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Jacqueline Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Jacqueline Nelson is a caring and passionate Ph.D, MA, LPC-S with over 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, ADHD, coping skills, divorce, family conflict, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, grief, infidelity, difficult life transitions, OCD, parenting, racial identity, and more. Jacqueline graduated from Liberty University with her Master’s degree in Professional Christian Counseling.
Jacqueline Nelson is a caring and passionate Ph.D, MA, LPC-S with over 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, ADHD, coping skills, divorce, family conflict, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, grief, infidelity, difficult life transitions, OCD, parenting, racial identity, and more. Jacqueline graduated from Liberty University with her Master’s degree in Professional Christian Counseling.
(281) 214-6342 View (281) 214-6342
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Brittany N. Allison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Clinical Director of The Resilience Center of Houston, Woodlands location.
We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things from our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here now with the power to shape your day and your future. I believe that everyone is capable of change. In working with people, I feel that it is important to honor an individual's past, listen to their personal experiences, and respect their beliefs to better understand how they make meaning of their world. I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental environment that fosters self-exploration and personal growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Clinical Director of The Resilience Center of Houston, Woodlands location.
We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things from our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here now with the power to shape your day and your future. I believe that everyone is capable of change. In working with people, I feel that it is important to honor an individual's past, listen to their personal experiences, and respect their beliefs to better understand how they make meaning of their world. I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental environment that fosters self-exploration and personal growth.
(346) 220-3259 View (346) 220-3259
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Rebecca A. Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I earned a BA from the University of Arkansas and a MA in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families reach their unique, personal goals. I believe a client grows best when there is a positive therapeutic relationship built in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. Those who want to build interpersonal insight, increase self-awareness, and are willing to implement new skills will benefit most from therapy. The ability to visualize their desired outcome is an important part of the therapeutic journey for clients and is key in the redevelopment of their personal identity.
I earned a BA from the University of Arkansas and a MA in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families reach their unique, personal goals. I believe a client grows best when there is a positive therapeutic relationship built in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. Those who want to build interpersonal insight, increase self-awareness, and are willing to implement new skills will benefit most from therapy. The ability to visualize their desired outcome is an important part of the therapeutic journey for clients and is key in the redevelopment of their personal identity.
(936) 226-0397 View (936) 226-0397
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Emily A. Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a BS in Psychology from Texas A&M University (Whoop!) and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from St.
We all struggle with the ups and downs of life. My passion is working with children (ages 3 and older) and families to promote healthy and happy individuals and relationships. I hope to help my clients enhance their own individual strengths, better their relationships with others, and enjoy the most out of everyday interactions and experiences. Solution Focused and Attachment-Based therapy are the primary approaches I utilize in treating clients. As human beings, I believe we are wired to connect with others and that individual change and healing influences relational change and healing.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a BS in Psychology from Texas A&M University (Whoop!) and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from St.
We all struggle with the ups and downs of life. My passion is working with children (ages 3 and older) and families to promote healthy and happy individuals and relationships. I hope to help my clients enhance their own individual strengths, better their relationships with others, and enjoy the most out of everyday interactions and experiences. Solution Focused and Attachment-Based therapy are the primary approaches I utilize in treating clients. As human beings, I believe we are wired to connect with others and that individual change and healing influences relational change and healing.
(936) 209-7024 View (936) 209-7024
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Tameka G. Survillion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I have an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and have specialized training in domestic violence, sexual abuse, mood disorders, and those with limited resources and cultural challenges.
Our journey through life presents us all with different challenges. There are times of great joy and victory and times of defeat, disruption, and loss. We are shaped by our experiences, family of origin, culture, temperament, available resources, and the people in our lives. Ultimately, our chief mission in this world is to create a high quality of life despite the hardships we face. I specialize in the healing of trauma, serious mental health symptoms, and unwanted residue from life transitions. I explore my client’s perspectives, challenge ideas that hinder progress, and help develop better responses to life struggles.
I have an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and have specialized training in domestic violence, sexual abuse, mood disorders, and those with limited resources and cultural challenges.
