Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Fairview, TX
Hi there. I'm Farah.
Are you ready to break free from that feeling of being “stuck” and move forward with clarity, confidence, and joy?
I specialize in effective, solution-focused strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and move forward. I work with adults navigating the complexities of modern life—whether it’s managing stress, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, relationships, or intergenerational influences.
Hi there. I'm Farah.
Are you ready to break free from that feeling of being “stuck” and move forward with clarity, confidence, and joy?
I specialize in effective, solution-focused strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and move forward. I work with adults navigating the complexities of modern life—whether it’s managing stress, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, relationships, or intergenerational influences.
Are emotional highs and lows leaving you drained, disconnected, or at odds with the people you care about most? Whether you're navigating mood swings, negative self-talk, disrupted sleep, or relationship strain, sometimes all it takes is one honest outside perspective to start making sense of it. You don't have to carry this alone — and you don't have to have it all figured out before you reach out.
Are emotional highs and lows leaving you drained, disconnected, or at odds with the people you care about most? Whether you're navigating mood swings, negative self-talk, disrupted sleep, or relationship strain, sometimes all it takes is one honest outside perspective to start making sense of it. You don't have to carry this alone — and you don't have to have it all figured out before you reach out.
Is your child struggling with intense emotions, attention issues, or persistent worry? Do you feel like you're constantly walking a tightrope—balancing impulsive outbursts and withdrawn behavior, all while trying to do what’s best for your child? At Evolve Psychiatry, our team partners with both children and parents to understand what’s driving your child’s distress and to create a plan that nurtures emotional growth, resilience, and success — both at home and in school.
Is your child struggling with intense emotions, attention issues, or persistent worry? Do you feel like you're constantly walking a tightrope—balancing impulsive outbursts and withdrawn behavior, all while trying to do what’s best for your child? At Evolve Psychiatry, our team partners with both children and parents to understand what’s driving your child’s distress and to create a plan that nurtures emotional growth, resilience, and success — both at home and in school.
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.
Are you caught in a cycle of anxious thoughts, avoidance, and the quiet dread that things will never change? Whether you're managing OCD, social anxiety, or the kind of persistent worry that follows you everywhere, you deserve more than white-knuckling through another day. You don't need to have it all figured out to start — you just need to be willing. I'll meet you exactly where you are, with warmth, a clear game plan, and the occasional laugh along the way.
Are you caught in a cycle of anxious thoughts, avoidance, and the quiet dread that things will never change? Whether you're managing OCD, social anxiety, or the kind of persistent worry that follows you everywhere, you deserve more than white-knuckling through another day. You don't need to have it all figured out to start — you just need to be willing. I'll meet you exactly where you are, with warmth, a clear game plan, and the occasional laugh along the way.
Dr. Matt Bedell
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in social anxiety therapy informed by my doctoral research and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
You are doing your best to get through the constant social battles, and you can't stop dreading them. Maybe you rehearse conversations before they happen, replay them after, and still can't shake the feeling that you said or did something wrong. A meeting, a party, a text you haven't sent yet, things everyone else handles without thinking, carry a weight you're sure no one else could understand. So you've learned to look put-together on the outside. Yet, inside, there's a quiet voice that says you don't quite belong. I work with teens (14+) and adults across Texas who are done building their life around that voice.
I specialize in social anxiety therapy informed by my doctoral research and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
You are doing your best to get through the constant social battles, and you can't stop dreading them. Maybe you rehearse conversations before they happen, replay them after, and still can't shake the feeling that you said or did something wrong. A meeting, a party, a text you haven't sent yet, things everyone else handles without thinking, carry a weight you're sure no one else could understand. So you've learned to look put-together on the outside. Yet, inside, there's a quiet voice that says you don't quite belong. I work with teens (14+) and adults across Texas who are done building their life around that voice.
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You’re going about your life doing ‘all the things’ and wondering, “Am I missing something? Why am I feeling so hopeless and why is life so painful sometimes? Do I really matter to my friends and family?” You desire deep connection and belonging but often feel like you’re on the outside and wish your life had more meaning. Life is filled with unexpected, often painful, experiences that can leave you feeling a deep sense of brokenness, along with feeling confused, anxious, and even depressed. There is no textbook for dealing with everything you have on your plate, but you’re longing for a solution to the emptiness inside.
