Family Counseling Therapists in Lubbock, TX

** I am not able to accept new clients at this time.** I aspire to bring harmony and transformational healing for individuals, couples, and families seeking healthier relationships or for those impacted by depression/anxiety, loss, infidelity, or addiction to drugs, alcohol, or pornography.

Are you drowning with life challenges that seemed manageable before COVID-19? Are you tired of going to therapy and doing the same redundant, unhelpful sessions? Do you want to learn how to make lasting change and tools that can be used after you meet your treatment goals? I aim to understand my clients based on the experiences they have had, and the unique way they perceive the world around them. I will help you process your past, so you are able to appreciate where you are in the present. I will help empower you to live intentionally and grow into a person or relationship that you can be proud of.

I have a passion for helping people navigate through life's hardships. Everyone struggles in one way or another. Grief, loss, anxiety, conflict, depression and life transitions are all a part of life. Guiding people through conflicts and working with relationships is one of my strengths. I have a special interest in helping college students who are trying to figure out their lives apart from their families . I find it very fulfilling to support and help clients through difficult situations that will lead them to a more positive and peaceful life.

I have always had a passion for helping people overcome problems they view as getting in the way of life's pleasures. I enjoy working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, and families using a variety of therapeutic approaches. My work with clients is determined by the problem brought to the session and the goals you want my help accomplishing. If you need some assistance with strengthening your relationships, managing your depression, anxiety, trauma, or help with other therapeutic needs. Give me a call or visit my website to learn more!

My primary focus is in working with young children - (RPT - registered play therapist). I also offer adult individual, pre marriage (SYMBIS certified), marriage, couples, and family counseling . I believe that every human being was created to thrive and fulfill specific purposes throughout his or her lifetime. These can be achieved through developing natural strengths and influencing others as a result of a growth mindset.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapy associate with 10 years of experience. I am trained to and enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and clinical issues from a relational perspective. I provide individual, couple, and family therapy services to clients facing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to: relationship/marital issues, online and offline infidelity, communication, depression, anxiety, and other mental health diagnoses, intimate partner violence, sexual intimacy, and grief and loss.

I work to help heal life's hurts from a Christian perspective. My passion is to bring healing to your mind, body, and spirit, and help facilitate healing using a solution-focused model. I work with children, women, and families . I am affiliated with UT Southwestern as a Living Donor Advocate, and have been an advocate for victims of domestic violence, grief counselor, DivorceCare facilitator, and treatment facility therapist. I also work with family court on behalf of children amid custody disputes after counseling with the child. I have a wide-array of experience to meet you where you are.

Searching for hope and healing from experiencing the trauma of betrayal, infidelity, compulsive sexual behavior, or relationship distress? Lasting, long-term recovery requires guidance. Individually, are you experiencing anxiety or depression in the current context of Coronavirus? With a focus on your context, experience, and emotion, I specialize in deconstructing your presenting issues to clarify specific problems that you desire to change or respond to. I offer services by video conferencing, phone, and in-person. With similarly qualified colleagues, we offer collaborating therapists for each partner and for the relationship.

Are you constantly plagued by thoughts of not being good enough? Do you spend too much time worrying about what you eat and/or look like? If you're interested in making lasting changes in your life and relationships, then you've come to the right place. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and I can work with you to help you reach your goals. My hope for all of my clients is to live a life characterized by authenticity, courage, and hope, rather than one of perfectionism, shame, and self-criticism.

Searching for hope and healing from experiencing the trauma of betrayal, infidelity, compulsive sexual behavior, or relationship distress? Lasting, long-term recovery requires guidance. Individually, are you experiencing anxiety or depression in the current context of Coronavirus? With a focus on your context, experience, and emotion, I specialize in deconstructing your presenting issues to clarify specific problems that you desire to change or respond to. I offer services by video conferencing, phone, and in-person. With similarly qualified colleagues, we offer collaborating therapists for each partner and for the relationship.

I have worked with a wide range of clients who have experienced trauma in their lives either through abuse, sexual assaults, or death of close friends and family . One of my specialties is assisting individuals find peace with their experiences and overcoming anxiety and stress brought on life events. I also often work with clients who are in the process of deconstructing their faith and can offer a nonjudgment place to discuss concerns in this area of life. *Now offering EMDR therapy*

**Offering a combination of online and in person sessions** Relationships not going the way you want it, whether it be a significant other, friend, boss or family member? Need a little more guidance to get though life's smallest or biggest battles? Do you or a loved one suffer from addiction? Do you think things should be better, but they're not? You are not alone and I am able to help! I have a passion to help people process life's obstacles and hurdles, and to help prepare them to handle future obstacles because we know life isn't perfect or controllable.

***NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS***I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Ph.D. at Texas Tech University in 2013. I work with people who might be struggling with something difficult at this point in their lives (situational problems) or those who need mental health support on an on-going basis (sustained support). There is something to be gained from therapy regardless of why you are looking. I have worked with difficult issues ranging from severe mental illness to addictions and eating disorders. I am confident that regardless of why you are looking for a therapist, I can help you find solutions.

*CURRENT DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE. Some evening or morning appointments available. See my website.* Looking at making changes in our lives can seem difficult and feel overwhelming. I believe we are all capable of change, I believe we are all capable of taking control of our lives. You deserve to thrive. I work from a systemic perspective, meaning I am uniquely qualified to do treatment with couples and families , and means that I holistically view the people I work with. I have helped clients facing issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, substance use, anger management, relationship issues, and family conflict.

I'm an experienced therapist with a masters degree in psychology and a doctorate in marriage and family therapy. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families struggling with relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, stress, decision-making, and life adjustments. I work with clients on relationship enhancement, personal growth, communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and goal-setting. I also assist families with relationship struggles, behavioral/emotional issues, and blended/step families . In addition to seeing clients in Lubbock, Texas, I provide confidential online video therapy for clients in Nevada.

Dealing with thoughts of sadness, anxiety, anger, frustration and don't know what to do with it? Are there pressures coming from all directions; family , friends, social media, television and even inner thoughts? Let's work together to explore your feelings and how to manage them in a productive way. Life comes with challenges but you don't have to try to figure it out alone. Learning how to control your emotions and make yourself better is my priority. How you react to life challenges is what matters. Allow me to assist you in making you into a healthier, happier you.

Everyone needs a listening ear & an unassuming person to talk to. Life is tricky. It’s joyful, happy, fast, hard, overwhelming, & hard to navigate. Life is manageable, & I have the knowledge & experience to help you navigate all the ups & downs of life by using several different methods tailored to you. I want to work with you, for you. Your time is valuable to me & I will respect it by being upfront & honest. I am a therapist that “keeps it real”, giving you my undivided attention when I’m with you. I am a wife, parent, sister, & friend who values all relationships. My faith & family give me life & keep me laughing out loud.

Paralyzed, drowning, devastated, broken, stuck. I have heard many of these descriptions in initial appointments with clients. I am then humbled and amazed as these words evolve to relieved, empowered, valued, strong, and resilient as we work together in treatment. I am a marriage and family therapist offering teletherapy and in-person therapy services to my fellow Texans. In treatment, I focus on working with you to develop and maximize your distinct strengths to overcome the concerns you are presently encountering. I use research backed approaches that are uniquely tailored to you.

"Ruin is the road to transformation." I believe experiences shape who we are and embarking on a different experience in a therapy setting can alter your experiences outside of the office. The work is most meaningful whenever clients have an openness and a curiousity to allow different experiences. My main area of growth is currently in my work with anxiety, birth trauma and confidence building, specifically in the LGBTQIA+ community; however, I have a passion for working with all individuals, couples and families .