Therapists in Porter, TX

Accepting NEW Clients in Texas: Hi there, I'm glad you found me. Things can get chaotic pretty quickly when the life we've known gets tough, or we're thrown a curveball; we can feel like we're scrambling to hang on. You've been doing your best to manage your stress, the family pressures, and the expectations, but you don't know what to do anymore. Do you feel like it's all hanging on by a thread? You have these dreams for yourself but can't do anything about it because everyone seems to want a piece of you. If this sounds like you, know your desire to live happier is possible & I'm here to help you navigate how to get there.

Thank you for visiting my page, I hope I can help you with your healing journey. I serve clients of all ages who have experienced traumatic events now or in the past, that is still affecting them today. Sometimes trauma or past experiences can get in the way of feeling happy and fulfilled. I am passionate about helping people to heal, become more resilient and self-aware. I work with ACT (Acceptance commitment therapy) and also include mindfulness and a person-centred approach in my work with clients.

There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet 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 do we do the things we do?

I view counseling as a collaboration between the therapist and the client(s) where we work together on understanding and resolving issues that are important to you. My job is to guide you in addressing your concerns and working towards achieving goals set during the therapy sessions. Empowering you to live a more satisfying and meaningful life by helping you resolve your personal conflicts and increase communication necessary for healthy relationships is part of this process. I provide a warm and supportive environment where clients feel safe to share, discuss, explore, and work through their problems in a positive manner.

You are not alone. Many things are possible even if they look impossible. Health, financial success, marriage and family restoration, parental success, career success and achieving your purpose can happen. I will walk beside you to overcome your fears and open up a joyful life pursuing your purpose.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS across the U.S. (Psypact states). Life can get stressful and hard at times, so can navigating societal, work, and family issues especially if you’re a person of color, immigrant, child of immigrants or LGBTQIA. Life transitions also require us to accept change but sometimes that may be hard and we can feel “stuck”. My priority is to help you achieve YOUR goals in a way that resonates with who you are, your beliefs, and with your values. I have extensive years of clinical, research, and assessment experience and will provide evidence-based treatment in a supportive, accepting, and collaborative relationship.

Our practice is uniquely tailored for individuals and couples dating to marry, married for 3+ years, or those needing to heal from past or current relational trauma. The couples we support usually want peace with their partner and to build a sustaining partnership. To achieve this, we address what's causing trauma and unhealthy distance in their relationship.

Hello and welcome….I congratulate you on the courageous decision to choose YOU. Let’s uncover the most inspiring and authentic version of you together. Allow me to be your guide and supporter on this journey of self-discovery and growth. In my 20 plus years as a therapist, I have been a healer of hearts and a gentle nurturer for the soul. I can help you cultivate courage, illuminate the truth and purpose of the pain you have been experiencing and help you plant seeds of empowerment.