Therapists in Bedford, TX
Dr. La'Boris Cole
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
I am passionate about serving those who are in need of hope, love, joy, peace, healing, and empowerment. My main goal is to assist one in reaching personal/professional goals, addressing trauma, and experiencing healing/wholeness in every area of one's life. My specialties are pre-marital, marital, family conflict, addiction, trauma, anger/stress management, and dual diagnosis. As therapist, it is my role to provide a safe, non judgmental atmosphere to ensure you feel valued, worthy, and safe in order to experience restoration and transformation.
I am passionate about serving those who are in need of hope, love, joy, peace, healing, and empowerment. My main goal is to assist one in reaching personal/professional goals, addressing trauma, and experiencing healing/wholeness in every area of one's life. My specialties are pre-marital, marital, family conflict, addiction, trauma, anger/stress management, and dual diagnosis. As therapist, it is my role to provide a safe, non judgmental atmosphere to ensure you feel valued, worthy, and safe in order to experience restoration and transformation.
Jordan Faver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Counseling doesn't have to be overwhelming and intimidating! Art Therapy will provide an opportunity for you to explore difficult emotions, gain insight and understanding in how these emotions are impacting your life, and develop strategies to manage them in healthier ways. We will explore the underlying issues that are causing feelings of distress- Stop putting a band-aid over it; let's get to the root of the symptom! Gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the events in your life that may have led to burnout, increased stress, or symptoms of anxiety or depression.
Counseling doesn't have to be overwhelming and intimidating! Art Therapy will provide an opportunity for you to explore difficult emotions, gain insight and understanding in how these emotions are impacting your life, and develop strategies to manage them in healthier ways. We will explore the underlying issues that are causing feelings of distress- Stop putting a band-aid over it; let's get to the root of the symptom! Gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the events in your life that may have led to burnout, increased stress, or symptoms of anxiety or depression.
Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
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My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
Joseph Ewegbeje
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Sometimes, life happens, and we experience heartaches, anxieties, broken promises, betrayals, conflicts, disillusionment or we feel alone and abandoned. At such times, we need someone we can trust with our deepest fears and concerns; someone to listen to us with respect, someone to lean on for clarity, guidance, and support in a way that strengthens us and improve our sense of purpose. It is scary enough reaching out to a counselor, but even more frightening is the challenge of finding the right counselor to trust with your concerns.
Sometimes, life happens, and we experience heartaches, anxieties, broken promises, betrayals, conflicts, disillusionment or we feel alone and abandoned. At such times, we need someone we can trust with our deepest fears and concerns; someone to listen to us with respect, someone to lean on for clarity, guidance, and support in a way that strengthens us and improve our sense of purpose. It is scary enough reaching out to a counselor, but even more frightening is the challenge of finding the right counselor to trust with your concerns.
Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Tammy D Koolbeck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
I offer growth-oriented self-empowering interventions for overcoming whatever obstacle might have you temporarily stuck on your life's pathway. Practical, innovative, action-oriented techniques will engage your mind, body, and spirit as we work towards goals that will help you live a happier, healthier life. Treatment plans involve both your vital input and my input putting together the most effective plan for helping you achieve the changes you're looking for using combination of cognitive behavioral and solution-orientated therapy and positive psychology.
I offer growth-oriented self-empowering interventions for overcoming whatever obstacle might have you temporarily stuck on your life's pathway. Practical, innovative, action-oriented techniques will engage your mind, body, and spirit as we work towards goals that will help you live a happier, healthier life. Treatment plans involve both your vital input and my input putting together the most effective plan for helping you achieve the changes you're looking for using combination of cognitive behavioral and solution-orientated therapy and positive psychology.
Shawn C Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76022 (Online Only)
I believe true healing involves hard-work, a dose of self-awareness and the diligence to see oneself as being capable of it. Let me help you get to that place using congruence, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. As a Client Centered Therapist, I seek to assist you with addressing the concerns, acknowledging the needs and identifying the goals specific to your overall idea of mental wellness. My experience ranges from ages 7-65+ in different levels of severity.
I believe true healing involves hard-work, a dose of self-awareness and the diligence to see oneself as being capable of it. Let me help you get to that place using congruence, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. As a Client Centered Therapist, I seek to assist you with addressing the concerns, acknowledging the needs and identifying the goals specific to your overall idea of mental wellness. My experience ranges from ages 7-65+ in different levels of severity.
