Humanistic Therapists in Brazos County, TX

Mary Ann Covey is a Licensed Psychologist (LP) with over 30 years of experience. She is passionate about helping others connect with their inner strength and self-compassion. Dr. Covey specializes in women's issues, parenting, grief and loss, and life transitions.

Whether dealing with past trauma, current stresses, relationship challenges, or feeling "I just can't do it today," we'll work together to find your strengths to face these issues head-on.

Are you seeking nonjudgmental support and a resource to help you through a difficult chapter in your life? Taking the step to seek help can be hard, though it is very commendable and respected. Recognizing the need for self-care is extremely important. . It is important for me to create a safe, non-judgmental, welcoming environment that is focused around your needs.

*If you are unable to reach me by phone, please contact me by email* Life sometimes presents us with challenges that seem too big to face on our own. If you have experienced a situation that feels too big to handle and you are reaching out for help, I commend you for taking this brave step! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families that have experienced the trauma of sexual abuse or family violence. It is my passion to help my clients find hope and healing in seemingly hopeless situations. I work from a trauma-informed perspective and am able to provide support for many difficult life circumstances.

If you are a couple seeking a well-rounded and professional therapist to guide you toward growth and change, I may be the therapist for you. At this moment you may be dealing with difficulties in your life and your relationship and feeling overwhelmed. I can help you find surprising opportunities in the midst of dissatisfaction, loss, crisis, or chaos. You may discover in therapy that those can be signs that life is just asking you to try something different.

Vanessa Faulkner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of clinical experience. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, childhood trauma, attachment issues, domestic violence, PTSD, and much more.

Do you feel like you and your spouse get stuck in the same argument? Maybe you feel disconnected from those you love and care about. Perhaps you even feel like you don't know who you are anymore. You feel alone and tired of pretending everything is OK. You've tried everything but you just don't know how to make your relationships better. What you do know is that when your important relationships feel safe, you feel happy and life feels great. That's because we are created for connection and are our best when our relationships are thriving. When we have negative patterns of interaction, we get stuck in the same argument.

You don't have to suffer in siIence anymore. In our fast changing world, finding balance can be difficult and may even seem impossible at times. Feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, and the thoughts of giving up make it hard to push forward when you have conflicting goals, objectives, and situations in your life. They can seem to happen all at once, and it feels like they are all demanding our energy, thoughts, and immediate choices in order to progress and change. Anxious or depressing thoughts and feelings accompany the trying times of life, and therapy can be a way to get yourself and/or your family up to optimal functioning.

I specialize in working with adults ages 18 to 65+ in addressing the following: grief, trauma, emotion regulation, and adjustment issues related to life changes and stressors across the lifespan. I welcome adults of all changes for both individual and couple's therapy, I utilize primarily cognitive-behavioral, trauma focused, and existential approaches, but will work to align my therapeutic approach with your specific needs and values. Since the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of success in therapy, I will provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space for you to explore and grow.

My approach to counseling is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy incorporating aspects of interpersonal, relational, insight oriented and solution focused therapies. I work in partnership with a client to achieve the desired goals from counseling. I incorporate mindfulness and positive psychology in my work. I tend to give clients something between sessions that will keep progress moving and help them have ownership of their change process. Additionally, I am trained in Lifespan Integration, Level III, which is a gentle method to help resolve symptoms related to trauma, recent or past.

I am 67 years young. I have been a clinical social worker/psychotherapist in the Brazos Valley since 1988. I have a good "grapevine" of local professionals, so I often help clients with information/referral to resources for on-going support beyond therapy. I welcome questions you may have. I can be reached by text at 979-255-7004 or email at ruthhelpertnunez@gmail.com. Also, please check out my Facebook page. I accept new clients as I have time slots available. I offer some evening appointments, as well as afternoon appointments, but no weekends. I will be semi-retiring in 2024, but will continue to maintain a small practice.

Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.

I work with clients 16 and older who are experiencing a wide range of issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, academic stress, coping with life challenges, family issues, etc. Many clients who utilize my services are looking for support as they are addressing life changes and making behavior changes.

I have a passion for working with clients across the developmental spectrum, typically from ages 6 to 30. I am especially interested in working with concerns related to self-esteem/self-worth, identity development, and managing important relationships. My specialty population is the LGBTQ+ community, whether the concerns are specific or unrelated to that identity. I also love working with kids, teens, and their families, especially around improving familial relationships. This may relate to behavioral concerns, academic concerns, life adjustment, and more.

Stress is a natural result of facing life's challenges and necessary for growth. Finding balance allows us to manage stress. With 34 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families, I can help you and those you love navigate the journey of growth and self-discovery, develop and prioritize strategies for achieving your goals and find balance. I start by performing a solution-focused interview to identify and build upon your unique strengths and resources. I have faith in the perseverance of the human spirit, given the right amount of time, support and the necessary tools.

Therapy can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be the therapist to help you expand and strengthen your insight and awareness. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, and equip you with skills to actualize your best self. My therapy style is developmental, and supportive, with a strong focus on thinking about our thinking. Together we can explore narratives, with goals of reframing into a healthier, more self-compassionate internal dialogue of self acceptance. My approaches are engaging, workable and direct.

My approach to counseling is person-centered and integrative, meaning that I pull from different modalities to best meet the needs of my clients. I feel each client is unique in their experience, and want to be able to provide a safe, nurturing environment for them while using approaches that best fit their individual needs. Throughout the therapeutic process, I want my clients to know that I will walk alongside you in your journey to healing, not lead or steer you in a direction you are not comfortable going in yet.

I believe in the power of collaboration and view counseling as a partnership, where we work together to explore your concerns, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship issues, managing stress and anxiety, coping with trauma, and seeking personal development. Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, or overall well-being, I am here to support you in cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment.

Accepting New Clients: Let’s face it relationships are complicated! Whether it is with yourself, your spouse, partner, family, or friends, relationships challenge us on all levels. I explore how emotions, thoughts, and beliefs impact personal well-being and the health of our relationships. My experiences and Christian faith have shaped me to understand that we need healthy emotional connection, and to understand where we are going, we need to know how we arrived at this crossroad. Change begins through the therapeutic relationship built on trust, acceptance, honesty, and emotional connection.