Therapists in Ballinger, TX

*Are you having a challenging time in your relationships, either personal or professional? *Would you like to optimize your combined strengths? *Have you been hurt by a loved one or close friend? *Looking for assistance with life's challenges? *Unsure about the path you should take? Allow me to assist you with your behavioral and emotional needs. Hello, I’m Yolanda Pender—a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas and a National Certified Counselor, with 20+ years of progressive counseling experience. I have had the privilege of working with both civilian and military populations, offering individual and couples counseling, marriage mentoring, family support, trauma and grief care, social services, and personal development. While we cannot change the past, together we can work toward understanding its impact and finding meaningful resolutions for the challenges you face today. I approach every client with compassion, honesty, dignity, and respect, creating a safe and supportive space to explore what’s weighing on you and what’s possible for your future. My counseling style is collaborative and interactive, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. I draw from humanistic principles while integrating approaches such as Interpersonal Therapy, Cognitive and Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, and Psychodynamic insights, among others. My goal is to help you identify the strategies and tools best suited to your growth, well-being, and long-term success. Thank you for considering me as a partner in your journey. I look forward to walking alongside you as we uncover new ways forward and create space for healing, resilience, and renewed hope.

Please note: My hours are from 3pm-midnight. Hello, my name is Ross Thompson a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas since 2008, and I look forward to working with you. Therapy model: I am a Client-Centered Therapist that is dedicated in creating a cooperative and respectful relationship to enhance the identification of your needs, goals, and progression towards them. I try my best to provide therapy style that fits your current state pulling from applicable models that resonate with my clients, such as: CBT, Collaborative, Narrative and Solution Focused models. Therapy approach: I believe in a holistic approach of mind and body affecting the greater outcome, so I may also bring in techniques from Mindfulness and physical health to enhance your treatment outcomes. These can help create solutions for long lasting changes. My priority is not just to reach your current goal, but stability that will last beyond counseling, where you can recognize and enhance your strengths and adaptability to deal with any issues that may present themselves on your own. Education: I have an MA and Ph.D classes in Marriage and Family Therapy since 2008 working with those self-reporting a wide range of concerns, including but not limited to many forms of: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Emotional Trauma, Co-Dependency, Adultery/Cheating, and Motivation. I hope we can work together, I look forward to working with you!

As a licensed therapist in California and Texas, I bring over two decades of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, culturally responsive spaces for diverse clients, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief and loss. I am deeply committed to supporting individuals navigating challenging life transitions, identity exploration, and personal growth. My approach honors each person's unique experiences, with a particular focus on multicultural concerns, women's issues, sexuality, and life transitions/challenges. My therapeutic style emphasizes compassionate, collaborative healing. I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients develop self-love, improve communication, overcome isolation, and rediscover personal purpose. Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship patterns, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. In my free time I enjoy gardening, baking/cooking, reading, dancing, snow skiing, singing, exploring new cultures, traveling, camping, kayaking, volunteering, crafting, writing and spending time with my family, grandchildren and friends.

Greetings! Sometimes life's challenges will prompt us to seek support and you've come to the right place. Kudos to you for taking the first step in getting the support you are seeking. I have a master's degree in School and Professional Counseling from Amberton University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. As a School Counselor I have refined my skills in working with adolescents from diverse backgrounds. I have over seventeen years working with high school students and adults. I have worked with individuals with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, low self esteem, lack of motivation and significant trauma. My therapeutic style is future-focused, goal-directed and focuses on solutions rather than on the problems. My assumption is that you have knowledge of what would make your life better and together we will work on solutions. My approach is collaborative, in order to achieve change. As a therapist/counselor, I am very open and you can tell me anything in a non judmental environment. I am here if you need to feel understood and you want the truth. If this is what you are looking for, you have come to the right place.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups. Throughout my career, I have helped clients navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and major life transitions. I also specialize in women’s issues, including postpartum concerns, parenting, identity shifts, and the transition into new stages of life. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which I’ve found to be highly effective in helping clients make meaningful, lasting changes. I believe that when people gain new insight and practical coping skills, they often begin to see their world in more hopeful, empowering ways. In therapy, I offer a warm, supportive, and collaborative environment where you can explore your experiences without judgment. Life can be confusing and challenging, yet it also holds opportunities for growth—and even unexpected silver linings. My goal is to help you uncover those moments of clarity, strength, and possibility as you move toward a more peaceful and meaningful life.

I am licensed in Texas with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am pleased that you have selected Betterhelp and me to reach out to for therapy. My name is Vanessa Costello and I am licensed in Arizona, Oklahoma and Texas with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and have worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor with a varied clientele. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, adults and seniors at various counseling agencies. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, & depression utilizing a Biblical Christian perspective alongside other treatment modalities. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma focused therapy. My goal in counseling is to foster a collaborative, healing relationship that provides safety for healing and growth for each of my clients. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Texas with years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping individuals with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma, abuse, anger management, & despression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Trained in intergenerational family therapy with a specialization in substance use disorders. Developed a smoking cessation program and done extensive work with disabilities and the elderly. Use of spirituality issues to assist people in understanding.

As a licensed therapist in Texas, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with compassion and expertise. I work closely with young adults, men, women, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, offering culturally responsive care that honors each person's unique experiences. My therapeutic approach centers on helping clients work through challenging issues like social anxiety, workplace stress, family dynamics, feelings of depression and personal identity issues. I'm particularly skilled in supporting individuals dealing with guilt, shame, panic attacks, grief and the impacts of discrimination or prejudice. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, and move towards personal growth. Drawing from extensive clinical experience, I provide targeted support for a wide range of concerns, including substance use challenges, relationship issues, and navigating significant life changes. I'm committed to walking alongside my clients with empathy, respect, and a deep understanding of the complex emotional journeys we all experience.

Our resilient spirit helps us get through many difficulties and obstacles throughout our lives, but sometimes we come across something that can threaten to hurt us, hold us back or even keep us stuck. Engaging in the therapeutic process can help alleviate these feelings of overwhelmedness, hopelessness or fear. My therapeutic approach is one of authenticity and trust to create a safe environment where you can explore and engage in ways to cope with the issues you choose to address. This therapeutic relationship can lead to healing changes and release of emotional distress in a true collaborative way. My role is to meet you where you are in the process in a non-judgmental and positive way towards the goals or changes you envision as possible.

Howdy! I'm a therapist who has had the privilege of working with people navigating a wide range of experiences — from schizophrenia and other serious mental health conditions to substance use concerns. My approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and a belief in meeting people exactly where they are, while gently challenging them when it supports their growth. Most recently, I have worked extensively with veterans and their families, focusing on post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. Trauma often brings layers of guilt and shame that can be heavy to carry. I am deeply passionate about helping individuals release those burdens so that life can begin to feel lighter, more manageable, and more hopeful. It would be an honor to meet with you and learn more about your story. I look forward to walking alongside you in your healing journey.