Marriage Counseling Therapists in Houston, TX
She is certified in Prepare/Enrich, a pre- marital and marriage enrichment program.
Ashlyn believes a strong collaborative therapeutic alliance is of the utmost importance and works to build trust & highlight a client’s strengths at the outset. Her clinical approach is integrative, utilizing components of behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, emotionally-focused couples therapy, mindfulness, mind/body connection, & attachment theory.
She is certified in Prepare/Enrich, a pre- marital and marriage enrichment program.
Ashlyn believes a strong collaborative therapeutic alliance is of the utmost importance and works to build trust & highlight a client’s strengths at the outset. Her clinical approach is integrative, utilizing components of behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, emotionally-focused couples therapy, mindfulness, mind/body connection, & attachment theory.
Hello, I'm Colleen Paxton, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) with over 21 years of experience in the mental health field.
As a certified trauma professional and EMDR trained therapist, I use evidence-based and systemic approaches to help clients process and heal from trauma.
I approach family discord from a systemic point of view to facilitate greater healing and improved relationships.
Hello, I'm Colleen Paxton, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) with over 21 years of experience in the mental health field.
As a certified trauma professional and EMDR trained therapist, I use evidence-based and systemic approaches to help clients process and heal from trauma.
I approach family discord from a systemic point of view to facilitate greater healing and improved relationships.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field.
I create an informal environment where I establish rapport and create a safe space where the client feels comfortable. When we have our first session and the initial intake, I broach the subject of goals and the importance of initially setting a goal or goals. I let clients know that the goals are fluid and can change or become clearer as time goes on.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field.
I create an informal environment where I establish rapport and create a safe space where the client feels comfortable. When we have our first session and the initial intake, I broach the subject of goals and the importance of initially setting a goal or goals. I let clients know that the goals are fluid and can change or become clearer as time goes on.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor with 20-plus years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults.
I have training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Triple P Parenting, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor with 20-plus years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults.
I have training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Triple P Parenting, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy.
I wholeheartedly believe there is hope for every individual, marriage and family; please reach out for a free, 15-minute consultation!
My passion is helping adults, teens, and children find healing from trauma-related challenges and relational hardships. As a Christian therapist, I enjoy helping clients find freedom from anything limiting them from walking in their true identity. I am trained in play therapy, am a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner, and have worked over a decade with those who have experienced challenges related to trauma, foster care/adoption and domestic violence. Additionally, my background includes working with couples and strengthening relationships from various walks of life.
I wholeheartedly believe there is hope for every individual, marriage and family; please reach out for a free, 15-minute consultation!
My passion is helping adults, teens, and children find healing from trauma-related challenges and relational hardships. As a Christian therapist, I enjoy helping clients find freedom from anything limiting them from walking in their true identity. I am trained in play therapy, am a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner, and have worked over a decade with those who have experienced challenges related to trauma, foster care/adoption and domestic violence. Additionally, my background includes working with couples and strengthening relationships from various walks of life.
Suffering is a real thing in this world, such things as grief, depression, addiction, social skills, communication, parenting, dating, marriage, identify and other issues that can cripple a person. I offer professionally competent Biblically sound counseling for those that may be struggling and I know that reaching out for help is hard and telling your story to someone you don't even know can be scary and I completely understand that. I want to encourage you to take a step in faith and ask for help. Time will me will be safe, confidential and filled with purpose.
Suffering is a real thing in this world, such things as grief, depression, addiction, social skills, communication, parenting, dating, marriage, identify and other issues that can cripple a person. I offer professionally competent Biblically sound counseling for those that may be struggling and I know that reaching out for help is hard and telling your story to someone you don't even know can be scary and I completely understand that. I want to encourage you to take a step in faith and ask for help. Time will me will be safe, confidential and filled with purpose.
Requirements for intake: Uploaded copies of State Driver's License/ ID, Insurance card, list of medications, discharge from previous therapy/ hospital in last 3 years, last report card (clients 18 or under), marriage license, divorce decree, court order(s) - including probation, custody, counseling, order of protection, child support, anger management, etc.
My philosophy as a Mental Health Professional involves the client centered approach to (1) foster increased independent thinking and stabilized mood, (2) progress towards healthier lifestyles (3) achievement of desired goals/ outcomes from therapy; including (a) improved interpersonal relationships, (b) development/ improvement of acceptable and appropriate social interaction, (c) improved self-image, self worth, and self perception, (d) positive interaction between the client, the therapist &others and (e) increased level of daily and global functioning.
Requirements for intake: Uploaded copies of State Driver's License/ ID, Insurance card, list of medications, discharge from previous therapy/ hospital in last 3 years, last report card (clients 18 or under), marriage license, divorce decree, court order(s) - including probation, custody, counseling, order of protection, child support, anger management, etc.
