Therapists in Arlington, TX
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Center for Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017
CFPS offers psychological (Autism, ADHD, mood disorders), neuropsychological, pre-surgical, and psycho-educational testing; counseling services; as well as professional consultation to individuals, families, school districts, and other mental health and medical professionals. Please browse through our website - www.cfpsonline.com - to become familiar with the services we provide and the staff members who provide those services.
CFPS offers psychological (Autism, ADHD, mood disorders), neuropsychological, pre-surgical, and psycho-educational testing; counseling services; as well as professional consultation to individuals, families, school districts, and other mental health and medical professionals. Please browse through our website - www.cfpsonline.com - to become familiar with the services we provide and the staff members who provide those services.
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Dericka L Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76004 (Online Only)
I believe that your ADHD/Autism is a part of you but doesn't define you.
Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly struggling to keep up with the demands of daily life? Do you find it challenging to stay focused and organized, no matter how hard you try? Do you find your frustration tolerance gets lower and lower with each day? Let's talk about it! Navigating the day-to-day stressors can be daunting! Understanding the unique characteristics of your brain and how it functions is crucial in navigating various aspects of your life. Through education, self-awareness, and professional guidance, you can learn to work with your brain's intricacies and develop coping strategies that suit your needs.
I believe that your ADHD/Autism is a part of you but doesn't define you.
Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly struggling to keep up with the demands of daily life? Do you find it challenging to stay focused and organized, no matter how hard you try? Do you find your frustration tolerance gets lower and lower with each day? Let's talk about it! Navigating the day-to-day stressors can be daunting! Understanding the unique characteristics of your brain and how it functions is crucial in navigating various aspects of your life. Through education, self-awareness, and professional guidance, you can learn to work with your brain's intricacies and develop coping strategies that suit your needs.
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Chrishawn Finister
Psychological Associate, PhD, LPA, LSSP
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76006
Assessments For: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Intellectual Assessments, Psychoeducational, Neuropsychological, and Consultation Services.
Since 2022, Dr. Finister's assessment expertise has expanded to the clinical setting and providing clinical diagnoses to those ages 2-99. Dr. Finister uses psychometrically sound measures while integrating cultural competence to help clients identify and address their neurodiverse needs.
Assessments For: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Intellectual Assessments, Psychoeducational, Neuropsychological, and Consultation Services.
Since 2022, Dr. Finister's assessment expertise has expanded to the clinical setting and providing clinical diagnoses to those ages 2-99. Dr. Finister uses psychometrically sound measures while integrating cultural competence to help clients identify and address their neurodiverse needs.
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Mary Banks
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76012
I also have experience working with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Effective counseling begins with the quality of the relationship between the counselor and the client. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Crystal Walker, MA, LPC-S. Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldnʼt be so hard to live a better life.
I also have experience working with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Effective counseling begins with the quality of the relationship between the counselor and the client. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Crystal Walker, MA, LPC-S. Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldnʼt be so hard to live a better life.
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Kristen Wheeler
LPC Intern, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76015
Everyone has the strength to overcome obstacles or achieve goals. Whether it is tackling anxiety or learning how to cope in a world you feel like you don't belong in, my role as your therapist is to help you find that strength in yourself and support you on your journey.
Everyone has the strength to overcome obstacles or achieve goals. Whether it is tackling anxiety or learning how to cope in a world you feel like you don't belong in, my role as your therapist is to help you find that strength in yourself and support you on your journey.
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Dr. Dione M Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for your LIFE to begin again? We all have dreams and aspirations of who we want to become, love, and how we want to live our lives... then LIFE happens. Let me help you navigate your way back to where you want to be. I am here to help you deal with your heartache, disappointment, grief, and loss of oneself.
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for your LIFE to begin again? We all have dreams and aspirations of who we want to become, love, and how we want to live our lives... then LIFE happens. Let me help you navigate your way back to where you want to be. I am here to help you deal with your heartache, disappointment, grief, and loss of oneself.
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Jeremeka McBride
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76016 (Online Only)
Welcome! My goal is to provide quality services to clients by establishing relationships that encourage growth and mutual respect. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing therapy services for over 7 years. I believe therapy is a tool that you can use to navigate anything, big or small. I believe that therapy is beneficial to everyone and being in therapy allows you to express yourself in a judgment free environment.
