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Cecilia Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501  (Online Only)
Whether you are trying to make your marriage work or working to co-parent after divorce, I am here to help.
Navigating intimate relationships can be challenging. Remember that feeling you had when you went out with your crush for the first time? You laughed at each other's jokes, you noticed how much you had in common, and you thought, "this is my person!" While it's wonderful when things are going smoothly, the reality is that the initial shininess eventually fades and challenges are inevitable in every relationship. Including that "perfect couple" you keep comparing yourself to, everyone will encounter disagreements and misunderstandings. Life is imperfect and messy, and we are all doing our best to manage.
Whether you are trying to make your marriage work or working to co-parent after divorce, I am here to help.
Navigating intimate relationships can be challenging. Remember that feeling you had when you went out with your crush for the first time? You laughed at each other's jokes, you noticed how much you had in common, and you thought, "this is my person!" While it's wonderful when things are going smoothly, the reality is that the initial shininess eventually fades and challenges are inevitable in every relationship. Including that "perfect couple" you keep comparing yourself to, everyone will encounter disagreements and misunderstandings. Life is imperfect and messy, and we are all doing our best to manage.
(956) 452-0182 View (956) 452-0182
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The Center For Relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78503  (Online Only)
I am pro-marriage and believe with the right tools and with commitment, relationships can work.
I work with a wide range of clients, ranging from couples who need to reconnect to children and families grieving a loss. I work from a strengths based approach and believe that we have the answers and sometimes get stuck. We are resilient beings and sometimes get distracted looking at our deficits and not often enough our strengths. My ideal client is willing to have the difficult conversations that will lead to change.
I am pro-marriage and believe with the right tools and with commitment, relationships can work.
I work with a wide range of clients, ranging from couples who need to reconnect to children and families grieving a loss. I work from a strengths based approach and believe that we have the answers and sometimes get stuck. We are resilient beings and sometimes get distracted looking at our deficits and not often enough our strengths. My ideal client is willing to have the difficult conversations that will lead to change.
(512) 890-0314 View (512) 890-0314
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Cynthia Gongora-Enriquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CGE, CCTP, CCATP
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78504
Welcome! Are you seeking therapy to navigate a past, current, and/or future difficult season? Entering therapy is never easy, I admire the courage it has taken for you to be here. I specialize in treating adults with Anxiety, Grief, & Trauma, but not limited to relationship issues, life transitions, pregnancy-prenatal-postpartum, premarital-marital-post marital, depression, parenting, and behavioral problems. My approach is to accept you where you are, in a non-judging, neutral, and safe zone. My desire for you is to obtain an optimal level of living, especially when it comes to your mental and emotional state.
Welcome! Are you seeking therapy to navigate a past, current, and/or future difficult season? Entering therapy is never easy, I admire the courage it has taken for you to be here. I specialize in treating adults with Anxiety, Grief, & Trauma, but not limited to relationship issues, life transitions, pregnancy-prenatal-postpartum, premarital-marital-post marital, depression, parenting, and behavioral problems. My approach is to accept you where you are, in a non-judging, neutral, and safe zone. My desire for you is to obtain an optimal level of living, especially when it comes to your mental and emotional state.
(956) 253-0927 View (956) 253-0927
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Jessica Hope Murph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LCDC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501  (Online Only)
There is nothing weak about processing trauma, learning to control anxiety, getting help for your marriage.
The decision to begin therapy does not make you weak minded or a weak person; it does not mean you have failed, it means you're ready to get better! Everyone has different reasons for attending therapy: anxiety, trauma, family, relationship issues, intimacy issues, gender dysphoria.... No matter what made you take this step know that you are in a safe space where your rights and beliefs are fully validated. As a client focused therapist I will not give you advise but rather help you find your own solutions to the barriers lying in your way that's keeping you from living your best life.
There is nothing weak about processing trauma, learning to control anxiety, getting help for your marriage.
The decision to begin therapy does not make you weak minded or a weak person; it does not mean you have failed, it means you're ready to get better! Everyone has different reasons for attending therapy: anxiety, trauma, family, relationship issues, intimacy issues, gender dysphoria.... No matter what made you take this step know that you are in a safe space where your rights and beliefs are fully validated. As a client focused therapist I will not give you advise but rather help you find your own solutions to the barriers lying in your way that's keeping you from living your best life.
