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Having survived physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in both childhood and adulthood, I understand its profound effects and the v...
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Having survived physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in both childhood and adulthood, I understand its profound effects and the value of a safe environment for empowering recovery.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 23 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. My background includes serving on active duty in the military, working in psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and outpatient mental health services. I specialize in helping adults, children, and veterans manage concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with compassion and care.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My approach is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and evidence-based practices, and I adapt each session to meet your unique needs. I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where you can feel supported in your healing journey.
I believe therapy should empower you to find strength, clarity, and lasting growth. My goal is to help you achieve your personal goals and improve your well-being. If you are ready to take the next step, I am here to walk alongside you and provide the tools and support you need to move forward.
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I know how overwhelming it can feel to face anxiety, trauma, or life’s unexpected challenges....
I know how overwhelming it can feel to face anxiety, trauma, or life’s unexpected challenges.
Emmett B. Glasbrenner is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 3 years of experience. He is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals navigating mental health challenges. With extensive experience in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and client advocacy, Emmett specializes in supporting veterans, trauma survivors, and young adults facing anxiety, PTSD, depression, and substance use challenges.
Emmett earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas. He has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including outpatient therapy, residential programs, and community outreach initiatives. His areas of expertise include trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and EMDR therapy assistance.
Emmett provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where we work together to heal, grow, and regain a sense of control. Your story matters, and he is here to listen. When you're ready, let’s take that first step toward a healthier, more empowered future together.
As a daughter of a retired military member, I understand how challenging transitions can be at times....
As a daughter of a retired military member, I understand how challenging transitions can be at times.
Kim Reuter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in mood, adjustment, and performance-related issues as well as addiction-related concerns. Kim provides individuals with a safe place to promote healthy recovery, growth, and personal development. She encourages her clients to share concerns and feelings and partners with them to assist in exploring and processing present-day challenges and unresolved conflicts or trauma. Through educational pursuits and personal life experiences, Kim has gained a deep understanding of life’s unexpected challenges.
Kim has a Master’s in Counseling from Webster University. She takes an eclectic approach to treatment and uses cognitive behavioral therapy along with an array of other integrative therapy techniques to meet the individualized needs of each individual.
Seeking counseling can be difficult and sensitive, and choosing the “right” therapist involves the willingness to invest and commit to the process. Kim will assist those in need by utilizing strength-based and person-centered approaches, remaining non-judgmental and genuine in a warm and always welcomed setting.
“You can never fly higher than your angels can protect.” As a liberal African American woman, I understand the need for a safe spa...
“You can never fly higher than your angels can protect.” As a liberal African American woman, I understand the need for a safe space.
Maxi Malone-Deese is a diverse Licensed Professional Counselor. She has a wide range of experience in all sectors of therapy. Maxi has worked along with Child Protective Services. Maxi has experience working with individuals and families from diverse races, backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses, providing cultural sensitivity as well as quality individualized care. She has worked with a wide variety of age groups — from toddlers to seniors — and has specialties in couples, geriatrics, women ages 18-40, and minorities. She is well-versed in the areas of anxiety, depression, life transition issues, family conflict, and self-worth.
Maxi received her Master's in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Maxi has experience in private practice, agency, and state hospitals. Maxi utilizes a variety of therapeutic methods that include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and person-centered therapy.
As a woman of color, Maxi understands the need for a safe space and is intentional about creating one for clients. Maxi allows room for authentic honesty without judgment all while providing the client with constructive criticism through love and empathy. Maxi wants to help clients deal with life in a way that promotes personal growth and self-awareness.
I use various approaches to make sure treatment is catered to my client's specific needs....
I use various approaches to make sure treatment is catered to my client's specific needs.
Aurelio is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience. Aurelio’s specialties include adults experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, loss of a loved one, relationships, and stress. Aurelio has a wealth of experience with overcoming life traumas, the loss of loved ones, and improving personal communications.
Aurelio draws upon his 26 years of military service and nine overseas deployments, along with his passion for serving others, to provide a meaningful therapeutic experience. He enjoys providing psycho-education and using cognitive behavioral therapy.
In your first session, Aurelio will explore the process of therapy, identify what brings you to therapy, and together, develop some goals of what you want to accomplish in therapy. Aurelio also thinks it is important to work together to help you better understand the "what" and "why" of what you are experiencing.
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Family therapy works best with a systems approach, considering the family dynamics and the complexity of the relationships.
In family therapy, circular questioning techniques, active listening techniques, and mindful body language techniques are helpful allowing the individual family members to see the connection to the whole.
Family therapy progress is evidenced when the system is less tense, the communication is strengthened, and the sense of satisfaction is improved.
In their personal time, clients can continue to work on their goals as a whole and as individuals.
Preparing for the first session of family therapy includes honestly reflecting on what the individual thinks is working and what would make things better.
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.
Thriveworks family therapists in Rowlett, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thriveworks therapists in Rowlett, TX offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
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.
Family members often see us at our worst. They see us during the messy process of becoming who we are. And they love us anyway. They’re a huge part of our personal development. And that’s why it can hurt so much when the usual family harmony experiences disruptions.
The licensed family therapists at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX can help families who are struggling. With compassionate, insightful, and expert guidance, the family therapists at Thriveworks work with families to come up with practical solutions to a wide range of mental health, behavioral, and general life issues. Reach out to Thriveworks Rowlett to schedule a family therapy appointment today.
Family counseling works by facilitating open communication between family members in a safe, unbiased environment. A licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX might use a variety of therapeutic modalities, icebreaker questions, and exercises to encourage healing, harmony, and problem solving. For example, family therapists might help teach clients how to do the following:
Professional marriage and family therapy at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX can address any issues that crop up in family relationships, including the following:
Because all the mental health providers at Thriveworks are fully licensed, they accept most health insurance plans. They also offer clients the option of in-person therapy at the modern office, or virtual sessions with Thriveworks premium online counseling. Online counseling can be a great option for busy families, when it’s hard to get everyone in the same place at the same time. Online counseling also enables conversations with family members who are physically distant, like a son or daughter at college.
Call the Thriveworks office today and you may be able to meet with your family therapist as early as this week. Plus, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances. Reconnect with the people you love through the highly qualified, fully licensed, top-rated family therapists at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX–reach out today to schedule.
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