Therapists in North Dallas, Dallas, TX
Creating Harmony, Inc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75240
Specialty areas include ADD/ADHD, abandonment, adoption, body dysmorphic disorder, communication, depression, relationships, family of origin issues, and normal conflict resolutions.
IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP SUFFERING? I specialize in couples/marital counseling and will help expedite resolution whether you are married, single, straight, gay, or lesbian. I also befriend people struggling in a mixed-orientation marriage, where one partner is gay and the other is straight. My ongoing mission is to create a therapeutic environment that is comfortable and non-threatening, a safe sanctuary for expressing inner feelings and disclosing personal problems for both individuals and couples. I understand that each situation is unique and therefore, treatment is tailored accordingly.
Specialty areas include ADD/ADHD, abandonment, adoption, body dysmorphic disorder, communication, depression, relationships, family of origin issues, and normal conflict resolutions.
IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP SUFFERING? I specialize in couples/marital counseling and will help expedite resolution whether you are married, single, straight, gay, or lesbian. I also befriend people struggling in a mixed-orientation marriage, where one partner is gay and the other is straight. My ongoing mission is to create a therapeutic environment that is comfortable and non-threatening, a safe sanctuary for expressing inner feelings and disclosing personal problems for both individuals and couples. I understand that each situation is unique and therefore, treatment is tailored accordingly.
Brittany Escuriex
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
For individuals, it might mean reflecting on how dynamics they learned earlier in life impact current connections with friends, family, and partners.
Do you often find yourself worrying about the important relationships in your life? Maybe you’re wondering what happened to the sense of connection you once felt with your partner? Or perhaps you’re stuck in a painful pattern with someone you care deeply about, but you can’t figure out how to get unstuck? For many of us, relationships are central to our life, and we crave deep and meaningful connections. And, it makes perfect sense to feel distressed when we are disconnected from loved ones, when we are in a period of difficult transition, or when events and concerns from the past impact our current relationships.
For individuals, it might mean reflecting on how dynamics they learned earlier in life impact current connections with friends, family, and partners.
Do you often find yourself worrying about the important relationships in your life? Maybe you’re wondering what happened to the sense of connection you once felt with your partner? Or perhaps you’re stuck in a painful pattern with someone you care deeply about, but you can’t figure out how to get unstuck? For many of us, relationships are central to our life, and we crave deep and meaningful connections. And, it makes perfect sense to feel distressed when we are disconnected from loved ones, when we are in a period of difficult transition, or when events and concerns from the past impact our current relationships.
Gina Bolanos Saunders
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75225
I work with preteens, teens, college students, adults, and couples. Expectations: A warm, nurturing, and supportive experience, as we identify and address immediate and underlying sources of distress impeding your ability to live a happier and more fulfilling life. I individualize an eclectic mix of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy techniques with each individual. In addition to individual therapy, I provide family therapy, couples counseling, premarital & marital counseling, and career counseling. I also offer executive function training & am a Cogmed Provider (brain training for attention & memory).
I work with preteens, teens, college students, adults, and couples. Expectations: A warm, nurturing, and supportive experience, as we identify and address immediate and underlying sources of distress impeding your ability to live a happier and more fulfilling life. I individualize an eclectic mix of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy techniques with each individual. In addition to individual therapy, I provide family therapy, couples counseling, premarital & marital counseling, and career counseling. I also offer executive function training & am a Cogmed Provider (brain training for attention & memory).
Teresa Tribett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243
I have over 15 years of experience treating those struggling with depression, trauma disorders, anxiety related disorders, mood disorders to include bipolar disorder, relationship issues, self-esteem, and systematic family conflict to include parenting issues.
My clients would describe me as easy to talk to, a great listener, honest, and informed. I find great value in creating a foundation of trust and comfortability so my clients can work to meet their therapeutic goals. Counseling is most effective when the client feels accepted and believes the therapist genuinely cares about the topics discussed during session. It is a privilege to be a part of one's journey to improve, change, or maintain aspects in their life. I truly care about each of my client's health and well-being.
