Hello there! My name is Shajuan Alexander and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor! I operate my full-time therapy practice virtually for clients in Missouri and Texas. Who am I outside of a therapist you may wonder. I identify as a Black woman who is a wife, mother, social advocate, naturalista and self-care enthusiast. Authenticity/Vulnerability/Integrity are some of the top core values of who I am as a woman and professional. Helping people be human, acknowledging their emotions, creating firm boundaries and healthy relationships are some topics that are important to me and that I choose to highlight throughout my practice. I am a firm believer that in order for a person to be whole, there has to be a foundation of self awareness that can be gained throughout of upbringings or our experiences from difference individuals that we encounter. When clients experience me, I want to leave the impression that mental wellness is achievable. My approach in therapy is one in the same as in my professional career today. My passion is to work alongside my clients, to serve as a guided positive support and a representation of calmness through the chaos.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques, I collaborate with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals. I am committed to helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and discover strategies for positive change. Through my expertise and genuine care, clients can expect a supportive therapeutic experience that fosters personal growth and enhances their overall quality of life.

Hello! I bring 16 years of mental health experience along for your sessions. I consider myself a generalist and I'm happy to help you with any need or concern that you might have. Some of the areas where I have the most experience are depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and grief and loss. I work with almost all age groups however, I typically do not work with persons under the age of 18. If you are a minor, please consult with me before scheduling an intake and I will consider your need and my areas of expertise and help you determine our next steps. I am also no longer able to accommodate couples therapy. If you are seeking a couples therapy session I will be happy to assist you with a referral. I have spent the majority of my career working in a University setting and have helped many college-age adults make meaningful changes. I have also worked in behavioral health clinics and have experience working with clients that have been legally referred to therapy. If you would like to make an appointment and cannot find a time that works for you, please feel free to call me at my office (please leave a voicemail if I'm unavailable) or send me an e-mail and I'll see if I can move some things around to accommodate your need. 806-701-2601 or chris@beginningchange.com

Alexis Hyde-Washmon, MS, BCBA, LPC, LMFT, LBA My experience includes 23 years in the field of mental health and behavioral analysis, working with individuals ages 12 months to over 70 years. I have been educated in theory incorporating applied behavior analysis, collaborative learning theory, cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, and family therapy. I have experience working with children and adults with a wide range of mental challenges in outpatient and inpatient settings (including hospital, PICU, clinical, and residential), educational (school) settings, as well as in-home and community environments. I have been trained in crisis support that includes but not limited to the following: behavior management, operational definition of problem, assessing needs and concerns, debriefing during crisis, addressing basic needs, providing practical and immediate care and support, providing comfort and assistance to facilitate a state of calm, providing additional resources, services and social supports, examining alternatives, ensuring safety while protecting individuals from further harm, making a plan, and obtaining commitment. I have been formally trained in the following areas: diagnosing mental challenges and cognitive abilities utilizing a variety of tools and assessments, interfacing with clinics and insurance companies in the development of treatment plans, filing claims, formal peer review, developing IEP goals and data tracking in the school setting. I have been involved in and presented a variety of research in these areas throughout the years. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and then obtained a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology (with a Specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy) from Our Lady of the Lake University. I subsequently obtained licenses as a Professional Counselor (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Texas. I attended the Behavior Certification Program at the University of Houston – Clear Lake and obtained a national certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I originally obtained a BCaBA after obtaining my bachelor’s degree and taught classes in Behavior Analysis at the University of Houston. I became a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in 2018 in Texas. Currently, I am a Ph.D. in General Psychology.

Greetings, I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from the University of North Texas and have been practicing for 19 years. Transitioning through life changes can be challenging, and having a therapist assist you through these transitions can be incredibly beneficial. Therapists can provide support, guidance, and tools to help navigate changes in relationships, careers, health, or any other aspect of life. They can help you explore your feelings, identify patterns or obstacles, and develop coping strategies to manage stress and uncertainty. Additionally, therapists can offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to express yourself and work through any concerns or fears you may have about the transition process.

