My approach to therapy is client-centered: I believe clients are the experts on their lives and determine the direction and depth of therapy.
I employ an Integrative therapeutic lens, on multiple treatment modalities to help clients identify strengths and to develop treatment plans that accomplish their goals. Some clients may find they need short-term therapy. In these situations, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) may be used. Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) assists clients in exploring what they are doing well and how to focus on solutions to situations rather than focus on problems. SFBT strategies help clients to set goals and visualize what areas may be preventing them from moving forward in a current situation. SFBT provides tools that are measurable helping clients focus short and long term goals.
I am a trauma certified therapist utilizing approaches that works to ground the individual through mindfulness techniques, Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TSY) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to work through traumatic experiences and how these may show up or be held in the body. Each of these approaches can bring awareness to their body and how it holds memories or emotions that don't make sense such as anxiety, sadness, numbness, insecurity and even happiness. I work with clients to identify and using an exploratory approach to help bring forth awareness and healing as they learn to understand how these experiences may be causing conflict or confusion in their life.
Others may find they need guidance from a cognitive approach, in these instances we may employ use Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in our work together. Through the use of CBT, clients replace negative or dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more realistic positive thoughts and behaviors. Clients may find through applying CBT practices that a change in thinking can lead to a change in behaviors.
DBT may be applied when a client feels they need help with emotional control and within their relationships. DBT has four modes of focus including mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation with the goal of teaching clients how to cope with emotional distress in a positive, more productive ways.
Outside of my work as a therapist, I am working to become a Trauma Sensitive Yoga Teacher (TSY) and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). I enjoy spending time with my husband and family. I also enjoy reading, biking practicing yoga, and traveling to new places learning about different cultures.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 66823
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So far rhea has been great and offered me some great resources.
Written on Oct 05, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Working with Rhea has changed my life for the better. She has taught me coping skills that help me through everyday. Her patience, kindness and compassion provides a safe environment to talk about your story; that was I first for me, so I highly recommend if you get a chance to work with Rhea definitely say yes.
Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Rhea is absolutely fantastic, her listening skills are amazing, and she really tries to make me feel comfortable sharing everything during our sessions. She's like a professional friend :) that makes me feel at ease when talking to her while always having great ideas as to what I can do to make my life easier. Thank you, Rhea!
Written on Aug 26, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I just completed my 3 session with Rhea. I am really happy with her and how she is helping me. Some of the things I have come to her with feel small and insignificant, but they are big for me and she always listens with an open heart. She is giving me the specific tools I have asked for to deal with things I am struggling with.
Written on Aug 03, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Rhea became my therapist at a very eventful time of these guys past few years. She has been a great guide for me to navigate difficult times and keeping my optimism up. She knows so many techniques and strategies to conquer very specific situations and I’m very thankful for that. But what I appreciate the most is when I explain any situation she listen so attentively she will tell you what she understood and give inputs about the situation that are insightful and helpful. I feel supported, guided and heard. I’m excited to keep working with her on my progress.
Written on Aug 02, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Rhea is a great counselor, she has been helping me so much. Thank you!
Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Rhea for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd