LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Lubbock County, TX
My practice is a SAFE place for those in the LGBTQIA community and all are welcome.
I have a passion for assisting others on their healing journey. Underneath all the layers of fear and suffering, a true warrior is present. I work with preteens (ages 10 years and up), teens, and adults who have experienced scary, difficult, traumatic, and life-altering events. I also work with individuals who are struggling with self-acceptance, self-worth, maneuvering life’s changes, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy providing support for individuals as they explore their spirituality and beliefs. I work with clients from all spiritual and religious backgrounds, maintaining a neutral stance throughout the process.
My practice is a SAFE place for those in the LGBTQIA community and all are welcome.
I have a passion for assisting others on their healing journey. Underneath all the layers of fear and suffering, a true warrior is present. I work with preteens (ages 10 years and up), teens, and adults who have experienced scary, difficult, traumatic, and life-altering events. I also work with individuals who are struggling with self-acceptance, self-worth, maneuvering life’s changes, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy providing support for individuals as they explore their spirituality and beliefs. I work with clients from all spiritual and religious backgrounds, maintaining a neutral stance throughout the process.
Relationships can be both our greatest source of connection and our greatest source of pain. I work with couples, families, young adults, and teens who find themselves experiencing this pain by navigating communication challenges, identity exploration and formation, life transitions, trauma, and relationship stress. Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling disconnected and work to create more meaningful and authentic ways of connecting. I welcome clients of all identities, backgrounds, relationship structures, and family forms, and strive to create a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
Relationships can be both our greatest source of connection and our greatest source of pain. I work with couples, families, young adults, and teens who find themselves experiencing this pain by navigating communication challenges, identity exploration and formation, life transitions, trauma, and relationship stress. Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling disconnected and work to create more meaningful and authentic ways of connecting. I welcome clients of all identities, backgrounds, relationship structures, and family forms, and strive to create a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
I graduated from UTK College of Social Work and have a varied background, including working in community mental health, residential facilities, and private practice. I work with my clients using a strengths-based approach, incorporating humor and empathy in sessions to improve comfort and instill trust, fostering a collaborative relationship. I enjoy working with a variety of populations, including individuals and families, and I specialize in parenting, life adjustments, mood disorders, anxiety/panic, and relational stressors.
I graduated from UTK College of Social Work and have a varied background, including working in community mental health, residential facilities, and private practice. I work with my clients using a strengths-based approach, incorporating humor and empathy in sessions to improve comfort and instill trust, fostering a collaborative relationship. I enjoy working with a variety of populations, including individuals and families, and I specialize in parenting, life adjustments, mood disorders, anxiety/panic, and relational stressors.
Our counselors have a experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, child issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, couples issues, and much more.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise, owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, offers counseling for children, adults, and couples. Our therapist are highly trained to support you using trusted modalities like EMDR, CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. We tailor your treatment to you and provide a trauma informed approach. We provide flexible scheduling options and a free 15 minute consult to understand your needs and ensure a great match with a therapist.
Our counselors have a experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, child issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, couples issues, and much more.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise, owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, offers counseling for children, adults, and couples. Our therapist are highly trained to support you using trusted modalities like EMDR, CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. We tailor your treatment to you and provide a trauma informed approach. We provide flexible scheduling options and a free 15 minute consult to understand your needs and ensure a great match with a therapist.
With nearly 20 years of mental health experience, I provide compassionate, individualized care grounded in interpersonal, strengths-based, and humanistic principles. I focus on building authentic connections and helping clients access their inner resilience. I have specialized training in mindfulness and self-compassion interventions, which support emotional well-being and reduce self-criticism. I approach therapy with cultural humility—honoring each client’s unique background, values, perspectives, and identity, and recognizing how these shape the healing process.
With nearly 20 years of mental health experience, I provide compassionate, individualized care grounded in interpersonal, strengths-based, and humanistic principles. I focus on building authentic connections and helping clients access their inner resilience. I have specialized training in mindfulness and self-compassion interventions, which support emotional well-being and reduce self-criticism. I approach therapy with cultural humility—honoring each client’s unique background, values, perspectives, and identity, and recognizing how these shape the healing process.
Are you searching for a therapist who really listens to your concerns and who is not afraid to respond? I am a licensed clinical psychologist who actively engages with you to assist you in sorting through life's complications. I use a warm, non-judgmental approach while helping you navigate various challenges, stressors and/or traumas.
Are you searching for a therapist who really listens to your concerns and who is not afraid to respond? I am a licensed clinical psychologist who actively engages with you to assist you in sorting through life's complications. I use a warm, non-judgmental approach while helping you navigate various challenges, stressors and/or traumas.
