Emotionally Focused Therapists in Lubbock County, TX
Natalie Shumway Benavides
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
2 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79423
I love working from an attachment lens and utilizing aspects of Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Do you feel hopeless in your romantic relationship? Do you feel like you are stuck in endless arguments with your partner? Do you wonder if you can ever trust your partner again? Maybe you worried that you and your partner don't know how to communicate effectively to work through the issues that keep coming up. You don't have to navigate that alone. I can be that safe space for you and your partner. I love watching couples reconnect and build an even stronger relationship, and that is possible!
I love working from an attachment lens and utilizing aspects of Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Do you feel hopeless in your romantic relationship? Do you feel like you are stuck in endless arguments with your partner? Do you wonder if you can ever trust your partner again? Maybe you worried that you and your partner don't know how to communicate effectively to work through the issues that keep coming up. You don't have to navigate that alone. I can be that safe space for you and your partner. I love watching couples reconnect and build an even stronger relationship, and that is possible!
I focus on tailoring my approach to your unique needs, and integrate various evidenced-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families struggling with relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and life adjustments. I enjoy working with interracial couples or individuals navigating communication challenges, cultural differences, or life transitions. They may struggle with understanding each other’s backgrounds, societal pressures, or adjusting to new environments, particularly as immigrants or members of minority communities. Their needs may include improving communication, relationship satisfaction, and exploring their self-identity.
I focus on tailoring my approach to your unique needs, and integrate various evidenced-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families struggling with relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and life adjustments. I enjoy working with interracial couples or individuals navigating communication challenges, cultural differences, or life transitions. They may struggle with understanding each other’s backgrounds, societal pressures, or adjusting to new environments, particularly as immigrants or members of minority communities. Their needs may include improving communication, relationship satisfaction, and exploring their self-identity.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
In addition to having a Masters of Marriage & Family Therapy, I have postgraduate training in trauma (EMDR) and couples therapy ( Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy).
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges. Life can be tough at times. External stressors, inner turmoil, and relational problems can cause significant disturbances in our lives. As a therapist, I want to compassionately and honestly walk with you as we explore new ways to engage with your world.
In addition to having a Masters of Marriage & Family Therapy, I have postgraduate training in trauma (EMDR) and couples therapy ( Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy).
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges. Life can be tough at times. External stressors, inner turmoil, and relational problems can cause significant disturbances in our lives. As a therapist, I want to compassionately and honestly walk with you as we explore new ways to engage with your world.
I am trained in ACT, CFT, EFT, CBT and DBT, and am also passionate about Sports Psychology.
Hi there! I’m so glad you're here. Challenges in life can often lead us to seek help. Whether you’re facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or life transitions, I commend you for taking this first step toward positive change. My counseling practice focuses on helping others have healthy and rewarding lives and relationships. I work with individuals to navigate struggles, build resilience, and focus on personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients become the best versions of themselves. I also offer the option to incorporate a Christian focus into our sessions if that resonates with you.
I am trained in ACT, CFT, EFT, CBT and DBT, and am also passionate about Sports Psychology.
Hi there! I’m so glad you're here. Challenges in life can often lead us to seek help. Whether you’re facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or life transitions, I commend you for taking this first step toward positive change. My counseling practice focuses on helping others have healthy and rewarding lives and relationships. I work with individuals to navigate struggles, build resilience, and focus on personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients become the best versions of themselves. I also offer the option to incorporate a Christian focus into our sessions if that resonates with you.
Through a Process Experiential and Emotionally Focused Therapy approach I help individuals and couples to gain insight and reorganize their experiences in order to create new patterns of dealing with the challenges they face in relationships and in life.
After spending 24 years as a missionary and pastoral counselor in Brazil, I have pursued training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy along with various Process Experiential approaches to working with emotional triggers and blocks. My approach avoids assigning blame and instead calls upon one's strengths to create new emotional/relational experiences.
Through a Process Experiential and Emotionally Focused Therapy approach I help individuals and couples to gain insight and reorganize their experiences in order to create new patterns of dealing with the challenges they face in relationships and in life.
