Spirituality Therapists in Howard County, TX
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, (1943), "The Theory of Human Motivation", reads: if a person’s basic needs (food, shelter, physical/mental safety) and social needs (love, belonging, self-worth, sense of purpose) are not fulfilled, that person will experience frustration and will “pivot” on a level of need that appears easiest to satisfy. Which level of need are you "stuck" on? Are you bound by anxious, fearful and mind-binding thoughts? Freedom is a goal that can be attained.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, (1943), "The Theory of Human Motivation", reads: if a person’s basic needs (food, shelter, physical/mental safety) and social needs (love, belonging, self-worth, sense of purpose) are not fulfilled, that person will experience frustration and will “pivot” on a level of need that appears easiest to satisfy. Which level of need are you "stuck" on? Are you bound by anxious, fearful and mind-binding thoughts? Freedom is a goal that can be attained.
Could alcohol/drug use be a problem for you? Do you have a pattern of use that is consistent in some way? Have you tried to stop, only to find things are getting worse? Do you feel helpless watching a loved one self-destruct before you? Have you tried to talk about the issue only to walk away feeling defeated and confused? Have you come to realize your life is nowhere near where you thought it would be at this time of your life? Do you feel like a stranger in your own house? Do you want peace and a sense of self again? I can help you find both.
Could alcohol/drug use be a problem for you? Do you have a pattern of use that is consistent in some way? Have you tried to stop, only to find things are getting worse? Do you feel helpless watching a loved one self-destruct before you? Have you tried to talk about the issue only to walk away feeling defeated and confused? Have you come to realize your life is nowhere near where you thought it would be at this time of your life? Do you feel like a stranger in your own house? Do you want peace and a sense of self again? I can help you find both.
Online Therapists
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, trauma, addiction, unhealthy relationships, or emotional overwhelm. Many come to therapy carrying painful experiences, struggling with self-worth, or feeling exhausted from trying to cope alone. Together, we identify the root causes of distress, build practical coping skills, and create a path toward healing. My goal is to help clients feel more empowered, connected, and confident as they move forward in life.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, trauma, addiction, unhealthy relationships, or emotional overwhelm. Many come to therapy carrying painful experiences, struggling with self-worth, or feeling exhausted from trying to cope alone. Together, we identify the root causes of distress, build practical coping skills, and create a path toward healing. My goal is to help clients feel more empowered, connected, and confident as they move forward in life.
As a counselor, I am willing work with people, wherever they are. Counseling is a place where burdens can be shared, and clients can sort out their past and present, along with strengths and weaknesses, and as a result, gain guidance for their future. People have different problems depending on their individual situation, developmental stage, and age. Each person's solution is different, but everyone can improve, and most want to become the best they can be.
As a counselor, I am willing work with people, wherever they are. Counseling is a place where burdens can be shared, and clients can sort out their past and present, along with strengths and weaknesses, and as a result, gain guidance for their future. People have different problems depending on their individual situation, developmental stage, and age. Each person's solution is different, but everyone can improve, and most want to become the best they can be.
Christian principles and spirituality can be integrated upon client request and comfort level.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over three years of intensive inpatient experience, I work with adults (18+) navigating challenges related to psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, personality disorders, and other mental health concerns. I understand that healing looks different for everyone, which is why I take an eclectic and individualized approach to therapy. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and life experiences while fostering a space of trust, honesty, and compassion.
Christian principles and spirituality can be integrated upon client request and comfort level.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over three years of intensive inpatient experience, I work with adults (18+) navigating challenges related to psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, personality disorders, and other mental health concerns. I understand that healing looks different for everyone, which is why I take an eclectic and individualized approach to therapy. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and life experiences while fostering a space of trust, honesty, and compassion.
Patricia A Homer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SAP, LCDC, ACTP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I will help to Restore Hope, Rediscover Potentials, and Reconnect you with Life. ALL are Welcome. As a Therapist and Certified Trauma Practitioner I can tell you that your emotional pain, anger, or addiction doesn't have to continue and you don't have to keep hurting. Let's Stop The Pain. Let's tackle self esteem issues and feelings of low self worth and self love. I provide Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy, and I'm EMDR Trained. Further, if you are struggling with Alcohol and/or Drug addiction as an Adolescent or Adult I can help. Substance Abuse/Anger classes provided. SAP Qualified though DOT for Evaluations and Reports.
I will help to Restore Hope, Rediscover Potentials, and Reconnect you with Life. ALL are Welcome. As a Therapist and Certified Trauma Practitioner I can tell you that your emotional pain, anger, or addiction doesn't have to continue and you don't have to keep hurting. Let's Stop The Pain. Let's tackle self esteem issues and feelings of low self worth and self love. I provide Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy, and I'm EMDR Trained. Further, if you are struggling with Alcohol and/or Drug addiction as an Adolescent or Adult I can help. Substance Abuse/Anger classes provided. SAP Qualified though DOT for Evaluations and Reports.
