Therapists in Waco, TX
Matei Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76710
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.
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.
Enrichment Counseling Solutions, P.C.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CDWF, CPDT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710
I value the role spirituality plays in self-evaluation, change, growth, healing, relationships & success. I practice from a family systems perspective, helping people discover hindrances holding them back from living a life they love. Counseling is a powerful support resource, especially when wresting with the challenges & the unexpected that life has a way of throwing at you from past to present. I hope you'll consider letting me support you in healing & designing & creating a life you can love living. Ask me about incorporating yoga & art into counseling. Additionally, I offer an empowering Women's Sexuality service.
I value the role spirituality plays in self-evaluation, change, growth, healing, relationships & success. I practice from a family systems perspective, helping people discover hindrances holding them back from living a life they love. Counseling is a powerful support resource, especially when wresting with the challenges & the unexpected that life has a way of throwing at you from past to present. I hope you'll consider letting me support you in healing & designing & creating a life you can love living. Ask me about incorporating yoga & art into counseling. Additionally, I offer an empowering Women's Sexuality service.
Kimberly Mizerik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710
Now offering Therapy Intensive sessions which are an accelerated form of therapy that allows deeper healing in a shorter amount of time. Are stressful events and relationships making it impossible for you to relax? Are anxiety and depression making it hard to focus on the important things in your life and preventing you from making positive changes? There is hope and help available. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience as a psychotherapist in private practice and in Community Counseling. I have helped patients in their recovery from depression, anxiety, unstable relationships, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
Now offering Therapy Intensive sessions which are an accelerated form of therapy that allows deeper healing in a shorter amount of time. Are stressful events and relationships making it impossible for you to relax? Are anxiety and depression making it hard to focus on the important things in your life and preventing you from making positive changes? There is hope and help available. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience as a psychotherapist in private practice and in Community Counseling. I have helped patients in their recovery from depression, anxiety, unstable relationships, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
Robyn Hicks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76710
Let me help you find your way through life's problems. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives. I have extensive experience treating a broad array of wellness issues, with particular specialties in the areas of Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Marital Conflict, Sexuality, Depression, and Anxiety. Visit my website to submit a new client request form.
Let me help you find your way through life's problems. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives. I have extensive experience treating a broad array of wellness issues, with particular specialties in the areas of Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Marital Conflict, Sexuality, Depression, and Anxiety. Visit my website to submit a new client request form.
Martha M Thomas LPC, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76712
Hello! You are taking a brave step in looking for a counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and authentic environment for you to express your feelings, thoughts, needs, wants, fears…. all the things about life that you might be carrying. I believe that there is healing that only happens in therapy, in talking things out with someone who creates a safe space to process. You are the expert of your own life. I will work to form a strong and safe therapeutic alliance with you, where trust is paramount.
Hello! You are taking a brave step in looking for a counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and authentic environment for you to express your feelings, thoughts, needs, wants, fears…. all the things about life that you might be carrying. I believe that there is healing that only happens in therapy, in talking things out with someone who creates a safe space to process. You are the expert of your own life. I will work to form a strong and safe therapeutic alliance with you, where trust is paramount.
Dr. Veronica Shelton
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76701 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer counseling for depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts/self-harm, grief and loss, life transition, hospice and aging/elderly transition. I strive to restore and rebuild couple and family relationships with effective communication skills. I offer powerful, yet affordable, individual, couple and family sessions; and group sessions that facilitate self-acceptance, relationship enhancement, improved communication and peace in your life. If your goal in life is to be the best person you can be today and an even better person tomorrow; I am Your Therapist. LIFE is the Journey, You determine the destinations; I Get You There.
I offer counseling for depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts/self-harm, grief and loss, life transition, hospice and aging/elderly transition. I strive to restore and rebuild couple and family relationships with effective communication skills. I offer powerful, yet affordable, individual, couple and family sessions; and group sessions that facilitate self-acceptance, relationship enhancement, improved communication and peace in your life. If your goal in life is to be the best person you can be today and an even better person tomorrow; I am Your Therapist. LIFE is the Journey, You determine the destinations; I Get You There.
