Family Therapy in Rice, Houston, TX

I'm a licensed professional counselor who works primarily with young people, 13 years of age and up, who are confused about life and have become angry, non-communicative, anxious, unmotivated, depressed, self harming, and/or suicidal. I help them explore and understand the very things that confuse them, whether it is managing emotions, family dynamics, communication, organization, self-esteem, experiencing grief, navigating social dynamics with healthy boundaries, how to make sense of thoughts and feelings, or how to build resilience.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).

I work with adults in individual, couple, and group settings. My passion is to serve others, and I strongly believe in the therapy process. With the foundation of a caring and trusting relationship, therapy can provide the insight, perspective, and self-awareness that leads to lasting change. As an attuned and empathic listener, I will not only assist you in navigating life's struggles, but collaborate with you through creative avenues to find the best path to your personal growth. I have come to trust in every individual's capacity to heal and find meaning, as we are inherently resilient beings!

Hello, and welcome! I encourage and support your search for the right therapist. I am a clinical psychologist with years of experience working with adults of all ages. I provide a safe, objective, and collaborative environment in which to help work through any concerns or challenges you may be facing, learn new skills and ways of thinking, and give you the feedback and tools to help you accomplish your goals. By working together, we can explore and tackle past issues and recurring patterns, or just stay focused on the present and work towards solutions and future goals.

Are you grappling with intense emotions related to generational trauma or past experiences? Struggling with mixed emotions about your identity? Finding it challenging to navigate life transitions? Or is your child experiencing difficulties within home, school, or other social settings? Whether you're a parent seeking assistance with a child or adolescent, or an individual, couple, or family in need of support for life transitions, stress, anxiety, feelings of sadness, or improving communication within your relationships—reach out to me.

Less than 16% of therapists in Texas are male, which may very well be why so many men don’t go to therapy. I specialize in men’s issues including fatherhood, life transitions and stigma. Additionally, families often need support when raising their children. I work with families and children through difficult transitional times, such as grief, school anxiety, college transitions, and family communication.

Debbi specializes in guiding individuals and couples toward a more meaningful life. Her clients seek self-discovery and self-identity, and she incorporates life coaching to enhance authenticity in their relationships and address challenges. Debbi's approach is solutions-oriented, involving collaborative goal-setting and problem-solving. With a compassionate and modern approach, Debbi specializes in helping clients unearth their authentic selves, nurturing self-identity, fostering genuine connections, and bridging cognitive thinking with emotional intelligence.

Therapy is a partnership that grows in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance. It allows one to rediscover the parts of selves which may have been disowned; to learn new skills to handle grief and distress; to build healthier, more nurturing relationships; and to gain access to one's own direct experience of the world. I nurture this collaboration with clients and recognize that within each of us there exists a deeper wisdom that, given adequate support, naturally moves toward healing and integration.

I am a licensed Professional Counselor by the State of Texas. My undergraduate work is in Family Studies and Child Development. My graduate work is in the areas of counseling psychology and Educational Psychology. I have been working in a school setting for the past 20 years and I have been in a private practice setting since 2006.

There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.

Are you someone who normally can handle a lot of stress ? Someone people look up to and often ask for help? But right now YOU are struggling? I specialize helping high-achieving, successful individuals who could benefit from someone THEY can turn to for support. I can teach you relaxation strategies, help you uncover the root cause, or directly apply techniques to repair attachments and relationships. I can help you reconnect with yourself, family, and friends. We all deserve help. Lets jump online on a call, Dr.Lisa

Navigating the decision to engage in the therapeutic process can feel overwhelming and intimidating. However, the journey can be one of great reward. Treatment begins with an understanding of you as a unique individual; through collaboration as well as active engagement the process of individual, couple, family, or group therapy evolves. Therapy includes exploration of your past and present relationships, experiences, and struggles so that a deeper understanding of self can be achieved. Greater self-awareness allows for the opportunity to make intentional choices, increased confidence in your authentic self, and navigation of future struggles in an effective way.

Therapy is a powerful way of changing unhelpful patterns in our life and engaging in the process can help ease the dilemma of feeling stuck. In my work with clients I practice from a humanistic approach to understanding the person seeking treatment. My aim is to create connection through understanding and safety within the parameters of a secure therapeutic relationship to help stabilize crisis and facilitate emotional growth. I work with teens and adults, at different stages of development to help gain skills and insight into how internal conflicts may be playing out in life and relationships.

Everyone has experienced a sleepless night where the burdens and worries of our lives have kept us tossing and turning. Many times those closest to us are the very ones we cannot turn to for help. This is all part of life. But when the tossing and the turning become a constant companion, and when family and close personal relationships become more stressful than supportive, we need a safe place to unburden our inner thoughts, worries and fears. This safe haven is where you can uncover new direction for your life and begin to move into wholeness, free of feeling fragmented.

Are there constant demands placed on you at your job, school, or home? It can be difficult to manage all of them. Finding the time to focus on you to gain relief from life's challenges is tough. I believe that a trusting relationship between a therapist and client is essential towards one's progress. The therapeutic relationship can offer an empathic and collaborative way to explore change within yourself and your environment. I can help with problem solving, identifying strengths and weaknesses, learning better ways to communicate with others, learning coping skills, and also provide you with social support.

As lead therapist at Houston Therapy for Girls, I have extensive experience working with girls age 7-25 and their families, and my goal is to create an accepting environment in which girls and young women can gain self-acceptance and learn skills to help them negotiate some of life's most challenging years. I have ten years post-Master’s experience working with clients with four of those years spent working as a counselor at an all-girls private school. Having both attended and worked at all-girls schools, I have experienced first-hand the pressures and challenges girls face developing a sense of self in today's world.

As a family therapist my focus is on making relationships stronger whether you are a couple, a family or an individual. I work to improve connections to each other in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where we will discuss what is and what isn't working well in your relationship or family. I use a variety of therapies that help improve emotional connection, communication and caring. Couples with relationship problems who want to find a way to make their relationship work are the majority of my clients.

I believe that most people face challenges in their lives that they need help finding the right tools to cope with. It is important to me that I establish a trusting relationship, where a client can be open about their issues. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified school counselor. I received a B. Ed from University of Houston and a M. Ed. in Counseling from Sam Houston State University. I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples dealing with issues including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and grief. I also specialize in infertility and women's issues.

People seek therapy for many reasons. You may face illness or health issues, and seek therapy for support. You may experience an unexpected negative event and need therapy to deal with resulting stress, depression or anxiety. Or you may want a different perspective on a given situation and seek therapy for clarity. My goal is to help you find the support, relief and clarity to enjoy a more productive life. I believe in a non-judgmental, active and collaborative approach. Warmth, compassion and humor characterize my therapy style.