Our journey through life presents us all with different challenges. There are times of great joy and victory and times of defeat, disruption, and loss. We are shaped by our experiences, family of origin, culture, temperament, available resources, and the people in our lives. Ultimately, our chief mission in this world is to create a high quality of life despite the hardships we face. I specialize in the healing of trauma, serious mental health symptoms, and unwanted residue from life transitions. I explore my client’s perspectives, challenge ideas that hinder progress, and help develop better responses to life struggles.
(346) 567-6902 View (346) 567-6902
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Irena Milentijevic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I’m a psychologist who provides therapy to distressed women and couples. My individual counseling can help if you’re struggling with depression (including postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety), a recent loss such as a miscarriage, infertility, and other pregnancy-related concerns. I also help women who are unhappy with their relationships and are having difficulties balancing their profession, and their family life.
I’m a psychologist who provides therapy to distressed women and couples. My individual counseling can help if you’re struggling with depression (including postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety), a recent loss such as a miscarriage, infertility, and other pregnancy-related concerns. I also help women who are unhappy with their relationships and are having difficulties balancing their profession, and their family life.
(281) 942-4164 View (281) 942-4164
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Mary Ann Hunt Sartori
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Founder of Family & Youth Institute, I am a licensed professional counselor and counselor intern supervisor. I also hold a doctorate in educational leadership and am a certified school counselor. Dedicated to helping people live the best life possible, I believe individuals/families can resolve their own problems, make healthy choices, and build a good life with the appropriate tools and skills. My mission is to provide those tools and skills through an eclectic counseling approach, utilizing psycho-education, individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, and systems theory. offer educational consulting to help navigate 504 and Special Education placement.
Founder of Family & Youth Institute, I am a licensed professional counselor and counselor intern supervisor. I also hold a doctorate in educational leadership and am a certified school counselor. Dedicated to helping people live the best life possible, I believe individuals/families can resolve their own problems, make healthy choices, and build a good life with the appropriate tools and skills. My mission is to provide those tools and skills through an eclectic counseling approach, utilizing psycho-education, individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, and systems theory. offer educational consulting to help navigate 504 and Special Education placement.
(281) 809-6623 View (281) 809-6623
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David Parmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
My orientation as a therapist is Cognitive-Behavioral. I assist clients with understanding how their thoughts transfer into behaviors. I work with clients who need assistance with anxiety, attention deficit, depression, grief and loss, marriage, OCD, and step-family issues. Clients must be 17 years of age and older. As a professional therapist, I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) since 1995. I have been a Trauma and Loss Therapist since 2000. I was the Coordinator of Crisis Counseling and Prevention for Conroe Independent School District from 1992-2006. I have been a licensed Minister since 1990.
My orientation as a therapist is Cognitive-Behavioral. I assist clients with understanding how their thoughts transfer into behaviors. I work with clients who need assistance with anxiety, attention deficit, depression, grief and loss, marriage, OCD, and step-family issues. Clients must be 17 years of age and older. As a professional therapist, I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) since 1995. I have been a Trauma and Loss Therapist since 2000. I was the Coordinator of Crisis Counseling and Prevention for Conroe Independent School District from 1992-2006. I have been a licensed Minister since 1990.
(936) 585-4767 View (936) 585-4767
Photo of Achievebalance.org Dr. Kate Walker, Marriage & Family Therapist in 77381, TX
Achievebalance.org Dr. Kate Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381  (Online Only)
I specialize in couple and marriage issues like communication, infidelity, shift work schedules common with the oil industry, and addiction. Additionally I treat adult individual issues like depression, anxiety, and bipolar; as well as family issues like life transitions, launching older teens and adult children, addiction, and ex-pat transitions. I am solution-focused and goal oriented so I can help you get in quickly, get tools, and get back to life. Click achievebalance.org and schedule a free 10 minute phone consultation.
I specialize in couple and marriage issues like communication, infidelity, shift work schedules common with the oil industry, and addiction. Additionally I treat adult individual issues like depression, anxiety, and bipolar; as well as family issues like life transitions, launching older teens and adult children, addiction, and ex-pat transitions. I am solution-focused and goal oriented so I can help you get in quickly, get tools, and get back to life. Click achievebalance.org and schedule a free 10 minute phone consultation.