Online Therapists
Megan Yale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCDC, CCST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78754
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
Marc Geronimo
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
I use cutting edge psychological tools from a variety of disciplines and a deep connection to the quantum to open the door to transformation.
My approach is to help clients become free of their emotional overreactions (especially recurring upsets) and break free from the grip of their past wounds. I also work to help identify conditioning and beliefs that my clients have inherited from their families which are NOT consistent with their own core nature. It's all about becoming more authentic. I believe that the more true to ourselves we become, without the old wounds, conditioning, and societal pressures (such as needing to be seen as a nice guy/girl or needing approval from others) then the more whole and joyful we become in our everyday lives.
I use cutting edge psychological tools from a variety of disciplines and a deep connection to the quantum to open the door to transformation.
My approach is to help clients become free of their emotional overreactions (especially recurring upsets) and break free from the grip of their past wounds. I also work to help identify conditioning and beliefs that my clients have inherited from their families which are NOT consistent with their own core nature. It's all about becoming more authentic. I believe that the more true to ourselves we become, without the old wounds, conditioning, and societal pressures (such as needing to be seen as a nice guy/girl or needing approval from others) then the more whole and joyful we become in our everyday lives.
Mary L King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Keller, TX 76248
I have experience with anger, eating disorders, cutting, social anxiety, career counseling, and grief.
I enjoy working with adults and teens to overcome anxiety, frustration, depression, and relationship concerns. It is fairly typical for all of us to struggle at times with setbacks and disappointments. My goal is to help you identify and work on the unhelpful parts of your life so that you can improve, eliminate symptoms, and lead a more fulfilling life. Together we can create an environment that not only nurtures personal responsibility, success, and growth but also fits your personality, interests, skills, and preferences. I have personally witnessed the rapid progress that individuals can make during therapy.
I have experience with anger, eating disorders, cutting, social anxiety, career counseling, and grief.
I enjoy working with adults and teens to overcome anxiety, frustration, depression, and relationship concerns. It is fairly typical for all of us to struggle at times with setbacks and disappointments. My goal is to help you identify and work on the unhelpful parts of your life so that you can improve, eliminate symptoms, and lead a more fulfilling life. Together we can create an environment that not only nurtures personal responsibility, success, and growth but also fits your personality, interests, skills, and preferences. I have personally witnessed the rapid progress that individuals can make during therapy.
Dr. Jada Jackson Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, MS, MA, EdD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75201
Society's pressures on Body Image effect people in many different ways: depression, anxiety, self esteem, cutting, eating disorders, sexual promiscuity, teen pregnancy, substance abuse, relationship issues and more.
Are you struggling with feelings of low self-esteem? Do you feel unworthy? Are you battling an addiction or gender identity issue? Often times we find ourselves faced with unwanted situations and circumstances that get the best of us. My goal is to help those that feel stuck and unable to find the right path to healing.
Society's pressures on Body Image effect people in many different ways: depression, anxiety, self esteem, cutting, eating disorders, sexual promiscuity, teen pregnancy, substance abuse, relationship issues and more.
Are you struggling with feelings of low self-esteem? Do you feel unworthy? Are you battling an addiction or gender identity issue? Often times we find ourselves faced with unwanted situations and circumstances that get the best of us. My goal is to help those that feel stuck and unable to find the right path to healing.
Jenna Fleming
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Georgetown, TX 78628
As a TBRI® practitioner, I use a trauma-informed approach to helping with issues like behavioral concerns, self-harming, anxiety, depression, grief and family difficulties.
I help kids and the people who care for them. My goal is to help you and your family to get on track and stay that way. My clients are kids, teens, young adults and couples going through difficult times and parents who feel frustrated or need help with overwhelming issues. You want less tension in the home and to be able to actually communicate without things turning into a fight. Imagine a family life with the peace and joy you want. I offer support and safety to walk through the tough stuff and direction for real, positive change.
As a TBRI® practitioner, I use a trauma-informed approach to helping with issues like behavioral concerns, self-harming, anxiety, depression, grief and family difficulties.
