Therapists for Adults in Temple, TX
I work with older children (10+), teens, adults, couples, and older adults navigating stress, emotional struggles, school pressures, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I provide a warm, supportive, and individualized approach tailed to each client’s needs. I help clients process challenges, strengthen relationships, improve emotional wellness, develop healthier patterns, and gain practical tools to navigate life with greater confidence, balance, and self-understanding.
I work with older children (10+), teens, adults, couples, and older adults navigating stress, emotional struggles, school pressures, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I provide a warm, supportive, and individualized approach tailed to each client’s needs. I help clients process challenges, strengthen relationships, improve emotional wellness, develop healthier patterns, and gain practical tools to navigate life with greater confidence, balance, and self-understanding.
I specialize in working with adults and teens who suffer from anxiety, depression, issues regulating emotions, anger, and grief/loss.
The purpose of therapy is to help you unravel what you want, identify what's holding you back, and make goals to acquire your fullest potential. Sometimes these goals are to seek deeper, more meaningful relationships with others and/or ourselves, become more accomplished in the things that matter most to us, or to manage the pain and discomfort of day-to-day life. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious/depressed, grieving, or just in need of a change, therapy might be worth pursuing!
I specialize in working with adults and teens who suffer from anxiety, depression, issues regulating emotions, anger, and grief/loss.
The purpose of therapy is to help you unravel what you want, identify what's holding you back, and make goals to acquire your fullest potential. Sometimes these goals are to seek deeper, more meaningful relationships with others and/or ourselves, become more accomplished in the things that matter most to us, or to manage the pain and discomfort of day-to-day life. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious/depressed, grieving, or just in need of a change, therapy might be worth pursuing!
It is ok not to be ok. We all find ourselves in difficult situations and therapy/counseling can help to alleviate those feelings of shame, guilt, being misunderstood, despair, and other emotions associated with those situations. I enjoy helping people grow in life, overcome adversity, and navigate difficult situations throughout their lives.
It is ok not to be ok. We all find ourselves in difficult situations and therapy/counseling can help to alleviate those feelings of shame, guilt, being misunderstood, despair, and other emotions associated with those situations. I enjoy helping people grow in life, overcome adversity, and navigate difficult situations throughout their lives.
I have worked in the mental health field for many years. I have provided individual and group therapy for mental health issues, substance use, addiction, relationship issues, feelings of low self esteem or just needing some insight to figure out your next steps. My typical clients find themselves in a time in their lives where they are needing help to feel better and are struggling to move forward.
I have worked in the mental health field for many years. I have provided individual and group therapy for mental health issues, substance use, addiction, relationship issues, feelings of low self esteem or just needing some insight to figure out your next steps. My typical clients find themselves in a time in their lives where they are needing help to feel better and are struggling to move forward.
I have extensive experience and specialize in a wide range of trauma including, combat trauma, sexual trauma, and other complex traumas. I am trained in CPT and EMDR and use DBT and CBT approaches in treatment. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and before healing can begin, establishing safety and trust is paramount. I have experience with multicultural needs and social justice issues. I counsel and treat depression, anxiety, and other mood and personality disorders. I have experience with grief processing, teaching coping skills, and setting healthy boundaries.
I have extensive experience and specialize in a wide range of trauma including, combat trauma, sexual trauma, and other complex traumas. I am trained in CPT and EMDR and use DBT and CBT approaches in treatment. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and before healing can begin, establishing safety and trust is paramount. I have experience with multicultural needs and social justice issues. I counsel and treat depression, anxiety, and other mood and personality disorders. I have experience with grief processing, teaching coping skills, and setting healthy boundaries.
With over a decade of experience, Anne specializes in helping adults and seniors navigate anxiety, depression, and grief through individual therapy.
Passionate about supporting underserved populations, Anne offers specialized care for LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and military veterans. Her experience working with incarcerated women and providing trauma-informed care highlights her deep understanding of the lasting effects of trauma.Passionate about supporting underserved populations, Anne offers specialize
With over a decade of experience, Anne specializes in helping adults and seniors navigate anxiety, depression, and grief through individual therapy.
