Parenting Therapists in Universal City, TX

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Julie Gowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Looking to connect mind, body, and spirit in your personal life and relationships? Then you've come to the right place. My ideal client is one who is ready to make positive changes in his/her life and will work collaboratively to achieve stated goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Areas of interest include play therapy, adolescent therapy and premarital counseling.
Looking to connect mind, body, and spirit in your personal life and relationships? Then you've come to the right place. My ideal client is one who is ready to make positive changes in his/her life and will work collaboratively to achieve stated goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Areas of interest include play therapy, adolescent therapy and premarital counseling.
(210) 853-0322 View (210) 853-0322
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Prestige Guidance Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you a spiritual being in need of maintenance? I guide individuals, families, and teens struggling with this human experience. I understand the weight of feeling disconnected or silenced. Do you want to find joy underneath the exhaustion, reconnect with your core self, and embrace an abundant life? As a mobile and virtual Licensed Professional Counselor, I bring healing directly to your safe space. My passion is rooted in the purpose I found through my own pain; which I feel connects me to your experience and is used to uplift and motivate you to find your own voice and walk the path of enlightenment.
Are you a spiritual being in need of maintenance? I guide individuals, families, and teens struggling with this human experience. I understand the weight of feeling disconnected or silenced. Do you want to find joy underneath the exhaustion, reconnect with your core self, and embrace an abundant life? As a mobile and virtual Licensed Professional Counselor, I bring healing directly to your safe space. My passion is rooted in the purpose I found through my own pain; which I feel connects me to your experience and is used to uplift and motivate you to find your own voice and walk the path of enlightenment.
(512) 412-3685 View (512) 412-3685
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Faye Acocks Hallford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Does your child or teen have problems getting along with others?Are you feeling overwhelmed with the demands of your daily life? Are you needing support to deal with all this stress? I can help. I have worked with children as young as 3 y.o. and adults in their 70's and all ages in-between to help them learn to enjoy life more.
Does your child or teen have problems getting along with others?Are you feeling overwhelmed with the demands of your daily life? Are you needing support to deal with all this stress? I can help. I have worked with children as young as 3 y.o. and adults in their 70's and all ages in-between to help them learn to enjoy life more.
(210) 865-0833 View (210) 865-0833
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Rebekah Ayala
LPC-Associate, NCC
Universal City, TX 78148
I also work closely with parents to support behavior challenges, emotional regulation, and family dynamics.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately—you’re not alone. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and past experiences that still feel heavy. My approach is supportive, down-to-earth, and focused on helping you feel better in real, practical ways. Together, we’ll build tools to manage emotions, improve confidence, and create lasting change—without judgment.
I also work closely with parents to support behavior challenges, emotional regulation, and family dynamics.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately—you’re not alone. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and past experiences that still feel heavy. My approach is supportive, down-to-earth, and focused on helping you feel better in real, practical ways. Together, we’ll build tools to manage emotions, improve confidence, and create lasting change—without judgment.
(210) 361-8846 View (210) 361-8846
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Alicia Branch-McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, M Ed
Universal City, TX 78148
Hey, I’m Alicia! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor here in the Universal City area. I work with couples, individuals, and ages 13 and up. My style? Straight to the point, but with compassion. I’m big on getting to the roots of what’s really going on, and I love weaving in somatic healing for those who want to explore it. I’m here to help you do the deep work, so come grab a seat and let’s get to it. You also have the option to do a Drop-In session which is limited sessions with quick solution focused therapy.
Hey, I’m Alicia! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor here in the Universal City area. I work with couples, individuals, and ages 13 and up. My style? Straight to the point, but with compassion. I’m big on getting to the roots of what’s really going on, and I love weaving in somatic healing for those who want to explore it. I’m here to help you do the deep work, so come grab a seat and let’s get to it. You also have the option to do a Drop-In session which is limited sessions with quick solution focused therapy.