I help kids and the people who care for them. My goal is to help you and your family to get on track and stay that way. My clients are kids, teens, young adults and couples going through difficult times and parents who feel frustrated or need help with overwhelming issues. You want less tension in the home and to be able to actually communicate without things turning into a fight. Imagine a family life with the peace and joy you want. I offer support and safety to walk through the tough stuff and direction for real, positive change.
Leah Elbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
My experience is vast, including working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, grief, sexual assault, self-harming, and domestic violence.
You are the hero of your own tale; you are a warrior who can rescue yourself. Every warrior needs a tribe, people that are going to support them and rally around you in the darkest of times. Will you allow me to be part of your tribe? Therapy is about you, your freedom and the healing that occurs through self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning, and deepening one's insight. My role is to help you begin to think, feel, and understand yourself more deeply, empowering lasting change. My approach is a person-centered eclectic approach that fosters self-acceptance and empowerment. We will go at your pace, this is your journey.
My experience is vast, including working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, grief, sexual assault, self-harming, and domestic violence.
You are the hero of your own tale; you are a warrior who can rescue yourself. Every warrior needs a tribe, people that are going to support them and rally around you in the darkest of times. Will you allow me to be part of your tribe? Therapy is about you, your freedom and the healing that occurs through self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning, and deepening one's insight. My role is to help you begin to think, feel, and understand yourself more deeply, empowering lasting change. My approach is a person-centered eclectic approach that fosters self-acceptance and empowerment. We will go at your pace, this is your journey.
Travis Strange
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Waitlist for new clients
I've worked with adolescence and families for around 25 years in a variety of settings. These settings include being a youth / children's pastor prior to starting my counseling journey. Much of my experience involves working with those that struggle with abuse, depression, relationship conflict, self harming behaviors, legal issues, and behavior problems. Although I am licensed to practice counseling through the State of Texas, I am a Christian and the fundamentals of my practice are in line with traditional Christian faith.
I've worked with adolescence and families for around 25 years in a variety of settings. These settings include being a youth / children's pastor prior to starting my counseling journey. Much of my experience involves working with those that struggle with abuse, depression, relationship conflict, self harming behaviors, legal issues, and behavior problems. Although I am licensed to practice counseling through the State of Texas, I am a Christian and the fundamentals of my practice are in line with traditional Christian faith.
Tobi Carter
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
My ideal client is between the ages of 4 and 18 who is struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. Children and adolescents need a safe space to express their emotions and develop coping strategies in order to reduce symptoms, improve functioning in daily life, and achieve long-term emotional well-being. I also love working with families who want to be involved in the therapeutic process. I am a big believer that most of the work is done in between sessions, and I am here to help you and your family find something that works best for you.
My ideal client is between the ages of 4 and 18 who is struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. Children and adolescents need a safe space to express their emotions and develop coping strategies in order to reduce symptoms, improve functioning in daily life, and achieve long-term emotional well-being. I also love working with families who want to be involved in the therapeutic process. I am a big believer that most of the work is done in between sessions, and I am here to help you and your family find something that works best for you.
Emily Braun
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stuck? Do you want more for yourself but are unsure how? Life is full of challenges. Fortunately, you do not have to face these challenges alone. I work with adults, adolescents, and children who are challenged by depressive symptoms, anxiousness symptoms, and relationship challenges. My goals are for you to feel seen, heard, challenged, and accompanied throughout the healing journey. As a counselor, I believe that each individual is a whole person worthy of healing, growth, and flourishing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stuck? Do you want more for yourself but are unsure how? Life is full of challenges. Fortunately, you do not have to face these challenges alone. I work with adults, adolescents, and children who are challenged by depressive symptoms, anxiousness symptoms, and relationship challenges. My goals are for you to feel seen, heard, challenged, and accompanied throughout the healing journey. As a counselor, I believe that each individual is a whole person worthy of healing, growth, and flourishing.
Chenell Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76017 (Online Only)
I'm glad you're here and I appreciate you taking the time to find out more about me. I'm here to help in any way I can through whatever challenges you're currently facing. And I do realize that living day to day in and of itself can present insurmountable challenges. Please know my passion is helping people, all people. It doesn't matter if you're seeking services for yourself, a child, a teen, young adult or an elderly loved one. My concern is not with race, religion or sexual orientation. I am concerned with providing each individual a safe space to share, grow and reach the ultimate goal of a peaceful and satisfying life.