Passionate about supporting underserved populations, Anne offers specialized care for LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and military veterans. Her experience working with incarcerated women and providing trauma-informed care highlights her deep understanding of the lasting effects of trauma.Passionate about supporting underserved populations, Anne offers specialize
You are a physician who is used to succeeding. You're used to holding yourself to high standards and pushing harder when things get difficult. But lately, meeting those expectations has left you burned out. You're exhausted, your mind won't shut off at night, and you're carrying stress that doesn't seem to let up. You want to feel in control again, but you're not sure what needs to change to get there.
You are a physician who is used to succeeding. You're used to holding yourself to high standards and pushing harder when things get difficult. But lately, meeting those expectations has left you burned out. You're exhausted, your mind won't shut off at night, and you're carrying stress that doesn't seem to let up. You want to feel in control again, but you're not sure what needs to change to get there.
I work with adults and adolescents who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship strain, and emotional burnout.
Do you need help with identifying appropriate life goals; developing effective coping skills; improving stress; alleviating depressive symptoms or embracing life. Are you impacted by domestic violence or abuse?People enter counseling for many reasons, from anxiety, stress, blended families, burn out, depression, trauma and grief. Still others are curious to discover more about themselves and want to enrich their relationships and inner lives. Whatever your circumstances, counseling can be the first step in an empowering journey of self-awareness and change.
I work with adults and adolescents who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship strain, and emotional burnout.
Do you need help with identifying appropriate life goals; developing effective coping skills; improving stress; alleviating depressive symptoms or embracing life. Are you impacted by domestic violence or abuse?People enter counseling for many reasons, from anxiety, stress, blended families, burn out, depression, trauma and grief. Still others are curious to discover more about themselves and want to enrich their relationships and inner lives. Whatever your circumstances, counseling can be the first step in an empowering journey of self-awareness and change.
My name is Dr. Cheryl Paulhus. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, coping with grief and loss, life transitions and pain management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
My name is Dr. Cheryl Paulhus. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, coping with grief and loss, life transitions and pain management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I provide Client-Centered, CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, and Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy to adults, children, adolescents, and couples.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Social Work from University of Texas in Austin. I am certified in EMDR, a powerful treatment method effective in treating PTSD and many other conditions, and anger resolution.
I provide Client-Centered, CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, and Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy to adults, children, adolescents, and couples.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Social Work from University of Texas in Austin. I am certified in EMDR, a powerful treatment method effective in treating PTSD and many other conditions, and anger resolution.
I work with adults, children, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the effects of childhood sexual abuse, and more.
Everyone has a unique story and deserves care that honors that. Once we decide to work together, we will act as true partners in your healing journey. I use evidence-based approaches that help us understand how your thoughts, feelings, and body are connected, and we will work together to build practical tools that fit your needs.
I work with adults, children, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the effects of childhood sexual abuse, and more.
Everyone has a unique story and deserves care that honors that. Once we decide to work together, we will act as true partners in your healing journey. I use evidence-based approaches that help us understand how your thoughts, feelings, and body are connected, and we will work together to build practical tools that fit your needs.
For more than 15 years, I've worked with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and co-occurring mental health concerns in outpatient, community mental health, and crisis settings.
Are you exhausted from overthinking everything? Maybe you're carrying trauma that still affects your relationships, struggling with anxiety that won't let you relax, or finding yourself turning to alcohol or other substances just to make it through the day. You may look like you're holding it together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed inside. Therapy can help you regain a sense of control and begin feeling like yourself again.
For more than 15 years, I've worked with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and co-occurring mental health concerns in outpatient, community mental health, and crisis settings.
Are you exhausted from overthinking everything? Maybe you're carrying trauma that still affects your relationships, struggling with anxiety that won't let you relax, or finding yourself turning to alcohol or other substances just to make it through the day. You may look like you're holding it together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed inside. Therapy can help you regain a sense of control and begin feeling like yourself again.
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
Lex Reed is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor in Texas with more than 33 years and 10,000 hours of experience in pastoral counseling and marriage and family therapy. Lex received his Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas A&M University-Central Texas. He also holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Erskine Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. Lex has also served as an executive director of a global mission organization.
Lex Reed is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor in Texas with more than 33 years and 10,000 hours of experience in pastoral counseling and marriage and family therapy. Lex received his Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas A&M University-Central Texas. He also holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Erskine Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. Lex has also served as an executive director of a global mission organization.
