Adoption Therapists in Midlothian, TX
It is my goal to provide you a safe, supportive, and accepting environment to explore your unique journey. I offer compassion and objective listening. Together we can orchestrate the best plan to help you navigate through this time, prepare for your next adventure or to simply continue on the journey you are on for better clarity and personal growth.
It is my goal to provide you a safe, supportive, and accepting environment to explore your unique journey. I offer compassion and objective listening. Together we can orchestrate the best plan to help you navigate through this time, prepare for your next adventure or to simply continue on the journey you are on for better clarity and personal growth.
Children thrive when they are doing what they know and love best – playing! Sessions with children include play and focus on interactive ways to engage the child in conversation. Play disarms fear, which allows children to become comfortable within the session. Providing children with this space allows their voices to be heard. While sessions are filled with a lot of fun, I also have a natural ability to engage children in meaningful conversation, encourage parents to a deeper relationship with their children, and provide ongoing resources that will help the family long-term.
Children thrive when they are doing what they know and love best – playing! Sessions with children include play and focus on interactive ways to engage the child in conversation. Play disarms fear, which allows children to become comfortable within the session. Providing children with this space allows their voices to be heard. While sessions are filled with a lot of fun, I also have a natural ability to engage children in meaningful conversation, encourage parents to a deeper relationship with their children, and provide ongoing resources that will help the family long-term.
Welcome! I am so glad you found me. Fostering a safe place to share and express yourself is very important to me. I am a highly trained therapist who works with children and adolescents ages 3-18 as well as young adults and parents. I received my undergraduate degree from Dallas Baptist University and my Masters in Counseling from the University of North Texas. I have also worked with foster and adoptive children and their families and I am trauma informed as well as having experience in education. I create an open environment with positive regard for my clients without judgment of the circumstances they find themselves in.
Welcome! I am so glad you found me. Fostering a safe place to share and express yourself is very important to me. I am a highly trained therapist who works with children and adolescents ages 3-18 as well as young adults and parents. I received my undergraduate degree from Dallas Baptist University and my Masters in Counseling from the University of North Texas. I have also worked with foster and adoptive children and their families and I am trauma informed as well as having experience in education. I create an open environment with positive regard for my clients without judgment of the circumstances they find themselves in.
I provide individual counseling and premarital counseling for couples using the Prepare and Enrich Program by David Olsen. For the past 27 years, I have counseled adolescents, children, and parents in the school setting. Away from the school, my practice focused on clients of all ages who were encountering anger, anxiety, grief, depression, and low self-esteem. By attending counseling and through much encouragement, clients were able to better focus and resolve their mental issues.
I provide individual counseling and premarital counseling for couples using the Prepare and Enrich Program by David Olsen. For the past 27 years, I have counseled adolescents, children, and parents in the school setting. Away from the school, my practice focused on clients of all ages who were encountering anger, anxiety, grief, depression, and low self-esteem. By attending counseling and through much encouragement, clients were able to better focus and resolve their mental issues.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I received my Masters from the Howard University and have been practicing for 5 years. I help people realize the underlying reasons to their stressful factors and lay out a personalized plan towards the goals they would like achieve. Therapy itself can sometimes feel overwhelming, but I am fully engaged with you through your journey.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I received my Masters from the Howard University and have been practicing for 5 years. I help people realize the underlying reasons to their stressful factors and lay out a personalized plan towards the goals they would like achieve. Therapy itself can sometimes feel overwhelming, but I am fully engaged with you through your journey.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in life? Big transitions leaving you feeling disconnected, uncertain, and unsure of what comes next. You don’t have to navigate it alone. At our practice, we provide a space where you can feel understood and genuinely cared for as we work together to reach your goals. Our team works with individuals and couples to help you feel more grounded, confident, and equipped to handle challenges that may come your way. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, or deeper emotional wounds, we tailor therapy to fit your unique needs and goals.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in life? Big transitions leaving you feeling disconnected, uncertain, and unsure of what comes next. You don’t have to navigate it alone. At our practice, we provide a space where you can feel understood and genuinely cared for as we work together to reach your goals. Our team works with individuals and couples to help you feel more grounded, confident, and equipped to handle challenges that may come your way. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, or deeper emotional wounds, we tailor therapy to fit your unique needs and goals.
Rogers is also appointed as an expert by DFW area District Family Courts for things like reunification therapy, child counseling with high-conflict parents, adoption and custody issues, parent facilitation, and to perform evaluations.
Many people look to counseling as a means to develop a plan for tackling life's obstacles or to gain perspective - be it life pressures, trouble with romantic relationships, parent-child relationships, or family relationships, job related stress, life transitions, or symptoms of anxiousness, moodiness, and/or lack of happiness.
Counseling can provide a safe place to emotionally and relationally explore
solutions that are right for you.
