Adoption Therapists in Addison, TX
Specializing in those connected to the adoption and foster care community.
Gladney’s Counseling Services promotes meaningful change through trauma-informed therapy. We understand that each client has unique life experiences and offer compassionate, effective care in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Specializing in those connected to the adoption and foster care community.
Gladney’s Counseling Services promotes meaningful change through trauma-informed therapy. We understand that each client has unique life experiences and offer compassionate, effective care in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Claire is an experienced counselor who supports clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Codependency, Attachment Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Addiction, Narcissistic Abuse, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Adoption-Related Challenges, Life Transitions, Sexual Abuse, Marital and Couples Conflict, Divorce Recovery, Family Conflict, Grief, and more.
Claire utilizes evidence-based modalities to help clients work toward their goals, including Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Solution-Focused, & Family Systems Therapy. She is a trained Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for premarital & marital couples, improving communication & connection. Claire approaches therapy with deep respect for her clients.
Claire is an experienced counselor who supports clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Codependency, Attachment Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Addiction, Narcissistic Abuse, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Adoption-Related Challenges, Life Transitions, Sexual Abuse, Marital and Couples Conflict, Divorce Recovery, Family Conflict, Grief, and more.
Claire utilizes evidence-based modalities to help clients work toward their goals, including Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Solution-Focused, & Family Systems Therapy. She is a trained Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for premarital & marital couples, improving communication & connection. Claire approaches therapy with deep respect for her clients.
Welcome, I'm Braden. I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from trauma and move toward integration and wholeness. My approach is grounded in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention), as well as a strong understanding of the latest neuroscience to help you regain balance and inner peace.
Welcome, I'm Braden. I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from trauma and move toward integration and wholeness. My approach is grounded in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention), as well as a strong understanding of the latest neuroscience to help you regain balance and inner peace.
My ideal client is someone seeking meaningful change—whether they’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or family dynamics. They’re ready to explore their inner world, understand their patterns, and grow. They may be facing transitions like postpartum, fertility issues, divorce, or loss, and they need a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard. My humanistic, person-centered approach focuses on each client’s unique potential for growth. I strive to empower clients with tools and insights that foster self-awareness and resilience, helping them build a life aligned with their goals.
My ideal client is someone seeking meaningful change—whether they’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or family dynamics. They’re ready to explore their inner world, understand their patterns, and grow. They may be facing transitions like postpartum, fertility issues, divorce, or loss, and they need a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard. My humanistic, person-centered approach focuses on each client’s unique potential for growth. I strive to empower clients with tools and insights that foster self-awareness and resilience, helping them build a life aligned with their goals.
I have collaborated with a diverse group of individuals. Before starting my private practice, I worked in the non-profit sector, assisting children, the homeless population, and victims of sex and human trafficking. My focus has been on supporting individuals who have experienced childhood trauma as they transition into more effective parenting.
I have collaborated with a diverse group of individuals. Before starting my private practice, I worked in the non-profit sector, assisting children, the homeless population, and victims of sex and human trafficking. My focus has been on supporting individuals who have experienced childhood trauma as they transition into more effective parenting.
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
Jennifer “Jenny Rette” Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
1 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001
Confused? Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working, I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
Confused? Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working, I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
Hi there, I'm Alfred! My years of experience and research-based therapy practices help the client to regain control over their situations and find solutions that meet their goals. You are the expert on you, and you deserve respect and compassion without judgment, no matter the situation. I provide a wide variety of counseling, and my specialties are pornography addiction, marriage and relationship issues, including pre-marriage; anxiety, grief, and stress; Christian issues and church wounding; abusive relationships; and cancer issues. I am a seminary graduate and also provide Christian-based therapy.
Hi there, I'm Alfred! My years of experience and research-based therapy practices help the client to regain control over their situations and find solutions that meet their goals. You are the expert on you, and you deserve respect and compassion without judgment, no matter the situation. I provide a wide variety of counseling, and my specialties are pornography addiction, marriage and relationship issues, including pre-marriage; anxiety, grief, and stress; Christian issues and church wounding; abusive relationships; and cancer issues. I am a seminary graduate and also provide Christian-based therapy.
