Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Pearland, TX
I am psychotherapist and founder of my private practice, Nexus Therapy, where I serve adolescents, adults, and families in Pearland.TX and surrounding areas. My client populations includes individuals and families dealing with complex trauma and PTSD, survivors of neglect and sexual abuse, grief, and attachment disorders. I am also a Certified EMDR Therapist and Certified Energy Healing Practitioner for trauma treatment in my belief of holistically addressing trauma and grief. I provide trauma informed trainings and consultation to assist agencies, schools, and trauma professionals in enhancing their trauma informed best practices.
I am psychotherapist and founder of my private practice, Nexus Therapy, where I serve adolescents, adults, and families in Pearland.TX and surrounding areas. My client populations includes individuals and families dealing with complex trauma and PTSD, survivors of neglect and sexual abuse, grief, and attachment disorders. I am also a Certified EMDR Therapist and Certified Energy Healing Practitioner for trauma treatment in my belief of holistically addressing trauma and grief. I provide trauma informed trainings and consultation to assist agencies, schools, and trauma professionals in enhancing their trauma informed best practices.
My approach depends on your needs and ranges from a number of theoretical perspectives, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, interpersonal, psychodynamic, client- centered, and solution focused.
Trauma can be the root of the problems in our lives. I am a clinical social worker experienced in trauma including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, life threatening situations, grief/loss, and other traumatic events. I am highly experienced in the most common diagnoses including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment issues. My therapeutic philosophy is: build trust, develop a therapeutic relationship, and work together to develop treatment goals and a plan to successfully meet those goals.
My approach depends on your needs and ranges from a number of theoretical perspectives, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, interpersonal, psychodynamic, client- centered, and solution focused.
Trauma can be the root of the problems in our lives. I am a clinical social worker experienced in trauma including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, life threatening situations, grief/loss, and other traumatic events. I am highly experienced in the most common diagnoses including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment issues. My therapeutic philosophy is: build trust, develop a therapeutic relationship, and work together to develop treatment goals and a plan to successfully meet those goals.
Sonya Wyche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
Examples of experiences you are possibly facing may include depression, anxiety, acceptance, trauma, and relationship issues to name a few.
I understand that in life you want to be the best version of yourself. I also recognize that being that person can be difficult when you are dealing with circumstances that affect you negatively. Whatever you are experiencing can affect your relationships, career, school, daily lifestyle and so much more. Asking for guidance from a therapist does not mean you are a weak person. Seeking guidance represents strength because there is a commitment to self-improvement and well-being.
Examples of experiences you are possibly facing may include depression, anxiety, acceptance, trauma, and relationship issues to name a few.
I understand that in life you want to be the best version of yourself. I also recognize that being that person can be difficult when you are dealing with circumstances that affect you negatively. Whatever you are experiencing can affect your relationships, career, school, daily lifestyle and so much more. Asking for guidance from a therapist does not mean you are a weak person. Seeking guidance represents strength because there is a commitment to self-improvement and well-being.
Myles Schutte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77581
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help work through complex trauma, and I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) to help with sexual and other behavioral addictions.
Counseling is a process in which the client and the counselor come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systemic fashion toward realizing those goals. I have worked with clients on a variety of issues and have specialized in helping those with depression, anxiety, anger, codependency, sexual addictions, and sexual identity issues. I see such issues as symptoms of something deeper and my goal is to work with you to uncover those root issues.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help work through complex trauma, and I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) to help with sexual and other behavioral addictions.
Counseling is a process in which the client and the counselor come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systemic fashion toward realizing those goals. I have worked with clients on a variety of issues and have specialized in helping those with depression, anxiety, anger, codependency, sexual addictions, and sexual identity issues. I see such issues as symptoms of something deeper and my goal is to work with you to uncover those root issues.
Maranice Strickland- Couples And Individual Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77581 (Online Only)
My goal in treatment is to help individuals and couples find more effective ways to live healthier, happier, and more successful lives. I specialize in helping adult survivors of complex trauma (C PTSD) including early attachment wounds, parentification, and having parents that struggle with mental health. I treat victims of childhood abuse who have transitioned into parenthood themselves and are struggling with learning how to cope with their own childhood trauma. Among my specialties is the treatment of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
My goal in treatment is to help individuals and couples find more effective ways to live healthier, happier, and more successful lives. I specialize in helping adult survivors of complex trauma (C PTSD) including early attachment wounds, parentification, and having parents that struggle with mental health. I treat victims of childhood abuse who have transitioned into parenthood themselves and are struggling with learning how to cope with their own childhood trauma. Among my specialties is the treatment of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
Serene Counseling and Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, CART, 500-CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
We utilize a trauma informed approach combing evidence-based interventions.
