Therapists in Lewisville, TX

Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.

I have many clinical interests but my passion lies in working with those that, for whatever reason, have come to feel “othered.” Whether by family or societal expectations, our political landscape, or even self-imposed criticisms, so many of us have dealt with feelings of shame, guilt and confusion. My hope is to guide people through the process of unlearning that which has led them to doubt or reject their uniqueness. Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent years working with LGBTQ+ youth and their families, as well as individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

No doubt about it, change can be difficult, and seeking help is the first courageous step. You have the capacity to make healthier choices. Realize that you can learn to recreate belief systems and coping strategies that are not working, No need to continue unhealthy behavior likely learned growing up. Become dedicated to your peace of mind and create the life you want. It takes commitment, practice, and perseverance. Through a collaborative relationship, I am highly committed to your personal growth and self-awareness. Please do not allow a stigma to keep you from seeking my, or any others help when you are ready.

I believe that people are experts on themselves and their experiences. I am here to assist them in utilizing their strengths and competencies to overcome the distresses that bring them to my office.

Accepting new clients now! I don't know what to do, where to go or how to change. If you have said this to yourself or if you or a family member are feeling depressed, overwhelmed or struggling, I can help. My passion is to help people find that true inner person that has become lost. In a caring and nonjudgement environment I help build a counseling relationship to facilitate change and allow individuals the opportunity to express feelings, resolve conflicts, develop self-esteem, and make decisions. I utilize a humanistic approach along with combining other techniques as part of my counseling process.

I am a nationally-recognized bilingual licensed professional counselor who specializes in healing depression and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, building self-worth and self-esteem, developing social skills, resolving adolescent behavior concerns, and helping overcome pornography and addictions. I have a passion for the great outdoors and love camping, back-packing, canoeing, and rock-climbing; but I frequently encounter unforeseen challenges as I free-climb through life. As we are all exposed to the elements of life unexpectedly, I strive to help secure an anchor of hope, and bring support and understanding to your personal journey.

My primary goal as a counselor is to help clients become healthier. I believe that - Achieving A Healthier You - starts with you making a decision to understand that, ” I need help”.

I am an EMDR certified therapist and consultant in training

Accepting new clients; EMDR available. Do you struggle with anxiety and depression and can't seem to get a handle on it? Do you have complex past trauma that makes it a bit harder to adjust to your life now? I can help! I utilize evidence-based techniques that engage the body and the mind to quiet those false alarms within you that are creating those uncomfortable feelings. Approaching trauma, anxiety, and other ailments somatically (through the body) is an excellent way to create lasting change.

Has your sex life left you feeling anxious or frustrated? Have you experienced trauma, infidelity or medical concerns that has impacted your sexual function? Do you and your partner continue to argue over the "small things"? Perhaps you are struggling with interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, balancing work/home life. It is time to stop ignoring these sensitive issues and talk to someone who is genuine, has an open mind and is non-judgmental. My goal is to provide a safe environment to help you discover your strengths and develop solutions to overcome the challenges you may face.

Don't settle for a generic drug and alcohol therapist. You deserve help that actually helps you feel happy again. (And, that's in-network with your insurance).

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, and I'm taking on new clients. I have over 20 years experience and I love to work with children and families, and my specialties include children with special needs and learning differences, including Asperger's Syndrome and mild autism. I also do general counseling for adults and teens. I love to help kids develop skills that will help them lead a successful, independent life. If you'd like to talk more, please feel free to contact me. I also love working with schools, teachers and churches to help them develop effective strategies for working with children with special needs.

It’s all getting to be too much! You’ve finally hit a wall. What used to work for you in time like these is no longer working. You are not alone. It is happening to the best of us. Allow Dr. Michelle Richards to walk beside you and guide you in the next leg of the journey. She has over 30 years’ experience helping adults through difficult transitions, crises, and unresolved traumas. Her experience in the field includes being a university faculty, speaker, clinical supervisor, military family life consultant, and marriage and family therapist.

Don't let the beard intimidate you, I'm a big friendly giant. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with sexual trauma recovery, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, changes in spirituality/loss of faith, and people who are working through existential issues. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming person and therapist.

I am Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Texas with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical and emotional trauma. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines many counseling approaches such as but not limited to cognitive-behavioral, person-centered and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique needs.

Have you been struggling with anxious or negative thoughts and are unsure how to break out of them? Do you feel anxious or depressed most days than not but are not quite sure what that might be about? Or perhaps you feel “out of control” and notice that spilling into other aspects of your life? I help adults make sense of their struggles in order to live a more enthusiastic and confident life, and to improve their relationships both within and with others.

I do a lot of work with individuals and couples struggling in relationship issues. Anxiety, depression, conflict management and communication issues tend to be the results of clients applying ineffective solutions to the problems they're experiencing. I love to see the individual and/or couple who seriously desire healthy change in their lives and are willing to risk implementing different approaches to their problems. I work well in family related issues. I have several adolescent guys with issues related to ADD, ADHD, and Aspergers. I offer them an environment that's safe, accepting, understanding and validating.

Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed or unsure now of who you are in life? I know and understand those feelings all too well: the comparison, the stress, the long scrolls on social media to distract yourself. The cycle can be unyielding. I don't want you to suffer any longer. Working together, there are strategies I can teach you to reduce this tremendously. I have worked with teens, adults and those in relationships to reduce anxiety, depression, and comparison aiding them in experiencing increased peace, contentment and control in their daily lives.