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I understand that life can be a journey, but it doesn't have to be traveled alone....
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I understand that life can be a journey, but it doesn't have to be traveled alone.
Shaun Richardson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. He specializes in helping others deal with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other challenges. Adopting a humanistic point of view, Shaun recognizes that all clients have unique stories, issues, and concerns. He provides individual, family, and couples counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Shaun received his Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Amberton University. He utilizes existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, Christian counseling, and mindfulness techniques, depending on individual needs and goals.
If you are looking for someone who will listen to, understand, and support you on your journey to your best self, don't hesitate to reach out. Shaun would be honored to work with you!
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I’m here to provide genuine empathy for your journey, and to support you every step of the way as we navigate this path together....
I’m here to provide genuine empathy for your journey, and to support you every step of the way as we navigate this path together.
Ragan Cantrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 3 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationship conflicts, and self-esteem concerns. She is particularly dedicated to partnering with highly motivated clients looking for a safe, supportive environment to achieve their personal goals and provides valuable insight and support for individuals seeking positive change in their lives.
Ragan has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School. In her practice, she employs evidence-based approaches tailored to meet each client's needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy to develop adaptive coping skills.
Reaching out for support can be challenging, but Ragan is committed to providing patience and understanding throughout your healing journey. If you are ready to embark on the path toward becoming your best self, you are in the right place. Ragan looks forward to connecting with you and collaborating to achieve your mental health goals.
Identifying as a person of color and an immigrant who has experienced my own share of mental health and trauma struggles, I value ...
Identifying as a person of color and an immigrant who has experienced my own share of mental health and trauma struggles, I value the importance of a non-judgmental, safe space in order to identify that you are more than your past traumatic experiences.
Srividhya "Srivi" Subramanian is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field and 8 years of experience in the engineering field with her own life experiences with mental health that brought her into the human sector. The skills she developed during her engineering career, such as being a strong team- player, effective problem-solving, combined with empathic communication enabled her to seamlessly venture into the human service sector. Srividhya specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues.
Srivi has a Master's degree in Computer Science from University of Arizona, Tucson and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science & Engineering from Chennai, India. She graduated with her Master's degree in Social Work from Boston University by January 2020. Her experience mainly comes from her lived experiences with mental illness and abuse along with running groups and individual counseling with domestic violence survivors.
Anxiety, depression, relationship or self-esteem issues can manifest in different ways in different people. She will incorporate new skills to move past hardships, while gently undoing any self-defeating patterns. She welcomes you as you are. If you are ready, schedule an appointment with her today.
I find that guiding clients towards awareness of their judgments about mental health helps them be more accepting of their therape...
I find that guiding clients towards awareness of their judgments about mental health helps them be more accepting of their therapeutic journeys
Marci’a Blake is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience in helping people identify the strengths needed to work toward social and emotional resilience. Marci’a has a wide range of skills and specializes in working with adolescents and adults with issues such as mood disorders, generalized anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and boundaries, borderline personality disorder, trauma, adjustment challenges, and substance use disorders. She does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy and tailors care to individuals’ specific needs and goals.
Marci’a has a Master’s in Counseling from the University of Phoenix. She takes an eclectic approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and strengths-based and motivational interviewing strategies. These are complemented by experiential therapy techniques such as role-playing, poetry, journaling, music, and art.
While working with Marci’a, you will be challenged to expand your self-awareness and reframe the negative core beliefs that shape your worldview and influence your mental health. Together, we will understand your history, identify triggers, and develop practices that pave the way for a better version of yourself. Reach out today to get started!
Having spent years struggling with and overcoming depression and anxiety, I am able to provide hope for you....
Having spent years struggling with and overcoming depression and anxiety, I am able to provide hope for you.
Nicovia Bradley is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. She supports individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, social anxiety, communication challenges, low self-esteem, and marital issues. Nicovia understands that these struggles often disrupt the ability to enjoy life and hinder personal growth. Her goal is to assist those who feel stuck, frustrated, agitated, confused, overwhelmed, and hopeless. Nicovia aims to partner with individuals to help remove barriers, obstacles, and stumbling blocks, enabling them to realize their potential and succeed beyond these challenges.
Nicovia has a Master’s in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. She is committed to developing a collaborative relationship where trust is the foundation. Nicovia uses methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, existential therapy, motivational interviewing, Christian counseling, and mindfulness techniques.
Nicovia believes in the transformative power of therapy and the potential for change. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn, Nicovia is here to walk alongside you. She invites you to reach out and take the first step toward a brighter future. Healing and growth are within reach, and Nicovia is ready to get you there.
As a Black American woman of color, Jalisa intimately understands the need and importance of cultural competency in the counseling...
As a Black American woman of color, Jalisa intimately understands the need and importance of cultural competency in the counseling space.
Jalisa Storey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas with over 2 years of experience working with adolescents and women from all walks of life who have experienced the negative effects of depression, poor coping skills, divorce, family conflict, mental stress, dysfunctional relationships, school issues, sexual abuse, women’s issues, and more.
Jalisa completed her Bachelors of Science in Human Development & Family Science from The University of North Texas & her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in Dallas. Jalisa specializes in issues related to depression, stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationships. She believes that life as beautiful as it is presents us with many challenges throughout the course of our lives. Some of Jalisa's therapeutic modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment-based, culturally sensitive, family systems, and multicultural approaches.
We do not get to choose the cards that we are dealt but it is our responsibility to work through them. She believes that we are all deserving of love, decency, respect and kindness. Jalisa's desire is to help her clients overcome their struggles by finding peace & solutions. She wants to help her clients discover their truth in a safe and nurturing environment. Jalisa encourages her clients to be the best possible version of themselves by working through emotions & traumatic experiences while facilitating a safe space for growth & understanding.
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My go-to approach with teens is to first explain to them that they are my client, not their parents. That does not negate them being the client's guardian or having to answer to their parents in daily life, but I let the client know that our time together is a safe space to process and talk about things that they feel they cannot discuss with others.
In teen counseling, the tool I like to use the most is having empathy and understanding for their parents. For example, if your parent is upset, you don’t speak to them — we will discuss the client's point of view and then try to see things from their parents' point of view, as well as see if we can meet somewhere in the middle.
I know a teen is making progress in therapy when the conversation begins to flow easily.
Prompt journals are great for teens to supplement their time in counseling.
The best way to prepare for counseling is to be open-minded.
Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Irving have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Irving, TX offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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