Welcome! My goal is to provide quality services to clients by establishing relationships that encourage growth and mutual respect. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing therapy services for over 7 years. I believe therapy is a tool that you can use to navigate anything, big or small. I believe that therapy is beneficial to everyone and being in therapy allows you to express yourself in a judgment free environment.
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Mary J. Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76013 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Mary. I help teens and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic pain or illness, grief & loss, and life transitions. I also specialize in LGBTQ-related issues. I'm fully licensed as an LPC in both Texas and Colorado.
Hello! I'm Mary. I help teens and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic pain or illness, grief & loss, and life transitions. I also specialize in LGBTQ-related issues. I'm fully licensed as an LPC in both Texas and Colorado.
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Cathy L. McGinnis, LCSW & Associates, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76016
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults who are dealing with life issues that result in depression, anger, and an inability to function in their daily lives. I also enjoy working with couples and families. I believe that families function as a system and when one family member is out of sync, the entire family is disrupted. In my practice, I see children as young as 3 years of age. Play is the "language of the child" and Play Therapy allows children to work through their issues in a non-threatening environment.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults who are dealing with life issues that result in depression, anger, and an inability to function in their daily lives. I also enjoy working with couples and families. I believe that families function as a system and when one family member is out of sync, the entire family is disrupted. In my practice, I see children as young as 3 years of age. Play is the "language of the child" and Play Therapy allows children to work through their issues in a non-threatening environment.
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Courtney Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76016
Many individuals struggle, or know someone who is struggling. counseling is a great way to get back to the life you want to live! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide individual counseling for teens, adolescents, and adults. I specialize addressing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions. I use a future focused, narrative approach to help you develop life long tools that will help you live a healthier life.
Many individuals struggle, or know someone who is struggling. counseling is a great way to get back to the life you want to live! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide individual counseling for teens, adolescents, and adults. I specialize addressing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions. I use a future focused, narrative approach to help you develop life long tools that will help you live a healthier life.
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Shelby M. Upton
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76015
Life has a way of throwing things at us that we didn't expect. These moments or seasons in life are usually the ones that impact us the most. Sometimes we just need someone to walk with us through these difficult journeys. Someone who can provide a safe and non-judgmental space so we can deal with all that life is throwing at us. No one deserves to be without this space to work on making their best life, a reality. I can help.
Life has a way of throwing things at us that we didn't expect. These moments or seasons in life are usually the ones that impact us the most. Sometimes we just need someone to walk with us through these difficult journeys. Someone who can provide a safe and non-judgmental space so we can deal with all that life is throwing at us. No one deserves to be without this space to work on making their best life, a reality. I can help.
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Amy Blount
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76013
I am over-the-top passionate about helping children and adolescents navigate the complexities of their emotional and behavioral well-being. I hold deep-rooted values for empathy, patience, trust, and collaboration with parents. I create a nurturing and nonjudgmental space where young minds can feel heard and understood. By actively listening and demonstrating genuine care, I foster a solid therapeutic alliance that empowers children and adolescents to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and overcome challenges. Amazing things can happen when these qualities come together!
I am over-the-top passionate about helping children and adolescents navigate the complexities of their emotional and behavioral well-being. I hold deep-rooted values for empathy, patience, trust, and collaboration with parents. I create a nurturing and nonjudgmental space where young minds can feel heard and understood. By actively listening and demonstrating genuine care, I foster a solid therapeutic alliance that empowers children and adolescents to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and overcome challenges. Amazing things can happen when these qualities come together!
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Erica Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
It takes courage for individuals to seek therapy. I am committed to creating a safe and open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My expertise allows me to tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. My desire is to help you work through life’s challenges whether you struggle with everyday stress, unresolved trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, or more. I believe in the resiliency of individuals and work collaboratively with clients to explore and implement strategies for positive change.
It takes courage for individuals to seek therapy. I am committed to creating a safe and open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My expertise allows me to tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. My desire is to help you work through life’s challenges whether you struggle with everyday stress, unresolved trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, or more. I believe in the resiliency of individuals and work collaboratively with clients to explore and implement strategies for positive change.
