Therapists serving clients in Uvalde, TX

Hello! My name is Brittiny Brown and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in the state of Texas. I have earned my Masters of Arts in Counseling, from Prairie View A&M University and have been working in the mental health field for a little over 4 years. I approach counseling with empathy and understanding and I use a holistic approach to fully attend to each clients’ needs. My experience includes treating adults (18-65) with diverse backgrounds and ranges of concerns. I also have experience treating depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, as well as other disorders. I find joy in helping clients reach their full potential and helping clients navigate through life, during difficult times. I’m holistic, person centered, very easy to talk to, and I always go above and beyond for my clients. I look forward to working with you!

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with experience in providing therapy and coaching to clients. I have worked with clients from ages 10 and up with a multitude of presenting issues such as developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, PTSD, self-esteem and self-identity issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. I came to the game late, getting my Bachelors and Masters in my 40's. I spent a lot of time in the business world, hiring, training and mentoring and I bring much of that experience to my therapy. I have worked with adolescents and adults that have experienced trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I have a varied experience coaching and mentoring young adults, women and single parents, both men and women. My experience is multifaceted working with individuals, families and parents separately. I believe the greatest agent of change is the relationship. Whether it is the relationship you have with a therapist, your spiritual relationship or a relationship with others. Relationships provide powerful impact for good and for bad. My focus in therapy is to meet a client where they are with unconditional positive regard and to use an approach that will work best as we work toward meeting therapy goals. With my experience, I truly believe I can help people heal their relationships and work through the struggles they face. I am here to support you through your journey.

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.

My name is Alicia Jones. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I have worked in social services for the past 12 years, including the Department of Child Protective Services, Foster Care and working with women recovering from addiction. I also have experience working with individuals and families dealing with trauma and crisis. I have years of experience working with people from various walks of life, who are interested in making positive changes in their lives. I consider myself eclectic using all the tools in my tool bag to help my clients with issues they may be experiencing. I believe in being caring, warm, authentic and non-judgmental; and meeting clients where they are. I do this by working collaboratively with clients, encouraging and advocating for them to dig deep and stay positive in order to become their most authentic self. I look forward to working with you!

I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia & schizoaffective disorder, as well as, the co-occurring diagnosis . I've worked in emergency room settings completing psychiatric triage, psychiatric inpatient units, high level of care outpatient programs, and private practice. I have mediated group therapy sessions to include life skills, anger management, stress management, and parenting, I believe you are the expert of your story and working together in a solution focused approach we can increase your coping skills aiding you in overcoming your challenges. It takes courage to seek a healthier version of yourself, and I am here to support and empower your journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. 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!

Hello and welcome! My name is Kristin Malaer, LCSW-S, CCTSW-MCS, CCTP. I am licensed in Texas with over 10 years of medical social work and 8 years of clinical social work experience. I have worked specifically with chronically ill clients as well as transplant recipients and in palliative care. I work full time in a hospital and offer psychotherapy part-time outside of my hospital working hours. **You may notice my availability is for Chat Only. I do have designated days for video and phone but the majority of my availability at this time for new clients is for "Live Chat" sessions. If I seem like a good fit for your needs do not hesitate to reach out to see if we can work with your preferences. I look forward to working with you towards your goals! I am a highly skilled and compassionate clinical therapist specializing in several crucial areas: stress and anxiety, grief and loss, compassion fatigue, chronic illness, life changes, and coping strategies. My therapeutic style can be best described as empowering, as I strongly believe in the inherent power and capacity for change that lies within each individual. My approach therapy lies with a firm belief that you have the ability to take control of your life and overcome challenges with the strengths within. In our sessions and virtual messages, I create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express thoughts, emotions, and concerns. I will actively listen to your experiences, providing genuine empathy and understanding. By offering unconditional support, we will establish a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust and accountability. As I challenge you, I also welcome feedback to cater my approach to your needs. I believe in the importance of personal accountability and will guide you to recognize and take responsibility for your own growth and well-being. I work to help you understand the internal resources necessary to navigate through difficult times. Rather than fostering dependence, I will encourage you to tap into your own strengths, resilience, and coping mechanisms. Through this process, I empower you to make positive changes and regain a sense of control over your life. Drawing from my expertise in stress and anxiety management, I will employ evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices. Overall, I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and develop effective coping strategies to manage stressors. Additionally, I integrate grief and loss counseling techniques to assist individuals in processing their emotions and finding meaning after experiencing significant losses. As a specialist in compassion fatigue, I am particularly attuned to the unique needs of professionals in demanding fields, including healthcare or caregiving. I provide targeted support to individuals experiencing burnout, helping them develop self-care practices and boundary-setting strategies to prevent emotional exhaustion and compassion fatigue. Moreover, my expertise in chronic illness and life changes enables me to guide clients through the emotional and psychological complexities associated with these challenges. I assist clients in adapting to their new circumstances, normalizing grief, finding meaning, and exploring opportunities for personal growth. Overall, my therapeutic style focuses on fostering client empowerment while acknowledging their inherent capacity for change. By combining empathy, accountability, evidence-based techniques, and specialized knowledge, you help clients develop the skills and resilience needed to overcome obstacles and lead fulfilling lives.

