The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in Coppell, TX
I focus primarily on helping children and teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship challenges, trauma, and low self esteem. I am also trained in EMDR. I hope to help your children and teens normalize the emotions they feel while also helping them learn coping strategies and alternative methods to overcoming difficulties. I strive to form individual connections so they recognize they are supported, heard, and feel safe. One of my priorities is ensuring that you, as parents, are involved and supported through the therapeutic process of your children.
I focus primarily on helping children and teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship challenges, trauma, and low self esteem. I am also trained in EMDR. I hope to help your children and teens normalize the emotions they feel while also helping them learn coping strategies and alternative methods to overcoming difficulties. I strive to form individual connections so they recognize they are supported, heard, and feel safe. One of my priorities is ensuring that you, as parents, are involved and supported through the therapeutic process of your children.
When life's challenges knock us down, we can be left feeling hopeless and stuck. There is another option - the path to personal growth, healing, and deeper meaning. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate this path while managing depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationship issues, and other life challenges. My approach to therapy includes instilling hope while identifying unhealthy thought patterns, habits, and beliefs. I help my clients develop healthier coping and communication skills, reach goals, and find ways to create new meaning in their lives. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families!
When life's challenges knock us down, we can be left feeling hopeless and stuck. There is another option - the path to personal growth, healing, and deeper meaning. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate this path while managing depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationship issues, and other life challenges. My approach to therapy includes instilling hope while identifying unhealthy thought patterns, habits, and beliefs. I help my clients develop healthier coping and communication skills, reach goals, and find ways to create new meaning in their lives. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families!
Ever since I was a nursing student, I’ve been captivated by the power of genuine connection in mental health care. Over the past 15 years, I’ve immersed myself in everything from critical care to research on disorders like schizophrenia and depression—all to better serve each person I meet. By truly listening, I tailor treatment to the individual rather than just the diagnosis. My style is both empathetic and straightforward, so you know exactly what to expect as we work together. Ultimately, my goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and hopeful about your next steps.
Ever since I was a nursing student, I’ve been captivated by the power of genuine connection in mental health care. Over the past 15 years, I’ve immersed myself in everything from critical care to research on disorders like schizophrenia and depression—all to better serve each person I meet. By truly listening, I tailor treatment to the individual rather than just the diagnosis. My style is both empathetic and straightforward, so you know exactly what to expect as we work together. Ultimately, my goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and hopeful about your next steps.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families work through life’s challenges—including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties—with compassion and care. I believe healing begins with hope and connection, and I work collaboratively to help clients recognize their strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families work through life’s challenges—including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties—with compassion and care. I believe healing begins with hope and connection, and I work collaboratively to help clients recognize their strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Tamara McFarland Counseling, PLLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Serves Area
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
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Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
As you take this important step toward wellness, we are honored to support you on your personal journey, offering a safe space for healing, hope, restoration, and exceptional care. At Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality professional services, specializing in the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
As you take this important step toward wellness, we are honored to support you on your personal journey, offering a safe space for healing, hope, restoration, and exceptional care. At Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality professional services, specializing in the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
I often hear clients say, "I feel so much lighter." That's the power of good therapy!
Many people go about life carrying heavy loads of grief, anxiety, depression, or disappointment of some kind. My purpose is to offer them a place to set down their burdens, strengthen their ability to bear whatever life throws at them, and move forward in life with greater confidence.
If you need help with a heavy burden, please give me a call. I would love to help you feel relief and "light" too!
I often hear clients say, "I feel so much lighter." That's the power of good therapy!
Many people go about life carrying heavy loads of grief, anxiety, depression, or disappointment of some kind. My purpose is to offer them a place to set down their burdens, strengthen their ability to bear whatever life throws at them, and move forward in life with greater confidence.
If you need help with a heavy burden, please give me a call. I would love to help you feel relief and "light" too!
