Strength-Based Therapists in Amarillo, TX

Spanish sessions available. Are you seeking support and guidance on your journey towards mental well-being? I'm Ilean McCarty, a licensed clinical social worker supervisor, offering personalized and compassionate care through both in person and online session. Tailored to your unique needs, my focus is on empowering individuals through a variety of therapeutic modalities, specializing in addressing challenges such as depression, postpartum depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, geriatric concerns and fostering self-esteem. I am dedicated to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for your healing journey.

Life is tough, but so are YOU! My goal is to help you navigate through difficulties in life, while providing a non-judgemental compassionate environment to feel heard, understood, and accepted. It's my honor and privilege to partner with you to better understand what you're feeling, where the feeling originated from, and how you can move forward in life. A lot of us struggle with things in life that are out of our control. We do have control over our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Whether you prefer in-person sessions at our locations or online through telehealth, we've got you covered. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

Mental health concerns can be difficult, distracting and even exhausting. Doing it alone can become overwhelming. My goal is to create an inviting and nonjudgmental environment in which together, we can explore and actively pursue learning, healing, growth, and obtaining balance in your life. I will meet you where you are and together, we will establish a plan to address your concerns.

Life can be challenging at times. Difficult circumstances can cause us to feel overwhelmed, stressed, or discouraged. We all need support and encouragement at times. As a counselor, I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.Supporting you in identifying your strengths as well as areas you would like to grow is important. Taking the first step to reach out for support can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Immediate openings, including weekends and evenings! Acknowledging mental health is not a personal failure. It is my goal to utilize therapeutic techniques based on the client's presenting struggle. I do not believe counseling is a one size fits all approach. I implement a variety of talk, art, sand, play, and baking techniques to create a safe environment to promote comfortability and ease throughout the therapeutic process. It is my goal to stay true to strengths' and focus on the current thought patterns to help you navigate forward.

Your healing journey is unique and finding a therapist to develop a safe space with is important. You deserve to give yourself the gift of counseling. Therapy can give you the opportunity to learn the tools to help you thrive. When you invest in yourself you provide the opportunity to set & achieve individual therapy goals, increase self-esteem, create a greater sense of worth and safety, implement coping mechanisms, set boundaries, improve your relationships and overall sense of well-being! Your healing is up to you!

My mission as your therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for processing, goal setting, and skills development to help you achieve your goals. Our sessions will serve as a secure environment for processing thoughts aloud, promoting clarity and healing. Together, we will explore the areas you'd like to improve and set attainable goals to guide you on your journey.

(Accepting New Clients!) Using canine interventions, Jordan and LuLu work as a team to help their clients reach goals and discover strengths while overcoming obstacles along the way. They believe that having a positive mindset helps to build on a person's best qualities, find inner strengths, improve resilience, and gain a more positive view on the world.

I am passionate about creating a judgment-free space for people to reach their goals. I believe that we were created to do more than just survive and I desire to see everyone live intentional and meaningful lives. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, esteem, and anger issues. I also have experience working with couples and teens. I am practiced in evidenced based counseling techniques and enjoy bringing a Christian perspective to the counseling setting.

You're at a pivotal moment, seeking clarity in life's tumult. Facing anxiety, addiction, or relationship woes, you aspire for a life where self-esteem thrives and connections deepen. Fueled by the desire for genuine happiness and self-understanding, this isn't just a search for answers but a transformative journey. Ready to face these challenges with resilience, you're on a path to unlock your potential, embracing self-discovery and meaningful relationships, striving for a fulfilling existence that aligns with your deepest aspirations. You're dedicated to growth, embracing this journey with an open heart and focus.

I own Yellow City Playroom: Therapy for kids. I believe that every child is capable of healing. Therapy should be a partnership between therapist and client, and together, we will find a therapeutic method that works well for your family. My primary areas of focus include working with children and families to address needs related to behavioral struggles, depression, anxiety, and relationship disruptions. I believe that play is the universal language of children, and that through play therapy experiences, children are able to make sense of their world and heal.

In today's non-stop world, it is important to take time for your mental health. In our sessions we will explore what you are struggling with and design a personal plan to assist with what might be causing the problem.

I work from a client-centered theoretical approach and practice from a post-modern and philosophically informed lens. My clinical interests include: artistic expression, mindfulness, sexual and gender identity exploration, sex positive approaches, existential questioning, trauma recovery, couples therapy, harm reduction, religious trauma, and body image. I work with individuals and couples. I have also offered groups centering on consent, sexuality, and relationships in local high schools and I have facilitated workshops on music therapy and media literacy.

Waiting list for new clients. Counseling can provide support and skills needed to grow and heal. My goal is to work together to help you accomplish your goals and address your struggles. Each client is an individual person, and I base treatment on your unique needs, goals, and presenting problem. I counsel children, teens, adults, couples, and families.

Are you ready to feel like yourself again? Maybe you're wanting to prioritize your mental health and wellbeing but aren’t quite sure where to start. Do you feel exhausted from taking care of others and neglecting your own needs. You are not alone... Life is filled with many transitions that don’t come with an instruction manual. When we are unprepared for life’s challenges, they can leave us feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Those feelings may affect our relationships, work, self-esteem, and ability to function day to day.

Arlette has dedicated her life to helping others and provides clients with an open space to be heard. Arlette has spent over 12 years in educational and non-profit settings, and now 8 years in private practice. Other notable experiences in her repertoire include leading grief groups, domestic violence groups, substance abuse treatment, and psychoeducation groups for adult probation. Arlette has advocated for her profession in state/local associations, and as President, wrote the bylaws for her local chapter. Arlette strives to expand her knowledge in the field, utilizing only evidence-based practices in psychotherapy.

Heidi has provided counseling services to children, adolescents, couples, individuals and families since 2005. As a Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor, she brings an element of playfulness to all sessions and works from a trauma-informed, strengths based perspective.

Clients who choose to seek counseling are brave. Just realizing that we need someone to walk alongside us as we travel unknown roads and difficult situations is an act of courage. As a therapist, I am passionate about supporting your healing and growth so you can thrive. I aim to be both a companion and one is isn't afraid to ask the hard questions so that you can experience the growth you long for. Families, individuals and young adults alike are welcome into my practice. I have been a counselor for over 25 years with an evolving focus of overcoming trauma and pain in all areas of life.