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As a daughter, friend, sister, mother, grandmother, and person who has experienced many of life's stressors, I bring compassion an...
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As a daughter, friend, sister, mother, grandmother, and person who has experienced many of life's stressors, I bring compassion and a desire to understand my clients to each session. I value the importance of the therapeutic alliance and endeavor to make our sessions as therapeutic as possible.
Rachel Marshall is a board-certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. She is also a Master Certified Professional Coach (MCPC). She is on a mission to help people with their spiritual, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioral well-being. Rachel specializes in helping individuals better manage chronic stress, trauma, complex post-traumatic stress, and anxiety, along with many other conditions. She also provides counseling from a Christian faith perspective upon request.
Rachel completed her Master's in Education for Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a 4.0 grade point average from Lamar University.
Rachel has experienced many hurdles in life that she has successfully overcome and understands that "life happens." Rachel desires to help her clients overcome the stressors that are getting in the way of her clients living their best lives possible.
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Reflecting on life reassures us that our inner light is there, and presents us with a map to uncover it - to understand our potent...
Reflecting on life reassures us that our inner light is there, and presents us with a map to uncover it - to understand our potential and give meaning to it.
Brandi Sturrock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor with over 20 years of experience combined in the medical and mental health fields. She is passionate about helping others address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Brandi specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, and navigating chronic illnesses.
Brandi completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, TX. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Services from Stephen F. Austin State University, with a minor in Sociology. Brandi utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
We all go through challenges in life. Brandi is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.
As a therapist who has walked through seasons of loss, growth, and renewal, I bring professional expertise and lived empathy to he...
As a therapist who has walked through seasons of loss, growth, and renewal, I bring professional expertise and lived empathy to help patients feel understood, supported, and never alone in their healing journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals navigate grief, loss, relationships, and life transitions with compassion and clarity. My approach blends empathy, evidence-based strategies, and real-life understanding to create a safe and collaborative space for healing and growth. I believe therapy is a partnership rooted in authenticity, resilience, and the belief that every challenge holds the potential for renewal and self-discovery, and I provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can gain insight, build coping skills, and foster emotional growth.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Maryland. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, using cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques to help clients manage grief, depression, and life transitions.
You deserve a space where your story is heard and your healing is honored. Together, we will move at your pace, uncover your strengths, and build the tools you need for lasting change. When you are ready, I invite you to take the next step toward growth and peace. You do not have to do it alone.
As a bilingual therapist, I strive to create a safe space where my clients can feel both heard and understood as we tackle the cha...
As a bilingual therapist, I strive to create a safe space where my clients can feel both heard and understood as we tackle the challenges you are facing together.
Miguel Sanchez is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor and a Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. He has 8 years of experience and is all about giving teens and adults a hand in handling life's challenges. Miguel specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma among other issues. He works with his clients to create a tailored experience where they feel heard and validated as they make progress toward their therapeutic goals.
Miguel holds a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and he is currently a Doctoral Candidate working towards his PhD in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior. He takes a trauma-informed approach and often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all connected.
Miguel is passionate about working together collaboratively with his clients and helping them learn about themselves and the strengths they have within. Together, you'll build a safe space that's all about trust, growth, and healing. He's ready to get to work and start this journey together!
“Change equals self-improvement. Push yourself to places you haven't been before."- Pat Summitt...
“Change equals self-improvement. Push yourself to places you haven't been before."- Pat Summitt
Dominique Bernard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor (LCSW-S) in the state of Texas with 14 years of experience. She specializes in supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, bipolar, grief, and life transitions. Dominique has worked in crisis intervention, community-based mental health, inpatient mental health, medical social work, outpatient and residential substance abuse, case management, and geriatric and school social work.
Dominique received her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University. She uses a variety of evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems.
Dominique believes empathy, effective communication, and acknowledging an individual’s dignity and self-worth are essential for therapeutic success. She assists her clients in reaching their highest potential to achieve better mental, physical, and social well-being.
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My approach for individual therapy is to first establish a good rapport with the clients. I welcome questions along the way and, especially in intake, let clients know they can share what they are comfortable with and respect their boundaries.
I work with clients while teaching breathing exercises, mindfulness, grounding techniques, guided imagery, journaling exercises, and worksheets.
I know clients are making meaningful progress in therapy when they are gaining more insight into their issues and start catching themselves in old thinking and problem-solving patterns. Also, when clients are able to utilize what they have learned in therapy and apply it to situations that had previously been triggering anxious and overwhelming thoughts and emotions. Another sign is when they discuss obtaining better-quality sleep, appetite, and intake.
Clients can do many things in their personal time to supplement therapy. They can supplement their time between sessions by working on some of the exercises and techniques reviewed with them in sessions. Journaling is good as well; reflecting on issues that are being worked on in therapy, gratitude journals, daily journaling, art, and journaling about a specific interest or activity—travel, cooking, hiking—can all be beneficial. Other activities like taking a walk in nature or hanging out with friends are also good. Practicing self-compassion, letting yourself “just be,” and getting plenty of rest are also helpful.
To prepare for your first therapy session, you can write down a list of questions and concerns to discuss. This can include current stressors in your life, past issues/events that have occurred that you may want to address, and current symptoms and how long you have been experiencing them. Of course, you will want to think about what you want to work on while in therapy, as well as what goals you want to strive for.
Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Kingwood therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Anxiety is a mental health condition characterized by acute worries and forecasting of the future. At Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX, mental health providers have experience treating the different types of anxiety disorders, including the following:
Anxiety disorders can often occur together with other mental health conditions like depression a. A Thriveworks anxiety therapist will take comorbidities into account when they evaluate a new client’s symptoms and begin the process of treating anxiety disorders.
Anxiety treatment plans at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX may include any of the following approaches:
Thriveworks therapists accept most major forms of health insurance and offer affordable self-pay rates to clients who are paying out-of-pocket. Whether you choose a traditional therapy session or a telehealth session, you will receive the same exceptional quality of support.
Additionally, Thriveworks clients can access their providers by phone or email between sessions. Find help for your anxiety today at Thriveworks Kingwood
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