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Kristina Farmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and active listening and empathy with Biblical principles, spiritual direction and over fifteen years of experience in inner healing.
My passion is to meet you right where you are and to walk forward together on a path of personal discovery and change that leads to freedom and healing. I believe that each person is worth being seen and heard uniquely as well as being fought for on their road to wholeness.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and active listening and empathy with Biblical principles, spiritual direction and over fifteen years of experience in inner healing.
My passion is to meet you right where you are and to walk forward together on a path of personal discovery and change that leads to freedom and healing. I believe that each person is worth being seen and heard uniquely as well as being fought for on their road to wholeness.
(281) 729-6430 View (281) 729-6430
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Rebecca A. Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
I have extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Systems Therapy, Structural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to coach the client to their desired result.
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 have extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Systems Therapy, Structural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to coach the client to their desired result.
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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Bright Horizons Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I love to incorporate different modalities in my counseling, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to find the right fit for my clients.
I have always had a passion to come alongside and help the hurting. After graduating, I gained a lot of valuable experience working at The Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center in the Woodlands, serving individuals struggling with eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, self-harm and trauma and other related struggles. Helping adolescents and adults add meaning and value to their life while exploring impactful life events in a safe space is what I strive for; I am devoted to helping clients take charge to create meaningful change.
I love to incorporate different modalities in my counseling, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to find the right fit for my clients.
I have always had a passion to come alongside and help the hurting. After graduating, I gained a lot of valuable experience working at The Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center in the Woodlands, serving individuals struggling with eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, self-harm and trauma and other related struggles. Helping adolescents and adults add meaning and value to their life while exploring impactful life events in a safe space is what I strive for; I am devoted to helping clients take charge to create meaningful change.
(281) 609-3431 View (281) 609-3431
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Lloyd Whieldon
Psychological Associate, MS, LPA, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
If you are struggling with depression, infidelity, trauma or relationship difficulties, then I would like to help you with this. Perhaps you have started to lose hope in your future, feel disconnected from people or get no enjoyment out of life. Or maybe you are experiencing mood-swings, self-criticism or even a sense that your emotions have been turned off. You might feel that difficult experiences in childhood or those within an adult relationship have left you feeling traumatized and stuck. Or maybe you feel betrayed by a partner – through what they did or what they are not doing. It is possible to heal from these things.
If you are struggling with depression, infidelity, trauma or relationship difficulties, then I would like to help you with this. Perhaps you have started to lose hope in your future, feel disconnected from people or get no enjoyment out of life. Or maybe you are experiencing mood-swings, self-criticism or even a sense that your emotions have been turned off. You might feel that difficult experiences in childhood or those within an adult relationship have left you feeling traumatized and stuck. Or maybe you feel betrayed by a partner – through what they did or what they are not doing. It is possible to heal from these things.
(936) 298-7239 View (936) 298-7239
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Mindful Movements Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I'm Mikayla, and I am the founder of MMCC. We know it's hard to be vulnerable with a new person, not knowing how they’ll react to what you tell them. As your counselor, our role is to meet you where you’re at, take your hand, and walk with you at your own pace. We are passionate for holistic, mindful mental health counseling for kids, teens, couples, and adults in areas including trauma, DV and sexual assault, grief, faith-based counseling, anxiety, depression, codependency, self-esteem, identity, self-harming behaviors, relationships, parenting, and more. With 11 counselors on our team, we aim to have a counselor for everyone.
I'm Mikayla, and I am the founder of MMCC. We know it's hard to be vulnerable with a new person, not knowing how they’ll react to what you tell them. As your counselor, our role is to meet you where you’re at, take your hand, and walk with you at your own pace. We are passionate for holistic, mindful mental health counseling for kids, teens, couples, and adults in areas including trauma, DV and sexual assault, grief, faith-based counseling, anxiety, depression, codependency, self-esteem, identity, self-harming behaviors, relationships, parenting, and more. With 11 counselors on our team, we aim to have a counselor for everyone.
(713) 804-4955 View (713) 804-4955
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Laura Thorsten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
There are countless benefits when engaging in psychotherapy with the right practitioner for you. Deep and lasting change can occur in various areas of your life, and I am honored to help my clients reach their desired goals. Some of my clients simply want to feel less anxious while others may want to continue their journey of healing from trauma. I provide a safe space for clients to explore their truthful thoughts and feelings and also provide strategies to use outside of sessions. Additionally, I have a great deal of experience working with couples who report success toward their goals. My training is extensive and ongoing.
