Marriage Counseling Therapists in Alvarado, TX
Gambles, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Brief Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, and I am EMDR-Trained (must meet the criteria for this approach). For couples, I use Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Gambles, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Brief Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, and I am EMDR-Trained (must meet the criteria for this approach). For couples, I use Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I work with couples/individuals stuck in unhealthy communication patterns, negative thought patterns, and feeling disconnected by helping them to develop secure attachments and safety in their relationships, using EFT and CBT.
Thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can all change, but can you accept that? Or would you prefer a life where things constantly felt "off," and you weren't your best self? And it showed up in many areas of your life. Change can be as simple as being open to growth, healthy communication, self-acceptance, and improving interpersonal relationships.
I work with couples/individuals stuck in unhealthy communication patterns, negative thought patterns, and feeling disconnected by helping them to develop secure attachments and safety in their relationships, using EFT and CBT.
Thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can all change, but can you accept that? Or would you prefer a life where things constantly felt "off," and you weren't your best self? And it showed up in many areas of your life. Change can be as simple as being open to growth, healthy communication, self-acceptance, and improving interpersonal relationships.
I work with women who feel overwhelmed by the pressure to balance career, relationships, and motherhood. Many struggle with anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, or feeling like they’ve lost themselves while caring for everyone else. They want relief from the constant mental load, more confidence, and the ability to set boundaries without guilt. In therapy, we focus on managing anxiety, reducing overwhelm, and helping you reconnect with yourself so you can feel more calm, confident, and balanced in your daily life.
I work with women who feel overwhelmed by the pressure to balance career, relationships, and motherhood. Many struggle with anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, or feeling like they’ve lost themselves while caring for everyone else. They want relief from the constant mental load, more confidence, and the ability to set boundaries without guilt. In therapy, we focus on managing anxiety, reducing overwhelm, and helping you reconnect with yourself so you can feel more calm, confident, and balanced in your daily life.
I utilize several treatment methods including CBT, DBT, Trauma informed therapy, and couples counseling.
Hi, I'm Sondra!
My mission is to help individuals and families improve their lives through effective mental health counseling.
I utilize several treatment methods including CBT, DBT, Trauma informed therapy, and couples counseling.
Hi, I'm Sondra!
My mission is to help individuals and families improve their lives through effective mental health counseling.
My work in counseling has focused heavily on serving those wrestling with anxiety and in walking with couples through marriage difficulties.
For nearly a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with children and adolescents from traumatic backgrounds, including those affected by abuse and neglect. That formative experience shaped my approach to counseling, which emphasizes understanding the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My clinical focus includes the treatment of anxiety-related disorders—such as phobias, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety. I also work with individuals navigating depression and challenges related to ADHD.
My work in counseling has focused heavily on serving those wrestling with anxiety and in walking with couples through marriage difficulties.
For nearly a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with children and adolescents from traumatic backgrounds, including those affected by abuse and neglect. That formative experience shaped my approach to counseling, which emphasizes understanding the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My clinical focus includes the treatment of anxiety-related disorders—such as phobias, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety. I also work with individuals navigating depression and challenges related to ADHD.
At Hope Restored Counseling, I help individuals and couples in Cleburne, Burleson, Joshua, and Alvarado find hope and healing.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a degree from Baylor University. I use a variety of modalities for treatment including EMDR. While I’m trained to help in numerous areas, I specialize in Marriage Counseling, Trauma, Self Esteem, and Spiritual Abuse.
At Hope Restored Counseling, I help individuals and couples in Cleburne, Burleson, Joshua, and Alvarado find hope and healing.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a degree from Baylor University. I use a variety of modalities for treatment including EMDR. While I’m trained to help in numerous areas, I specialize in Marriage Counseling, Trauma, Self Esteem, and Spiritual Abuse.
Are you carrying pain that others can’t see. You may feel alone, stuck in cycles of anxiety, shame, or relationship struggles that keep repeating. Often these patterns begin in environments where emotional needs weren’t fully seen or supported, leaving you in survival mode, overthinking, shutting down, or doubting yourself. Therapy can be a space to understand these patterns with compassion rather than judgment. I help adults explore the roots of these experiences and reconnect with their sense of self so they can move toward greater clarity, balance, and authenticity. I am here to help you through this in a safe space.
Are you carrying pain that others can’t see. You may feel alone, stuck in cycles of anxiety, shame, or relationship struggles that keep repeating. Often these patterns begin in environments where emotional needs weren’t fully seen or supported, leaving you in survival mode, overthinking, shutting down, or doubting yourself. Therapy can be a space to understand these patterns with compassion rather than judgment. I help adults explore the roots of these experiences and reconnect with their sense of self so they can move toward greater clarity, balance, and authenticity. I am here to help you through this in a safe space.
We offer In Person and Virtual appointments for Children, Teens, Adults, and Families.
Our licensed therapists can help you with issues like: Adoption or Foster Care Experiences · Anxiety or Depression · Infertility, Grief and Loss · Parenting Challenges · Relationship Concerns · Stress · Traumatic Events · and more...
