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Danielle C Batchelor
CHWC, LMC, ALM
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I love working with women, parents, and educators juggling work-life demands, and adolescents/young-adults adjusting to adulthood. We each have a fundamental need for connection, autonomy, and belonging. Motivation and behavior are specific and variable. I listen, reflect, and ask questions. I translate the science of wellbeing into actionable practices to help clients connect their needs, values, and strengths with their actions and visions; to raise consciousness, cultivate emotional intelligence, explore limiting beliefs, master mindsets, build relational life skills, lean into their purposes; live, love, and lead with intention.
I love working with women, parents, and educators juggling work-life demands, and adolescents/young-adults adjusting to adulthood. We each have a fundamental need for connection, autonomy, and belonging. Motivation and behavior are specific and variable. I listen, reflect, and ask questions. I translate the science of wellbeing into actionable practices to help clients connect their needs, values, and strengths with their actions and visions; to raise consciousness, cultivate emotional intelligence, explore limiting beliefs, master mindsets, build relational life skills, lean into their purposes; live, love, and lead with intention.
(346) 209-0151 View (346) 209-0151
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Rosalie W Hyde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced trauma therapist: with a psychodynamic, relational, stage based lens through which I help my patients understand that the problems they experience in the here and now, including depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, are often rooted in their overwhelming life experience.
In this time of crisis and fear that the whole world is experiencing, I think that I must first address how any person who comes to me is coping, how she/he is managing safety and fears for her/himself and his/her family. We cannot dissociate what is happening to all of us now because that replicates what may have happened to many of us in some distant past traumatic experience: Not to talk about what happened. My clients often have struggled with similar problems for years, often working hard in therapy, but not fully understanding the link between their struggles and their experiences in the past.
I am an experienced trauma therapist: with a psychodynamic, relational, stage based lens through which I help my patients understand that the problems they experience in the here and now, including depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, are often rooted in their overwhelming life experience.
In this time of crisis and fear that the whole world is experiencing, I think that I must first address how any person who comes to me is coping, how she/he is managing safety and fears for her/himself and his/her family. We cannot dissociate what is happening to all of us now because that replicates what may have happened to many of us in some distant past traumatic experience: Not to talk about what happened. My clients often have struggled with similar problems for years, often working hard in therapy, but not fully understanding the link between their struggles and their experiences in the past.
(713) 338-9049 View (713) 338-9049
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Jenny Sorensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Many of my clients struggle with addiction, relational, or other issues typically resulting from maladaptive coping skills.
With over 31 years in 12-Step recovery, I felt called to this profession. I believe that my own personal struggle with addiction and childhood trauma helps me meet my clients with a sense compassion and hope for what recovery can offer.
Many of my clients struggle with addiction, relational, or other issues typically resulting from maladaptive coping skills.
With over 31 years in 12-Step recovery, I felt called to this profession. I believe that my own personal struggle with addiction and childhood trauma helps me meet my clients with a sense compassion and hope for what recovery can offer.
(713) 766-1737 View (713) 766-1737
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Tammany Girten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
My approach is relational, compassionate, and curious.
Maybe you're newly single, or new to town, and you despair because you're lonely, you feel lost, and you wonder if things will ever get better. Perhaps you have a history of complicated relationships, and you've noticed you repeat the same cycle but can't stop. Or could it be you say yes... to everything and everyone, and now you're burned out and resentful. Getting up in the morning is a struggle. You're on the verge of crying. You're lashing out. Whatever is going on, your situation is leaving you anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless at times. Sometimes life circumstances feel overwhelming, confusing, or just plain hard.
My approach is relational, compassionate, and curious.
Maybe you're newly single, or new to town, and you despair because you're lonely, you feel lost, and you wonder if things will ever get better. Perhaps you have a history of complicated relationships, and you've noticed you repeat the same cycle but can't stop. Or could it be you say yes... to everything and everyone, and now you're burned out and resentful. Getting up in the morning is a struggle. You're on the verge of crying. You're lashing out. Whatever is going on, your situation is leaving you anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless at times. Sometimes life circumstances feel overwhelming, confusing, or just plain hard.
(512) 399-1436 View (512) 399-1436
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Krisztina Petho-Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CIMHP, ICCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
(832) 981-4682 View (832) 981-4682
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Dr. Melanie Gregg
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you concerned that your child is stressed, worried and just not themselves? Have you tried to solve the problems in your family on your own and realized you and your child need more support? Want your teen to be more confident and connected? I'm passionate about working with tweens and teens through the tough stuff of their lives -anxiety, depression, friendship/relational skills, emotional dysregulation, difficult family dynamics, perfectionism, and gender identity concerns. I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you and your child/teen with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges.
Are you concerned that your child is stressed, worried and just not themselves? Have you tried to solve the problems in your family on your own and realized you and your child need more support? Want your teen to be more confident and connected? I'm passionate about working with tweens and teens through the tough stuff of their lives -anxiety, depression, friendship/relational skills, emotional dysregulation, difficult family dynamics, perfectionism, and gender identity concerns. I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you and your child/teen with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges.