(956) 309-7891 View (956) 309-7891
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Stephanie T Villarreal
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A, LCDC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families treating addiction, self-esteem issues, anger, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, marital/premarital issues. I use an experiential model of therapy that encourages clients to examine their past experiences that have shaped their beliefs about the world. I believe the deepest changes in our life happen when we utilize social support and self-compassion. My ultimate goal is to give each client an opportunity to experience this in session.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families treating addiction, self-esteem issues, anger, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, marital/premarital issues. I use an experiential model of therapy that encourages clients to examine their past experiences that have shaped their beliefs about the world. I believe the deepest changes in our life happen when we utilize social support and self-compassion. My ultimate goal is to give each client an opportunity to experience this in session.
(956) 996-6216 View (956) 996-6216
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Olga G Harris, MAMFC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78504
I specialized in marriage and family issues.
I'm Olga Harris, LPC. I am a bilingual Profesional Counselor since 1998. I use a holistic approach that address body, mind and spirit. Im passionate about helping people overcome anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflitcs PTSD, Anger management, grief, trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence, etc. / Soy una consejera profesional desde 1998. Me gusta trabajar con familias, parejas y personas con problemas interpersonales, ansiedad, depresión, abuse, duelo, etc. Mi metodo de consejeria ayuda a aquellas personas que están buscando una sanidad integral: cuerpo, mente y espíritu.
I specialized in marriage and family issues.
I'm Olga Harris, LPC. I am a bilingual Profesional Counselor since 1998. I use a holistic approach that address body, mind and spirit. Im passionate about helping people overcome anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflitcs PTSD, Anger management, grief, trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence, etc. / Soy una consejera profesional desde 1998. Me gusta trabajar con familias, parejas y personas con problemas interpersonales, ansiedad, depresión, abuse, duelo, etc. Mi metodo de consejeria ayuda a aquellas personas que están buscando una sanidad integral: cuerpo, mente y espíritu.
(956) 452-0418 View (956) 452-0418
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Sage Healing Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Welcome to Sage Healing Counseling Services PLLC, we are overjoyed at the prospect of working with you and your family to address your unique worries, struggles, and mental health concerns. At SHCS we believe in working together with each individual client to build a strong foundation built on trust, respect, and empathy which lays the groundwork on which our clients will build up their coping skills, emotion regulation, mindfulness skills, self-awareness, motivation, relationships, communication skills, and much more.
Welcome to Sage Healing Counseling Services PLLC, we are overjoyed at the prospect of working with you and your family to address your unique worries, struggles, and mental health concerns. At SHCS we believe in working together with each individual client to build a strong foundation built on trust, respect, and empathy which lays the groundwork on which our clients will build up their coping skills, emotion regulation, mindfulness skills, self-awareness, motivation, relationships, communication skills, and much more.
(956) 253-0680 View (956) 253-0680
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Josefina Irigoyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
My goal is to help you, or your loved one, overcome any psychological and/or emotional state you may be struggling with, by providing a safe, caring, and professional environment to promote positive change towards well-being.
My goal is to help you, or your loved one, overcome any psychological and/or emotional state you may be struggling with, by providing a safe, caring, and professional environment to promote positive change towards well-being.
(512) 354-1012 View (512) 354-1012
Photo of Jamie Spanski, Marriage & Family Therapist in McAllen, TX
Jamie Spanski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Are you struggling with painful emotions, negative racing thoughts, continuously worrying, feeling down, feeling stuck, or having relationship issues? If so, you are not alone, and I am here to help. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and stressful to the point it may influence our mental health, well-being, and relationships in negative ways. Seeking help and support is the first step toward your healing and self-care. Therapy may help you or your relationship develop awareness, understanding, and healthier solutions to grow and create change. As your therapist I walk beside you on your journey toward healing.
Are you struggling with painful emotions, negative racing thoughts, continuously worrying, feeling down, feeling stuck, or having relationship issues? If so, you are not alone, and I am here to help. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and stressful to the point it may influence our mental health, well-being, and relationships in negative ways. Seeking help and support is the first step toward your healing and self-care. Therapy may help you or your relationship develop awareness, understanding, and healthier solutions to grow and create change. As your therapist I walk beside you on your journey toward healing.
