Grief Therapists in McAllen, TX

Therapy is a collaborative effort between the therapist and client. The goal of therapy is to empower the client to achieve their goals with hopes that the client can live a more satisfying life. The purpose of therapy is to help the client enhance their understanding of the issue(s) that may be impacting their physical, emotional and mental wellbeing and to equip the client with skills that can bring potential solutions to their issue(s). Therapy can employ techniques and exercises from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Play Therapy to mention a few.

Meet Nadia: Your Ally in Mental Health Are your children, teens, or young adults struggling with anxiety and depression? Nadia, an LPC-Associate with four years of dedicated experience, is here to help. Specializing in supporting young people, Nadia is passionate about enhancing mental health in our community. Using person-centered and holistic approaches, Nadia ensures that every client feels acknowledged and valued. Her compassionate methods empower clients to overcome obstacles and build emotional resilience. With Nadia by their side, your loved ones can find the strength to thrive. Discover the difference Nadia can make.

I believe in a therapeutic process that revolves around life's changes and the journeys it takes us on. Choosing to change your focus is a powerful way of transforming any situation. Focusing on the positive doesn't mean that we are denying reality or avoiding what isn't working. It simply allows us to work from a grounded place in order to make the most informed decision from a less emotional place of clarity. Within our sessions, the goal is to cultivate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship where an individual can bring their full self into session without any fear.

I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to challenge and change maladaptive cognitive distortions and behaviors which have negatively impacted ones life, and provide tools to improve emotion regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies to effectively problem solve independently. I am also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), which is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences stemming from a variety of stressors, most notably: trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, disturbing memories, and PTSD.

As a dedicated therapist, I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and acheive personal growth. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their emotions and cultivate self-awareness.

You can heal in your goals by developing new skills to become the better person you want to be. By overcoming behavioral issues in whatever lifestyle and situation you find yourself in. In counseling, we can see our vulnerability as human beings where we find ourselves facing irrational ways of thinking that take us to negative feelings and then we act them out. Thus, the process of learning other ventures to life is to face ourselves at times with our own issues and learn to re-think things out. To heal ourselves is to also not only learn to change ourselves but to forgive ourselves along the journey of our lives.

I use an empathetic, collaborative & direct approach to help you find practical strategies to manage day to day life. I am passionate about combining faith, neuroscience, & psychology to promote overall wellness. My counseling approaches include Person Centered & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while also incorporating both prayer and the powerful word of God.

Hello! My name is Cristina Zacarias; I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I graduated with my Masters degree in 2017. I have worked with a variety of clients over the years but have focused more on treating anxiety and depression.

In my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse individuals across the lifespan. In couples therapy, I've helped partners foster deeper connections and mutual support amongst eachother. Working with children and adolescents, I've seen remarkable growth by creating a safe space for self-expression and self-discovery. With individuals, I've witnessed profound personal development, empowering them to overcome obstacles and find their inner strength. My experience across these demographics has reinforced the importance of empathy, patience, and tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client.

My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other emotions. Good news, those emotions can be managed, I believe there are two experts in the room: You are the expert of your life and I am the clinical expert. I have had the privilege of working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I use a variety of techniques and theories to guide my work with you depending on what fits your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods. As humans, we not only want to feel understood, but we want to understand ourselves & why we do the things we do.

Life's journey can be challenging at times. You might experience struggles with anxiety, depression, relationships and more. Support and guidance can help you find a better path leading to increased hope, joy and healing. Let's work together to overcome your struggles and grow stronger through the process. Imagine feeling less burdened by life's circumstances, more resilient to challenges, having more gratifying relationships and feeling comfortable being authentically you. Taking the first step and seeking help takes courage. I look forward to working with you and exploring the best path for your own personal growth and well-being.

Have you ever been so emotionally numb from the sight of your own reflection that you weren't even sure you existed in that moment? Have you ever burned with anger and disappointment because people weren't understanding even the basics of what your life and your identity entail? Have you ever stopped short of sharing who you are with the most important people in your life out of an intense fear of what they might do or say in response? Have you ever looked at the world around you and wondered how you could ever cope with all of the hatred that you see? Have you ever wondered where you'll need to move to stay safe from new laws?

Our goal @ Mariposa Wellness Center is to help guide and connect you to the “Best version of Yourself". As the founder and lead clinician at MWC, my role is to provide you with a welcoming and relaxed environment that lends itself to constructive emotional and psychological therapy and social services. Together, we will discuss your current issues, stressors, values, interests, experiences, relationships and life challenges to identify goals and tools needed to help you transition to a better quality of life that you deserve. Come in and allow yourself the opportunity to start healing and living your best life. It's time.

Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, full of psychobabble and jargon. That is definitely not me! I want to help you achieve the solutions and life changes you are looking for while learning about yourself in new ways. Life is too short to surrender to depression, bad relationship patterns, or let trauma control us. Therapy gives us new tools to deal with life on life’s terms and the benefit of an objective, third-person perspective. We absolutely can be free of emotional pain and find meaning in our lives if we believe change is possible, we want to change, and we are willing to do the work.