Psychodynamic Therapists in Houston, TX
Mindfully Restored utilizes telehealth services to offer an authentic and empowering wellness journey where we help individuals recognize and manage their stress, depression, and anxiety. We aim to help young women feel empowered through strength-based perspective and wellness support. Our vision is to provide holistic services and products to help women feel empowered to utilize their voices, connect with a healthy community and live fulfilling lives. We believe that we could all be a little more mindful of the way we live.
Mindfully Restored utilizes telehealth services to offer an authentic and empowering wellness journey where we help individuals recognize and manage their stress, depression, and anxiety. We aim to help young women feel empowered through strength-based perspective and wellness support. Our vision is to provide holistic services and products to help women feel empowered to utilize their voices, connect with a healthy community and live fulfilling lives. We believe that we could all be a little more mindful of the way we live.
Whether you are brand new to therapy or have years of experience, I look forward to helping you on the next part of your journey! Although we haven’t met yet, I accept you exactly as you are. I celebrate all of my clients’ unique identities and encourage them to find pride in themselves. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have felt othered or judged by society, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, geeks and gamers, Wiccans and Pagans, neurodivergent people, and anyone else who is looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to feel truly heard.
Whether you are brand new to therapy or have years of experience, I look forward to helping you on the next part of your journey! Although we haven’t met yet, I accept you exactly as you are. I celebrate all of my clients’ unique identities and encourage them to find pride in themselves. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have felt othered or judged by society, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, geeks and gamers, Wiccans and Pagans, neurodivergent people, and anyone else who is looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to feel truly heard.
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.
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 believe that your decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength, courage, and respect for your personal and relationship well-being. Congratulations on taking the first, and often, hardest step. Identifying a therapist with whom you are comfortable is also a critical step toward facilitating the changes that you desire. I have a collaborative and active style in therapy. I am sensitive to the diverse expressions of sexuality, gender, and lifestyles that my clients may bring. I specialize in sexual and relationship concerns, problematic sexual behaviors, kink/fetish, gender identity, and sexual identity.
I believe that your decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength, courage, and respect for your personal and relationship well-being. Congratulations on taking the first, and often, hardest step. Identifying a therapist with whom you are comfortable is also a critical step toward facilitating the changes that you desire. I have a collaborative and active style in therapy. I am sensitive to the diverse expressions of sexuality, gender, and lifestyles that my clients may bring. I specialize in sexual and relationship concerns, problematic sexual behaviors, kink/fetish, gender identity, and sexual identity.
I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic approaches to help you gain insight and make meaningful changes.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, whether it's pressure from work, relationship struggles, or navigating new life circumstances. I’m here to help you find relief, clarity, and a renewed sense of confidence. I work with teens, adults, and couples struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, boundaries, communication, and relationship dynamics. Together, we will create a space where you can explore challenges and gain the tools you need to thrive.
I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic approaches to help you gain insight and make meaningful changes.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, whether it's pressure from work, relationship struggles, or navigating new life circumstances. I’m here to help you find relief, clarity, and a renewed sense of confidence. I work with teens, adults, and couples struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, boundaries, communication, and relationship dynamics. Together, we will create a space where you can explore challenges and gain the tools you need to thrive.
I offer trauma-informed therapy blending existential meaning-making, psychodynamic insight, & person-centered support.
Overwhelmed by relentless self-criticism, burnout, or feeling stuck trying to live up to impossible standards? Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, or relational trauma & feel stuck or disconnected. You want to break free from people-pleasing, perfectionism, & exhaustion to build a life that feels true to you—on your terms & at your pace. Therapy can help you untangle from these patterns, heal your inner parts with compassion, & build a life that feels authentic & aligned with what truly matters to you.
I offer trauma-informed therapy blending existential meaning-making, psychodynamic insight, & person-centered support.