I am licensed in California, Oregon and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Hello! I'm Nastasia! Based out of the San Diego area, I offer online adult, teen, and relationship therapy throughout California, Florida, & Texas. I’m a Licensed Psychotherapist with an edge, unapologetically doing what it takes to feel well, and help others do the same. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, attachment, & relationships affected by trauma and PTSD. I take healing personal. It’s a privilege to witness the softening and surrendering of years of destructive beliefs. I’m invested. The most important thing you should know about me is this… I’m a trauma therapist that knows when to put down the manuals, evidence, & interventions and really see the person in front of me—validate your pain, hurt, effort, and culture. It’s about seeing you past a diagnosis. I will be transparent with my you. I’m a therapist that has had my own very personal experience with trauma. I’m a clinical therapist, but I also know what it feels like to be the one sitting on the couch, not in the chair. That is exactly why I have devoted my career and life to healing trauma. I appreciate the vulnerability of the person in front of me, so I honor it. I do so by making sure you have access to a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. I advocate for your right to lead your experience—to define your own well. For treatment to work, I adapt, personalize, empathize, and empower. I’m convinced there is no greater technique or practice than humanity. I have designed my practice & approach to reflect the collectiveness of humankind and living amongst and connecting with others empathetically and with compassion. Therapy gives you the space to safely put down the hurt. I have designed a space for you. A safe space to heal past experiences, relationships, unbalance, uncertainty, and stuck. A space where you are met with empathy, compassion, and support. I facilitate healing—that sought after peace of mind. I want to help you put down the stress, hurt, pain, and shame. I’m here for it. I’m invested in it, and I’m here to help you heal it! I’m a trauma therapist that will advocate for your healing and your right to define your well. —Nastasia Freeman, LMHC, LPCC, LPC Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul. - C. G. Jung Credentials: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. Gottman Leader issued by the Gottman Institute (TGI). Mental Health Experience: Licensed Psychotherapist & Founder of a mental health private practice: I specialize in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, attachment, & relationships affected by trauma and PTSD. I provide individual, relationship, and group therapy. Additionally, I facilitate support groups, workshops, and take an active role in community advocacy and support. Licensed Psychotherapist: I provide individual, relationship, & group therapy as an independent contractor/psychotherapist. School Mental Health Counselor: I provided individual and group mental health counseling in a public high-school setting to students and their families. I primary served those experiencing anxiety, trauma, and grief. Crisis Interventionist: I provided crisis response within a law enforcement agency. I responded and provided support and resources to victims and their families during and following traumatic incidents. Behavioral Therapist: I supported children diagnosed with autism and their families. I utilized applied behavioral analysis principles to improve heath outcomes, behavior challenges, and social behaviors Education: I graduated from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, and I also hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I have extensive post-graduate education, training, and experience in mental health counseling, clinical trauma & PTSD, forensic psychology, crisis intervention, integrative mental health, research-based relationship techniques, youth & school mental health, and behavioral therapy. Membership: American Psychological Association (APA), Division 019 Society for Military Psychology (APA), Division 56 Trauma Psychology (APA), Trauma Survivors Network, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), Inclusive Therapists, Florida Counseling Association, Florida Association for Multi-Cultural Counseling and Development (FAMCD), and Florida Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (FACAC).

I am licensed in Texas with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.