Domestic Abuse Therapists in Frisco, TX
Vanessa M Sanford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, CDWF
3 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75033
I specialize in:
Kids
Teens
Families
Adults
Trauma Victims
Sexual Abuse
Drug Endangered Children
Children of Alcoholic/Addicts
Adult Children of Alcoholics/ Addicts
Grief/Loss
Divorce
Domestic Violence
I believe in Resiliency.
I believe with support and time healing is possible.
I believe the family is powerful and can influence change.
I provide a safe place for kids, teens, adults, and families to build a support system.
I am passionate about the opportunity to heal the heart,
mind, body, and spirit and finding strengths in life's challenges.
I am here to listen, support, offer hope, and to encourage health.
I offer play therapy, individual, and family therapy.
I specialize in:
Kids
Teens
Families
Adults
Trauma Victims
Sexual Abuse
Drug Endangered Children
Children of Alcoholic/Addicts
Adult Children of Alcoholics/ Addicts
Grief/Loss
Divorce
Domestic Violence
I believe in Resiliency.
I believe with support and time healing is possible.
I believe the family is powerful and can influence change.
I provide a safe place for kids, teens, adults, and families to build a support system.
I am passionate about the opportunity to heal the heart,
mind, body, and spirit and finding strengths in life's challenges.
I am here to listen, support, offer hope, and to encourage health.
I offer play therapy, individual, and family therapy.
Through my experience with survivors of intimate partner, family, and childhood violence in the DFW area, I am very knowledgeable about community resources.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Do you want someone who will give you the support you deserve? I know it can be tough to reach out for support, especially if you're dealing with challenges like unhealthy relationships, anxiety, or life transitions. Please know that you are not alone in what you're going through and it's okay to seek help when you need it. In our sessions you will find a space where you can feel seen and can make the changes you want in your life. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy working with clients of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
Through my experience with survivors of intimate partner, family, and childhood violence in the DFW area, I am very knowledgeable about community resources.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Do you want someone who will give you the support you deserve? I know it can be tough to reach out for support, especially if you're dealing with challenges like unhealthy relationships, anxiety, or life transitions. Please know that you are not alone in what you're going through and it's okay to seek help when you need it. In our sessions you will find a space where you can feel seen and can make the changes you want in your life. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy working with clients of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
I specialize in domestic violence/ abuse, trauma recovery/PTSD by utilizing EMDR & CPT, military/veterans, and family court services all over Texas as an expert witness
Have your traumatic experiences left you full of anxiety, fearful of crowds, unable to trust people or even cause you to doubt your own decision-making? I get it! I often hear clients say, “something must be wrong with me", If I had just done it differently’?” My own experience with the military culture, DV, personality disorders, the tragic death of a spouse, breast cancer, divorce (just to name a few) drove me to become an expert in trauma and personality disorders to walk with others to help them find peace and empowerment that I have personally learned is attainable with counseling.
I specialize in domestic violence/ abuse, trauma recovery/PTSD by utilizing EMDR & CPT, military/veterans, and family court services all over Texas as an expert witness
Have your traumatic experiences left you full of anxiety, fearful of crowds, unable to trust people or even cause you to doubt your own decision-making? I get it! I often hear clients say, “something must be wrong with me", If I had just done it differently’?” My own experience with the military culture, DV, personality disorders, the tragic death of a spouse, breast cancer, divorce (just to name a few) drove me to become an expert in trauma and personality disorders to walk with others to help them find peace and empowerment that I have personally learned is attainable with counseling.
You’ve carried so much. The weight of trauma, cultural tensions, and expectations that don’t always align with your values has shaped your journey. You may long to honor your roots while trying to navigate a society that doesn’t always see or understand you. You’ve worked hard, pushed forward, and built a life in many ways, but inside, you may still feel disconnected. Perhaps you’ve been told to just “adapt,” yet that adaptation has come at the cost of your authentic self. Your trauma symptoms, whether they show up as anxiety, sadness, detachment, or physical exhaustion may be impacting your relationships and your work.
You’ve carried so much. The weight of trauma, cultural tensions, and expectations that don’t always align with your values has shaped your journey. You may long to honor your roots while trying to navigate a society that doesn’t always see or understand you. You’ve worked hard, pushed forward, and built a life in many ways, but inside, you may still feel disconnected. Perhaps you’ve been told to just “adapt,” yet that adaptation has come at the cost of your authentic self. Your trauma symptoms, whether they show up as anxiety, sadness, detachment, or physical exhaustion may be impacting your relationships and your work.