Overwhelmed by relentless self-criticism, burnout, or feeling stuck trying to live up to impossible standards? Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, or relational trauma & feel stuck or disconnected. You want to break free from people-pleasing, perfectionism, & exhaustion to build a life that feels true to you—on your terms & at your pace. Therapy can help you untangle from these patterns, heal your inner parts with compassion, & build a life that feels authentic & aligned with what truly matters to you.
As well as my person centered, Humanistic approach which grounds my work, I often utilize skills learned in my post graduate trainings in other approaches such as Psychodynamic psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My goal is to empower you to become the author of your own story. I specialize in helping busy professionals and executives navigate the invisible toll of leadership. Anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, perfectionism, and the pressure to always be “on” can quietly erode your sense of balance and connection. Therapy offers a place to set that weight down and rebuild your well-being from the inside out. Together, we’ll explore healthier boundaries, effective coping strategies, and tools to manage to help you reclaim your time, reduce overwhelm, and create a life aligned with your values.
As well as my person centered, Humanistic approach which grounds my work, I often utilize skills learned in my post graduate trainings in other approaches such as Psychodynamic psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My goal is to empower you to become the author of your own story. I specialize in helping busy professionals and executives navigate the invisible toll of leadership. Anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, perfectionism, and the pressure to always be “on” can quietly erode your sense of balance and connection. Therapy offers a place to set that weight down and rebuild your well-being from the inside out. Together, we’ll explore healthier boundaries, effective coping strategies, and tools to manage to help you reclaim your time, reduce overwhelm, and create a life aligned with your values.
Are you struggling with relationships, feeling disconnected from yourself, or carrying the weight of past trauma? As a specialized psychotherapist using the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), I help adults heal from Complex PTSD and build fulfilling relationships—both with themselves and others. As a Gottman Level I trained and Developmental Model trained couples therapist, I also specialize in working with couples in order to reconcile, restore, and renew their relationships.
Are you struggling with relationships, feeling disconnected from yourself, or carrying the weight of past trauma? As a specialized psychotherapist using the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), I help adults heal from Complex PTSD and build fulfilling relationships—both with themselves and others. As a Gottman Level I trained and Developmental Model trained couples therapist, I also specialize in working with couples in order to reconcile, restore, and renew their relationships.
Everyone has problems with living at one time or another. How we think, perceive, feel and behave in responding to life’s demands impact our functioning and none of us do it well, all of the time. Life is complicated and many things interact and influence mental health. Struggles may be manifested as a variety of psychological symptoms and health problems. I am a veteran with 28 years as a clinical psychologist working in and with law enforcement, military and veterans. I also work with people who are aging and have chronic health problems such as diabetes. My goal is to help you live a life that is meaningful to you.
Everyone has problems with living at one time or another. How we think, perceive, feel and behave in responding to life’s demands impact our functioning and none of us do it well, all of the time. Life is complicated and many things interact and influence mental health. Struggles may be manifested as a variety of psychological symptoms and health problems. I am a veteran with 28 years as a clinical psychologist working in and with law enforcement, military and veterans. I also work with people who are aging and have chronic health problems such as diabetes. My goal is to help you live a life that is meaningful to you.
Art Therapy Houston provides art therapy and counseling services to children, adults, adolescents, and families. We specialize in assisting individuals as they adjust through transitions. Art therapy applies visual arts and the creative process to support, maintain, and enhance health. Like other forms of psychotherapy, art therapy encourages growth and self-awareness. It provides a safe way of accessing feelings that may be difficult to clearly articulate. Making art is therapeutic and empowering. Anyone seeking a deeper purpose, enhanced creativity, or a better understanding of emotions can benefit.
Art Therapy Houston provides art therapy and counseling services to children, adults, adolescents, and families. We specialize in assisting individuals as they adjust through transitions. Art therapy applies visual arts and the creative process to support, maintain, and enhance health. Like other forms of psychotherapy, art therapy encourages growth and self-awareness. It provides a safe way of accessing feelings that may be difficult to clearly articulate. Making art is therapeutic and empowering. Anyone seeking a deeper purpose, enhanced creativity, or a better understanding of emotions can benefit.
