Addiction Therapists in Waco, TX

Often families, friends & colleagues will find themselves questioning options & even feeling they have tried everything to help someone struggling with alcoholism/ addiction & mental health issues. The long standing belief that a person must reach rock-bottom before they will accept help is a distracting & dangerous lie. There is a way to intervene & create a safer rock bottom & help create a healthier life for ourselves as well as our loved one struggling with the addiction . The clinical intervention process has proven overwhelmingly successful in bringing about life-changing experiences for everyone involved in the intervention.

**Now accepting Scott & White insurance** My areas of specialty include first responder PTSD, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety/depression, relationship discord, and mindfulness. I am EMDR trained and have extensive experience utilizing EMDR to resolve trauma associated with first responder experiences, accidents, grief/loss, military combat, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. My work, as well as my personal life, is grounded in mindfulness. When we train our attention to stay in the present moment, we become much more aware of the stories we tell ourselves and how much suffering we experience as a result.

I am extremely passionate about guiding people to a better understanding of themselves and "why we do the things that we do". Our perspective dictates our emotional reactions to situations and therefore it affects our behavior; let me help you gain control of your reactions and change your thoughts! I am especially skilled with Depression/Anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse/ addiction , sports psychology, relationships/communication, childhood issues, improving self-esteem, grief/loss, identity development and issues related to the child-to-adult transition. Please see my website and blog for more information.

Do you feel alone as though no one understands your pain or your struggles? Your situation is unique, yet you are not alone. Sometimes, life appears to be unmanageable, and things may have spiraled for the worse. These precipitating events you have encountered have now led you to seek solutions and counseling for guidance in your time of need. Maybe you have done some self-reflection and you do not like what you see. You aspire to improve your shortcomings but do not know where to start or who to reach out to. That is where I step in. I am dedicated to assisting you with becoming the best version of yourself amid adversity.

Does your relationship feel hopeless, involve constant fighting, and feel as though you’re growing apart? Perhaps you feel like “roommates” who have lost the spark. Worse yet, you may feel that your trust has been broken beyond repair or that your world is caving in from an affair. You are not alone and relationships can mend! I help couples develop ways to heal, reconnect, and bond with their partners for healthier attachment and intimacy in their relationship. Together, we’ll discover origins of maladaptive relational behavior and learn to derail the cycles of pain that feel never ending!

As Soren Kierkegaard says, “Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced.” I have years of training in forensic psychology and counseling techniques dealing with adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and marriage and family counseling. My specialization includes group therapy in areas of intimacy and addiction . I am specialized in dealing with moderate and more serious mental health issues especially anxiety, impulsivity, and depression.

At this time, Patricia only offers online counseling & clients must reside in Texas. She began her career as a therapist out of a burning desire to help individuals struggling with life circumstances. As a therapist, she works side by side with clients to help them feel worthy and supported. Patricia receives fulfillment by assisting clients struggling to overcome life's obstacles and offering a safe place to hurt, heal and grow. She has over 20 years of substance counseling experience with the federal government in the National Drug Abuse Program. There, she helped establish and implement drug programming in the federal system.

Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! All of us have challenges at times and may need a little help working through those challenges. I would love to help! I believe everyone has the capacity for change and the ability to improve his or her life. I listen attentively and I am nonjudgmental, allowing you to safely talk about your concerns.

After spending 25 years in the legal field, I returned to school to pursue a career in counseling and earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. My desire to go into counseling stems from my personal experience of witnessing others struggle with mental health issues.

Dr. Tioana Maxwell began her undergraduate education at Hampton University in Virginia, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. She then earned a Masters of Liberal Art in Psychology from the University of Saint Thomas in Houston, Texas and went on to receive her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University's California School of Professional Psychology, an APA accredited program.

As someone who has struggled with mental health and received support from countless loving individuals over the years, it is always my mission to extend the same level of compassion and care to my clients. I believe that therapy provides a space for individuals, couples, and families to share their experiences and pain, and find ways to transform darkness into light. My clinical interests include — but are not limited to– working with adolescents and adults in marginalized populations, such as ethnic/racial minorities, LGBTQIA+ identified, low socioeconomic status, and individuals with legal system involvement.

I have my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and have dedicated not less than 4 years of my career working with teenagers, adults, the elderly and the LGTBQ population. I enjoy helping people meet their goals, find their focus for personal growth and life fulfilment using evidence based approaches. I do CBT, DBT and Interpersonal therapy. My specialties include: trauma, anxiety, depression and forensic issues.

I am a husband and father. I am also a man who is in long-term recovery and has a son who is in recovery as well. So, there is very little an addict or parent of an addict has gone through that I have not experienced firsthand. I also specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues and bring 50+ years of life experience to each session.

Don't settle for a generic drug and alcohol therapist. You deserve help that actually helps you feel happy again. (And, that's in-network with your insurance).

New practice serving children 10 and up! I have a passion for children, teens and adults who suffer with anxiety, depression, grief, personality disorders and trauma. I specialize in helping children and young adults in their journey toward empowerment, independence and self discovery. I have a specific insight for children of addicts/alcoholics. I have experience working with diverse populations to include: LGBTQI, children in the foster care system, the elderly, victims of abuse, families and couples. In therapy, I take a person-centered approach to healing that focuses on the client as the expert in their own life.

Certified ERP Specialist for OCD, now taking new patients; Accepting TX LMSW for LCSW Clinical Supervision; Accepting LCSW, LPC or LMFT in USA for Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) with International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). As a body-centered CEDS-S, I’m here to guide you in changing your relationship with disordered eating. For anyone ready to address past trauma experiences, I am use an eclectic approach, and may use the Healing Our Core Issues (HOCI) model, to examine family of origin trauma, the work of Jan Bergstrom, LMHC, SEP, DARTT, intensely trained by Pia Mellody/The Meadows.

Do you often feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Do you need a safe, nonjudgmental place to talk about your life? I would love to meet with you!

We live in a society where it's probable to hear and see people's highlights everywhere, especially on social media. Life is full of challenges, changes, difficulties, and problems. In the process of adapting, facing, and resolving such issues, we can disconnect from our true selves. It is okay, we are human beings, and we all are fighting a battle. It is part of living. I am just like you, and I am willing to work along with you.

Tabitha decided to go into social work and counseling because she wanted to make a difference and help people who felt lost or who needed guidance and support. She has experience and passion working with those with chemical and/or behavioral addictions. She enjoys working with working parents who are seeking ways to find more balance in their lives. She enjoys working with young people over the age of 12 as they form their identities and values. Tabitha is not in-network with insurances, but will be soon. For now, her session fees range from $50-$75.

I am skilled in working with individuals, couples and families who are facing changes in their lives. My job is to help them through life transitions that may cause difficulty. Some of those transitions are happy ones such as premarital counseling or preparation for parenthood. Some of those transitions are not so happy, such as readjustment following an affair or divorce or the death of a loved one.