Therapists in Waco, TX

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Online Therapists

Aisha Holman

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MA, MAT

Verified Verified

2 Endorsed

Irving, TX 75062

If you are struggling with an issue that is robbing you of life enjoyment I'm here to help. I am waiting to journey with you through this difficult season of your life- let's move toward health and healing together- life is too short to struggle one more day. You can schedule appointments with Holman Family Services directly online at our website holmanfamilyservices.com then click the schedule an appointment link.

(972) 375-1200 View (972) 375-1200

Khalaf Alanzi

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Verified Verified

Austin, TX 78759

My name is Khalaf, I’m a therapist and doctoral intern at Deep Eddy Psychotherapy. I wanted to share a bit about myself and how I approach the work to help you decide if we might be a good fit. Before pursuing my doctorate degree, I completed my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. I have extensive experience in serving diverse clients – from adults and teenagers to refugees and college students. As a doctoral trainee, I advanced my skills in therapy and neuropsychological testing.

(512) 714-3403 View (512) 714-3403

Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.