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Heather Hogue
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76018
My goal as a counselor is to come alongside you or your child as you process experiences by providing insight, encouragement, and empathy. Counseling can be a way to help you see more clearly and move forward through your challenges to a more peaceful place. I would love to join you on the journey.
My goal as a counselor is to come alongside you or your child as you process experiences by providing insight, encouragement, and empathy. Counseling can be a way to help you see more clearly and move forward through your challenges to a more peaceful place. I would love to join you on the journey.
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Amy S Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAMFC, MACE
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76013
As a dedicated elementary teacher I noticed many families with unmet mental health needs. As I observed their struggles, my zeal for instruction adapted from the classroom to the therapy office.
As a dedicated elementary teacher I noticed many families with unmet mental health needs. As I observed their struggles, my zeal for instruction adapted from the classroom to the therapy office.
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Jesstine Brehms Lmft Associate Supervised By Russ Bartee Phd Lmft-S
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76016
I work with everyone from young children to adults who are young at heart. We are all human. We have a need to grow, to change, to be validated in who we are no matter what step we are at. That does not mean we get left at that step; it means we acknowledge where we are at, so we know where we want to be. As a human, your problems and life hurdles will always be a part of life. You may be struggling to figure out what you will be doing in the next five years, or just the next five minutes of your life. That will never change. What can change is how you view the obstacles in your life.
I work with everyone from young children to adults who are young at heart. We are all human. We have a need to grow, to change, to be validated in who we are no matter what step we are at. That does not mean we get left at that step; it means we acknowledge where we are at, so we know where we want to be. As a human, your problems and life hurdles will always be a part of life. You may be struggling to figure out what you will be doing in the next five years, or just the next five minutes of your life. That will never change. What can change is how you view the obstacles in your life.
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Debra Ellis - Ellis Counseling Agency
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LBSW, ACBSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76012
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! As an experienced behavioral specialist, I am committed to offering extensive support for a variety of challenges that you or your family may be facing. My specialty is nurturing personal well-being, catering to both individuals and families. With the goal of steering you towards realizing your full potential, I am honored to possess dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Social Worker. Over my expansive career spanning more than 25 years in behavioral health, substance abuse, case management, and medical social work, I have gained priceless experience.
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Aanchal Rajagopal
LPC Associate, MS
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76006
Aanchal Rajagopal is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (supervised by Linette Tovar MA, LPC-S). She completed her Master of Science in Counseling at California State University, Los Angeles. She also has an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. Aanchal has several years of experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, substance-abuse, relationship issues, trauma and other mental health conditions.
Aanchal Rajagopal is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (supervised by Linette Tovar MA, LPC-S). She completed her Master of Science in Counseling at California State University, Los Angeles. She also has an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. Aanchal has several years of experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, substance-abuse, relationship issues, trauma and other mental health conditions.
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Elizabeth Hevener
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT™, ICST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
I am so glad you're here. My name is Elizabeth and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist in Texas. You have taken the hardest step in reaching out and we will work together to see that you cultivate a life that you don't have to run or hide from. You are in control and we go at your pace. I want to provide a safe space for you to be authentically you, to explore patterns and coping skills, and create a life that brings you authentic joy.
I am so glad you're here. My name is Elizabeth and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist in Texas. You have taken the hardest step in reaching out and we will work together to see that you cultivate a life that you don't have to run or hide from. You are in control and we go at your pace. I want to provide a safe space for you to be authentically you, to explore patterns and coping skills, and create a life that brings you authentic joy.
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Meghan Springer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76011
Does your child or teen struggle behaviorally or to regulate their emotions? Do you at times feel like they are bouncing off the walls and unable to maintain focus? Have you gotten a phone call home from school about concerns related to your child? Maybe you have noticed an increase in anxiety or depression. Or their social skills are limiting their friendships creating a negative school experience. Being a child and teen in our day and age can be extremely challenging as they face heightened emotions, social media expectations, academic challenges, sports pressures and more.
Does your child or teen struggle behaviorally or to regulate their emotions? Do you at times feel like they are bouncing off the walls and unable to maintain focus? Have you gotten a phone call home from school about concerns related to your child? Maybe you have noticed an increase in anxiety or depression. Or their social skills are limiting their friendships creating a negative school experience. Being a child and teen in our day and age can be extremely challenging as they face heightened emotions, social media expectations, academic challenges, sports pressures and more.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.