Hello! I’m a licensed therapist in Texas and Georgia, trained in EMDR, and I specialize in working with women facing a range of concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, infertility, and grief & loss. I also support young adults as they navigate life transition and early career. My approach is hands-on and collaborative; I’m committed to getting in the trenches with my clients to help them recognize and harness their inner strength. Together, we’ll work through challenges to create meaningful and lasting change.
Hello! I’m a licensed therapist in Texas and Georgia, trained in EMDR, and I specialize in working with women facing a range of concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, infertility, and grief & loss. I also support young adults as they navigate life transition and early career. My approach is hands-on and collaborative; I’m committed to getting in the trenches with my clients to help them recognize and harness their inner strength. Together, we’ll work through challenges to create meaningful and lasting change.
Hi, I’m Whitney. I work with people navigating some of life’s most overwhelming seasons—NICU stays, complicated pregnancies, medical diagnoses for a child, caregiving burnout, or feeling like you’re losing yourself while holding everything together. I also work with young adults and college students who are trying to find their footing in the middle of anxiety, pressure, identity shifts, and big life transitions. My goal is to create a space where all of this can be held with care, honesty, and support.
Hi, I’m Whitney. I work with people navigating some of life’s most overwhelming seasons—NICU stays, complicated pregnancies, medical diagnoses for a child, caregiving burnout, or feeling like you’re losing yourself while holding everything together. I also work with young adults and college students who are trying to find their footing in the middle of anxiety, pressure, identity shifts, and big life transitions. My goal is to create a space where all of this can be held with care, honesty, and support.
I see you. You are not alone…
You’re watching your child or adolescent struggle—and you’re not sure how to help anymore. Maybe they’re anxious, shutting down, angry, or hurting themselves. Maybe your family is navigating divorce, and emotions feel out of control. You’ve tried talking, setting boundaries, being patient—but nothing seems to work. You want to understand what’s going on beneath the behavior, and how to reconnect before things get worse. You’re ready for guidance that makes sense, tools that actually help, and a therapist who truly gets kids, teens, and parents.
I see you. You are not alone…
You’re watching your child or adolescent struggle—and you’re not sure how to help anymore. Maybe they’re anxious, shutting down, angry, or hurting themselves. Maybe your family is navigating divorce, and emotions feel out of control. You’ve tried talking, setting boundaries, being patient—but nothing seems to work. You want to understand what’s going on beneath the behavior, and how to reconnect before things get worse. You’re ready for guidance that makes sense, tools that actually help, and a therapist who truly gets kids, teens, and parents.
Rhonda Hoover, LPC-A @ Evolve Psychiatry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-A, LCDC
Abilene, TX 79606
Are you caught between emotional pain and substance use, feeling like one keeps feeding the other with no clear way out? Whether you're navigating addiction, mood challenges, or the complicated place where both meet, you deserve care that sees the whole picture — not just one piece of it. Recovery isn't only about stopping something. It's about building a life that makes stopping possible.
Are you caught between emotional pain and substance use, feeling like one keeps feeding the other with no clear way out? Whether you're navigating addiction, mood challenges, or the complicated place where both meet, you deserve care that sees the whole picture — not just one piece of it. Recovery isn't only about stopping something. It's about building a life that makes stopping possible.
My name is Marilee Melendez and I have been practicing for almost 4 years. I received my bachelor's in Psychology from Texas Tech University and my master's in Counseling from the University of Texas Permian Basin. As a first-generation Mexican-American, I deeply connect with how our cultural backgrounds affect our lives. I provide therapy in both Spanish and English. I have experience with trauma, immigration documentation, LGBTQ+, couples, children, adolescents, and adults.
My name is Marilee Melendez and I have been practicing for almost 4 years. I received my bachelor's in Psychology from Texas Tech University and my master's in Counseling from the University of Texas Permian Basin. As a first-generation Mexican-American, I deeply connect with how our cultural backgrounds affect our lives. I provide therapy in both Spanish and English. I have experience with trauma, immigration documentation, LGBTQ+, couples, children, adolescents, and adults.
Jonathan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Prevention Specialist, and a co-founder of a publishing company. He has a Masters Degree in Counseling from Texas Tech University. Jonathan has experience working with counseling teens, incarcerated adults and youth who have been in the foster care system. He has a passion for helping individuals to take the necessary steps forward in their personnel development. In session, Jonathan likes to create a judgement free zone in order to create a safe environment for clients to share their concerns.
Jonathan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Prevention Specialist, and a co-founder of a publishing company. He has a Masters Degree in Counseling from Texas Tech University. Jonathan has experience working with counseling teens, incarcerated adults and youth who have been in the foster care system. He has a passion for helping individuals to take the necessary steps forward in their personnel development. In session, Jonathan likes to create a judgement free zone in order to create a safe environment for clients to share their concerns.
Hi there, I'm Jodie! Life can be challenging, and reaching out during tough times takes a lot of strength. I'm so glad you're here! I would be honored to support you on your journey to healing whenever you're ready. I provide trauma-informed care through an existential lens, helping you find meaning and clarity in your experiences. Together, we will explore your strengths, values, and purpose to create a personalized path toward healing and empowerment.
