Therapists in Trinity County, TX

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla is an advanced practitioner with a Doctorate degree from the University of Southern California.

First time in therapy? I'd be happy to walk with you on your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate interested in safety, genuine connections, and supporting others. My goal is to create a sense of awareness and acceptance throughout this process. I look at the client as a whole and establish goals that fit into your life. I encourage healthy communication patterns, facilitate a safe space for processing, and guide you toward meaning and purpose.

At KDCC, we understand that past pain can cast a long shadow over your life, affecting your relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Our team of dedicated therapists is committed to providing a safe and supportive space where you can heal from the wounds of your past and rediscover your inner strength. We believe in meeting you where you are with empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. We are committed to walking alongside you every step of the way, providing unwavering support, encouragement, and guidance as you navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing, hope, and transformation.

Recognizing you need help is the first step towards healing. Asking for help is the next step that takes courage, strength and vulnerability. I welcome you to opening the door and stepping through the threshold of change and new insight. Together we will uncover long-standing behavior patterns or negative thinking that may be preventing you from experiencing a more satisfying life. I work from a holistic perspective with adults, individuals and couples, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Panic, Depression, Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Grief, BiPolar, ADHD, Life-Purpose, Codependency, Business Entrepreneurial Counseling and Creative Population.

**** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME ***** ...................... .................. ........................ ...................... ...... Specializing in developmental disturbances, PTSD, and complex trauma including associated symptoms of stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessions, compulsions, anger, fear, depersonalization, derealization, addictions, self-harm, relational behaviors, mood, personality, thought, and dissociative disorders, I am passionate about helping clients improve their mental health.

Overwhelmed. Stuck. Ashamed. Hopeless. No matter how long you might have felt this way, or how hopeless things may seem, there is a way out. You can break the cycle. Together we will develop goals based on your priorities and needs, and create a personalized plan to guide your journey out of the dark and into the light. While the hardest work of change will always be your own, I bring years of experience and training to the process and will choose interventions that will help you achieve your goals in the quickest way possible.

What was once bad memories, that you were able to suppress, have now become intrusive in your daily life. Each day feels like you're more stressed out than the day before. You find yourself easily irritable, & it's difficult to be around your loved ones. The nightmares and sleepless nights are happening more often & no one seems to understand your past. When you do get to sleep, waking up to the ringing in the ears is so unpleasant. The panic attacks feel like you are taking your last breaths. Therapy seems daunting, because the very last thing you want to do is re-live any of it, but you would give anything to feel internal peace.

Are you looking for an authentic connection with a therapist and appreciate an open, supportive dialogue? Are you searching for a therapist who will give feedback and explore with you rather than only offering a listening ear? Do you feel stuck, struggling to get through even one more day? Have you had trouble in the past connecting with therapists? If any of this sounds like you, then you are in the right place.

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.

Becoming a parent often brings up a wide range of emotions. Sometimes it is the long awaited reward after struggling with infertility, or bearing the grief of miscarriage and loss. Sometimes it is the excitement of adding to a growing family. Sometimes it is the fear of reliving physical, emotional, or mental pain and hardship. Sometimes it is grappling with the societal and cultural expectations of parenting. The experiences that arise for parents during conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting deserve a space for specialized care and attention. This specialized care is what I offer in support of your goals.

In my work, I want to understand your brain functioning, as well as how information flows. Perhaps your brain is functioning well but processing the information that comes in is a struggle. Or perhaps you have a peak performing brain in terms of how information is processed, but it is not functioning to its peak level. As a client, you have been to countless doctors, and therapists, as well as other types of treatment. And yet you STILL can't seem to get stabilized or feel like your life is on track. Medications might work a little - but really don’t seem to solve the struggle. and you just want to feel normal and feel GOOD!

For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been one of the most recognized and respected names in chronic pain, addiction, and pain recovery. He is often a contributing mental health expert for local and national news networks, NBC LX and ABC13 Houston. With his broad educational background and extensive experience in evaluating and treating mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring addiction, he is recognized as an expert. He developed mental health, pain, and addiction recovery programs for some of the country’s best-known healthcare and addiction treatment centers.

Welcome! I am a compassionate and experienced therapist who is passionate about helping people overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary, and I have over 10+ years of experience working in various clinical settings, including community mental health centers, hospitals, churches, inpatient facilities, addiction facilities, and private practices. My approach to therapy is integrative and holistic, combining evidence-based practices with a Christian worldview.

Struggling with life changes, identity loss, or self-esteem? Overwhelmed by anxiety, negative, and intrusive thoughts? Want to fully embrace yourself and life without regrets? As a Certified Mindfulness Informed Clinician and EMDR trained therapist, I specialize in helping a wide demographic range—from older teens to seniors, and including those with disabilities.

Life presents many circumstances that can be difficult for any person to navigate on their own. We aren’t born with the emotional regulation skills or coping skills needed to deal with the complexities of this fast-paced, high-pressure society. Some days we may be consumed with negative thoughts that hinder us from being who we want to be. Some days we are flooded with big emotions that are hard to control and seem to overpower us. Some days we experience worries that seem so big that it's hard for us to function.

I am dedicated to supporting all members of the Houston community on their journey towards recovery. While I am here for everyone, I have a particular focus and prior experience in assisting professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, high-net-worth individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I understand the unique challenges faced by those dealing with substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Attachment Injury, and Trauma. Many feel trapped or overwhelmed, having attempted to manage their struggles independently. Let's navigate this journey together, working towards lasting recovery and holistic well-being.

Throughout the course of my career thus far I have had the pleasure of working with individuals across the life span. What this means is that I see children all the way through adulthood. I have assisted children and adults who are struggling with ailments such as anxiety, self esteem, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, identity, relational stress, behavioral problems, and trauma. I utilize CBT, DBT, and ACT with my adult clients and integrative play therapy with my child clients. I love working with clients who are open to change and willing to take the steps needed to reach their goals.

Accepting NEW clients. Are you worried that you will never feel better? You want more, but are unsure how to get there. You deserve better! Life is too short to live trapped in anxiety/depression, unhealthy relational patterns, overwhelming fear, & trauma wounds from the past. I help you to identify the root cause and be free from those burdens that bog you down to live the life you want, discover peace, find joy & live better. I am here to walk with you each step of the way as together we navigate the path forward. When you take that brave step to reach out, I'll contact you back. EMDR, IFS & IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback.

So often we live our lives "stuck." Stuck in the same patterns of thinking, the same unhealthy habits, the same problems in our relationships. Our best efforts may not be enough to free us. Other times, our lives are disrupted by unexpected difficulties, like loss, trauma, or infidelity. The process of counseling can be both challenging and life-changing, and is frequently a means which provides refuge, freedom, and restoration in relationship. Whatever your present difficulties, we are dedicated to partnering with you by offering a genuine, caring relationship, quality interventions, and an unwavering hope for healing.