Interpersonal Therapists in Cooke County, TX
Amy Sue Ott
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, TX 76241 (Online Only)
My practice is centered around the belief that problems can over take us at any moment large or small; asking for help is not a display of weakness but a sign of strength. I am personable and straight forward with therapy clients. I view individuals from a family system perspective, understanding how an individual experiences their world is important in understanding how to help them locate strengths to move forward. I have worked with many people seeking help with career transitions, anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, divorces, loss of a loved one and the grief that follows.
My practice is centered around the belief that problems can over take us at any moment large or small; asking for help is not a display of weakness but a sign of strength. I am personable and straight forward with therapy clients. I view individuals from a family system perspective, understanding how an individual experiences their world is important in understanding how to help them locate strengths to move forward. I have worked with many people seeking help with career transitions, anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, divorces, loss of a loved one and the grief that follows.
Are you struggling with addiction, trauma, loss, grief, or anxiety/panic? Are you using unhealthy or ineffective coping strategies to get through your day? You want to do better but you just aren't sure where to start? I can help. I specialize in working with adults and teens, who find themselves no longer able to cope with life's stressors on their own. Whether it is grief & loss, work stress, relationship issues, trauma, alcohol use, depression or anxiety, I can help you get your life and relationships back on track.
Are you struggling with addiction, trauma, loss, grief, or anxiety/panic? Are you using unhealthy or ineffective coping strategies to get through your day? You want to do better but you just aren't sure where to start? I can help. I specialize in working with adults and teens, who find themselves no longer able to cope with life's stressors on their own. Whether it is grief & loss, work stress, relationship issues, trauma, alcohol use, depression or anxiety, I can help you get your life and relationships back on track.
I am excited about life and about the opportunity to accompany you on your journey. I offer Christian-based counseling if requested.
I am excited about life and about the opportunity to accompany you on your journey. I offer Christian-based counseling if requested.
Ursula Alford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, TX 76240
Waitlist for new clients
Have you/your loved one experienced a medical event or new diagnosis? Are you having a difficult time adjusting? It is common to experience both physical and emotional struggles following stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, cancer diagnoses, dementia, and other illness onset. Often our roles within our family transition from caregiver to the one who needs to be cared for. Decreased independence and being more dependent on others often makes us feel like a burden. Fears related to these diagnoses can cause anxiety and depression. Role change may place stress on relationships and family dynamics.
Have you/your loved one experienced a medical event or new diagnosis? Are you having a difficult time adjusting? It is common to experience both physical and emotional struggles following stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, cancer diagnoses, dementia, and other illness onset. Often our roles within our family transition from caregiver to the one who needs to be cared for. Decreased independence and being more dependent on others often makes us feel like a burden. Fears related to these diagnoses can cause anxiety and depression. Role change may place stress on relationships and family dynamics.
Brittainy Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, TX 76240
I have over 7 years of experience working with a variety issues including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Couples Issues, Substance Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Emotion Focused techniques. In our sessions you can expect to focus on areas of your life that aren't going as you planned. We will discuss your thoughts and feelings and together will be able to create meaningful, positive change in your life. You should contact me if you are prepared to develop a deeper insight into your life. I offer free consults &, have weekend & after hours appointments available.
I have over 7 years of experience working with a variety issues including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Couples Issues, Substance Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Emotion Focused techniques. In our sessions you can expect to focus on areas of your life that aren't going as you planned. We will discuss your thoughts and feelings and together will be able to create meaningful, positive change in your life. You should contact me if you are prepared to develop a deeper insight into your life. I offer free consults &, have weekend & after hours appointments available.
Amanda G Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, TX 76240 (Online Only)
Not your typical therapist! I am an inner-work counselor providing you with useful tools to understand the deepest parts of yourself and how to heal yourself across time. I believe we all have the ability to heal once given the tools to do so. If you feel like you have tried everything and are ready for a true change in your life and within yourself, start here. I have a passion for helping others strive for internal authenticity while maintaining movement toward health and wholeness. An empathic, non-judgmental environment is a priority and I am committed to building a unique and trusting therapeutic relationship with each client.
Not your typical therapist! I am an inner-work counselor providing you with useful tools to understand the deepest parts of yourself and how to heal yourself across time. I believe we all have the ability to heal once given the tools to do so. If you feel like you have tried everything and are ready for a true change in your life and within yourself, start here. I have a passion for helping others strive for internal authenticity while maintaining movement toward health and wholeness. An empathic, non-judgmental environment is a priority and I am committed to building a unique and trusting therapeutic relationship with each client.
