LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Aledo, TX
People come to me often feeling stuck and unsure about how to move forward with compassion and connection in their relationship. Since 2016 I have provided psychotherapy to help people improve their overall well-being and relationship health. I feel passionate about serving my community as an mental health advocate, and provide services related to sexual health, relationship dynamics, and collaborative shame-free care. If you're feeling stuck and not sure if counseling will help...let me just tell you, you're not alone.
People come to me often feeling stuck and unsure about how to move forward with compassion and connection in their relationship. Since 2016 I have provided psychotherapy to help people improve their overall well-being and relationship health. I feel passionate about serving my community as an mental health advocate, and provide services related to sexual health, relationship dynamics, and collaborative shame-free care. If you're feeling stuck and not sure if counseling will help...let me just tell you, you're not alone.
Dr. Tawni is a highly sought-after health psychologist and transformational coach specializing in relationship issues, marital and premarital coaching, life transitions, stress, and trauma. With advanced degrees in Health Psychology and direct training under renowned leaders Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Vasant Lad, she blends cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), hypnotherapy, somatic techniques, and energy psychology to create fast, lasting results. This unique combo of psychology and holistic Eastern practices accelerates progress for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, burnout, spiritual disconnect and emotional overwhelm.
Dr. Tawni is a highly sought-after health psychologist and transformational coach specializing in relationship issues, marital and premarital coaching, life transitions, stress, and trauma. With advanced degrees in Health Psychology and direct training under renowned leaders Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Vasant Lad, she blends cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), hypnotherapy, somatic techniques, and energy psychology to create fast, lasting results. This unique combo of psychology and holistic Eastern practices accelerates progress for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, burnout, spiritual disconnect and emotional overwhelm.
Supervised By: Jessica Riley-Bolden, MA, LPC-S, CST.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns that are hard to change. You don’t have to navigate that alone. I often work with clients dealing with the many different challenges life has to offer: anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and infidelity.
Therapy is meant to be collaborative, so my priority is tailoring my approach to your goals.
Supervised By: Jessica Riley-Bolden, MA, LPC-S, CST.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns that are hard to change. You don’t have to navigate that alone. I often work with clients dealing with the many different challenges life has to offer: anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and infidelity.
Therapy is meant to be collaborative, so my priority is tailoring my approach to your goals.
If you are struggling with the effects of trauma or abuse, have depression or anxiety, substance abuse issues, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief or any other life issues, there is help and hope for you. Life can be hard, but it can also be wonderful. Counseling can help. I have the utmost respect for my clients and the strength it takes to seek help. I really enjoy working with my clients to help them find solutions to problems they are struggling with. I have daytime and evening appointments available for client convenience, and my office is easy to locate and has private parking and private entry available, if needed.
If you are struggling with the effects of trauma or abuse, have depression or anxiety, substance abuse issues, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief or any other life issues, there is help and hope for you. Life can be hard, but it can also be wonderful. Counseling can help. I have the utmost respect for my clients and the strength it takes to seek help. I really enjoy working with my clients to help them find solutions to problems they are struggling with. I have daytime and evening appointments available for client convenience, and my office is easy to locate and has private parking and private entry available, if needed.
Let's "find the calm" in the "chaos" together. Rediscovery your intuitive self in the challenges of the stress we face.
Let's "find the calm" in the "chaos" together. Rediscovery your intuitive self in the challenges of the stress we face.
Healing begins with connection. I provide a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I rarely offer “advice” because I believe that you have the power to find solutions for your life.
When you visit my in-person office, you’ll usually get to spend time with my therapy-dog-in-training, Oreo Speedwagon, or ”Reo.” Reo takes his job of listening and snuggling very seriously. (He can also stay in his kennel and respect your boundaries when you want him to.) I offer both traditional “talk” therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Healing begins with connection. I provide a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I rarely offer “advice” because I believe that you have the power to find solutions for your life.
When you visit my in-person office, you’ll usually get to spend time with my therapy-dog-in-training, Oreo Speedwagon, or ”Reo.” Reo takes his job of listening and snuggling very seriously. (He can also stay in his kennel and respect your boundaries when you want him to.) I offer both traditional “talk” therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Charity Hagains, MA, LPC-S / Anxiety, Trauma & Burnout Therapy / EMDR / Fort Worth.
On paper, your life works, but internally you’re anxious, overthinking, and exhausted from holding it all together. You may feel stuck in patterns that don’t make sense and don’t change. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and burnout therapy, helping high-functioning professionals, parents, and young adults understand what’s driving their stress and actually change it. We focus on reducing anxiety, breaking patterns, and helping you feel more in control. We focus on real, lasting change.