After spending 24 years as a missionary and pastoral counselor in Brazil, I have pursued training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy along with various Process Experiential approaches to working with emotional triggers and blocks. My approach avoids assigning blame and instead calls upon one's strengths to create new emotional/relational experiences.
I got trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy in 2023, which is an effective treatment approach for couples.
My focus has been on helping people cope with trauma, physical, sexual or emotional. I use a trauma-focused approach, as well as solution-focused, existential therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I pride myself on having a warm disposition and making sure clients feel heard. I work together with my clients to achieve their therapeutic goals. No goal is too big or small. Each client is an individual, and treatment is tailored to that person. Counseling can be a scary thing to dive in to, but with me, you will find a compassionate, supportive and safe environment to begin the important work of improving your quality of life.
I got trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy in 2023, which is an effective treatment approach for couples.
My focus has been on helping people cope with trauma, physical, sexual or emotional. I use a trauma-focused approach, as well as solution-focused, existential therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I pride myself on having a warm disposition and making sure clients feel heard. I work together with my clients to achieve their therapeutic goals. No goal is too big or small. Each client is an individual, and treatment is tailored to that person. Counseling can be a scary thing to dive in to, but with me, you will find a compassionate, supportive and safe environment to begin the important work of improving your quality of life.
I use EMDR, CBT, CPT, trauma-focused approaches, brief therapy, communication theories, structural family therapy, EFT, Gottman, and other theories and therapeutic approaches to assist clients in managing challenges.
Welcome. I am Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova, Ph.D. and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. I am committed to caring for the whole individual and family including spiritual, emotional, and physical health in ways that are suited to each individual. I work with clients struggling with past and present trauma, anxiety, depression, spiritual concerns, couple conflict, mood disorders, cultural and ethnic issues, blended family issues, grief and end-of-life issues, phobias, and OCD.
I use EMDR, CBT, CPT, trauma-focused approaches, brief therapy, communication theories, structural family therapy, EFT, Gottman, and other theories and therapeutic approaches to assist clients in managing challenges.
Welcome. I am Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova, Ph.D. and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. I am committed to caring for the whole individual and family including spiritual, emotional, and physical health in ways that are suited to each individual. I work with clients struggling with past and present trauma, anxiety, depression, spiritual concerns, couple conflict, mood disorders, cultural and ethnic issues, blended family issues, grief and end-of-life issues, phobias, and OCD.
Using an attachment-based, emotionally focused approach, I help clients understand their relational patterns, heal from past wounds, and build more secure, fulfilling connections.
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs. CBT helps shift negative thought patterns, while EMDR supports trauma processing and emotional healing. Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), grounded in attachment theory, strengthens emotional bonds and heals relational wounds. Each approach is selected to foster lasting change.
Using an attachment-based, emotionally focused approach, I help clients understand their relational patterns, heal from past wounds, and build more secure, fulfilling connections.
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs. CBT helps shift negative thought patterns, while EMDR supports trauma processing and emotional healing. Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), grounded in attachment theory, strengthens emotional bonds and heals relational wounds. Each approach is selected to foster lasting change.
I have chosen to focus mainly on the tenets of Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), mixed with Person-Centered Therapy, in which I can both empower my clients and help them meet their individual goals.
Whatever reason brought you here, I hope you stay. I started One Eighty Counseling because I yearned to create a counseling practice that focused on open, kind communication and acceptance. I wanted my own corner of the world where people could truly come as they are. This means that my clients, their families, and their stories could be acknowledged without judgement or fear, and most importantly without rejection. In my practice, I work best with individuals who are looking for a long-term therapeutic relationship to work on struggles over time. I work through a person-centered lens where I believe you are the expert on you.
I have chosen to focus mainly on the tenets of Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), mixed with Person-Centered Therapy, in which I can both empower my clients and help them meet their individual goals.