My philosophy as a Mental Health Professional involves the client centered approach to (1) foster increased independent thinking and stabilized mood, (2) progress towards healthier lifestyles (3) achievement of desired goals/ outcomes from therapy; including (a) improved interpersonal relationships, (b) development/ improvement of acceptable and appropriate social interaction, (c) improved self-image, self worth, and self perception, (d) positive interaction between the client, the therapist &others and (e) increased level of daily and global functioning.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my private practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of their relationships.
To effectively address the unique concerns of each client, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches that cater to different needs and situations. One such method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which empowers clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that may be sabotaging their relationships.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my private practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of their relationships.
To effectively address the unique concerns of each client, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches that cater to different needs and situations. One such method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which empowers clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that may be sabotaging their relationships.
Therapy can help you address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions, such as marriage, divorce or parenting teenagers.
As an interactive, goal-oriented therapist, I want to help you achieve the balance you are looking for. Working with a therapist can help provide you with insight, support, and new strategies now, and for the future. Whatever concerns you have, we will focus on your specific needs and find what works best for you.
Therapy can help you address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions, such as marriage, divorce or parenting teenagers.
As an interactive, goal-oriented therapist, I want to help you achieve the balance you are looking for. Working with a therapist can help provide you with insight, support, and new strategies now, and for the future. Whatever concerns you have, we will focus on your specific needs and find what works best for you.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience.
I will provide a safe space to unpack the stress, anxiety and pain that often keep us stuck. Before we begin to open any doors or unpack any spaces, we will talk about self-care, grounding and other techniques to manage overwhelming feelings. Together we will create a place that provides physical and emotional safety, a place where healing can begin.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience.
I will provide a safe space to unpack the stress, anxiety and pain that often keep us stuck. Before we begin to open any doors or unpack any spaces, we will talk about self-care, grounding and other techniques to manage overwhelming feelings. Together we will create a place that provides physical and emotional safety, a place where healing can begin.
Therapy can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping for issues such as depression, anxiety, lack of confidence, relationship troubles or marital conflicts, sexual difficulties, unresolved childhood issues, bereavement, & spiritual conflicts.
Sexuality has been accepted as a universal human experience that is comprised of multiple components. It is important to note that although individuals and couples seek therapy for a variety of reasons that may not be related to sexuality; they may still experience a wide range of sexuality concerns. As an AASECT certified sex therapist I can help.
Therapy can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping for issues such as depression, anxiety, lack of confidence, relationship troubles or marital conflicts, sexual difficulties, unresolved childhood issues, bereavement, & spiritual conflicts.
Sexuality has been accepted as a universal human experience that is comprised of multiple components. It is important to note that although individuals and couples seek therapy for a variety of reasons that may not be related to sexuality; they may still experience a wide range of sexuality concerns. As an AASECT certified sex therapist I can help.
I am licensed and experienced to offer individual therapy, couples therapy, and group therapy focused on marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, grief, chemical dependency treatment, and counseling.
Hello, my name is Vic Victor, a Licensed Professional Therapist. I provide a safe, confidential, and enabling environment for my clients to overcome or manage life challenges through strength, knowledge, and resilience. I partner with my clients to identify their strengths and remove obstacles to living a healthy drug-free life and maximizing their potential.
I am licensed and experienced to offer individual therapy, couples therapy, and group therapy focused on marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, grief, chemical dependency treatment, and counseling.
Hello, my name is Vic Victor, a Licensed Professional Therapist. I provide a safe, confidential, and enabling environment for my clients to overcome or manage life challenges through strength, knowledge, and resilience. I partner with my clients to identify their strengths and remove obstacles to living a healthy drug-free life and maximizing their potential.
He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist.
It’s very important to treat the whole person: psychologically, spiritually, vocationally, socially, nutritionally, and physically. Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist.
It’s very important to treat the whole person: psychologically, spiritually, vocationally, socially, nutritionally, and physically. Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with couples using specific exercises to gain insights and understand the unconscious forces that shape relationships.
A therapeutic setting is a safe place to explore ways to create a healthy and positive life change. Using a variety of therapies we can discover thought patterns, mind-body connections and begin our journey. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience, I use a holistic approach to help you identify root problems. Since the mind and body are connected, we can explore thought patterns and beliefs that can affect your mood and behaviors. This approach can help treat depression, addictions, stress and anxiety.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with couples using specific exercises to gain insights and understand the unconscious forces that shape relationships.
A therapeutic setting is a safe place to explore ways to create a healthy and positive life change. Using a variety of therapies we can discover thought patterns, mind-body connections and begin our journey. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience, I use a holistic approach to help you identify root problems. Since the mind and body are connected, we can explore thought patterns and beliefs that can affect your mood and behaviors. This approach can help treat depression, addictions, stress and anxiety.
