Depression Therapists in Sugar Land, TX
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Maliha B. Khan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I help clients from diverse cultures build courage to change, manage symptoms of anxiety,
depression
, trauma, and personality disorders.
It can be scary & frustrating when you don’t feel like yourself & don’t know why you feel this. You’ve tried everything to help with your mood changes, overwhelming feelings of nervousness, guilt and not feeling good enough, but nothing seems to work. It can be scary reaching out to a therapist because you want to find someone who really connects with you. I began training in 2011 at The Weinberger Clinic and completed it at The Menninger Clinic. I believe in creating an alliance with my clients. My warm & compassionate demeanor allows me to empathize with my clients, put them at ease & help them open up.

Carol Prusinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
All of us have experienced life's difficulties. Finding a way to work through these problems and begin to understand ourselves, and grow in the process, is what counseling is about. I provide a nuturing, safe, confidential environment where you can discover yourself, and learn healthy coping strategies . I work with adults, adolescents and children who suffer from
depression
, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and other mental health diagnoses. I also work with couples, families and provide group counseling.

Rewired Mind Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC-I, BCCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is anxiety and or
depression
stealing your joy, zapping your strength, energy and causing you feelings of hopelessness and helplessness? Are you weighed down at the onset of dawn, unmotivated to get out of bed? Are you finding activities of daily living daunting, thereby, foregoing self-care? Have you lost interest in leisure, especially in those things you once had passion for? Do you often isolate yourself from people and or avoiding relationships? Have you lost the zeal to go on living? If your answer is yes to all or any of these questions, you may be needing help with anxiety,
depression
trauma, or suicidal feelings.

Emily Garza
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With emphasis on anxiety,
depression
, trauma, and boundaries.
Life can be difficult, especially when you feel alone or like no one truly understands you. That no longer has to be your truth. My name is Emily, and I am passionate about helping people like you who may be suffering from anxiety,
depression
, or transgenerational trauma. Looking for a therapist is the first step towards healing, and you’re here! Set up an appointment today!

Justin Bond
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
With a collaborative approach, I assist those struggling with anxiety,
depression
, behavioral problems, Trauma and PTSD.
Feeling anxious, defeated or empty can make change seem impossible but there is hope! I invite you to let us work together in finding peace and healing in your life. We are faced with increasing stress and challenges in our daily lives. With eight years of experience in education and work as a clinician, I understand the stress and struggles families and individuals face today. I believe that lasting healing and true change is accomplished when individuals can safely explore themselves and their relationships in a compassionate, safe and confidential setting.

Joan Marianne Cordova Lmft Lpc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, MA, Spanish, English
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am passionate about working with couples and individuals who are ready to make changes to improve their emotional well-being, their relationships, and feel more confident about themselves and where their life is going. My goals is to empower people to get through their personal struggles, overcome
depression
, anxiety, grief, trauma, and move past any life challenges to move forward in the direction they want to go. In my work with couples I focus on getting their relationship to move forward by rebuilding trust, building healthy communication, & increasing mutual love and respect.

Bridget Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, SAP
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with people with
depression
, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, grief/trauma and loss issues, relationship issues, family, parenting, co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, and stress issues.
I have over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and their families who are dealing with a variety of behavioral health, alcohol and drug abuse issues. My experience has shown me that by changing unhealthy patterns, expressing fears and concerns and taking gentle risks, it is possible to live a satisfying life regardless of what or how long your struggle. I use a combination of techniques depending on issues presented and we will work together on both short and long term goals.

Cindy Burke Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Some things you might feel: "I am suffering (anxiety/
depression
.) Why should I work with you as my therapist?" Or, perhaps, "I want to develop myself personally and improve my character." Also, "I want to establish a satisfying, long-term relationship." Or, "My child/teen has ADHD or
depression
." Additionally, I offer EMDR, DBT, and CBT for youth, and have since 2016. Many clients work with me over a number of years which speaks to the type of relationships I establish. I bring a quite presence to a safe place where you can share of yourself. Many appreciate that I am cash pay, therefore no interference from insurance providers.

Hope Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in treating adults, adolescents and children seeking to address issues such as anxiety/stress,
depression
, anger management, social skills, communication, shame and self-esteem, co-dependency, emotional abuse, women's issues, and life transitions.
Therapy is a partnership, with a common goal of client change in their lives. My focus is client-centered approach by working collaboratively to identify strengths and challenges and develop goals that support the growth of the individual and empower them to make changes. Whether you are addressing a painful problem, working through life changes, or simply wish to experience more joy and fulfillment, know that you are not alone. We all need support from time to time! My plan is that we will work together to identify your strengths, your goals, and your path forward.