There are countless benefits when engaging in psychotherapy with the right practitioner for you. Deep and lasting change can occur in various areas of your life, and I am honored to help my clients reach their desired goals. Some of my clients simply want to feel less anxious while others may want to continue their journey of healing from trauma. I provide a safe space for clients to explore their truthful thoughts and feelings and also provide strategies to use outside of sessions. Additionally, I have a great deal of experience working with couples who report success toward their goals. My training is extensive and ongoing.
(832) 462-7019 View (832) 462-7019
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Shelley L Muller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Within themselves, each person has the power and strength to tackle the challenges and difficulties they face. It’s my job, as a clinician, to help them access that power and strength, and I do this by first providing a non-judgmental and positive environment. This allows us to identify the thoughts and perceptions that are influencing their actions, both positive and negative. Real, affirming change can happen when we openly examine the thinking that is holding us back and work to change those thoughts that are no longer servicing our goals. I’m excited to help clients with that self-examination and re-building process.
Within themselves, each person has the power and strength to tackle the challenges and difficulties they face. It’s my job, as a clinician, to help them access that power and strength, and I do this by first providing a non-judgmental and positive environment. This allows us to identify the thoughts and perceptions that are influencing their actions, both positive and negative. Real, affirming change can happen when we openly examine the thinking that is holding us back and work to change those thoughts that are no longer servicing our goals. I’m excited to help clients with that self-examination and re-building process.
(346) 239-8305 View (346) 239-8305
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Alex Jacobsen
LPC Associate, MA, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77382  (Online Only)
My ideal client is anyone who is ready to take a step forward and work on their mental health. I don't care about any other aspect of you as long as you are willing to have the tough conversations that are necessary for delving deeper into yourself. I am willing to work with any age, gender, nationality, etc. imaginable and hold no preference for working with any particular denomination versus another. The only requirement you must have is a desire to learn more about yourself and be open to new experiences (or old ones if you've been to therapy before). Being a part of your journey would mean the world to me.
My ideal client is anyone who is ready to take a step forward and work on their mental health. I don't care about any other aspect of you as long as you are willing to have the tough conversations that are necessary for delving deeper into yourself. I am willing to work with any age, gender, nationality, etc. imaginable and hold no preference for working with any particular denomination versus another. The only requirement you must have is a desire to learn more about yourself and be open to new experiences (or old ones if you've been to therapy before). Being a part of your journey would mean the world to me.
(281) 324-8036 View (281) 324-8036
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Jessica Pass Haskell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFTS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Feeling stuck in your relationships despite success elsewhere? As a big-vision individual, you're constantly evolving, yet overthinking keeps you from connecting. Sound familiar? Let's break free from this cycle together. Join me on a journey to unlock your potential and cultivate meaningful connections.
Feeling stuck in your relationships despite success elsewhere? As a big-vision individual, you're constantly evolving, yet overthinking keeps you from connecting. Sound familiar? Let's break free from this cycle together. Join me on a journey to unlock your potential and cultivate meaningful connections.
(936) 282-5269 x5 View (936) 282-5269 x5
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Chelseyah B. Bolden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Trying to balance yourself emotionally, physically, spiritually, and mentally might feel like a lot on your plate. You should know that reaching out for help is a testament to your strength. Working at your pace, we will ensure therapy is a safe environment to address your barriers and realize your goals. I aim to optimize the tools you already have and help you uncover new skills to make life more manageable. As your counselor, I would be honored to walk alongside you to overcome obstacles and help you leave therapy with a more in-depth understanding of your capabilities and resilience.
Trying to balance yourself emotionally, physically, spiritually, and mentally might feel like a lot on your plate. You should know that reaching out for help is a testament to your strength. Working at your pace, we will ensure therapy is a safe environment to address your barriers and realize your goals. I aim to optimize the tools you already have and help you uncover new skills to make life more manageable. As your counselor, I would be honored to walk alongside you to overcome obstacles and help you leave therapy with a more in-depth understanding of your capabilities and resilience.