I help my clients learn about themselves and build skills to remove the obstacles that block a healthier, happier path both in and out of session through assigned homework to build better habits.
Rogers is also appointed as an expert by DFW area District Family Courts for things like reunification therapy, child counseling with high-conflict parents, adoption and custody issues, parent facilitation, and to perform evaluations.
Many people look to counseling as a means to develop a plan for tackling life's obstacles or to gain perspective - be it life pressures, trouble with romantic relationships, parent-child relationships, or family relationships, job related stress, life transitions, or symptoms of anxiousness, moodiness, and/or lack of happiness.
Counseling can provide a safe place to emotionally and relationally explore
solutions that are right for you.
I help my clients learn about themselves and build skills to remove the obstacles that block a healthier, happier path both in and out of session through assigned homework to build better habits.
I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgemental space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I place heavy importance on developing a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship to encourage clients to develop better coping skills that empower them to reach their therapeutic goals. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. I also work with a wide variety of adults with issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, sexuality, emerging adults, grief, domestic violence, addictions, and career challenges.
I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgemental space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I place heavy importance on developing a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship to encourage clients to develop better coping skills that empower them to reach their therapeutic goals. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. I also work with a wide variety of adults with issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, sexuality, emerging adults, grief, domestic violence, addictions, and career challenges.
I specialize in using play therapy with children and families. As a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Adlerian Play Therapist, I engage clients in creative play to help them manage a variety of challenges of their past, present, and future. As a TBRI Practitioner, I am equipped with techniques designed for children and their families who have faced trauma and attachment issues. As an LPC and CFLE (Certified Family Life Educator), my degrees in family studies (Ph.D.), elementary education (M.A.), theology (M.A.), and counseling psychology (M.A.) help me to see the big picture—supporting children, teens, parents, and families.
I specialize in using play therapy with children and families. As a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Adlerian Play Therapist, I engage clients in creative play to help them manage a variety of challenges of their past, present, and future. As a TBRI Practitioner, I am equipped with techniques designed for children and their families who have faced trauma and attachment issues. As an LPC and CFLE (Certified Family Life Educator), my degrees in family studies (Ph.D.), elementary education (M.A.), theology (M.A.), and counseling psychology (M.A.) help me to see the big picture—supporting children, teens, parents, and families.
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My passion is seeing people find solutions to their questions. Sometimes the problems of life deplete our resources. Therapy offers opportunities to view our problem from a different perspective gaining insight and ability to solve the problem. I enjoy all ages and backgrounds. I have been involved with prison/homeless/substance abuse/parenting and many more backgrounds. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you helping you gain strength to move forward. Things do not have to be 'bad' before you seek counseling. It is never too late to find new directions and live the new change!.
My passion is seeing people find solutions to their questions. Sometimes the problems of life deplete our resources. Therapy offers opportunities to view our problem from a different perspective gaining insight and ability to solve the problem. I enjoy all ages and backgrounds. I have been involved with prison/homeless/substance abuse/parenting and many more backgrounds. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you helping you gain strength to move forward. Things do not have to be 'bad' before you seek counseling. It is never too late to find new directions and live the new change!.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. Let me walk this journey with you to help navigate this challenging chapter in life. I have worked with children, teens, and adults to learn helpful coping strategies to move forward and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. Let me walk this journey with you to help navigate this challenging chapter in life. I have worked with children, teens, and adults to learn helpful coping strategies to move forward and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.
Our licensed therapists can help you with issues like: Adoption or Foster Care Experiences · Anxiety or Depression · Infertility, Grief and Loss · Parenting Challenges · Relationship Concerns · Stress · Traumatic Events · and more...
Counselors (also called therapists) are good listeners who know how to help. A therapy session often feels like a good conversation with a trusted friend.
You'll begin by working with your counselor to identify your specific goals for therapy, and then you will work together to achieve them.
Our licensed therapists can help you with issues like: Adoption or Foster Care Experiences · Anxiety or Depression · Infertility, Grief and Loss · Parenting Challenges · Relationship Concerns · Stress · Traumatic Events · and more...
Counselors (also called therapists) are good listeners who know how to help. A therapy session often feels like a good conversation with a trusted friend.
You'll begin by working with your counselor to identify your specific goals for therapy, and then you will work together to achieve them.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted can make everyday life feel heavier than it should. You may be carrying anxiety, trauma, stress, or self-doubt while trying to meet expectations at work, school, or in relationships. Perhaps you feel disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel supported, and begin making sense of your experiences—without pressure to have it all figured out or to “fix” everything at once.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted can make everyday life feel heavier than it should. You may be carrying anxiety, trauma, stress, or self-doubt while trying to meet expectations at work, school, or in relationships. Perhaps you feel disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel supported, and begin making sense of your experiences—without pressure to have it all figured out or to “fix” everything at once.
