Therapists in Houston, TX

“Your mental health is everything — prioritize it. Make the time like your life depends on it because it does.” — Mel Robbins. I believe that I didn't choose to be a mental health professional, the profession chose me. I remember helping my friends in High school with their traumas and life transition issues. The ability to connect and make people feel comfortable talking to me about their personal stories took me on this professional path. What I love the most about being a mental health professional is having the opportunity and privilege of being a part of people’s journeys.

Throughout the course of my career thus far I have had the pleasure of working with individuals across the life span. What this means is that I see children all the way through adulthood. I have assisted children and adults who are struggling with ailments such as anxiety, self esteem, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, identity, relational stress, behavioral problems, and trauma. I utilize CBT, DBT, and ACT with my adult clients and integrative play therapy with my child clients. I love working with clients who are open to change and willing to take the steps needed to reach their goals.

My use of the phrase “Top of the Morning” greeting began in my days in the operating rooms of the Houston Medical Center some twenty years ago. It was a break away from the traditional greetings. This gave birth to the idea we can begin every day over if we are willing to change. "Top of the Morning" greets you with a sense of hope. My practice invites you to an holistic, mind, body and spirit approach to therapy. Together, we can build a safe, confidential, and responsible client therapist relationship.

Hello and thank you for your interest! If you are seeking professional counseling services, you are likely hoping to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from being your best self. My experience in a wide range of clinical settings leaves me well-prepared to help you remove such barriers. I work well with individuals dealing with low mood, history of trauma, stress/anxiety, racial discrimination, and relationship conflict. I'm available during the evenings and weekends. If you are seeking a psychologist that listens, is down to earth, and easy to talk to, keep reading to learn more!

I see individuals, couples and families. I have been a counselor since early 2000 and also began conducting psychological and neuropsychological assessments in 2005. My clients’ ages have ranged from 18 months of age all the way up to 82 years. I have worked extensively with a variety of population groups including sports athletes, law enforcement, domestic violence victims, sexual assault survivors, trauma victims, and traumatic brain injured clients as well. I provide many forms of court ordered evaluations for families in crisis. I am a certified trauma specialist. I also provide EMDR therapy. I hold BBA, Ph.D., CFMHE, & CCCE.

Life, work, and relationships can be filled with many obstacles and challenges at times, leading one to feel stressed, discouraged, and overwhelmed. Experiences you have had may cause feelings of fear, depression, and a loss of direction. From these experiences, certain thoughts and perceptions may have developed that adversely affect your mood and behavior. I utilize a holistic approach from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy using a multitude of techniques to help clients reach their fullest potential.

I work with people from diverse backgrounds: couples, families, individuals and groups -either, in English or Spanish. Issues explored: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma and family dynamics; also, gender roles, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy, sexuality, conflict and self-awareness. I provide my clients with a friendly environment that facilitates exploration, and the possibility of seeing old patterns from a different angle; with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about my client's point of view. I believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.

Hello, and thank you for checking out my profile! I'm very lucky and grateful to say that I found one of the greatest joys of my life through my work as a therapist in the last several years. Each day, I'm grateful for the opportunity to walk with my clients through the toughest parts of life. While I specialize in trauma, I do enjoy working with other struggles as well, such as anxiety and depression. I consider myself to be a therapist who meets clients where they are. I come to you as a fellow human with the respect of knowing that you are the expert on yourself; you just need assistance in moving forward. LGBTQIA+, poly allied.

The journey to do emotional work is not an easy one. I have experienced my own personal work and growth in my life and can meet you in yours in therapy with compassion, vulnerability and empathy. Our life experiences can manifest in many ways and those trauma responses can morph into patterns that leave us feeling powerless and lost. We can be driven by unconscious primary emotions that keep us in a triggered and reactive cycle when we are seeking secure and loving connections. As a change agent and a connection expert, I can assist you in your ability to connect with others and thrive.

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.

Accepting new clients for remote therapy. If you are ready to find some relief, I am here to provide you with coping tools and support to help you regain a sense of well being and positivity.

Dr. Garza-Benavides conducts immigration psychological evaluations via “Simple Practice,” a tele-health program that provides secure video appointments. To schedule for evaluations for immigration proceedings, including extreme hardship, asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, U-Visa, & T-Visa please call 713-817-1596. La Dra. Garza-Benavides hace evaluaciones psicológicas para inmigración por el sistema "Simple Practice". Es un sistema seguro que proporciona citas por video. Para hacer una cita para casos de sufrimiento extremo, asilo, cancelación de deporatación, VAWA, U-Visa, & T-Visa, favor de llamar a 713-817-1596.

Trauma, grief, stress, anxiety and depression can all effect how we view life. The thoughts that run through our minds and feelings in our hearts effect our bodies, behaviors and reactions. The first step to regaining real healthy control over your life is building awareness of your body, emotions, thoughts and behaviors. Learning healthy ways to cope is equally important. There are many moving parts that are crucial for good mental health functioning. Having a treatment plan and an experienced professional to help guide you through all these moving parts will help ease the struggles that go along with your journey.

Welcome! My name is Nicole Iredale, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I work with clients ages 13 and up and specialize in adolescents, young adults, and adults of various backgrounds. My areas of focus include trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, mood disorders (e.g., Bipolar Disorder), working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and Borderline Personality Disorder. My preferred theoretical approaches include DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed therapy, with an eclectic use of techniques under this umbrella.

Let me help you reach your full potential. By providing an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance, we can work on any issues, goals and changes you desire. I strongly believe everyone has the right to chose the path they want to follow in life. Let's explore this path together, identify your strengths, process any difficulties along the way, and optimize your chance of success.

Life, relationships, and trauma can have an impact on the way you perceive yourself and/or the world. If you are interested in reaching goals of self-prioritization, getting the life and relationship you deserve, managing your mental health and healing from past and/or recent life transitions or trauma then start your healing journey today! Every relationship is a teaching relationship, especially the relationship you have with yourself. Your mental health matters. Let's figure out what balance and management means to you.

CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Work Supervisor based out of Texas with more than a decade of professional clinical experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Life is complex and unexpected which can be overwhelming, especially if you are someone who wants to have it all "figured out." I work primarily with young adult females who struggle with anxiety, people pleasing behaviors, trauma, family/relationship issues, etc. You may be someone who presents to the world as being “put together,” but on the inside you feel the complete opposite. Therapy can help make a difference in these areas by uncovering the 'why' behind certain thoughts and behaviors. This increase in self-awareness and understanding can help to make the change that you have been wanting.