Family Therapy in Fort Bend County, TX

I was born and raised in Hawaii, and got my doctorate in Chicago. After my doctorate I moved to the great state of Texas 14 years ago. I have worked with people in many different settings including psychiatric hospitals, outpatient and inpatient clinics, residential treatment centers for children, and rehabilitation and long-term care centers. As a licensed psychologist I specialize in individual, couples, and family psychotherapy. I've done Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with children, adults, and older adults. I also incorporate behavioral interventions such as imagery, progressive muscle and relaxation training.

I have always considered the counseling profession as a privilege which often humbles me. To enter the world of my clients and the sacred spaces of their stories, is something that I do with profound respect and admiration. The process of therapy is hard work and reserved only for those brave enough to walk that path. I wish to offer a place of safety where people can open their hearts and souls and begin a journey of change and growth.

Matt's experience includes working with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues including: marriage and family struggles, drug and alcohol addiction, sexual addiction, men's issues, depression, divorce mediation and other life struggles. Additionally, Matt is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART) experienced in helping individuals work through anger.

Susannah Rolf is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience. She is experienced in working with pediatric populations and parents experiencing parenting challenges or difficulties. She is passionate about helping individuals and family systems create more authentic communication and connection by addressing mental health barriers, trauma, and ongoing conflict. Susannah completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Kansas and subsequently, her Certificate in Play Therapy at the Kansas City Play Therapy Institute (now Heartland Play Therapy).

It can be scary & frustrating when you don’t feel like yourself & don’t know why you feel this. You’ve tried everything to help with your mood changes, overwhelming feelings of nervousness, guilt and not feeling good enough, but nothing seems to work. It can be scary reaching out to a therapist because you want to find someone who really connects with you. I began my training in 2011 and completed it at The Menninger Clinic. I believe in creating an alliance with my clients. My warm & compassionate demeanor allows me to empathize with my clients, put them at ease & help them open up.

I work with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression as well as substance-abuse and trauma. I also enjoy working with couples and figuring out blocks to greater intimacy. Additionally, I have both personal and professional experience working with families who have a child or family member with special needs. My personal journey with counseling began when I was 25 years old. As a young adult, I sought out counseling and completed the Adult Children of Alcoholics 12 step program. Years later, my husband and I would seek out counseling for our marriage and at times for our children.

** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR EVALUATIONS ONLY ** Dr. Lindsay Asawa specializes in working with children and families to evaluate and address many of the common problems that arise in the home and school settings. Dr. Asawa is a co-founder of Missouri City Family Counseling, a private practice located in Missouri City. She provides consultation for families, educational workshops, and diagnostic evaluations for all ages.

I believe that all clients have the inherent ability to overcome whatever challenges they face with the help of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues. I have experience in working with depression, anxiety, trauma, physical abuse, sexual abuse, family relationship issues, and parenting concerns. I use a variety of modalities to create a treatment plan that fits each client and their specific needs and goals. I am passionate about empowering clients to make positive changes in their lives.

Growing up in a large, blended family, I learned firsthand how to deal with relationships of all kinds. I counseled veterans and civilians suffering from PTSD and childhood trauma. This led me to EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) which can yield remarkable results in processing and healing trauma responses. In addition to EMDR I also use Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT and DBT. There is a solution to end the cycle of suffering. We can be free of emotional pain caused by trauma and childhood experiences to live our best lives now.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing individual, couples and family counseling. I provide a therapeutic environment that promotes safety, empathy, and support. I believe in a strength based approach in order to attain desired goals. Treatment focuses on processing and working out any individual or family issues that are impeding one from attaining goals. I have been working with individuals and families for 18 years. My treatment specializations include anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational problems, family dynamics, divorce, blended families, military families, and parenting.

I have worked in private practice, university clinics, and hospital settings across the country including Lucille Packard Children's Stanford and Texas Children's Hospital. I have over 20 years experience working with kids, teens, and adults with a wide range of mental health and behavioral conditions. Including kids with ADHD, Autism, Learning DIsabilities, and Grief. I specialize in working with women with Post Partum Depression, Adoption, and Infertility, couples, and family counseling. I completed training with Bo's Place. I was awarded graduate fellowship in Distress Screening from Yale University .

Do you find yourself caught in the whirlwind of life, not sure of how you got here? Sometimes the work we do or the situations we face leaves us feeling like we must project an image of a perfect character or a life free from struggle. Often, when we try to address the problem we fail, or our remedy is only temporary. Here at Wise Counsel Solutions, we deal with the root or the heart of the matter. We’ll walk alongside you and help you obtain the freedom you desire. Freedom from disappointments, expectations, and even shame.

Shaniqua J. Hardaway-Boatner, LMSW, everyone has a purpose and calling to be their best version. Sometimes life hits you hard, but better days are ahead. Trust and believe, and victory is yours. I began my career working with children and families in the Department of Family and Protective Services. After completing 2 ½ years, I decided to pursue a career working with adults and children with psychiatric needs leading personal empowerment and psychoeducation sessions. My expertise includes family relationship issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, and personal growth.

I consider my therapeutic approach eclectic, incorporating many empirically supported schools of thought into my therapeutic relationships. I believe in offering flexibility and balance to an individual’s needs and allow my clients to guide my intuition in how to best support their personal healing journey. I offer include individual therapy for adolescents and adults, marriage/couple’s therapy, family therapy, parent coaching and advocacy support, educational in-service hours (CPEs), and other public speaking engagements.

Hope is possible! CBT Works! My clients are seeking help with social anxiety, panic and other forms of anxiety, depression, or OCD. They come with urgent needs because of relationships, social or friendship problems, difficulty completing schoolwork, trouble sleeping, problems with family members, worries about the future, difficulty dating or worries about work. I also specialize in school refusal, and social skills. Some of my clients have high functioning autism. Behavior difficulties, such as fear of flying, driving, needles or similar concerns are common issues in my office. Call me and let's find out if we are a good fit.

Is constant worry or lack of sleep making you feel helpless? Feeling overwhelmed or exhausted and finding it difficult to focus? Are you dealing with a difficult person, or stressed out by family life? My clients come to me for many different reasons, but the most common ones are: overcoming symptoms of stress and anxiety, improving marital and family relationships, communication skills, parenting challenges, implementing boundaries with extended family, managing blended marriages and families, and building self-confidence.

I have experience working with a wide variety of life problems and mental health disorders, but my primary interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), academic issues, panic/phobias, anger management, addiction, couples, marriage, and family relationship issues.

If you are here because you are struggling with your marriage or a close relationship and you don’t know how to make things better, I want to help. I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals who are seeking to have a better relationship but don't have the tools and guidance in how to get there. My goal is to walk with you in the journey towards healing and restoration, and to help you rebuild trust, friendship, healthy communication, & mutual love and respect. Here at Roots of Hope Counseling our desire is to restore marital & family relationships and help individuals feel peaceful, confident, & fulfilled.

Dr. Johnson's hope is to provide compassionate and collaborative psychological services for children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Johnson provides expert evaluation, therapy, and consultation to children, adolescents and their parents in order to help sort through concerns and find answers. Presenting concerns for an evaluation may include developmental delays, learning problems, attention difficulties, emotional and/or behavioral concerns, or social skills problems. In individual and family therapy, Dr. Johnson focuses on supporting the emotional, behavioral, and social well-being of children and adolescents. Therapy is also offered to target children's behavioral adherence and strengthen parent-child relationships.