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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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I passionately believe that every person has individual needs and challenges, and it's vital to develop a treatment focus and treatment plan in collaboration with the individual that meets those needs.
Dr. Chris Hansen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Nationally Certified Counselor (LPC-CS-NCC). Chris has experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more. Given his extensive military experience, Chris has a passion for and specializes in treating military members and their families.
Dr. Hansen Served 24 years in the United States Navy, is a disabled veteran, and is a member of several veteran's mental health groups and associations. Chris obtained his Master's Degree from Texas A&M and his Doctorate from St. Mary’s University and graduated with honors from both programs. Chris has a very wide range of clinical experience ranging from inpatient, outpatient programs such as IOP/PHP, the Veterans Administration, Private Practice as well as clinical research and contract mental health work.
Partner together with Chris to start addressing the obstacles that you're encountering in your personal life. He'll work together to craft a personalized treatment plan that addresses your needs and concerns with expert guidance and compassion.
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Making that first phone call is the hardest part after that we guide you to the help that fits your needs....
Making that first phone call is the hardest part after that we guide you to the help that fits your needs.
Growing up in west Texas, I was raised to be kind and giving with strong faith and family values. As a schoolteacher and counselor, I understand navigating the education system for both children and parents. With 15 years at a behavior hospital, I've worked with every type of mental health struggle. Depression is common in West Texas, and self-care is so important. I use many therapy types including play therapy, sandbox therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and EMDR. Your treatment plan is created with your input and tailored to your needs. My schedule is flexible to accommodate work and school demands.
Using CBT and play therapy, I help people reach their mental health goals. Some need just a few sessions to get where they want to be; others benefit from ongoing support. Everyone is different. Some people just need to be heard, while others need coping skills or support with life decisions. We work together to find what works for you.
I'm constantly learning because mental health work is always changing. Working with all ages, I've discovered everyone has an inner child, so age isn't what matters—happiness is. Don't be afraid to take that first step and see if I'm the right fit for you. My flexible schedule works with West Texas life. I love new patients and look forward to helping you.
I help clients make sense of difficult emotions and patterns by breaking complex ideas into clear, practical tools they can actual...
I help clients make sense of difficult emotions and patterns by breaking complex ideas into clear, practical tools they can actually use in everyday life.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than nine years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, and patterns that leave them feeling stuck. I work especially well with clients who want more than a place to vent—they're looking for practical insight, clearer direction, and tools they can apply in everyday life. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, recognize patterns shaping your choices, and create meaningful, sustainable change.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on making emotional and psychological concepts easier to understand. I use skill-based strategies for emotional regulation, trauma processing, cognitive reframing, mindfulness, and behavioral change. You can expect honest conversation, curiosity, humor, and tools tailored to how you think and live.
You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. We can begin where you are, make sense of what's been weighing on you, and work toward changes that feel realistic and meaningful. If you're ready for a supportive, practical space focused on moving forward, I encourage you to schedule an appointment.
I show up as a real person in the room, meeting clients with respect, empathy, and a genuine commitment to helping them feel under...
I show up as a real person in the room, meeting clients with respect, empathy, and a genuine commitment to helping them feel understood.
I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker with a background in outpatient therapy, inpatient psychiatric care, and residential treatment, supporting both adolescents and adults. Most of my work centers on helping people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and major life changes. My focus is providing a grounded, reliable space where clients can slow down, regain stability, and move forward with clarity and self‑trust.
I use trauma‑informed, strengths‑based methods to help clients understand their experiences and develop tools for healing. You can expect a supportive, steady space where we focus on clarity, emotional regulation, and sustainable progress.
You deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and safe to grow. When you’re ready to take the next step toward healing and clarity, I’m here to walk alongside you.
As a mixed-race, seven-year married, retired Army Veteran, with a blended family I have been honored with life experience that tra...
As a mixed-race, seven-year married, retired Army Veteran, with a blended family I have been honored with life experience that translates on multiple levels. Hello, I'm Amber, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I believe that counseling is a collaborative therapeutic partnership built on trust, respect, and authenticity. I view each client as an expert on their own life, while my role is to provide guidance, clinical expertise, and support as we work together toward meaningful and lasting change. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. I strive to help individuals develop the insight, skills, and confidence needed to overcome anything. The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a strong therapeutic relationship. We will review confidentiality, discuss your concerns, explore what has brought you to counseling, and identify your goals for treatment. Together, we will develop an individualized plan that reflects your values, strengths, and desires Working with adolescents, families, couples, veterans, and active-duty military has provided me with extensive experience treating trauma and trauma-related concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, crisis intervention, and adjustment difficulties.
