Out of Network Therapists in Denton, TX

You are tired of being someone you are not. Tired of pretending you have it all together so that others do not find out your secrets or shame. You tend to feel guilt, talk to yourself in a negative way, and struggle with insecurity. Relationships with family or others tend to be difficult which at times leads to anxiety and disconnecting from yourself or others. Sometimes you may think, “I don’t deserve ‘it’”. What you want most is some emotional relief. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to do just that. I meet you where you are without an agenda.

We are a GROUP practice of psychiatrists and counselors with the goal of being (1) easily accessible, (2) affordable, and (3) profoundly competent. Our psychiatrists and therapists are accepting new clients and we can typically provide new patient appointments in a matter of hours, not weeks or months. Our team is made up of Harvard students, college professors, international speakers, and advanced trained fully licensed practitioners. We offer a profoundly talented team with over 150+ years of combined experience, without losing a single ounce of individualized compassion, care, and genuine love for what we do every day.

I believe that each person seeking counseling has come to a point in life where the desire to change, heal, and grow outweighs the comfort & familiarity of staying the same. Each day, truth or lies are ruling our mind, will, & emotions. It shows up in the way we feel about ourselves, others, & the world around us. It is a great joy for me to work with individuals in an atmosphere of safety, deep compassion, and non-judgement to bring about real change, healing, & growth.

I offer professional Christian counseling with offices in Denton and Flower Mound. I've been working with individuals, groups, couples, and families for over 15 years in community and private settings as well as discipleship, youth, recovery, and teaching ministries in the local church. I'm certified through the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) and have completed post-graduate training from the Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) of the International OCD Foundation, and the Psychiatry Academy at Massachusetts General Hospital. I'm also a lay pastor/elder at my local church.

We all have our ups and downs in life and sometimes life can feel really harsh when we least expect it. Thoughts and memories from your past may be intruding in your current life. In therapy, you will learn to stop the panic, stop the racing thoughts, feel less sad and process the parts of your past that continue to effect you today. I work collaboratively with individuals, drawing on techniques, like EMDR and sand tray, to assist you in moving beyond the symptoms of your struggles to uncover the underlying causes of “stuckness” or suffering.

I am a Christian therapist and have been in practice for 14 years. I help individuals, women, couples, and families walk through difficult transitions which occur in life's path. I work with issues of anxiety, depression, single parenting, ADHD, grief, woman's issues, and more. I specialize in helping individuals learn how to nurture themselves the way they nurture others in their lives.

Are you tired of not being in your true self and having to act like someone else around others? Are you tired of feeling not good enough, anxious, angry, and afraid? When an individual is not in their true self they become out of balance and so does their relationships. This leads to a negative interactional cycle that causes increased insecurity, loss of self worth, value, and hope. My experience entails working with families, couples, individuals and adolescents that are searching for their true self. To love others you must love yourself first.

OpenDoor Counseling and Assessment Services is able to provide a wide range of therapeutic services to those needing help and support. We are especially proud of our experience in working with juveniles and adults with sexual behavior problems, trauma, anger management and individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Being a human can be extremely overwhelming. In today’s world there is a lot being thrown at us during all times of the day. In such a fast-paced environment it can be difficult to really slow down and understand ourselves for who we truly are and what brings us joy. I’m a big believer in tiny moments that can shape us, whether that shaping is good or bad. From a very young age I always knew counseling is what I wanted to do with my life and I find it a true privilege to walk alongside others during their most tender and vulnerable times. My philosophy is to leave people and things better than how I found them.

CORONA VIRUS UPDATE: 1st, These are hard, stressful times! I’m sooo sorry we’re all going through this. I am seeing clients in person & via teletherapy. Unfortunately I do not take insurance but I’ve lowered my rate to $85 an hour to try and make therapy as affordable as possible. I’ve been in practice 15 years and have opened my service area thanks to Google Duo & Facetime. I became a therapist after doing my own work over 2 decades ago and yes, I still do my own work with a therapist. It wasn’t easy but it was definitely the best thing I’ve ever done for myself, my family & my friends. I hope I can help you.

Using a Person-Centered theoretical approach, I encourage a collaborative relationship and radical authenticity with each client. I aim to facilitate a warm and supportive environment to create lasting change. I believe change can occur when clients experience a judgement free relationship and work towards self-acceptance. I encourage and empower clients to grow and reach their full potential. I work individually with each client to obtain their desired treatment goals.

I am an experienced licensed counselor who has been working with individuals, couples and families over the past sixteen years. I specialize in helping develop healthier coping strategies to function better in all areas of their lives. Further, I develop a collaboration with my clients to tailor a treatment plan and goals for each client's unique issues and situations. My main goal as a therapist, is to offer treatment to help client's regain their overall functioning in life and learn to manage and overcome feelings of powerlessness & hopelessness. Learning to gain or re-gain control and better manage their mood and daily lives.

Dr. Dixon offers a full range of psychological services, including therapy and assessment, that help people address the problems that interfere with achieving their goals and living their most meaningful lives. He employs a collaborative and recovery oriented approach to access the strength and wisdom of clients to help them meet their goals. Dr. Dixon has developed competency in many therapies for a wide variety of problems people hope to address in therapy such as anxiety, depression, stress, substance abuse, grief, and life transitions/stressors.

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!

One of the common threads to the people I have seen over the past 27+ years is their sense of shame. Shame messages are messages that say you're "worthless" and that you just "won't measure up." People who struggle with shame feel like something is wrong with them. It is probably the most painful of our feelings. I will help you resolve the roots that caused your shame. This is the engine that drives all kinds of self-esteem issues, addictive disorders, and mood disorders. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and currently an approved Consultant In Training through EMDRIA.

I work with individuals who are struggling with a myriad of different concerns. PTSD, trauma, grief/loss, severe anxiety, phobias, dissociative disorders, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, addiction, and depression, just to name a few. I have experience working with military veterans, first-responders, those that have experienced abuse, or human trafficking, those struggling with addiction, and those in the LGBT+ community.