You’re going about your life doing ‘all the things’ and wondering, “Am I missing something? Why am I feeling so hopeless and why is life so painful sometimes? Do I really matter to my friends and family?” You desire deep connection and belonging but often feel like you’re on the outside and wish your life had more meaning. Life is filled with unexpected, often painful, experiences that can leave you feeling a deep sense of brokenness, along with feeling confused, anxious, and even depressed. There is no textbook for dealing with everything you have on your plate, but you’re longing for a solution to the emptiness inside.
My therapy style is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and supported. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy to help patients build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes that align with their goals. During the intake session, patients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we will discuss what brings them to therapy, their personal history, current concerns, strengths, and goals for treatment.
My therapy style is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and supported. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy to help patients build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes that align with their goals. During the intake session, patients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we will discuss what brings them to therapy, their personal history, current concerns, strengths, and goals for treatment.
I offer a warm, supportive space and use practical, evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, and mindfulness.
Hi, I’m really glad you’re here. If you or your child have been feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, or life transitions, you’re not alone. Maybe things feel stuck, communication at home is harder than it should be, or you’re just not sure how to move forward. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to help make sense of what’s going on, build practical coping skills, and create more calm, confidence, and connection in everyday life.
I offer a warm, supportive space and use practical, evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, and mindfulness.
Hi, I’m really glad you’re here. If you or your child have been feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, or life transitions, you’re not alone. Maybe things feel stuck, communication at home is harder than it should be, or you’re just not sure how to move forward. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to help make sense of what’s going on, build practical coping skills, and create more calm, confidence, and connection in everyday life.
I also integrate ACT, DBT, and IFS-informed interventions to support deeper healing and self-understanding.
Are you struggling with anxiety, shame, people-pleasing, conflict in your relationships, or having a hard time resting and letting your guard down? Have you found yourself wondering why certain patterns keep repeating despite your efforts to change them? Are you navigating the lasting impact of childhood abuse, neglect, or other painful life experiences? Do you avoid thinking about your past or talk about it as if the difficult things you went through happened to somebody else? I believe healing is possible and that you don't have to carry these struggles alone.
I also integrate ACT, DBT, and IFS-informed interventions to support deeper healing and self-understanding.
Are you struggling with anxiety, shame, people-pleasing, conflict in your relationships, or having a hard time resting and letting your guard down? Have you found yourself wondering why certain patterns keep repeating despite your efforts to change them? Are you navigating the lasting impact of childhood abuse, neglect, or other painful life experiences? Do you avoid thinking about your past or talk about it as if the difficult things you went through happened to somebody else? I believe healing is possible and that you don't have to carry these struggles alone.
You may be looking for support with trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, body image distress, grief, or the emotional toll of cultural and political stressors. You may feel stuck in patterns shaped by shame, fear, or a relentless inner critic, or sense that something deeper is asking for attention. If you’re seeking therapy that goes beyond coping skills and into meaningful personal growth, you’re in the right place.
You may be looking for support with trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, body image distress, grief, or the emotional toll of cultural and political stressors. You may feel stuck in patterns shaped by shame, fear, or a relentless inner critic, or sense that something deeper is asking for attention. If you’re seeking therapy that goes beyond coping skills and into meaningful personal growth, you’re in the right place.
Are you struggling with relationship challenges, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, questioning your life direction? Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships, having difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low self-esteem, a loss of meaning.
Are you struggling with relationship challenges, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, questioning your life direction? Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships, having difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low self-esteem, a loss of meaning.
I work with adults, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through difficult emotions and patterns that may be holding you back. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, I meet you where you are and partner with you to strengthen coping skills, rebuild trust, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
I work with adults, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through difficult emotions and patterns that may be holding you back. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, I meet you where you are and partner with you to strengthen coping skills, rebuild trust, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Welcome... Since you have been led to this page and reading this information, just know you are about to embark on a new journey. The journey will lead you to experience parts of yourself you have denied as fear has kept you where it wants you. Fear is the most destructive emotion stemming from anger, shame, guilt, despair, grief, anxiety, depression and list goes on. Once you release fear and surrender to your belief systems that have you stuck, you will then be able to create new authentic narratives. So, Let's Get To The Root Of It.
