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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor MS, LPC in Texas . I have 26 years experience as a psychotherapist in private practice, virtually online, and I offered individual therapy to nursing home and assisted living residents. I was also a teacher and school counselor for 20 years. I have a special heart for educators and teachers. I have been on Better Help since September 2020. I am a Christian who believes in prayer and the Bible. I offer Faith Based, Bible based counseling and prayer if desired. Religious faith can be a source of comfort, grounding, and healing. I am currently accepting new clients ages 18+ for individual therapy sessions only. I do not offer couples therapy or family sessions. My Office Hours are Mondays 6 am - 4pm, Wednesdays 6 am - 4pm, Fridays 6 am -4pm, Saturdays 6 am - Noon CST. Some Sundays 9 am - noon. 2 pm- 3 pm CST. My Areas Of Expertise Include: Trauma, Toxic Relationships, Narcissistic Abuse, Christian Counseling, Women's Issues, Anxiety, Panic, Depression, OCD, Relationships, Communication, Boundaries, Divorce, Separation, Life transitions, Ages and Stages of Life, Grief and loss, Geriatric issues, Dementia / Alzheimer's, Hospice / End of life issues, Chronic Illness and pain, Caregiver wellness , Compassion fatigue. My client centered approach & pace is customized to individual needs. I offer unconditional positive regard to clients with a holistic approach of wellness in body and mind. Therapeutic dialogue, or talk therapy is a positive approach to processing thoughts & emotions. I am patient, empathic, and I am excellent at active listening. Therapy is a safe, judgement free, no shame, no blame zone. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, validated, and understood. My hope is that all clients will feel lighter, brighter and more hopeful after each session. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to working with you! https://www.betterhelp.com/elaine-messarra/

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.

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience who is also fluent in Spanish. I have experience in helping clients with motivation, self esteem, and confidence, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. 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 listen, support and empower you in that journey. I look forward to meeting you and I appreciate you considering me to join you in your journey. Hope to meet you soon!

Inner peace is something that many of us seek, but sometimes we feel stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior (that’s often handed to us early on) that make life feel challenging. Building awareness of our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors can open the doorway to practicing new ways of being in the world that cultivates inner peace. This is the journey that I seek to help others on. I especially enjoy working with those seeking to cultivate healthy relationships with themselves and others, those going through spiritual transitions and healing religious trauma, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. In my work, I often help clients tease out the unhealthy messages they may have internalized from cultural and familial dynamics. My hope for the clients that I work with is that, through deepening awareness and boldly trying new perspectives and behaviors, they will bit by bit begin to see true positive change in their emotional experiences and relationships.

I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience, ready to work with you to build resilience, confidence, and a thriving future. Do you find it difficult to be present and enjoy the moment, as your thoughts never seem to turn off? Do you feel a lack of motivation while your memory and concentration are suffering? If you find yourself fearful of change, often procrastinating and avoiding, while feeling completely overwhelmed, I am here to help. I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, life transitions, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. Using evidence-based approaches to help connect your thoughts, emotions, and actions, we will cultivate tools and specific skills you need to support your growth and healing. I utilize a variety of techniques that help reduce vulnerability to stress, build emotional regulation, improve your mood, and build healthy relationships. Taking the first step toward healing and wellness is a brave and challenging act. I would love to walk alongside you, with encouragement and an open mind, to help you move out of survival mode and into a life worth living.

Hello! I look forward to meeting you! I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I am also an Army Veteran. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience in coping with life changes. This is an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Congratulations to you in taking this step toward positive change! I am excited to support & empower you in your journey!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with 14 years of Mental Health Therapy experience. "A Problem is a failure to find an effective response." I have experience in helping my clients deal with the following problems: Stress, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, and Depression. I believe that YOU are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming your challenges. Are you ready to take that first step with me to seek a more fulfilling and happier life? I am here to support you through your Journey of Self-Exploration.

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.

As a licensed therapist serving clients across Texas, I bring over a decade of compassionate mental health experience to my practice. My professional journey is dedicated to supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and stress management. My approach centers on creating a supportive, understanding environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I am committed to helping individuals build resilience, emotional well-being, and healthier life patterns. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by diverse communities, I strive to provide culturally responsive care that honors each client's individual journey. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and focused on empowering clients to discover their inner strengths and create positive change. I welcome individuals seeking a supportive, faith-informed therapeutic space and am particularly experienced in supporting older adults through life transitions and emotional healing. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and genuine care.

I am a dedicated therapist who helps clients address life’s challenges with clarity and purpose. I work with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, communication problems, and personal growth. My approach is client-centered and practical, focused on building skills, resilience, and healthier patterns. I support clients in developing effective coping strategies and improving how they navigate relationships and daily life. I have experience working with workplace stress, young adults, and personal development concerns. My work is focused, goal-oriented, and designed to create meaningful change. I work with individuals who are ready to take an active, structured approach to improving their emotional well-being and personal growth.

My approach to therapy is centered around building relationships. The most important thing you need to know is that you are not alone; that there is hope and that you have everything you need within yourself to get better. When you choose therapy with me, it will be more of a conversation than me “analyzing” you as a client. It will be a safe space where you will not feel judged, and a place where you feel validated but also challenged to reevaluate your thought processes and actions. If you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, I invite you to reach out to me today. Together, we can unlock your inner strength, embrace new possibilities, and pave the way for a brighter future.

Are you lonely-even when surrounded by friends or family? Are you having trouble getting along with your spouse? Your partner? Your teenager? Do you feel disconnected with those around you? Our connections with others form the foundation for our happiness. Strong connections result in peace and joy in life--even in difficult times. Weak or non-existent connections create a life that is often lonely and unbearable. If you have broken connections with others, contact me. I specialize in working with women, couples, families, and teens-especially those who have faced divorce or separation. Through counseling and coaching, I have helped hundreds learn about their own needs and patterns, how to set healthy boundaries with others, and ultimately how to form the strong connections so necessary for happiness. If you or someone you love is hurting, let me help. Contact me today! If you feel Sad, Angry, Trapped, Worried, Fearful, Anxious, Overwhelmed, Hopeless, Panicky, Ashamed, Stuck, Depressed, Voiceless, Ready to give up...or Nothing at all, contact me! I'd like to help you move away from them and into happiness and peace. I look forward to talking to you!

As a licensed therapist with nearly two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address stress, anxiety, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal growth. I'm particularly passionate about supporting individuals working through challenges related to self-esteem, communication difficulties, and feelings of isolation. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and collaborative, designed to help you develop deeper self-understanding and resilience. I create a supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, heal from past challenges, and develop meaningful strategies for personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with panic attacks, processing traumatic experiences, or seeking greater life purpose, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise. I believe in honoring each person's unique journey and strengths, offering personalized guidance that respects your individual path to healing and self-discovery. Together, we can work towards building greater emotional well-being and personal empowerment.

I'm a therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through some of life's most challenging experiences. My work has centered on grief, trauma and abuse recovery, and I'm committed to creating a safe, affirming space for all clients—regardless of background, belief system, or life stage. I believe that healing happens when you feel truly seen and respected. I work with clients across diverse experiences and identities, including those navigating faith-based perspectives, LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and those exploring secular worldviews. My approach honors where you are in your journey without judgment. My therapeutic style is grounded in trauma-informed care, emphasizing collaboration, compassion, and your own expertise about your life. I draw on evidence-based practices to help you process difficult experiences, rebuild trust, and move toward meaningful healing at your own pace. Starting therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you as you work toward greater peace and wholeness.