(830) 285-5248 View (830) 285-5248
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Victoria Nunez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, I have provided counseling services to a diverse range of individuals, including collegiate athletes, Veterans, children, adolescents, and adults. My dedication to this work is deeply personal—I draw not only from professional training and evidence-based practices, but also from lived experiences that allow me to genuinely understand many of the challenges my clients face.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, I have provided counseling services to a diverse range of individuals, including collegiate athletes, Veterans, children, adolescents, and adults. My dedication to this work is deeply personal—I draw not only from professional training and evidence-based practices, but also from lived experiences that allow me to genuinely understand many of the challenges my clients face.
(830) 283-4938 View (830) 283-4938
Alba Wellness, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Universal City, TX 78148
At Alba Wellness we are devoted to creating a warm, accepting atmosphere where clients can address important issues and move toward valuable change and growth. We believe that this should be a collaborative process in which clients are provided the tools to meet their therapeutic goals. Our staff is experienced in providing the support needed to address a broad range of subjects.
At Alba Wellness we are devoted to creating a warm, accepting atmosphere where clients can address important issues and move toward valuable change and growth. We believe that this should be a collaborative process in which clients are provided the tools to meet their therapeutic goals. Our staff is experienced in providing the support needed to address a broad range of subjects.
(210) 978-0241 View (210) 978-0241
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Leveled Up Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NBCC, CFRC, LPC
Universal City, TX 78148
When hope is seemingly lost; your cup is empty, and life just isn't making sense, you've got to make a change. Something has to give. Maybe you don't know where to start or how to continue, but you do know that you need to. If you want more for yourself and a chance at brighter days ahead, this is the place for you. No matter how big or small all the problems seem, hope is not lost.
When hope is seemingly lost; your cup is empty, and life just isn't making sense, you've got to make a change. Something has to give. Maybe you don't know where to start or how to continue, but you do know that you need to. If you want more for yourself and a chance at brighter days ahead, this is the place for you. No matter how big or small all the problems seem, hope is not lost.
(830) 476-0815 View (830) 476-0815
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Trish Leaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCTP II
Online Only
Sometimes life throws us curve balls and with those hiccups in life come struggles in which we all need help. I believe that it is in those moments when turning to others is key to helping one heal and move forward with their lives. I see strength in seeking counseling for oneself, because that takes courage on your part to step outside of your box and seek help. Establishing a therapeutic relationship that leads to the development of trust is important for growth and healing of a client. It takes courage to take that first step towards counseling, I hope to be able to walk this step with you.
Sometimes life throws us curve balls and with those hiccups in life come struggles in which we all need help. I believe that it is in those moments when turning to others is key to helping one heal and move forward with their lives. I see strength in seeking counseling for oneself, because that takes courage on your part to step outside of your box and seek help. Establishing a therapeutic relationship that leads to the development of trust is important for growth and healing of a client. It takes courage to take that first step towards counseling, I hope to be able to walk this step with you.
(210) 361-1728 View (210) 361-1728
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carla cage counseling services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Universal City, TX 78148
Experience freedom from everyday challenges, stress, anxiety, and depression. We'll work together to restore balance and help you live your best life. Positive changes can reverberate through you, into your family, workplace, and community. Collaboratively, we will work through negative thoughts using a variety of therapy modalities. We will work together to rehabilitate actions and feelings to bring about positive change in a welcoming and confidential environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in behavior issues, depression, anger and stress management, individual, marriage and family counseling
Experience freedom from everyday challenges, stress, anxiety, and depression. We'll work together to restore balance and help you live your best life. Positive changes can reverberate through you, into your family, workplace, and community. Collaboratively, we will work through negative thoughts using a variety of therapy modalities. We will work together to rehabilitate actions and feelings to bring about positive change in a welcoming and confidential environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in behavior issues, depression, anger and stress management, individual, marriage and family counseling
(210) 899-7090 View (210) 899-7090
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Bettsie Elyn Specia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a genuine listener who engages others by getting to know them, while exploring needs and goals. I believe that problem-solving begins with discovery of our inner strengths which can be used to foster healing and growth. As one begins to identify these resources and learns to use them, she/he is empowered to make changes and gain understanding about self and others previously thought impossible. While work in therapy can be difficult at times, it does not always have to be "serious business". Many people do not know how to have fun and learning this skill is always healing.