(713) 714-1355 View (713) 714-1355
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Summer Danner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults with relational challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and addictions. You may be experiencing difficult patterns in your relationships, intimacy issues, self-esteem concerns, anger, and/or addictive behaviors. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who have achieved professional success but are suffering and/or dissatisfied in other facets of their lives. I also have a passion for working with veterans, including those from the special operations community, and their families.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults with relational challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and addictions. You may be experiencing difficult patterns in your relationships, intimacy issues, self-esteem concerns, anger, and/or addictive behaviors. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who have achieved professional success but are suffering and/or dissatisfied in other facets of their lives. I also have a passion for working with veterans, including those from the special operations community, and their families.
(346) 489-5487 View (346) 489-5487
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Alex Morphew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
I believe that creating relational safety is the anchor of therapy, and I use other modalities in ways that build on this essential foundation.
Hello! I’m Alex, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience working with adults, emerging adults, and adolescents in individual, group, and family settings. I am a queer-identified, HAES aligned, neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. In our space, it is my goal to provide a warm, compassionate, and welcoming place where you can feel safe to share about whatever is coming up for you. I’m passionate about working with women, LGBTQIA+ adults and adolescents, neurodivergent individuals, and emerging adults.
I believe that creating relational safety is the anchor of therapy, and I use other modalities in ways that build on this essential foundation.
Hello! I’m Alex, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience working with adults, emerging adults, and adolescents in individual, group, and family settings. I am a queer-identified, HAES aligned, neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. In our space, it is my goal to provide a warm, compassionate, and welcoming place where you can feel safe to share about whatever is coming up for you. I’m passionate about working with women, LGBTQIA+ adults and adolescents, neurodivergent individuals, and emerging adults.
(512) 690-4904 View (512) 690-4904
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Alice Deeds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
My therapy style is relational and connection based.
My primary therapeutic focus is to help children, adults, and families work through problems to achieve their goals and succeed. I work with adults with ADD, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, self-harm, behavioral issues, school trouble, learning disabilities, and adjustment problems. I also worked in the school setting as a teacher and guidance counselor with over 18 years of experience working with children and families.
My therapy style is relational and connection based.
My primary therapeutic focus is to help children, adults, and families work through problems to achieve their goals and succeed. I work with adults with ADD, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, self-harm, behavioral issues, school trouble, learning disabilities, and adjustment problems. I also worked in the school setting as a teacher and guidance counselor with over 18 years of experience working with children and families.
(512) 764-3156 View (512) 764-3156
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Ashlee Knight
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Are you frustrated by the quality of the relationships in your life? I help individuals and couples seeking reconnection, conflict management, communication skills, deeper intimacy, and a general sense of understanding how their past impacts their current relational patterns. Relational healing and emotional connectivity makes our experience of partnership much more fulfilling, which impacts every other area of our lives. Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and trauma-informed & attachment based techniques, our work together can transform your understanding of each other as well as the quality of your life together.
Are you frustrated by the quality of the relationships in your life? I help individuals and couples seeking reconnection, conflict management, communication skills, deeper intimacy, and a general sense of understanding how their past impacts their current relational patterns. Relational healing and emotional connectivity makes our experience of partnership much more fulfilling, which impacts every other area of our lives. Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and trauma-informed & attachment based techniques, our work together can transform your understanding of each other as well as the quality of your life together.
(206) 457-1478 View (206) 457-1478
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Cheryl Kalinec
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
I use a relational lens to explore how your interactions and emotional connections with others influence your well-being.
We all struggle at times in our lives, that is what makes us human. Sometimes it's hard to ask for help. I offer a safe space to talk through what is happening for you in a non-judgemental way. Together we can take the first step towards a better understanding of yourself and how you relate to the world.
I use a relational lens to explore how your interactions and emotional connections with others influence your well-being.
We all struggle at times in our lives, that is what makes us human. Sometimes it's hard to ask for help. I offer a safe space to talk through what is happening for you in a non-judgemental way. Together we can take the first step towards a better understanding of yourself and how you relate to the world.
(346) 545-5705 View (346) 545-5705
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Toya Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
With a combined relational and person-centered approach, I find value in exploring past relationships while using our therapeutic relationship as an important marker for change.
My ideal client is human; inherently flawed and curious. This human is seeking collaboration, a non-judgmental space in which to grow and thrive. I'd love to support and be a therapeutic guide to the path of healing, reconciliation, acceptance, growth, and forgiveness.
With a combined relational and person-centered approach, I find value in exploring past relationships while using our therapeutic relationship as an important marker for change.
My ideal client is human; inherently flawed and curious. This human is seeking collaboration, a non-judgmental space in which to grow and thrive. I'd love to support and be a therapeutic guide to the path of healing, reconciliation, acceptance, growth, and forgiveness.
