Therapists in Victoria, TX

Life sometimes throws us curve balls. The stress of a divorce, domestic violence, or even general life stressors can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. I pride myself in helping clients navigate through their challenges in a way that is most comfortable to them.

Whether you are facing ongoing stress or a rough patch, I am here to help you move forward. I have been working with families and children for over twenty years as a teacher, a school counselor, a special education counselor, and in private practice. As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in family and marriage conflict, parenting skills, anxiety, grief, and depression. I love to meet my clients where they are in life’s journey, as pre-teens, teenagers, or adults. I can help with the healing process and support emotions that arise through life’s many transitions.

I am a Family Systems therapist, so I approach counseling with a lens that focuses on relationships within each system. I have a passion for working with children, couples and families. I work with all populations ranging from children as young as 2 years old, to adults, couples, and families with a variety of presenting concerns.

When individuals experience severe stress, trauma, and/or loss, life tends to unravel and become difficult to manage. I am dedicated to seeing people rise above their circumstances and become who they were created to be. I use an integrated approach to therapy incorporating my faith is God while utilizing a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, stress management, anxiety reduction, communication skills, anger management, and establishing healthy boundaries to bring about healing, hope, and restoration to individuals who have faced or are facing life trials.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, or anxious about things in your life? Or feeling things from the past keeping you down? I am here for your journey to wellness & being your best self. Because each client is unique, I ensure my treatment approaches are unique to you, judgement-free, and building on your strengths. I offer you a supportive, positive, compassionate environment with an integrated therapy approach tailored to your preferences. The therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for healing and mental wellness. I am hopeful that each session we have will bring you new insights, motivation, and a sense of relief.

As the child of a Vietnam Veteran with PTSD, I have experienced the long lasting effects of trauma and understand the impact on our heroes and their family members; including First Responders. Untreated trauma, not just Military related, can lead to depression, anxiety, addictions, unhealthy relationships, suicidal thoughts/behaviors, and so much more. Sometimes it can feel like you are alone in the darkness. I will walk with you in the darkness until you find the light again.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, insomnia, or post-traumatic symptoms? If so, I want to hear about it! Have you tried therapy before but didn’t connect with the therapist, felt uncomfortable, didn’t feel heard, or is this your first-time seeking therapy? If so, I want to help! My goal for each client is to establish a safe environment where thoughts can be shared without judgment. Even if you aren’t sure if therapy is right for you, let’s talk about it! Together we can learn skills to help better manage daily stressors and improve your overall sense of well-being!

Do you feel like you are stuck in a revolving door? Have you stopped doing things you love that bring you joy and happiness? Not sure what direction you want to take your life. Are you struggling with understanding how you are feeling? Do you suffer from negative self-talk? Is chronic pain interfering? I am here to help you stop that revolving door, unload that baggage, and get back to living. We will work together to on achieving what you want.

Experiencing depression and anxiety can be extremely difficult at any age. Sadness, lack of enjoyment in things, lack of motivation, sleep difficulties, difficulty with concentration, thoughts of being a failure/worthlessness/hopelessness, and overthinking are just a few of the many symptoms that can impact social life, work, school, parenting, and relationships. Anxiety is often accompanied with depression as well and impact overall quality of life. Often times it feels like there is no control. Within therapy, there is the rejuvenation of control and an increase in overall satisfaction with life.

Hi, I'm Olivia, dedicated to supporting teenagers and adults as they embark on the journey of creating a meaningful life. With compassion and understanding, I assist in navigating the challenges of life's transitions, fostering mental health well-being, exploring self-discovery, elevating self-esteem, breaking free from negative patterns, enhancing personal functioning, and achieving meaningful goals. This may involve developing practical tools for daily life's demands, navigating the intricacies of grief and loss, or embarking on a transformative journey of self-discovery. Join me on this path of growth and transformation.

You are a real Go-Getter. You work hard. You pride yourself on being successful. But you’re tough on yourself. You seem to walk around in a persistent state of tension. You feel like you’re constantly searching for one peaceful moment. Times of joy come and go fleetingly. And it seems as though once you’ve achieved a moment of satisfaction, you can’t relish it; you’re never truly fulfilled. You don’t enjoy these moments because you’re preoccupied with worrying. Whether it's an upcoming duty or task, the next set of unforeseen circumstances, the next slew of obstacles, or possible achievements, you will worry about it all.

I have a strong desire to help those who have suffered trauma of any kind and I am certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy) for children under the age of 18. My work experiences include Residential Behavioral Health, Elementary Schools, and Child Advocacy Centers. With these experiences, I have gained knowledge of child and adolescent trauma and the full family dynamic.

My life experiences have enabled me to become the compassionate, empathetic and non- judgmental therapist that I strive to be. I am a true believer in the Holistic approach to counseling. I believe wellness comes from treating the whole person: physical, mental , spiritual and emotional health. A healthy diet, exercise, rest, and medical check-ups are vital to staying mentally and physically healthy. I’m an LPC and RPT. I work with all populations: individual, couples, families n children. I provide a safe space to work collaboratively with my clients and together we can work on your goals. I’m bilingual fluent in Spanish.

Stefanie is a licensed professional counselor, whose goal is to assist those who may be struggling with any kind of trauma or stress, on their healing journey through the power of play and connection. Stefanie utilizes the power of play and the expressive arts, as well as CBT skills, throughout her therapy. She understands the wide impact that trauma has on the individual and the people that love them. She views all traumas, from the "Big T"s to the "Little T"s, as equally valid and important, and with this understanding, Stefanie provides all her services under the trauma-focused lens of person-centered, and solution oriented.

Are you tired of being afraid? We are not born to fear; we learn to fear. We are born to love. Are you ready to make the shift from living in fear to living in love? Are you ready to fly rather than crawl? Begin the journey to your best self today. Together we can make your dreams a reality…together we can find peace with the person who looks back at you from the mirror.

I enjoy and have experience helping children, adolescents, parents, and adults as they work through life's issues. Face it, we all need more "staff" or "tribe" in our corner at different times in our lives. I believe this can be especially true for kids which is why I love play therapy.

I approach counseling with a biological, psychological, sociological, holistically, and Christian viewpoint in order to help couples, families, and individuals reach goals. I have worked with a wide range of people that struggle with personal and family issues. I specialise in Trauma/Abuse using the EMDR Therapy modality. I am working on my Doctoral Degree as a Family and Marriage Therapist. I have an extensive approach to the family system and focus on empowering people to manage and conquer dysfunctional behaviors.

I have a true passion for helping my clients get to the root of their life struggles in order to discover their true life potential. I currently do a lot of work with teens struggling with depression, anxiety, identity, and substance abuse issues; however, I enjoy working with people of all ages who are struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, spiritual issues, life transition, relationship problems, and more. I seek to help clients who genuinely desire positive life changes and who are looking for support that is unconditionally positive, nonjudgmental, and compassionate.

I pride myself in offering a therapeutic experience that feels natural! I provide a safe and judgment-free environment that allows my clients to express their struggles, anxieties, and stressors freely. My favorite thing to hear my from clients is, "This was so much better than what I expected!". I want my clients to feel comfortable and trust me to help them achieve their desired therapeutic goals. I have experience working with first responders, military, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression. We can work together to get you where you want to be!