Somatic Therapists in West University Place, TX
Toby D Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
These are: Emotion Focused Therapy (Through Emotion, Meeting Core Needs, Empowering Relationships), Existential Humanistic Therapy (Increasing Awareness, Meaning, and Being Present), and Somatic Experiencing (Working with the Nervous System Resolving Traumatic Activation and Triggers).
I passionately work to empower clients. I believe in your ability to experience a life that you love starting now. If you choose to work with me, I will use my extensive experience and years of practice to support you in working through areas of your life where you feel hopeless, inhibited, or stuck. Come to know that there is nothing innately wrong with you. There are just problems that you have not distinguished and are not sure how to work through. I can support you in developing your own skills to work through them all. Are you ready to start down the path to experiencing a life you love? Will you contact me? Let's start moving!
These are: Emotion Focused Therapy (Through Emotion, Meeting Core Needs, Empowering Relationships), Existential Humanistic Therapy (Increasing Awareness, Meaning, and Being Present), and Somatic Experiencing (Working with the Nervous System Resolving Traumatic Activation and Triggers).
I passionately work to empower clients. I believe in your ability to experience a life that you love starting now. If you choose to work with me, I will use my extensive experience and years of practice to support you in working through areas of your life where you feel hopeless, inhibited, or stuck. Come to know that there is nothing innately wrong with you. There are just problems that you have not distinguished and are not sure how to work through. I can support you in developing your own skills to work through them all. Are you ready to start down the path to experiencing a life you love? Will you contact me? Let's start moving!
Stefanie C Barthmare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
Kristin K Anderson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
As a licensed psychologist for over three decades, I draw from a wealth of experience and understanding to help you improve your life. I emphasize the connection between a healthy mind, a healthy body, and a healthy life. I work with you to utilize strengths while improving weaknesses. My goal is to help you achieve personal growth that can improve all aspects of your life.
As a licensed psychologist for over three decades, I draw from a wealth of experience and understanding to help you improve your life. I emphasize the connection between a healthy mind, a healthy body, and a healthy life. I work with you to utilize strengths while improving weaknesses. My goal is to help you achieve personal growth that can improve all aspects of your life.
Becky Dodds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
Every one of us will experience crisis in our lifetime. These intense times of difficulty may be easy to name: relationship strife, a significant loss, or traumatic events. Other times you may be living with the gnawing sense that the life you’ve built doesn’t serve who you truly are. You may be experiencing anxiety and depression, unfulfilling relationships, or a resurfacing of unmet grief or trauma. No matter what distress has arrived at your door, it’s possible that you feel lost and confused and wonder what you can do. You are not alone. I’ve been there, and so has almost everyone you know.
Every one of us will experience crisis in our lifetime. These intense times of difficulty may be easy to name: relationship strife, a significant loss, or traumatic events. Other times you may be living with the gnawing sense that the life you’ve built doesn’t serve who you truly are. You may be experiencing anxiety and depression, unfulfilling relationships, or a resurfacing of unmet grief or trauma. No matter what distress has arrived at your door, it’s possible that you feel lost and confused and wonder what you can do. You are not alone. I’ve been there, and so has almost everyone you know.
Krisztina Petho-Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CIMHP, ICCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
Now accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic goal is to approach each individual in a unique way. While helping clients develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal growth and positive change, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients in coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, relationship difficulties, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, addictions, bipolar disorders, and more. I see pre-teens, adolescents, families, and adults struggling with behavioral, emotional, or relational issues.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by J Galske Reid, LPC-S, committed to providing holistic care tailored to each client's unique values and needs. I assist individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and older people, to achieve their goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. My services address various concerns, including trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, self-esteem, attachment issues, teen and women's issues, parenting, and relationship challenges. I focus on high-quality, client-centered care to foster lasting change and resilience.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by J Galske Reid, LPC-S, committed to providing holistic care tailored to each client's unique values and needs. I assist individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and older people, to achieve their goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. My services address various concerns, including trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, self-esteem, attachment issues, teen and women's issues, parenting, and relationship challenges. I focus on high-quality, client-centered care to foster lasting change and resilience.
Claire Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
There are reasons why we are the way we are and react to the world around us. Whether it be how we were raised, our school or work environment, or significant life events, we are impacted by systems and events around us. Though we try to make changes on our own, it can be challenging and feel hopeless. You have done the best you can with what you had in front of you, and this strength has led you to taking a huge step, asking for support. Through individual, couple, or family therapy, we will work together to explore how you, you and your loved one, and/ or family have been impacted.
