Therapists in Portland, TX

I will put you, the client, your life goals first and help you reach them. We will work together as a team, identifying your goals and using the modalities that I have trained in. I will help you learn tools relevant to your grow. These tools have helped me on my own growth journey as well as the clients that I have worked with. I believe in the value of connecting to the body as a way of healing developmental trauma. This trauma could be manifesting in different ways, physically, mentally, emotionally or a combination of all. My work is grounded in psychological theory, evidence-based practices and incorporates mindfulness.

The most important choice you will ever make is not one you made yesterday, but the one you make today. Tomorrow is in the future, today is now, choose today. The time is now. I empower people to achieve personal, professional, and spiritual growth in their lives. Committed to helping others change their lives by exploring personal strengths. I am a Licensed therapist with over 25 years of mental health experience. Much of this experience was gained during my service in the United States Army serving veterans and their families faced with a wide variety of mental health challenges.

Do you ever just sit back and think to yourself, I really wish I could talk to someone? Someone who I can share my feelings with that is neutral yet trusting and warm? If the answer is yes then you've found that person in me. Life can be challenging and it can leave you feeling like you are jumping through hoops just to get by; having someone to help you manage those situations makes it easier. I provide a safe environment where you can feel free to express yourself without judgment. We can work together to achieve your goals...therapy goals...for positive change.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from all cultural backgrounds and from all walks of life. I offer outreach therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. After graduate school, I moved to Massachusetts, where I worked in both the traditional office setting, and in outreach, where I counseled clients in their homes. My lifelong love and appreciation for the outdoors called me to make a bold move to Montana. This is where I was exposed to the many opportunities to use my love of the outdoors to enrich the therapeutic process.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a unique skill set when working with people. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals and families experiencing various types of abuse and neglect. Therefore, I understand generational patterns of abuse and the effects trauma has on one's life, whether in the past, or with present trauma. In my career working with families, I understand the mental health concerns that individuals struggle with and the outcomes when left untreated.

I am committed to helping teens, young adults, individuals, couples, marriages and families to reach their fullest potential, by providing the tools necessary to survive and thrive in life's struggles and challenges. I believe that everyone is worthy and capable, of living a life that they love, so I focus on moving away from self-defeating ways, gaining perspective, and increasing insight. As therapist and client, we can work together to see these changes impact your life in a way that produces resolution and restoration. My goal is to reach marriages, and to restore families. My mission is to build bridges one family at a time.

We all connect in various ways and seek to be understood. My first focus is to establish a good rapport and discover what your mental health needs are through Person Centered Therapy. As we unravel your challenges, my desire is that you feel comforted, clarified, and challenged to grow. The cumulative nature of positive support, mutual observations, and path to self discovery, will allow us to explore treatment options that work. Consultations are FREE. I look forward to speaking with you!

Dr. Claudia Ikonomopoulos is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Texas. She is passionate about serving others and meeting the needs within her community. She has worked in private practice and various agencies providing individual counseling to children, adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral and emotional needs. Dr. Ikonomopoulos’ goal is to provide a safe, trauma-informed environment for anyone seeking therapy. If you are looking for a counselor whether in person or online consider Dr. Claudia Ikonomopoulos. She is accepting new clients and she is excited to walk with you on your journey.

We are not your average counseling practice. At Counseling4Life we understand our clients' need to find quality care at an affordable price. Our therapists are dedicated to assisting individuals, families, children, and teens in overcoming life's challenges and struggles, rebuilding and strengthening relationships, and experiencing deeper satisfaction in one's life. We meet our clients in a safe and encouraging therapy atmosphere that promotes laughter and healing for all!

I have a strong desire to help those who have suffered trauma of any kind and I am certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy) for children under the age of 18. My work experiences include Residential Behavioral Health, Elementary Schools, and Child Advocacy Centers. With these experiences, I have gained knowledge of child and adolescent trauma and the full family dynamic.

Dr. Flamez has a strong base of counseling experience working with adults and child in a wide variety of settings. Specialty areas include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, general mood disorders, ptsd, borderline personality disorder, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder. She is also experienced in the areas of premarital & family therapy. Dr. Flamez has coauthored 8 books and has served as President for the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors.

Deciding to seek counseling is difficult, but it is the first step towards making positive changes in your life. It is a means to develop insight that can then help you grow in new, positive ways. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider, I can help guide you towards the resolution of problems of an emotional or interpersonal nature. I can assist you towards gaining empowerment over your life and your decisions in a safe, therapeutic and supportive atmosphere.

Do you find yourself struggling in your relationships, worrying all the time, or dealing with depression? Perhaps you have a loved one struggling with similar issues. Facing these current struggles can be painful, scary and overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. I am interested in joining you to face these current struggles and find solutions tailored to your unique circumstance.

Are you a basically good person to whom something bad has happened? Are you looking for Relief and true answers from within? Do you want someone who truly cares, listens with understanding and empathy and doesn't rush right in to tell you how to resolve things? You deserve results based upon your efforts. Studies have shown that the two greatest predictors of therapy success are (1) a motivated client such as yourself; reaching out, and connecting and (2) an experienced therapist such as myself; licensed and in Private Practice since 1994. Throughout this time I have enjoyed seeing the strengths and best in each individual client.

I partner with the Holy Spirit to help heal hearts and minds, one session at a time. When we carry old and unhealed wounds, they leak poison into us and those around us. This is why hurt people, hurt people. Broken people, break things and other people. But, healed people, Heal People! I utilize evidence based best practices to help clients identify, explore, process, challenge, and heal from their past hurts and suffering. I greatly look forward to coming along side you on your journey to sound mental health and healing. Together, we can help you start living your best life, in the peace and joy we were created to receive.

As a client reflects over their lives, their relationships, and their choices, they sometimes want MORE from life! I encourage clients to find their ideal life and not to live it as others want them to . I’m my practice, clients are able to learn to trust in themselves by looking deeper into their soul and recognizing the things that bring them more happiness and peace. Let’s take this journey to restore happiness and peace in your life and your relationships, so you can have MORE in this lifetime!

Tired of being tired, feeling helpless, hopeless, empty? Life is feeling overwhelming or unmanageable? I understand and I’m here to say it doesn’t have to be that way. This is a difficult step, accepting that something needs to change. Together we will navigate through all the things that are forming a barrier to your ability to feel whole.