Dreaming of the future, we develop and move toward realistic goals so that you are not looking back over a life of "I wish I would have". While maintaining a positive tone and outlook, I believe therapy is less about helping you feel good and more about helping you be good so you feel good. Sessions focus on understanding and altering less helpful, protective patterns of interaction and behavior and actively developing patterns that create excitement and greater intrinsic personal satisfaction.
"Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." My goal in therapy is to be a guide for each individual as they become a person they honestly admire and respect. Clients need to be ready to explore with honesty and courage the patterns of behavior and relationships that leave them unhappy and repeating mistakes. Exploring the past, we look for beliefs and historical factors that create vulnerability for engaging in negative behaviors, and discover untapped strengths and potentials. Assessing the present, we find the obstacles, challenges, and opportunities that fill your days, so that you can develop patterns of greater enjoyment and personal satisfaction. Dreaming of the future, we develop and move toward realistic goals so that you are not looking back over a life of "I wish I would have". While maintaining a positive tone and outlook, I believe therapy is less about helping you feel good and more about helping you be good so you feel good. Sessions focus on understanding and altering less helpful, protective patterns of interaction and behavior and actively developing patterns that create excitement and greater intrinsic personal satisfaction.
(713) 701-9053 View (713) 701-9053
Photo of Santhi Periasamy, Psychologist in 77005, TX
Santhi Periasamy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. Therapy can help us identify our strengths and personal successes, and help to explore our areas of growth. I work to provide a trusting, warm, open, and supportive relationship for my clients. Understanding our past and our current life patterns fosters internal growth, so we can understand ourselves on a deeper level, create emotional well-being, and move towards contentment with ourselves and our lives. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and is based on trust, and respect.
Therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. Therapy can help us identify our strengths and personal successes, and help to explore our areas of growth. I work to provide a trusting, warm, open, and supportive relationship for my clients. Understanding our past and our current life patterns fosters internal growth, so we can understand ourselves on a deeper level, create emotional well-being, and move towards contentment with ourselves and our lives. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and is based on trust, and respect.
(713) 942-7793 View (713) 942-7793
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Lind Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a partnership that grows in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance. It allows one to rediscover the parts of selves which may have been disowned; to learn new skills to handle grief and distress; to build healthier, more nurturing relationships; and to gain access to one's own direct experience of the world. I nurture this collaboration with clients and recognize that within each of us there exists a deeper wisdom that, given adequate support, naturally moves toward healing and integration.
Therapy is a partnership that grows in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance. It allows one to rediscover the parts of selves which may have been disowned; to learn new skills to handle grief and distress; to build healthier, more nurturing relationships; and to gain access to one's own direct experience of the world. I nurture this collaboration with clients and recognize that within each of us there exists a deeper wisdom that, given adequate support, naturally moves toward healing and integration.
(713) 338-9247 View (713) 338-9247
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Hayley Stulmaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, CCPT-ST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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
Photo of Lewis Grace & Peace Counseling Services PLLC , Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Lewis Grace & Peace Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
You are a beautiful, bold, and courageous individual sometimes major traumatizing experiences, everyday struggles and stress become a roadblock in your ability to move forward on the journey to living out your best life. Here at Lewis Grace and Peace Counseling Services PLLC, we understand how important it is sometimes for counseling clients to utilize their expertise over their lives to overcome trauma, pain, grow, and develop their needs, wants, inner struggles, and family conflicts to win.
You are a beautiful, bold, and courageous individual sometimes major traumatizing experiences, everyday struggles and stress become a roadblock in your ability to move forward on the journey to living out your best life. Here at Lewis Grace and Peace Counseling Services PLLC, we understand how important it is sometimes for counseling clients to utilize their expertise over their lives to overcome trauma, pain, grow, and develop their needs, wants, inner struggles, and family conflicts to win.
(409) 402-8096 View (409) 402-8096
Photo of Margaret Giles, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Margaret Giles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
(936) 939-6230 View (936) 939-6230
Photo of Krisztina Petho-Robertson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Krisztina Petho-Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CIMHP, ICCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
(832) 981-4682 View (832) 981-4682
Photo of Philip Buchanan Young, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Philip Buchanan Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Philip works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. When working with adolescents who are struggling with independence and autonomy, Philip helps them explore and identify their true potential. This work often surrounds addictions and special occasion adoption issues. His work with adult clients facing life’s challenges focuses on relationship with self and others, as well as providing a safe space for accurate reflection.
Philip works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. When working with adolescents who are struggling with independence and autonomy, Philip helps them explore and identify their true potential. This work often surrounds addictions and special occasion adoption issues. His work with adult clients facing life’s challenges focuses on relationship with self and others, as well as providing a safe space for accurate reflection.
(281) 231-9895 View (281) 231-9895
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Victoria Turrentine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Currently Accepting new clients. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are all involved in being in a healthy place mentally. I strive for my therapy sessions with you to be a safe place where you can talk freely and feel comfortable. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy but also draw from mindfulness, meditation, strengths perspective, DBT, and more. Our goal is to figure out any trauma (when you are ready), discover coping skills that work for you, and change your whole perspective on yourself and life - in a good way. I accept insurance from major insurance companies, and also private pay.
Currently Accepting new clients. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are all involved in being in a healthy place mentally. I strive for my therapy sessions with you to be a safe place where you can talk freely and feel comfortable. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy but also draw from mindfulness, meditation, strengths perspective, DBT, and more. Our goal is to figure out any trauma (when you are ready), discover coping skills that work for you, and change your whole perspective on yourself and life - in a good way. I accept insurance from major insurance companies, and also private pay.
(214) 609-1743 View (214) 609-1743
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Sarah Crum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with making sense of the things life has thrown at you? Do you feel isolated, anxious or confused over things that have happened recently or years ago? Do you have a history of complex trauma? I believe each client is unique with purpose and gifts and in therapy, we work to make sense of your past, improve your present and move you toward a future that feels hopeful for you. My specialization is treating trauma, PTDS, anxiety disorders, complex grief and parents of children with special needs. I have extensive experience in treating addictions, mood disorders, life transitions, spirituality, and women's issues.
Are you struggling with making sense of the things life has thrown at you? Do you feel isolated, anxious or confused over things that have happened recently or years ago? Do you have a history of complex trauma? I believe each client is unique with purpose and gifts and in therapy, we work to make sense of your past, improve your present and move you toward a future that feels hopeful for you. My specialization is treating trauma, PTDS, anxiety disorders, complex grief and parents of children with special needs. I have extensive experience in treating addictions, mood disorders, life transitions, spirituality, and women's issues.
(512) 991-0473 View (512) 991-0473
Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.