Therapists in Holiday Lakes, TX

Counseling may be one of the most amazing journeys that you take in life, and I'd be honored to help guide you as you take those first steps toward greater self-awareness. I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed chemical dependency counselor in Texas with over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in a variety of settings, including a private practice, community mental health center, behavioral health hospital, and adult/juvenile probation departments. I've provided counseling services to adults, children, and adolescents experiencing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, family/marital problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, ODD, Conduct Disorder, substance use disorders, self-harming behaviors, anger control issues, and various personality disorders. I also have experience working with clients who have experienced physical, emotional, and sexual trauma/abuse. My counseling approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and solution-focused therapies and is always tailored to suit the needs of each individual client. I believe in empathy, understanding, respect, trust, and provide a non-judgmental atmosphere in which my clients can grow and discover. I will not pretend that I have all the answers, but I will work to the best of my ability to help you find yours.

"Recognizing that you are not where you want to be is a starting point to begin changing your life." - Deborah Day Hello! Welcome to the Better Help community! I congratulate you for reaching out for help, as this is the first step in taking control of your life. My name is Zvonka Jakopovic. My colleagues and clients usually call me Dr. J. I am a mental health professional with almost 30 years of experience working with adults and adolescents in various settings. I earned my masters and my doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Counseling, but I have an extensive experience providing individual and group counseling as well. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My goal is to aid clients in developing the psychological tools needed to deal with complicated feelings and situations. I look forward to seeing you overcome obstacles and sharing your journey with you! ________________________________________ SPECIALTIES • Stress, Anxiety • Trauma • Grief and loss • Depression • Self-esteem • Family/couple issues • Dealing with chronic/terminal health issues Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Gottman Method, Family Systems Therapy. Years of Experience: 29 Also experienced in: Relationship issues, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Communication problems, Mood Disorders, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Panic Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress, End of life issues.

Hello and welcome! I'm Courtney Vastine, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) therapist practicing in Texas. With over 10 years experience providing psychotherapy, it is my passion to help others achieve their goals in life and find more peace of mind. My clinical therapy specialties: anxiety, stress, PTSD, panic attacks, trauma, grief/loss, coping with chronic illness/pain, coping with a cancer diagnosis, career issues, relationship concerns, life changes, divorce/co-parenting issues, and many more concerns. It is my hope to help clients better cope with various life changes and difficult emotions. My approach is client-centered and tailored to your individual needs and goals. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Person-centered approach, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and other therapies. All interventions used are evidence-based and straight-forward to incorporate into your every day life. After clients have worked with me, they often report feeling less stressed and having better coping skills. Difficult times and unexpected changes can happen to any of us in life. It is my hope to help you find more peace. It can be tough even to simply ask for help, so I understand and am here to assist you. Exploring the healing process requires establishing a trusting and an emotionally supportive relationship. Positive change can happen, let's get started working toward it together.

Welcome! My name is Lindsey Stevens, MA, LPC-S. I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and my Master’s in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, as well as a Board Certified LPC Supervisor. I have 10 years experience in the mental health field, 7 of those as a licensed clinician. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Most of my experience is with substance abuse with extensive experience in medication assisted treatment (treating opiate dependence). With warmth, acceptance, and non-judgement, I provide a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and concerns. My goal is to empower them, while also helping them identify and utilize effective coping skills. My approach combines cognitive behavioral and person-centered. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities based on the need of the individual at the present time. My ultimate objective is to provide a safe environment for my clients to speak openly about life's stressors and help them navigate their journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings may be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

My name is Dr. Sonya Anthony DSW, LCSW, CCM. I have my Doctoral Degree in Social Work, along with a certification in case management. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 yrs of community mental health experience combined with over 7 yrs of healthcare experience as a medical social worker. I would like to describe my expertise as having an integrated approach to mental health within an ambulatory care setting. My healthcare experience includes short stay hospitalization, long term acute hospitalization, inpatient rehabilitation, dialysis, cardiac rehab, and more. My mental health experience includes psychotherapy outpatient, intensive in home, and mental health skill building. My overall goal is to provide clinical approaches that are holistic while promoting for an environment that integrates behavioral health in tandem with medical services for individuals, families, and groups.

I began my career as a paralegal with a BA in Sociology with focus in Criminal Justice from the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. After 5 years I realized that I was in the wrong profession and started working towards my Masters in Social Work from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts in 2012. My passion is working with kids and adults to help them learn about their thoughts, feelings and emotions.

I am licensed in California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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.