Does life feel like it is too much to handle right now? Life can be hard, stressful, and overwhelming in any given season. Then add a traumatic event and it can seem like game over. Trauma comes in many forms and can wreck havoc on your life and the life of those around you. At times it can feel like chaos is surrounding you. We would love to help you or your loved one to create a safe place for the healing journey to begin. We enjoy working alongside young adults, adolescents, and professionals with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Conflict, Work or School Stress, and Difficult Life Transitions.
Does life feel like it is too much to handle right now? Life can be hard, stressful, and overwhelming in any given season. Then add a traumatic event and it can seem like game over. Trauma comes in many forms and can wreck havoc on your life and the life of those around you. At times it can feel like chaos is surrounding you. We would love to help you or your loved one to create a safe place for the healing journey to begin. We enjoy working alongside young adults, adolescents, and professionals with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Conflict, Work or School Stress, and Difficult Life Transitions.
We as individuals have busy lives and sometimes our mental health gets forgotten or pushed to the back of the priority list. My approach and experience is to help clients feel empowered and become aware of the areas they have control in and choice in their lives. I am accepting clients of all ages, sexual orientation, identity, religion, etc. I provide individual therapy, group therapy, family and couples counseling.
We as individuals have busy lives and sometimes our mental health gets forgotten or pushed to the back of the priority list. My approach and experience is to help clients feel empowered and become aware of the areas they have control in and choice in their lives. I am accepting clients of all ages, sexual orientation, identity, religion, etc. I provide individual therapy, group therapy, family and couples counseling.
I have 20+ years of adoption and foster care experience.
Welcome! I am Paula St. John. I have been a Clinical Social Worker/ Therapist for over 25 years. I treat each person according to their individual needs but through the family lens. I work with all ages over 5 years as I have learned to adapt my clinical skills to the individual and their life stage and circumstances. Safety is important to me, so I work hard to build a therapeutic relationship and create a safe place for my clients to sense comfort even when therapy can be challenging. I am a Christian and want to reflect His grace and mercy no matter where you are with religious affiliations.
I have 20+ years of adoption and foster care experience.
Welcome! I am Paula St. John. I have been a Clinical Social Worker/ Therapist for over 25 years. I treat each person according to their individual needs but through the family lens. I work with all ages over 5 years as I have learned to adapt my clinical skills to the individual and their life stage and circumstances. Safety is important to me, so I work hard to build a therapeutic relationship and create a safe place for my clients to sense comfort even when therapy can be challenging. I am a Christian and want to reflect His grace and mercy no matter where you are with religious affiliations.
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Dr. Bean has worked across the lifespan focusing on various difficulties with specific life circumstances and general life concerns. He focuses on individual strengths and normalizing experiences throughout the lifespan and encourages individuals to rediscover their internal strengths. Additionally, Dr. Bean specializes in video games, children & adolescents, and the virtual worlds played in. He is considered an expert in this growing field, has been published extensively in the discipline. He works with children, adolescents, and adults who play video games and their families to better understand the immersive effects video games have upon the individual and resulting family dynamics.
Dr. Bean has worked across the lifespan focusing on various difficulties with specific life circumstances and general life concerns. He focuses on individual strengths and normalizing experiences throughout the lifespan and encourages individuals to rediscover their internal strengths. Additionally, Dr. Bean specializes in video games, children & adolescents, and the virtual worlds played in. He is considered an expert in this growing field, has been published extensively in the discipline. He works with children, adolescents, and adults who play video games and their families to better understand the immersive effects video games have upon the individual and resulting family dynamics.
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
Christie's background in adoption and early training with Dr.
Christie grew up in Dallas, Texas and graduated from TCA, where she met her husband of over 30 years. Together, they have raised four children, including the unique journey of adoptive parenting. With three adult children and one teenager, Christie understands firsthand the complexity and beauty of family life.
Christie earned her BA from The American University in Washington, D.C., and later attended UT-Austin, where she received her Secondary Teacher’s Certificate and taught high school English at Highland Park HS. She eventually returned to school to pursue her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Christie's background in adoption and early training with Dr.
Christie grew up in Dallas, Texas and graduated from TCA, where she met her husband of over 30 years. Together, they have raised four children, including the unique journey of adoptive parenting. With three adult children and one teenager, Christie understands firsthand the complexity and beauty of family life.
Christie earned her BA from The American University in Washington, D.C., and later attended UT-Austin, where she received her Secondary Teacher’s Certificate and taught high school English at Highland Park HS. She eventually returned to school to pursue her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I specialize in DBT, identity & values exploration, adoption, and relationship support.
I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you’re facing. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.
I specialize in DBT, identity & values exploration, adoption, and relationship support.
I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you’re facing. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.