Are you worried about the security of your online psychotherapy notes? If large companies such as Change Healthcare and Transunion can be victims of a data hack, so can electronic health record companies. Indeed, a quick internet search will show you that psychotherapy notes have already been hacked and held for ransom. Tech experts have recently indicated that 1 in 6 data breaches now involves AI and that will likely get worse. If you want your psychotherapy records to be securely away from internet criminals across the globe, call my office. I'm old school. I use paper records and store them behind 3 separate locks.
Are you worried about the security of your online psychotherapy notes? If large companies such as Change Healthcare and Transunion can be victims of a data hack, so can electronic health record companies. Indeed, a quick internet search will show you that psychotherapy notes have already been hacked and held for ransom. Tech experts have recently indicated that 1 in 6 data breaches now involves AI and that will likely get worse. If you want your psychotherapy records to be securely away from internet criminals across the globe, call my office. I'm old school. I use paper records and store them behind 3 separate locks.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe our past experiences influence how we show up in this moment, which means it's important to understand where your patterns started.
Most people that choose to see me have tried to figure it out on their own. They're exhausted from holding it together and saying they're okay. I can help you access and develop feelings of safety in your life, break relationship patterns that are no longer serving you, and to feel more aligned in your sense of self and boundaries. Through a collaborative relationship, I can help you process old trauma (with an emphasis on how it's impacting you now), better manage your anxiety, and cultivate the relationships you so deeply desire. As we build a safe partnership, you will find your courage and make the changes you're looking for.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe our past experiences influence how we show up in this moment, which means it's important to understand where your patterns started.
Most people that choose to see me have tried to figure it out on their own. They're exhausted from holding it together and saying they're okay. I can help you access and develop feelings of safety in your life, break relationship patterns that are no longer serving you, and to feel more aligned in your sense of self and boundaries. Through a collaborative relationship, I can help you process old trauma (with an emphasis on how it's impacting you now), better manage your anxiety, and cultivate the relationships you so deeply desire. As we build a safe partnership, you will find your courage and make the changes you're looking for.
Certified EFT Couples Therapist and psychologist specializing in working with individuals and couples who are going through difficult life struggles: If you are feeling depressed, struggling in your marriage or relationship, or have lost your sense of purpose, I can help you re-find meaning and regain your effectiveness. I help people work through wounds from their past that have impacted their self-esteem, and help them resolve relationship issues that are weighing them down. Together we will help you get to the root of your problems and find the inner resources that will get you unstuck!
Certified EFT Couples Therapist and psychologist specializing in working with individuals and couples who are going through difficult life struggles: If you are feeling depressed, struggling in your marriage or relationship, or have lost your sense of purpose, I can help you re-find meaning and regain your effectiveness. I help people work through wounds from their past that have impacted their self-esteem, and help them resolve relationship issues that are weighing them down. Together we will help you get to the root of your problems and find the inner resources that will get you unstuck!
Life can be tough, and it's okay to need help navigating it. Through life's challenges, I've found therapy to be the support I need to build a life & career I love. I became a therapist & coach to share this hope and confidence with you. I provide in-person individual therapy and coaching services. If you're experiencing stress, anxiety, financial concerns, grief and loss, difficulty navigating life transitions, or professional challenges. My warm and non-judgmental approach offers a safe space to explore whatever's on your mind.
Life can be tough, and it's okay to need help navigating it. Through life's challenges, I've found therapy to be the support I need to build a life & career I love. I became a therapist & coach to share this hope and confidence with you. I provide in-person individual therapy and coaching services. If you're experiencing stress, anxiety, financial concerns, grief and loss, difficulty navigating life transitions, or professional challenges. My warm and non-judgmental approach offers a safe space to explore whatever's on your mind.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm? You’re not alone—and help is possible. I’m Dr. Tahra-Narges Nadim, a Clinical Psychotherapist and Art Therapist with specialized training in child, adolescent, and family therapy. My approach blends Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Psychoanalytic techniques to help clients understand the deeper meaning behind their emotions and behaviors.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm? You’re not alone—and help is possible. I’m Dr. Tahra-Narges Nadim, a Clinical Psychotherapist and Art Therapist with specialized training in child, adolescent, and family therapy. My approach blends Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Psychoanalytic techniques to help clients understand the deeper meaning behind their emotions and behaviors.