(956) 275-3567 View (956) 275-3567
Photo of Delia Yazmin Villarreal, Psychological Associate in McAllen, TX
Delia Yazmin Villarreal
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Waitlist for new clients
I am an independently Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) providing our South Texas community with culturally sensitive, holistic, and empirically-supported psychological services tailored to each of my patient's individual needs and circumstances. I'm a native from Monterrey, NL, Mexico and have lived in South Texas for 28 years. As a bilingual psychology practitioner, I offer comprehensive Spanish, English, and dual-language evaluations, brief examinations, and long-term psychotherapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in the State of Texas.
I am an independently Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) providing our South Texas community with culturally sensitive, holistic, and empirically-supported psychological services tailored to each of my patient's individual needs and circumstances. I'm a native from Monterrey, NL, Mexico and have lived in South Texas for 28 years. As a bilingual psychology practitioner, I offer comprehensive Spanish, English, and dual-language evaluations, brief examinations, and long-term psychotherapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in the State of Texas.
(956) 540-5186 View (956) 540-5186
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Betsy K. Warwas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Making the decision to seek outside, professional help is the first step to resolving challenges you are faced with in your personal or professional life. McAllen Counseling Consultants, Inc. welcomes you into its relaxed, comfortable environment to explore the benefits of counseling and identify an appropriate treatment approach for your needs.
Making the decision to seek outside, professional help is the first step to resolving challenges you are faced with in your personal or professional life. McAllen Counseling Consultants, Inc. welcomes you into its relaxed, comfortable environment to explore the benefits of counseling and identify an appropriate treatment approach for your needs.
(956) 238-4699 View (956) 238-4699
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Kathryn Chacra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Heartbreak is as old as time and still so painful and lonely! It is a unique recovery because after a relationship loss a person is left to confront two paths of recovery at the same time. You may be both grieving the loss of your relationship while focusing on rebuilding a new life and reality. I have seen my clients grow and even thrive despite the heartache though! I am seeing clients throughout Texas online and in person for the RGV area in McAllen TX. If you are feeling down, anxious and overwhelmed by the changes in your life, I want to help you feel confident and secure again.
Heartbreak is as old as time and still so painful and lonely! It is a unique recovery because after a relationship loss a person is left to confront two paths of recovery at the same time. You may be both grieving the loss of your relationship while focusing on rebuilding a new life and reality. I have seen my clients grow and even thrive despite the heartache though! I am seeing clients throughout Texas online and in person for the RGV area in McAllen TX. If you are feeling down, anxious and overwhelmed by the changes in your life, I want to help you feel confident and secure again.
(956) 304-1330 View (956) 304-1330
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Noemi Acevedo Solis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Welcome! I am so happy that you are taking the next step to a healthier you. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and have been providing services for several years now.
Welcome! I am so happy that you are taking the next step to a healthier you. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and have been providing services for several years now.
(956) 396-0968 View (956) 396-0968
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New Beginnings Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Looking to take the next step in your life? Be it restoration and healing, achieving a life goal, or establishing healthy relationships and habits. I want to meet you where you are at and walk with you to where you want to go. My main goal is for you to have the tools to have a better life, and to live your life to the fullest. I have wide ranging experience, including “but not limited to” working with: youth, parents, couples, families, victims of domestic violence, domestic violence offenders, victims of sexual assault, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, stress management, immigration evaluations, faith-based counseling.
Looking to take the next step in your life? Be it restoration and healing, achieving a life goal, or establishing healthy relationships and habits. I want to meet you where you are at and walk with you to where you want to go. My main goal is for you to have the tools to have a better life, and to live your life to the fullest. I have wide ranging experience, including “but not limited to” working with: youth, parents, couples, families, victims of domestic violence, domestic violence offenders, victims of sexual assault, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, stress management, immigration evaluations, faith-based counseling.