My name is Albert Figueroa. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with more than 12 yrs of clinical work experience. I offer individual counseling for adolescents and adults. My treatment are focused on a holistic view, seeing the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Challenge areas that I focus in treatment are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, substance use, LGBTQ+ related issues, spiritual/faith based, goal setting, weight management and body dysmorphia. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. My treatment modalities are based on your needs, using a mixture of CBT, ACT, DBT, strength perspective, faith base, and solution focus. A few hobbies of mine are being with family, watching movies and being outdoors. I have a strong passion for health and fitness. I also have a strong faith believe that has let me to care, listen, feel and serve my clients. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Ryan Curtiss, LCSW is an Honorably discharged Marine Sergeant who was medically retired following OIF-1. Ryan went to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, Texas, where he earned his Master of Social Work degree in 2015 and his Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2014. Ryan was a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Texas from 2015-2022 and is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas since 2022. Ryan has been a licensed therapist for over 7-years. Ryan specializes in stress and anger management, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, obsessions/compulsions, ADHD, phobias, depression, and substance use. Ryan holds the following certifications: Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Cognitive Processing Therapy Certification (CPT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification (TF-CBT), and Exposure Response Prevention Certification (ERP (CCATP)). Ryan has worked physically in the Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio metro areas of Texas along with virtual/telehealth throughout the entire United States as a licensed clinical therapist. Ryan has treated children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics with mental health issues, acute/chronic disorders, substance use/abuse, end of life issues, chronic pain, medical illnesses, hospice, grief/loss, military and combat related issues, relationship and family issues, personality disorders, conduct and impulse control issues, and so much more in inpatient behavioral, hospitals, primary care, hospice/palliative care, and private practice settings with civilians, Veterans, Military, and Law Enforcement clients.

I am a husband, father, Veteran, and therapist. I know and understand the complex challenges that people face with behavioral health issues. I have been practicing for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic, and direct. My goal is to help clients face their issues at their own pace and learn how to move forward in life. Regardless of the issues you're seeking guidance we can work together to find effective solutions.

I have twelve years of clinical experience counseling individuals struggling with issues including anxiety, depression and trauma. I greatly value providing you with an authentic and judgement free experience. I find my clients appreciate my direct approach. In other words, I will give it to you straight. We will work towards what you want in life and that often means moving through what one historically avoids. What lies on the other side of the pain is the life you were meant to live. I also enjoy incorporating humor into our work together. Anxiety, depression and trauma often steal our joy and sense of humor. Joy and humor can be found again.

Hi. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Houston, Texas. I received my Masters of Human Relations (MHR) from the University of Oklahoma in 2007 and obtained by first license to practice as a Licensed Professional (LPC) in Oklahoma in 2010 and have been practicing since. In 2021. I became licensed to practice in Texas and had my first experience in online counseling. In 2023, I obtained Nevada LPC license. I strive to create a nonjudmental, and welcoming environment for young and older adults struggling with various life challenges which include depression, anxiety, PTSD and relationship issues, to explore the root causes of these challenges and work towards achieving a great mental-being. Therapy is the beginning of an individual's journey to living a full and meaningful life, after experiencing different challenges in life that got them stuck. Working with individuals on this journey is truly a privilege and one that I take with the greatest compassion and understanding of a client's courage in taking this first step. I am deeply empathetic and genuinely care about the wellbeing of my clients. Looking for a therapist? Look no further.

I know that people drink and use other substances for many different reasons. Drugs and alcohol often start as the solution and end as the problem. Let me help you find your road to recovery! I have been in the recovery field for over eight years and have worked in a residential treatment facility for the past several years, serving adults 18 years and older.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been practicing counseling for over 7 years. I was able to gain invaluable professional knowledge and experience assisting in the facilitation and growth of an outpatient program at a psychiatric hospital to address various mental health needs. For my last year at the hospital, I worked primarily with active and retired military duty personnel. I have been in private practice for over 5 years and primarily work with individuals that are dealing with trauma, existential crises or are adjusting to interpersonal relational issues. I specialize in mood disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression and anger), processing trauma, and with improving relationships. I am a compassionate and caring counselor that focuses on a collaborative relationship with my clients to support and encourage healthy strategies to resolve life stressors. My goal is helping clients feel healthy and able to more fully enjoy life.