I have over 15 years of experience treating those struggling with depression, trauma disorders, anxiety related disorders, mood disorders to include bipolar disorder, relationship issues, self-esteem, and systematic family conflict to include parenting issues.
My clients would describe me as easy to talk to, a great listener, honest, and informed. I find great value in creating a foundation of trust and comfortability so my clients can work to meet their therapeutic goals. Counseling is most effective when the client feels accepted and believes the therapist genuinely cares about the topics discussed during session. It is a privilege to be a part of one's journey to improve, change, or maintain aspects in their life. I truly care about each of my client's health and well-being.
Jeffery Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
Adolescent and adult cognitive behavior therapist with training and experience in depression, anxiety, family stress, suicide, life changes, and emotional dysregulation. I tailor each treatment plan and session to my client's goals and strengths in order to increase emotion regulation, manage ineffective thoughts, and increase distress tolerance. My goal is for clients to develop and implement coping skills, improve interpersonal effectiveness and create a life worth living. I believe that unconditional positive support, honesty, and a little humor are crucial to success in therapy.
Adolescent and adult cognitive behavior therapist with training and experience in depression, anxiety, family stress, suicide, life changes, and emotional dysregulation. I tailor each treatment plan and session to my client's goals and strengths in order to increase emotion regulation, manage ineffective thoughts, and increase distress tolerance. My goal is for clients to develop and implement coping skills, improve interpersonal effectiveness and create a life worth living. I believe that unconditional positive support, honesty, and a little humor are crucial to success in therapy.
Landry Therapy Group, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75201
*TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Our goal is to form a bond of trust and commitment with our clients. With the proper support and guidance in their lives, we believe people have an inherent ability to persevere through any struggle with which they are confronted. Lisa specializes in working with adults, individuals, couples, families and LGBT, and Natasha specializes in children, adolescents, adults, family/child conflict, depression self harm/suicidal ideation. We help clients cope with life's daily struggles and/or issues resulting from trauma and conflict and to cultivate a healthier style of living to ensure future well-being.
*TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Our goal is to form a bond of trust and commitment with our clients. With the proper support and guidance in their lives, we believe people have an inherent ability to persevere through any struggle with which they are confronted. Lisa specializes in working with adults, individuals, couples, families and LGBT, and Natasha specializes in children, adolescents, adults, family/child conflict, depression self harm/suicidal ideation. We help clients cope with life's daily struggles and/or issues resulting from trauma and conflict and to cultivate a healthier style of living to ensure future well-being.
Isabella Cerritos
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
By attending to your relationship dynamics, family messages, and your identity and relationship goals, we will help you access your power and find a sense of safety and calmness.
Are you ready to be more vulnerable but aren’t sure where to start? Have you found yourself struggling to share honestly with those around you? Or maybe you’ve tried sharing more of yourself with others, but you aren’t sure where you belong or if others will accept you? Our families can have a big impact on how we show up in our adult relationships. Cultural messages often impact how safe we feel to be fully ourselves. Shame and guilt can hold us back from experiencing intimacy and connection with ourselves and others. Together we will help you heal from any past wounds so you can feel more aligned in the present.
By attending to your relationship dynamics, family messages, and your identity and relationship goals, we will help you access your power and find a sense of safety and calmness.
Are you ready to be more vulnerable but aren’t sure where to start? Have you found yourself struggling to share honestly with those around you? Or maybe you’ve tried sharing more of yourself with others, but you aren’t sure where you belong or if others will accept you? Our families can have a big impact on how we show up in our adult relationships. Cultural messages often impact how safe we feel to be fully ourselves. Shame and guilt can hold us back from experiencing intimacy and connection with ourselves and others. Together we will help you heal from any past wounds so you can feel more aligned in the present.
Sandra Oswald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243
Some of the areas I specialize in helping clients work through are trauma, anxiety, depression, marriage and family issues, addiction, grief and loss, self-worth and esteem, and mood disorders.
With 14 years of experience in therapy, I truly enjoy my job. I am compassionate about helping others establish a strong foundation so they can effectively cope with current struggles as well as struggles they’ll be approached with in the future. My clients would describe me as compassionate, easy to talk to, and very understanding. I'm sensitive to the unique experiences of each individual and believe connection, trust, and understanding are essential to the therapeutic process. I value getting goals accomplished and making progress during each session.