Individuals may experience significant emotional turmoil, a sense of spiritual disconnection, or find themselves ensnared in distressing cycles they have attempted to alter. There's often a desire to regain a sense of stability, to think with clarity, reconnect with fundamental values, and achieve a greater sense of peace within their mind, body, and interpersonal relationships. My clients frequently present as high-functioning externally, yet internally they contend with fear, fatigue, or guilt that is challenging to express or manage independently. They're prepared for change and seek a secure environment to commence this journey.
Individuals may experience significant emotional turmoil, a sense of spiritual disconnection, or find themselves ensnared in distressing cycles they have attempted to alter. There's often a desire to regain a sense of stability, to think with clarity, reconnect with fundamental values, and achieve a greater sense of peace within their mind, body, and interpersonal relationships. My clients frequently present as high-functioning externally, yet internally they contend with fear, fatigue, or guilt that is challenging to express or manage independently. They're prepared for change and seek a secure environment to commence this journey.
My specialties include: sex therapy, complex relational issues, trauma, abuse in family of origin, domestic violence, addiction recovery, and working with BIPOC and first-generation clients.
I am passionate about helping people and relationships heal, grow, and transform. I believe we develop and participate in patterns of behavior with our loved ones, and it takes intentional effort to get unstuck. I love helping clients develop insight through self-examination and personal accountability. My goal is to restore calm in relationships disrupted by the stress of chronic, unresolved conflicts and emotional disconnection. I enjoy helping clients tolerate and reduce anxiety and create intimacy with their partners. I am a Certified Sex Therapist, and I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and EMDR.
My specialties include: sex therapy, complex relational issues, trauma, abuse in family of origin, domestic violence, addiction recovery, and working with BIPOC and first-generation clients.
I am passionate about helping people and relationships heal, grow, and transform. I believe we develop and participate in patterns of behavior with our loved ones, and it takes intentional effort to get unstuck. I love helping clients develop insight through self-examination and personal accountability. My goal is to restore calm in relationships disrupted by the stress of chronic, unresolved conflicts and emotional disconnection. I enjoy helping clients tolerate and reduce anxiety and create intimacy with their partners. I am a Certified Sex Therapist, and I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma, which includes childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and incest.
My counseling approach focuses on strengths and innate potential for growth. I strive to provide a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where thoughts and feelings are expressed freely within the safety of a therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma, which includes childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and incest.
My counseling approach focuses on strengths and innate potential for growth. I strive to provide a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where thoughts and feelings are expressed freely within the safety of a therapeutic relationship.
My focus is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, emotional abuse, and the lasting impact of trauma.
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. My work is grounded in social work values, including dignity, social justice, and respect for each person’s lived experience.
My focus is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, emotional abuse, and the lasting impact of trauma.
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. My work is grounded in social work values, including dignity, social justice, and respect for each person’s lived experience.
Planting Seeds Counseling & Coaching, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Frisco, TX 75034
Planting Seeds is a group practice with locations in Frisco and Prosper. We have a staff that offers a variety of techniques and approaches for clients ranging in age from 4 years old through adulthood. We offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We believe in a holistic approach to self-care and wellness. Life can be difficult and full of unexpected surprises that often knock us off of our feet. If you are searching for a clinician to partner with you as you journey towards health, please call us today.
Planting Seeds is a group practice with locations in Frisco and Prosper. We have a staff that offers a variety of techniques and approaches for clients ranging in age from 4 years old through adulthood. We offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We believe in a holistic approach to self-care and wellness. Life can be difficult and full of unexpected surprises that often knock us off of our feet. If you are searching for a clinician to partner with you as you journey towards health, please call us today.
Previously I worked in Child Protective Services and Residential Treatment for Adolescents in Houston, Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Unit of the Juvenile Court of Cook County, in Chicago, and Inpatient Adult Mental Health Units in Minneapolis, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
Life is hard. Relationships, loss, trauma, mental and/or physical illness. My goal is to provide a safe place for you to explore whatever is making life difficult for you, to help you make decisions to enhance and improve the quality of your life. Individuals, couples, families from young to senior adults, all cultures, races, religions, sexual orientation; those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, loss, relationship and aging issues, and as a cancer survivor, with acute and chronic illness. Private practice in Texas since 2011, both in Fort Worth and Plano, and since 1990 in Minneapolis and Arkansas.