I'm interested in working with you to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe non-judgmental environment where you can get the help you need. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported so you may express your feelings and experiences in a relationship where you can feel heard and understood. It takes a lot of courage to see a therapist and share your painful, angry and anxious feelings; a good therapeutic relationship can become a foundation which you can use to make significant life changes, decrease depression and anxiety, improve your relationships, and achieve goals that really matter to you.
I'm interested in working with you to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe non-judgmental environment where you can get the help you need. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported so you may express your feelings and experiences in a relationship where you can feel heard and understood. It takes a lot of courage to see a therapist and share your painful, angry and anxious feelings; a good therapeutic relationship can become a foundation which you can use to make significant life changes, decrease depression and anxiety, improve your relationships, and achieve goals that really matter to you.
Acceptance can be a powerful experience that shapes who we are. Reflect on a moment when you felt truly accepted and how it impacted your journey. Do you feel sad or anxious more days than not?
I’m passionate about helping clients of all identities live authentically and build a strong, empowered sense of self. My practice is inclusive of people from all walks of life. I provide LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
This space embraces all of who you are. My goal is to provide therapy that feels grounded and deeply affirming. I offer treatment for Anxiety, Depression, stress, trauma, gender transitions, and other significant challenges.
Acceptance can be a powerful experience that shapes who we are. Reflect on a moment when you felt truly accepted and how it impacted your journey. Do you feel sad or anxious more days than not?
I’m passionate about helping clients of all identities live authentically and build a strong, empowered sense of self. My practice is inclusive of people from all walks of life. I provide LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
This space embraces all of who you are. My goal is to provide therapy that feels grounded and deeply affirming. I offer treatment for Anxiety, Depression, stress, trauma, gender transitions, and other significant challenges.
Jennifer L. Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MMT, CDWF
Houston, TX 77008
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
You are successful, accomplished, and appear to have it all together, but secretly you feel anxious, burnt out, and never enough. Does your high-performance feel rooted in the chronic need to be the fixer, the overachiever, or the peacekeeper?
I’m Sophie Vonner, LPC, and I specialize in helping high-achieving professionals, ambitious adults break free from the childhood patterns and trauma responses that are still driving your adult life. These aren't just habits; they are survival strategies that now cause overthinking, people-pleasing, and chronic guilt when you try to rest.
You are successful, accomplished, and appear to have it all together, but secretly you feel anxious, burnt out, and never enough. Does your high-performance feel rooted in the chronic need to be the fixer, the overachiever, or the peacekeeper?
I’m Sophie Vonner, LPC, and I specialize in helping high-achieving professionals, ambitious adults break free from the childhood patterns and trauma responses that are still driving your adult life. These aren't just habits; they are survival strategies that now cause overthinking, people-pleasing, and chronic guilt when you try to rest.
Does this sound familiar? You start talking about something small, like weekend plans or a chore, and somehow it spirals into that same old fight. Before you know it, you're both frustrated, nobody feels heard, and you're wondering how you got here... again. That distance between you keeps growing, and despite loving each other, you can't seem to break the cycle. Whether you're a couple preparing for marriage, navigating midlife challenges, or entering retirement, or an individual seeking clarity during life transitions, you want to move beyond feeling stuck. You're looking for practical tools to create meaningful change.
Does this sound familiar? You start talking about something small, like weekend plans or a chore, and somehow it spirals into that same old fight. Before you know it, you're both frustrated, nobody feels heard, and you're wondering how you got here... again. That distance between you keeps growing, and despite loving each other, you can't seem to break the cycle. Whether you're a couple preparing for marriage, navigating midlife challenges, or entering retirement, or an individual seeking clarity during life transitions, you want to move beyond feeling stuck. You're looking for practical tools to create meaningful change.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.