Kallie Weeks
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Therapy is for you! So, I want to truly hear you, make you feel valued, and empathetically empower you to embrace and express your most authentic self as we collaboratively nurture a full and meaningful life—whatever this means for you. I not only believe you possess the capacity for positive transformation, but I also believe you are worthy of genuine loving-kindness, inner tranquility, and the opportunity to grow and go whichever direction fills your soul’s cup. As such, I cultivate a safe and validating space in which you can heal, change, unwind, vent, self-care, or whatever else you may need.
Therapy is for you! So, I want to truly hear you, make you feel valued, and empathetically empower you to embrace and express your most authentic self as we collaboratively nurture a full and meaningful life—whatever this means for you. I not only believe you possess the capacity for positive transformation, but I also believe you are worthy of genuine loving-kindness, inner tranquility, and the opportunity to grow and go whichever direction fills your soul’s cup. As such, I cultivate a safe and validating space in which you can heal, change, unwind, vent, self-care, or whatever else you may need.
Mayra Alejandra Nieto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
Margarita Yuri Medina
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD (c), LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
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Kelsey Barrett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248
I utilize EMDR, play therapy techniques, expressive arts, activity therapy, sand tray, and talk therapy.
If you have decided it’s time to face your trauma head on or trauma has found you and you need support I would love to begin that journey with you.
I utilize EMDR, play therapy techniques, expressive arts, activity therapy, sand tray, and talk therapy.
If you have decided it’s time to face your trauma head on or trauma has found you and you need support I would love to begin that journey with you.
Steffanie Strawbridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76011
I have seen how play/expressive arts are the best medium for children/adolescents to work through their issues, access their emotional depths in an age appropriate and comfortable way.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I am a clinical social worker who has more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I have worked with a wide range of both typical and non-typical issues related to children and adolescents, including substance abuse, gang involvement, domestic violence, trauma, school issues and family stressors.
I have seen how play/expressive arts are the best medium for children/adolescents to work through their issues, access their emotional depths in an age appropriate and comfortable way.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I am a clinical social worker who has more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I have worked with a wide range of both typical and non-typical issues related to children and adolescents, including substance abuse, gang involvement, domestic violence, trauma, school issues and family stressors.
Elizabeth Starnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, ATR, REAT
Verified Verified
Keller, TX 76244 (Online Only)
As a bonus, my experience as a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist will allow us to use visual journaling as a means to connect to your inner voice.
Are you confused by your own anger, sometimes over-reacting and regretting it? Does your partner tell you that you are "crazy"? Do you constantly question yourself? Never trust anyone? These can all be symptoms of trauma, which have a negative impact on how you see yourself, others and the world around you. Facing difficulty emotions and unbearable anxiety is scary and overwhelming, this is why you avoid it. The truth is that you have survived the worst of it, it is behind you. Maybe it is time to take the step forward towards healing.
As a bonus, my experience as a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist will allow us to use visual journaling as a means to connect to your inner voice.
Are you confused by your own anger, sometimes over-reacting and regretting it? Does your partner tell you that you are "crazy"? Do you constantly question yourself? Never trust anyone? These can all be symptoms of trauma, which have a negative impact on how you see yourself, others and the world around you. Facing difficulty emotions and unbearable anxiety is scary and overwhelming, this is why you avoid it. The truth is that you have survived the worst of it, it is behind you. Maybe it is time to take the step forward towards healing.
Janelle Alford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Verified Verified
Pantego, TX 76013
I incorporate expressive arts (art, music, sand tray, etc.
My practice is geared towards providing counseling services to young children (with a focus on age 2-4), as well as clients recovering from issues related to COMPLEX trauma. (See www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/complex-trauma). I am a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified Animal-Assisted Play Therapist (accompanied by a therapy dog and a therapy cat.) I am trained in SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Therapy), developed for children with complex trauma, and I am provisionally certified as a Drumbeat facilitator.
I incorporate expressive arts (art, music, sand tray, etc.
My practice is geared towards providing counseling services to young children (with a focus on age 2-4), as well as clients recovering from issues related to COMPLEX trauma. (See www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/complex-trauma). I am a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified Animal-Assisted Play Therapist (accompanied by a therapy dog and a therapy cat.) I am trained in SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Therapy), developed for children with complex trauma, and I am provisionally certified as a Drumbeat facilitator.
Sarah Ann F. Banis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Supervisor and Qualified Mental Health Professional. Starting therapy can be scary and hard, but my hope is to empower my clients to learn the skills to cope and navigate their own ship. While I have the ability to work competently with people of all ages, my specialties are pediatrics, adolescents, and young adults, Utilizing play and expressive arts is something I love to incorporate into my sessions. I enjoy aiding my clients through healing so they can continue to live a productive life. Come as you are, all are welcome here.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Supervisor and Qualified Mental Health Professional. Starting therapy can be scary and hard, but my hope is to empower my clients to learn the skills to cope and navigate their own ship. While I have the ability to work competently with people of all ages, my specialties are pediatrics, adolescents, and young adults, Utilizing play and expressive arts is something I love to incorporate into my sessions. I enjoy aiding my clients through healing so they can continue to live a productive life. Come as you are, all are welcome here.
