Therapists in The Woodlands, TX

I am a white, genderqueer therapist who works with LGBTQIA+ teens and adults of various relationship styles, ethnicities, and spiritual backgrounds. I specialize in navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, relational conflict, sexual identity, and gender identity. My approach is trauma-informed, consent-based, and incorporates a social-justice framework. Additionally, I offer free consultations and letters for gender-affirming care.

At Vital Growth Counseling & Wellness, we offer individual counseling to help you learn how to take control of your life and respond to challenging situations with healthy coping skills. We may help you cope with major life changes, stress due to work, grief, chronic illness, and trauma from physical or sexual abuse. We also offer couples therapy as healthy relationships take intentional awareness and initiative, it's easy to slip into a roommate role and neglect the romance we once had.

Change is scary, but so is staying the same. Pursuing therapy can be intimidating, but it is courageous work, so I am glad that you are here! I provide individual therapy to young adults and adults. I have experience in working with concerns related to anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, depression, racial identity and cultural concerns, LGBTQIA+, body image and self-esteem, eating concerns, life transitions and career concerns. My focus as a therapist is to provide you with unconditional support, validate your experiences and feelings, and challenge you to grow to achieve the desired change you seek.

Life is a winding road full of many twists and turns that can feel overwhelming and can be chaotic at times. Sometimes, individuals need help making sense of the chaos and learning how to cope with it. I believe that each individual is the expert for their own life and has the ability to solve their concerns when someone walks alongside them and asks the right questions. I desire to help individuals navigate the many issues that can arise in life including struggles with life transitions and other concerns (divorce, moving, job loss, struggles with work/life balance, family conflict, boundary setting, etc.).

Founder of Family & Youth Institute, I am a licensed professional counselor and counselor intern supervisor. I also hold a doctorate in educational leadership and am a certified school counselor. Dedicated to helping people live the best life possible, I believe individuals/families can resolve their own problems, make healthy choices, and build a good life with the appropriate tools and skills. My mission is to provide those tools and skills through an eclectic counseling approach, utilizing psycho-education, individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, and systems theory. offer educational consulting to help navigate 504 and Special Education placement.

If you are on the fence about starting therapy, we completely understand, and that is why we are committed to providing a positive and comfortable experience here. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, your child, or your family, coming in to start therapy can be a vulnerable experience. Therefore, therapy always goes at your pace, and we value interactive feedback while setting goals and coming up with a plan. Every single person, child, couple and family is unique; therefore, we design a custom treatment plan based on your unique needs and desires.

I specialize in helping teens and young adults (ages 13-25) with concerns related to trauma, anxiety, and stress. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, non-judgmental space where we can process your past experiences, help you cope in the present, and prepare you for a bright future. I am affirming of all identities and especially enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent populations.

As an experienced and empathetic therapist, I specialize in working with people seeking individual or couple's counseling. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns. Whether you're navigating personal growth, stress management, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I'll tailor our sessions to your unique needs and goals. With a collaborative and solution-focused approach, I'll support you in developing self-awareness, enhancing communication and intimacy, and cultivating the fulfilling life you desire. Let's embark on this journey together.

My strongest belief as a therapist is that there must be a connection between therapist and client, one of trust and respect. Not all therapists are a right fit for you, you have to find the therapist you connect with. I have worked with individuals and their families to gain skills for coping with and managing issues surrounding depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and behavioral struggles along with relational and personal issues. I have worked with adolescents in hospital outpatient settings as well as private practice. I have experience working with children, adult individuals, couples, and families.

We all struggle with the ups and downs of life. My passion is working with children (ages 3 and older) and families to promote healthy and happy individuals and relationships. I hope to help my clients enhance their own individual strengths, better their relationships with others, and enjoy the most out of everyday interactions and experiences. Solution Focused and Attachment-Based therapy are the primary approaches I utilize in treating clients. As human beings, I believe we are wired to connect with others and that individual change and healing influences relational change and healing.

Are you ready to end the toxic communication in your relationship? Are you ready to heal from the past hurts that have kept your relationship at a standstill? Not feeling heard or understood by your partner? Are you feeling stuck due to the constant back and forth about what was said, how it was said, and/or how your feelings are valid? We are ready to help your relationship get unstuck and start communicating your feelings effectively.

I provide community based and Telehealth services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities as well as other diagnoses like AD/HD, depression, anxiety, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. I offer testing to look at diagnosis, treatment or school services, as well as for obtaining citizenship/immigration purposes, veterans benefits, guardianship, and other court purposes. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide consultation to organizations and give presentations on many topics. I offer counseling and behavioral services and conduct groups, including a PEERS social skills group.

Overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, or stuck? Anxiety, stress, conflict in relationships, physical pain, and trauma can leave us feeling powerless. Oftentimes, you may feel confused, depressed, anxious, scattered, disconnected, unsafe, or hyper-focused. Are you searching for joy in your life, work-life balance, less stress, healthy relationships, and feeling comfortable in your skin or environment? As your therapist, I support you in discovering, unlocking, and utilizing your strengths to maximize your full potential. You can achieve resilience, post-traumatic growth, hope, peace, joy, happiness, and tranquility in your life!

Jacqueline Nelson is a caring and passionate Ph.D, MA, LPC-S with over 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, ADHD, coping skills, divorce, family conflict, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, grief, infidelity, difficult life transitions, OCD, parenting, racial identity, and more. Jacqueline graduated from Liberty University with her Master’s degree in Professional Christian Counseling.

Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor. As a native Tennesean, she earned both her Bachelor’s of Psychology and Master’s of Community Counseling from the University of Tennessee. Her professor once said, “Play is a child’s most natural language.” That phrase, along with her love of the children, solidified Ashley’s career path. A job opportunity called her to Texas where she fell in love with breakfast tacos, blue bonnets and wide open spaces. She worked at an inpatient psychiatric hospital that exposed her to a variety of clinical diagnoses in the child and adolescent population.

Have you ever felt sad, anxious, stuck, or just needing a new perspective? It can be scary to reach out asking for help; however, it actually shows how strong you are, because you will not have to go through it alone. I focus on the strength you have for the challenges you are facing. I feel it's important to work through the struggles that can create intense feelings, so that there can be a sense of hope and a light at the end of the tunnel. I look forward to helping you through the whatever challenges you are presently facing and joining you on your journey.

Dr. Wines fundamentally believes people have the capacity to resolve their own problems with awareness and a willingness to change. Her assistance may unlock these abilities, while monitoring and evaluating the process. In relationships, the answers to questions are found by looking at trends and outcomes, along with self-acceptance and a commitment to authentic living. Having a well-balanced life means nurturing oneself and recognizing our existence is made more meaningful when we serve others! Ultimately, true evaluation of the past and present experiences can affect our interpretation of such, which affects how we feel and behave!

Therapy is often sought when there is a discrepancy between where you see yourself currently in life and where you would like to be. I will work collaboratively with you to develop a unique treatment plan that will help close this gap and create balance and wellness in your life. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment in which clients can explore challenges and struggles and begin to make positive changes. A strong therapeutic relationship, I believe, helps individuals recognize the unique strengths they possess and take an active role in the transformation process.

Life's journey brings on many bumps along the way. Are you, or members of family facing some challenges that you are unsure about how to resolve? Do you wish things were different? I enjoy working with older teenagers, young adults, families, and women who are struggling in their present circumstances. I provide an open, self- accepting environment of non-judgment when working with all my clients. I would love to work with you to find relief and improvement in your life.