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35  therapists available in Irving

Austin

I passionately believe that every person has individual needs and challenges, and it's vital to develop a treatment focus and trea...

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McKinney

As a young adult, I understand the overwhelming feeling of life stressors and transitions as pressures of the past, present, and f...

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Houston

Sometimes you just need a break from doing ALL. THE. THINGS. If you’re the type of person that feels like you're drowning and gets...

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San Antonio

I chose a career in counseling because I’m passionate about helping others, committed to promoting social justice, upholding ethic...

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San Antonio

Having experienced personal trauma and loss, I have a deep, authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances affect us—an...

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Midland

I use a warm, client-centered clinical approach, working collaboratively with you to address challenges and support meaningful cha...

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Spring

As a Hispanic female who overcame multiple social barriers along the way, I can relate and empathize with people who lack and seek...

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Georgetown

As an African American male who has personally experienced ADHD and anxiety, I understand how stress can make tasks feel overwhel...

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League City

As a member of the disability community, I know that the world is a beautiful place because of our differences. As a therapist, it...

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Lubbock

I am happy that you are beginning your journey toward a balanced life and I am honored to support you....

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Pasadena

Welcome! Congratulations on making it this far. Counseling is what you make it, so let's make it work....

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Austin

I listen without judgement, and as a Black woman who grew up in a rural community in East Texas, I know firsthand how powerful it ...

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Lubbock

After over 2 decades of providing counseling support, I maintain the same goal I started my career with – making sure everyone has...

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Grand Prairie

I believe healing begins with being truly seen and heard, so I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their ...

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Houston

I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and understood, and my goal as a therapist is to create a space where you can sho...

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Midland

As a woman of color, I understand seeking counseling can be a hard step to take for anyone. I want to make this process for you. I...

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Cypress

My work exposure in different settings and among multicultural populations has taught me that everyone has what I call a "life bac...

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College Station

I hold a special place in my heart for children and adolescents navigating day-to-day life challenges, and I am honored to walk al...

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Lubbock

As a Latin woman, I have had many experiences that enhance my clinical skills....

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Houston

As a person with a broad amount of experiences, I believe my eclectic approach to therapy can help others move forward...

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Houston

As a 56-year-old single mother who has a wealth of experience, I understand life never goes as planned, or as desired....

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Missouri City

As a Black woman and trauma-informed therapist, I create a space where authenticity, cultural identity, and emotional healing can ...

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Pearland

I believe we all need someone to talk to at various times in our lives and I would like to be that safe person for you....

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The Woodlands

Based on my experience, passion, and licensing, I am able to offer a diverse set of counseling services and serve in many capaciti...

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Fort Worth

I have been in a place where it felt that a storm of problems was all there is to life, and I know that together we can find at le...

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McKinney

With my vast experience, I provide a neutral ground to individuals and families to grow and strengthen themselves and each other....

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McKinney

As a professional counselor with more than 19 years experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I have helped people wit...

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San Antonio

Hola, my name is Monica. I was born in Mexico and I am proud to call San Antonio my home for over 20 years now....

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Arlington

You see what living in today's world requires. What used to work doesn't make sense anymore, but the demands of change and maintai...

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Cypress

As a black Christian woman, I understand the areas of pain, fight, heartache, and forgiveness that have allowed me to specialize i...

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Houston

As a married mother of a middle schooler and a disabled high schooler, I certainly understand trying to do it all while maintainin...

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College Station

As a bilingual psychologist shaped by my upbringing as the daughter of immigrant parents, I approach therapy with cultural humilit...

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Cypress

As an educator, wife, and mother, I understand the struggles that may occur whether at school, work, or home....

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McKinney

"You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face." –Eleanor Roose...

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The Woodlands

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping clients find their best self....

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Jalisa Storey

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What is your go-to approach for family therapy?

A go-to approach for family therapy is narrative therapy. This approach focuses on the stories families tell about their lives and relationships. It aims to help families re-author their narratives in a more positive and empowering way.

What tools do you teach in family therapy?

Tools used in narrative family therapy include:

  • Externalization: Helping family members view problems as separate from themselves.
  • Unique outcomes.
  • Identifying moments when the problem did not dominate the dynamic and exploring these exceptions.
  • Re-authoring: Developing new, more empowering stories about the family's experiences.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in family therapy?

A client is making meaningful progress in family therapy when they can separate their personal narrative from information that has been shared in-session by other family members. This allows for free-flowing communication.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement family therapy?

To supplement family therapy, families can practice communication skills using “I” statements and playing card games that encourage communication, such as “We're not really strangers.”

What should someone do to prepare for starting family therapy?

To prepare for family therapy, the family should research and agree on the therapist that they select, reflect on issues they would like to discuss, and have an openness to change.

Starting Family therapy in Irving

What is family therapy?

Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.

How does family therapy work?

Thriveworks family therapists in Irving, TX usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.

What is the most effective family therapy?

The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.

How do I know if my family needs therapy?

This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.

What is included in family therapy?

In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.

What is the success rate of family therapy?

Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.