After many years of exploring a variety of jobs I finally began to focus on assisting others in this adventure called "life ." As an adult. I began serving through Christian ministry and then realized I was even more fulfilled in working more specifically in the wider field of mental health. After getting both master's and a doctoral degree in mental health, I worked in clinical settings, counseling centers, crisis centers, my own private practice , and university settings. While managing my own counseling center, I also served several years teaching graduate students in the areas of counseling and psychology. My joy comes from helping others regain control of life when cognitions, emotions, and behaviors have caused distress. We do not always understand the "why" of life experiences, however we can gain mastery of our thinking, feeling, and doing and continue to enhance functioning and happiness.

My name is James Hunter MS, LPC, LCDC. I am 52 years old I have 25 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked in various levels of care from intensive inpatient, supported residential treatment programs, and outpatient treating a wide range of mental health symptoms. I Specialize in Cognitive & Behavioral Psychotherapies, Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Existential approaches, Substance Use Disorders/Addiction counseling, and other modalities modified to your needs. I have experience working with and treating Mood Disorders such as Depression & Anxiety type disorders with evidence-based treatment modalities. My approach can be very genuine, direct, and honest and while I may not always tell you "what you want to hear," I will provide feedback based on what is best to hear to help improve your insight into your problems. My counseling/therapy style may not be for everyone. If you are ready to make changes and are seeking honesty, logic, and a solution-focused approach then I may be a good fit for you. I believe in a total wellness approach to treating mental health disorders and life issues that considers the larger picture of health: Mental, Emotional, Physical, Social, relationships, Spiritual, Environmental, & Occupational or sense of purpose. I understand that adopting a new lifestyle & healthier habits can present challenges and often at times may seem difficult. My goal is to assist you with improving your mental health, well-being, overall health as a person, and with developing healthy patterns of thinking and healthier behaviors/coping mechanisms while helping you gain insight into your own personal psychology and development. I am ready to assist you with: Adjustment to life issues, Codependency/Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed by life, Stress, toxic relationships, and more.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about counseling and helping people find ways of navigating life’s ups and downs. I received my master’s degree from Grand Canyon University, and I have always loved helping people. I help young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and attachment issues overcome their distressing problems and achieve their desired life goals.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from the Liberty University, and have been practicing for three years. I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles (family and couples), addiction, and anger management. I'm experienced working with individuals that have experienced past trauma, struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, stress and those just needing to be heard and understood. I'm a listener first, but also an educator to how our mind is able to take control of our negative emotions and will provide skills of how mindfully, we can overcome these emotions and learn to live our best lives.

During therapy session, Mr. Martin applies an eclectic skill set collected from multiple therapeutic perspectives. He is a therapist with expertise working with children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families to provide psychological treatments. His areas of expertise include serious psychopathology-related life conflicts, parental disputes, relationship/family issues, trauma, grief, stress management, school behavioral problems, and mood stabilization (depression, anxiety, rage, etc.).

My name is Pablo, and I have been working as a clinician for the past eight years. I have worked with a variety of clients, including adults, couples, and families. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, addiction, marital problems, anger problems, and a wide range of other mental health concerns in both clinical and hospital settings. My goal as a clinician is to help people gain a better understanding of the challenges that can arise in daily life and how to maintain a healthy balance so that these problems do not define them. I want to help my clients understand the true purpose of counseling and how it can empower them to grow as individuals. I am passionate about helping people build the tools they need to live fulfilling lives. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Faith Development. I also have a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling. I am committed to providing my clients with the highest quality of care.

He has over 15 years of experience in both public and private mental health settings and has most recently worked as a Clinical Supervisor for 29 different Assertive Community Treatment programs with a nationally recognized Behavioral Health Company. He offers a variety of treatment options designed to provide effective, competent, individualized psychotherapy to individuals with diverse issues and concerns. In a non-judgmental setting, clients are encouraged to achieve goals by utilizing skills and interventions to improve functioning. He utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapies for people of all ages to address mood instability, life transitions, trauma and stress, grief, relationship and family concerns, as well as parent-child issues. Finding the right therapist can often seem overwhelming. My personality and style of interaction is professional, but casual and inviting. I am open to hearing about your needs and concerns. Being non-judgmental is one way I help my clients feel comfortable. I am here for you.