I'm glad you're here and I appreciate you taking the time to find out more about me. I'm here to help in any way I can through whatever challenges you're currently facing. And I do realize that living day to day in and of itself can present insurmountable challenges. Please know my passion is helping people, all people. It doesn't matter if you're seeking services for yourself, a child, a teen, young adult or an elderly loved one. My concern is not with race, religion or sexual orientation. I am concerned with providing each individual a safe space to share, grow and reach the ultimate goal of a peaceful and satisfying life.
Jan Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75229
Are you struggling with making a change but afraid to make that step? Are you in a relationship that's painful, or do you find yourself surrounded by friends but have no one to talk to? I've worked with hundreds of clients just like this and I can help you. Hi, I'm Dr. Jan Scott and I've had a successful psychotherapy practice in the Dallas-Forth area for over 40 years, and I would love to hear about your unique needs.
Are you struggling with making a change but afraid to make that step? Are you in a relationship that's painful, or do you find yourself surrounded by friends but have no one to talk to? I've worked with hundreds of clients just like this and I can help you. Hi, I'm Dr. Jan Scott and I've had a successful psychotherapy practice in the Dallas-Forth area for over 40 years, and I would love to hear about your unique needs.
Francelle Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Society Today is faced with multiple Life stressors ranging from Financial, Marital, Relational, issues with employment and or Life In General. Through Therapy, an Individualized Improvement Plan can be devised and implemented to assist individuals with coping and possibly overcoming the issues they are facing. Adolescents and Teens are complicated, and I am eager to assist. Teen groups are available as well as individualized treatment. Two people working together are always better than one. As a therapist I have learned the more input a client contributes to their therapeutic goals the better the outcomes and success possibility.
Society Today is faced with multiple Life stressors ranging from Financial, Marital, Relational, issues with employment and or Life In General. Through Therapy, an Individualized Improvement Plan can be devised and implemented to assist individuals with coping and possibly overcoming the issues they are facing. Adolescents and Teens are complicated, and I am eager to assist. Teen groups are available as well as individualized treatment. Two people working together are always better than one. As a therapist I have learned the more input a client contributes to their therapeutic goals the better the outcomes and success possibility.
Teresa Bartnicki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willow Park, TX 76087
Challenges, conflict and change are inevitable. Many of our thoughts, choices, behaviors and patterns develop as an adaptive response to our personal experiences and adversities. However, sometimes these same thoughts, behaviors and patterns stop working for us and become maladaptive. We feel "stuck." They become a great source of distress for us and for those around us. My goal is to provide a safe, warm, supportive environment for individuals to explore and gain insight into their thoughts, behaviors and patterns, reassess their usefulness and explore and establish healthier, more effective alternatives.
Challenges, conflict and change are inevitable. Many of our thoughts, choices, behaviors and patterns develop as an adaptive response to our personal experiences and adversities. However, sometimes these same thoughts, behaviors and patterns stop working for us and become maladaptive. We feel "stuck." They become a great source of distress for us and for those around us. My goal is to provide a safe, warm, supportive environment for individuals to explore and gain insight into their thoughts, behaviors and patterns, reassess their usefulness and explore and establish healthier, more effective alternatives.
Allison Tardif Art Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT , LPC, ATR-BC, CLAT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225 (Online Only)
www.allisontardif.com Licensed in TX, CT, VA. As a Licensed Professional Counselor & Board Certified Art Therapist, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate self-awareness, growth, and change. Engaging in therapy requires courage. My approach is strength based, client centered, mind body focused, and holistically grounded. As an art therapist, clients have the option to engage in art therapy (but not required). No art experience is required. The creative process and artwork are explored to uncover insight into thoughts & feelings.
www.allisontardif.com Licensed in TX, CT, VA. As a Licensed Professional Counselor & Board Certified Art Therapist, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate self-awareness, growth, and change. Engaging in therapy requires courage. My approach is strength based, client centered, mind body focused, and holistically grounded. As an art therapist, clients have the option to engage in art therapy (but not required). No art experience is required. The creative process and artwork are explored to uncover insight into thoughts & feelings.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.