I'm a licensed professional counselor associate (LPC associate) and a graduate of Texas A&M University–Central Texas. My experience spans a continuum of care, from inpatient treatment to intensive outpatient and outpatient settings, including a year-long internship at an inpatient hospital. I have also facilitated violence prevention groups and worked with court-mandated individuals. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). While I do not currently specialize in one specific area, I'm committed to continually expanding my knowledge across a broad range of mental health concerns and client populations.
My approach to counseling is grounded in the belief that you have the power and the reins in your own life. I see my role as a sounding board, guide, and supportive partner. Stress management is an important part of my approach. I also believe counseling should consider the whole person—work, relationships, children, and pets all influence wellbeing.
I recognize choosing to begin counseling is a meaningful decision, and I don't take the time you share with me for granted. One of the quotes I've carried with me is, "Be the leader you wish you had." That idea reflects how I strive to show up—with honesty, compassion, respect, and genuine care. If you feel ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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To help people in family therapy, a clinician will assist in creating space for the family to interact in a more positive and effective manner by teaching communication tools.
In family therapy, one can expect to learn:
Clients will know they are making meaningful progress in family therapy when they are able to utilize tools that they have learned in therapy in their day-to-day life and have more confidence in navigating interactions and/or discussions since the onset of treatment.
Clients can supplement their time in family therapy with journaling, self-reflection, and efforts of utilizing tools outside of sessions.
To prepare for their first family therapy session, an individual can 1) identify the items you want to focus on and 2) have an answer to: “I will know therapy has benefitted us when _____.” (What’s your goal of coming to 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.
Thriveworks family therapists in The Woodlands, 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 The Woodlands, 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.
When you think of family, what comes to mind? Some people remember a white picket fence, family camping trips, dinners at the table together every night, and days full of “I love you.” Others only dream of this vision.
When you think of family, maybe arguments, hurt feelings, neglect, or tragedy come to mind instead. Are you close with your parents, your siblings, your children, or are you currently in a tough spot?
Families go through challenges, and it’s normal. However, there’s a difference between bickering and making up within the hour and fighting and not speaking for weeks, months, even years at a time. When arguments get out of hand, communication plummets, or you just can’t seem to connect with your kids on a deeper level, it might be time to seek out a little extra help from a trusted family therapist.
A family doesn’t have to be perfect; it just needs to be united.” – Unknown
Fortunately, when times get tough, family therapists can help you put the pieces back together. You might feel tempted to walk away and leave your family relationships behind. But just because it’s easy doesn’t mean it’s the right thing to do. If you think the relationships with your family members could be saved, consider family therapy at Thriveworks The Woodlands, TX. Our counselors can help you and your loved ones live happy, healthy lives with stronger bonds and better communication. If you’re ready to get started, give us a call at (281) 667-9790. We can provide you and your relatives with in-person or online therapy today.
Family therapy is designed to help families work through their problems and improve their relationships. It serves as a guide to help you and your loved ones make meaningful changes that will benefit everyone involved. For example, family therapy can help work through:
Here at Thriveworks Counseling in The Woodlands, TX, we can help you and your relatives come together to work through the problems in the list above, and more. Your family therapist can help you address these issues and work through them, no matter if your issues are between you and your whole family, or a specific family member.
When you decide to work with a licensed marriage and family therapist at Thriveworks The Woodlands, you can expect to receive the most dedicated, comprehensive care. To help identify where the root causes are in your relationships, your counselor will assess each family member individually to identify everyone’s unique challenges. In doing so, they can then create a customized treatment plan that focuses on your family unit’s needs, wants, and goals.
Family therapy is short term, meaning you can expect to be finished in 9-12 therapy sessions. If you and your loved ones need more than 12 sessions, that is completely fine. Every family is unique so there is no pressure to be “fixed” in a certain amount of time. When you receive individualized treatment, you can also expect to discuss:
You can trust that by working with our counselors, you will be in the hands of highly trained, qualified, and experienced mental health professionals who dedicate themselves to helping families just like yours. We pride ourselves on the compassionate, well-rounded care we give our clients and want to help you succeed as well.
Are you and your loved ones struggling to see eye to eye? Are you having problems communicating and understanding one another? Do you wish that your family could just understand your side of the problem for once? If you are feeling burnt out and want to save and strengthen the relationships with your relatives, you’ve come to the right place.
Thriveworks in The Woodlands, TX has availability as soon as tomorrow for you and your family. To get started, give us a call or schedule online through our online booking portal. We have flexible scheduling options and don’t operate with a waiting list. If you’d like to better your relationships and explore the many other benefits that we can offer, call us now. We can’t wait to hear from you and start this journey together.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry The Woodlands is located in The Woodlands Mall complex near Lake Woodlands Dr and Grogans Mill Rd, off I-45. It is right by The Woodlands Waterway and near Town Green Park.
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