Find a licensed online therapist in Cedar Lake, TX

I am Paulette Edwards, PhD, LPC and I am Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I have over 12 years of experience as a counselor and have assisted a wide variety of adults, couples, children and families in reaching their goals. My counseling style is warm and interactive, because I want to provide the best level of care to my clients while also helping my clients to be the best person you can be. This compassionate approach provides a safe place in which clients can find their inner strength to grow and adapt to the many changes in life. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution focus, narrative, natural system and psycho-dynamic therspy, of course I will tailor the approach specific to your needs. I realize in life we get overwhelmed by situations that are unexpected and out of our control. My job is to teach you ways to balance these unexpected events with the appropriate tools. I applaud you for taking the next step towards change that will lead to a happier and fulfilling life. I look forward to working with you.

Laura Sparkman is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Education with a Minor in Spanish in 2005. She later earned a Master of Counseling from Southern Methodist University in 2012. Laura has spent the last 18 years working across the medical, educational, and non-profit sectors with all demographics. She has served various roles as a teacher, learning specialist, guidance counselor and administrative / faculty adviser in both private and public schools in the greater Dallas area. Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Laura’s passion and specialty is working with the learning different population who often struggle with co-morbid social-emotional challenges. As a hybrid professional, she blends the worlds of education & therapy offering her clients a myriad of practical strategies and tools. Additionally, Laura enjoys empowering parents & the larger family system to foster healing, strength, perseverance, and optimism through challenging times. She encourages her clients on their journey to better manage stress, anxiety, and depression. She uses a combination of therapy orientations tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy to instill hope by reframing maladaptive, distorted thought patterns and foster positive coping skills. Laura supports adults going through a wide variety of struggles and transitions. Life is a roller coaster with many unexpected ups and downs. While we can’t control our environment, we can control our actions and behaviors. We can learn healthier coping skills to deal with problems. An overwhelming mountain may become a more manageable mole hill. Laura provides a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be your true, authentic, vulnerable self. It can be difficult to focus on yourself when you have a lot of other responsibilities and roles. It’s important to take the time to get your own needs met, so that you can be calm, clear, present and intentional each day. Everyone deserves to have proper balance between their personal and work life. During the course of therapy, Laura will create a climate of acceptance and understanding so that you may feel free to share all of your experiences, perceptions, and emotions. Confronting distorted and denied patterns through a close therapeutic relationship allows many people to develop healthier ways of coping with life. Your brain will begin to re-wire itself and move towards optimal neural integration. This will allow for improved emotional regulation, mood enhancement and the ability to buffer daily stress. You will no longer be stuck or held back. Laura's job is to hold a mirror up and help remove the walls and obstacles so that you can become more attuned to your inner voice guiding you to whom you are meant to be.

Lisa A. Guerra is a compassionate and highly skilled Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and reclaim their sense of strength. With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, residential treatment, and crisis intervention, Lisa specializes in supporting adults and families navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. Her therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Neurosequential Model, TBRI principles, and person-centered care to create a safe, structured, and empowering environment for each client. Individual Counseling – CBT & Neurosequential Model: Individual counseling integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the Neurosequential Model to provide a holistic, brain-based approach to healing. I help clients understand how past experiences, nervous-system patterns, and core beliefs influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors today. By combining CBT’s structured, skill-building strategies with the Neurosequential Model’s focus on regulation, rhythm, and developmental sequencing, I support clients in calming their nervous system, strengthening emotional resilience, and developing healthier ways of thinking and responding to life’s challenges. This approach empowers individuals to gain insight, build practical coping skills, and move forward with greater confidence and stability. Experienced in betrayal trauma, family relationships, and parenting.

"Discovering the truth about ourselves is a lifetime's work, but it's worth the effort." -Mr. Fred Rogers. Awareness is the main goal in all my counseling sessions. If you are not aware of what needs to be worked on, discussed, overcome, or addressed, then you will never be equipped with the proper tools needed to resolve or work through challenges. I will help you peel back the layers of your life and discover who you truly are in order to help you tap into the best version of yourself. I offer another perspective that is sometimes needed when decisions need to be made or situations arise in life that are difficult to comprehend. Other times you just need someone to listen or affirm what you are believing. In any case, I can be an objective voice of reason. Counseling is not one-size-fits-all. I have always felt that I possess the innate ability to not just connect with people but to always provide them with a tailored counseling experience.