There are reasons why we are the way we are and react to the world around us. Whether it be how we were raised, our school or work environment, or significant life events, we are impacted by systems and events around us. Though we try to make changes on our own, it can be challenging and feel hopeless. You have done the best you can with what you had in front of you, and this strength has led you to taking a huge step, asking for support. Through individual, couple, or family therapy, we will work together to explore how you, you and your loved one, and/ or family have been impacted.
Audrey Omenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
Currently accepting new clients, in-person & teletherapy available. Stepping into the process of counseling takes courage, vulnerability, creativity, and curiosity. It requires the use of one’s whole self—body, mind, emotion and spirit. We also all need community to do the work of healing. Finding a trusted counselor can be one such communal support as you move through the process of excavating who you really are from beneath confusing and toxic layers of culture, religion, family messages, trauma, and unhealthy beliefs about yourself and others.
Currently accepting new clients, in-person & teletherapy available. Stepping into the process of counseling takes courage, vulnerability, creativity, and curiosity. It requires the use of one’s whole self—body, mind, emotion and spirit. We also all need community to do the work of healing. Finding a trusted counselor can be one such communal support as you move through the process of excavating who you really are from beneath confusing and toxic layers of culture, religion, family messages, trauma, and unhealthy beliefs about yourself and others.
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Point of Convergence Therapy
Psychological Associate, LPA-IP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007 (Online Only)
We use well researched approaches like Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, DBT, CBT, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Am I a bad person? This is a question we hear a lot. If you feel lost, drained, stuck, unworthy, and confused, we understand you. At Point of Convergence Therapy, we help people who are hurting and exhausted. This usually comes from complex trauma and branches off into things like anxiety, self-esteem, and identity issues. We know that healing doesn't happen in a vacuum and that people need people. Since finding a therapist can be difficult, we're happy to offer free 30-minute consultations so you can get to know us before committing.
We use well researched approaches like Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, DBT, CBT, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Am I a bad person? This is a question we hear a lot. If you feel lost, drained, stuck, unworthy, and confused, we understand you. At Point of Convergence Therapy, we help people who are hurting and exhausted. This usually comes from complex trauma and branches off into things like anxiety, self-esteem, and identity issues. We know that healing doesn't happen in a vacuum and that people need people. Since finding a therapist can be difficult, we're happy to offer free 30-minute consultations so you can get to know us before committing.
I utilize a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths based therapy, and somatic experiencing.
Life can be unpredictable and challenging, and oftentimes we struggle feeling heard. My office provides a space where you can feel heard. I can assist in areas such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, grief, addiction, and trauma history. No matter your challenge, we can work to understand past patterns and find a path to healing.
I utilize a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths based therapy, and somatic experiencing.
Life can be unpredictable and challenging, and oftentimes we struggle feeling heard. My office provides a space where you can feel heard. I can assist in areas such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, grief, addiction, and trauma history. No matter your challenge, we can work to understand past patterns and find a path to healing.
My approach is holistic, somatic, & trauma-informed.
Do you often find yourself stuck repeating painful cycles as a result of trauma? Are you allowing past childhood trauma or sexual assault to contain & limit you? Trauma makes it difficult to regulate our nervous system and can leave us feeling powerless, hopeless & broken beyond repair. Your body contains the wisdom & ability to return to balance even from your most painful life experiences. I work with members of the BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ community. I take pride as a first-generation, Arab American. Together we will meet your wounded parts & be transformed by their reintegration to become harmonious in spirit.
My approach is holistic, somatic, & trauma-informed.
Do you often find yourself stuck repeating painful cycles as a result of trauma? Are you allowing past childhood trauma or sexual assault to contain & limit you? Trauma makes it difficult to regulate our nervous system and can leave us feeling powerless, hopeless & broken beyond repair. Your body contains the wisdom & ability to return to balance even from your most painful life experiences. I work with members of the BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ community. I take pride as a first-generation, Arab American. Together we will meet your wounded parts & be transformed by their reintegration to become harmonious in spirit.
Carly Braswell
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77019
I love combining somatic/body-based interventions with expressive arts.
If you're here it means you are considering starting or continuing your journey towards healing. It can be overwhelming looking for help, not knowing what the process is like, or how to choose therapist that feels right to you. In my office you can bring what you need, whatever that looks like. Get comfortable, maybe you want to kick off your shoes and use the weighted blanket. It's not an overly formal, clinical setting but a place to come as you are as we gently explore how your past and present are interacting and hijacking the future you want.