Charity Hagains, MA, LPC-S / Anxiety, Trauma & Burnout Therapy / EMDR / Fort Worth.
On paper, your life works, but internally you’re anxious, overthinking, and exhausted from holding it all together. You may feel stuck in patterns that don’t make sense and don’t change. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and burnout therapy, helping high-functioning professionals, parents, and young adults understand what’s driving their stress and actually change it. We focus on reducing anxiety, breaking patterns, and helping you feel more in control. We focus on real, lasting change.
Alexandra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT™, EMDR
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Working with children, adolescents, and adults, I utilize solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and expressive arts to tailor sessions to meet the needs of each individual client.
Working with children, adolescents, and adults, I utilize solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and expressive arts to tailor sessions to meet the needs of each individual client.
The decision to begin counseling can be difficult and finding the right therapist can be overwhelming. I am a generalist who enjoys working with a wide range of people. I provide a supportive counseling environment where clients can feel safe to explore the challenges in their lives and begin to make the changes to live happier, healthier lives. I strive to meet every client where they are emotionally and to always base our work on respect and collaboration. My goal is to help each client regain a sense of strength, control and satisfaction in his or her life.
The decision to begin counseling can be difficult and finding the right therapist can be overwhelming. I am a generalist who enjoys working with a wide range of people. I provide a supportive counseling environment where clients can feel safe to explore the challenges in their lives and begin to make the changes to live happier, healthier lives. I strive to meet every client where they are emotionally and to always base our work on respect and collaboration. My goal is to help each client regain a sense of strength, control and satisfaction in his or her life.
I have extensive experience working with adults, emerging adults and college students, and LGBTQ+.
I believe psychotherapy should be a transformational experience. We can get stuck in patterns of relating and being that, at one time, were adaptive and protective, but no longer help us to be our best selves. Psychotherapy helps us understand those patterns, develop strategies to disrupt them, and create new ways of being and relating that get us closer to our personal and professional goals.
I have extensive experience working with adults, emerging adults and college students, and LGBTQ+.
I believe psychotherapy should be a transformational experience. We can get stuck in patterns of relating and being that, at one time, were adaptive and protective, but no longer help us to be our best selves. Psychotherapy helps us understand those patterns, develop strategies to disrupt them, and create new ways of being and relating that get us closer to our personal and professional goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, past trauma, life transitions, or disconnection in your relationships? You’re not alone, and don’t have to navigate this by yourself in pieces or survival mode. I hold a space grounded in wholeness, where all parts of you are welcome and met with compassion. Using the transformative practices of Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and intuitive resonance, I help individuals like you move beyond old survival patterns and into alignment with your true self. Together, we’ll gently explore and heal the parts of you that carry pain, protection, or confusion. You are not broken. You are becoming.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, past trauma, life transitions, or disconnection in your relationships? You’re not alone, and don’t have to navigate this by yourself in pieces or survival mode. I hold a space grounded in wholeness, where all parts of you are welcome and met with compassion. Using the transformative practices of Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and intuitive resonance, I help individuals like you move beyond old survival patterns and into alignment with your true self. Together, we’ll gently explore and heal the parts of you that carry pain, protection, or confusion. You are not broken. You are becoming.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** In-person in Crowley, Texas and Telehealth in all of Texas and Nevada. It's time. Time to LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE. Whether it's finding the courage to work through your anxiety and worries, a heartbreak or loss, confidently face opposition or productively express anger, or try to make sense of an injurious past, you are not alone. We'll identify and address what's preventing you from reaching your full potential, participating in and living your best life.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** In-person in Crowley, Texas and Telehealth in all of Texas and Nevada. It's time. Time to LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE. Whether it's finding the courage to work through your anxiety and worries, a heartbreak or loss, confidently face opposition or productively express anger, or try to make sense of an injurious past, you are not alone. We'll identify and address what's preventing you from reaching your full potential, participating in and living your best life.
Therapy is for you! So, I want to truly hear you, make you feel valued, and empathetically empower you to embrace and express your most authentic self as we collaboratively nurture a full and meaningful life—whatever this means for you. I not only believe you possess the capacity for positive transformation, but I also believe you are worthy of genuine loving-kindness, inner tranquility, and the opportunity to grow and go whichever direction fills your soul’s cup. As such, I cultivate a safe and validating space in which you can heal, change, unwind, vent, self-care, or whatever else you may need.