(936) 483-9073 View (936) 483-9073
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Summit Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I started Summit Counseling in 2015 with the goal to help more individuals, families and couples face life's struggles. With experience in both Child Protective Services and Education, I blend a unique approach to people seeking services. Over the last several years, I have helped many families in crisis, adolescents struggling with their own development and couples facing the challenges of raising children and maintaining a loving family.
I started Summit Counseling in 2015 with the goal to help more individuals, families and couples face life's struggles. With experience in both Child Protective Services and Education, I blend a unique approach to people seeking services. Over the last several years, I have helped many families in crisis, adolescents struggling with their own development and couples facing the challenges of raising children and maintaining a loving family.
(440) 647-8341 View (440) 647-8341
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Mary Thory
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
in Human Development and Family Studies and an M.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing grief over a major loss? Are you dealing with past trauma? I would love to work with you. I have had many personal and professional experiences that can help me help you. I believe that the only things we truly have control over in our life are our own thoughts and behaviors. It is because of this belief that I use cognitive-behavioral therapy. I teach thought stopping, cognitive restructuring, relaxation, mindfulness, grounding, calming techniques and am also a fully trained EMDR Therapist. Call me to see if we would make a good therapeutic team.
in Human Development and Family Studies and an M.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing grief over a major loss? Are you dealing with past trauma? I would love to work with you. I have had many personal and professional experiences that can help me help you. I believe that the only things we truly have control over in our life are our own thoughts and behaviors. It is because of this belief that I use cognitive-behavioral therapy. I teach thought stopping, cognitive restructuring, relaxation, mindfulness, grounding, calming techniques and am also a fully trained EMDR Therapist. Call me to see if we would make a good therapeutic team.
(281) 712-6677 View (281) 712-6677
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Susan Ilona Bajza
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77381
While my therapeutic style calls upon several well established and effective counseling approaches, my main focus is on interpersonal relationships. My passion is to guide my clients on a journey to discover inner strengths and to develop positive patterns of interaction. I am a professional counselor and a marriage and family therapist that loves working with families. All aspects of family life and members of the family (individuals, couples, single parents, entire families, and blended families) are of interest to me. I know that what affects one person in the family affects all members of the family.
While my therapeutic style calls upon several well established and effective counseling approaches, my main focus is on interpersonal relationships. My passion is to guide my clients on a journey to discover inner strengths and to develop positive patterns of interaction. I am a professional counselor and a marriage and family therapist that loves working with families. All aspects of family life and members of the family (individuals, couples, single parents, entire families, and blended families) are of interest to me. I know that what affects one person in the family affects all members of the family.
(979) 308-1588 View (979) 308-1588
Denise Allison Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I am committed to providing my clients with insight into their behavior and emotional patterns, and if necessary, develop new, healthy coping skills and boundaries through faith based individual and/or family counseling.
I am committed to providing my clients with insight into their behavior and emotional patterns, and if necessary, develop new, healthy coping skills and boundaries through faith based individual and/or family counseling.
(713) 234-6141 View (713) 234-6141
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Brooke Duffy-Roberts Ph.d
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77381
Healing occurs in the conversation; in the relationship between you and your therapist; we will seek to find solutions for you in all of the relationships you experience. I offer solution focused and cognitive behavioral strategies to help find solutions for everyday problems and old hurts. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to lower anxiety, tension, and depression while building strategies so that clients can enjoy their lives more easily and thoroughly.I have a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been a therapist for over 20 years.
Healing occurs in the conversation; in the relationship between you and your therapist; we will seek to find solutions for you in all of the relationships you experience. I offer solution focused and cognitive behavioral strategies to help find solutions for everyday problems and old hurts. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to lower anxiety, tension, and depression while building strategies so that clients can enjoy their lives more easily and thoroughly.I have a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been a therapist for over 20 years.