People often come to me feeling stuck, repeating the same patterns and expecting different results, but with no idea of how to make the changes they want. Maybe it is a significant life event or life changing news or even feeling tired of the same, people are seeking help to handle what they are going through and understand what is next. With an approach that each person is the expert on their experience, work with me begins with collaboratively navigating how to overcome the struggle that is being faced. As the therapist, I work alongside people to help build their strength and achieve the healing they desire.
People often come to me feeling stuck, repeating the same patterns and expecting different results, but with no idea of how to make the changes they want. Maybe it is a significant life event or life changing news or even feeling tired of the same, people are seeking help to handle what they are going through and understand what is next. With an approach that each person is the expert on their experience, work with me begins with collaboratively navigating how to overcome the struggle that is being faced. As the therapist, I work alongside people to help build their strength and achieve the healing they desire.
I work with adolescents and adults facing trauma, addiction, self harming behaviors, family conflict, relationship issues, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, addiction, self harming behaviors, anxiety, or challenges in your relationships? Maybe you are struggling to move forward after a painful experience, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or carrying emotional burdens that seem impossible to put down. You may feel exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own while wondering if things can get better. Therapy can help you understand what is keeping you stuck, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful change so you can move through life with greater confidence, stability, and hope.
I work with adolescents and adults facing trauma, addiction, self harming behaviors, family conflict, relationship issues, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, addiction, self harming behaviors, anxiety, or challenges in your relationships? Maybe you are struggling to move forward after a painful experience, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or carrying emotional burdens that seem impossible to put down. You may feel exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own while wondering if things can get better. Therapy can help you understand what is keeping you stuck, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful change so you can move through life with greater confidence, stability, and hope.
Choosing counseling is the first step in your journey to healing. I work with adolescents, women, and men who struggle with a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem, Communication Issues, Grief, Parenting, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Situational Stressors. I believe counseling is a safe and judgment-free space that allows for awareness and healing to be cultivated.
Choosing counseling is the first step in your journey to healing. I work with adolescents, women, and men who struggle with a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem, Communication Issues, Grief, Parenting, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Situational Stressors. I believe counseling is a safe and judgment-free space that allows for awareness and healing to be cultivated.
I work with all walks of life ranging from kids to adults using a Client Centered approach in providing services tailored to the individual and their specific needs and goals.
I use techniques such as, but not limited to, CBT, TBRI, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, working collaboratively with clients through the process. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings where I was able to gain knowledge and expand my expertise on different diagnoses and treatments to better serve my clients.
I work with all walks of life ranging from kids to adults using a Client Centered approach in providing services tailored to the individual and their specific needs and goals.
I use techniques such as, but not limited to, CBT, TBRI, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, working collaboratively with clients through the process. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings where I was able to gain knowledge and expand my expertise on different diagnoses and treatments to better serve my clients.
Jason Duckworth, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, and Certified Trauma Counselor who works with adults and military veterans struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, and anger.
I have served as a therapist for 27 years, and I have over 21,000 hours of experience with clients. I have a passion for helping couples to not just build surviving marriages, but to grow thriving marriages. Through working on growing from my own trauma, I have learned to walk with other individuals and couples as they deal with their own trauma and pain.
Jason Duckworth, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, and Certified Trauma Counselor who works with adults and military veterans struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, and anger.
I have served as a therapist for 27 years, and I have over 21,000 hours of experience with clients. I have a passion for helping couples to not just build surviving marriages, but to grow thriving marriages. Through working on growing from my own trauma, I have learned to walk with other individuals and couples as they deal with their own trauma and pain.
Compassionate and dedicated LCSW with over 15 years of experience specializing in depression and anxiety symptoms specifically with military and first responder trauma as well as maternal mental health. I am committed to supporting our military through post deployment, reintegration, and livelihood stressors. I support and empower women who have the potential of child birthing deciding if motherhood is the best decision for them, through the fertility process, pregnancy, as well as post partum. My goal is the clients holistic wellbeing.
Compassionate and dedicated LCSW with over 15 years of experience specializing in depression and anxiety symptoms specifically with military and first responder trauma as well as maternal mental health. I am committed to supporting our military through post deployment, reintegration, and livelihood stressors. I support and empower women who have the potential of child birthing deciding if motherhood is the best decision for them, through the fertility process, pregnancy, as well as post partum. My goal is the clients holistic wellbeing.
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Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.