Hello and welcome. First of all, thank you for seeking assistance for yourself as I know it is not easy. My name is Silvestre Rubio, but all my life people have called my Silver. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 11 years of experience. I work with the Adult who may be struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Relationship Issues, and who might be having issues adopting suitable coping skills to the daily challenges. We dive into many different techniques, but a session with me may feel like talking to a "professional friend", where we feel comfortable talking, but can feel like a positive change has happened by end of session. Please do not hesitate to reach out as I would love an opportunity to sit down and see if we are a good fit. Taking care of your mental health is important and I'm here to help.

Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being: Counseling with Michael Thompson Creating a Safe Space for Personal Growth and Empowerment: Hey there! I'm Michael Thompson, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals and groups through tough times. I believe in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination, and my goal is to help you achieve optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment. In therapy, I create a safe space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings, discover your strengths, and overcome any obstacles in your path. I specialize in helping people with addictive behaviors, depression, personality disorders, severe mental illness, anxiety, major life changes, low self-esteem, relationship issues, career challenges, and finding their identity as adults.  Tailored Approaches for Your Unique Needs: I use a variety of approaches that are tailored to your specific needs. We might work with contemplative therapy, where we focus on being present and mindful. Or we could explore acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which helps you align your actions with your values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) might be helpful in challenging negative thoughts, and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) could assist with processing traumatic experiences. I also believe in motivational interviewing to help you find the motivation and inspiration to make positive changes. 

I graduated from St. Edwards with a MA in Counseling 2014. I received my LCDC license in 2015. I became a fully licensed LPC in 2017 My regard for my clients is always unconditional and it is always positive. I truly want to help those who are having problems with feelings of depression, sadness, helplessness, and guilt, or any disorders that can cause complications in life. I want to help those who have problems with coping strategies like addiction, ghosting, and passionless communication. The things that disconnect a person from himself or herself. More than ever, we have a duty to take ownership and redefine ourselves. Sometimes this requires much work, reflection, pain, courage, and sometimes maybe even a rebirth. I believe I can provide help with these things. I would like to be a part of your journey toward your potential. I can provide a safe place where you can learn about emotional intelligence, about how to communicate in a healthy way, and how to create safe spaces. I believe that in order to build self-awareness, we must be metacognitive, which means we need to have active control over our cognitive processes. We learn how to think about our thinking, and know about our knowing. We can learn how to be aware of our awareness, and explore our wiring and making a motion to rewire, if needed. I believe that we must learn to be vulnerable. Practicing vulnerability isn't about doing something for others. You are building a better, stronger you. I also believe that it is important in therapy that the client begin to look inward of themselves. Self awareness begins with looking inward. This is where the transformation takes place. It's about evolving, expanding, and living closer to your truth and potential.

Hi, I'm Jasmine. My motto is "I show up authentically myself so that you can show up authentically yourself." My passion is to create a safe place so that you can express yourself without judgment. Sometimes we have big feelings and we need someone to help us make sense of them. That's where I am come in! During our work together we will process through your feelings so that you can we can get to the deeper meaning of WHY! Why I am I feelings this way? Why do these things keep happening to me? and Why does it feel like I'm going crazy? Processing throught the "Why" can help us get to the HOW! How do I cope with these feelings? How do I get my life back? How do I regain my sanity? I am an experienced professional that has helped many clients over the years in mental health counseling. There is nothing more important to me than your mental and emotional progress. With the use of psychotherapy, I focus on assisting individuals in their journey to healing. Treatment modalities and interventions include but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. All treatment plans and goals will be tailored to each client's individual needs.

Hi there, I'm Juan Pablo. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help high performers manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness, yoga and art to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

Hola! My name is Camilo Avila, I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Texas with over 7 years of experience. I received my Masters from Texas A&M University - San Antonio. We all love a good underdog story! Why though? Because we are relating to those low points in our lives where we were the "underdog" and to see them overcoming their struggles and challenges gives us hope and inspiration! I love working with people who are ready to make a positive change in their lives! There's nothing more exciting than personal transformation through determined, positive change! See you soon!