Some of the areas I specialize in helping clients work through are trauma, anxiety, depression, marriage and family issues, addiction, grief and loss, self-worth and esteem, and mood disorders.
With 14 years of experience in therapy, I truly enjoy my job. I am compassionate about helping others establish a strong foundation so they can effectively cope with current struggles as well as struggles they’ll be approached with in the future. My clients would describe me as compassionate, easy to talk to, and very understanding. I'm sensitive to the unique experiences of each individual and believe connection, trust, and understanding are essential to the therapeutic process. I value getting goals accomplished and making progress during each session.
Victoria Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
Welcome! My name is Victoria Williams and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with individuals and family in areas such as anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, coping skills, and depression, amongst others. I work well with adolescents in that I listen to them and help them gain insight to understanding how their behaviors play a major role in their future. I use the cognitive behavioral therapy approach as I believe thoughts are directly tied to behaviors. Once we are able to identify irrational thoughts, we can start to learn more positive functional behaviors to respond to uncomfortable situations.
Welcome! My name is Victoria Williams and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with individuals and family in areas such as anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, coping skills, and depression, amongst others. I work well with adolescents in that I listen to them and help them gain insight to understanding how their behaviors play a major role in their future. I use the cognitive behavioral therapy approach as I believe thoughts are directly tied to behaviors. Once we are able to identify irrational thoughts, we can start to learn more positive functional behaviors to respond to uncomfortable situations.
Trisha Cavins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75240
"RAISING A TEENAGER IS LIKE NAILING JELLO TO A TREE".Don't you wish there was a handbook on raising your child/teen? Help is here!! I have worked with children, teens and adults since1991, providing individual and family therapy,coping skills, parenting education, and crisis intervention. I specialize in: anxiety, depression,stress management,self esteem, peer pressures, defiance,resistance, anger management,ADHD, grief, and the stress of private schooling.My experience includes:working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, runaway shelter; teen pregnancy home, agencies, in-school therapy and running a day treatment facility
"RAISING A TEENAGER IS LIKE NAILING JELLO TO A TREE".Don't you wish there was a handbook on raising your child/teen? Help is here!! I have worked with children, teens and adults since1991, providing individual and family therapy,coping skills, parenting education, and crisis intervention. I specialize in: anxiety, depression,stress management,self esteem, peer pressures, defiance,resistance, anger management,ADHD, grief, and the stress of private schooling.My experience includes:working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, runaway shelter; teen pregnancy home, agencies, in-school therapy and running a day treatment facility
Emily K. Cates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdM, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
In addition to utilizing individual treatment, Emily also utilizes couples and family counseling when appropriate.
Emily is a Columbia University trained psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over ten years. She specializes in treating new, as well as experienced mothers, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment., and identity. Through a collaborative approach to therapy, Emily works with clients to understand themselves more expansively in assisting the development of parenting and mothering abilities and skills.
In addition to utilizing individual treatment, Emily also utilizes couples and family counseling when appropriate.
Emily is a Columbia University trained psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over ten years. She specializes in treating new, as well as experienced mothers, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment., and identity. Through a collaborative approach to therapy, Emily works with clients to understand themselves more expansively in assisting the development of parenting and mothering abilities and skills.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75225
I use techniques such as motivational interviewing, finding exceptions, structural family therapy, solution-focused family therapy, and narrative therapy.
Is the communication in your marriage or relationship missing the mark? Do you feel unheard, unappreciated, or disregarded? Is the structure or hierarchy in your family unbalanced? Loving yourself and feeling empowered in your marriage, family or relationships can create a positive shift with the right guidance and a place to process the complexities we face in our relationships. I work couples, families, individuals, and teenagers struggling with communication issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, grief, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, porn addiction, and sexual problems. The solutions are there. Let's find them!
I use techniques such as motivational interviewing, finding exceptions, structural family therapy, solution-focused family therapy, and narrative therapy.
