Therapists in Carrollton, TX

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate who is passionate about helping individuals heal from wounds caused by trauma, relationships, and/or deep-rooted emotions as a result of life experiences. I value restoration and encourage healing based on each client’s uniqueness and journey through life. I consider it a great honor to be included in my client’s walk towards wholeness and intend to provide a safe environment for you to share your story as you start your therapeutic journey.

My focus as a counselor is creating a safe, nonjudgmental space in which clients can grow. Viktor Frankl Once Said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” My goal is working in a collaborative effort and help clients achieve this power to be able to grow. I believe in meeting the client where you are at in your journey. I focus on using a warm and empathic approach and I focus on building a strong rapport that supports change.

Stop feeling overwhelmed by problems, stress, or family issues! Stop feeling depressed, anxious, or angry! Stop the fighting and arguing! I have helped hundreds of people just like you to raise their self-esteem, find happiness and fulfillment, and learn how to "do" life better. Discover how to communicate with your family in a way where everyone feels heard and understood. Learn how to parent your kids without nagging or constantly reminding. Overcome the issues and baggage of your past so that you aren't "triggered" in the present day. Check out the reviews on my website to see what others have said about working with me!

Struggling in areas of your life? I can help! My goal is to help you live and achieve a more satisfying life. The client counselor relationship that is established with you will be geared towards increasing positive self-esteem and self worth. With years of experience providing therapy to individuals, groups and families. I have the skills necessary to tackle your current life challenges. My specialties include career counseling, developing appropriate life coping skills, depression, chemical dependency; using a combination of cognitive behavioral, person centered, and solution focused therapy to treat the whole person.

Lately, you’ve felt overwhelmed by your emotions. When you try to make sense of things, your thoughts are impossible to organize. You know that your friends/family are concerned about you but you don’t know how to ask for support. And honestly, you’re scared to slow down- staying busy keeps the negative thoughts and difficult emotions away. You might be surrounded by people but you feel utterly alone. You’re trying not to burden others but you’re not sure how much longer you can avoid having a break down.

I am a Licensed Psychologist providing counseling to individuals including college students, adults, and military veterans. In addition, I have experience assessing and treating individuals coping with a variety of issues including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, women’s issues, parenting issues, grief, and retirement. My approach is individualized according to the needs and issues being addressed in counseling. I recognize taking the first step for help takes courage and collaborate with individuals in establishing goals that are meaningful towards improving their quality of life.

I am dedicated to children, adolescents, and their families; especially those children on the Autism spectrum and those with special needs- connecting with and meeting kids where they are. Together we can work toward growth, communication and compassion to build healthy relationships within the family system. I have training in trauma informed therapy for children and adolescents, play therapy, neurodiversity play therapy and dissociation disorders. I seek to provide a safe environment for self acceptance, connection and reintegration of self for the entire family.

“It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried”- Carl Rogers. The process of beginning therapy is often one of the most difficult parts of the journey, but it is worth it. My clinical specialty is helping clients process and heal from trauma, but I am also passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples and families that may be experiencing a wide array of issues. These may include depression, anxiety, gender dysphoria, trauma, or difficulty with various changes or situations that occur throughout life.

Hi! I'm Kiarra, and I am a Provisionally Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in Texas offering teletherapy to Texas residents. I received my Masters in Couples, Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas Tech University. I am also currently pursuing my PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy. My clinical work primarily focuses on: using culturally competent practices to assist couples and families with increasing their emotional connection, creating positive attachment experiences in parent-child relationships, and walking alongside trauma and abuse survivors on their journey of healing.

I provide a non-judgmental environment for you to process, create a healthier self and find your voice. As an AASECT certified sex therapist and gender and sexuality specialist, I use guided communication to develop improved strategies for dealing with life's challenges, trauma, or questions about transitions. I also work with clients that are therapist, First Responders, clients grieving the loss of a loved one, depression, addiction, or any number of stresses experienced in day to day living and affects our abilities to keep moving forward. I believe in growing continuously and I look forward to helping on you on your journey.

I'm a compassionate, concerned and empathetic therapist who wants to provide you "armor to go out and fight your life battles." More times than not, life and its stressors cause depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc., that can make it difficult to function in everyday settings such as work and with family during interactions. I strive to provide counseling to help you move closer towards your goals and decrease/eliminate the severity of your symptoms.

David counsels from a deep sense of purpose in helping others to break through barriers connected to historical patterns and beliefs that hinder personal freedom and growth. He is a gifted listener who provides his clients a safe place to come face to face with the deep issues of the heart, thus bringing a deeper awareness of choice. David facilitates freedom and growth by helping clients overcome harmful behavioral and relational patterns. David helps his clients understand the importance of balance and brain chemistry as it pertains to mental health.

Are you struggling with the demands of parenting, work, or life in general? Are you searching for connection and a safe space to work through the challenges you’re facing? Counseling is a unique journey for each person. I believe in the therapeutic process and that it takes courage and strength to face your challenges. I enjoy working with issues of anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, relationship concerns, infertility, loss and grief, pregnancy, postpartum conditions, parenting, and the stressors of life.

Do you feel that life hasn't turned out as planned? Maybe you have achieved big goals, yet you can't shake off a sense of inadequacy. You wish that you weren't so tense or irritable, and that you can stop the negative thoughts from going around and around in your mind. Logically, you know that no one is perfect, but emotionally, you don't believe that you or anyone else can fully accept your flaws. Perhaps you find yourself asking silently: "When is it my turn to feel at peace and truly happy?"

Invest in yourself. You are worth it! It is not about being connected. It is about feeling connected. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I received a Master of Science in Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington in 2014. My undergraduate degree is in Applied Gerontology. My professional experience includes inpatient psychiatric treatment and emergency departments working with adults from age 18-95. I have engaged clients in Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Reminiscent Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

Before I get into who I am and what I do, I want to let you know that you were created to reign. You were created in the image of God and I know that the trauma you've gone through, the tragedy you've faced, the trials you've endured, and the turmoil you've encountered have caused you to question who you are but you were created by God to reign. My job as your therapist is to remind you of your identity in Christ and get you back seated to reign again.

Life is filled with adversity and our response to challenges matters. You may have noticed you are not quite yourself lately. Feeling differently or acting differently are clues that it is time for change. I understand where you are and I want to help. Let us work together to refocus your life and get you moving in the direction you want. I work with clients to build insight into their issues, think differently, and develop new ways of dealing with their issues.

Unfortunately we live in a hectic and fast paced world. At times things can be overwhelming, often feeling negative and hopeless that change will ever occur. I have worked with clients struggling with depression, social anxiety, mood disorders and self-esteem issues sort out their own darkest and deepest moments. We all have bridges to cross and at times reaching out to a health care professional is the first step. Allow me to be that stepping stone for you.......