(512) 598-5129 View (512) 598-5129
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Ann M Hodges
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Are you having difficulty sleeping? Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or anxious? American's today are reporting more symptoms of distress than any other time since World War II. This emotional distress is effecting your physical well-being. By learning to pause your mind, you can develop empowering coping strategies to help you feel better, sleep better, work more productively and have happier relationships. My experience of over 30 years of traditional psychotherapy, combined with being a certified yoga instructor, and experience with meditation, and mindfulness; we can collaboratively develop multiple strategies to solve your problems and meet your goals.
Are you having difficulty sleeping? Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or anxious? American's today are reporting more symptoms of distress than any other time since World War II. This emotional distress is effecting your physical well-being. By learning to pause your mind, you can develop empowering coping strategies to help you feel better, sleep better, work more productively and have happier relationships. My experience of over 30 years of traditional psychotherapy, combined with being a certified yoga instructor, and experience with meditation, and mindfulness; we can collaboratively develop multiple strategies to solve your problems and meet your goals.
(281) 730-5269 View (281) 730-5269
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Dr. Immigration Evaluations Carolina Jimenez
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
I am a bilingual licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience providing emotion focused therapy in English and Spanish for the treatment of: stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, family of origin and identity concerns, and adjustment and life transitions with an adult population. I understand the cultural factors affecting people's lives. Pressure to prove yourself, wanting to connect with others, balancing work and family responsibilities; these are concerns that my clients often want to address. I can help you feel greater satisfaction in different areas of your life by looking beneath the surface to achieve meaningful change.
I am a bilingual licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience providing emotion focused therapy in English and Spanish for the treatment of: stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, family of origin and identity concerns, and adjustment and life transitions with an adult population. I understand the cultural factors affecting people's lives. Pressure to prove yourself, wanting to connect with others, balancing work and family responsibilities; these are concerns that my clients often want to address. I can help you feel greater satisfaction in different areas of your life by looking beneath the surface to achieve meaningful change.
(281) 709-2933 View (281) 709-2933
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Patricia Trish Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
There are times in our lives that additional support is needed in order to traverse the ups and downs of life's transitions. I specialize in supporting you as you navigate through these life circumstances. In addition, I have an extensive background in serving clients with complex developmental trauma when a more concentrated approach is needed to succeed. If your goal is to make the most of your life and put self-defeating behaviors and thinking behind you, my approach is positive and forward-looking.
There are times in our lives that additional support is needed in order to traverse the ups and downs of life's transitions. I specialize in supporting you as you navigate through these life circumstances. In addition, I have an extensive background in serving clients with complex developmental trauma when a more concentrated approach is needed to succeed. If your goal is to make the most of your life and put self-defeating behaviors and thinking behind you, my approach is positive and forward-looking.
(281) 603-9926 View (281) 603-9926
The Center for PEACE, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, LSOTP, LCDCI, LBSWIPR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
(281) 816-4219 View (281) 816-4219
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Allison Marek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CDWF
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
My clients are bright teens, brilliant young adults, and some of the most loving parents and passionate professionals I know In fact, many of my clients are therapists nurses, or other "helpers" themselves. Some people start therapy seeking relief from anxiety or depression, recovery from an eating disorder, healing from a past hurt, or guidance for a specific issue in the present. In our work together, you will build new skills that foster authenticity, connection and resilience so that you can let go of perfectionism, avoidance, and any other armor that's keeping you stuck in harmful patterns.
My clients are bright teens, brilliant young adults, and some of the most loving parents and passionate professionals I know In fact, many of my clients are therapists nurses, or other "helpers" themselves. Some people start therapy seeking relief from anxiety or depression, recovery from an eating disorder, healing from a past hurt, or guidance for a specific issue in the present. In our work together, you will build new skills that foster authenticity, connection and resilience so that you can let go of perfectionism, avoidance, and any other armor that's keeping you stuck in harmful patterns.
(832) 784-8873 View (832) 784-8873
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Stefanie C Barthmare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
(281) 823-8215 View (281) 823-8215
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Wendy L Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Waitlist for new clients
My client base is adult women. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, abusive relationships, parenting children with learning differences, life transitions, health issues, high risk pregnancy, end of life issues and death. My approach is supportive, insight oriented and empowering. Women often do not acknowledge their unique challenges and assign misplaced emotions and shame to their individual journeys. My goal is to help my clients heal, find meaning and strength in their experiences so that they can fully and authentically embrace the future.
My client base is adult women. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, abusive relationships, parenting children with learning differences, life transitions, health issues, high risk pregnancy, end of life issues and death. My approach is supportive, insight oriented and empowering. Women often do not acknowledge their unique challenges and assign misplaced emotions and shame to their individual journeys. My goal is to help my clients heal, find meaning and strength in their experiences so that they can fully and authentically embrace the future.
(713) 338-9153 View (713) 338-9153
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Stephanie Rose Frey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFC, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
(281) 557-6936 View (281) 557-6936
Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.