Tamra White, Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor. I have been in individual practice for 18 years. I specialize in several areas of human behavior, including depression, anxiety, marriage/family, as well as LGBTQ + issues. My client focus encompasses family issues, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, as well as the LGBTQ + community.
Tamra White, Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor. I have been in individual practice for 18 years. I specialize in several areas of human behavior, including depression, anxiety, marriage/family, as well as LGBTQ + issues. My client focus encompasses family issues, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, as well as the LGBTQ + community.
Attention women: Do you feel unmotivated, hopeless, exhausted, and overwhelmed? Do you struggle to face the day? Do you feel constantly worried, or drained and lifeless? Do you have a pervasive sense of "I'm not good enough?" I can help you. You can be free from emotional pain and live a happier, fuller life. I am passionate about giving you many effective, tailored tools to take charge of your life and feel peace. Equestrians: I also offer Winning Mindset for Equestrians to help you reach your riding goals!
Attention women: Do you feel unmotivated, hopeless, exhausted, and overwhelmed? Do you struggle to face the day? Do you feel constantly worried, or drained and lifeless? Do you have a pervasive sense of "I'm not good enough?" I can help you. You can be free from emotional pain and live a happier, fuller life. I am passionate about giving you many effective, tailored tools to take charge of your life and feel peace. Equestrians: I also offer Winning Mindset for Equestrians to help you reach your riding goals!
Online Therapists
Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Therapy areas include: Anxiety, Coping Skills, Stress, Depression, Marital Conflict, Grief/Loss, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Dissociation, Family Conflict, Interpersonal Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Child and Teen Counseling, Adult counseling, Couples counseling and so much more.
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 is 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.
Therapy areas include: Anxiety, Coping Skills, Stress, Depression, Marital Conflict, Grief/Loss, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Dissociation, Family Conflict, Interpersonal Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Child and Teen Counseling, Adult counseling, Couples counseling and so much more.
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 is 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.
Renea Hunter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CST
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067 (Online Only)
Has your sex life left you feeling anxious or frustrated? Have you experienced trauma, infidelity or medical concerns that has impacted your sexual function? Do you and your partner continue to argue over the "small things"? Perhaps you are struggling with interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, balancing work/home life. It is time to stop ignoring these sensitive issues and talk to someone who is genuine, has an open mind and is non-judgmental. My goal is to provide a safe environment to help you discover your strengths and develop solutions to overcome the challenges you may face.
Has your sex life left you feeling anxious or frustrated? Have you experienced trauma, infidelity or medical concerns that has impacted your sexual function? Do you and your partner continue to argue over the "small things"? Perhaps you are struggling with interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, balancing work/home life. It is time to stop ignoring these sensitive issues and talk to someone who is genuine, has an open mind and is non-judgmental. My goal is to provide a safe environment to help you discover your strengths and develop solutions to overcome the challenges you may face.
Connections Counseling & Consulting
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75002
Using interpersonal, cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, along with other counseling interventions, Dr.
For the past 20 years, she has gained experience working with families, individuals and adolescents while working with local school districts, local government and social service agencies. Dr. Nickson has also provided training and facilitated groups on issues involving cultural competence, stress management and grief/loss.
Using interpersonal, cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, along with other counseling interventions, Dr.
For the past 20 years, she has gained experience working with families, individuals and adolescents while working with local school districts, local government and social service agencies. Dr. Nickson has also provided training and facilitated groups on issues involving cultural competence, stress management and grief/loss.
Maureen Killoran LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irving, TX 75062 (Online Only)
Interpersonal/ Hypnotherapy/ Cognitive Therapies.
Embracing change can be challenging. Finding the therapist where the therapeutic alliance 'gels' is an important element in successful therapy. A phone conversation helps break the ice and gives you additional feedback to make a decision that is right for you. Please feel free to reach out, let's discuss your needs. Whether it's anxiety, depression, uncertainty, personal development, relationships or professional changes you are seeking, I will work with you to achieve your goals. Building on your current skills, and gently adding new tools, to take you to new greater skill levels, at a pace that is guided by you.
Interpersonal/ Hypnotherapy/ Cognitive Therapies.
Embracing change can be challenging. Finding the therapist where the therapeutic alliance 'gels' is an important element in successful therapy. A phone conversation helps break the ice and gives you additional feedback to make a decision that is right for you. Please feel free to reach out, let's discuss your needs. Whether it's anxiety, depression, uncertainty, personal development, relationships or professional changes you are seeking, I will work with you to achieve your goals. Building on your current skills, and gently adding new tools, to take you to new greater skill levels, at a pace that is guided by you.