Roopa Baruah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCHt
Verified
Verified
Are you experiencing physical and emotional symptoms that are unexplainable and preventing you from living a healthy, fulfilling life? If so, it may be a response to a painful experience. Adverse life experiences and how it impacts a person is unique to every person. Medical research has demonstrated for decades that survivors of accidents, disasters, and childhood trauma often endure life-long symptoms ranging from anxiety and
depression
to body syndromes, harmful behaviors, and addictions. While you can't change difficult situations of the past, you have the natural ability to recuperate from these painful experiences.

Peaceful Living Counseling & Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and Georgia. If you are looking for help to find your path to peaceful living, allow me to help you find that path. I treat persons with poor self-esteem, grief,
depression
, and anxiety issues. I provide premarital counseling and immigration evaluations (extreme hardship, VAWA, asylum). I also provide LPC supervision to LPC Associates (Texas only) seeking hours for full licensure. Other services are editing and proofreading papers, theses, and dissertations, and availability for speaking engagements.
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Gateway 2 Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Our clients are people who struggle with everything from
depression
to being Empty Nesters. Some are having marriage problems or recently got a divorce. There are those who have been caring for a love one for a long time and are overwhelmed by the responsibilities. Regardless of the struggles, each of our clients want help. They want the pain and suffering to go away.

Jennifer Bertrand
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
This strength can sometimes be overshadowed by feelings of anxiety, bouts of
depression
or even a lack of confidence.
As social beings, we thrive when we have adequate emotional support. Through a mix of Strengths-based approaches and Solution Focused techniques I aim to provide my clients with a space free of judgment and full of compassion. I love helping others improve their self-awareness, work towards acceptance and take back control of their lives. I love getting to know my clients and collaborating with them as we explore goals for treatment. This is influenced by my passion to help others discover their best selves and create their own version of happiness.

Terry J Hoisington
LPC Associate, LPC-I
Verified
Verified
The past few years have provided experiences of working with clients dealing with
depression
, anxiety, anger, Bipolar Disorder and various traumas (PTSD, emotional, sexual, parental alienation).
While it is common to feel "unraveled" when daily stressors or various traumas occur, everyone has the ability to find meaningful solutions. I believe that everyone is unique, so the solution will be different for each person. My desire is to assist clients (ages 10-90), including adolescents, adults and couples, find a balance between a healthy need for relationship and possible psychological, social or spiritual factors within a framework of personal responsibility. After teaching English and Art for 23 years, I experienced the power of expressive arts to unlock inner voices that help students/clients achieve hope and confidence.

Shannon Marie Eells
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
My goal is to provide the highest quality of care in a non-judgmental, personal, and caring manner. I specialize in Anxiety,
Depression
, Change of life issues, Self-Esteem, Relationships, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder and Substance Abuse. I am very passionate about my job and I take my clients ability to experience emotional growth and make progress toward their goals and objectives very seriously. My clients have shared with me that they find me an easy person to open up to and to give their trust.

Maggie Francis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life is challenging and continuously changing. These changes can be unexpected, unplanned and can leave one feeling stressed, worried, anxious, and
depressed
. As your therapist you are not alone, I can provide a supportive and empathetic environment. I will work together with you to guide you through a journey of self-exploration and discovery to achieve a deeper understanding about yourself. While at the same time recognizing your natural gifts and unique talents as an individual. I believe that life experiences shape who we are as individuals and that we are able to re-write our own story.

Swati Mannikar
Counselor, MS, LPC, CART, CDBT, CMIP
Verified
Verified
Taking that first step to do anything new can feel both challenging.It takes courage to want to make changes and adapt new behavior patterns. I want to acknowledge your courage in taking that first step in improving your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with Master of Science in Counseling. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also certified in Anger Resolution Management. I have been providing care to individuals and families, elderly people for 20+ years, who are dealing with
depression
, anxiety, stress management skills, relationship building and communication skills.
Catherine Huet-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Many of life circumstances lead to experiencing
depression
, anxiety, and stress.
I am confident in my skills as a therapist to help you help yourself. What I would require of you, in turn, is a willingness to search yourself and a willingness to take steps to learn to grow personally. I have worked with many issues from
depression
, relationship issues (including couples and marital therapy), anxiety issues, stress related issues, co-dependency issues, adjustment issues such as going through a divorce or recovering from a divorce (but not limited to those life events), and loss issues which may include trauma.

Helen Jimenez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am a National Board-Certified Counselor and EMDR Certified therapist with over 14 years of experience in mental health working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am also a Texas Board Certified Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. As the owner and psychotherapist of Out Stress, I help clients work through their uncomfortable situations to achieve their personal goals and growth. My approach is one to work alongside you to help you through complex trauma,
depression
, anxiety, or negative things that are impacting you.

Brenda Moreno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Life challenges can cause us to feel anxious,
depressed
, and overwhelmed. Together we will create a new path to a more balanced and peaceful lifestyle. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment where we can explore the challenges you may be facing. The goal during the counseling sessions is to self-explore and to identify healthy coping skills to help you achieve self-improvement and create healthy connections. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method Couples Counseling and I am fluent in English and Spanish.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.