Therapy is for you! So, I want to truly hear you, make you feel valued, and empathetically empower you to embrace and express your most authentic self as we collaboratively nurture a full and meaningful life—whatever this means for you. I not only believe you possess the capacity for positive transformation, but I also believe you are worthy of genuine loving-kindness, inner tranquility, and the opportunity to grow and go whichever direction fills your soul’s cup. As such, I cultivate a safe and validating space in which you can heal, change, unwind, vent, self-care, or whatever else you may need.
Struggling with a relationship? Feeling down? Don’t know what direction you’re going anymore? We understand life and relationships can be challenging. But, we also know there can be solutions and easier ways to handle difficult things. You don’t have to keep going around in circles. We can help guide you through the process so you can get back on track and feel good again.
Struggling with a relationship? Feeling down? Don’t know what direction you’re going anymore? We understand life and relationships can be challenging. But, we also know there can be solutions and easier ways to handle difficult things. You don’t have to keep going around in circles. We can help guide you through the process so you can get back on track and feel good again.
Have you experienced significant life events that have left deep emotional scars, such as abuse, loss, or violence? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or attachment difficulties in relationships? Do you often struggle with trust, self-esteem, and feelings of helplessness?
My name is Liz Mederos. I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas. I specialize in guiding adults and teens through the complexities of trauma, addiction, relationship attachment issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and PTSD.
Have you experienced significant life events that have left deep emotional scars, such as abuse, loss, or violence? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or attachment difficulties in relationships? Do you often struggle with trust, self-esteem, and feelings of helplessness?
My name is Liz Mederos. I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas. I specialize in guiding adults and teens through the complexities of trauma, addiction, relationship attachment issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and PTSD.
As a communication and attachment specialist, I utilize evidenced-based treatment to help you communicate in a way your partner can hear. I guide you both to reconnect and reestablish trust. I am trained in cutting edge treatment modalities for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) for both individuals and couples so it can go into remission and you can live your life rather than just manage symptoms.
As a communication and attachment specialist, I utilize evidenced-based treatment to help you communicate in a way your partner can hear. I guide you both to reconnect and reestablish trust. I am trained in cutting edge treatment modalities for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) for both individuals and couples so it can go into remission and you can live your life rather than just manage symptoms.
As a therapist, I am trained in theories and techniques of counseling. However, it is the all important interaction between the client and myself where the art of therapy exists. This art is the rapport established by my value for each client and a high regard for the distinctive qualities they bring to the sessions and their own unique experiences. My practice includes: divorce, pre-marital, marital, family dynamic issues with specialization in life changes from traumatic violence & sexual abuse/dysfunctions & addictions. I believe in encountering clients where they are, with humble respect for what they bring into sessions.
As a therapist, I am trained in theories and techniques of counseling. However, it is the all important interaction between the client and myself where the art of therapy exists. This art is the rapport established by my value for each client and a high regard for the distinctive qualities they bring to the sessions and their own unique experiences. My practice includes: divorce, pre-marital, marital, family dynamic issues with specialization in life changes from traumatic violence & sexual abuse/dysfunctions & addictions. I believe in encountering clients where they are, with humble respect for what they bring into sessions.
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Whether you’re neurodivergent, queer, or simply human and overwhelmed, you deserve a space where healing moves at your pace and each session ends with tools to help you feel grounded and supported.
I use EMDR along with mindfulness, body-based, and acceptance-focused tools to help you feel safe and steady. Every session includes practical ways to regulate your nervous system, so you leave feeling calmer, more supported, and better equipped to handle what comes next.
Whether you’re neurodivergent, queer, or simply human and overwhelmed, you deserve a space where healing moves at your pace and each session ends with tools to help you feel grounded and supported.
I use EMDR along with mindfulness, body-based, and acceptance-focused tools to help you feel safe and steady. Every session includes practical ways to regulate your nervous system, so you leave feeling calmer, more supported, and better equipped to handle what comes next.
As an LGBTQ+ specialist, I work heavily with gender dysphoria and am one of few people that can treat it with EMDR.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
As an LGBTQ+ specialist, I work heavily with gender dysphoria and am one of few people that can treat it with EMDR.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate a sense of meaning and vibrance in their lives. So many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed by the weight of the world. Whether you are grappling with the reality of oppression, a life transition, terminal illness, grief, trauma recovery, identity exploration, or a spiritual concern, I want to walk with you as you make sense of your relationship to yourself and the world.
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate a sense of meaning and vibrance in their lives. So many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed by the weight of the world. Whether you are grappling with the reality of oppression, a life transition, terminal illness, grief, trauma recovery, identity exploration, or a spiritual concern, I want to walk with you as you make sense of your relationship to yourself and the world.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.