Is family therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in Irving, TX offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does family therapy last?

Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.

Need more help deciding?

Family therapy is an important resource for people struggling to work things out with their family. While addressing these issues may involve a certain level of discomfort, it can also have a profound impact on your life in both the short and long term.

If you’re experiencing conflict with family members and are ready to make a change, consider reaching out to our professional family counselors at Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry in Irving, TX.

Should I Go to Therapy for Family Issues?

There is no right or wrong time to seek out family therapy. Every family is different, and what may feel comfortable for you may be unbearable for someone else. When considering family therapy, it can help to ask yourself the following questions:

  • Do you find yourself having the same arguments over and over again without any real resolution?
  • Do you feel resentful towards your family for something that happened years ago?
  • Are you avoiding family functions because you feel judged or simply can’t get along with other family members?
  • Has your relationship with your children been negatively impacted by a divorce, a major life transition, or a death in the family?
  • Is a physical illness or mental health issue causing difficulties for the rest of the family?

If you are facing difficult issues and would like the insight of a trained professional, you may benefit from the perspective and guidance of our counselors.

People decide to start family therapy for a variety of reasons. These are just a few of the specific issues that prompt people to seek out family therapy:

  • Parenting issues
  • Communication difficulties
  • Death in the family
  • Mental illness
  • Substance abuse or addiction
  • Big life changes
  • Divorce or separation
  • Long-term grudges or resentments
  • Arguments that don’t resolve
  • Behavioral problems
  • Trauma or abuse

If you find yourself in a tricky family situation and feel “stuck,” speaking to an experienced family counselor can be the first step towards healing. The compassionate mental health professionals at Thriveworks Counseling in Irving, TX are here to help.

What Is the Difference Between Family Counseling and Family Therapy?

In terms of processes and function, family counseling and family therapy are essentially the same. The two terms are often used interchangeably.

If there is any difference to account for between the two, it would be the credentialing implied by each term. Though therapists and counselors have very similar functions, their technical titles are different. 

Degrees for therapy and those for counseling are different, which means that the education and qualifications earned in each degree or position are somewhat different, though they both perform the essential function of providing what we know as “therapy.”

Family Therapy: How It Works

No two families are exactly alike. Our family therapists take time to get to know your family and understand your unique dynamics before creating a customized path forward. You’ll be able to talk about your worries and feelings in a safe, confidential environment. Your therapist can help facilitate difficult conversations, mediate conflicts, and heal deep wounds.

Family counseling can help your family get through a difficult period, but it can also teach you long-lasting skills that you can take with you into the future. You may learn how to validate your family members, solve problems more effectively, and communicate in a nonjudgmental manner. Step by step, you can build stronger bonds with your loved ones and develop more meaningful relationships.

Is There Family Therapy Near Me? Family Therapy at Thriveworks in Irving, TX

If your family is facing some level of disharmony or struggle, our family counselors at Thriveworks in Irving, TX are here to help. We offer in-person or virtual appointments so you can better fit family therapy sessions into everyone’s schedule.

We also offer day and evening hours during the week and on weekends. If you want to improve communication and strengthen your family relationships, experienced counselors are standing by at Thriveworks Counseling in Irving, TX.

Schedule an appointment today at (972) 573-9978.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Irving accept 55 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | Blue Advantage HMO (BAV)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | MyBlue (BFT)

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Self-pay costs at Irving
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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$1

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
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Everything is going great so far has been very helpful.
Payton Jun 2025
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Very understanding, helpful, respectful and positive! I absolutely love going through thriveworks for therapy and for my psychiatrist! Every time I talk to family or friends about mental health and how to get help, I always direct them to thriveworks. I have tried other companies and entities and no one is even remotely as professional as you guys! Thank you for everything y'all do! Shout out Dr. Grace Fultang and Ragan Cantrell!
Read more Very understanding, helpful, respectful and positive! I absolutely love going through thriveworks for therapy and for my psychiatrist! Every time I talk to family or friends about mental health and how to get help, I always direct them to thriveworks. I have tried other companies and entities and no one is even remotely as professional as you guys! Thank you for everything y'all do! Shout out Dr. Grace Fultang and Ragan Cantrell!
Jonathan Jun 2025
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I appreciate how the therapist breaks down things to my understanding
Janelle Jun 2025
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The fact that it's a conversation instead of a session. Also, the fact that I'm receiving insight that's helpful for real life situations
Kerry Jun 2025
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Everything is smooth and comfortable.
Patrisha Jun 2025
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The knowledge that she beings. She gives encouragement and understanding and professionalism that she brings.
Sharon Jun 2025
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Empathy & compassion from Trendolyn. . Real concern. She understands life from my perspective.
Iris Jun 2025
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I really like how Nicovis Bradley listens and then brings things into perspective without judgment.
Yalonda Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Irving, TX is off of the corner of Royal Lane and MacArthur Blvd. We are located near In-N-Out Burger and Wingstop. We share an office with Z Diagnostics, and Las Colinas Dental, among other businesses.

Phone number

(972) 573-9978

Languages spoken by TX providers

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