Is the communication in your marriage or relationship missing the mark? Do you feel unheard, unappreciated, or disregarded? Is the structure or hierarchy in your family unbalanced? Loving yourself and feeling empowered in your marriage, family or relationships can create a positive shift with the right guidance and a place to process the complexities we face in our relationships. I work couples, families, individuals, and teenagers struggling with communication issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, grief, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, porn addiction, and sexual problems. The solutions are there. Let's find them!
Heather Hahn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, TIYT
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75225
I provide individual, family, relationship, & group counseling, as well as supervision for LPC-Interns.
Individuals come in for counseling for a variety of reasons. While counseling may not be able to make the situation just disappear or not hurt, I want you to know that, together, we can make this situation less scary and painful by creating a safe space for you to share your story. I will assist you to overcome obstacles and alleviate distress you are currently facing to live a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. Together, we can create an opportunity for growth and change within you by implementing healthy skills to practice self-care and improve positive emotions, experiences, mindfulness, and authenticity.
I provide individual, family, relationship, & group counseling, as well as supervision for LPC-Interns.
Individuals come in for counseling for a variety of reasons. While counseling may not be able to make the situation just disappear or not hurt, I want you to know that, together, we can make this situation less scary and painful by creating a safe space for you to share your story. I will assist you to overcome obstacles and alleviate distress you are currently facing to live a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. Together, we can create an opportunity for growth and change within you by implementing healthy skills to practice self-care and improve positive emotions, experiences, mindfulness, and authenticity.
Christiane Roehrborn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, and Chemical Dependency Counselor, as well as a former Speech Language Pathologist with more than 8 years of clinical practice.
Relationships and human connections are very important to most people. Communication and interaction with others is not always as easy as you and I wish. Life circumstances and our personalities influence the way we all cope with life and relationships. If your life is not what you want it to be today, you are not flawed or need 'to be fixed' in some way, but you can learn to understand yourself better and change perspectives to create a happier life, one more suited for you.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, and Chemical Dependency Counselor, as well as a former Speech Language Pathologist with more than 8 years of clinical practice.
Relationships and human connections are very important to most people. Communication and interaction with others is not always as easy as you and I wish. Life circumstances and our personalities influence the way we all cope with life and relationships. If your life is not what you want it to be today, you are not flawed or need 'to be fixed' in some way, but you can learn to understand yourself better and change perspectives to create a happier life, one more suited for you.
Kenyatta Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75231
As a wife, mother, sister, and mentor, I understand financial stress and the overwhelming feeling of trying to balance career and family responsibilities.
I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is that you, the client, feel comfortable and safe with your therapist. My goal is to provide a down-to-earth atmosphere where you feel free to be open and honest without judgment. Together we will work to build on your strengths allowing you to feel a greater sense of empowerment.
As a wife, mother, sister, and mentor, I understand financial stress and the overwhelming feeling of trying to balance career and family responsibilities.
I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is that you, the client, feel comfortable and safe with your therapist. My goal is to provide a down-to-earth atmosphere where you feel free to be open and honest without judgment. Together we will work to build on your strengths allowing you to feel a greater sense of empowerment.
Casey Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75251
In my spare time, I enjoy macrame, gardening, belly dancing, working with and training dogs, birdwatching, Reiki, spending time with friends and family, listening to metaphysical podcasts, expanding intuitive abilities, and experiencing new adventures/cultures.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy trained, Reiki certified, and Animal Assisted Play Therapist, Level l, who has been working with children and families for 20+ years. As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children express themselves through play. Children (13 and under) typically do not have the cognitive skills to verbally express themselves. Play therapy gives them the tools to understand and process their world. I have experience with LGBTQ+ clients and working with members of this community is another passion of mine.
In my spare time, I enjoy macrame, gardening, belly dancing, working with and training dogs, birdwatching, Reiki, spending time with friends and family, listening to metaphysical podcasts, expanding intuitive abilities, and experiencing new adventures/cultures.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy trained, Reiki certified, and Animal Assisted Play Therapist, Level l, who has been working with children and families for 20+ years. As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children express themselves through play. Children (13 and under) typically do not have the cognitive skills to verbally express themselves. Play therapy gives them the tools to understand and process their world. I have experience with LGBTQ+ clients and working with members of this community is another passion of mine.
