Family Therapy in Houston, TX
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Aimee Roulaine Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The hardest and bravest step anyone can take is to reach out and ask for help. I am passionate about helping individuals and families overcome any challenge and move toward positive change. It is important for me to create a nonjudgmental and sensitive environment for each of my clients. My philosophy stems from the premise that every individual, couple, and
family
has strengths and capabilities that can be developed to help them attain and sustain a healthier lifestyle.
Karina Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Prior to private practice, Karina worked in Austin, Texas at the Child Advocacy Center of Travis County working with adults and children impacted by a traumatic experience, Austin Travis County Integral Care and the Catholic
Family
Diocese .
Karina Garcia treats adults, adolescents, couples and families who have a wide range of presenting problems. I have particular interests in trauma, relationship issues, including couples therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, sexual abuse, ADHD and men's vulnerability. I have specialized training, experience, and interests in the treatment of children with behavior problems and families disrupted by divorce. I also enjoy working with multicultural backgrounds as well as immigrant populations. All services are available in English or Spanish.
Barbara J. Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole
family
.
Family
history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.
Bevette Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Whether you are seeking care for yourself, your
family
, or your staff, I am knowledgeable and ready to assist in the evolution.
The beauty of the butterfly lies in its willingness, as a caterpillar, to wrap itself into a cocoon in order that it might evolve and no longer crawl the earth but soar at heights one could only imagine. It knows life literally through highs and lows, just as you. With so many voices, internal and external, the need for a cocoon experience to evolve into your next chapter is inevitable, and wellness is just a whisper away.
Myrna Engler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
A goal to reach in therapy will be to understand how unique every
family
is and the many transitions experienced at every age.
My work is focused on helping Moms and Dads who are seeking ways to improve and navigate their own personal struggles as they raise their children while juggling many roles. When my clients first come to me, they feel a shift in their child's attitude and behaviors as they also experience changes in their life. What worked in a different generation doesn't necessarily work now.
Puja Mehta
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
Verified
Since 2008 I have been privileged to work with individuals and families, I have a specific interest in anxiety, trauma, mood disturbances, &
family
changes such as divorce or separation.
I am incredibly fortunate to have my dream job and feel a sense of fulfillment and pride in my work everyday. I know for many of us we do not have that opportunity and have numerous challenges that prevent us from feeling fulfillment, happiness or stability, which can cause immense distress that may be due to anxiety, depression, panic, and feeling lost in general among other complex emotions. Counseling can help give you clarity, and create and work towards goals that lead to happiness and optimism about life overall, you just have to reach out.
Amanda King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As an eating disorder and queer-informed therapist, my primary areas of focus are LGBTQIA+ related issues, gender exploration, eating disorder recovery, and supporting folx in healing their relationship with food and their bodies. I also work with a diverse group of clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment to life changes, and difficulties within relationships and
family
dynamics. I am committed to providing individualized and integrative psychotherapy services to adolescents, adults, and couples of all backgrounds and identities.
Angela Tsai
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I come from Taiwan with the ability to conduct counseling service in Mandarin and Taiwanese. I received my Master of education in counseling at the University of Houston-Victoria in Texas. I was trained in individual therapy,
family therapy
, career counseling, and group counseling. I received the Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training at Taiwan mindfulness association. My experience includes in dealing with mood disorders, Anxiety, PTSD,
family
conflict, relationship problems, conduct problem, and personal development issues.
Joseph Scott Anenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
*LPC SUPERVISION AVAILABLE. Therapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with clients who are trying to grow healthier relationships. People who choose my practice work on the relationships they have with marriage, divorce and
family
, the future, the world of work, anxiety or depression, food, spirit and community.
Paul Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, My name is Paul Bailey and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arkansas and Texas. I graduated from Henderson State University with a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I have been a licensed therapist for 9 years which I have worked in outpatient and inpatient settings. I have experience working with the following issues: anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar, psychosis,
family
issues, and behavioral issues.
Stephanie Farugia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Seeking therapy can often feel like a scary and foreign concept. My job is to provide a safe place for you, and your
family
to process life's complications and unload the burdens and losses that are too difficult to be faced with alone. In all of my work, self-esteem and identity formation are a key ingredient. I believe that the skills and strengths it takes to create a life where we are fulfilled and loved already exists within all of us, we just need a little help to harness them. I want to help you identify your skills and values, find self-compassion, and find the courage to try new behaviors and to reach new goals.