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and like you’ve lost yourself in the chaos of motherhood? You’re not alone. I help women—especially moms—who are burned out from juggling it all, struggling with boundaries, and feeling the weight of impossible expectations. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, recovering from a narcissistic relationship, navigating divorce, or dealing with hormonal shifts, I provide compassionate support to help you reclaim balance and joy. You don’t have to do it all alone—let’s work together to create the life you deserve. While I specialize in women, I help men and teens too!
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and like you’ve lost yourself in the chaos of motherhood? You’re not alone. I help women—especially moms—who are burned out from juggling it all, struggling with boundaries, and feeling the weight of impossible expectations. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, recovering from a narcissistic relationship, navigating divorce, or dealing with hormonal shifts, I provide compassionate support to help you reclaim balance and joy. You don’t have to do it all alone—let’s work together to create the life you deserve. While I specialize in women, I help men and teens too!
I am passionate about partnering with clients as they navigate life’s challenges to help them achieve peace and fulfillment in their lives. Together, we will work to get to the root of your struggles and create strategies that will be useful throughout your life. My goal is to empower you to be the author of your story, and to find the strength and resilience that you possess. I enjoy working with children, teens and parents to overcome past traumas and present challenges, and work towards healing for the individual and the family.
I am passionate about partnering with clients as they navigate life’s challenges to help them achieve peace and fulfillment in their lives. Together, we will work to get to the root of your struggles and create strategies that will be useful throughout your life. My goal is to empower you to be the author of your story, and to find the strength and resilience that you possess. I enjoy working with children, teens and parents to overcome past traumas and present challenges, and work towards healing for the individual and the family.
You don’t have to carry it all alone! I strive to create a safe space for you to share your concerns, hopes, and goals.
I work with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, career, relationships, addictions, compulsions, among other issues.
I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. The majority of my career has been in finance, where I have worked as a financial advisor.
I was born and raised in Texas and I have a deep understanding of various cultures and religions.
I enjoy sports, music, and spending time with loved ones.
You don’t have to carry it all alone! I strive to create a safe space for you to share your concerns, hopes, and goals.
I work with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, career, relationships, addictions, compulsions, among other issues.
I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. The majority of my career has been in finance, where I have worked as a financial advisor.
I was born and raised in Texas and I have a deep understanding of various cultures and religions.
I enjoy sports, music, and spending time with loved ones.
As a Nationally-Certified, Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Crisis Response and Trauma Counseling, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health. My practice focuses on adults, teens, and children struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, and couples seeking to reconnect in meaningful ways. Together, we will identify the most effective strategies to help you achieve your life goals.
As a Nationally-Certified, Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Crisis Response and Trauma Counseling, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health. My practice focuses on adults, teens, and children struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, and couples seeking to reconnect in meaningful ways. Together, we will identify the most effective strategies to help you achieve your life goals.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, drained, and frustrated? Are you having difficulty finding motivation and purpose in your life or relationships?
We all find ourselves feeling stalled at times, unable to move forward or even picture a path to achieving our goals. You may feel like life is moving along without you, and you are detached from a guiding purpose or motivation for your future. You may feel like you’re in the wrong job, relationship, or place, but you can’t envision what it is that could make you feel whole and excited again. It’s time to reconnect with the parts of yourself that help you feel energized and fulfilled.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, drained, and frustrated? Are you having difficulty finding motivation and purpose in your life or relationships?
We all find ourselves feeling stalled at times, unable to move forward or even picture a path to achieving our goals. You may feel like life is moving along without you, and you are detached from a guiding purpose or motivation for your future. You may feel like you’re in the wrong job, relationship, or place, but you can’t envision what it is that could make you feel whole and excited again. It’s time to reconnect with the parts of yourself that help you feel energized and fulfilled.
If you've been living with chronic pain, then you know it’s not just physical—it’s emotional, mental, relational & spiritual. It takes over your life, makes your choices for you. You push through with a sense of urgency, noticing stress makes it worse. You don't talk about. You stay home. You're exhausted & afraid it won't ever get better. The life you had is gone & you don't know how to get it back. This is where I come in. I teach how to get more than symptom relief—I help you reconnect with the life you want to live. My methods are targeted, simple & work. They're easy to learn & make a part of how you take care of yourself.