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
I believe that all individuals, children and adults, can reach their fullest potential when supported within a safe and therapeutic environment. My counseling approach is rooted in person-centered principles, emphasizing the importance of creating a space where clients feel heard, accepted, and empowered to explore their concerns. My goal is to help clients recognize their innate capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
I believe that all individuals, children and adults, can reach their fullest potential when supported within a safe and therapeutic environment. My counseling approach is rooted in person-centered principles, emphasizing the importance of creating a space where clients feel heard, accepted, and empowered to explore their concerns. My goal is to help clients recognize their innate capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
I also have a particular passion for working with youth and families on the journey of fostering and adoption.
My career has been focused on helping clients process through and heal from trauma. Whether you struggle with childhood trauma, life stressors, or were a victim of crime, I am here to empower and strengthen you to begin the healing process. I offer a safe, engaging and calm environment where you are free to open up and be yourself. You are safe here.
I also have a particular passion for working with youth and families on the journey of fostering and adoption.
My career has been focused on helping clients process through and heal from trauma. Whether you struggle with childhood trauma, life stressors, or were a victim of crime, I am here to empower and strengthen you to begin the healing process. I offer a safe, engaging and calm environment where you are free to open up and be yourself. You are safe here.
As human beings, our experiences are unique to us. We experience and view the world from our lens, which impacts how we perceive ourselves and others. Unfortunately, because we are all unique, people around us also develop perceptions about us which may not be an accurate representation of who we are or our true intentions. Sometimes, our perceptions lead to miscommunication and misconceptions; thereby impacting our ability to connect and develop healthy relationships. Typically, perceptions are based on our experiences and our experiences are not always favorable or pleasant.
As human beings, our experiences are unique to us. We experience and view the world from our lens, which impacts how we perceive ourselves and others. Unfortunately, because we are all unique, people around us also develop perceptions about us which may not be an accurate representation of who we are or our true intentions. Sometimes, our perceptions lead to miscommunication and misconceptions; thereby impacting our ability to connect and develop healthy relationships. Typically, perceptions are based on our experiences and our experiences are not always favorable or pleasant.
During my training in play therapy, I have worked with many children experiencing behavioral problems, divorce, depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, adoption, relational problems with peers and siblings, academic issues, trauma, developmental delays, aggression, abandonment, and disruptive behavior.
As a parent, it can be difficult to know what to do when your child or adolescent is experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties. You may often feel helpless and isolated. I can help. I have had extensive training in the field of play therapy, a developmentally appropriate approach to working with children struggling with a variety of issues. Throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment where these issues can be worked out. I will also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with ways to feel more empowered.
During my training in play therapy, I have worked with many children experiencing behavioral problems, divorce, depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, adoption, relational problems with peers and siblings, academic issues, trauma, developmental delays, aggression, abandonment, and disruptive behavior.
As a parent, it can be difficult to know what to do when your child or adolescent is experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties. You may often feel helpless and isolated. I can help. I have had extensive training in the field of play therapy, a developmentally appropriate approach to working with children struggling with a variety of issues. Throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment where these issues can be worked out. I will also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with ways to feel more empowered.
Are you ready to rid of the baggage of trauma, judgment, doubt, anxiety and depression? If so, let's talk! I pride myself in being a very open, nonjudgmental therapist with over 16 years of experience in helping people reach their full potential. I have extensive training and experience in treating childhood trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, survivors of sexual abuse/assault, infertility, addiction, adolescents, and women's issues. I encourage all clients to be their authentic selves in sessions and never feel that they have to hold back anything. My approach is deep, direct, supportive and compassionate.
Are you ready to rid of the baggage of trauma, judgment, doubt, anxiety and depression? If so, let's talk! I pride myself in being a very open, nonjudgmental therapist with over 16 years of experience in helping people reach their full potential. I have extensive training and experience in treating childhood trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, survivors of sexual abuse/assault, infertility, addiction, adolescents, and women's issues. I encourage all clients to be their authentic selves in sessions and never feel that they have to hold back anything. My approach is deep, direct, supportive and compassionate.
You're carrying more than most people know. The anxiety that won't quit. The quiet shame. The relational patterns you keep repeating no matter how aware you are of them. Old wounds have a way of running the show long after you think they should.
Something happened, or finally caught up with you, and you're realizing you can't just push through it anymore. You're not looking for coping tools or psychoeducation. You want to actually get to the root.
You're carrying more than most people know. The anxiety that won't quit. The quiet shame. The relational patterns you keep repeating no matter how aware you are of them. Old wounds have a way of running the show long after you think they should.
