Aetna Therapists in Houston, TX

We realize that no two people are the same and as such tailor our therapy to meet the specific needs of our clients. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression or any other issue, we will help you recognize underlying problems, fully realize your strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things a different, healthier way.

My mission is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan specific to your needs. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. 

I have a B.A. in Psychology from Texas Southern University. I also attained two masters from Walden University: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Applied Psychology. I have serviced a wide ranging population, though my services have been primarily geared towards dealing with men's' issues, depression, and trauma. The age a range of those populations are from children and adolescents, to adults and late adulthood. Client should expect to walk away with psychological flexibility. This is the goal of Acceptance and Commitment therapy. Client should expect to walk away with psychological flexibility.

Feeling alone, broken and misunderstood? Want to repair, rebuild and improve relationships? Your success and personal growth is in reach. Through collaborative therapeutic conversations, I strive to understand how each individual make meaning of their life story and world view. I encourage self-exploration to guide you toward greater self-awareness, self-esteem, confidence and independence. Although I encourage clients to take responsibility for their success in therapy, I believe the power of the therapeutic relationship will foster an inevitable transformation.

I emphasize the connection between a healthy mind, a healthy body, and a healthy life. My primary focus is helping clients build a fulfilling life based on their personal values & goals. I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and families with a variety of challenges including self-harm & suicidal behaviors, grief, stress, ADHD, mood (depression disorder), anxiety, relationship issues, and substance use disorders. I also specialize in educational psychology and provide consulting. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and holistic; as well as evidence based, meaning I use treatments that have been supported by research.

"Your greatest opportunities are always interlocked with the most difficult struggles of your life"; Thus no matter what life throws your way, there is always options available . I am passionate about helping clients reach their full potential. I have experience working with adolescents, young, and older adults from various backgrounds struggling with issues such as anger/stress management, self-esteem,coping skills,depression,anxiety, family conflict, and substance abuse.

Are your emotions getting in the way of living the life you want to live? Do you struggle with reigning in your emotions to be effective? Are you going through a lot of changes and finding it difficult to find your footing? Life throws at us a variety of challenges and obstacles; and if life wasn't hard enough, adding in our emotions can make it that much harder. Whether you are looking for coping skills or just needing someone to process with, I am here to help!

Therapy gives us an opportunity to look at the problem areas in our lives in a safe and non-judgmental environment so that we can find ways to make the changes we desire. As a licensed professional counselor (# 80595) with over 8 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families, I help manage the feelings associated with life's struggles; recognize, understand, and change self-defeating patterns; heal past pain; discover and foster inner strength; and learn new ways to cope that allow a person to get what they want and feel good about themselves.

Hello! We are Cypress Counseling & Behavioral Center!! named BEST THERAPY SERVICES 2019-2020- 2021 in Cy-Fair!. We are a small/boutique style practice in Cypress. Our ideal client is that one that is struggling with the pressure in today's society to be a certain way. The one who deals with high levels of stress, anxiety , depression, trauma, life changes and/or grief. If you are dealing with any type of emotional stress , just know that there is someone willing to work by your side, willing to explore and become your companion on this journey to self discovery. We work with Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families!

How can therapy help me with my problems? That is a question I am sure a lot of people ask themselves when considering therapy. One of my philosophies in life is that although we cannot always control our experiences and circumstances, we can choose our responses to them and delve into how they affect and influence us as humans. Presence is essential. I understand that I cannot change any individual other than myself, but I can act as a vessel or catalyst by truly understanding myself to help another person. My goal is to create an environment where you become the best you as possible by looking into all aspects of your life.

Thank you for visiting. Are you willing to work in a non-judgmental environment where you are free from biases? Are you ready to explore the challenging thoughts that are troubling you and bringing anxiety and fear into your life? As a knowledgeable and caring therapist, I can help you work through your life challenging issues. Everyone deserves to have an empathetic listener that affords trust and understanding in their counseling experience. Everyone has uniqueness within and deserve an opportunity for peace and understanding. "The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus" Philippians 4:7.

My name is Tammy Westerman. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) and I am trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). I work with individuals struggling with trauma due to abuse. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and EMDR. My passion is helping others and guiding them on their journey to healing. I would like to take the time to get to know you and begin that journey.

Are you losing sleep, noticing a change in your appetite, in your ability to concentrate on important decisions? Maybe you have noticed a change in your relationships, or are having difficulty making connections and feeling supported? Many people face difficulties in their life related to life transitions, including experiences such as moving, whether to a new country, a new job, school, or neighborhood. People face career and school challenges, relationship changes, grief and loss, and everyday life stressors. This can feel like a heavy weight is upon us, making it difficult to move forward or cause us to panic, and lose control.

It is no longer acceptable to suffer in silence. Regardless of your age, your friends, family and peers may say, asking for help takes a lot more courage than suffering in silence. There is no shame in taking control of your life and making the courageous decision to want and expect more joy and peace in your life. I believe in empowering individuals to take inventory and control of their lives. Things can always be better and it is up to you to determine when, where and what that looks like. It is my joy and responsibility to help bring about the ‘how.'

Whether you're seeking counseling for marriage or family issues, depression, anxiety, behavior issues, clinical diagnosis, court ordered domestic violence classes, family divorce, decree modification mediation, or any number of other life issues; I am here to help. I have numerous years of experience counseling youth, families, and individuals through Houston Galveston Institute, the Covenant House, West Oaks Psychiatry Hospital, Shiloh Residential Treatment Facility, Riverside General Hospital PHP, St. Michael's Hospital PHP, Behavioral Medicine Houston, Greater Houston Psyc Associates, and private practice at Tabono CMC.

Has life and its experiences been weighing you down? Are you having difficulty escaping your current rut or do you feel trapped in it? Allow me to collaborate with you and help you free yourself. My goal is to assist you in understanding and working through how you’re feeling and why. As a team, you and I will develop and implement a plan to improve your view of life and self. Life can become heavy and my goal is to empower you, educate you and provide you with the tools to better manage the weight.

I am so proud of you for taking the first step in understanding and learning how to become a better you! No more putting it off for tomorrow or saying maybe it will work itself out. We can do this together! I have experienced life and all it has to offer! . I understand what it means to struggle while trying to achieve your dreams. I was a middle school teacher and school counselor, so if there is one thing that I do know it’s understanding teenagers. Are you experiencing a teenager whose actions have changed, seem different, or experiencing abnormal behaviors?

Are you feeling as if you are experiencing an overwhelming disharmony... Emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually? You are not alone. Truth is, creating the "American Dream" is a challenging process of hills and valleys. We all go through experiences of discord or hardship throughout this lifetime, and it is sometimes difficult to manage alone. Because you are reading this, that means you are considering creating a new narrative to manifest the destiny you have always dreamt for yourself or your family. Investing in your future with a non-judgmental, compassionate therapist can abet the right turn into dominating your future.

I firmly believe that you can begin to heal once you feel heard. Your difficult emotions can be managed, you can learn ways to cope and adapt to these ever changing times through building resilience. Throughout the pandemic, I have assisted numerous Clients in navigating these rough times. I encourage you to reach out for help. If it's depression, anxiety, stress, chronic physical illness, trauma, grief or any other reason why you are struggling, you've come to the right place. Also accepting LPC-Associates in need of supervision.