Katie Smelko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
This approach is an evidence-based, emotion-focused method that provides a foundation for mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Katie Smelko is passionate about the beauty that can come from broken places and wants to see you healthy in body, heart, and mind. She believes that all of these aspects contribute to you thriving. By co-creating a safe space for openness, processing, and healing, she will partner with you to identify questions and experiences that may be interfering with your sense of wholeness. She specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as those who deal with issues that are often linked with trauma experiences. These include substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
This approach is an evidence-based, emotion-focused method that provides a foundation for mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Katie Smelko is passionate about the beauty that can come from broken places and wants to see you healthy in body, heart, and mind. She believes that all of these aspects contribute to you thriving. By co-creating a safe space for openness, processing, and healing, she will partner with you to identify questions and experiences that may be interfering with your sense of wholeness. She specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as those who deal with issues that are often linked with trauma experiences. These include substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
Brittani's Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I currently I do not have an office space at the moment. In person meet ups will be in a public setting (ex. park). Location will be determined during initial evaluation. I aim to help identify and process trauma, build self-esteem, create and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships, establish safe and functional boundaries, manage stress, depression and anxiety caused by major life changes. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental environment and a safe space for you to be your true authentic self.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I currently I do not have an office space at the moment. In person meet ups will be in a public setting (ex. park). Location will be determined during initial evaluation. I aim to help identify and process trauma, build self-esteem, create and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships, establish safe and functional boundaries, manage stress, depression and anxiety caused by major life changes. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental environment and a safe space for you to be your true authentic self.
Emari Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75201 (Online Only)
Whenever we experience interpersonal betrayal or abuse, we often feel as if we have lost a part of ourselves. We can experience a range of feelings such as shame, isolation and have difficulty offering ourselves compassion. After such pain, it can be hard to trust other people again as well as yourself. You may have trouble forming a healthy relationship with yourself and creating deep connections with other people. Together, we can create a space for you to find your voice, discover who you are, and build meaningful experiences again. My approach is to meet you where you are by working from your values and belief system.
Whenever we experience interpersonal betrayal or abuse, we often feel as if we have lost a part of ourselves. We can experience a range of feelings such as shame, isolation and have difficulty offering ourselves compassion. After such pain, it can be hard to trust other people again as well as yourself. You may have trouble forming a healthy relationship with yourself and creating deep connections with other people. Together, we can create a space for you to find your voice, discover who you are, and build meaningful experiences again. My approach is to meet you where you are by working from your values and belief system.
I am a TX Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience working with diverse populations from age, ethnicity, depression, anxiety, community, schools, environmental/career changes, and social and emotional concerns. My counseling style believes I don't have all the answers as a therapist, but collectively with the client's help – We can get there! Hence, my therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based, Christian Counseling, Culturally Sensitive, and Interpersonal therapy, to name a few.
I am a TX Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience working with diverse populations from age, ethnicity, depression, anxiety, community, schools, environmental/career changes, and social and emotional concerns. My counseling style believes I don't have all the answers as a therapist, but collectively with the client's help – We can get there! Hence, my therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based, Christian Counseling, Culturally Sensitive, and Interpersonal therapy, to name a few.
In addition to being trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Jessica has experience providing a variety of evidence-based practices to families from a diverse array of backgrounds, including exposure therapy for selective mutism, parent behavioral management, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
Jessica Faber, MA, LPA, is a licensed psychological associate who thrives when working with children and adolescents, and seeks to empower her clients and their families. Jessica’s approach involves appreciating how diverse learning styles can influence the therapeutic process and tailoring sessions to the client’s needs.
In addition to being trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Jessica has experience providing a variety of evidence-based practices to families from a diverse array of backgrounds, including exposure therapy for selective mutism, parent behavioral management, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
Jessica Faber, MA, LPA, is a licensed psychological associate who thrives when working with children and adolescents, and seeks to empower her clients and their families. Jessica’s approach involves appreciating how diverse learning styles can influence the therapeutic process and tailoring sessions to the client’s needs.
Michael Manley
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Burleson, TX 76028
Hi I'm Michael, I believe saying "I'm not okay" is one of the bravest things we can admit to ourselves and it's a privilege to be able to walk through the ups and downs of life with my clients. I believe every person's journey is unique and it's important to me to cultivate a safe, non-judgmental space for us to collaborate. I utilize a person-centered approach that includes aspects of Existential, Narrative, and Contextual therapies leading us to explore all the interconnected ways your inner world connects with your surroundings, history, and interpersonal relationships.