Previously I worked in Child Protective Services and Residential Treatment for Adolescents in Houston, Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Unit of the Juvenile Court of Cook County, in Chicago, and Inpatient Adult Mental Health Units in Minneapolis, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
Life is hard. Relationships, loss, trauma, mental and/or physical illness. My goal is to provide a safe place for you to explore whatever is making life difficult for you, to help you make decisions to enhance and improve the quality of your life. Individuals, couples, families from young to senior adults, all cultures, races, religions, sexual orientation; those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, loss, relationship and aging issues, and as a cancer survivor, with acute and chronic illness. Private practice in Texas since 2011, both in Fort Worth and Plano, and since 1990 in Minneapolis and Arkansas.
Taking a step to take care of yourself and work through hard things can be scary. Together we can work as a team to take you where you are ready to go. Offering empathy, acceptance, and a safe space for us to figure out your next step, together we can move forward. I believe you have been trying your hardest with the life you have been given, but it is my hope that together we can find tools, support, or acceptance to get you to a place where you feel you are thriving. I believe that I can be the person to help get you to that spot.
Taking a step to take care of yourself and work through hard things can be scary. Together we can work as a team to take you where you are ready to go. Offering empathy, acceptance, and a safe space for us to figure out your next step, together we can move forward. I believe you have been trying your hardest with the life you have been given, but it is my hope that together we can find tools, support, or acceptance to get you to a place where you feel you are thriving. I believe that I can be the person to help get you to that spot.
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Among my areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, couples/relationship concerns, chronic mental illness, and substance abuse, but I am comfortable and well versed in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns.
Sometimes life and things get to be "a bit too much." We all deal with things differently. My focus is helping clients chart a path towards greater wellbeing and fulfillment, so that they can ultimately live a happy and healthy life that matters. This means an individualized treatment plan and goals which we will collaborate together. My work is insight driven. I am passionate about helping others develop deeper understanding and acceptance for themselves, the world and the experiences which we encounter.
Among my areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, couples/relationship concerns, chronic mental illness, and substance abuse, but I am comfortable and well versed in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns.
Sometimes life and things get to be "a bit too much." We all deal with things differently. My focus is helping clients chart a path towards greater wellbeing and fulfillment, so that they can ultimately live a happy and healthy life that matters. This means an individualized treatment plan and goals which we will collaborate together. My work is insight driven. I am passionate about helping others develop deeper understanding and acceptance for themselves, the world and the experiences which we encounter.
I believe that every person will reach the fullest potential in life with the right support and guidance. There are times that you may feel anxious, depressed, hopeless, or even alone. In these times it can be very helpful to have someone to help you navigate your way through these challenges to a state of mental wellness and stability. Counseling can provide a safe and confidential space to learn skills and address feelings that likely impact many areas of your life.
I believe that every person will reach the fullest potential in life with the right support and guidance. There are times that you may feel anxious, depressed, hopeless, or even alone. In these times it can be very helpful to have someone to help you navigate your way through these challenges to a state of mental wellness and stability. Counseling can provide a safe and confidential space to learn skills and address feelings that likely impact many areas of your life.
With a strong background in trauma therapy, Gace treats clients who are seeking help with Sexual Abuse, PTSD, Complex Trauma, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Boundaries, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, and Suicidal Ideation.
Grace is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Progressive Counting (PC), CBT, Humanistic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. Recognizing that every person is unique, she focuses on partnering with clients to define their goals and create a personalized plan that
With a strong background in trauma therapy, Gace treats clients who are seeking help with Sexual Abuse, PTSD, Complex Trauma, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Boundaries, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, and Suicidal Ideation.
Grace is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Progressive Counting (PC), CBT, Humanistic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. Recognizing that every person is unique, she focuses on partnering with clients to define their goals and create a personalized plan that
Specializing in counseling and therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Infidelity, Pre-marital issues, Divorce, Family Conflicts, Trauma, Grief, Substance Abuse, Life Transitions, Stress, Parenting.