Jennifer L Lancaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am an individual and
family therapist
with more than 10 years of experience in mental health. I worked with The Menninger Clinic's adolescent and eating disorder programs, as well as Clementine, an eating disorder residential treatment center. I have been in private practice since 2019. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults and families, and I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and
family
/relational conflict. I utilize DBT, CBT and ACT, as well as provide supportive therapy. I also offer meal support services for clients and families battling an eating disorder.
Nikis Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, ASOTP, LCDC-I
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is ever changing. Seems like when you fix one thing, something else breaks.
Family
, work, and school can be overwhelming, frustrating, and too much. Need a safe space to air it all out and a possible plan to get through? You are not alone and I encourage you to reach out.
Not accepting new clients
Ossenia Jeff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I take the bio-psycho-social approach towards helping you, your
family
, and your relationships.
Associated with Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates, PLLC. My treatment method involves helping you gain insight, take action, make changes, and accept if change is not possible. I will help manage your struggle with mental illness and will help you through the normal stressors that often accompany transitions in life. The hurt you feel after a separation. The emptiness you feel when your children leave home. The grief you feel from the loss of a loved one. The stress from the unbearable work demands. Whatever the cause, I help with the skills needed to either change the situation and/or the way you think about it.
Waitlist for new clients
Priscilla Francis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My private counseling practice offers services to individuals, couples,
family
and children whose past trauma and or mental health interfere with their daily life.
I have witnessed the value of resilience through healing. In my practice, I work with clients to offer individualized treatment to who you are as person, rather than cookie cutter services. The stigma associated with therapy and mental health, especially in the minority communty is damaging. Our fear of looking “crazy”, especially in todays' society continues to hold us back. You are not crazy for getting the help you need. You deserve to heal. Your community needs you to heal so you can give back in a healthy way. Your healing is your community healing.
Waitlist for new clients
Tiffanie James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel as if you have the weight of the world on your shoulders and you cannot seem to catch a break? Are you unlearning traditional roles? Is your
family
shaming you for untraditional roles in your household? Are you trying to manage everyone else's problems, but drowning in your own? Are you a people pleaser? Are you following someone else's dream? Have you lived for others for so long that your choices are based on their validation versus your own desires? Are you pretending to be someone that you are not to accommodate your peers? Are you on a journey to discovering your authentic self?
Andrea Laskowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm Andrea, a postmodern and strengths-based therapist with four years of clinical experience who sees individuals, romantic couples, and families. Some areas I have focused on in my work include Infidelity, Relationship Issues, Marital/Pre-Marital, Grief, and Men's Issues. My therapeutic approach is nondirective and client-focused, utilizing a mix of Couples Therapy,
Family
Systems, Gottman Method, Marital, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT). I believe I can help you co-create solutions to various situations and problems in your life.
Dr. Noel C Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
Verified
Other jobs include: Baylor College of Medicine
Family
and Community Medicine Clinic and The Veterans Hospital.
Dr. Gonzalez and his associates treat adults, adolescents, children, and families who have a wide range of presenting problems. We have particular interests in eating disorders, relationship issues, including couples therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, sexual dysfunction and addiction, ADHD, LGBT issues, testing and evaluations for INS. We also have specialized training, experience, and interests in the treatment of children with behavior problems and families disrupted by divorce. All services are available in English or Spanish.
Ellie Chaikind
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMF, T
Verified
Verified
Ms. Chaikind is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) as well as an LMFT a Licensed Marriage &
Family Therapist
) in the state of Texas.
She has over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, with special emphasis on depression, anger, couples counseling, eating disorders and life transitions such as job change, grief, marriage, and divorce.
Ellie has an emphasis on counseling those whose eating disorders rule their lives. She is also a grandmother who will happily counsel children over the age of 9.
Carrie S Follmar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
For four generations, my life has been impacted by
family
members with ADHD and that drove me toward this area of study.
My ideal client is one who wants to process through how they feel or what they are experiencing while working toward a positive outcome. We will work together focusing on strengths and moving forward with HOPE.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.