Hi I'm Michael, I believe saying "I'm not okay" is one of the bravest things we can admit to ourselves and it's a privilege to be able to walk through the ups and downs of life with my clients. I believe every person's journey is unique and it's important to me to cultivate a safe, non-judgmental space for us to collaborate. I utilize a person-centered approach that includes aspects of Existential, Narrative, and Contextual therapies leading us to explore all the interconnected ways your inner world connects with your surroundings, history, and interpersonal relationships.
Sat Kartar Khalsa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to psychotherapy is motivational, interpersonal, solution-focused, and based on emotional depth.
Mental symptoms signal the need to repair relationships with significant others, friends, coworkers, children. Each of us seems flawed in our ability to continuously interact, yet social hiccups merely disclose unique emotional styles of working through universal problems in living. Psychotherapeutic interaction catalyzes awareness of unique purpose and builds skills to make the most of individual neurology so you can bring your A game to every situation. Release the narrative of failure. Let’s work together to accomplish insight into your unique nature so you might find your way home to attunement within the vast circle of life.
My approach to psychotherapy is motivational, interpersonal, solution-focused, and based on emotional depth.
Mental symptoms signal the need to repair relationships with significant others, friends, coworkers, children. Each of us seems flawed in our ability to continuously interact, yet social hiccups merely disclose unique emotional styles of working through universal problems in living. Psychotherapeutic interaction catalyzes awareness of unique purpose and builds skills to make the most of individual neurology so you can bring your A game to every situation. Release the narrative of failure. Let’s work together to accomplish insight into your unique nature so you might find your way home to attunement within the vast circle of life.
Lauren Bacak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPysch, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
I specialize in in-depth therapy and have training from the Dallas Psychoanalytic Center to help people deal with long standing issues and interpersonal difficulties.
Have you found yourself engaging in similar distressing behaviors, thought patterns, or relational dynamics despite your best efforts to change? My approach aims to address your current distress as well as work with you to investigate why this suffering is taking place to begin with. I believe unwanted behaviors, emotions, and thoughts are illustrating something about your experience that has yet to be understood. Therapy provides a relationship in which you can begin to make sense of what your suffering is saying. My hope is that in working together, you can journey towards long lasting life fulfillment instead of simply coping.
I specialize in in-depth therapy and have training from the Dallas Psychoanalytic Center to help people deal with long standing issues and interpersonal difficulties.
Have you found yourself engaging in similar distressing behaviors, thought patterns, or relational dynamics despite your best efforts to change? My approach aims to address your current distress as well as work with you to investigate why this suffering is taking place to begin with. I believe unwanted behaviors, emotions, and thoughts are illustrating something about your experience that has yet to be understood. Therapy provides a relationship in which you can begin to make sense of what your suffering is saying. My hope is that in working together, you can journey towards long lasting life fulfillment instead of simply coping.
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Interpersonal Therapists
Is interpersonal therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found interpersonal therapy to be effective for life transitions including retirement, divorce, and job loss. Also, some studies have found it to be just as useful as medication and other therapy approaches. The benefits of interpersonal therapy can last long after treatment has been completed; the individual can use the tenets of this therapy throughout their life.
How long does interpersonal therapy take?
Interpersonal psychotherapy is normally time-limited and focuses on specific problems in the client’s everyday relationships. Treatment can be either one-on-one or take place in a group setting; it tends to last 12 to 16 weeks, depending on the individual client’s needs. If a new interpersonal problem arises in the future, the client may require additional therapy to address it specifically. The timeline and session schedule may vary depending on the client’s challenges as well as their progress. Treatment may conclude with wrap-up sessions to review the client’s accomplishments.
Is interpersonal therapy effective?
Research shows that interpersonal therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression or anxiety. The approach may also offer a range of benefits that are hard to measure but valuable—including healthier relationships and improved feelings of self-worth. The therapist will give the client practical solutions that can be put into practice. The brief duration of this therapy also means that clients can see changes in their relationships fairly quickly.
What are the limitations of interpersonal therapy?
Interpersonal therapy may not effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as psychosis, chronic illness, or alcohol relapse. Because it is short-term in nature, it may not be the best approach for conditions that need to be tracked, though maintenance sessions are a viable approach under these circumstances.
Can interpersonal psychotherapy be done online?
Yes, interpersonal psychotherapy can be conducted effectively either in-person or online. A therapist with expertise in IPT will be able to adjust their techniques, such as role-playing, to better suit the online environment. Offering online IPT can make it more accessible for clients who have transportation difficulties; it also provides the ideal opportunity to explore challenges unique to digital relationships.