Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in China Spring, TX
Relationship Therapist: Ashton Jimenez, MS, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi! I'm Ashton and I'm glad you found me. I specialize in helping couples and individuals who are finding that their relationships are a big stressor in their life. Many of the clients I see are seeking counseling to improve communication skills and increase enjoyment and connectedness in their relationships. Clients who work with me often need help working through relationship betrayals and hurts that inevitably happen in relationships, but that can leave you feeling stuck. I use therapeutic modalities that help couples and individuals move past relationship patterns that no longer serve them into more stable ways of functioning.
Hi! I'm Ashton and I'm glad you found me. I specialize in helping couples and individuals who are finding that their relationships are a big stressor in their life. Many of the clients I see are seeking counseling to improve communication skills and increase enjoyment and connectedness in their relationships. Clients who work with me often need help working through relationship betrayals and hurts that inevitably happen in relationships, but that can leave you feeling stuck. I use therapeutic modalities that help couples and individuals move past relationship patterns that no longer serve them into more stable ways of functioning.
As a prior military Christian with a blended family of 30 years, I use my experiences together with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples to bring healing to individuals and families.
Over the last few years, I have had the honor to work with first responders, prior military, and their families to manage and heal from the disabling effects of trauma. This work expanded my career into the spaces of addiction, men’s issues, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and shame to name a few. Though this work I found a passion for working with relationships in trouble.
As a prior military Christian with a blended family of 30 years, I use my experiences together with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples to bring healing to individuals and families.
Over the last few years, I have had the honor to work with first responders, prior military, and their families to manage and heal from the disabling effects of trauma. This work expanded my career into the spaces of addiction, men’s issues, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and shame to name a few. Though this work I found a passion for working with relationships in trouble.
I am trained in CBT, IFS, talk therapy, and EMDR.
My goal is for each client that steps in my door to feel seen and heard. My greatest joy in life is helping my clients work through life's challenges with dignity and hope. My experience with young people includes the areas of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm, relational challenges, academic struggles, grief, and family transitions. My work with adults includes trauma, burnout, relationship issues, aging parents, grief, OCD, family transitions, self-esteem, stress, and anxiety. My goal is to help you find relief and hope. Together we will set goals and work towards shaping your life into what you desire it to be!
I am trained in CBT, IFS, talk therapy, and EMDR.
My goal is for each client that steps in my door to feel seen and heard. My greatest joy in life is helping my clients work through life's challenges with dignity and hope. My experience with young people includes the areas of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm, relational challenges, academic struggles, grief, and family transitions. My work with adults includes trauma, burnout, relationship issues, aging parents, grief, OCD, family transitions, self-esteem, stress, and anxiety. My goal is to help you find relief and hope. Together we will set goals and work towards shaping your life into what you desire it to be!
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I am a Resident Licensed Master Social Worker, supervised by Nicole Stark, LCSW-S, with 5 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals dealing with abuse, addiction, family conflict, mental health issues, sexual identity concerns, and grief, among others. Before becoming a counselor, I worked in a variety of settings, including schools and non-profits, which has given me a broad perspective on the challenges individuals face. Outside of work, I’m a daughter, partner, animal lover, fur momma, bonus mom, and ally. I enjoy spending time with my family and pets, doing yard work, and watching a good documentary.
I am a Resident Licensed Master Social Worker, supervised by Nicole Stark, LCSW-S, with 5 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals dealing with abuse, addiction, family conflict, mental health issues, sexual identity concerns, and grief, among others. Before becoming a counselor, I worked in a variety of settings, including schools and non-profits, which has given me a broad perspective on the challenges individuals face. Outside of work, I’m a daughter, partner, animal lover, fur momma, bonus mom, and ally. I enjoy spending time with my family and pets, doing yard work, and watching a good documentary.
Are relationship dynamics, family tension, or the patterns you keep repeating leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected from who you truly are? Whether the struggle is personal, between partners, or felt across the whole family, it rarely exists in isolation — and neither should the solution. You don't have to untangle it alone, and you don't have to choose between getting help as an individual or getting help together. In addition to individual therapy, I specialize in couples and family therapy, helping you gain deeper insight into your patterns and become more of who you truly are.