I am a genuine listener who engages others by getting to know them, while exploring needs and goals. I believe that problem-solving begins with discovery of our inner strengths which can be used to foster healing and growth. As one begins to identify these resources and learns to use them, she/he is empowered to make changes and gain understanding about self and others previously thought impossible. While work in therapy can be difficult at times, it does not always have to be "serious business". Many people do not know how to have fun and learning this skill is always healing.
(210) 255-2069 View (210) 255-2069
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Syrita Braswell-O'neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I’m a therapist who supports adults who carry a lot—people who often feel like the steady one for everyone else while quietly feeling overwhelmed or disconnected inside. I show up in therapy with warmth, grounding, and a calm presence, and I want this space to feel like somewhere you can finally slow down, breathe, and be fully yourself. As a queer therapist, a military spouse, and a former minister, I understand what it’s like to navigate identity, belonging, faith transitions, and the pressure to stay strong during major life changes.
I’m a therapist who supports adults who carry a lot—people who often feel like the steady one for everyone else while quietly feeling overwhelmed or disconnected inside. I show up in therapy with warmth, grounding, and a calm presence, and I want this space to feel like somewhere you can finally slow down, breathe, and be fully yourself. As a queer therapist, a military spouse, and a former minister, I understand what it’s like to navigate identity, belonging, faith transitions, and the pressure to stay strong during major life changes.
(830) 283-6232 View (830) 283-6232
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Shaina Newsome
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may know exactly why you do what you do, yet still feel stuck. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences. Many of my clients are overthinkers, people-pleasers, or emotionally exhausted from carrying too much for too long. Together, we'll identify the patterns keeping you stuck, understand where they came from, and build practical ways to respond differently so you can feel more connected, confident, and grounded.
You may know exactly why you do what you do, yet still feel stuck. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences. Many of my clients are overthinkers, people-pleasers, or emotionally exhausted from carrying too much for too long. Together, we'll identify the patterns keeping you stuck, understand where they came from, and build practical ways to respond differently so you can feel more connected, confident, and grounded.
(830) 999-2880 View (830) 999-2880
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Mary Moore LCSW L.Ac.- Acupuncture and Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Serves Area
Aberrations in the human condition can be very complex with roots that extend throughout the bio-psycho-social context. It often takes more than one treatment modality. I approach each client with an open mind to discover what will work in each client as I see them. Each client is given resources for self-discovery, self-healing, and self-empowerment.
Aberrations in the human condition can be very complex with roots that extend throughout the bio-psycho-social context. It often takes more than one treatment modality. I approach each client with an open mind to discover what will work in each client as I see them. Each client is given resources for self-discovery, self-healing, and self-empowerment.
(210) 591-8032 View (210) 591-8032
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Patty Silva
LPC-Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else—but inside, you're falling apart. You feel like you're drowning in overwhelm, exhaustion, and guilt. You’re constantly on edge, your mind won't stop racing, and even sleep feels impossible. From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all under control—but no one sees the silent struggle you're carrying, especially as a mom. You feel disconnected from yourself, your relationships, and the life you hoped motherhood would bring. You're stuck in survival mode and running out of options—but you're not out of hope.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else—but inside, you're falling apart. You feel like you're drowning in overwhelm, exhaustion, and guilt. You’re constantly on edge, your mind won't stop racing, and even sleep feels impossible. From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all under control—but no one sees the silent struggle you're carrying, especially as a mom. You feel disconnected from yourself, your relationships, and the life you hoped motherhood would bring. You're stuck in survival mode and running out of options—but you're not out of hope.
(830) 623-5931 View (830) 623-5931
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Brenda Martinez Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LSOTP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have always been interested in the effects of trauma on one's life. Trauma has many effects that most don't consider. I have learned how to assist people in creating a loved life in spite of any trauma they have experienced.
