Therapists in 77056
Jennifer Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Are you someone who has experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related challenges and is seeking a path to healing and transformation? You might have encountered adverse life experiences, which resulted in anxiety, depression, and strained relationships, leading to substance abuse and self-destructive behavior. My passion lies in supporting individuals and families who have experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related difficulties and are ready to embark on their path to recovery and growth.
Are you someone who has experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related challenges and is seeking a path to healing and transformation? You might have encountered adverse life experiences, which resulted in anxiety, depression, and strained relationships, leading to substance abuse and self-destructive behavior. My passion lies in supporting individuals and families who have experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related difficulties and are ready to embark on their path to recovery and growth.
Kristen Ameli Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056 (Online Only)
Do things seem overwhelming? Are you uncertain? Do you have doubts? Does your mind torment you? Are you confused or even scared? Suffering? If so, you have found the right person. Things CAN get better. I am here to help you regain a sense of control over your life, build coping skills, and assist you in making the changes you desire. I would be honored to journey with you, offering you a safe space to tell your story and sustained compassion along the way.
Do things seem overwhelming? Are you uncertain? Do you have doubts? Does your mind torment you? Are you confused or even scared? Suffering? If so, you have found the right person. Things CAN get better. I am here to help you regain a sense of control over your life, build coping skills, and assist you in making the changes you desire. I would be honored to journey with you, offering you a safe space to tell your story and sustained compassion along the way.
Aviva Katz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides evidence-based care for children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety of all types, depression, OCD, trauma, tics, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (hair pulling and skin picking). I have particular expertise at working with adolescents and adults who struggle with multiple challenges simultaneously, and with severe anxiety. I have worked in numerous settings including hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and private practices.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides evidence-based care for children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety of all types, depression, OCD, trauma, tics, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (hair pulling and skin picking). I have particular expertise at working with adolescents and adults who struggle with multiple challenges simultaneously, and with severe anxiety. I have worked in numerous settings including hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and private practices.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.