Whatever reason brought you here, I hope you stay. I started One Eighty Counseling because I yearned to create a counseling practice that focused on open, kind communication and acceptance. I wanted my own corner of the world where people could truly come as they are. This means that my clients, their families, and their stories could be acknowledged without judgement or fear, and most importantly without rejection. In my practice, I work best with individuals who are looking for a long-term therapeutic relationship to work on struggles over time. I work through a person-centered lens where I believe you are the expert on you.
Men and women are different, and guys have very specific counseling needs. A lot of men cringe at the thought of counseling, and understandably so. My goal is to show the guy who hates the idea of counseling how helpful it can be and that masculinity isn't inherently negative. Being a man is a good thing and being a good man is even better. My PhD research was on help-seeking behavior in men. I know that making that first phone call seems terrifying, but you owe it to yourself to give this a shot. You owe it to yourself to be well.
Men and women are different, and guys have very specific counseling needs. A lot of men cringe at the thought of counseling, and understandably so. My goal is to show the guy who hates the idea of counseling how helpful it can be and that masculinity isn't inherently negative. Being a man is a good thing and being a good man is even better. My PhD research was on help-seeking behavior in men. I know that making that first phone call seems terrifying, but you owe it to yourself to give this a shot. You owe it to yourself to be well.
My name is Taylor Ballard and I am located in Lubbock, Tx. I have primarily worked with children, teens, and young adults. I can provide individual or family therapy depending on the presenting problem. I have worked with families and individuals who present with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, behavioral issues, and self-harm. My usual modes of therapy include Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy. I have also been trained in many other systemic approaches.
My name is Taylor Ballard and I am located in Lubbock, Tx. I have primarily worked with children, teens, and young adults. I can provide individual or family therapy depending on the presenting problem. I have worked with families and individuals who present with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, behavioral issues, and self-harm. My usual modes of therapy include Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy. I have also been trained in many other systemic approaches.
Since 2013, Dr. Jenna Chang has served as a therapist providing compassionate individual, couple, and family therapy for Lubbock and the surrounding communities. Using her education and training in psychology and marriage and family therapy, Dr. Chang helps youth and adults work through life's challenges in order to experience the hope and healing they need for themselves and their relationships.
Since 2013, Dr. Jenna Chang has served as a therapist providing compassionate individual, couple, and family therapy for Lubbock and the surrounding communities. Using her education and training in psychology and marriage and family therapy, Dr. Chang helps youth and adults work through life's challenges in order to experience the hope and healing they need for themselves and their relationships.
My practice as a licensed clinical psychologist involves treating clients with multitudes of mental health concerns or just stressors of life. My goal is to be a collaborator rather than an expert in facilitating exploration, reflection, and consideration of alternative problem formulations and interventions. I empower clients by providing a safe, cooperative, nonjudgmental, & confidential environment so that folks may gain flexibility in their thinking and behavior. Through supportive therapy, I will assist clients in understanding how their perceptions, thoughts, and beliefs affect their behavior, mood, and self-esteem.
My practice as a licensed clinical psychologist involves treating clients with multitudes of mental health concerns or just stressors of life. My goal is to be a collaborator rather than an expert in facilitating exploration, reflection, and consideration of alternative problem formulations and interventions. I empower clients by providing a safe, cooperative, nonjudgmental, & confidential environment so that folks may gain flexibility in their thinking and behavior. Through supportive therapy, I will assist clients in understanding how their perceptions, thoughts, and beliefs affect their behavior, mood, and self-esteem.
Shiloh Counseling Services has a variety of counselors who will meet your needs! We have both male and female counselors who specialize in a variety of issues. All of our counselors practice from a Christian worldview but are also comfortable working with people from all beliefs and backgrounds. Please visit our website, www.ShilohCounselingServices.com to learn more about all of our therapists and services.
Shiloh Counseling Services has a variety of counselors who will meet your needs! We have both male and female counselors who specialize in a variety of issues. All of our counselors practice from a Christian worldview but are also comfortable working with people from all beliefs and backgrounds. Please visit our website, www.ShilohCounselingServices.com to learn more about all of our therapists and services.
