Bisexual Therapists in Denton, TX

Do you worry your experiences, preferences, or orientation make the search for a mental health professional difficult? Are there times or situations where you'd like a helping hand, but feel overwhelmed about explaining your background to someone who may not understand? I know what that feels like. My passion lies in helping survivors of trauma and I am deeply invested in serving LGBTQIA+, polyam, consensual non-monogamy (ENM), kink, and all sexual minority communities. I am also sex work allied and provide non-judgmental support for individuals who are, or have been in the sex industry.

Let go of who you think you´re supposed to be, embrace who you are- Brené Brown Is your teen struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Are you an adult, trying to cope with the ins & outs of daily life, a divorce/breakup, depression/anxiety, or lack of motivation? Are you struggling with not wanting to be here anymore, or utilizing unhealthy coping skills? Do you just need someone to listen while you vent, or help you navigate and process how you're feeling? These are some of the things I can help you with! Don't hesitate to reach out!

There’s a lingering discomfort when you enter a new environment. You feel on edge- wavering between the desire to live authentically yet trying to hide just enough to go unnoticed. The guard you built up for protection from unsolicited looks or critical remarks is getting too heavy. You’re exhausted from the constant worries of facing rejection from those around you. The harmful comments against the LGBTQIA+ community startle you backward towards “the closet”- the tribulation of your sense of self-sacrifice for the comfort of others. Even though you fight hard to regain your autonomy, it’s difficult to claim that pride alone.

My work is centered in imagining liberation and healing free from anti-Black racism, colonialism, state violence, cissexism, ableism, capitalism, xenophobia and any form of systemic oppression. I am committed to the healing and liberation of Black folx, particularly those in the margins. Queer, disabled, immigrant, women, young, Black folx have a right to be well and access quality mental health care. As a queer Black woman, who has benefitted from community, healing, and affirmation, it is meaningful and spiritually fulfilling to offer support to folx with similar identities.

As a counselor, I strive to help my clients find what they're looking for in counseling, and show them what counseling can look like to best suit their needs. I see counseling as an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and explore how to get the most out of the life we want. I approach clients from a holistic point of view, hoping to expand the areas of personal growth. You should never feel like you are on the journey to healing alone. I am dedicated to walking alongside my clients as they navigate the struggles of their everyday life.

In these trying times, I find so many of us are going through not only mental health changes, but deep personal reckonings about our lives, our futures, our pasts, our careers and relationships. It would be a privilege to work with the several of us going through these experiences in a place free from judgement and embracing of all kinds.

Evening Appointments Available! Starting a new life journey? Wanting to get a better and deeper understanding of yourself? Have you been feeling disconnected from the motivation you use to have or looking for passion in life? Well, counseling can be a wonderful step in looking for answers. Through this process, you can work on improving your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you. Processing through past experiences to better understand who you are now and who you want to be. Self-improvement starts with you and your decision to begin finding yourself.

I believe that looking holistically at clients' lives can enhance the therapeutic experience and broaden opportunities for healing. I explore creative and innovative ways to incorporate client's passions into the counseling process. My goal is always to make sure my client's leave my office more aware and hopefully more confident that their lives are evolving toward more helpful and connected ways of living. I challenge my clients to examine their habits, lifestyle, and consistency of positive self regard.

Great communication starts with a great connection. I have been working with individuals and couples since 2015, and I can help you move through and heal the hurt so you can get back to having a life of love and intimacy. It's really easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we are supposed to go it alone and having other people walking alongside us can feel vulnerable. Life is full of challenges; everything from parenting, to work stress, to finding the balance between work, life, and play. Things don't always need to be take overly seriously, and sometimes the best treatment is finding something to laugh about.

I am a mixed race (black and white) clinician and feel this gives me a unique perspective to mental health. Life can be mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausting. Trauma (racial, religious, or anywhere in between), work stress, marital strife, chronic illness and the like can at times feel magnified and the weight feels heavy, but I see you. Life is full of ups and downs and mental health can keep us feeling great or wanting to crawl into a dark hole. Sometimes we need to vent and have someone quietly listen, feel seen and validated, get practical advice or be taught coping skills to manage our emotions.

Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? Is your child struggling in school or dealing with grief? As a training clinic, we offer services for a wide range of needs for adults, teens, and children as young as 3 years old. Our specialty in play therapy allows your child to play in a specially designed playroom. We also provide Individual, Couples, and Career counseling for adults and offer Individual and Activity therapy for teens.

You are searching for something you have yet to find, or perhaps you are lost along life’s journey. Maybe you are angry, sad, or scared. Maybe you are too confused to know how you feel or what to think, despite the many thoughts bouncing around in your head. There is no doubt we find ways to survive, but sometimes these ways of coping have unintended consequences or stop working altogether. This might leave you feeling stuck and searching for a change.

Jean graduated with my MSW from Edinboro University. She has spent her professional life being a part of the helping relationship. Jean had the opportunity to work at the forensic unit, domestic violence shelter, addiction facility, and as a clinical program director for an adolescent facility. She values learning from my clients as well as sharing the knowledge.

Spanish/English Therapist. "Currently accepting patients for TELEHEALTH SESSIONS ONLY-phone or video." If you are struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma or PTSD symptoms? Or with family, marriage, gender identity/dysphoria and life issues in general. Experienced working with children/adults ages 5 and up in these diverse areas. I am here to help you manage your symptoms, feelings and be a safe place/person you can talk to and not be judged. I use play therapy, Cognitive behavior therapy, Solution focused therapy and other forms of therapy to help each unique individual with their unique situation.

My ideal client is someone that is open to being vulnerable; realizing their worth in this world and that they, too, deserve to be happy. Happiness is individualized and is not a "one-size-fits-all" narrative.

I assist individuals, couples, partners, and families in relieving stress, anxiety, and depression. And if you are struggling in your relationships: marital conflicts, separation and divorce issues, communication difficulties, behavioral and boundary issues, anger management, substance use/abuse, or want premarital counseling, grief counseling, or specifically, men’s issues, please reach out to me so we can work together to get you where you and your family can feel comfortable and happy living your life.

Have you ever felt lost, misunderstood, unappreciated, lonely, broken, or stuck? What about angry, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or heartbroken? Maybe you have been persecuted, afraid, confused, hopeless, or helpless? If your answer to any of these is YES, then you are not alone! These are normal human experiences many of us go through at some point during our lives and there is no shame in being human. Our team is here to listen and provide you with the compassion, support, and authenticity you deserve. We are human just like you and understand how challenging life can be. Together, we can work to find you peace and healing.