Therapists in Jasper County, TX

Quotes from Coach Mell, Sometimes your perspective can make all the difference in the world. A positive turnaround can often be achieved with the help of a Counselor or Coach. You were born to be radiant in every area of your life. Want to break free from hurtful habits,indecisiveness and prolonged wounds that have never healed. Get the direction, peace, happiness and fulfillment you are longing for? I provide extraordinary counseling and coaching for your everyday problems and dreams. When life hurts and dreams fail, Hope again.

PTSD and trauma resolution (using ART and EMDR), Addiction recovery, as well as couples therapy are among my specialties. I work 12-7 pm and weekends. I worked for 10+ years as a therapist in a highly respected residential treatment center for adolescents with addiction as well as other mental health issues. My experience also includes working with people with extreme stress, depression and anxiety. I have over 25 years of experience as a helper to include a career as a high school science teacher and school counselor. I returned to school to earn my PhD from Texas A&M-Commerce University to become a therapist.

I am a warm, sensitive, and empathic person who has dedicated her life to helping others. I have 30 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, psychologist, psychoanalyst, teacher, vocational counselor and life coach. I am also a mother and a wife with great deal of practical life experience. I have lived in the US and Mexico, which has given me a deep understanding of both cultures. My personal experiences of loss have also given me expertise and a particular degree of empathy for helping people who are suffering from grief and loss.

Do you feel stuck? Are you frustrated in your relationships? Do you feel at a loss in helping your child? Do you find that despite your best efforts you make choices that don't always further your goals? Therapy can help you uncover and remove obstacles that may be keeping you from living your best life. I offer a practical solution focused approach aimed at helping my clients find solutions and workable strategies to help achieve their goals. I believe that therapy is not limited to exploring the past, it can also focus on discovering solutions for the present.

**ONLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH AT THIS TIME. I believe that every individual needs the opportunity to work through their thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental space. I strive to provide this opportunity for every client that I work with. I thoroughly enjoy working one-on-one with clients to help them achieve their goals. My primary goal is to empower the client to overcome their personal obstacles and thrive. When it comes to serving families, I aim towards meeting the needs of each individual and finding a common family goal. I see clients in person in Houston, TX and via telehealth.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEXT GREAT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE STORY? If you’re feeling ​stuck where you are in life, and frustrated by patterns and habits you can’t kick? Worried about your work, relationships, health, or future? Anxious, exhausted worrying your unloved, unable, or unworthy? Are you ready to move forward? I specialize in helping people on their healing journey. I help people resolve past hurts or traumas, so that they can begin living a life filled with meaning and purpose. I believe everyone has the ability to grow & change. It is an honor to help guide people on their healing journey.

I am a licensed professional counselor from Houston, TX. I am very passionate about my role as a counselor. I have been counseling students in a high school setting for the past six years and I have experience working in a private practice as well. I have experience in working with teens, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of concerns including alcoholism, domestic violence, drug abuse, self-harming, depression, stress, and relationship/marital issues.

My approach to counseling is based upon sound training, professional expertise and personal growth. My goal is to provide experienced and compassionate care, to provide practical and problem specific interventions to assist you in developing the tools needed to achieve your personal and mental health goals. I offer individualized, psychological care in a telehealth format to treat depression, marital, family and teen issues, anxiety, trauma, emotional-regulation and behavioral issues. My approach is evidence and strengths based. Cell 409-543-4132

Dr. Buffington has an interest in providing psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. In terms of therapy, she uses a holistic approach centering around cognitive behavioral therapy. Treatment in the areas of trauma, disruptive behavior disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, anxiety, and grief can also be supported.

There is no 'right' way through this. There is just 'through.' Families are under tremendous pressure, even more so during these times. Children & teens spent too long without their social support and are now trying to achieve a new normal. This fear and anxiety of the unknown is similar to those experienced by adults recently. I can help adults, teens, & children work through the fear, anxiety, stress and trauma and help you build strong, healthy, resilient individuals and families. I enjoy working with all ages and specialize in family conflict, anxiety/depression, trauma, PTSD, Veterans, First Responders, & child specialties.

I am a Clinical Psychotherapist specializing in treating Mood Disorders, with a special focus on Depression- and Anxiety-related disorders and symptomatology. As a graduate from The University of Notre Dame's Clinical Psychology program, I continue an adherence in my practice to the scientist-practitioner model under which I was trained. As my client, I strive to provide you with evidence-based and empirically supported treatments that have a proven record of efficacy and effectiveness in both laboratory and clinical research settings respectively. Clients receive unique and individualized treatment plans that are personally tailored to meet your specific needs.

I completed my Bachelor’s degree at Houston Baptist University and received my Master of Social Work degree at University of Houston. I am currently under supervision of Sydney Adams, LCSW-S.