I have always been interested in the effects of trauma on one's life. Trauma has many effects that most don't consider. I have learned how to assist people in creating a loved life in spite of any trauma they have experienced.
(210) 585-2616 View (210) 585-2616
Barbara Jo Brothers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Through extensive training with Virginia Satir, mother of family therapy, I learned, long ago, that all people come equipped with internal resources for growth. My goal: to help the people who come to me to become aware of those resources – to actualize their unique self. Often, this involves our ferreting out wrong information, gathered while growing up. Generally, this "dated" information is transmitted from parents who, themselves, did not know any better. My intent is to create safe contexts in which a person may discover their strengths while learning how to cope with their perceived "weakness."
Through extensive training with Virginia Satir, mother of family therapy, I learned, long ago, that all people come equipped with internal resources for growth. My goal: to help the people who come to me to become aware of those resources – to actualize their unique self. Often, this involves our ferreting out wrong information, gathered while growing up. Generally, this "dated" information is transmitted from parents who, themselves, did not know any better. My intent is to create safe contexts in which a person may discover their strengths while learning how to cope with their perceived "weakness."
(210) 854-6644 View (210) 854-6644
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Peggy Avent
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I seek to provide a safe, encouraging, non-judgmental, Christian atmosphere where people can heal and feel empowered. I believe that God designed people to heal and live in harmony, but sometimes life's problems and past experiences get in the way. Traumatic experiences and/or destructive attitudes, addictions, or behaviors can have a detrimental impact on all aspects of life. I use EMDR, a remarkably effective and proven treatment for quickly healing old wounds and helping people embrace their own spiritual and emotional strengths.
I seek to provide a safe, encouraging, non-judgmental, Christian atmosphere where people can heal and feel empowered. I believe that God designed people to heal and live in harmony, but sometimes life's problems and past experiences get in the way. Traumatic experiences and/or destructive attitudes, addictions, or behaviors can have a detrimental impact on all aspects of life. I use EMDR, a remarkably effective and proven treatment for quickly healing old wounds and helping people embrace their own spiritual and emotional strengths.
(210) 796-6953 View (210) 796-6953
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Sarah Calhoun
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Do you feel overwhelmed or stagnant? Do you feel life's struggles are holding you back? Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety or depression? Are your relationships struggling? Have you experienced a traumatic event that leaves you unable to know how to move forward? I offer a safe place to begin to work through these struggles in a supportive and encouraging professional relationship. I look forward to meeting you in your journey and beginning the healing process. Sarah Calhoun, MA, LPC, NCC
Do you feel overwhelmed or stagnant? Do you feel life's struggles are holding you back? Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety or depression? Are your relationships struggling? Have you experienced a traumatic event that leaves you unable to know how to move forward? I offer a safe place to begin to work through these struggles in a supportive and encouraging professional relationship. I look forward to meeting you in your journey and beginning the healing process. Sarah Calhoun, MA, LPC, NCC
(210) 796-0508 View (210) 796-0508
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Dr. Laura McWhorter
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA, LP
1 Endorsed
Universal City, TX 78148
Not accepting new clients
I’m here to provide support through life’s challenges, including navigating the anxiety that often comes with everyday life. I work with individuals experiencing depression, attention difficulties, impulsivity, past trauma, and challenges within relationships or social situations. I also support those dealing with anger or challenging behaviors, always using a compassionate and non-judgmental approach. I help individuals who may have difficulty understanding or expressing their emotions, including those with autism, anxiety, ODD, or ADHD. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.
I’m here to provide support through life’s challenges, including navigating the anxiety that often comes with everyday life. I work with individuals experiencing depression, attention difficulties, impulsivity, past trauma, and challenges within relationships or social situations. I also support those dealing with anger or challenging behaviors, always using a compassionate and non-judgmental approach. I help individuals who may have difficulty understanding or expressing their emotions, including those with autism, anxiety, ODD, or ADHD. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.
(210) 598-5123 View (210) 598-5123

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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.