Welcome... Since you have been led to this page and reading this information, just know you are about to embark on a new journey. The journey will lead you to experience parts of yourself you have denied as fear has kept you where it wants you. Fear is the most destructive emotion stemming from anger, shame, guilt, despair, grief, anxiety, depression and list goes on. Once you release fear and surrender to your belief systems that have you stuck, you will then be able to create new authentic narratives. So, Let's Get To The Root Of It.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with teens (14+), adults and families looking to improve their mental health, as well as their relationship with themselves and others. I am experienced in treating individuals and families impacted by addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, relational conflict, attachment wounds, perfectionism, low self worth, trauma, life transitions, infertility and more. This includes clients currently struggling with substance abuse and disordered eating. I am licensed in Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho and Utah, and I see clients virtually throughout Texas.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with teens (14+), adults and families looking to improve their mental health, as well as their relationship with themselves and others. I am experienced in treating individuals and families impacted by addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, relational conflict, attachment wounds, perfectionism, low self worth, trauma, life transitions, infertility and more. This includes clients currently struggling with substance abuse and disordered eating. I am licensed in Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho and Utah, and I see clients virtually throughout Texas.
Outside of work, Maricela enjoys dancing, watching movies, and spending time with her family. She also loves animals and currently has two dogs.
Outside of work, Maricela enjoys dancing, watching movies, and spending time with her family. She also loves animals and currently has two dogs.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who sees patients across the lifespan. I specialize in family and child therapy and utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to deliver comprehensive and holistic care. I have experience treating a wide range of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, parent-child attachment issues, and family relationship concerns. I previously worked with individuals, groups, and families in various settings, including medical centers, outpatient mental health clinics, residential facilities, and inpatient psychiatric hospitals.
I am also credentialed with PsyPact.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who sees patients across the lifespan. I specialize in family and child therapy and utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to deliver comprehensive and holistic care. I have experience treating a wide range of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, parent-child attachment issues, and family relationship concerns. I previously worked with individuals, groups, and families in various settings, including medical centers, outpatient mental health clinics, residential facilities, and inpatient psychiatric hospitals.
I am also credentialed with PsyPact.
I specialize in working with and teaching about LGBTQIA+, queer, transgender, and gender-diverse adults, those with ADHD/Autism, body liberation, unlearning diet culture, and HAES, and former members of high control religions/groups/cults, religious trauma. My approach is rooted in Feminist therapy, social justice, and third-wave behavioral approaches. I offer virtual individual therapy, ADHD/Autism assessments, and gender affirming letters in 42 states as part of PSYPACT. This includes: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, MP, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
I specialize in working with and teaching about LGBTQIA+, queer, transgender, and gender-diverse adults, those with ADHD/Autism, body liberation, unlearning diet culture, and HAES, and former members of high control religions/groups/cults, religious trauma. My approach is rooted in Feminist therapy, social justice, and third-wave behavioral approaches. I offer virtual individual therapy, ADHD/Autism assessments, and gender affirming letters in 42 states as part of PSYPACT. This includes: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, MP, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
It takes courage to slow down and look inward—especially when life has taught you to keep going, no matter how heavy things feel. On the outside, it may look like everything is under control. Internally, however, the pressure is leading to burnout, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion and a growing sense of disconnection. I work with high-achieving professionals, executives, healthcare professionals, and other driven individuals who want a confidential space to step out of performance mode, think clearly, and regain a sense of balance and direction.
It takes courage to slow down and look inward—especially when life has taught you to keep going, no matter how heavy things feel. On the outside, it may look like everything is under control. Internally, however, the pressure is leading to burnout, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion and a growing sense of disconnection. I work with high-achieving professionals, executives, healthcare professionals, and other driven individuals who want a confidential space to step out of performance mode, think clearly, and regain a sense of balance and direction.
Welcome! As a Counselor and Sport Performance Consultant, I am passionate about helping people find new tools, perspectives, and identities that lead to greater fulfillment. We are extremely powerful, as we can create, think, and feel, however we often use this power against ourselves. We can create identities based on past experiences, think of a million ways to say "I suck", or feel like nothing will ever change. If you are looking for new ways to interact with yourself or others, I can help. Together, we can uncover your strengths, generate new meaning, break out of harmful patterns, and utilize your power to reshape your life.
Welcome! As a Counselor and Sport Performance Consultant, I am passionate about helping people find new tools, perspectives, and identities that lead to greater fulfillment. We are extremely powerful, as we can create, think, and feel, however we often use this power against ourselves. We can create identities based on past experiences, think of a million ways to say "I suck", or feel like nothing will ever change. If you are looking for new ways to interact with yourself or others, I can help. Together, we can uncover your strengths, generate new meaning, break out of harmful patterns, and utilize your power to reshape your life.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.