Life comes at you fast and that includes marriage, kids, school, co-parenting, addiction, friends, divorce, parents, death, court, or any one of a thousand other things. My goal is to help you and/or your loved ones navigate through whatever is going on. Everyone deserves to be happy and we are only guaranteed this one life. I cater my therapy services to what will benefit each client the most. If you would like a consultation, please text me at 806-778-2989 as this is the quickest way to get in touch with me.
Life comes at you fast and that includes marriage, kids, school, co-parenting, addiction, friends, divorce, parents, death, court, or any one of a thousand other things. My goal is to help you and/or your loved ones navigate through whatever is going on. Everyone deserves to be happy and we are only guaranteed this one life. I cater my therapy services to what will benefit each client the most. If you would like a consultation, please text me at 806-778-2989 as this is the quickest way to get in touch with me.
If you or your family are struggling with issues like substance abuse, addiction, eating disorders, or relationship conflicts (infidelity, communication problems, etc.), therapy can be a great way to deal with those struggles. Most people struggle without support for longer than is helpful. People have the innate skills to cope and bounce back from their struggles. My goal as a therapist is to provide a non-judgmental space for you to identify and grow the tools to work on those struggles.
If you or your family are struggling with issues like substance abuse, addiction, eating disorders, or relationship conflicts (infidelity, communication problems, etc.), therapy can be a great way to deal with those struggles. Most people struggle without support for longer than is helpful. People have the innate skills to cope and bounce back from their struggles. My goal as a therapist is to provide a non-judgmental space for you to identify and grow the tools to work on those struggles.
You may be reading this because you feel like you have tried everything to feel better, but nothing seems to work. You find yourself feeling overwhelmed by life in general, and you have been fighting with family, friends, or the person you love more than usual. Or you might find yourself feeling anxious lately, and you aren't sure why. In general, you are ready to feel better and enjoy the people around you.
You may be reading this because you feel like you have tried everything to feel better, but nothing seems to work. You find yourself feeling overwhelmed by life in general, and you have been fighting with family, friends, or the person you love more than usual. Or you might find yourself feeling anxious lately, and you aren't sure why. In general, you are ready to feel better and enjoy the people around you.
Caught up in compulsive sexual behavior, pornography, infidelity, sexual temptation, or conflict resolution distress? Coping with betrayal? Traumatized/retraumatized by the experience, or by failed recovery efforts? Trying recovery on your own? Stuck on “why . . .” questions? Does your status in life limit your treatment? Contrary to the experience, do you want to reconcile your relationship, do you want a new normal. Discovered recently or years ago, the guilt, shame, and betrayal pain can repeatedly feel like it was yesterday. There is hope and healing for the compulsive partner and for the traumatized partner. Help is available.
Caught up in compulsive sexual behavior, pornography, infidelity, sexual temptation, or conflict resolution distress? Coping with betrayal? Traumatized/retraumatized by the experience, or by failed recovery efforts? Trying recovery on your own? Stuck on “why . . .” questions? Does your status in life limit your treatment? Contrary to the experience, do you want to reconcile your relationship, do you want a new normal. Discovered recently or years ago, the guilt, shame, and betrayal pain can repeatedly feel like it was yesterday. There is hope and healing for the compulsive partner and for the traumatized partner. Help is available.
Hi! I’m Sommer. I'm a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. I offer a nonjudgmental perspective and allow you to take the time to assess your well-being. I attempt to help you implement gradual change as opposed to trying to change everything at once. You can expect a warm and empathetic approach that allows you to share at your own pace. I am passionate about this work because I believe everyone deserves the chance to build the life they desire.
Hi! I’m Sommer. I'm a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. I offer a nonjudgmental perspective and allow you to take the time to assess your well-being. I attempt to help you implement gradual change as opposed to trying to change everything at once. You can expect a warm and empathetic approach that allows you to share at your own pace. I am passionate about this work because I believe everyone deserves the chance to build the life they desire.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.