Are relationship dynamics, family tension, or the patterns you keep repeating leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected from who you truly are? Whether the struggle is personal, between partners, or felt across the whole family, it rarely exists in isolation — and neither should the solution. You don't have to untangle it alone, and you don't have to choose between getting help as an individual or getting help together. In addition to individual therapy, I specialize in couples and family therapy, helping you gain deeper insight into your patterns and become more of who you truly are.
I specialize in helping Gen Z & Millennials (ages 18-40's) learn about emotional & relational patterns and how to disrupt them, heal from wounds related to their families of origin using EMDR, IFS, & Somatic techniques, and take up more space in their lives through setting boundaries, learning to tolerate distress and improving relational communication.
You feel stuck in fight or flight—reacting emotionally to small triggers, overwhelmed by the demands of life & unsure how to break free from your old patterns. This trickles into your relationships and it feels like you're easily set off by minor disturbances. You desire to make better sense of your feelings and thoughts and learn how to identify and regulate them. You want to show up better and more regulated for yourself and your relationships. This starts with creating body safety, and I am here to help with that. I'm driven by the unwavering belief that everyone deserves a safe place to unravel, heal and grow.
I specialize in helping Gen Z & Millennials (ages 18-40's) learn about emotional & relational patterns and how to disrupt them, heal from wounds related to their families of origin using EMDR, IFS, & Somatic techniques, and take up more space in their lives through setting boundaries, learning to tolerate distress and improving relational communication.
You feel stuck in fight or flight—reacting emotionally to small triggers, overwhelmed by the demands of life & unsure how to break free from your old patterns. This trickles into your relationships and it feels like you're easily set off by minor disturbances. You desire to make better sense of your feelings and thoughts and learn how to identify and regulate them. You want to show up better and more regulated for yourself and your relationships. This starts with creating body safety, and I am here to help with that. I'm driven by the unwavering belief that everyone deserves a safe place to unravel, heal and grow.
If you're new to therapy or having reservations about trying it, you’re exactly who I’d love to meet! I offer a non-judgmental and relatable space to explore and make changes to the places in life you're feeling stuck. The most common issues I help people with are; anxiety, relationship transitions, mood instability, negative self-talk, guilt & shame, codependent behaviors such as 'people pleasing', feelings of inadequacy, and substance misuse. Many of my clients have experienced childhood trauma, sexual trauma, PTSD, or CPTSD. I have a particular passion for helping folks in the music & hospitality industries.
If you're new to therapy or having reservations about trying it, you’re exactly who I’d love to meet! I offer a non-judgmental and relatable space to explore and make changes to the places in life you're feeling stuck. The most common issues I help people with are; anxiety, relationship transitions, mood instability, negative self-talk, guilt & shame, codependent behaviors such as 'people pleasing', feelings of inadequacy, and substance misuse. Many of my clients have experienced childhood trauma, sexual trauma, PTSD, or CPTSD. I have a particular passion for helping folks in the music & hospitality industries.
My experience includes working with teenagers, young adults, and adults who are dealing with trauma, grief, relational issues, adjusting to life crises, life transitions or just wanting to create a productive positive environment for themselves. It is important for everyone to have a safe, non-judgmental space in which they can explore who they are and not only envision but work on getting towards where they would like to be.
My experience includes working with teenagers, young adults, and adults who are dealing with trauma, grief, relational issues, adjusting to life crises, life transitions or just wanting to create a productive positive environment for themselves. It is important for everyone to have a safe, non-judgmental space in which they can explore who they are and not only envision but work on getting towards where they would like to be.
Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and attachment-based approaches, and Stephanie helps clients understand their patterns, strengthen self-trust, and build lives grounded in clarity and self-compassion.
Stephanie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps adults heal from childhood wounds, navigate life transitions, and find steadiness in who they are. Her approach is warm, practical, and insight-driven, blending evidence-based tools with deep emotional work to create meaningful, lasting change.
Stephanie specializes in working with adults impacted by narcissistic or emotionally immature family dynamics, ADHD, and the emotional weight of unmet expectations. Her clients are often high-functioning but internally overwhelmed, seeking a space where they can be both honest and supported while learning practical tools for growth.
Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and attachment-based approaches, and Stephanie helps clients understand their patterns, strengthen self-trust, and build lives grounded in clarity and self-compassion.
Stephanie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps adults heal from childhood wounds, navigate life transitions, and find steadiness in who they are. Her approach is warm, practical, and insight-driven, blending evidence-based tools with deep emotional work to create meaningful, lasting change.
