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As a mother, woman of color, and daughter of senior parents, I deeply understand the challenges, transitions, and emotions that co...
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As a mother, woman of color, and daughter of senior parents, I deeply understand the challenges, transitions, and emotions that come with balancing the many stages and roles of life—and I bring that understanding into the care and compassion I offer my clients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 28 years of experience providing care to diverse populations across Texas. My work has focused on supporting adults, seniors, and individuals living with chronic illness through compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based care. I strive to create an inclusive, safe, and empowering environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and discover meaningful paths toward emotional well-being and personal growth.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Tulane University, where I began developing my clinical behavioral foundations and methodologies. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, and psychoeducation to create personalized treatment plans that align with each client’s unique needs and goals.
I am dedicated to fostering healing and self-discovery by helping clients develop coping strategies and strengthen their emotional awareness. My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood, empowered, and encouraged to make meaningful, lasting changes.
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I want to congratulate you for taking this important step. Finding the right fit can be difficult, but I am here to listen, help y...
I want to congratulate you for taking this important step. Finding the right fit can be difficult, but I am here to listen, help you reduce stress, and support you in cultivating the life you not only desire but truly deserve as we begin your healing journey together.
Shondreka Amos is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience in the field. Shondreka has provided support across adolescent group homes, emergency shelters, and psychiatric hospitals. Her work includes helping individuals and families navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, child abuse, neglect, and relationship issues through couples counseling.
She holds a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Shondreka uses an integrative approach and advocates for learning healthy coping skills. She believes that while life presents inevitable obstacles, setbacks, and challenges, healing begins by learning how to navigate and process those experiences effectively.
You’ve already taken the brave step of seeking support. Take the next one—Shondreka will partner with you to focus on your needs and goals, using proven strategies and techniques tailored to help you overcome challenges and build resilience.
As a veteran woman of color I understand the complexities of navigating and sustaining healthy relationships....
As a veteran woman of color I understand the complexities of navigating and sustaining healthy relationships.
Ashley Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Ashley is passionate about helping individuals, families, and couples develop effective coping skills to successfully navigate relational challenges. She specializes in depression, relationships, domestic abuse, coping skills, family conflict, and women's issues. Ashley leverages her professional knowledge to empower, educate, and inspire individuals, families, and couples to become the best version of themselves.
Ashley completed her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Our Lady of the Lake University and her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is a U.S. Army veteran who understands the demands and stressors of military life and culture. Ashley is trained in Violence Prevention and Intervention, Life Coaching, and LGBTQ Safe Zone. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
The quality of our future is determined by the choices we make today. Ashley is confident in her ability to guide you through a powerful, mind-shifting process in a safe therapeutic environment. If you are ready to do the work to enhance the quality of your life, schedule an appointment with her today!
As an educator, wife, and mother, I understand the struggles that may occur whether at school, work, or home....
As an educator, wife, and mother, I understand the struggles that may occur whether at school, work, or home.
Jermin Guirguis is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She is a teacher with ample experience working with children and families. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Jermin specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and major life transitions.
Jermin completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University. Jermin uses multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), rational emotive behavior therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
We all go through challenges in life. Jermin is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach to treating depression is CBT. I prefer CBT because I have found it is easy to understand and it explores the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behavior as they relate to personality and lived experiences.
I use a biopsychosocial assessment and concepts such as unhelpful thought patterns, stress response, challenging negative thought patterns, and behavioral activation.
I know a client is making meaningful progress when they begin to understand what is contributing to their depression and take active steps to reduce their symptoms.
Clients can supplement their time in depression counseling by doing the homework suggested by the therapist, monitoring their thoughts and behaviors, and doing workbooks or reading books related to their issues.
To prepare for your first depression counseling session, you can research providers to see if they have expertise in your issues, get clear about your symptoms, and begin to think about what you want to get out of therapy.
Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Cypress, TX will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in Cypress, TX is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Depression may have unique triggers and symptoms, depending on the person. However, for many people, depression may manifest itself as:
When you sit down to talk to a mental health professional at Thriveworks in Cypress, TX you’ll have the opportunity to explain how you’re feeling. Your provider will listen to you, and then use your feedback to help you better understand and manage your depression.
Your treatment will vary depending on your personal preferences, as well as the severity of your depression. For some people with more manageable cases of depression, talking to a therapist or psychologist offers a great way to cope with their painful symptoms, and can help them learn ways to mitigate depression’s effect on their daily life.
For other clients, especially those with more disruptive instances of depression, psychiatric care is often the preferred choice. A psychiatric NP can offer a unique treatment method involving prescription medication with the possibility of incorporated therapy, as well.
Yes, and your provider’s treatment methods may also depend on the type of depression that you’re diagnosed with. It’s important to note that there are many different types of depression, but some of the most common that our providers can treat include:
Call our office in Cypress, TX if you feel like talking with a mental health professional about your depression could make a difference. Opening up to a provider who cares may make a big difference.
With the help of our scheduling team, everything from setting up your insurance to finding the perfect mental health professional is made easier. Call or schedule online with Thriveworks in Cypress, TX. You can thrive—we can help.
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