Leah Niccolls
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76010 (Online Only)
I have additional training in EMDR, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive arts therapy.
I work with teens, individuals & families to help them find balance, movement, change & freedom in their lives. With several years of experience and extensive training, I can help people with a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, life issues, & more. I look forward to partnering with you in your counseling needs and goals.
I have additional training in EMDR, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive arts therapy.
I work with teens, individuals & families to help them find balance, movement, change & freedom in their lives. With several years of experience and extensive training, I can help people with a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, life issues, & more. I look forward to partnering with you in your counseling needs and goals.
Ashley Sulola Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Grapevine, TX 76092
At The Ash Tree, we believe in a comprehensive approach to mental well-being, incorporating holistic therapy and person-centered therapy alongside expressive arts therapy modalities.
Welcome to The Ash Tree, a sanctuary for mental well-being where we celebrate individuality and honor the spectrum of neurodiversity. Our approach is rooted in empathy, professionalism, and personalization, enabling us to understand and respect the unique journeys of those we serve. We warmly welcome everyone, including neurodiverse individuals, the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, those embracing nontraditional spiritual beliefs, and self-identified loners.
At The Ash Tree, we believe in a comprehensive approach to mental well-being, incorporating holistic therapy and person-centered therapy alongside expressive arts therapy modalities.
Welcome to The Ash Tree, a sanctuary for mental well-being where we celebrate individuality and honor the spectrum of neurodiversity. Our approach is rooted in empathy, professionalism, and personalization, enabling us to understand and respect the unique journeys of those we serve. We warmly welcome everyone, including neurodiverse individuals, the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, those embracing nontraditional spiritual beliefs, and self-identified loners.
Jessica Gonzales-Latchaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76013
Life can be chaotic and overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! I believe you already possess everything you need to handle life's ups and downs, you're just missing a safe space to discover those abilities. I would be honored to provide that safe space. I'm endlessly curious about my clients and passionate about helping them discover or rediscover hope and joy in their lives. Therapy is only as successful as the relationship between client and counselor, if I'm not the right fit, I'll find you someone that is!
Life can be chaotic and overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! I believe you already possess everything you need to handle life's ups and downs, you're just missing a safe space to discover those abilities. I would be honored to provide that safe space. I'm endlessly curious about my clients and passionate about helping them discover or rediscover hope and joy in their lives. Therapy is only as successful as the relationship between client and counselor, if I'm not the right fit, I'll find you someone that is!
Lea Purczinsky
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Lea is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate in the DFW area. She has her undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University and her Masters in Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. She is trained in EMDR and is a certified PrepareEnrich and RelateStrong premarital and marriage enrichment facilitator, and has training in postpartum mental health. If you find that you have past expereinces that you want to move past but feel stuck in, Lea would love to help you move forward and find freedom and relief from them, and to even experience the growth that's possible on the other side of traumatic expereinces.
Lea is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate in the DFW area. She has her undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University and her Masters in Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. She is trained in EMDR and is a certified PrepareEnrich and RelateStrong premarital and marriage enrichment facilitator, and has training in postpartum mental health. If you find that you have past expereinces that you want to move past but feel stuck in, Lea would love to help you move forward and find freedom and relief from them, and to even experience the growth that's possible on the other side of traumatic expereinces.
Counseling By Penny Haight, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Richland Hills, TX 76117
Our group practice is ready to serve you and your needs. We have 10 Professional Counselors that are diverse in their specialties, which helps if you and your family need individual counselors to address many different issues. Some of our counselors are experts in children and school issues, while others specialize in couples and relationships. Our therapists go above and beyond to create a safe and welcoming environment for you to heal. We are lucky to have 4 counselors on staff that are EMDR trained, which is a wonderful treatment for trauma and anxiety. Our office staff will help you find a counselor to fit your specific needs
Our group practice is ready to serve you and your needs. We have 10 Professional Counselors that are diverse in their specialties, which helps if you and your family need individual counselors to address many different issues. Some of our counselors are experts in children and school issues, while others specialize in couples and relationships. Our therapists go above and beyond to create a safe and welcoming environment for you to heal. We are lucky to have 4 counselors on staff that are EMDR trained, which is a wonderful treatment for trauma and anxiety. Our office staff will help you find a counselor to fit your specific needs
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.