Hi there, I'm Jodie! Life can be challenging, and reaching out during tough times takes a lot of strength. I'm so glad you're here! I would be honored to support you on your journey to healing whenever you're ready. I provide trauma-informed care through an existential lens, helping you find meaning and clarity in your experiences. Together, we will explore your strengths, values, and purpose to create a personalized path toward healing and empowerment.
In these uncertain, anxious, and troubled times many people are experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Some are in need of a skilled, supportive therapist who can provide perspective and help them navigate their way. If you or your child are experiencing loneliness, feelings of being overwhelmed, having trouble in relationships, trauma or self-doubt, then seeking support is a vital step in discovering peace. My goal is to help you explore, heal, strengthen, and connect the pieces of your life. My therapeutic style begins by creating a safe and comfortable environment where you are heard and valued.
In these uncertain, anxious, and troubled times many people are experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Some are in need of a skilled, supportive therapist who can provide perspective and help them navigate their way. If you or your child are experiencing loneliness, feelings of being overwhelmed, having trouble in relationships, trauma or self-doubt, then seeking support is a vital step in discovering peace. My goal is to help you explore, heal, strengthen, and connect the pieces of your life. My therapeutic style begins by creating a safe and comfortable environment where you are heard and valued.
I believe in the inherent wholeness of the individual and the capacity of the human being to meet, learn, and grow from life's experiences. I view depression and anxiety as messengers asking us to turn toward our grief, tend our pain, and realign ourselves with our heart's true desires. These things can be difficult to do alone. The purpose of the therapeutic relationship is to provide a safe container for healing and exploration. My desire is to support every client in finding innate resilience and felt ease, whatever their current circumstances.
I believe in the inherent wholeness of the individual and the capacity of the human being to meet, learn, and grow from life's experiences. I view depression and anxiety as messengers asking us to turn toward our grief, tend our pain, and realign ourselves with our heart's true desires. These things can be difficult to do alone. The purpose of the therapeutic relationship is to provide a safe container for healing and exploration. My desire is to support every client in finding innate resilience and felt ease, whatever their current circumstances.
Sometimes it feels like you’ve tried it all! I’m here to tell you one size doesn’t fit all.
With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I am committed to helping individuals navigate their healing journeys and achieve emotional well-being.
I utilize a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. I believe in the power of a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating techniques that address the mind, body, and spirit. I am passionate about creating a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Sometimes it feels like you’ve tried it all! I’m here to tell you one size doesn’t fit all.
With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I am committed to helping individuals navigate their healing journeys and achieve emotional well-being.
I utilize a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. I believe in the power of a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating techniques that address the mind, body, and spirit. I am passionate about creating a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Stress and past trauma can make us feel like a ship lost at sea in a storm. When life feels overwhelming, it is important to realize trauma affects the lens with which we view the world. Sometimes we are well aware of what is holding us back from healing. At times we benefit from help with recognizing and addressing those obstacles. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, religious trauma or some other struggle that brings you to counseling, I would love the opportunity to help you reach your goals. You are not alone, there is a place of hope and healing for you.
Stress and past trauma can make us feel like a ship lost at sea in a storm. When life feels overwhelming, it is important to realize trauma affects the lens with which we view the world. Sometimes we are well aware of what is holding us back from healing. At times we benefit from help with recognizing and addressing those obstacles. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, religious trauma or some other struggle that brings you to counseling, I would love the opportunity to help you reach your goals. You are not alone, there is a place of hope and healing for you.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive” -Brené Brown. Thank you so much for visiting my site. What I have learned about being a human, let alone a therapist, is that everybody has a story. My job is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to tell your story. Life can be very difficult for a multitude of reasons. Sometimes these struggles can feel overwhelming, leaving us confused and hopeless.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive” -Brené Brown. Thank you so much for visiting my site. What I have learned about being a human, let alone a therapist, is that everybody has a story. My job is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to tell your story. Life can be very difficult for a multitude of reasons. Sometimes these struggles can feel overwhelming, leaving us confused and hopeless.
Growth and healing are challenging and worthwhile pursuits. My desire is to provide a safe space for self-discovery and healing. As moments of loss, stress and conflict occur, I support individuals and families in restoration and renewal. I love to help others discover their strengths, learn how to face challenges and strengthen their relationships.
Growth and healing are challenging and worthwhile pursuits. My desire is to provide a safe space for self-discovery and healing. As moments of loss, stress and conflict occur, I support individuals and families in restoration and renewal. I love to help others discover their strengths, learn how to face challenges and strengthen their relationships.
My style is warm, validating, and compassionate, while also being honest and intentional. I believe therapy should feel supportive but also purposeful. As our therapeutic relationship grows, I offer direct feedback and thoughtful challenges to help you move out of patterns that no longer serve you. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, my goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of control over your life.
My style is warm, validating, and compassionate, while also being honest and intentional. I believe therapy should feel supportive but also purposeful. As our therapeutic relationship grows, I offer direct feedback and thoughtful challenges to help you move out of patterns that no longer serve you. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, my goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of control over your life.
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Spirituality Therapists
What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.