I'm Magan, a client centered, Solution Focused therapist who has been working in the field of addiction and codependency with adolescents and adults since I began practicing. Since then I found through the use of 12 step work, along with continuous therapy, individuals, couples, and families saw the change they were seeking. I believe you are the one who holds the solutions to your desired outcomes and I am simply the one who is honored to help navigate and process those with you.
I'm Magan, a client centered, Solution Focused therapist who has been working in the field of addiction and codependency with adolescents and adults since I began practicing. Since then I found through the use of 12 step work, along with continuous therapy, individuals, couples, and families saw the change they were seeking. I believe you are the one who holds the solutions to your desired outcomes and I am simply the one who is honored to help navigate and process those with you.
Adjusting to life after a brain injury or coping with a complex medical diagnosis can feel overwhelming and isolating. You may struggle with uncertainty, frustration, or even depression as you navigate these changes. These experiences often bring a mix of grief for what has changed and anxiety about what lies ahead. It’s common to feel disconnected from your former self, caught in patterns of negative thinking, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, helping you rediscover resilience, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of purpose and fulfillment in your life.
Adjusting to life after a brain injury or coping with a complex medical diagnosis can feel overwhelming and isolating. You may struggle with uncertainty, frustration, or even depression as you navigate these changes. These experiences often bring a mix of grief for what has changed and anxiety about what lies ahead. It’s common to feel disconnected from your former self, caught in patterns of negative thinking, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, helping you rediscover resilience, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of purpose and fulfillment in your life.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families who are ready for change. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or out of options for how to handle their current challenges. If that sounds familiar, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll uncover what’s keeping you stuck and create a new path forward—one that leads to hope, healing, growth and even joy!
I work with children, teens, adults, and families who are ready for change. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or out of options for how to handle their current challenges. If that sounds familiar, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll uncover what’s keeping you stuck and create a new path forward—one that leads to hope, healing, growth and even joy!
Do you feel as though you will never have a healthy relationship: with your family? with your significant other? with yourself? with food? Do you struggle to love and appreciate the person staring back at you in the mirror? Do you feel stuck in habits that result in self-sabotage and feelings of shame? Do you feel unworthy or undeserving of stability or contentment, so you turn to unhealthy eating patterns, toxic relationships, or substances? Maybe the trauma you have experienced has not been managed effectively and you don't have the tools to heal and feel relief.
Do you feel as though you will never have a healthy relationship: with your family? with your significant other? with yourself? with food? Do you struggle to love and appreciate the person staring back at you in the mirror? Do you feel stuck in habits that result in self-sabotage and feelings of shame? Do you feel unworthy or undeserving of stability or contentment, so you turn to unhealthy eating patterns, toxic relationships, or substances? Maybe the trauma you have experienced has not been managed effectively and you don't have the tools to heal and feel relief.
We help individuals, couples, and families who want to feel more grounded, connected, and understood. They may be coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges and want practical tools to navigate daily stress. Many seek therapy to improve communication, rebuild trust, or create balance amid life transitions. We help clients move towards insight, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of purpose through compassionate, evidence-based care, both in person at San Antonio, Lubbock, and Houston, and virtually.
We help individuals, couples, and families who want to feel more grounded, connected, and understood. They may be coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges and want practical tools to navigate daily stress. Many seek therapy to improve communication, rebuild trust, or create balance amid life transitions. We help clients move towards insight, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of purpose through compassionate, evidence-based care, both in person at San Antonio, Lubbock, and Houston, and virtually.
Life comes at you fast! You play "what if" scenarios in your mind with thoughts that never turn off. You find yourself procrastinating and avoiding, while feeling completely overwhelmed and hopeless. As an experienced counselor in addressing depression, grief, anxiety, family/life transitions, and identity exploration, I can help! As a parent, are you concerned that your child does not seem like their usual self, with a loss of focus and emotional control? We can work together to create life skills and build on their strengths. Your child, not the problem or behavior, is the center of my focus for interventions.
Life comes at you fast! You play "what if" scenarios in your mind with thoughts that never turn off. You find yourself procrastinating and avoiding, while feeling completely overwhelmed and hopeless. As an experienced counselor in addressing depression, grief, anxiety, family/life transitions, and identity exploration, I can help! As a parent, are you concerned that your child does not seem like their usual self, with a loss of focus and emotional control? We can work together to create life skills and build on their strengths. Your child, not the problem or behavior, is the center of my focus for interventions.
I hold a BSW from UH-Downtown and an MSW from UH-GCSW, where I was a Trauma Fellow and GLOBE Youth Behavioral Health Fellow. I became a therapist because I love helping people and find joy in seeing change and growth in those who are struggling. I’ve aimed to bring a relaxed, supportive, and open approach to therapy. I believe healing happens best when therapy is guest-centered and guest-led—we’re a team, and I’m here to walk alongside you. I am LGPTQ+ally. I believe everyone deserves a change to change. I also am visually impaired.