(936) 869-9423 View (936) 869-9423
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Heather Renee Rubio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families dealing with issues such as infidelity, relational stress, infertility, communication, parenting, and the transition to parenthood. Prior to being a counselor I was a high school teacher, and I hold a special place in my heart for educators. I also enjoy working with preteens and teens navigate the stresses of growing up in the age of technology.
I provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families dealing with issues such as infidelity, relational stress, infertility, communication, parenting, and the transition to parenthood. Prior to being a counselor I was a high school teacher, and I hold a special place in my heart for educators. I also enjoy working with preteens and teens navigate the stresses of growing up in the age of technology.
(936) 930-6120 View (936) 930-6120
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Joanne L Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Change is possible! Making the decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one and often comes from a place of frustration, anger, sadness, or just feeling "stuck". Therapy can be a way to help you feel "unstuck" and to help you find balance so that you're in a better position to reach your goals. I'm a firm believer that change can happen when we create a safe space for conversation. By building a therapeutic relationship and a safe environment, we can discuss ways to improve the relationships in your life and I can offer support to help you implement the positive changes you're hoping for. Hope can lead to change.
Change is possible! Making the decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one and often comes from a place of frustration, anger, sadness, or just feeling "stuck". Therapy can be a way to help you feel "unstuck" and to help you find balance so that you're in a better position to reach your goals. I'm a firm believer that change can happen when we create a safe space for conversation. By building a therapeutic relationship and a safe environment, we can discuss ways to improve the relationships in your life and I can offer support to help you implement the positive changes you're hoping for. Hope can lead to change.
(281) 612-7134 View (281) 612-7134
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The Flourishing Way
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
You're busy and anxious. The relationships in your life feel tense. Your child's behavior is concerning you, and your relationship with your partner feels nonexistent. You are so busy balancing everything you don't feel like yourself anymore. You feel like you've tried everything to get the spark back, but the harder you try the more tension builds between your child, partner, and self. You're not sure if you can fulfill all your roles anymore. It feels hard.
You're busy and anxious. The relationships in your life feel tense. Your child's behavior is concerning you, and your relationship with your partner feels nonexistent. You are so busy balancing everything you don't feel like yourself anymore. You feel like you've tried everything to get the spark back, but the harder you try the more tension builds between your child, partner, and self. You're not sure if you can fulfill all your roles anymore. It feels hard.
(832) 551-1094 View (832) 551-1094
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Marcelina M Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC, NCC, DMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Available Nights & Weekends. There is absolutely nothing more daunting, then a present difficult situation, without a beneficial solution. Right? While facing adversities can be rough, facing adversity without the appropriate navigational tools can be catastrophic. Hi, my name is Marcelina Washington and I am interested in the human story and experience. It is my belief that you have within yourself the power to restore or recreate your life, your way. My task is to create a safe environment for you to examine these areas and guidance to explore personal thoughts centered around your wellness journey.
Available Nights & Weekends. There is absolutely nothing more daunting, then a present difficult situation, without a beneficial solution. Right? While facing adversities can be rough, facing adversity without the appropriate navigational tools can be catastrophic. Hi, my name is Marcelina Washington and I am interested in the human story and experience. It is my belief that you have within yourself the power to restore or recreate your life, your way. My task is to create a safe environment for you to examine these areas and guidance to explore personal thoughts centered around your wellness journey.
(346) 245-5380 View (346) 245-5380
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Christopher Times
Counselor, MA, CCC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
My practice is designed to offer Life Coaching to clients of all ethnic backgrounds for the purpose of lifting, building, stimulating growth and progressive motion toward emotional well-being and personal actualization.
My practice is designed to offer Life Coaching to clients of all ethnic backgrounds for the purpose of lifting, building, stimulating growth and progressive motion toward emotional well-being and personal actualization.
(409) 752-6668 View (409) 752-6668
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Restore Therapy and Wellness, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Restore Therapy and Wellness, PLLC, offers child and adolescent therapy in a calm, non-judgmental, confidential, and safe environment. As the founder and licensed clinical social worker, I am committed to creating a strong and empathetic therapeutic relationship. We will work together to establish your child’s unique needs and tailor their goals to those individualized concerns. You will be seen and heard. Your family story will be respected and honored. My approach is holistic and integrative. It is rooted in strengths-based, empowerment, trauma-focused, and person-centered therapy.
