Therapists in McKinney, TX

Hi there – I’m so glad you’re here! No matter what brought you to this page, I am proud of you. Taking the first step toward seeking help is not easy, and I am honored to be a small part of your story. I received my Master of Education in Rehabilitation Counseling, which places an emphasis on counseling specific to people with disabilities. I strive to create a safe, trauma-informed space for my clients where you feel heard, valued, and empowered – with a gentle nudge here and there.

Now accepting NEW clients! Are you looking for a couples' therapist that works with relationship problems? Do you want to learn more about how to better communicate with your partner and be a better listener? Are you wanting to find a way to reconnect with your partner and show more empathy? If you want to learn how to do these things and discover more about your relationship, you've come to the right place. This is the time where you will develop a new approach to your relationship and skills that will promote new meanings, understanding and healthier perspectives.

Let's be real: we're all struggling. Whether you’re masking yourself to appear okay on the outside when you’re actually breaking on the inside, or you’re trapped in thinking that you can’t confide in others because your emotions would be “too much” for them to handle, or you’re pushing down your emotions because you’ve learned that they are bad, selfish, or shameful to feel—you are not alone. I’ve felt stuck there before too, and I'm here to walk with you through your unique journey to finding peace, hope, and meaning in life.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. During my education, I completed an internship at Promise House, Inc. providing therapy to children and adolescents in CPS care. Post education, I gained experience in treating clients of all ages with anxiety, depression, substance use and addiction issues, self-harm and suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, life adjustments/daily stressors, grief, and trauma. I also have experience working with parents of teenagers with dual diagnosis substance use and mental health issues.

I am a professional counselor offering in person and tele-therapy. I am licensed to work in Texas and Colorado. If you are in Colorado and want to work with me via tele-therapy please reach out. If you are in the midst of struggle, counseling can help. Change is possible and I am here to support you every step of the way. If you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression or overwhelm, and can no longer cope alone please reach out. Don't suffer alone! I work with children, adolescents and adults to to support them as they find their way to peace.

I specialize in treating individuals with ADHD, emotional or sexual trauma, anxiety-based disorders, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, pornography addiction, family members of addicts and alcoholics, and dissociative disorders. Additionally, I have substantial experience working with teens to address issues related to self-esteem.

We all face adjustments in life. Right now, you or someone you know may be experiencing: •Anxiety: restlessness, worry, panic, fear, sleep problems •Depression: apathy, general discontent, hopelessness, mood swings, sadness •Life Transitions: from stress or change due to moving, change in career, changes in household •Grief/Grieving: loss of loved one, friend or pet •Trauma: sexual abuse history

Responsibility: When we accept responsibility for the quality of our own lives, CHANGE begins immediately. I want to help you feel better in the shortest time possible so you can begin ENJOYING your life again. If you are ready to step up to the challenge of creating the personal, professional, or family life you desire and deserve, please call me.

Raven’s clients appreciate her expertise in treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, anger, conflict resolution, behavioral concerns, major life transitions, promoting healthy and strong relationships and more. She is skilled at helping individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families navigate difficult life transitions together. Raven is a solution-focused and strengths based therapist who primarily uses a cognitive-behavioral approach to help clients identify harmful cognitive and emotional patterns in their lives. She enjoys working with children (3 and up), adolescents, and adults.

You might be reaching out for counseling because you want, your child to process and explore their emotions in a safe space, your child to heal from divorce, loss, or other hurt in their world, to be able to process your unsolved adult or childhood trauma experiences, to build a healthy relationship with yourself and/or loved ones, or to learn coping skills to help with daily life stressors. Regardless of your why, I am happy to be considered.

Welcome! I would describe my style as warm and supportive. I believe that there is a longing at the core of every human being; a longing to be heard, understood, loved, valued, and accepted. We all have unfinished business, whether it’s with parents, siblings, in-laws, our children, betrayers, teachers, abusers, bullies, co-workers, ex-spouses, or people who are out of our lives that we want back in. Over time the baggage we carry around in our hearts and minds can overwhelm us. We sometimes create behaviors to cover our pain and vulnerabilities. Counseling is a place for guidance, reflection, trust, and unconditional acceptance.

My hope as a counselor is to create a safe space for clients to bring their deepest hurts and pain to light, ushering in hope, healing, and redemption. I am passionate about sitting well with my clients in their pain, understanding their unique stories, and using evidence based therapy to turn suffering into growth. I am a National Certified Counselor, an EMDRIA approved EMDR trained therapist pursing certification through EMDRIA, as well as an IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback Certified Provider (ICP).

Relationships are what humans were created for and can be extremely life-giving. However, sometimes we go through hardships that may create distance or unhealthy behavior patterns in these relationships. As a counselor and former educator using a holistic approach, I take into consideration the unique needs and strengths of each individual I work with. I strive to create a non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and understood. By utilizing evidence-based techniques, I assist clients in identifying patterns, gaining self-awareness and developing practical tools to overcome obstacles.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Registered Art Therapist. I graduated from Notre Dame de Namur University (now Dominican University) in Northern California, where I earned a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy. My experience consists of working with the juvenile justice system, as well as higher level of care including partial hospitalization.

Are you tired of putting effort into people and problems that require more energy than you have and it's still NEVER enough! Does your involvement lead to the loss of your identity and often leads to a bad situation getting worse?! Now it's you who goes to bed depressed, wake up anxious, and feel lost because you've given everything you got! Living, loving, and supporting yourself or others is not suppose to be exhausting or one-sided. One-way streets have to end somewhere. I can help reroute you to Restoration Ave. where you will find the Recovery Inn and Suites! Our mission is Changing Hearts and Restoring Hearts Trust (CHART).

I believe that we sometimes need additional support as we navigate our unique journey in life. As a young adult in my early twenties, I met with my first counselor who introduced me to a group counseling experience that brought life-changing spiritual and emotional transformation. Although I had come to counseling for one problem in my life, the therapeutic process illuminated so much more than what I could articulate or even knew I needed. This initial encounter is what drew me toward the counseling profession and deepened my passion and motivation for helping others in the same way that I have been helped.

Sarah believes in the importance of creating a safe, nonjudgmental space. She is a supportive and engaged clinician who strives to make the counseling process not only warm and nurturing but also highly effective. She utilizes a strengths-based, collaborative approach in her counseling sessions and strives to actively engage her clients in the counseling process. In your sessions, Sarah will uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) techniques to establish active coping skills and explore deeper, underlying concerns. She offers individual counseling for adolescent (10 and up) and adult clients, and also treats couples and families.

Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, fear, emotional trauma, hopelessness, or loss of energy and motivation? Would you like to learn better coping strategies or how to use your faith to overcome your difficulties? Would you like to clarify your problems with psychological assessment? Are you having difficulty with your relationships or suffered a loss? I work with adults and parents dealing with the above problems.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, and I received my Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from UT Southwestern, graduating in 2016. I have experience as a crisis counselor for the community helping children, teens, and adults experiencing suicidal/homicidal ideation. In private practice, I assist individuals suffering from a variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, life adjustment issues, personality disorders, and various family issues.