If you've been living with chronic pain, then you know it’s not just physical—it’s emotional, mental, relational & spiritual. It takes over your life, makes your choices for you. You push through with a sense of urgency, noticing stress makes it worse. You don't talk about. You stay home. You're exhausted & afraid it won't ever get better. The life you had is gone & you don't know how to get it back. This is where I come in. I teach how to get more than symptom relief—I help you reconnect with the life you want to live. My methods are targeted, simple & work. They're easy to learn & make a part of how you take care of yourself.
Are you having difficulty managing feelings of nervousness or fear, feeling alone or isolated, or feeling restless or on edge? Do you find it challenging to cope with the difficulties of adjusting to hard situations, like life changes, social pressures, or family issues?
Anxiety often shows up as persistent worry, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, or physical symptoms. When combined with the stress of adjusting to challenges like academic pressure, social issues, or family changes, anxiety can worsen, leading to low self-esteem, or even depression. Without support, these struggles may escalate to long-term problems.
Are you having difficulty managing feelings of nervousness or fear, feeling alone or isolated, or feeling restless or on edge? Do you find it challenging to cope with the difficulties of adjusting to hard situations, like life changes, social pressures, or family issues?
Anxiety often shows up as persistent worry, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, or physical symptoms. When combined with the stress of adjusting to challenges like academic pressure, social issues, or family changes, anxiety can worsen, leading to low self-esteem, or even depression. Without support, these struggles may escalate to long-term problems.
Instead of spending time looking for a therapist, let's get started working on the obstacles that may be hindering your quality of life. I love working with people in their process of self-improvement and helping them tackle obstacles that make them feel stuck or distressed. I focus on providing a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable sharing struggles and successes. I use talk therapy and EMDR therapy to assist people working through difficult issues and to help them increase positive connections in their lives. Give me a call. Let's see if working together would be a good fit for you!
Instead of spending time looking for a therapist, let's get started working on the obstacles that may be hindering your quality of life. I love working with people in their process of self-improvement and helping them tackle obstacles that make them feel stuck or distressed. I focus on providing a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable sharing struggles and successes. I use talk therapy and EMDR therapy to assist people working through difficult issues and to help them increase positive connections in their lives. Give me a call. Let's see if working together would be a good fit for you!
Are you struggling with your children or teen who may be experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, getting along with others, social media, or a divorce, that affects their ability to function in normal every day settings? Do you feel overwhelmed or lost by how to help your child or children? Do you wonder how your child’s mental health could be better? Now more than ever, children are feeling emotionally disconnected, isolated, or having difficulty adjusting and focusing. I believe that all children have the capability to thrive, grow, and develop. There is hope and answers.
Are you struggling with your children or teen who may be experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, getting along with others, social media, or a divorce, that affects their ability to function in normal every day settings? Do you feel overwhelmed or lost by how to help your child or children? Do you wonder how your child’s mental health could be better? Now more than ever, children are feeling emotionally disconnected, isolated, or having difficulty adjusting and focusing. I believe that all children have the capability to thrive, grow, and develop. There is hope and answers.
You don't have to struggle alone. Let's work together to identify and understand what may be blocking you from enjoying life. Acquire the tools needed for a fulfilling quality of life and for healthier relationships. Often, past and current issues can get in your way or cause excruciating internal conflict. I listen with empathy, non-judgement, and help to empower individuals in areas where they feel stuck, exhausted, or defeated. You deserve to enjoy life! Give me a call, and we'll work through the blocks together. (Finding a therapist can seem overwhelming. Let's talk to see if your search ends here!)