James B Quinn
Psychologist, PhD, MSCP
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
I see clients with a range of psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, deconstructing painful religious history or background. Most of my clients are adults ranging from 20 to 80+. I am a Clinical Psychologist with advanced training in psychopharmacology or psychiatric medication management. This allows me to practice psychotherapy and also evaluate, educate and suggest medications that may be helpful in your treatment. If medication is appropriate most of my clients do not see a psychiatrist, they usually return to their family physician for their medication needs. Many take less medication over time.
I see clients with a range of psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, deconstructing painful religious history or background. Most of my clients are adults ranging from 20 to 80+. I am a Clinical Psychologist with advanced training in psychopharmacology or psychiatric medication management. This allows me to practice psychotherapy and also evaluate, educate and suggest medications that may be helpful in your treatment. If medication is appropriate most of my clients do not see a psychiatrist, they usually return to their family physician for their medication needs. Many take less medication over time.
Joan E Berger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230 (Online Only)
If you have been traumatized at any age, I know you will bring fear with you, but I can help! Also I am willing to work as part of your "team" with other family members, with psychiatrists who manage medications, or with professionals treating family members.
Are you curious about yourself, eager to overcome chronic emotional obstacles, and aware that real change takes time? If so, it would be a privilege to take part in your journey. Are you having trouble with the challenges of growing up? If so, I can help you find your way. As a seasoned clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, I will help you understand conflicts, fears, and worries that interfere with relationships, work, school, and other activities in life. You may then regain freedom to be more creative and more open to possibilities and opportunities. With commitment to treatment comes hope!
If you have been traumatized at any age, I know you will bring fear with you, but I can help! Also I am willing to work as part of your "team" with other family members, with psychiatrists who manage medications, or with professionals treating family members.
Are you curious about yourself, eager to overcome chronic emotional obstacles, and aware that real change takes time? If so, it would be a privilege to take part in your journey. Are you having trouble with the challenges of growing up? If so, I can help you find your way. As a seasoned clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, I will help you understand conflicts, fears, and worries that interfere with relationships, work, school, and other activities in life. You may then regain freedom to be more creative and more open to possibilities and opportunities. With commitment to treatment comes hope!
Psychotherapy & Growth Clinic of Dallas, Bilingual
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230 (Online Only)
I am a Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapist in private practice. I treat children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. I provide individual, family and couples therapy for people with emotional and or behavioral issues. Hola, soy una psicoterapeuta bilingüe en Ingles y Español. Trato a personas con problemas emocionales, como ansiedad y depresión, así como problemas con sus hijos, de pareja, familia y en el trabajo.
I am a Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapist in private practice. I treat children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. I provide individual, family and couples therapy for people with emotional and or behavioral issues. Hola, soy una psicoterapeuta bilingüe en Ingles y Español. Trato a personas con problemas emocionales, como ansiedad y depresión, así como problemas con sus hijos, de pareja, familia y en el trabajo.
Leslie Scott Griffis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
North Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
Leslie also has specialized training in marriage and family therapy.
Leslie is an accomplished psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and esteemed life coach. As an undergraduate, Leslie attended Depaul University in Chicago, where she earned a B.A. in Communication, then attended Southern Methodist University, where she earned her Master of Science in Counseling. Leslie achieved excellence as a college athlete. She was a Division I softball pitcher at University of Washington and Depaul University, and participated in the College World Series. She inspires her clients to set healthy personal, lifestyle and relationship goals, and to realize those goals through structured self-examination
Leslie also has specialized training in marriage and family therapy.
Leslie is an accomplished psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and esteemed life coach. As an undergraduate, Leslie attended Depaul University in Chicago, where she earned a B.A. in Communication, then attended Southern Methodist University, where she earned her Master of Science in Counseling. Leslie achieved excellence as a college athlete. She was a Division I softball pitcher at University of Washington and Depaul University, and participated in the College World Series. She inspires her clients to set healthy personal, lifestyle and relationship goals, and to realize those goals through structured self-examination
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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.