(956) 815-2084 View (956) 815-2084
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Melissa Isabel Medina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to a transformative journey towards healing and wellness. With a focus on assisting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress disorders, and adjustment difficulties, I am here to support you on your unique path to recovery. I strongly believe in tailoring therapy to meet each client's specific needs. There is no one-size-fits-all approach in my practice. Instead, I strive to understand where my clients are in their journey and meet them there, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
Hello and welcome to a transformative journey towards healing and wellness. With a focus on assisting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress disorders, and adjustment difficulties, I am here to support you on your unique path to recovery. I strongly believe in tailoring therapy to meet each client's specific needs. There is no one-size-fits-all approach in my practice. Instead, I strive to understand where my clients are in their journey and meet them there, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
(956) 450-7128 View (956) 450-7128
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Counseling & Immigration Evaluations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Do you find yourself overwhelmed, struggling with painful emotions, worrying, feeling stuck, and experiencing difficulty with relationships? Our team of therapists have a combined 30 years’ experience providing psychotherapy/counseling to multicultural diverse individuals and families across the lifespan, starting with children as young as 8 years old, adolescents, and adults. At HFH, we work with our clients to find themselves, restore balance in their life and learn skills to overcome life challenges. Our team also provides mental health evaluations, also known as immigration psychological evaluations, used in immigration cases.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed, struggling with painful emotions, worrying, feeling stuck, and experiencing difficulty with relationships? Our team of therapists have a combined 30 years’ experience providing psychotherapy/counseling to multicultural diverse individuals and families across the lifespan, starting with children as young as 8 years old, adolescents, and adults. At HFH, we work with our clients to find themselves, restore balance in their life and learn skills to overcome life challenges. Our team also provides mental health evaluations, also known as immigration psychological evaluations, used in immigration cases.
(956) 948-4595 View (956) 948-4595
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Hope for Healing LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Our team of therapists have a combined 30 years’ experience in working with multicultural and diverse individuals and families across the lifespan. At Hope for Healing LLC, we often work with parents, career women/men, college students, children, teens, couples, and families in finding themselves, restore balance in their life and learn skills to overcome life changes.
Our team of therapists have a combined 30 years’ experience in working with multicultural and diverse individuals and families across the lifespan. At Hope for Healing LLC, we often work with parents, career women/men, college students, children, teens, couples, and families in finding themselves, restore balance in their life and learn skills to overcome life changes.
(956) 477-4033 View (956) 477-4033
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MLR Therapy & Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504  (Online Only)
If you are struggling and have been thinking of starting therapy services, this is the right time to allow me to assist you. I am a Bilingual Therapist able to work with you in meeting your life goals, both professionally and personally. I have over 12 years of experience working with various populations both in-person and online.
If you are struggling and have been thinking of starting therapy services, this is the right time to allow me to assist you. I am a Bilingual Therapist able to work with you in meeting your life goals, both professionally and personally. I have over 12 years of experience working with various populations both in-person and online.
(956) 707-1062 View (956) 707-1062
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Fanny Gradzikiewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78504  (Online Only)
It takes courage to take the first step towards a fulfilling life. You deserve to have the best care available at an affordable cost. I work doing exclusively online therapy around the world, we can connect wherever you are. I have been successful helping teens and adults to deal with anxiety, depression, life changes, self esteem issues, or adapting to new environments, among other issues. I enjoy working with multicultural marriages helping them learn new communication skills, conflict resolution and intimacy building tools. I am glad you are looking for help, and trying to find healing right now.
It takes courage to take the first step towards a fulfilling life. You deserve to have the best care available at an affordable cost. I work doing exclusively online therapy around the world, we can connect wherever you are. I have been successful helping teens and adults to deal with anxiety, depression, life changes, self esteem issues, or adapting to new environments, among other issues. I enjoy working with multicultural marriages helping them learn new communication skills, conflict resolution and intimacy building tools. I am glad you are looking for help, and trying to find healing right now.
(956) 529-1392 View (956) 529-1392
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Marta Garcia Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Live your life to the fullest by learning to manage challenging emotions and situations. Daily activities, relationships and circumstances beyond your control may cause you to feel overwhelmed, fearful, sad or anxious. I am an experienced clinical social worker willing to assist, guide and support you so that you will manage and overcome life's challenges. In my office you are scheduled and seen by me. I provide(in person) individual, family and couple therapy in English and/or Spanish. Take the first step and call me today. Appointments are available within days. I'm not providing virtual sessions. Se habla Espanol.
Live your life to the fullest by learning to manage challenging emotions and situations. Daily activities, relationships and circumstances beyond your control may cause you to feel overwhelmed, fearful, sad or anxious. I am an experienced clinical social worker willing to assist, guide and support you so that you will manage and overcome life's challenges. In my office you are scheduled and seen by me. I provide(in person) individual, family and couple therapy in English and/or Spanish. Take the first step and call me today. Appointments are available within days. I'm not providing virtual sessions. Se habla Espanol.
(956) 508-3886 View (956) 508-3886
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.