Therapists in Keller, TX

EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE! I have a passion to help people navigate through times in their lives when they are feeling overwhelm, anxiety, depression, anger, confusion, low self-esteem, grief, stress or simply feeling stuck in life. I collaborate with my clients to help them understand and manage these experiences and feelings. My goal is to help you enhance your life by better managing life's struggles, realizing your strengths, and continuing to enjoy and find meaning in life.

**EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, and ONLINE** In my practice, I strive to provide highly effective services in a comfortable, laid-back environment. Together, we will develop strategies and solutions that will lead to change and improve your life. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, career issues, relationship problems, grief, or a general lack of motivation or direction, I'm ready to help you. Your active engagement in professional counseling can lead to lasting change.

Life has its bumps, detours, and unexpected turns and stops. It is normal to seek out help to work through life’s challenges. Whether you are seeking clarity in some areas of your life, or wanting to work through complex emotions, or learn new techniques to cope with difficult situations or just focus on personal growth, I am here to help you reach your highest potential.

Does your child struggle at home, childcare, and/or school? I specialize in working with children and their families to reduce problematic behaviors such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and social concerns. I work with the child and their families to increase coping strategies and functioning in their lives. I believe there is a need behind behavior and once that need is addressed, new positive behaviors can develop.

Life is difficult! Life happens and effects us on a very personal level. It can be challenging to discern the right course and then follow through. Our internal thought life, self-talk, can prompt us to develop/continue with maladaptive feelings (addictions, anger, anxiety, depression). As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist I help you grow in awareness of your thought life and develop healthy responses to troubling thoughts. I stay current on the latest strategies while holding fast to proven methods. The goal is to live a fulfilling life, consistent with your personal beliefs and values.

I SPECIALIZE in COUPLES: married, engaged, separated, living together... fighting, not talking, unhappy or hopeless. Calling a couples counselor is hard. "What good is it talking to a stranger?!" You've tried everything maybe even counseling—nothing works.. You're stuck. That's where I can help. Believe it or not there are ways to make it better. Your partner may be afraid or doesn't want to come. I don't criticize. I don't take sides. I don't judge. Don't kid yourself: it can be hard work but it also can be fun.

I am currently offering $65 sessions for new clients. My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. All from the comfort of your couch. All you need is a smart phone, tablet, or computer and we can connect. My career started as a classroom teacher and school counselor. I currently have over 20 years experience working with students and families. In addition to my school counseling career I am a crisis clinician in a major hospital in the DFW and work in over 32 emergency room providing on call patient care.

My passion in life is helping people find the light when they are in a dark place. During tough times, we need that outside person to help by meeting us where we are and guiding us where we need to be. I offer individual therapy for teens and adults, play therapy for children ages 5-12, and faith based therapy. My therapeutic approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, with each client and family's journey in counseling tailored to meet their specific needs and situation. I have been chosen by the readers of Ft Worth child magazine as Mom Approved two years back to back.

Counseling provides individuals with hope and encourages growth. My desire is to walk beside individuals to offer insight and healing. I approach counseling with genuine connection. I work with many individuals with Anxiety, Life Situations, Adjustment issues, Grief, Depression, and Relationship Difficulties.

Finding a psychotherapist can often feel like a challenging task. It is important to find someone who can help you feel comfortable and develop a meaningful connection. You want to reconnect with your bliss, find answers, obtain relief from your symptoms, and get your life on track. I am able to work successfully with adult clients who arrive in my office with a diverse variety of reasons for seeking psychotherapy. I offer HIPAA-compliant online video counseling in addition to sessions in my office.

I believe everyone is capable of growth and wellness. My goal is to offer others a safe place to come and work on their most personal and inner selves. My theoretical approach is client-centered, focusing on the counseling relationship and self-exploration. I view every client as someone pursuing healing, and I want to give them the space to bring in what is weighing on them so we can process their thoughts and feelings together. I believe the counseling relationship is the most important part of the process because it gives the client an idea of what unconditional love and authenticity feels like.

"Dr. Crawford is a gifted therapist who has successfully counseled many people who feel "stuck", hopeless, alone, confused, anxious, depressed, & overwhelmed. Her kindness and genuineness will help you experience peace as you feel burdens fall away, & hope emerge as you gain insight, tools and skills necessary to get "unstuck" and to stay "unstuck"! Countless individuals, couples, and families have experienced profound change, freedom, and empowerment as they have experienced Dr. Crawford's excellent holistic care." Now is the best time for you to start feeling better and investing into the life and relationships you desire to have!

For the last 20 years I've been privileged to work with courageous clients as they face traumatic life events, stand up to addictions, grieve betrayals and losses, and find freedom to live a more enjoyable confident life. I have a lot of respect for anyone willing to enter into a counseling process with a commitment to growth and change. The counseling process takes a lot of work and determination but I have seen long lasting results as clients have faced uncomfortable feelings and beliefs and literally rewired their brains! I can't imagine a more rewarding job.

I love working throughout the lifespan focusing on providing play therapy to children, activity based therapy and expressive arts to adolescents, and talk therapy with adults. I utilize expressive arts, talk therapy, and activity therapy in my work with families based on the structure of the family and what their goals are. Goals in working with children include increasing their self-esteem, self-efficacy, and ability to self-regulate their behavior and emotions. I also work with parents to increase the child-parent relationship and provide parents with additional tools to help their child.

Working on this together at Hidden Lakes Counseling! It's important to know that you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Sometimes, we just need someone outside those struggles to help get us through. I have experience with individual, marriage, family and adolescent counseling, and specialties in depression, anxiety, women's issues, relationships, sexuality, and communication as well as a faith-based approach.

The first thing I tell clients is that “I don’t believe in therapy, I believe in relationships.” From the moment you walk into the room with me, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, valued, held, and respected. Majority of the work I do is around helping folks step into and embrace their full authenticity and the inner freedom that comes from living as your whole self. I work specifically with folks of color, helping them to navigate and explore their own identities, identify and maximize their strengths, and find and live their own truths.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS BEGINNING IN MARCH 2021! I work with children, teens and adults and specialize in child and adolescent therapy. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, self harm and additional childhood / teenage issues. Other ares of expertise include working with adults dealing with depression and anxiety, hopelessness, suicidal thoughts, relationship and women's issues as well as Christian counseling. I have worked in a variety of settings ranging from hospitals and out-patient clinics to private practice.

My approach to counseling is to provide a warm and welcoming environment that facilitates healing in individuals and families who are broken by life's circumstances. In particularly I place emphasizes on trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion for all my clients.

I believe my effectiveness is attributed to an empathic attitude in understanding an individual while working with them to heal, grow, and ultimately change self-defeating thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I am a teacher at heart, so my style is highly interactive and solution-oriented. To most effectively meet the needs of all individuals, I practice an integrative approach drawing from Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Imago, Gestalt, and Cognitive-Behavioral models. Areas of emphasis include interpersonal relationship issues, addictions/codependency, family of origin/ACOA issues, boundaries, anxiety/stress/depression, conflict resolution, trauma/emotional healing, and personal/spiritual growth.