Feeling overwhelmed and ready for a change? I’m here to support you on that journey! Life can be chaotic, perplexing, and at times, seemingly unfair. Whether you are struggling with individual challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, or low self-esteem, or seeking relationship advice as a couple for issues like conflict resolution, poor communication, or infidelity, I’ve got you! These are all common issues that can be managed and improved on. There is absolutely hope! With over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege to work with and support individuals just like you.
Specializing in counseling and therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Infidelity, Pre-marital issues, Divorce, Family Conflicts, Trauma, Grief, Substance Abuse, Life Transitions, Stress, Parenting.
Feeling overwhelmed and ready for a change? I’m here to support you on that journey! Life can be chaotic, perplexing, and at times, seemingly unfair. Whether you are struggling with individual challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, or low self-esteem, or seeking relationship advice as a couple for issues like conflict resolution, poor communication, or infidelity, I’ve got you! These are all common issues that can be managed and improved on. There is absolutely hope! With over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege to work with and support individuals just like you.
A True You Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LPCC, NCC
4 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Are you feeling unsure about how to support your teen through challenges like bullying, depression, social anxiety, or past trauma? Or perhaps you’re navigating difficulties in your marriage and questioning what the next step should be. You don’t have to face these decisions alone—I’m here to help.
I specialize in working with families and couples, offering solution-focused, evidence-based strategies that can be applied both in and outside of the counseling space. My goal is to equip parents with practical tools to support their teens, while also helping couples explore their options collaboratively.
Are you feeling unsure about how to support your teen through challenges like bullying, depression, social anxiety, or past trauma? Or perhaps you’re navigating difficulties in your marriage and questioning what the next step should be. You don’t have to face these decisions alone—I’m here to help.
I specialize in working with families and couples, offering solution-focused, evidence-based strategies that can be applied both in and outside of the counseling space. My goal is to equip parents with practical tools to support their teens, while also helping couples explore their options collaboratively.
Chandler specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Autism, ADD/ADHD, Trauma, Self Esteem, Stress, Gender & Identity issues, Grief, Loss, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Relationship Issues, and Foster Care Transitions.
Utilizing a variety of techniques, some of Chandler’s favorite are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Play Therapy in her treatment process. When working with clients, Chandler’s goal is to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs about oneself.
Chandler specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Autism, ADD/ADHD, Trauma, Self Esteem, Stress, Gender & Identity issues, Grief, Loss, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Relationship Issues, and Foster Care Transitions.
Utilizing a variety of techniques, some of Chandler’s favorite are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Play Therapy in her treatment process. When working with clients, Chandler’s goal is to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs about oneself.
Peace... Isn't that what we all want... Peace in our hearts, minds, souls... Peace within ourselves, Peace in our relationships, Peace with God? At Advocate Christian Counseling this is my number one goal, to help you come to a place of peace deep within. Whether you are facing a current crisis or are wanting to overcome some roadblocks to living life to the fullest, I want to be your advocate to help you lead a life that is rich, rewarding, and fruitful. I love working with individuals, couples, and families helping to find God's path to your freedom, wholeness, and joy.
Peace... Isn't that what we all want... Peace in our hearts, minds, souls... Peace within ourselves, Peace in our relationships, Peace with God? At Advocate Christian Counseling this is my number one goal, to help you come to a place of peace deep within. Whether you are facing a current crisis or are wanting to overcome some roadblocks to living life to the fullest, I want to be your advocate to help you lead a life that is rich, rewarding, and fruitful. I love working with individuals, couples, and families helping to find God's path to your freedom, wholeness, and joy.
You may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, family conflict, grief, or a major life transition and have reached a point where something needs to change. You may understand what you’re feeling but struggle to understand why certain patterns continue, or you may simply know that life no longer feels the way you want it to. I work with teens, adults, individuals, and families who are ready for a space where they can speak honestly, feel heard without judgment, and begin developing healthier ways to navigate what they’re facing.
You may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, family conflict, grief, or a major life transition and have reached a point where something needs to change. You may understand what you’re feeling but struggle to understand why certain patterns continue, or you may simply know that life no longer feels the way you want it to. I work with teens, adults, individuals, and families who are ready for a space where they can speak honestly, feel heard without judgment, and begin developing healthier ways to navigate what they’re facing.
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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.