Sometimes life throws a lot at us and we don’t always ask for help when we need it. Stress can come from various places and often even hides making it difficult to see what’s coming until it’s right on top of us. This can lead to emotional challenges which can cause a feeling of instability and a sense of being lost. Being here now is a big step in the process of healing. Together we will work to create a safe space for you and/or your loved ones to create support and establish skills needed to bring stability and balance back into your life. We will help you tap into your inner abilities so that you can be your most authentic you.
We utilize a trauma informed approach combing evidence-based interventions.
Sometimes life throws a lot at us and we don’t always ask for help when we need it. Stress can come from various places and often even hides making it difficult to see what’s coming until it’s right on top of us. This can lead to emotional challenges which can cause a feeling of instability and a sense of being lost. Being here now is a big step in the process of healing. Together we will work to create a safe space for you and/or your loved ones to create support and establish skills needed to bring stability and balance back into your life. We will help you tap into your inner abilities so that you can be your most authentic you.
Dr Sofia Consulting PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
With over 15+ years as a mental health provider, family therapist, educator and researcher, I specialize in trauma-informed and culturally responsive supervision for counselors and therapists in training and AAMFT Supervisor Candidates.
Hi! My name is Sofia, and I provide systemic supervision for LMFT Associates and LPC Associates in Texas. If you are (a) interested in learning more about systems theory and relational approaches and/or (b) you are looking for a more "high-touch" supervisor, someone who will invest time in building a relationship with you as both a human and a clinician, we could be a great fit. From the very beginning, I offer lots of resources (guidance about navigating work dynamics, mentoring, marketing, continuing education) and I help build up my supervisees' confidence, helping them learn to market and promote their skillset. :)
With over 15+ years as a mental health provider, family therapist, educator and researcher, I specialize in trauma-informed and culturally responsive supervision for counselors and therapists in training and AAMFT Supervisor Candidates.
Hi! My name is Sofia, and I provide systemic supervision for LMFT Associates and LPC Associates in Texas. If you are (a) interested in learning more about systems theory and relational approaches and/or (b) you are looking for a more "high-touch" supervisor, someone who will invest time in building a relationship with you as both a human and a clinician, we could be a great fit. From the very beginning, I offer lots of resources (guidance about navigating work dynamics, mentoring, marketing, continuing education) and I help build up my supervisees' confidence, helping them learn to market and promote their skillset. :)
Hannah Marsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77581 (Online Only)
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals navigating through traumatic events, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to foster a secure and nurturing environment where clients and their families can embark on a journey of healing. Central to my approach is the acknowledgment of the mind/body connection, and I take joy in educating clients about their brains and bodies in a trauma-informed and accessible manner.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals navigating through traumatic events, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to foster a secure and nurturing environment where clients and their families can embark on a journey of healing. Central to my approach is the acknowledgment of the mind/body connection, and I take joy in educating clients about their brains and bodies in a trauma-informed and accessible manner.
Charles Huston McComb Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, M A, LPC-S, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77581
Huston is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S). He uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other proven methods of counseling. Having a Christ-centered focus is paramount to his counseling. He earned is supervisor status as he enjoyed supervising PLC interns, sharing the twenty plus years of experience with counselors starting their journey into the profession. He is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a well-known treatment for trauma. He is a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and certification as a certified multiple addiction therapist (CMAT).
Huston is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S). He uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other proven methods of counseling. Having a Christ-centered focus is paramount to his counseling. He earned is supervisor status as he enjoyed supervising PLC interns, sharing the twenty plus years of experience with counselors starting their journey into the profession. He is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a well-known treatment for trauma. He is a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and certification as a certified multiple addiction therapist (CMAT).
Aysha Hussaini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
Whatever your reasons for finding a therapist, I am glad that you have taken this step. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are a unique individual, and will make it my goal to help you live your best life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but to provide a safe, comfortable space in which we will work together to navigate your journey. We will use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strengths-based techniques to work on your goals.
Whatever your reasons for finding a therapist, I am glad that you have taken this step. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are a unique individual, and will make it my goal to help you live your best life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but to provide a safe, comfortable space in which we will work together to navigate your journey. We will use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strengths-based techniques to work on your goals.
I have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), equipping me to help individuals move past trauma and emotional distress, promoting resilience and healing.
Making the decision to seek therapy is a wonderful act of self-care, and I’m glad you’re here. I believe therapy can allow individuals to experience healing and self-growth. I seek to establish a meaningful relationship with clients based on trust and support, aiming to empower my clients with the tools and insights needed to foster resilience and personal growth.
