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Compassionate Mental Health Care Rooted in Listening, Understanding, and Partnership
Welcome! I'm Jennifer Idima, PMHNP-BC, a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner proudly serving individuals across Texas. With more than three years of experience in psychiatric and mental health care, I am dedicated to helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, respect, and evidence-based treatment.
I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from the Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston, where I developed a strong foundation in providing comprehensive, patient-centered psychiatric care. My passion is helping individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward improved mental wellness.
Seeking help can be one of the hardest decisions you'll make, but it can also be one of the most rewarding. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, stress, insomnia, or other mental health concerns, my goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you feel safe sharing your story.
I believe that effective mental health care begins with genuine connection. Every person is unique, and your treatment should reflect your individual experiences, goals, and values. I take the time to listen carefully, answer your questions, and work collaboratively with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that supports your overall well-being. Whether treatment includes medication management, education, lifestyle recommendations, or coordination with your therapist, every decision is made together with your comfort and goals in mind.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic. I don't just focus on symptoms, I strive to understand the whole person behind them. My mission is to help you regain confidence, improve your quality of life, and equip you with the tools to thrive emotionally, mentally, and personally.
No matter where you are in your journey, you don't have to face it alone. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my patients as they work toward healing, resilience, and lasting wellness.
I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your path to better mental health.
Jennifer Idima, PMHNP-BC
Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Serving patients throughout Texas
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As an experienced clinician, I have worked with a variety of clients and client needs....
As an experienced clinician, I have worked with a variety of clients and client needs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience helping clients navigate life’s challenges. My background includes supporting individuals within the LGBTQ community, as well as those coping with trauma, grief, and a variety of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. I strive to provide compassionate and affirming care, ensuring clients feel understood and supported in their journey toward healing and personal growth.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling and Student Personnel Services from Northwestern State University of Louisiana. I use an integrative approach tailored to the unique needs of each client, blending evidence-based practices with a person-centered focus to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment.
I believe in meeting clients where they are and providing a safe, affirming space for healing. My goal is to help clients feel fully accepted, build resilience, and find meaningful strategies for growth. Together, we work to overcome challenges and move toward a healthier, more balanced life.
I hope to utilize my cultural perspective and life experience to guide clients through life's challenges and share with them the t...
I hope to utilize my cultural perspective and life experience to guide clients through life's challenges and share with them the tools needed for recovery and to live life to the fullest.
Hello, my name is Allison. I am an LPC licensed in Texas. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling at Houston Baptist University in 2019. While gaining my experience hours, I worked in both the hospital and private practice setting at the height of the pandemic. I have served patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting, both adolescents and adults across the lifespan, with mental health and substance abuse treatment. I have experience helping those with trauma, chronic health issues, LGBTQ+ and cultural concerns, and those struggling with recent life changes such as divorce, loss of a loved one, etc.
I utilize the DBT framework as it addresses changes clients may want to make as well as sharing skills that will help with acceptance, and the irreverent style still provides empathy and care allowing for clients to feel heard and not talked at. I also utilize CBT, ACT, EMDR, as well as addressing the mind-body connection.
I know how it feels to be looking for answers, to need a safe space to be yourself and figure out life's path. I hope to be part of that place for clients and look forward to being a part of your journey.
Yeteast Ashley Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has over 3 years of experience assisting teens, adults, and s...
Yeteast Ashley Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has over 3 years of experience assisting teens, adults, and seniors who are seeking help in managing the effects of addiction, OCD, racial identity issues, low self-esteem, alcohol abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, and poor coping skills.
Yeteast received a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Counseling from the College of Biblical Studies—Houston in 2009 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2011 from the University of Phoenix—Houston. She begin training for her license in chemical dependency in 2008, working part-time at a residential home for men. Yeteast graduated from Houston Baptist University with a Master of Art in Psychology. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), and more.
Partner together with Yeteast to address the concerns in your personal life that are affecting your mental health. She'll work with you to overcome your obstacles and achieve your goals and ambitions with newfound confidence and mental clarity.
I see therapy as a collaborative journey, and I strive to meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and genuine respect for the...
I see therapy as a collaborative journey, and I strive to meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and genuine respect for their unique story and experiences.
I've worked in social services since 2013 and as a therapist since 2019. I work with individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what comes next and are ready for support. My goal is to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and work toward the changes you desire. I believe therapy should be personalized—everyone's experiences and needs differ. Together, we build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen relationships, navigate transitions, and help you feel confident. Whether seeking practical tools, self-understanding, or a safe space to process, I'm here to meet you and support your movement.
My approach is trauma-informed and evidence-based. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These help you understand thought-behavior connections, process experiences, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful life aligned to values.
Starting therapy can feel challenging. You don't need everything figured out beforehand. Wherever you are, I meet you with compassion and without judgment. If you're ready to understand yourself better and create meaningful change, I invite you to schedule an appointment. You deserve support as you move toward greater confidence and fulfillment in your life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on assisting individuals in processing traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional intensity, and facilitating the integration of the traumatic experience into their past, enabling them to progress in their lives. This process follows four steps: history-taking, preparing the client, assessing the target memory, and processing the memory and finding an adaptive resolution. After this, Thriveworks EMDR therapists in Katy will continue to help individuals process the memory and evaluate the results of the treatment to ensure its effectiveness.
EMDR is primarily employed to aid individuals who have endured trauma, including those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who have experienced other distressing life events.
EMDR therapy is generally less suitable for individuals currently experiencing acute trauma or those who have not yet acquired fundamental coping and distress tolerance skills. To engage in EMDR therapy effectively, one must possess a certain degree of distress tolerance.
EMDR tends to be very effective in relieving the negative symptoms associated with trauma. In a study performed by Francine Shapiro called The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences (2014), results showed that after just three EMDR sessions, 84% of participants reported a remission of PTSD diagnosis. EMDR will often have a higher success rate for survivors of a single traumatic event than for those who have experienced repeated or multiple instances of trauma when EMDR is performed for the same amount of time. This is due to the increased intensity of the trauma and the need to process multiple events.
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.
If you’re looking for EMDR therapists in Katy, TX, you’re in luck. EMDR therapy at Thriveworks can be conducted both in person at one of our many offices around the U.S. and online via remote video conferencing. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Generally, EMDR is a shorter-term therapy, typically encompassing multiple sessions. While some individuals may make substantial progress within just a few sessions, others may opt for an extended treatment period, particularly if dealing with complex or severe trauma or conditions.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Katy is located near Grand Reserve Dr and Cobia Dr, off I-10. It is right by the Falcon Point Park and close to the Legacy Stadium.
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