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Sometimes you just need a break from doing ALL. THE. THINGS. If you’re the type of person that feels like you're drowning and gets...
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Sometimes you just need a break from doing ALL. THE. THINGS. If you’re the type of person that feels like you're drowning and gets anxiety about being anxious, you’re not alone.
Alejandra Hayden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas with 9 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Alejandra has worked with clients to help them navigate their trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and much more.
After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology in New York City, Alejandra decided to continue her education in Texas. Alejandra graduated with her Master of Arts in Family Therapy from the University of Houston - Clear Lake.
When it comes to therapy, Alejandra utilizes ART (accelerated resolution therapy) relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and Gottman approach to assist her clients in meeting their goals. Alejandra tailors her sessions based on the client’s needs by remaining consistent in her flexibility, creativity, and awareness as she helps individuals and couples discover and utilize their unique strengths.
Alejandra understands that therapy can be intimidating at times. As such, she makes certain that she finds the right balance between listening and helping clients expand beyond their comfort zones by creating a safe, caring, and trusting relationship with each person. Alejandra ensures that she collaborates with you so that you are not only meeting your goals but also discovering your personal strengths, values, and desires to live your life to the fullest.
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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 someone who comes from a large, multicultural, and multigenerational family, I understand the importance of each member of the ...
As someone who comes from a large, multicultural, and multigenerational family, I understand the importance of each member of the family having their own unique voice in the larger system.
Abigayle Majul is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and over 20 years working with children and adolescents. Abigayle specializes in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, behavior management, and parenting.
Abigayle completed her Bachelor's in Psychology at the University of Texas-Austin. She further pursued her Master's degree in Professional Counseling at Texas State University. Abigayle's personal and professional experiences, along with her interests, helps her to provide a creative approach to her treatment, while still being well-versed in some more traditional and structured approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and much more.
Not everyone is given an easy life. Abigayle is hopeful that you can find peace in your therapeutic journey. She help to provide you with the knowledge and skills to deal with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to start your journey, you can start by scheduling an appointment with her today.
As a licensed professional counselor and servant leader, I believe that every person has the capacity for growth and healing, and ...
As a licensed professional counselor and servant leader, I believe that every person has the capacity for growth and healing, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients can gain insight, develop practical skills, and move toward meaningful change.
I’m Derek Anderson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree and experience providing individual, couples, and family counseling. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, anger, and personal growth. I especially enjoy working with men, professionals, leaders, couples, and individuals seeking a safe, supportive space to gain clarity, strengthen relationships, develop healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change. I also offer faith-based counseling for clients who desire to incorporate their Christian faith into therapy.
My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative, using evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I help clients manage emotions, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and develop effective coping skills. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for meaningful growth and healing.
You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and hope. Take the next step toward positive change and schedule an appointment today.
I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, supported, and gently challenged to turn insight into meaningful change...
I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, supported, and gently challenged to turn insight into meaningful change.
I'm a licensed professional counselor with experience providing therapy across various settings, including schools, community-based programs, telehealth, and private practice. I work primarily with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, relationship and family stress, identity exploration, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or disconnected from themselves and are looking to understand their patterns, strengthen emotional regulation and communication, build healthier relationships, and feel more confident.
My approach blends CBT, DBT-informed skills, strengths-based work, and trauma-informed care to help clients understand their emotions, recognize patterns, and build tools they can use. I specialize in anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, relationship and family concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions.
Healing is a journey, and you deserve care and support through every stage, not just when things feel overwhelming. Whether you're beginning to unpack what you've been carrying, navigating change, or continuing to grow into who you want to become, I'm here to hold space for you. Reach out when you're ready.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Structural Family Therapy or family systems therapy
Listening skills, communication skills, identification and definition of family roles, recognition of shared objectives
I know progress is being made when there is increased mutual recognition and appreciation, when disagreement can become productive vs. a source of animosity and hurt.
Clients can supplement time in family therapy with outside reading about relationship skills, when family members increase shared activity, - journaling to reflect on their experiences between sessions.
To prepare for the first family therapy session, an individual can make a list of important topics they want addressed, identify goals for change, - take time to reflect on the need for solutions to be cooperative and to be respectful of other family member's needs.
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 Cedar Park, 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 Cedar Park, 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.
Every family faces challenges that knock it off balance, and seeking an outside perspective can help regain equilibrium. Family therapy has supported many families through such challenges, helping each member grow together.
At Thriveworks Cedar Park, our therapists are dedicated to supporting families through life’s difficulties. We believe families can face their problems together—simply call our office at (512) 975-2978 to start working with a family therapist today.
Family counseling often utilizes family structural therapy and family systems therapy. These techniques focus on how a family provides comfort, sets expectations, copes with stress, and defines values. Understanding these functions helps families understand each member and fosters unity and peace. Therapists may also explore personality types, birth order, and love languages to achieve this understanding.
The goal of family therapy is interdependence, where each member’s unique needs and talents are respected, and everyone works together and supports each other. Healthy, interdependent families experience many benefits, including:
Consider family therapy if multiple people in your family are affected by a challenge and the way forward will affect everyone. Family therapy can provide a safe space to work through issues together. Common situations that may benefit from family therapy include:
These challenges don’t have easy fixes, but with time, empathy, and humility, families can learn to work together.
Let’s get started. Contact Thriveworks Cedar Park today to build a stronger, healthier family at (512) 975-2978.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cedar Park is located near Cypress Creek Rd and El Salido Pkwy, off US-183. It is right by the Cedar Park Public Library and near Visit Cedar Park, Texas.
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