Something happened, or finally caught up with you, and you're realizing you can't just push through it anymore. You're not looking for coping tools or psychoeducation. You want to actually get to the root.
I work across the lifespan with individuals, groups, and families. I specialize in play, trauma, and family therapy. I partner with parents and children to support emotional growth, strengthen family bonds, and healing within the family system. My experience includes working with individuals who have experienced trauma, PTSD, or family transitions, as well as with military, foster, and adoptive families. I have experience working with adults facing chronic illness, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I offer a safe, collaborative space that honors each person’s unique needs and goals.
I work across the lifespan with individuals, groups, and families. I specialize in play, trauma, and family therapy. I partner with parents and children to support emotional growth, strengthen family bonds, and healing within the family system. My experience includes working with individuals who have experienced trauma, PTSD, or family transitions, as well as with military, foster, and adoptive families. I have experience working with adults facing chronic illness, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I offer a safe, collaborative space that honors each person’s unique needs and goals.
Clients want to understand their relationships, feel equipped to handle life's stressors and learn how to gain the tools they need to live a functional life. The ideal client is the one who is trying to make amends with past decisions, understand the ebb and flow of setting boundaries, sit through the heavy emotions of grief and loss, and manage the invasive thoughts of doubt, insecurities, fear, or uncertainties. They want to overcome shame, guilt, and despair. Parents want to relate with others who struggle with parenting. Couples want to know if their relationship is repairable.
Clients want to understand their relationships, feel equipped to handle life's stressors and learn how to gain the tools they need to live a functional life. The ideal client is the one who is trying to make amends with past decisions, understand the ebb and flow of setting boundaries, sit through the heavy emotions of grief and loss, and manage the invasive thoughts of doubt, insecurities, fear, or uncertainties. They want to overcome shame, guilt, and despair. Parents want to relate with others who struggle with parenting. Couples want to know if their relationship is repairable.
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Christie Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, ART, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75081
Christie's background in adoption and early training with Dr.
Christie grew up in Dallas, Texas and graduated from TCA, where she met her husband of over 30 years. Together, they have raised four children, including the unique journey of adoptive parenting. With three adult children and one teenager, Christie understands firsthand the complexity and beauty of family life.
Christie earned her BA from The American University in Washington, D.C., and later attended UT-Austin, where she received her Secondary Teacher’s Certificate and taught high school English at Highland Park HS. She eventually returned to school to pursue her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Christie's background in adoption and early training with Dr.
Christie grew up in Dallas, Texas and graduated from TCA, where she met her husband of over 30 years. Together, they have raised four children, including the unique journey of adoptive parenting. With three adult children and one teenager, Christie understands firsthand the complexity and beauty of family life.
Christie earned her BA from The American University in Washington, D.C., and later attended UT-Austin, where she received her Secondary Teacher’s Certificate and taught high school English at Highland Park HS. She eventually returned to school to pursue her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
My clients want tangible tools and healthy ways to relate to themselves individually, and others around them. My training and specialization include relationships, marriage and family therapy, trauma, women’s issues, and adoption-sensitive therapy, including transracial adoption issues.
As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
My clients want tangible tools and healthy ways to relate to themselves individually, and others around them. My training and specialization include relationships, marriage and family therapy, trauma, women’s issues, and adoption-sensitive therapy, including transracial adoption issues.
I have extensive history working working in foster/ adoption.
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Resiliency is our ability to face obstacles and still find a sense of peace within ourselves. Life can be challenging, and it’s okay to ask for support in navigating those struggles
I am passionate about walking alongside children, adolescents, and adults as they find their voice and build strength through adversity. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where the role of the family is just as vital as the individual’s journey.
With extensive experience supporting those who have faced trauma, attachment challenges, anxiety, depression & behavioral concerns I strive to create a compassionate space for healing
I have extensive history working working in foster/ adoption.
New spots open!
Resiliency is our ability to face obstacles and still find a sense of peace within ourselves. Life can be challenging, and it’s okay to ask for support in navigating those struggles
I am passionate about walking alongside children, adolescents, and adults as they find their voice and build strength through adversity. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where the role of the family is just as vital as the individual’s journey.
With extensive experience supporting those who have faced trauma, attachment challenges, anxiety, depression & behavioral concerns I strive to create a compassionate space for healing
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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.