Female Therapists in Houston, TX

In today's fast paced environment, men and women face time crunching deadlines as they juggle careers, home life, care-giving for aging parents, and raising children. Teens struggle (often silently) with peer pressure, self-esteem, sexuality, and cyber-bullying. Often, addictions play into this mix we call "life" regardless of age. If you want to gain freedom to make the best decisions for yourself and for those you love with confidence and self-assurance, call me. You can be free to be the best YOU possible. I am experienced in life's challenges, with over 28 years' experience in the Houston area.

I am committed to help you achieve your goals for personal development and growth. My goal is to address the root of what's been causing your current struggles so that you can live a fulfilling and happy life. I also collaborate with individuals and families to help reach their goals of feeling more content, balanced, and connected with themselves and others.

Do you feel "STUCK", OVERWHELMED,BLUE or FRUSTRATED? Maybe it seems like NO ONE UNDERSTANDS how you feel. Do you keep repeating the same mistakes in relationships? My clients gain personal insight,higher self esteem and more self confidence. They learn effective communication skills. In addition, clients begin to understand "gender issues" that is how men and women are different! Importantly, client's learn to recognize the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships. With these positive life changes,clients can look forward to a brighter future which includes being in healthier, happier relationships.

Nettie Jones provides psychotherapy services to women who are wanting to find balance, reconnect with intimacy, live out their purpose and passion, and know the value of their voice. Women can learn to embrace the many seasons of life. Depression and anxiety have become the common cold of the mental disorders,learn to identify the signs and symptoms and what to do with them.

I am Mercedy Jones, and I completed my graduate degree at the University of Texas at Arlington. I specialized in mental health and substance abuse. I received training in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Informed Care.

I know how difficult it can be to not let past experiences get in the way of your life today. If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone. I've been there and know how to help. My job is to help you heal and access your inner strength and wisdom, learning useful tools along the way to help you reach your goals in a way that feels natural for you. Find comfort in knowing that my relaxed approach will give you the space to share your story without the concern of being labelled or judged.

Do you find yourself lying awake at night wondering how you will cope with the next day's challenges? Do you struggle with constant worries or guilt over believing that you're never "enough?" Do you feel like you've lost yourself in the day-to-day tasks and roles you try to fill to take care of everyone else? I understand. I am here to let you know that you're not alone. Life transitions can be difficult to walk through. Therapy can provide a safe space to talk about these transitions and help you discover ways of thriving in your new normal.

The world would have you believe that being superhuman is a pre-requisite to being a mom, wife, professional, a woman . While you try to do the best you can, are you often left feeling drained, anxious, self-conscious, irritable, or, at times, alone? Does talking to loved ones, friends, or partners make you feel guilty, unappreciative, or not quite giving you the clarity that you’ve looking for? Fortunately, you are not alone, as this is a very common feeling women experience. It is painful, affects our confidence, and often leaves us lost, not knowing where to turn.

The pressure of being a woman in today’s society can be challenging, even for the most successful. The idea that we have to “do it all” in order to “have it all” can be overwhelming. Each stage of a woman 's life can present a different set of challenges. Are you struggling as you are entering into adulthood or find retirement to be a challenge? Somewhere in-between? Do you feel guilty because you chose a career over a family, or a family over a career? Maybe you chose both but feel you are not living up to your or everyone else's expectations? Do you feel like part of your life is missing but you are not sure how to find it?

When you meet with me, you can be confident in knowing that I see you, I hear you and I empathize with you. Sometimes we hit a bump, get sidetracked, or get stuck. Whether you feel stuck or lost in your life's journey, I can help. The population I see includes men, women , couples, young adults, students, and Individuals going through life transitions; (moving house, changing jobs, going to college, divorcing, getting married, empty nesters, people struggling with substances, self-esteem issues, and identity crisis). Whatever the concern, you do not have to tackle it alone. Reach out.

I specialize in working with young women who want to improve their feelings about themselves. Many of the women I work with have the appearance of being successful and having it all together. But on the inside they feel like something is broken or missing. If you find that you're always putting other's needs before your own, being critical of yourself or feeling unfulfilled with your relationships, I'm here to help.

I work with young professional women navigating their own version of the “quarter-life crisis” — primarily anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions. My clients are typically high-functioning adults who have been pretty successful in certain areas of life, but are wrestling with challenges that might not be so obvious others (which can often feel incredibly isolating). I enjoy working with women who have a desire for personal growth and insight, are motivated to make changes around unhealthy patterns or relationships, and want to better understand how to navigate challenging life situations.

Therapy should be a safe place where you can open up and speak freely and honestly. My goal is to provide you with the best mental health care possible in a courteous and efficient manner. I understand your need for confidentiality, trust and respect. My therapeutic approach is solution focused and cognitive behavior therapy. I work extensively with women issues, depression (including postpartum depression), anxiety, infertility, miscarriage and self-esteem. I provide help for marriage counseling and individuals with relationship problems.

Are you struggling to enjoy life? Do you struggle with maintaining healthy relationships with your significant other, family, friends and/or colleagues and desire to improve them? Do you take care of others but cannot count on others to be there for you? Are you living life like you are just going through the motions or struggling to survive? Is it a struggle to get up out of bed most days? Do you suffer from anxiety, depression, and/or life transitions? Sometimes we aren't prepared for life's crisis however we can learn to better cope and manage life's challenges by making our mental health a priority.

It’s a whole new world and all of the sudden you're expected to know what to do. In a judgment-free environment my main goal is to empower and provide equipment for you to go through your journey of healing. I work to create a safe, comfortable, and compassionate clinical experience. I aim to unveil my client’s inborn abilities to find growth and achievement in their lives. I help clients gain a better understanding of themselves and make meaning of the world we live in.

I have been a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor for over 8 years. I primarily work with adults, focusing on areas including stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression as well as grief and loss. I enjoy working with postpartum women and parents as they navigate the challenges of parenthood. Before I began working in private practice, I worked in the health care setting, providing care for hospital employees. I also work with school aged children, providing counseling and testing. Prior to earning my graduate degree in Psychology and my LPC license, I received a Masters in Education and was an elementary school teacher.