I have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), equipping me to help individuals move past trauma and emotional distress, promoting resilience and healing.
Making the decision to seek therapy is a wonderful act of self-care, and I’m glad you’re here. I believe therapy can allow individuals to experience healing and self-growth. I seek to establish a meaningful relationship with clients based on trust and support, aiming to empower my clients with the tools and insights needed to foster resilience and personal growth.
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Wind Rose Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77581
Adults, teens, children, couples, families... Have you experienced trauma, hard events, or big forms of stress, fear and worry? Are you stuck in the past or worried about the future? These experiences affect how the brain works, then the brain may need specific kinds of help. We can help you process stuck experiences, thoughts, and feelings so you can eliminate emotional distress and develop a new way of thinking about those hard events. Our team consists of four providers to meet whatever your need may be. Learn more about what we have to offer at www.windrosecounseling.org
Adults, teens, children, couples, families... Have you experienced trauma, hard events, or big forms of stress, fear and worry? Are you stuck in the past or worried about the future? These experiences affect how the brain works, then the brain may need specific kinds of help. We can help you process stuck experiences, thoughts, and feelings so you can eliminate emotional distress and develop a new way of thinking about those hard events. Our team consists of four providers to meet whatever your need may be. Learn more about what we have to offer at www.windrosecounseling.org
Retta Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTS
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
My experience extends to individuals and groups in diverse settings such as community mental health clinics, trauma and grief centers, women's centers, substance abuse agencies, crisis centers, and my private practice.
Do you struggle with chronic anxiety and stress? Is the trauma of your past affecting your present functioning? Has depression caused you to lose the joy and happiness you once had? You don't have to continue suffering in silence. I am here to help you manage these challenges, improve your coping skills, and provide emotional support along the way. As Psalm 25:11 says, "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver." Sometimes, we hear the right words at the right time. I can offer you those words, along with the space, time, and resources you need most.
My experience extends to individuals and groups in diverse settings such as community mental health clinics, trauma and grief centers, women's centers, substance abuse agencies, crisis centers, and my private practice.
Do you struggle with chronic anxiety and stress? Is the trauma of your past affecting your present functioning? Has depression caused you to lose the joy and happiness you once had? You don't have to continue suffering in silence. I am here to help you manage these challenges, improve your coping skills, and provide emotional support along the way. As Psalm 25:11 says, "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver." Sometimes, we hear the right words at the right time. I can offer you those words, along with the space, time, and resources you need most.
Kristie D. Walton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584
I provide care for a wide range of life challenges including depression and mood disorders; anxiety and panic; OCD and related disorders; trauma responses and grief; and neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism spectrum.
At Waypoint Counseling of Texas, I offer individual and couples counseling for pre-teens through adults. I aim to be a waypoint on your journey that allows you to heal and reorient. I practice person-centered and trauma informed counseling utilizing interventions from the cognitive behavioral umbrella. This begins with understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I will view you with unconditional positive regard. I endeavor to be gentle in my curiosity and invite you to guide and assist me in understanding the support you need.
I provide care for a wide range of life challenges including depression and mood disorders; anxiety and panic; OCD and related disorders; trauma responses and grief; and neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism spectrum.
At Waypoint Counseling of Texas, I offer individual and couples counseling for pre-teens through adults. I aim to be a waypoint on your journey that allows you to heal and reorient. I practice person-centered and trauma informed counseling utilizing interventions from the cognitive behavioral umbrella. This begins with understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I will view you with unconditional positive regard. I endeavor to be gentle in my curiosity and invite you to guide and assist me in understanding the support you need.
Whether you are dealing with past hurts, the loss of a job, grief, stress, trauma, or transitioning from marriage to divorce, I am here to help you process it so you can move forward.
Life is filled with highs, lows, challenges and pitfalls that can leave the strongest person feeling overwhelmed at times. Events and trauma can cause hurts that leave individuals unaware of the emotional baggage that they are carrying around. As an EMDR trained therapist, I work with clients to help them identify issues that have adversely affected them, help them navigate through life transitions and develop goals to move forward. I have worked with adults and teens with various issues, including anxiety, depression and trauma.
Whether you are dealing with past hurts, the loss of a job, grief, stress, trauma, or transitioning from marriage to divorce, I am here to help you process it so you can move forward.
Life is filled with highs, lows, challenges and pitfalls that can leave the strongest person feeling overwhelmed at times. Events and trauma can cause hurts that leave individuals unaware of the emotional baggage that they are carrying around. As an EMDR trained therapist, I work with clients to help them identify issues that have adversely affected them, help them navigate through life transitions and develop goals to move forward. I have worked with adults and teens with various issues, including anxiety, depression and trauma.
