Life brings worries, stresses, and sadness. The sheer emotional pain of it all can damage your mental well-being if you don’t know how to deal with the challenges you face. You lose interest in the things that once made you happy. You feel like running away into isolation.
Vernon hosts the Summer’s Last Blast car show each year. If the car of your life is a dreadful wreck, it’s time to make some changes. You need help to know where to start. Talk to a counselor in the Vernon area to put the shine back in your world.

Ryan Smith
I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas and have years of experience working with a variety mental health issues and ages. I have specialized in working with the LGBTQ population, with anything from helping people through the process of figuring out their identity to relationship counseling to coping with any oppression they might face. I began my career working with individuals with anger management needs and currently have an extensive amount of experience with families and helping parents through any issues they might be facing. I have knowledge and practice of many prominent counseling theories, and will adapt my counseling approach to your needs and goals. I tend to implement a solution-focused approach in order to not only hone in on what your goals are, but also to get you to those goals as quickly as possible. I enjoy using cognitive-behavioral techniques to confront anything that is standing in the way of your goals and to promote positive thinking. I am a kind-hearted and a very open-minded counselor, and am proud to be accepting of all walks of life. I am able to incorporate religion-based counseling, but am also open to individuals that are anti-religious. I am eager to help you achieve your goals and would love to hear what concerns you have. Looking for help is a monumental step towards change and I hope that I can work beside you through the next steps!

Iris Bilan
Hello, my name is Iris Bilan and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling with over nine years’ experience. I am clinically trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Therapy as well as EMDR Trauma Therapy. I work with adult men and women. I practice with the belief that understanding mental health wellness is critical to total physical, emotional and spiritual health, so I am available to help you achieve that goal. I prefer to assist you on phone or video sessions only. I help people who experience depression/anxiety, addiction problems, couples therapy, relationship issues, family conflict, PTSD, and problems with life stage transitions. Most times these difficulties come with additional problems and challenges so I can assist you with strategies/solutions to your immediate stressors. Recognizing mindfulness as the primary source of peace and serenity I can support you staying in the moment without fear of the future or dread over the past.

Colana Sanders
Hello there, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my career, I've addressed a wide range of concerns, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues, family conflicts, self-esteem issues, parenting challenges, academic struggles, and substance use. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Master of Education in Student Affairs Counseling from Southern Arkansas University. My counseling style is non-judgmental, genuine, and optimistic. I truly love the work that I do and will do everything I can to be helpful, even if that means connecting you with additional resources or referrals. As I often say: 'If I’m not being helpful, I’m not fulfilling my purpose.' My approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing techniques. I commend you for taking this step towards a better you. I would love to spend some time understanding your needs and discussing how we can work together. Sincerely, Colana Sanders, M.Ed, MS, LPC-S, LCDCI

Mark Gutierrez
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. My work is directed by a desire is to help people experience emotional growth with stronger forms of self-regulation. My goal is to help people establish the foundation(s) that will help them create and maintain greater coping skills. The strengthening of existing personal skills will help a person deal with the difficult events and stressors of their past more successfully. The creation of new skills is life impacting. These new skills will help guide a person as he/she moves toward positive experiences while leaving the negative past behind. I feel the relationship between a counselor and client is extremely important. My counseling style demonstrates compassionate, affirmation, flexibility, and fairness. I personally feel that healing happens best within an environment of kindness, trust, and understanding. I have more that fifteen years in the Education fields. My work has consistently been with people with differing backgrounds, histories, and experiences. I have worked with people of different ethnicities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and mental health issues. I have worked with many individuals that have personally experienced or have been exposed to various forms of Trauma and Traumatic events. Education: Masters in Education, Licensed Professional Counselor. Specialty: Establishing skills that foster emotional regulation Dealing with stress, anxiety Understanding sadness and depression Understanding low self-esteem issues Compassion fatigue LGBT struggles Bullying and conflict PTSD Trauma and Vicarious Trauma Teen Challenges Clinical Approaches: CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy

Karen Walker
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working as therapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems. I have worked with many couples for relationship repair, communication skills, and pre-marital counseling. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, without judgment. My approach combines person centered, solution focused counseling styles. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Sheila Vaz
I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & 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. 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.

Dr. Anne Worth
Facing life changes? Experiencing conflict in your relationships or struggling with addiction? Wondering why you are here and feeling unmotivated? I have years of professional and spiritual training to help you answer these questions and to empower you to remove obstacles that prevent you from becoming your "best self." I am a doctoral-level licensed professional counselor specialing in spiritual issues, family and relationship conflict, and addiction. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and school/career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will help you create a personal mission statement that will direct you toward the goals that meet your unique and specific needs. I am an author, speaker, and personal /spiritual-growth workshop presenter. I look forward to helping you find your passion and balance.

Sara Powell
I am licensed in Texas. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, & 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!

Laurel Tate
I am licensed in Texas with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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.

Erica Zilbermann
I am licensed in Texas with roughly 6 years of professional work experience. My ideal client is simply anyone willing to do the work and hungry for change. I have several years of experience working in an inpatient psychiatric facility where I have had the opportunity to become familiar working with patients with serious cases of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse Disorders as well as Psychotic disorders. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy I support and assist those willing to make a positive difference in their lives. I pride myself in providing a safe and supportive space, to work side by side to overcome traumas, and other barriers.I am fully committed to listen and offer my best professional practices to help you. I am fun, quick witted, non-judgmental and warm; I am often told that people just feel very safe sharing with me quickly. You can count on my empathetic and person-centered approach towards every conversation we take part in. Thank you for taking the first step and for allowing me to be part of this very important journey. I look forward to meeting you!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Vernon
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Vernon available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Vernon therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Vernon therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Vernon region and in the state of Texas.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Vernon can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Vernon may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.