Restore Therapy and Wellness, PLLC, offers child and adolescent therapy in a calm, non-judgmental, confidential, and safe environment. As the founder and licensed clinical social worker, I am committed to creating a strong and empathetic therapeutic relationship. We will work together to establish your child’s unique needs and tailor their goals to those individualized concerns. You will be seen and heard. Your family story will be respected and honored. My approach is holistic and integrative. It is rooted in strengths-based, empowerment, trauma-focused, and person-centered therapy.
(281) 595-9558 View (281) 595-9558
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Jade Davies
MA, LPC, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380  (Online Only)
Are you ready to reclaim the power you've lost, connect with your intuition, and accept all parts of yourself lost to high control religion or from important relationships? If so, I am here to support you. I use the wisdom of your body and nervous system to inform my approach. I am deeply committed to creating a safe and inclusive space with you to explore yourself and the pain you carry from previous relationships and experiences. By facilitating connection with your body, I aim to help you tap into your innate capacity for healing and growth by slowing down and tuning in.
Are you ready to reclaim the power you've lost, connect with your intuition, and accept all parts of yourself lost to high control religion or from important relationships? If so, I am here to support you. I use the wisdom of your body and nervous system to inform my approach. I am deeply committed to creating a safe and inclusive space with you to explore yourself and the pain you carry from previous relationships and experiences. By facilitating connection with your body, I aim to help you tap into your innate capacity for healing and growth by slowing down and tuning in.
(970) 427-9386 View (970) 427-9386
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Luz Alanis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77354
I am prepared to utilize my skills and passion to empower my clients to reach their maximum potential and to remove obstacles in order to get to a state of joy and peace in their lives. The road to success starts with you, the client, making the decision to seek assistance during a time in your life when you may feel overwhelmed with an issue that at some point grew out of control and now you find that you need someone's unconditional regard/acceptance for a while until you manage to find the road to regain control and find your inner peace, joy, harmony, freedom, independence and self-love. I am ready to help you find that path
I am prepared to utilize my skills and passion to empower my clients to reach their maximum potential and to remove obstacles in order to get to a state of joy and peace in their lives. The road to success starts with you, the client, making the decision to seek assistance during a time in your life when you may feel overwhelmed with an issue that at some point grew out of control and now you find that you need someone's unconditional regard/acceptance for a while until you manage to find the road to regain control and find your inner peace, joy, harmony, freedom, independence and self-love. I am ready to help you find that path
(832) 402-1778 View (832) 402-1778
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Amiti Grozdon
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77354  (Online Only)
Are you going through a separation, divorce or breakup? Are you feeling stuck in life or your relationships? I specialize in helping individuals and couples get unstuck from trauma, infidelity, intimacy/sex issues, perfectionism, work stress, breakups and divorce. I also work with individuals navigating recovery from traumatic childhoods, religious trauma, and romantic relationships, attachment issues, and loved ones with personality disorders.
Are you going through a separation, divorce or breakup? Are you feeling stuck in life or your relationships? I specialize in helping individuals and couples get unstuck from trauma, infidelity, intimacy/sex issues, perfectionism, work stress, breakups and divorce. I also work with individuals navigating recovery from traumatic childhoods, religious trauma, and romantic relationships, attachment issues, and loved ones with personality disorders.
(737) 250-6818 View (737) 250-6818
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Dee Ann M. Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77354
Is it time for a reset? Do you look at your life and say, "what a mess, I am stuck!"? Maybe you've tried counseling before or maybe have been afraid to ask for help. I provide a sacred space to notice without labeling things as good, bad, right or wrong. As we sit with uncomfortable emotions, we notice where those feeling are showing up in the body, then we can change how we respond to them and handle them differently. This is where true shift happens.
Is it time for a reset? Do you look at your life and say, "what a mess, I am stuck!"? Maybe you've tried counseling before or maybe have been afraid to ask for help. I provide a sacred space to notice without labeling things as good, bad, right or wrong. As we sit with uncomfortable emotions, we notice where those feeling are showing up in the body, then we can change how we respond to them and handle them differently. This is where true shift happens.
(936) 206-7129 View (936) 206-7129

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Narrative Therapists

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.