I worked with clients who dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood/adult trauma, rumination, couple/ marriage issues, family systems issues, military life issues, etc.
Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova is an LMFT practicing for over 15 years. She uses several therapeutic techniques dependent upon clients’ needs, including CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Positive Psychology. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families across the life span. Nikita has worked in private practice, church settings, inpatient acute/residential treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization programs. She believes in holistic wellness that focuses on clients’ mental health improvement, somatic relief, spiritual connectivity, and positive self-image.
I worked with clients who dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood/adult trauma, rumination, couple/ marriage issues, family systems issues, military life issues, etc.
Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova is an LMFT practicing for over 15 years. She uses several therapeutic techniques dependent upon clients’ needs, including CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Positive Psychology. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families across the life span. Nikita has worked in private practice, church settings, inpatient acute/residential treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization programs. She believes in holistic wellness that focuses on clients’ mental health improvement, somatic relief, spiritual connectivity, and positive self-image.
Adults/Elderly - individual, couples and family psychotherapy (e.g., marital, parenting, aging, divorce issues, chemical dependency, mood disorders, depression and anxiety, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress, and LGBTQ).
Behavior Analyst/ Marriage and Family Therapist: Provide individualized programs to clients with cognitive/developmental/behavioral challenges based on behavioral learning theory (e.g., ABA, CBT, DBT). Provide counseling to individuals/couples/ family systems experiencing life challenges based on family systems theory.
Adults/Elderly - individual, couples and family psychotherapy (e.g., marital, parenting, aging, divorce issues, chemical dependency, mood disorders, depression and anxiety, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress, and LGBTQ).
Behavior Analyst/ Marriage and Family Therapist: Provide individualized programs to clients with cognitive/developmental/behavioral challenges based on behavioral learning theory (e.g., ABA, CBT, DBT). Provide counseling to individuals/couples/ family systems experiencing life challenges based on family systems theory.
I offer my client a multitude of personal experience along with a degree in Marriage and Family therapy.
I believe that my experience and education is a benefit for my clients. My training has been in-depth as well as continuing my education in order to help my clients. I have worked extensively with clients who have anxiety, depression, and many other mental health disorders.
I offer my client a multitude of personal experience along with a degree in Marriage and Family therapy.
I believe that my experience and education is a benefit for my clients. My training has been in-depth as well as continuing my education in order to help my clients. I have worked extensively with clients who have anxiety, depression, and many other mental health disorders.
I am Nicole Leos, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field working with children, teens, adults and family units. I have helped many people who struggled with addiction, trauma, family conflict, anxiety and depression, foster care issues and incarceration circumstances, as well as situational stressors. In working together, we target your goals and areas where you would like to decrease your stress, with your best interest always at the forefront. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I am Nicole Leos, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field working with children, teens, adults and family units. I have helped many people who struggled with addiction, trauma, family conflict, anxiety and depression, foster care issues and incarceration circumstances, as well as situational stressors. In working together, we target your goals and areas where you would like to decrease your stress, with your best interest always at the forefront. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Hi! I am Stacy McCarty-Nash, but just Stacy will do! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor/Mentor. I have been practicing therapy for 24+ years after earning my Master of Science (MS) degree from Friends University. I am licensed in Virginia, Texas, and Florida. My niche is working with culturally diverse individuals struggling with relationship distress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. My mission is to nurture emotional well-being and help you heal and grow one step at a time.
Hi! I am Stacy McCarty-Nash, but just Stacy will do! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor/Mentor. I have been practicing therapy for 24+ years after earning my Master of Science (MS) degree from Friends University. I am licensed in Virginia, Texas, and Florida. My niche is working with culturally diverse individuals struggling with relationship distress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. My mission is to nurture emotional well-being and help you heal and grow one step at a time.
My name is Mark Odland, and I specialize in EMDR therapy, marriage counseling, addiction, men’s issues, and faith-based counseling for those that desire it.
Clients often seek me out because I specialize in EMDR, marriage counseling, and faith-based counseling. As an EMDR therapist I can be very tactical, functioning like an emotional surgeon. I help clients identify the targets that need attention, and then use this research-proven therapy approach to unleash the brain’s natural ability heal and overcome.
My name is Mark Odland, and I specialize in EMDR therapy, marriage counseling, addiction, men’s issues, and faith-based counseling for those that desire it.
Clients often seek me out because I specialize in EMDR, marriage counseling, and faith-based counseling. As an EMDR therapist I can be very tactical, functioning like an emotional surgeon. I help clients identify the targets that need attention, and then use this research-proven therapy approach to unleash the brain’s natural ability heal and overcome.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.