Therapists in Allen, TX

New Clients Welcome! Sometimes you can be in a room full of people and feel totally alone. You tell yourself that if anyone else knew your struggles they wouldn’t understand, they'd tell you to “get over it” or worse, they would reject you completely. We often strive to prove our value as people through achievement or by doing for others, and we lose sight of who we are and what we want. You deserve a space where you can be truly seen, heard, and accepted as you are where you're at; counseling can be that place.

I am a Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the mental health field for 7 years. I work with women ages 18-35. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and other evidence-based treatments to adults with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, stress, eating disorders, depression, and relationship problems. I try to build on an individual's strengths and individualize therapy to each person's needs.

Taking new clients! - As a Pakistani-American Muslim woman, my overlapping identities enable me to empathize extremely well with my clients, particularly women of color. I approach therapy with a culturally aware and strengths-based lens that incorporates mindfulness and person-centered therapy. My passion lies in allowing clients to reach deep into themselves to explore hidden potential and develop healthy coping skills to help break the patterns they may find themselves in.

In life, we typically feel happiest when things are going exactly as we expect. Unfortunately, life and relationships rarely play out this way; leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and powerless to meet our everyday challenges. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and adolescents who want to explore how to get unstuck and move forward. I have worked closely with children and adults struggling through various crises, including: grief, ADHD, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, identity, regulating emotions, self harm, trauma, and a wide array of other challenges.

Life is often the most stressful when things are unpredictable and out of our control. So, it's not unusual, with the state of the world today, we might be feeling more stressed than we normally do. Things you've been able to cope with in the past you might be finding more difficult to handle. In times like these, we have to focus on what we can control and learn to cope with things we can't change. My role is to assist you in the process

I am a LPC & am currently working towards my Ph.D in Counselor Education specializing in Marital & Family Counseling. I am a 1st Gen Pakistani Muslim American. My personal struggles help me understand 1st hand the struggles of juggling various identities & being able to feel comfortable within your own skin.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1990. I spent 20 years in sales and business before completing my Masters degree Educational Psychology-Counseling in 2010 from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. My experience in business and counseling has given me the opportunity to treat a diversified clientele including: individuals, families, couples: male or female, adolescent to adult and affluent to impoverished.

You feel ready for change but keep finding yourself stuck dealing with the same issues. Pushing through anxiety and past trauma and toughing it out may have worked for a while but you have a feeling there is something more for you. Working together, I will help you gain the tools for handling what you are experiencing and insight for navigating this stage of life. Your unique experiences, characteristics, strengths, and needs will guide our work. My approach is to come alongside in a way that is free from shame and judgment while creating a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment.

I believe true healing involves hard-work, a dose of self-awareness and the diligence to see oneself as being capable of it. Let me help you get to that place using congruence, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. As a Client Centered Therapist, I seek to assist you with addressing the concerns, acknowledging the needs and identifying the goals specific to your overall idea of mental wellness. My experience ranges from ages 7-65+ in different levels of severity.

"Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny" (C.S. Lewis). Often, life stressors can be so overwhelming and we lose sight of ourselves within the stress. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you through such stressors, and eventually overcome them. Whether, this is going through a life-altering event, overcoming trauma, or just finding ways to manage your life, I am committed to helping you find that happiness at the end.

I know it might not feel like it at times, but being miserable is optional! Life is too short to spend it being stuck in that place... There IS hope, and making an appointment is a great step towards your new future. In addition to working with depression and anxiety, I specialize in helping clients with addictions, eating disorders, and self-harm issues break free from these destructive, but powerful patterns. If you can relate to being stuck in some (or all) of those, I can help! My years of clinical experience have allowed me to work with people of all ages, races, genders, body sizes, and sexual orientations.

Are you struggling in your relationship? Or in the bedroom? Do you wish to improve your communication? Or do you need help with overcoming a sexual problem and making your sex life more exciting? Would you like to learn a better way to manage conflict in your relationship and rebuild emotional connection with your partner? Is sex, or lack of it, a source of worry or tension in your life? Do you feel lonely, disconnected or having the same fight frequently? Have you tried varied solutions unsuccessfully? Do you now worry about the future of your relationship? Whether you have a sexual concern or a relationship problem, I can help.

Immediate Availability in the ALLEN office to process recent events. Allison offers Individual, Marriage, Family or Faith Based Counseling to adults and adolescents. Anxiety and depression are epidemics in our society and you can learn how to overcome them throughout the counseling process. We will examine core beliefs, emotional wounds and negative self talk. You can realize self worth and find purpose while changing from hurting to healthy. Allison embraces Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy (you tell your story), and Solution Focused Therapy. Allison can also incorporate spirituality into the counseling process.

I firmly believe in meeting the client in where they are in their life’s journey, creating a place free of judgment or barriers. I believe everyone has the chance for personal growth and can benefit from therapy. The mind can create cognitive distortions, inaccurate thoughts that produce negative emotions. My belief is that challenging those negative thoughts at their onset is the best line of defense to keep you from reinforcing the negative thought pattern.

Working with children began at the young age of 16 and has continued through all educational experiences. Children show so much emotion through their play that it is sometimes hard for the parents to catch onto their children's emotions and feelings. I hope to be that person that is there for the child/adolescent/teenager through all aspects of their life that can be a listening ear and someone they can lean on when they can't tell their family what is going on. I also hope to work collaboratively with the parents/guardians in helping maintain what is learned in the room, into the outside world.

I want to sit with you and hear your story. My name is Courtney and I am committed to helping individuals, adolescents, and adults in various life stages who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and death, ADHD (including time management planning), and special needs. I have received additional training in working with individuals that have experienced Trauma and Complex Trauma, Grief and Loss, individuals on the Autism Spectrum, and ADHD.

I believe that all people have an innate ability to heal and grow under the right conditions. I practice from a person-centered foundation while utilizing CBT interventions in session to enact self- acceptance and provide clients the tools needed for change. I strive to make conversations about mental health and self-care relatable, safe, fun, and empowering. I believe it is a privilege to gently and genuinely hold space for and guide clients through some of the most significant, or potentially difficult, experiences of their lives while collaboratively working towards self-growth and healing.

Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.

Welcome to a space of renewal, healing and growth. Change is possible! I tailor treatment plans to the unique needs of each person, couple and family. I love meeting new clients and beginning the process of helping you achieve your goals, whatever they may be. I love working with ages 8-80. My practice is LGBT affirming and welcoming. I work very well with pre-teens and teens. Virtual sessions available for anyone age 16 or older.