Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Houston, TX

Your life matters. You want to succeed, be the best version of yourself, and have a sense of purpose that guides you. You want to make a difference and enjoy the journey. You want to feel fulfilled and possibly leave a legacy. In the day to day, you want to be able to breathe, know yourself, make space for that which is important to you and what you need. You want to love your life, love yourself, and be at peace with the world around you. You want to know you, own it, and live life in a way that fits who you are and what you want in life. I want to be a safe place for you to work out the issues and keep going forward.

My expertise lies in aiding individuals, children, and families in discovering their inner strengths to overcome life's challenges. Whether it's navigating a difficult relationship, past trauma, managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or coping with a major life transition, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for growth and healing.

My priority is to create a therapeutic environment in which clients feel comfortable and accepted. I am here to support your desire to feel better and together we will tend to the root causes of whatever is bringing you to therapy. I’m also a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist, which means that I pay attention to the whole person- mind/body/spirit. In session, we will take time to “be with”emotional discomfort which is much more manageable with support. I hope to create space for your unique process of expression via non-judgement, while simultaneously helping you to identify coping tools that are already stored in your body.

Child Therapist in Houston, TX. At Hummingbird Counseling and Consulting we specialize in play therapy for children and adolescents in the Latinx community. We are dedicated to providing a safe space for healing, creative expression, learning, and wellness. We work with individuals, families, and groups. We strive to meet the unique needs of individuals and families in the format or style that is most appropriate for each circumstance. Now accepting new clients. Appointments available Friday and Saturday. English and Spanish.

Do you battle anxiety and stress in the form of racing thoughts that don't seem to go away? Or full blown panic attacks that seem to knock the breathe out of you and keep you immobilized? I've been there. I truly believe every experience in life can help mold you and shift you for the better. Through every hardship you encounter, you can pull through and gain more on the other end. Life begins to change the most when you stop asking “Why does this keep happening to me?” and start asking yourself “What am I meant to learn from this?” and “How can I grow from this?” I believe I can help you overcome anxiety and moving forward.

For over 20 years in the Clear Lake, Baytown and Galveston areas, Ms. Layne, has provided child( ages 6+), adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy. She has provided trauma-recovery, cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, and insight oriented therapy, to survivors of sex, physical, emotional abuse and other life changing events. Ms. Layne has extensive experience working in juvenile justice systems, and under the guidance of psychiatrists, and psychologists providing assessments, crisis, short, and longer term therapy services.

Have you ever felt stuck? Do you ever think unhelpful thoughts are controlling your life? Recovery is possible!

You did it! You made it to the first step of your journey to better mental health. I know that it can be daunting and nerve-wracking to take the step to start therapy, but know I am here to support you as you go through the ups and downs of that journey. Counseling is such a deeply personal experience and I believe that it is different for each and every person. This is why I aim to create a judgment-free environment in our sessions where you will feel comfortable and safe to be your true self because that is where the most growth takes place.

Do you feel safe, validated, heard and valued? Do you feel ostracized by friends and family because you are too much of a perfectionist? Are you afraid to be vulnerable and transparent in your relationships? Has life just become overwhelming? Do you gatekeep your emotions to yourself? I would love to work with you to embrace and empower you to become your most authentic self.

Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from Walden University and have been practicing for three years. I am currently in a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program at Walden University. I assist individuals, couples, and families identify and overcome challenges that life may bring them. I have experience working with individuals who experience anxiety and depression and its becoming a struggle for them to maintain functioning.

Dr. Tate’s areas of specialization include affirming autism assessment, emotional and behavioral assessment (ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and behavioral problems), and behavioral intervention. Her goal is to empower positive change and growth in her clients. Combining Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatosensory interventions, and insights from the Neurosequential Model of Brain Development, she equips individuals with the skills and self-awareness to confidently navigate life’s challenges and lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.

People face challenges and self-doubt everyday. You may be struggling in your relationship with your child, spouse or co-workers. You may be wondering if your sadness or anxiety will simply go away on its own or if you need help. A myriad of questions and concerns may be weighing you down. If you are currently stressed in any of these areas, therapy may be the right tool for you.

My passion is to provide clinically excellent and distinctively Christian counseling for individuals who desire to incorporate spirituality within their therapeutic experience. I work with a wide variety of clients, including children & teens, individuals, and couples/families. Three groups of clients I especially enjoy working with are children & teens, women dealing with women's health issues (infertility, prenatal/postpartum issues, hormone imbalance, parenting, etc.), and providing support for pastoral health and sustainability in ministry for pastors, their wives, and their children.

As a therapist, I will give you room to access your own wisdom while supporting you. I use multiple modalities to teach skills for empowerment and improved emotional regulation. I aspire to help you tap into your inner reserves of power, joy, and purpose in order to live a more fulfilled life.

Tori has experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, depression, personality issues, forms of psychosis, grief/loss, and sexual abuse. She maintains an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment and is clinically and culturally competent to help all people heal and become better.

Life often brings moments of overwhelm, dissatisfaction, and uncertainty, making us feel unsure of how to move forward. You may be frustrated with how you perceive yourself, relate to your body and food, respond to triggers or seemingly unchangeable interpersonal dynamics, or how you cope with stressors. Having a warm, trusted person who is dedicated to provide a safe space to help you heal and grow can make a world of difference. I'm here to help you experience compassion for how you've tried to survive unmet needs, challenge unhelpful thoughts, develop more effective coping tools, and empower you to live aligned with your values.

Life was meant to challenge us, but when those challenges become more than we can handle, who can we turn to for that extra support or even just a listening ear? Challenges can come in any form, whether it be in your marriage, from family conflict, or parenting struggles, I make it my goal to walk alongside you in whatever ways you need.

I have counseled children and parents for twenty-eight years while also enjoying individual adult work. My experience encompasses private practice as well as agencies and hospitals, including DePelchin Children's Center and Texas Children's Hospital. In addition, I have supervised beginning social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists. Over the years, I have held faculty positions at Baylor College of Medicine and Smith College School for Social Work. My practice has included all facets of children's developmental and emotional concerns. Currently a large portion of my practice focuses on children's anxiety, depression, OCD, and divorce related issues.

Are you having difficulties in your daily life and need a safe place to talk, create goals and learn new ways of coping? If you are struggling with anxiety , depression, relationship or work issues counseling can help.