Did you grow up in high-demand religion, such as a small fundamentalist church or an extremely conservative denomination? Has this affected your life in more ways than one, even if you're now an atheist adult? Maybe you still struggle to trust people, or feel like you fit in, or have strained family and romantic relationships.
I've been there, and I can help. Not all therapists understand what religious trauma is like, especially "lower-case 't' trauma" when you can't point to one single explanation for why church was harmful to you. A lot of religious trauma therapists are also Christian; this doesn't mean that they're bad at what they do, but you might feel the need to work with someone from a more agnostic or skeptical worldview.
If this sounds like what you're looking for, check out my website for more information and schedule a free consultation at www.bjonescounseling.com.
I began to pursue being a therapist because it is a source of healing and understanding and I want to help nurture that in others. I believe in paying it forward. There is a need to provide affordable and accessible mental health care. Therapy is a tool by which people can grow in the understanding of themselves and the world around them. IT is important to provide ethical and reliable care to those who want and need it. I try to guide the patient through the therapeutic experience by providing REST (Respect, Equality, Safety, and Trust.) This is one of the basic principles that I believe creates a healthy relationship. Come join me a safe space.
Dennis is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas. Your counseling with Dennis will be a collaborative experience, that is focused on what is bringing you to therapy and where you want this process to help guide you forward.
Now also accepting Insurance, and am credentialed and on several IN-NETWORK Insurance Panels.
One of my favorite questions is, "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" by Mary Oliver. I view therapy as a gift to yourself to create more meaningful experiences and develop resilience to overcome life's obstacles.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I believe I have 2 superpowers. One is listening and the other is being curious. These create a powerful amalgam for change when used with proven therapeutic tools. Change can be scary, but sometimes we take a step into the unknown in spite of our fear. I believe this is being brave. That is the step that can move you toward the change and understanding you want.
Discover compassionate, client-centered care in my therapy practice. I create a warm, non-judgmental space tailored to your unique needs. With evidence-based techniques and vast experience, I empower you to navigate life's challenges with resilience. Ready for positive change? Reach out today and take the first step toward a brighter future.
I believe we have the power within us to solve our problems, but trauma and stress can hide the answers we seek. We'll work together, exploring your feelings, thoughts and behaviors, to discover your unmet needs and find solutions that will lead to a happier and healthier you.
I dedicate myself to assisting individuals with obtaining their personal goals by improving their insight of self awareness. As your counselor I will be honest direct and empathetic by using positive reinforcement to help you keep moving forward. I thoroughly enjoy working one on one with clients by providing a safe, caring and confidential environment to explore your feelings, beliefs and behaviors.
I will help you work through challenging and influential memories from past to present. I will assist in goal setting and desired life changes. I am passionate about what I do and seeing my clients succeed.
In years of practicing counseling and doing my own training and research, I have learned that besides knowing "Why" it is also important to know "How." I find many people knowing where their trauma or problem is coming from, but they are still not able to move forward and resolve the issue. My focus is on understanding the client's challenges and then helping them move forward with practical and manageable steps.