Stephanie specializes in working with adults impacted by narcissistic or emotionally immature family dynamics, ADHD, and the emotional weight of unmet expectations. Her clients are often high-functioning but internally overwhelmed, seeking a space where they can be both honest and supported while learning practical tools for growth.
Our relationships are the fabric of our lives and whether working with individuals or couples, I seek to understand the holistic picture of your life and relationships (intimate, family, social, religious etc) to work together to create treatment goals. Counseling can be a partnership that helps you cultivate the life you want. The therapy room is a sacred space of acceptance, safety and openness as we collaborate to address your particular concerns.
Our relationships are the fabric of our lives and whether working with individuals or couples, I seek to understand the holistic picture of your life and relationships (intimate, family, social, religious etc) to work together to create treatment goals. Counseling can be a partnership that helps you cultivate the life you want. The therapy room is a sacred space of acceptance, safety and openness as we collaborate to address your particular concerns.
BPOQe, Doster & Hoffman Therapy and Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, LMSW, LCSW-S, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
High regards to you as you consider starting the journey of working towards becoming your best self. We are a team of pro-Black, spiritually aware, LGBTQ+ competent and affirming, down to earth therapists. We engage our clients in a holistic and person-centered approach, and value collaboration in the therapy space. Come as you are and we will meet you where you are at. Prioritizing your mental health, or even figuring out what that means can be super daunting. Our goal is to assist you in that process, in whatever way we can within our scope of practice.
High regards to you as you consider starting the journey of working towards becoming your best self. We are a team of pro-Black, spiritually aware, LGBTQ+ competent and affirming, down to earth therapists. We engage our clients in a holistic and person-centered approach, and value collaboration in the therapy space. Come as you are and we will meet you where you are at. Prioritizing your mental health, or even figuring out what that means can be super daunting. Our goal is to assist you in that process, in whatever way we can within our scope of practice.
I’m honored you’ve found your way here — welcome. You may be here because you feel stuck, hopeless, overwhelmed, or deeply exhausted. Maybe you’re carrying grief, pain, or loss that feels too heavy to hold alone. Maybe you’re beginning to realize you don’t recognize the person you see in the mirror anymore. Or maybe you’ve lived through painful or traumatic experiences & have spent years trying to patch those wounds with band-aids that never seem to last.
All of these experiences are understandable. Life is a lot! I work with individuals, couples and families, with a long history of working with teenagers and their families.
I’m honored you’ve found your way here — welcome. You may be here because you feel stuck, hopeless, overwhelmed, or deeply exhausted. Maybe you’re carrying grief, pain, or loss that feels too heavy to hold alone. Maybe you’re beginning to realize you don’t recognize the person you see in the mirror anymore. Or maybe you’ve lived through painful or traumatic experiences & have spent years trying to patch those wounds with band-aids that never seem to last.
All of these experiences are understandable. Life is a lot! I work with individuals, couples and families, with a long history of working with teenagers and their families.
As a clinician, I aim to support a diverse client base, including the LGBTQ+ community, women, and individuals with ADHD. My clients often face unique challenges such as discrimination and managing ADHD symptoms. They seek empathy, understanding, and effective coping strategies to foster self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and personal empowerment. My role is to provide a supportive, inclusive space that encourages all clients to thrive in their personal and professional lives. I focus on building resilience, enhancing communication skills, and promoting overall mental well-being for everyone seeking help.
As a clinician, I aim to support a diverse client base, including the LGBTQ+ community, women, and individuals with ADHD. My clients often face unique challenges such as discrimination and managing ADHD symptoms. They seek empathy, understanding, and effective coping strategies to foster self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and personal empowerment. My role is to provide a supportive, inclusive space that encourages all clients to thrive in their personal and professional lives. I focus on building resilience, enhancing communication skills, and promoting overall mental well-being for everyone seeking help.
My clients and I work together to identify and empower your strengths. I use a variety of multimodal therapies, including CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. My academic research includes integrated services for positive educational outcomes, and the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ individuals, including those with religious and church trauma. I have significant experience working with trauma, grief, loss, and anxiety. A client-centered approach means you don’t have to be organized or prepared when you get to me. No one has all the answers; that’s what our time together is for.