You don't have to struggle alone. Let's work together to identify and understand what may be blocking you from enjoying life. Acquire the tools needed for a fulfilling quality of life and for healthier relationships. Often, past and current issues can get in your way or cause excruciating internal conflict. I listen with empathy, non-judgement, and help to empower individuals in areas where they feel stuck, exhausted, or defeated. You deserve to enjoy life! Give me a call, and we'll work through the blocks together. (Finding a therapist can seem overwhelming. Let's talk to see if your search ends here!)
Do you feel like you can't get out of the rut you've been in? Have you been repeating the same behaviors, captured by the same feelings and thoughts, and unsure how to break the cycle? Maybe you recognize that the way you are living is not the way you desire to live, whether that is a presence of addiction, anxiety, depression. family of origin issues, or something else. Together, we work to develop an awareness of these behaviors, the purpose behind them, and develop new behaviors and understanding of the world that serves you best.
Do you feel like you can't get out of the rut you've been in? Have you been repeating the same behaviors, captured by the same feelings and thoughts, and unsure how to break the cycle? Maybe you recognize that the way you are living is not the way you desire to live, whether that is a presence of addiction, anxiety, depression. family of origin issues, or something else. Together, we work to develop an awareness of these behaviors, the purpose behind them, and develop new behaviors and understanding of the world that serves you best.
I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the hard steps to reach out for help. Perhaps life has dealt you a divorce, loss of a loved one, or other traumatic events in your life. Pain may also be experienced as a result of a difficult marriage or family relationship, depression, anxiety, or feelings of worthlessness and lack of confidence. I know that you are searching for relief and want to believe that change is possible. Whatever your situation, there is hope! I am passionate about helping you create a healthy relationship with yourself and with the people you love.
I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the hard steps to reach out for help. Perhaps life has dealt you a divorce, loss of a loved one, or other traumatic events in your life. Pain may also be experienced as a result of a difficult marriage or family relationship, depression, anxiety, or feelings of worthlessness and lack of confidence. I know that you are searching for relief and want to believe that change is possible. Whatever your situation, there is hope! I am passionate about helping you create a healthy relationship with yourself and with the people you love.
Have you ever experienced a situation where everything seems okay, then, a switch flips and you're left wondering how things went from calm to chaos so quickly? You may ask yourself, "Why does this keep happening?" You are not alone. I offer specialized experience working with children, parents, and individuals to help strengthen their ability to identify emotions, expand emotional vocabulary, and recognize and express emotions appropriately. Clients receive empathetic support to explore and organize their experiences while learning regulation and respect- without shame or blame.
Have you ever experienced a situation where everything seems okay, then, a switch flips and you're left wondering how things went from calm to chaos so quickly? You may ask yourself, "Why does this keep happening?" You are not alone. I offer specialized experience working with children, parents, and individuals to help strengthen their ability to identify emotions, expand emotional vocabulary, and recognize and express emotions appropriately. Clients receive empathetic support to explore and organize their experiences while learning regulation and respect- without shame or blame.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work together effectively, but, especially for those whose concerns relate to their religion or cultural background, a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond, even if they do not have an extensive history with or understanding of their client’s background before therapy begins.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Church of Christ/Latter Day Saints values?
Each individual brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of therapeutic modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition such as LDS that strongly influences the conduct of everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process.
Why might someone feel comfortable with an LDS-attuned therapist?
While qualifications and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. It is wise to find a therapist who is responsive to your questions and concerns and with whom you feel you can establish a rapport. A therapist who is sensitive to LDS values and beliefs and the role they play in the lives of Church members can offer Mormon clients a welcome sense of safety, assurance that their community and culture will be understood, and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, all of which support the therapeutic process.
How do I recognize a good LDS therapist?
LDS therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Mormon principles and values. They have an understanding of the culture and the important role the Church plays in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of emotional difficulties those raised in the faith can be prone to. Like all effective therapists, a good LDS therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of everyday life.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Mormon/LDS therapists?
The directory of LDS therapists includes therapists who have shared their cultural background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information; these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with LDS clients and/or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.


