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After years in healthcare and a career change of my own, I understand that life doesn’t always come with a clear plan. I bring a p...
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After years in healthcare and a career change of my own, I understand that life doesn’t always come with a clear plan. I bring a practical, curious approach to therapy and believe you don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin.
I'm Rob Evans, and I work with teens and adults who are anxious, grieving, or figuring out what comes next. Health concerns often come into the picture. Stress, physical health, and mood are all connected, and all of them have a place in our work together. Before counseling, I was a respiratory therapist. I spent years working with people through illness, stress, and uncertainty. I later made a career change of my own, so I understand what it's like to step into something new without having all the answers. Sessions with me are practical and direct. You don't need a polished story to begin.
I use CBT most often because it gives us something concrete to work with: we look at the thoughts and habits that keep you stuck, and you leave each session with something to try before the next one. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Texas, supervised by Shaunté Collins, LPC-S, with an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas at Dallas.
We can start wherever you are. If something has been weighing on you and you're ready to take a closer look, reach out and we'll see if we're a fit.
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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.
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.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey of healing, and I strive to offer an inclusive, gentle, and tailored space where both...
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey of healing, and I strive to offer an inclusive, gentle, and tailored space where both adults and children feel empowered to grow and thrive.
I'm Nargis Ali, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master of Arts in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling. I believe we all have unique strengths that help us navigate life's challenges. Seeking support through counseling is one way to rediscover and foster them. Since 2016, I have worked with both children and adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and life transitions. My clients seek to build practical coping strategies, process painful experiences, or find emotional balance. My goal is to collaborate with you to create a secure path toward healing and personal growth.
My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Family therapy to meet your unique needs. You can expect a gentle, nonjudgmental space where we target specific goals, process trauma, and develop practical coping skills. Together, we will build on your strengths to help you navigate transitions and find lasting relief.
Taking the first step toward therapy is a courageous act of self-care. Wherever you are on your path, please know you do not have to walk it alone. I am here to support you with compassion, understanding, and respect. When you are ready to begin your healing journey, I invite you to connect with me and schedule your first session.
Hi, I’m Giselle, an LPC-Associate with a master’s degree in counseling and experience supporting children, adolescents, and famili...
Hi, I’m Giselle, an LPC-Associate with a master’s degree in counseling and experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through life’s challenges. My work has included supporting clients navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional challenges, relationships, and major life transitions. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, feel heard and understood, and work toward meaningful growth at your own pace.
I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up as your authentic self without fear of judgment, and I strive to create that kind of space by meeting each person with warmth, compassion, curiosity, and an open mind while walking alongside them through whatever life may bring.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to each individual. I don’t believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach, so I take time to understand your experiences and goals. Together, we can explore what may be getting in the way, develop practical tools for navigating difficult moments, and build greater confidence and self-understanding.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something to change, I’m here to meet you where you are. My hope is that together we can create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I’d be honored to be part of that journey with you.
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My go-to approach for helping people in teen counseling is to get to know them, validate that what they are experiencing is important, and speak in a manner that makes them feel comfortable. I find the best benefit in listening because it can empower others who may not have experienced having a voice. Teens are on the brink of becoming adults and may struggle with speaking out.
I teach the following tools in teen counseling:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in teen counseling when they express and/or display feeling more in control of their situation. Also, developing, practicing, and using coping skills as a norm can mark meaningful progress.
Clients can supplement their time in teen counseling with some type of journaling. This can get thoughts out of someone's head and in a place for consideration or just to hold for future discussion. Journaling can provide insight into a situation that could be missed by just thinking about it. Lastly, journaling is a great way to keep track of different situations and then bring them to sessions.
To prepare for their first teen counseling session, a teen can consider why they are coming to therapy and what they would like to get from therapy. Another thing to consider is how will they know therapy is helpful. Lastly, consider what questions can be asked and answered or points to bring up that will help build rapport and trust between the teen and the clinician.
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 Bastrop 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 Bastrop, 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.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bastrop is located near College St and Pecan St, off TX-95. It is near Bastrop State Park and right by the Bastrop Public Library.
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