Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Whitehouse, TX

Finding the right therapist isn’t always an easy endeavor. I hope to bring a judgement free space of trust, vulnerability and mutual respect as we navigate some of life’s most difficult feelings and experiences. I incorporate CBT, ACT and ERP along with various tools I have picked up along the way to better learn how to live an abundant life alongside unwanted thoughts and emotions.

In my practice I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of different situations and challenges. I have a special interest in helping clients who are experiencing anxiety, excessive worry, OCD and phobias. Treatment areas include: Anxiety Disorders (Social anxiety, Separation Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety), Phobias, Depression, Parenting Support, Grief Counseling, Adjustments and transitions, Stress Management, Conflict Resolution. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens and adults in a variety of different therapeutic areas. I strive to create a comfortable and safe atmosphere for clients.

As a Doctor of Behavioral Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist who works with an MD and a medical staff of highly trained professionals, I approach your treatment in a way that is unique from most. I specialize in treating anxiety-related disorders including panic attacks, phobias, OCD, and PTSD.

Life can be challenging at times and taking that first step of deciding to begin counseling can be intimidating. Kudos to you for beginning that process by looking into finding a counselor! Whether it be anxiety, depression, or just a general feeling of overwhelm that you are battling, I invite you to take that next step toward healing. One small step in the right direction can make all the difference. It is my aim to foster a supportive and safe environment in which pain, challenges, and fears can be safely explored.

The decision to reach out for counseling can be one of the most important and helpful things you can do for your mental health and wellbeing. The process can be frightening and uncomfortable. Sometimes we have to take a step outside of our comfort zones and try something new. One of my professional goals is to help build a calm environment and strong therapeutic relationship conducive to meaningful change.

Throughout 33 years of counseling, I believe in the formation of a working relationship between myself and my client - represents a cornerstone of treatment, both in the service of engaging my client to mobilize their energies and to help foster a sense of optimism about treatment. I strive to see each client as an individual with sensitivity to each person's background and therapeutic needs.

My areas of clinical work include anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transition, and substance use issues. I am also passionate about supporting clients with borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder. Whether children, adolescents, or adults I am dedicated to helping clients establish boundaries, create healthy coping skills, and build resilience. Ultimately, my desire is to help my clients become more grounded and experience life to the full.

To say "things aren't always easy" is often an understatement. Sometimes things are more than hard, and may have been piling up for a while. Whether you're battling depression, anxiety, grief, or changes in life, I'm here to help. I've worked with children, teens and adults in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, where they work to sort out their struggles. I have seen the damage trauma can do to relationships, but have also seen the power in connecting with others.

Life can be difficult—full of struggles, challenges, changes, and the unexpected. We keep these events in our minds, whether at the front to consciously influence all of our decisions, or packed away in a box in a corner, to be dealt with ‘in the future’. When your box begins to overflow or you realize that it is time to open it, I’m here to help you unpack, sort, and re-pack the box. My goal is to help you regain control of the box, so that the box no longer controls you.

Anxiety can be an encompassing experience, affecting not just your thoughts and emotions, but your physical well-being too. It often creates a pervasive sense of unease that can make day-to-day life feel more challenging. You’ll often feel out of control, simply reacting to the troubles around you. But you don’t have to live like this forever.

There are times in our lives when it is necessary to seek help from a qualified mental health professional. Grief, stress, and changes in mood and health are issues that touch every life. Many individuals and couples from Longview and the surrounding communities have made tremendous changes in just a few sessions. Others, with more serious and long-standing issues, benefit from longer-term counseling and support from a therapist. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I primarily practice Cognitive Therapy, which is a form of therapy that explores the relationship between our thoughts, actions, and feelings.

Life is full of challenges and opportunities to grow. When we feel safe and secure enough to be honest with ourselves and others about what we are experiencing and what we truly value, we are more likely to be able to overcome challenges and live a more fulfilling and peaceful life. Most of us want authentic meaningful relationships, to embrace all that life has to offer, to be able to manage and learn from mistakes and difficult times, and to live a life that we can one day look back on and feel content and proud. However, often we find ourselves feeling stuck or lost along that journey and in need of some support and connection.

I have over 20 years of experience. My specialities include intensive one on one therapy, trauma and family and marriage counseling. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I am a Clinical Social Work Supervisor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I address addiction, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, sleep, sports, and weight loss management. I teach coping skills, communication skills, healthy relationships, positive mindset & help motivate clients to make change. I have a certification in PTSD and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. I use CBT to assist clients in meeting their needs and goals.

To all you Texas queerdos, weirdos, gamers, & outsiders, I challenge you to embrace & value your "other-ness." You may have been told you're wrong, strange, stupid, immature, selfish, etc. since you can first remember. You may think you need to constantly change yourself & what you're doing to please others - or even exist among others. You may feel you're too needy, high-maintenance, or [messed]-up compared to others around you. I see you. You don't have to keep relentlessly trying to make it on your own - this isn't a From Software game after all!

Seeking help and finding the right therapist for you can be a daunting and challenging process. The key to positive, lasting change is finding a therapist who will tailor your treatment based on your individual needs and strengths, and help you overcome the behaviors and thoughts that are getting in your way. You need someone who will listen and understand you without judgment, support you through these changes, be honest with you, and challenge you when needed.