(832) 532-6755 View (832) 532-6755
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Journeys of Change Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Journeys of Change Counseling PLLC offers Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling Services specializing in addiction, relationship and mental health issues. We offer services to children, adolescents, adults (including the geriatric population), couples and families.
Journeys of Change Counseling PLLC offers Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling Services specializing in addiction, relationship and mental health issues. We offer services to children, adolescents, adults (including the geriatric population), couples and families.
(832) 924-7496 View (832) 924-7496
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Mei Sims
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381  (Online Only)
Our family of origin influences our life and family structure.
Mei Sims is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has practiced Clinical Counseling/Psychotherapy in Seattle, Houston area and overseas for more than 15 years. She is also a certified clinical supervisor for her collaborative group. Her professional and life& work experiences enrich in relating to her clients' issues on work, family, and personal development. Mei also provides life &career coaching for professionals with diverse background, contracted by tech cooperation, such as Microsoft and Amazon. Mei strives to provide a safe place for hurting individuals to heal and to equip them to make life changes.
Our family of origin influences our life and family structure.
Mei Sims is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has practiced Clinical Counseling/Psychotherapy in Seattle, Houston area and overseas for more than 15 years. She is also a certified clinical supervisor for her collaborative group. Her professional and life& work experiences enrich in relating to her clients' issues on work, family, and personal development. Mei also provides life &career coaching for professionals with diverse background, contracted by tech cooperation, such as Microsoft and Amazon. Mei strives to provide a safe place for hurting individuals to heal and to equip them to make life changes.
(425) 224-6828 View (425) 224-6828
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Jenny Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, AAC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
You want to see your family member progress, and I can help.
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
You want to see your family member progress, and I can help.
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
(281) 801-9219 View (281) 801-9219
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Mary Anna
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
If your goals are set in exploration of family-of-origin dynamics and how that plays out in your life and relationships, I can also work confidently with you!.
I'm so glad you're curious to learn more about working with me! I am most often described as a warm, intuitive and empathetic listener with a very open heart to all kinds of people from any walk of life. My evidence-based, interdisciplinary approach creates a style that is explorative, analytical, and solution-focused.
If your goals are set in exploration of family-of-origin dynamics and how that plays out in your life and relationships, I can also work confidently with you!.
I'm so glad you're curious to learn more about working with me! I am most often described as a warm, intuitive and empathetic listener with a very open heart to all kinds of people from any walk of life. My evidence-based, interdisciplinary approach creates a style that is explorative, analytical, and solution-focused.
(832) 981-5332 View (832) 981-5332
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Tracy Wilshusen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.
Hi! Thank you for being here and taking the first step in your healing journey. Healing isn't always linear, but I am here to cheer you on along the way. Whether it's feeling stuck, struggling with a life transition, wanting to strengthen your family system, learning how to set boundaries, or increase your self-esteem, I will be there to listen and support you.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.
Hi! Thank you for being here and taking the first step in your healing journey. Healing isn't always linear, but I am here to cheer you on along the way. Whether it's feeling stuck, struggling with a life transition, wanting to strengthen your family system, learning how to set boundaries, or increase your self-esteem, I will be there to listen and support you.
(346) 637-3958 View (346) 637-3958
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Cynthia Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
My goal is to help individuals, couples, and families overcome life’s obstacles. I believe individuals possess the resiliency to discover their strengths with guidance in therapy. Through therapy one can elicit strengths to bring about hope, balance, and change in life. I utilize a more collaborative approach to therapy including Collaborative, Narrative, Solution - Focused, and Strategic Family Therapy. However, there is not one theory that fits all challenges. The client is the expert on their life; therefore, as the therapist, collaboration is key to unlocking their potential.
My goal is to help individuals, couples, and families overcome life’s obstacles. I believe individuals possess the resiliency to discover their strengths with guidance in therapy. Through therapy one can elicit strengths to bring about hope, balance, and change in life. I utilize a more collaborative approach to therapy including Collaborative, Narrative, Solution - Focused, and Strategic Family Therapy. However, there is not one theory that fits all challenges. The client is the expert on their life; therefore, as the therapist, collaboration is key to unlocking their potential.
(346) 220-3319 View (346) 220-3319

Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.