Hurtspeaks Wellness Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
Hurtspeaks Wellness Center specializes in providing individuals with the necessary tools to begin recovery from loss, change, and trauma.
Trauma is what happens, but grief is what lingers. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just exhausted. If so, there is a high probability that your heart has been broken from some sort of loss either recently or long ago. You may have experienced the loss of a loved one, a divorce, or the break-up of a romantic or important relationship in your life. You may have developed an awareness that your life is not as happy or fulfilling as you want it to be. Regardless of the hurt you’ve experienced, you know how you feel, and it probably isn’t good. You also know you want to feel better, but you're not really sure where to start.
Hurtspeaks Wellness Center specializes in providing individuals with the necessary tools to begin recovery from loss, change, and trauma.
Trauma is what happens, but grief is what lingers. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just exhausted. If so, there is a high probability that your heart has been broken from some sort of loss either recently or long ago. You may have experienced the loss of a loved one, a divorce, or the break-up of a romantic or important relationship in your life. You may have developed an awareness that your life is not as happy or fulfilling as you want it to be. Regardless of the hurt you’ve experienced, you know how you feel, and it probably isn’t good. You also know you want to feel better, but you're not really sure where to start.
Dr. Caren Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
Dealing with unresolved trauma, struggling with life transitions, or trying to manage anger, stress, depression, and anxiety on your own can make navigating life somewhat difficult. But you don't have to navigate the journey alone. In a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment, I enjoy assisting clients with learning and discovering ways to effectively navigate difficulties in life. Specialties include: Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum, fertility, NICU journeys), EMDR ( trauma therapy), Women Issues, other concerns listed above, and supervision for LPC Associates in Texas.
Dealing with unresolved trauma, struggling with life transitions, or trying to manage anger, stress, depression, and anxiety on your own can make navigating life somewhat difficult. But you don't have to navigate the journey alone. In a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment, I enjoy assisting clients with learning and discovering ways to effectively navigate difficulties in life. Specialties include: Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum, fertility, NICU journeys), EMDR ( trauma therapy), Women Issues, other concerns listed above, and supervision for LPC Associates in Texas.
Rachel Zobeck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
I prioritize ongoing training to ensure I can provide trauma-informed and culturally competent care.
Hello there. You're probably on this page because you're dealing with something hard and are curious whether counseling could help. Or, maybe you have been to counseling before and are interested in continued support. Some of the issues I have the honor of helping clients with include depression, anxiety, grief, unresolved trauma, and relationship issues. I love getting to see clients overcome obstacles in their life throughout the counseling process. Having a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space can make it possible to bring hard and hidden things into the light. Let's work on it together. Things can get better.
I prioritize ongoing training to ensure I can provide trauma-informed and culturally competent care.
Hello there. You're probably on this page because you're dealing with something hard and are curious whether counseling could help. Or, maybe you have been to counseling before and are interested in continued support. Some of the issues I have the honor of helping clients with include depression, anxiety, grief, unresolved trauma, and relationship issues. I love getting to see clients overcome obstacles in their life throughout the counseling process. Having a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space can make it possible to bring hard and hidden things into the light. Let's work on it together. Things can get better.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I'm a dedicated LPC Associate committed to creating a safe, collaborative space for your personal growth. Specializing in grief and trauma, I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to help you navigate life's challenges.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I'm a dedicated LPC Associate committed to creating a safe, collaborative space for your personal growth. Specializing in grief and trauma, I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to help you navigate life's challenges.
Laura Alvarado-Rojas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMDR-T, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
I work with clients aged 15+ facing complex trauma, anxiety, suicidal ideation, generational trauma, complicated family dynamics, emotion regulation difficulties, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by past trauma, anxiety, or struggling with life transitions? You are not alone, and I’m here to help. As your counselor, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I integrate a Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Trauma-Focused approach, using techniques like Brainspotting (BSP) and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to support your healing journey. These methods can help process deeply rooted trauma, shift negative thought patterns, and empower you to find a sense of calm and control.
I work with clients aged 15+ facing complex trauma, anxiety, suicidal ideation, generational trauma, complicated family dynamics, emotion regulation difficulties, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by past trauma, anxiety, or struggling with life transitions? You are not alone, and I’m here to help. As your counselor, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I integrate a Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Trauma-Focused approach, using techniques like Brainspotting (BSP) and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to support your healing journey. These methods can help process deeply rooted trauma, shift negative thought patterns, and empower you to find a sense of calm and control.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.