I hold a BSW from UH-Downtown and an MSW from UH-GCSW, where I was a Trauma Fellow and GLOBE Youth Behavioral Health Fellow. I became a therapist because I love helping people and find joy in seeing change and growth in those who are struggling. I’ve aimed to bring a relaxed, supportive, and open approach to therapy. I believe healing happens best when therapy is guest-centered and guest-led—we’re a team, and I’m here to walk alongside you. I am LGPTQ+ally. I believe everyone deserves a change to change. I also am visually impaired.
Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world, but no one can see it? Do you feel unheard in your relationship? It can be hard to put emotions into words, especially when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that seem impossible to break. The desire for peace is there, but knowing where to begin can feel daunting. Relationship conflict, whether with a partner, spouse, or loved one, can leave you feeling misunderstood, exhausted, and disconnected. Do the same arguments resurface? Does it sometimes feel like no matter how much you try, nothing changes?
Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world, but no one can see it? Do you feel unheard in your relationship? It can be hard to put emotions into words, especially when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that seem impossible to break. The desire for peace is there, but knowing where to begin can feel daunting. Relationship conflict, whether with a partner, spouse, or loved one, can leave you feeling misunderstood, exhausted, and disconnected. Do the same arguments resurface? Does it sometimes feel like no matter how much you try, nothing changes?
Congratulations! You are taking the first step in becoming a better version of yourself. I specialize in empowering children and adults who struggle with their brain health. I am here to walk alongside your journey and equip you with tools to help you live a more abundant life. My goal is to help each client identify their strengths and help each individual overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, or grief. I've helped clients gain a healthier perspective toward healing by equipping them with tools to overcome obstacles.
Congratulations! You are taking the first step in becoming a better version of yourself. I specialize in empowering children and adults who struggle with their brain health. I am here to walk alongside your journey and equip you with tools to help you live a more abundant life. My goal is to help each client identify their strengths and help each individual overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, or grief. I've helped clients gain a healthier perspective toward healing by equipping them with tools to overcome obstacles.
Navigating life and your relationships can be difficult and, for some, a constant struggle. You may struggle with low self-esteem, managing and expressing emotions, or have a difficult time setting and keeping boundaries in relationships.
Navigating life and your relationships can be difficult and, for some, a constant struggle. You may struggle with low self-esteem, managing and expressing emotions, or have a difficult time setting and keeping boundaries in relationships.
Are you stuck in an unhealthy cycle of negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed? As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping you do just that, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate life transitions, work through trauma, anxiety, depression and address relationship issues.
Are you stuck in an unhealthy cycle of negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed? As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping you do just that, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate life transitions, work through trauma, anxiety, depression and address relationship issues.
My hope is to offer a space for you to experience life changing therapy where mind, body, and soul meet. A safe, comfortable space that fosters an atmosphere free of judgment and shame, where growth and transformation can happen. In an ever changing, uncertain world, there is comfort in having a sure place, and an objective voice. I wish to work with you to find the greatest version of you.
Feeling comfortable with your therapist is crucial, I invite you to ask any questions that you may have. This is YOUR journey
My hope is to offer a space for you to experience life changing therapy where mind, body, and soul meet. A safe, comfortable space that fosters an atmosphere free of judgment and shame, where growth and transformation can happen. In an ever changing, uncertain world, there is comfort in having a sure place, and an objective voice. I wish to work with you to find the greatest version of you.
Feeling comfortable with your therapist is crucial, I invite you to ask any questions that you may have. This is YOUR journey
Welcome! I offer online therapy for clients who may feel more comfortable attending therapy via their phone/computer. As a marriage and family therapist, I collaborate with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to give my clients the space to process while also helping them reach their goals. I work with clients and their families dealing with a variety of mental health and interpersonal issues. Most common concerns that I work with is anxiety, depression, and communication concerns in a relationship.
Welcome! I offer online therapy for clients who may feel more comfortable attending therapy via their phone/computer. As a marriage and family therapist, I collaborate with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to give my clients the space to process while also helping them reach their goals. I work with clients and their families dealing with a variety of mental health and interpersonal issues. Most common concerns that I work with is anxiety, depression, and communication concerns in a relationship.
We are excited to meet you on your journey to healing. We are committed to providing therapy services that are both compassionate and empowering. We work with adolescents, adults, and families. Our approach to family therapy is through a systemic perspective. Trying to understand individual behavior within the context of the family. We have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, behavioral issues, attachment disorders, and marital and family issues. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity.
We are excited to meet you on your journey to healing. We are committed to providing therapy services that are both compassionate and empowering. We work with adolescents, adults, and families. Our approach to family therapy is through a systemic perspective. Trying to understand individual behavior within the context of the family. We have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, behavioral issues, attachment disorders, and marital and family issues. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity.
