Therapists in Buffalo Gap, TX

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) and a Certified Life Coach. I have practiced for over 8 years in the Houston area, with a host of amazing people just like you. I work with individuals to assist them in overcoming the difficult periods in their lives. I will assist you to achieve your goals by providing a warm, compassionate, caring and safe place for you to express your concerns. A few of the areas I focus on are depression, anxiety, anger management, coping skills and parenting education. It takes a lot of courage to seek therapy and I admire your courage to face the challenges in your life. I encourage you to continue forward to explore how therapy can assist you. You will receive compassionate, effective therapy in a safe, comfortable, supportive environment. You will experience non-judgment, acceptance, and hope through the exploration of the therapeutic process with a therapist who is attentive, focused and understanding. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach and tailor therapy to each person. You are on your way to better health and wellness and I commend you for taking this step. I am looking forward to working with you!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 14 years of experience in direct counseling and case management. I have worked with couples, families and individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, relationship issues, grief and transitional adjustments. I am a Certified Grief Educator (trained by David Kessler). It can feel lonely when you are grieving - whether that is the death of a loved one, loss of a relationship, etc. I am available to be beside you during this journey. I believe in creating a warm and inviting space for clients to feel comfortable and safe to share their experiences in their own time. I practice solution focused, client centered, narrative, motivational interviewing and systems approach style in therapy. I want to help you in your journey of self-discovery, developing positive coping skills and hope. I am a wife and mother of two. I have experienced traumatic experiences such as having my first born being a premature baby and experienced a wide range of emotions during that time. I have also experienced grief when my mother passed away and know how such a loss and change in extended family dynamics impacts your immediate family. Each experience and role I am in, shapes who I am and my journey as wife, mother, friend and therapist.

Hello! My name is Maricruz; I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I earned my Master’s Degree in Counseling in December 2010 from Angelo State University. Over the years, I have the privilege of working with school-age children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I have provided individual and group therapy. I have a passion for working with individuals who want to improve their lifestyles and find meaning in their lives. I strive to instill hope, perseverance, and biblical truth to help clients reach their goals. My therapeutic experience combines Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Biblical Counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I see my clients as unique individuals and tailor my techniques and approach to meet their specific needs. Congratulations, you have made the most important step towards improving your life. I look forward to working with you and helping you in your new journey to a better version of yourself! SPECIALTIES: Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Family/ Couples Conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Also experienced in: Parenting issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment Issues, Caregiver Issues, and Stress.

I understand what it feels like to experience anxiety, sadness, grief/loss, work stress, negative rumination, and role- overload. I have benefited greatly from counseling myself. It takes courage to pursue change; disrupt negative cycles; learn to respond and stop reacting; learn to communicate effectively; heal from trauma; heal from abuse; disrupt co-dependency patterns and dysfunctional relationship dynamics; just to name a few of life's tumultuous experiences. First, I applaud you for taking this courageous step to wholeness, you are seeking change and self-discovery. Hope is the "antidote." If you are looking for a safe space to begin a journey of discovery, change, growth, or healing, you have come to the right place. I pride myself on being empathetic and an active listener. I hold a doctorate, bachelor's, and master's degree. I have over twenty years of clinical counseling. Although I am certified in CBT cognitive behavior therapy, I pride myself on being eclectic, because I know that each client is unique. I also enjoy using a holistic approach to wellness. I am here to support and empower you in your journey and pursuit of change. I have extensive experience helping clients struggling with: depression; anxiety; OCD; Bipolar; stress; excessive worrying- negative rumination; relaxation difficulties; role overload; and communication difficulties (e.g. active listening skills, seeking clarity, getting an understanding; addressing mental filtering; and mind reading); and improving interactions with others.

I am licensed in Texas with over 10 years of professional counseling experience. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained with Gottman Couples Counseling Level 3. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment to empower change in lives. I believe counseling is a collaborative process to guide you on the journey of positive change and new directions. I utilize multiple counseling modalities to enhance your therapy experience such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, and Person Center Counseling to give you tools to empower life changes. I am passionate to guide you on this journey for new directions. Thank you for having the courage to take the first step in new life directions!

I have been working in the field of counseling for 14 years. I have experience in many different aspects of the field including residential treatment, inpatient/crisis intervention, substance abuse, probation, and private practice. I believe therapy is beneficial to everyone and should be easily accessible. Deciding to take a step to make a better life for yourself is a huge decision! I look forward to being a part of your journey.

I am licensed in North Carolina, Texas, and Ohio with 5 years of post graduate experience providing clinical assessments and counseling services. Collectively, I have 18 years of combined work experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My experience include helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

After serving as Deputy Director of a Social Services agency for over 20 years I am focusing on the counseling aspect of my work. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 20 years of experience, I have helped clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Texas with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!