Problems rarely just go away on their own, and it feels exhausting to be stuck. You shouldn't have to live like that.
To find relief, schedule an appointment, work with your therapist, and move forward with confidence.
Offices: Waxahachie, San Antonio, and Cypress, Texas and Farmington, Missouri
We offer In Person and Virtual appointments for Children, Teens, Adults, and Families.
Our licensed therapists can help you with issues like: Adoption or Foster Care Experiences · Anxiety or Depression · Infertility, Grief and Loss · Parenting Challenges · Relationship Concerns · Stress · Traumatic Events · and more...
Problems rarely just go away on their own, and it feels exhausting to be stuck. You shouldn't have to live like that.
To find relief, schedule an appointment, work with your therapist, and move forward with confidence.
Offices: Waxahachie, San Antonio, and Cypress, Texas and Farmington, Missouri
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You are exhausted of feeling and thinking the same way. You are someone who wants to change but doesn’t know where to start. You notice your relationships are being affected. You say "I'm fine" but feel the opposite. You find yourself saying you have a "complicated" relationship with your parent(s). You are a person of color and/or queer individual who feels frustrated, sad, or maybe even confused at the state of the world. I will help you “feel lighter”, break patterns, connect with your feelings, discover your values and how to live them out in your relationships, and make the changes necessary to embrace your authentic self.
You are exhausted of feeling and thinking the same way. You are someone who wants to change but doesn’t know where to start. You notice your relationships are being affected. You say "I'm fine" but feel the opposite. You find yourself saying you have a "complicated" relationship with your parent(s). You are a person of color and/or queer individual who feels frustrated, sad, or maybe even confused at the state of the world. I will help you “feel lighter”, break patterns, connect with your feelings, discover your values and how to live them out in your relationships, and make the changes necessary to embrace your authentic self.
With over 10 years of experience, I work with adults and couples who are tired of surviving and ready to feel more grounded, connected, and whole.
I support individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients are high-functioning, capable, and driven—yet privately struggling and feeling alone in it. In our work together, you don’t have to perform or explain yourself away. You get to be honest. You get to breathe and let go.
With over 10 years of experience, I work with adults and couples who are tired of surviving and ready to feel more grounded, connected, and whole.
I support individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients are high-functioning, capable, and driven—yet privately struggling and feeling alone in it. In our work together, you don’t have to perform or explain yourself away. You get to be honest. You get to breathe and let go.
I genuinely care for others and understand that change is difficult. I accept people as they are when they come to me. It is my desire to listen to truly understand you and the story of what has brought you to this point in life. It is my honor to do that and provide an objective perspective to help you move forward..
Whether you're navigating difficult emotions, struggling with relationship issues, or facing challenges like anxiety or depression, I am committed to seeing the best in you and supporting you as you take one step at a time toward what you most want for your life.
I genuinely care for others and understand that change is difficult. I accept people as they are when they come to me. It is my desire to listen to truly understand you and the story of what has brought you to this point in life. It is my honor to do that and provide an objective perspective to help you move forward..
Whether you're navigating difficult emotions, struggling with relationship issues, or facing challenges like anxiety or depression, I am committed to seeing the best in you and supporting you as you take one step at a time toward what you most want for your life.
I provide services for teens, adults and couples in multiple treatment areas such as, anxiety and depression, PTSD, DV, trauma, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, anger management, relationship issues, life challenges, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, work stress, and sport performance therapy.
I provide therapy for a multiple treatment areas such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, family issues, Bipolar disorder, stress management, anger management, men's issues, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, cultural and ethnic issues.
I provide services for teens, adults and couples in multiple treatment areas such as, anxiety and depression, PTSD, DV, trauma, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, anger management, relationship issues, life challenges, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, work stress, and sport performance therapy.
I provide therapy for a multiple treatment areas such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, family issues, Bipolar disorder, stress management, anger management, men's issues, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, cultural and ethnic issues.
I also work with couples who are experiencing challenges in their relationship, this could be due to infidelity, different parenting styles, or struggling to communicate.
Whether you’re dealing with relationship challenges, suffering from anxiety or depression or simply unsure of what's next. I'm here to help you move toward a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life.
I also work with couples who are experiencing challenges in their relationship, this could be due to infidelity, different parenting styles, or struggling to communicate.
Whether you’re dealing with relationship challenges, suffering from anxiety or depression or simply unsure of what's next. I'm here to help you move toward a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life.
Geeks, by traditional definition, are passionate about anthologies and characters from a variety of fictional, fantasy, and virtual formats that are sometimes niche or unpopular, creating feelings of relatedness towards avatar experiences in an often lonely life. . However, with the rise of popular media over the past several years, (e.g. Big Bang Theory, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Marvel’s Avengers, Anime, etc.) self-identification as a “geek” or “nerd” has become more mainstream. We practice this type of therapy and welcome you to come and grow through the practice of Geek Therapy
Geeks, by traditional definition, are passionate about anthologies and characters from a variety of fictional, fantasy, and virtual formats that are sometimes niche or unpopular, creating feelings of relatedness towards avatar experiences in an often lonely life. . However, with the rise of popular media over the past several years, (e.g. Big Bang Theory, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Marvel’s Avengers, Anime, etc.) self-identification as a “geek” or “nerd” has become more mainstream. We practice this type of therapy and welcome you to come and grow through the practice of Geek Therapy
I believe that every person’s life could be a novel. Everyone is born with a set of unique experiences, gifting and personality. Therapy should utilize and capitalize on these unique qualities of each individual. Everyone experiences their own unique set of challenges and triumphs in life. However, sometimes circumstances are more than someone can deal with alone. Friends certainly do help, but certain things should be handled with a caring professional who will work to understand each person’s situation. A good therapist will help to uncover, provide feedback, and talk with each individual about solutions to life’s challenges.
I believe that every person’s life could be a novel. Everyone is born with a set of unique experiences, gifting and personality. Therapy should utilize and capitalize on these unique qualities of each individual. Everyone experiences their own unique set of challenges and triumphs in life. However, sometimes circumstances are more than someone can deal with alone. Friends certainly do help, but certain things should be handled with a caring professional who will work to understand each person’s situation. A good therapist will help to uncover, provide feedback, and talk with each individual about solutions to life’s challenges.
I work with minors who are in 7th grade and older, as well as individuals, couples, and families.
It is my hope to meet you where you're at in your life journey. Asking for help or wanting to change can be an incredibly powerful step. It is my goal to walk alongside you and provide a safe space for growing and healing. It can be difficult to deal with life transitions at any age or stage.
I work with minors who are in 7th grade and older, as well as individuals, couples, and families.
It is my hope to meet you where you're at in your life journey. Asking for help or wanting to change can be an incredibly powerful step. It is my goal to walk alongside you and provide a safe space for growing and healing. It can be difficult to deal with life transitions at any age or stage.
I work with capable, thoughtful adults who are managing a lot on the outside but feeling overwhelmed on the inside. They often struggle with overthinking, emotional overload, or feeling stuck in patterns they cannot shift. Many are balancing responsibilities, relationships, and expectations while quietly carrying too much on their own.
Clients come to me when they want clarity. They may be tired of surface-level conversations or unsure why things are not improving. I help them slow things down, identify patterns, and understand what is actually driving their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can move forward with intention.
I work with capable, thoughtful adults who are managing a lot on the outside but feeling overwhelmed on the inside. They often struggle with overthinking, emotional overload, or feeling stuck in patterns they cannot shift. Many are balancing responsibilities, relationships, and expectations while quietly carrying too much on their own.
Clients come to me when they want clarity. They may be tired of surface-level conversations or unsure why things are not improving. I help them slow things down, identify patterns, and understand what is actually driving their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can move forward with intention.
I’m a LPC, with several years of experience supporting individuals and couples across a wide range of settings—including inpatient and outpatient care.
My goal is to utilize evidence-based treatments to offer an outside perspective, encouragement, and a safe space to process your thoughts and emotions. Therapy can be difficult, it can be easy, and at times, it can be painful. But you don't have to face it alone.
I’m a LPC, with several years of experience supporting individuals and couples across a wide range of settings—including inpatient and outpatient care.
My goal is to utilize evidence-based treatments to offer an outside perspective, encouragement, and a safe space to process your thoughts and emotions. Therapy can be difficult, it can be easy, and at times, it can be painful. But you don't have to face it alone.
I see individuals as young as twelve to ninety-nine years old and couples struggling with vast concerns, from communication issues to complex symptoms of PTSD.
Do you find yourself not living up to the expectations of others, no matter how hard you try? You’re someone who is riddled with anxiety but still finds yourself frozen, feeling fearful of the future and stagnant with your existence in the present. One can struggle with how to show up with oneself or others. But you’re ready to make a change. You're ready to challenge your internal belief system. You’re ready to grow exponentially within your capacity of self. Most of all, rely on your validation of self-worth. I want to help you get there.
I see individuals as young as twelve to ninety-nine years old and couples struggling with vast concerns, from communication issues to complex symptoms of PTSD.
Do you find yourself not living up to the expectations of others, no matter how hard you try? You’re someone who is riddled with anxiety but still finds yourself frozen, feeling fearful of the future and stagnant with your existence in the present. One can struggle with how to show up with oneself or others. But you’re ready to make a change. You're ready to challenge your internal belief system. You’re ready to grow exponentially within your capacity of self. Most of all, rely on your validation of self-worth. I want to help you get there.
It is my belief that we all have the capacity to experience freedom from whatever keeps us in bondage, be it anxiety, depression, guilt, grief, shame, addiction, or the lasting impact of traumatic life experiences. Whether it is a roadblock or simply a speed bump, my goal is to be able to come along side you, sit in the muck with you, and help you explore ways to overcome whatever you are struggling with.
It is my belief that we all have the capacity to experience freedom from whatever keeps us in bondage, be it anxiety, depression, guilt, grief, shame, addiction, or the lasting impact of traumatic life experiences. Whether it is a roadblock or simply a speed bump, my goal is to be able to come along side you, sit in the muck with you, and help you explore ways to overcome whatever you are struggling with.
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How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.