I am a master's levelLicensed Professional Counselor in Texas with required crendentialing to provide counseling services. I have 20 years of experience in various counseling methods and theories employed in counseling clients. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anger and behavior management, mood disorders, anxiety and trauma. My therapy style is interactive with respectful sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral with solution-focus and rational-emotive therapy. I will work with you to design a treatment plan that conforms to your unique and specific need and proceed at a pace that affords you greatest success. I realize and understand that the decision to engage in counseling in a huge life step and personal commitment. I will endeavor to make the experience one in which you feel comfortable and supported. I look forward to assisting you in your journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & depression. I also have experience working with clients to help them develop coping strategies to deal with life changes. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse & 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oklahoma. I have provided therapy for a diverse population of clients over the past nine years. I worked within the court system for three years where I was able to aid people in their recovery process while dealing with life changes and any mental health issues. The last five years I have worked with families to provide a better quality of life in spite of mental health or disparaging circumstances. I have experience with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem, addiction and trauma. I pride myself on being judgement free and providing an atmosphere which is open and safe. My therapeutic approach is conversational, solution-focused and holistic. We will focus on behaviors which are counter productive to desired results and I will aid the you in finding prosocial activities which can promote healthier habits leading to a better life. I will allow you to be the expert of your life while providing support and helping to maintain focus on the goals we determine you would like to meet during the therapeutic relationship. I look forward to being a part of your journey to becoming your best self!!!

Bette Smyth, PH.D., LPC Life is unpredictable and can feel overwhelming, even scary. We need skills to embrace life’s challenges as invitations to self-discovery and personal growth. My 35-year work history in crisis intervention has taught me to create an interactive environment where thoughts, emotions, and experiences can be shared without fear of judgment. I am research-oriented and practice evidence-based therapeutic techniques. My approach includes integrative modalities, such as cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and spiritual growth strategies. Learning new ways to relate to yourself and others can enable you to face each day with courage, resilience, and even joy. I have worked in a variety of venues including correctional institutions, government crisis agencies, emergency rooms, and hotline call centers. I have guided individuals, couples, and families to conquer depression, anxiety, isolation, intrusive thoughts and emotions and end-of-life issues. My clients have enriched my insight, my compassion, and my ability to listen with an open heart. I’d love to hear your story. I’d be honored.

I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I treat a broad range of emotional and behavioral conditions such as depression, grief, anxiety, and more. I specialize in the treatment of trauma, chronic illness/disabilities, and addictions. Many of the people I see experience a combination of 2 or more conditions that can be treated together. Counseling is a shared process where I help you identify your goals and together we develop an action plan to meet your unique needs. I have almost two decades of experience in treating mental health disorders. I am licensed in Texas with a master’s degree in mental health and rehabilitation counseling, and chemical dependency counseling (LCDC). I am nationally certified in rehabilitation counseling and as a certified trauma specialist. I firmly believe everyone has the power to create the life they want, and I am here to support you in that journey. You don't have to do it alone.

Making human connections and watching others grow and thrive brings me joy. It is what led me to this work 10 years ago and why I still enjoy it. I work with individuals to treat stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and motivation issues and relationship issues. My goal is always to create a safe non-judgmental space for my clients to feel comfortable, be heard and to be able to give feedback. I draw from my work in Psychodynamic therapy, Client Centered therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I look forward to meeting you and getting started.

I am a retired Veteran and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas with 7 years of professional work experience in the correctional system along with private practice. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Therapy is unique and everyone is different in what they are looking for, or need within the therapeutic relationship. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to be willing to seek help when life gets to tough and I applaud you for taking that step. I would love the opportunity to work with you and assist you on your journey through life.

Hello, I'm Vionnette Maldonado, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. I provide therapy services primarily in Spanish and focus on Spanish-speaking clients. My passion is supporting people on their journey of growth, healing, and self-discovery. I believe we all have the capacity to heal when we find a safe space where we can be heard without judgment . I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, domestic violence, postpartum mothers, or those navigating significant life transitions. My approach is collaborative, empathetic, and strengths-based. I utilize tools from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and emotion regulation techniques to help you reconnect with yourself and achieve emotional well-being. If you decide to begin therapy with me I offer a warm, authentic, and respectful space where you can explore your emotions and progress at your own pace. I am here to walk alongside you on this journey.