I love combining somatic/body-based interventions with expressive arts.
If you're here it means you are considering starting or continuing your journey towards healing. It can be overwhelming looking for help, not knowing what the process is like, or how to choose therapist that feels right to you. In my office you can bring what you need, whatever that looks like. Get comfortable, maybe you want to kick off your shoes and use the weighted blanket. It's not an overly formal, clinical setting but a place to come as you are as we gently explore how your past and present are interacting and hijacking the future you want.
I offer Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy (TIYT), somatic, mindfulness, movement, and breath practices, in addition to other therapeutic modalities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you consistently challenged with behaviors, situations, and feelings which are no longer serving you? If so, congratulations on making the courageous decision of seeking help. I have had the opportunity of working with adolescents and adults on their healing journey. I specialize in person-centered, trauma-informed therapies, and holistic practices which honor the mind-body-spirit connection in a safe, affirming space for connection, healing, and growth. Imagine living a life with more peace of mind and more freedom to make conscious, healthy choices.
I offer Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy (TIYT), somatic, mindfulness, movement, and breath practices, in addition to other therapeutic modalities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you consistently challenged with behaviors, situations, and feelings which are no longer serving you? If so, congratulations on making the courageous decision of seeking help. I have had the opportunity of working with adolescents and adults on their healing journey. I specialize in person-centered, trauma-informed therapies, and holistic practices which honor the mind-body-spirit connection in a safe, affirming space for connection, healing, and growth. Imagine living a life with more peace of mind and more freedom to make conscious, healthy choices.
Vanessa Clairjeune
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
Unlike a traditional therapist, I use a holistic approach, blending of therapeutic modalities that include somatic therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), mindfulness.
You’re standing at the crossroads—your child teetering on the edge of adulthood—surrounded by a whirlwind of emotions. I know you wish to see your child thrive. Let’s talk and navigate this pivotal time together. The teen and young adult years are a complex dance of joy, confusion, and worry. The path forward, though full of potential, may seem treacherous. You wonder if they're making the right choices, if they're prepared for the world, how to best support them without hovering. The emotional rollercoaster, the shifting dynamics, and the late-night worries are overwhelming. But you don't have to go through this alone.
Unlike a traditional therapist, I use a holistic approach, blending of therapeutic modalities that include somatic therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), mindfulness.
You’re standing at the crossroads—your child teetering on the edge of adulthood—surrounded by a whirlwind of emotions. I know you wish to see your child thrive. Let’s talk and navigate this pivotal time together. The teen and young adult years are a complex dance of joy, confusion, and worry. The path forward, though full of potential, may seem treacherous. You wonder if they're making the right choices, if they're prepared for the world, how to best support them without hovering. The emotional rollercoaster, the shifting dynamics, and the late-night worries are overwhelming. But you don't have to go through this alone.
I use a variety of theoretical approaches with my clients including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, trauma informed yoga, family systems, solution focused and strengths perspective. I also practice all these approaches through a trauma informed lens. It is extremely important to me to meet the client where they are and create a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship. The work that I do is not only something that I am passionate about but love dearly. I am here to help you recognize your strengths even in the most challenging of moments. You are self knowing. You are not alone.
I use a variety of theoretical approaches with my clients including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, trauma informed yoga, family systems, solution focused and strengths perspective. I also practice all these approaches through a trauma informed lens. It is extremely important to me to meet the client where they are and create a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship. The work that I do is not only something that I am passionate about but love dearly. I am here to help you recognize your strengths even in the most challenging of moments. You are self knowing. You are not alone.
Marina Arnaud Rathjens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I draw on a variety of theoretical approaches, including psychodynamic, somatic experience, and DBT.
I've worked with clients with a history of trauma, anxiety, depression, life adjustment,and relationship issue.Exec. Function and Parenting support. I'm passionate about helping those adjusting to life transitions.Whether it is a new school, country, diagnostic or relationship, my goal is to offer a non-judgmental and safe space that encourages my clients to make healthy choices and improve the quality of their relationships.We're all impacted by biological, psychological, and social factors.By understanding how those parts are connected,I believe we can get to the root cause of our struggle and access the resources we need to heal.
I draw on a variety of theoretical approaches, including psychodynamic, somatic experience, and DBT.
