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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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As an educator, wife, and mother, I understand the struggles that may occur whether at school, work, or home....
As an educator, wife, and mother, I understand the struggles that may occur whether at school, work, or home.
Jermin Guirguis is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She is a teacher with ample experience working with children and families. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Jermin specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and major life transitions.
Jermin completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University. Jermin uses multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), rational emotive behavior therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
We all go through challenges in life. Jermin 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!
I know the importance of having a safe place to discuss anything that is bothering you....
I know the importance of having a safe place to discuss anything that is bothering you.
James Atkison is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years experience in the mental health field. He has experiences with trauma, PTSD, suicidal and non-suicidal self injury, as well as depression and anxiety. He works with children, adolescents, adults to help them achieve the success they are desiring.
James completed his Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at the University of Central Oklahoma. He is a combat veteran from the Army and understands the stresses of transitioning to civilian life. This, in addition to his professional experience, enables him to provide the guidance and support his clients are seeking. James utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and motivational interviewing (MI).
Life is like a river with calm waters and rapids. James is confident that he would be able to provide you will the tools to navigate the river of Life. If you are ready to gain the tools and knowledge you need to navigate the rapids in your life, schedule an appointment with him today.
As a young adult, I understand the overwhelming feeling of life stressors and transitions as pressures of the past, present, and f...
As a young adult, I understand the overwhelming feeling of life stressors and transitions as pressures of the past, present, and future build.
Chloe Gibson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. She enjoys assisting adolescents and adults with a range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger, academic stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, trauma, and life transitions. Before joining Thriveworks, Chloe worked in settings including university, partial hospitalization, crisis intervention, and community outreach. With an empathic listening ear, Chloe provides a safe place for clients to tell their stories. She focuses on strengths, not flaws, and how to use them to cultivate resilience.
Chloe received her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Angelo State University. She takes an eclectic approach to therapy and uses a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, emotion-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and positive psychology.
Many people equate themselves with their issues, but Chloe encourages you to externalize the problem and write a new story. She views you as the expert and guides you through challenges while instilling confidence. If you are ready to better your mental health, reach out to Chloe today!
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...
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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My approach for therapy is to first establish a good rapport with the clients. I welcome questions along the way, and, especially in intake, let them know they can share what they are comfortable with and that I will respect their boundaries.
Families learn through various techniques how to better express themselves verbally and nonverbally, apply active listening, and identify and establish healthy boundaries. Utilizing different exercises such as narrative stories, mirroring, role play, and play therapy helps family members come to a greater understanding of themselves and each other while building a stronger, renewed sense of connection and family identity.
Families begin making meaningful progress in therapy when they gain more insight into their issues and start catching themselves in old thinking and problem-solving patterns. Also, when they start connecting with each other again in various activities, conflicts are reduced, and appropriate, effective communication increases among each other.
Families 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. Family therapy activities include worksheets and writing assignments, role-playing, family genograms, art therapy, playing games, and doing other fun activities together.
To prepare for your first therapy session, each family member can write down a list of questions and concerns to discuss. This can include current stressors in your family's life, past issues/events that have occurred that you may want to address, as well as 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 in your family.
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 Kingwood, 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 Kingwood, 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.
The premium family therapists at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX can facilitate these complex discussions between family members and help people determine what a healthy family looks like to them. Family therapy takes place in a safe, secure atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to speak their mind respectfully and openly. Each point of view matters. A family therapist helps family members zero in on the exact issue, then helps them find practical solutions. Reach out today to get started.
Family counseling can help family members achieve their individual and collective goals, whatever they may be. Licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) at Thriveworks are experienced in treating all kinds of issues that crop up in families, including the following:
Though a family therapist’s job isn’t to assign blame, sometimes they may identify one family member who could benefit from additional psychological support. In that event, they may refer the person for individual counseling.
A typical treatment plan for family therapy might include a hybrid of therapeutic approaches, such as strategic therapy, narrative therapy, structural therapy, or systemic therapy. Family therapy sessions might also incorporate mindfulness techniques that can improve everyone’s overall mental health. Family therapy can also assign specific exercises that may help enhance communication and honesty between family members.
Above all, family therapists at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX develop treatment plans that aim to achieve the family’s own goals. This means they may focus on any of the following issues:
When you make the decision to see a family therapist, you want to get started right away. That’s why Thriveworks makes its therapists available to you quickly. Most clients have their first session within the week of their initial booking. To get matched to a top-rated therapist in Kingwood, TX, you can call the Thriveworks office during our extended business hours and reach a human being, not a voicemail. Or, if you prefer, you can book online. Thriveworks providers accept most major forms of health insurance. They also offer affordable self-pay rates for clients paying out of pocket.
Show your family how much you care by bringing everyone together for family counseling at Thriveworks. We look forward to helping you and your family.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kingwood is located near Rockmead Drive and Kingwood Drive, off Interstate 69. It is close to the Robert L. Salazar M.D., F.A.C.C. and right by the Kingwood Place
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