My clients and I work together to identify and empower your strengths. I use a variety of multimodal therapies, including CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. My academic research includes integrated services for positive educational outcomes, and the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ individuals, including those with religious and church trauma. I have significant experience working with trauma, grief, loss, and anxiety. A client-centered approach means you don’t have to be organized or prepared when you get to me. No one has all the answers; that’s what our time together is for.
My practice is best suited for individuals who are seeking healthier relationships with food, their bodies, and/or exercise. If there is a question as to whether you or a loved on has an eating disorder, I can complete an assessment and then help to provide recommendations on what treatment would be a best fit for you or your loved one's needs. If you have been recommended by another professional to seek treatment and need assistance navigating those choices, I can also provide consultation for the best treatment center fit and assist with the admissions process.
My practice is best suited for individuals who are seeking healthier relationships with food, their bodies, and/or exercise. If there is a question as to whether you or a loved on has an eating disorder, I can complete an assessment and then help to provide recommendations on what treatment would be a best fit for you or your loved one's needs. If you have been recommended by another professional to seek treatment and need assistance navigating those choices, I can also provide consultation for the best treatment center fit and assist with the admissions process.
At the end of your rope in your work life? Burnout is a common buzzword, but the pain of emotional exhaustion, feeling ineffective, and ongoing cynicism about the importance of your work is real. If you notice stress from work bleeding into your life, it might be time for counseling support around your relationship to work. This counseling work can help you feel empowered and capable to manage all the demands coming your way.
At the end of your rope in your work life? Burnout is a common buzzword, but the pain of emotional exhaustion, feeling ineffective, and ongoing cynicism about the importance of your work is real. If you notice stress from work bleeding into your life, it might be time for counseling support around your relationship to work. This counseling work can help you feel empowered and capable to manage all the demands coming your way.
I view therapy as a collaborative and holistic approach to the navigation of the human condition and as a safe space to explore everything life throws our way. As an existentialist and a relational therapist, my goal is to emphasize identity development, emotional insight and regulation, freedom and responsibility, effective communication, relational interdependence, and the creation of meaning. We are all walking through this world together and experiencing growth, hardship, change, love, and loss. Because we are human, I believe that every person can benefit from having a place to process emotions and an ear to listen with empathy
I view therapy as a collaborative and holistic approach to the navigation of the human condition and as a safe space to explore everything life throws our way. As an existentialist and a relational therapist, my goal is to emphasize identity development, emotional insight and regulation, freedom and responsibility, effective communication, relational interdependence, and the creation of meaning. We are all walking through this world together and experiencing growth, hardship, change, love, and loss. Because we are human, I believe that every person can benefit from having a place to process emotions and an ear to listen with empathy
I work with individuals and couples navigating complex relationship issues. If you and your partner are struggling with escalating conflict, constant fighting, betrayal, or simply feeling disconnected from one another, let me help you build a love that lasts. If you are seeking more stable dating relationships or are rebuilding post separation, I can help you process the past and identify what you need in future relationships. I use attachment research and evidence-based interventions to teach you where things went wrong and how to build a stable, healthy relationship moving forward.
I work with individuals and couples navigating complex relationship issues. If you and your partner are struggling with escalating conflict, constant fighting, betrayal, or simply feeling disconnected from one another, let me help you build a love that lasts. If you are seeking more stable dating relationships or are rebuilding post separation, I can help you process the past and identify what you need in future relationships. I use attachment research and evidence-based interventions to teach you where things went wrong and how to build a stable, healthy relationship moving forward.
I employ ideas from multiple counseling modalities, including narrative therapy, internal family systems theory, and cognitive behavioral therapy, but my main desire is to give you the space you need to reconnect with your story in a way that is hopeful.
My approach to counseling is very laid-back and relational. I want you to feel safe to be exactly who you are with no fear of judgment. I excel at providing a listening ear, practical tools that will help you move forward, and I have enough life experience to give me deep empathy for any and all who suffer.
I employ ideas from multiple counseling modalities, including narrative therapy, internal family systems theory, and cognitive behavioral therapy, but my main desire is to give you the space you need to reconnect with your story in a way that is hopeful.
My approach to counseling is very laid-back and relational. I want you to feel safe to be exactly who you are with no fear of judgment. I excel at providing a listening ear, practical tools that will help you move forward, and I have enough life experience to give me deep empathy for any and all who suffer.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.