Therapists in Tyler, TX

Each individual has a unique story, co-authored with God, giving purpose and meaning to their time on earth. Life's many joys, trials, and challenges present opportunities for new chapters to unfold. I believe in the healing power of storytelling within the counseling relationship, and use a holistic, EFT-focused approach to therapy. It is of utmost importance to me that my clients have a safe, empathetic, and caring environment in which to process the many components of their unique life stories.

Not sure where to go or what to do, but something needs to change? Your child comes home with misconduct reports from school and nothing you try is helping. Your teen is struggling with peers, depression or anxiety and you want to know how to help. Maybe you are not a parent and life’s challenges have become overwhelming and difficult to face. Stop and take a deep breath. Life isn’t easy and the challenges can be difficult to navigate. Parents become overwhelmed and frustrated when they feel like they cannot help their children cope. Children can struggle socially and emotionally and as parents we don’t always have the answers.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients ranging in age from 13 to 65+. I find great joy in helping individuals discover a deeper love and understanding of themselves while also learning how to better cope with the often chaotic tendencies of life. Utilizing a holistic approach, I offer clients the space to explore their inner strengths through mindfulness, play, art, developmentally based theories and other evidence-based practices.

Life can be difficult—full of struggles, challenges, changes, and the unexpected. We keep these events in our minds, whether at the front to consciously influence all of our decisions, or packed away in a box in a corner, to be dealt with ‘in the future’. When your box begins to overflow or you realize that it is time to open it, I’m here to help you unpack, sort, and re-pack the box. My goal is to help you regain control of the box, so that the box no longer controls you.

When working with clients, I join them in their journey, walking alongside for the time we are working together. I believe the human person is made good, made for relationship, and that fullness of life is found in being able to be a gift to another. I believe life can be hard sometimes, and this can hinder our ability to have what we hope for in relationships. In therapy, I work with clients to resolve the concerns that prevent them from achieving the goals they have for their lives; with a focus on the healing of past experiences of trauma. I consider it an honor and privilege to serve my clients.

I'm a trauma trained Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people live happier and healthier lives. As a mother of three young and very active children and counselor of 14 years, I appreciate the demands and stressors life can bring, as well as the toll it can take on mental health. My journey as a counselor has brought me a range of experience working with trauma victims in a clinical setting as well as working with children, teens, and families in the school setting. I typically utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, but pull from other approaches to best meet my clients' needs.

Do you identify as a 'people pleaser?' Do you have a career that requires your ‘mind over matter’ skills to put your own needs aside to help others? Maybe you can usually ‘keep it all together’ but when you unravel it feels like you’re losing control. Seeking answers can be challenging; after all, you’re the helper not the one that needs help, right? The truth is you are worthy of care as well, and I am so proud you are here and I am honored by your curiosity.

We all desire to belong, feel loved, and to know purpose. We long to feel accepted and valued. But sometimes, the way we hold our experiences can lead us to hold onto fears and limiting beliefs about ourselves. Our inner self-talk can lead us to believe lies about ourselves and the world around us. This internal dysfunction can manifest itself in anxiety, depression, anger issues, addictions, and struggles in relationships and our work life. We have over 17 years of education, training, and a lifetime of our own struggles and victories. Let us journey alongside you towards a more fulfilling life of purpose, love, joy, and peace.

My hope in therapy is that I might help you find a position of personal power, where you begin to face and conquer anxieties that may have kept you from fully enjoying life. There is so much beauty in human resiliency, and it is this attribute that makes it unnecessary for us to continue to dwell in past trauma, and gives us permission to find happiness. It is my belief that you were born to find a state of true, lasting happiness, and that you are not only capable, but deserving of this, because you are human.

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to dismiss the importance of mental health. It’s easy to think of all the reasons not to make yourself a priority. Trying to do all the things without investing in yourself, takes a toll on your body and your mind. If you find yourself tired, numb, irritable, anxious, lacking motivation, or burned out, therapy can be a great place to start. What if you tried investing in yourself for a change?

Often times we find ourselves going through the motions in life and not feeling "alive". We can't seem to pinpoint what it is that’s creating that disconnect, but we know we want to feel better. I'd love to help you with a guided self-discovery, an understanding of exactly what those obstacles are, and how to move past them to help you live the life you've imagined!

My desire is for my clients to know they have someone in their corner when they come for their session - someone who will listen, advocate, and encourage them in the areas they are seeking growth. When counseling, I seek to provide an understanding and compassionate heart for my clients who have courageously taken a step towards change. I greatly enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety and depression, as well as those who are survivors of abuse. I consider it a great joy and privilege knowing I can play a small role in a client having a breakthrough moment.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, broken, or just at a loss as to what to do to improve your circumstances, I can help. We will work together to help you process through and heal from the difficulties that life inevitably throws at us. I specialize in helping clients learn how to better understand the hard things that happen in their lives (i.e. difficult relationships, divorce, loss, trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety), how to recover from them, and move forward in a healthy and productive way.

It is an act of bravery to engage in the therapeutic journey. To sit with your worries, fears, and troubling memories can be challenging, but here’s the reality: therapy is a tool that helps with a range of issues, from anxiety to sleep, to relationships, to trauma. Acting on your bravery and starting the therapeutic journey will have an intense impact on your personal growth, healing, and well-being. You are giving yourself the ultimate gifts of self-love, self-compassion, and self-acceptance. Your whole self is welcome in our work together. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to foster personal empowerment.

My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I will be there for you through out your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

We specialize with clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Grief and Relationship Concerns. We are here to give you the tools you need to make your life better and create a beautiful future. Virtual sessions across the state of Texas (Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, East Texas, Lubbock, Midland / Odessa...)

Therapy is hard work. Going to therapy for the first time or the hundredth time can be scary. Finding a therapist who fits with your needs and desires is crucial to a healthy and successful therapeutic experience. As an approachable, person-centered therapist, I support my clients in working on goals that YOU design. Through an integrative and holistic approach, my style is to guide you in navigating the roads of life challenges, mood concerns, medical conditions, relationships, severe mental illness, and other life issues.

We live in a world with set ideals and standards that weigh heavily on us pressing insurmountable expectations that we simply cannot meet. We also live with our own selves and our own minds putting the same demanding and unforgiving pressure on us. So, how might we break free into weightless grace? A jumping off point is beginning with “a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart" (Psalm 51:17). Our brokenness may range from depression, anxiety, grief, bitterness, addictions, shame, mental and emotional anguish and instability and are brought on by different variables such as trauma and attempting to shoulder this weight alone.

Every person struggles with life challenges and sometimes need help and guidance. I believe that every person has the ability to become empowered by uncovering their inner strength and wisdom. It's my passion to guide clients towards becoming their own best advocate to make positive changes required to achieve your goals and desires. With compassion and understanding I help people conceptualize their lifelong experiences into creating their best selves. Through my insightful practice of self-exploration, I guide clients into gaining insight into the strengths that have resulted from their life challenges and traumatic experiences