I've worked with clients with a history of trauma, anxiety, depression, life adjustment,and relationship issue.Exec. Function and Parenting support. I'm passionate about helping those adjusting to life transitions.Whether it is a new school, country, diagnostic or relationship, my goal is to offer a non-judgmental and safe space that encourages my clients to make healthy choices and improve the quality of their relationships.We're all impacted by biological, psychological, and social factors.By understanding how those parts are connected,I believe we can get to the root cause of our struggle and access the resources we need to heal.
Kate D'Agostino She They
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006 (Online Only)
Specializing in trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, compassion fatigue, and stress, I integrate somatic therapy (focused on mind body connection), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy into our practice.
I truly value the opportunity to work with you, supporting your exploration and understanding of your needs, emotions, and various aspects of yourself. As a lesbian-identifying therapist who has personally navigated the impact of stress and trauma, I bring a profound empathy and understanding to my work processing trauma, anxiety, identity, and sense of self.
Specializing in trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, compassion fatigue, and stress, I integrate somatic therapy (focused on mind body connection), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy into our practice.
I truly value the opportunity to work with you, supporting your exploration and understanding of your needs, emotions, and various aspects of yourself. As a lesbian-identifying therapist who has personally navigated the impact of stress and trauma, I bring a profound empathy and understanding to my work processing trauma, anxiety, identity, and sense of self.
Rebecca Gibson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005 (Online Only)
I have explored a wide variety of approaches with a focus on somatic and experiential interventions for stress, pain, trauma, addiction and healing relationships.
In a therapeutic relationship, it’s about you. It’s about listening deeply. It’s about asking the right questions and holding space for precious silence. It’s about utilizing a diverse range of clinical skills and life experiences to assist you with what is happening in your life right now, and teaching you skills that will allow you to help yourself in the future. We cannot change the past or other people, but we can still grow and change and find ways to thrive.
I have explored a wide variety of approaches with a focus on somatic and experiential interventions for stress, pain, trauma, addiction and healing relationships.
In a therapeutic relationship, it’s about you. It’s about listening deeply. It’s about asking the right questions and holding space for precious silence. It’s about utilizing a diverse range of clinical skills and life experiences to assist you with what is happening in your life right now, and teaching you skills that will allow you to help yourself in the future. We cannot change the past or other people, but we can still grow and change and find ways to thrive.
Therapy Center of Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I (Sharon McLendon LPC-S, Practice Founder) am certified in Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Level 1 trained in Somatic Experiencing.
We are passionate about creating an atmosphere of trust and safety where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. We actively engage in the therapeutic process and use a warm and empathetic style. Using experiential therapies, we will guide you through a transformative experience. We will also equip you with the tools needed to maintain your treatment gains. Our background allows us to help a wide range of people, our practice focuses primarily on: Individual and Couples Therapy, Interpersonal Relational Issues, Eating Disorders, Addiction Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Reduction.
I (Sharon McLendon LPC-S, Practice Founder) am certified in Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Level 1 trained in Somatic Experiencing.
We are passionate about creating an atmosphere of trust and safety where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. We actively engage in the therapeutic process and use a warm and empathetic style. Using experiential therapies, we will guide you through a transformative experience. We will also equip you with the tools needed to maintain your treatment gains. Our background allows us to help a wide range of people, our practice focuses primarily on: Individual and Couples Therapy, Interpersonal Relational Issues, Eating Disorders, Addiction Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Reduction.
My approach is a mix of narrative therapy, mindfulness, somatic practices, and polyvagal theory-based interventions.
Are you almost ready to give up the possibility that life could be better, that life does not have to be full of internal struggle? Do you want your self-talk to be one that lifts you up and focuses on savoring the positives in your life rather than tearing you down, focusing on the disappointments in your life? Would you want sadness, worries, or anger to not have undue influence on you and not control your life. If yes, it is time to make a choice and reach out to someone who can guide and support you to a better experience of life and a more preferred self.
My approach is a mix of narrative therapy, mindfulness, somatic practices, and polyvagal theory-based interventions.
Are you almost ready to give up the possibility that life could be better, that life does not have to be full of internal struggle? Do you want your self-talk to be one that lifts you up and focuses on savoring the positives in your life rather than tearing you down, focusing on the disappointments in your life? Would you want sadness, worries, or anger to not have undue influence on you and not control your life. If yes, it is time to make a choice and reach out to someone who can guide and support you to a better experience of life and a more preferred self.
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How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.