Therapists in 77027

It can be scary to reach out to a therapist because you want to make sure you can find someone who can connect with you or understand your family dynamics. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, young adults and parents. If you are a parent of a teen in therapy I will keep you involved in the process. If you are a parent, family or an individual who is seeking a therapist that places a high value on providing a safe judgment free zone I look forward to working with you and guiding you to realize your capacity for growth. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and I look forward to getting to know you and your story!

I am a former high school teacher and high school/middle school counselor. I recently earned my LPC-A to broaden my reach and work with adults of all ages. My previous work in a school setting has given me great insight on the vast stressors and emotions experienced by adolescents and young adults. Through compassionate counseling, I enjoy helping others discover their own strengths and abilities. I strive to see people of all ages break through fears and anxieties and discover their true potential in a safe and judgment-free environment. I love to walk clients through difficult transitions and discover joy on the other side.

My passion is working with women and girls, helping them to see their own unique beauty, understand their worth, and understand the importance of creating a vision for their lives. My specialties include but are not limited to women’s issues, trauma and depression. My experience has included working with clients in community mental health, correctional settings, and the adult and juvenile justice systems. These experiences have provided me with the tools needed to work with a broad range of issues and with persons from diverse backgrounds and challenging circumstances.

Our goal is to help people live more meaningful and satisfying lives. We strive to provide individualized, effective care for the greater Houston area. Life can be complicated, but we are here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. We offer counseling, psychotherapy, psychological testing and comprehensive assessments. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

What makes building and maintaining a personal relationship so difficult? It can be many things. Past and present experiences, patterns that you can't seem to break out of, childhood traumas, family influences, abuse (sexual, emotional or physical), post-traumatic stress issues, or your own expectations and anxieties. All of these factors can affect your relationships with family, friends and romantic partners.

I look at mental health from an integrative perspective. People are best understood and change is best maintained by taking into account all aspects of a person including physical health, genetic influences, cultural identities, behavioral patterns and past experiences. My therapeutic approach emphasizes an appreciation for the complexity and uniqueness of all of my clients. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and actions, so that you can better understand yourself and obtain direction on how to grow. I will collaborate with you to create an individualized treatment plan based on your specific needs.

Despite the weight of their struggles, my ideal client possesses an inherent resilience and a willingness to confront discomfort in the pursuit of growth. They are open to exploring the underlying roots of their challenges, recognizing that insight and self-awareness are essential catalysts for meaningful change. My ideal client is not seeking quick fixes or band-aid solutions but is committed to engaging in a collaborative therapeutic process characterized by curiosity, authenticity, and vulnerability.

I am an experienced and trusted therapist helping individuals and couples for the past 21 years. My psychotherapy approach keeps in mind that human experience is a combination of both the rational and known, and also the unconscious and unseen aspects of ourselves. Through a collaborative nonjudgmental effort, we will together explore the limiting perspectives, thoughts, habits, and behaviors that leave you feeling dissatisfied with yourself and your relationships. I have experience working with a broad range of issues and people.

The best therapy is a playful blend of science and relationship. My approach is transparent and direct, getting to the heart of the matter quickly. I use lots of neuroscience to help educate my clients about why and how we should communicate in relationships. My style is unique because I will use lots of humor to encourage us as we navigate each painful spot in your life. The end goal of my treatment is practical as well as compassionate - helping you become more present with others as well as with yourself. I see our work together as the beginning of a transformative process, a collaboration to create meaningful change.

Dr. D Ivan Young is an ICF Master Certified Coach specializing in innovative, evidence, and research-based coaching for degreed professionals, entrepreneurs, public figures, and high net worth individuals and families. Recognized as one of America's top Behavioral and Relationship experts, Dr. Young is a highly sought Life Coach and Public Speaker.

The need for help is a deep instinct that dwells in each of us. There are times in our lives when we face challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, trapped, frustrated, confused, depressed, or anxious. When we reach this point, it is natural to look for direction and support from the people and world around us. If you are feeling at a loss, afraid or frustrated, or if you are struggling with a difficult change in your life, psychotherapy can help move you toward a greater sense of well-being and empowerment.

What you do is never quite enough, is it? There’s no magical phrase that really transmits to others your full context and your deeper intentions. Maybe a good bit of anger, frustration and/or anxiety shows up because, well, how could it not…but of course this puts you at a disadvantage because you’re not clear headed anymore. If I asked, "What do you want?" Would you be able to tell me? Not what you want of others, but what you want of yourself. The hope is to regain and strengthen your sense of self with as little collateral damage as possible. What would that look like?

The journey of life can be happy & promising. However, if your life has begun to feel like a never ending battle, circumstances and issues overwhelm you, feelings of depression or anxiety burden you, important relationships have broken down, abuse or traumatic events are robbing you of peace, I am here to offer compassion, guidance and a ‘safe place’ to share your deepest wounds or concerns. In these very uncertain times, many families and individuals are under a great deal of extra stress, putting further strain on relationships and problems that already existed.

Every person has the potential to live with more freedom, joy, ease, and love, and therapy supports us to realize this potential. Many of my clients have experienced various forms of trauma — including wounding that has occurred in intimate relationships, their family of origin, or during their childhood — and yearn to heal from these experiences and find healthier ways of dealing with challenges. I help individuals to find more peace, contentment, and confidence in their lives, increase their resilience in the face of difficulty, ponder their own meaning and purpose, and deepen their connection to themselves and others.