For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

It is normal to feel indecisive about seeing a therapist. Many individuals who are seen in my practice have expressed it was the best decision they made to take care of their mental health. Our mental health is our wealth. You owe it to yourself to make that first step to reach out to a therapist to explore and process issues which are hindering you from living your truth. You may be in a position where you need a non biased person to help you dissect issues in your life that a friend or family member is unable to do. Think of all the different coping mechanisms you have access to from your therapist to help you. You are your longest investment. Give yourself grace. Take the step towards seeing a therapist and with guidance, you will find the light within to guide you to your most authentic self!

Welcome! My practice name is Love & Light Wellness Therapy. I work with individuals, couples and Families.

I believe our struggles can be a portal to incredible growth when we reach out for help during challenging times.

Welcome. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist associate and a certified coach and hypnotherapist, helping individuals and couples transform their lives and relationships. I offer a safe, warm, collaborative, and authentic counseling space and a toolbox of techniques to customize a treatment plan for your specific needs.

Therapy is what you make it. You're only going to get from it what you put in. Can you make the change you want to see on your own? Yes! It all comes from you. Therapy is just a tool to help you get there.

Nik Wicks (they/them) is a dedicated counselor who works with adolescents, young/emerging adults, and established adults. They specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ adolescents, particularly those who are neurodiverse and/or experiencing depression or anxiety. Overall, Nik views therapy as a process of guided and assisted change—like a road trip, where the client is behind the wheel and they are in the passenger seat, helping to pick a destination and give directions while letting the client drive the car. This collaborative approach makes the journey as meaningful as the destination. Nik has a strong interest in holistic and trauma-informed care. Utilizing an eclectic approach, they draw from a social constructivist and person-centered/strengths-based perspective. They frequently incorporate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), as well as Art Therapy. They have completed TF-CBT training. Deciding to start the therapeutic journey is half the battle- so let me congratulate you on making it this far! If my way of working resonates with you, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Asking for help is difficult but you are not alone , we can walk this journey together .

I have been working in Mental health for 8 years with a diverse population . I enjoy bringing change , encouragement and balance to those struggling

I would tell them to start slow. Never let anyone make you feel rushed or become impatient with you. To allow someone into your heart and mind is a gift, and not everyone deserves that present. Therapy is hard for a lot of people and your relationship with your therapist has to be positive and validating. If it's not, then it's time to find a new therapist that does make you feel like you're making progress, even when you tell yourself you are not.

Your story doesn't end here. You are more than your experiences. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal, and it is my goal to help you find your way back to wellness. Let's start the next chapter together. My therapy approach is that of "Mind, Body, Soul" and believe that all three will influence someone's quality of life. Whether it be someone needing psychotherapy to address past traumatic events or someone who is holding their trauma in their body, everything revolves around alignment. I offer a variety of modalities that address the whole person, not just their mental needs. I offer EMDR for both adults and children both in person and virtually, Play Therapy (in person), and available for BOTH in-person and virtual, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma and Tension Releasing Exercises, and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. For those in Dallas, TX, I will be starting a 90 min. biweekly T.R.E. and "Chakra of the Month" Sound Bath group class. Winding Path Solutions came to me when I was hiking Mt. Rainer. As I was walking and not paying attention, I kept tripping on rocks and tree roots and stumbling on the path. Things like anxiety, depression, loneliness are all those rocks and roots. They make the path more complicated and trickier, but isn't it a great feeling when you've completed the path?

Individuals, couples, children and families intensely desire to be accepted, to be loved, and to be considered worthwhile; they want to belong. Often, when this need is crushed, broken, and/or unfulfilled, it results in emotional and psychological struggles. Therapy provides an opportunity to alleviate and resolve these personal difficulties and find hope to live a joy-filled and peaceful life.  

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional, a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Traumatologist who specializes in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, relationship, multiculticultural issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse.

I feel that many people are hesitant to engage in therapy because they perceive a stigma tied to seeking support. After all, the notion of "mentally ill" does have a negative connotation. The way I see it, though the process is not about fixing a broken thing, but rather enhancing one's alignment and fulfillment (and okay, yes, also confronting obstacles to those pieces). But if the focus is on "Where am I trying to get to and how will I know that I got there?" where our work is to simply close the gap between here and there, it can help us leave shame and judgements at the door, and perhaps even enable you to look forward to increased awareness and empowerment in your journey forward.

I feel that clients shouldn't have to be in therapy forever! While co-creating this process with you, I strive to balance my active listening with imparting active, hands-on techniques to help you reclaim your narrative and overcome obstacles in your path. I feel it's about more water rather than less soda, so to speak, and take both a clinical and holistic approach to helping you enhance alignment and experience deeper fulfillment in your journey. Along with my LCSW, I am trained in EMDR, certified in Theta Healing, Reiki, Transformational Life Coaching, and Therapeutic Touch, and Master Practitioner certified in Neuro Linguistic Programming, Hypnotherapy, and Time Line Therapy.

Sometimes it takes talking through things and getting another perspective to see things clearer. In addition, things can often be too overwhelming to deal with on your own and a therapist is a great person to speak to because they are nonjudgemental and nonbiased with the capabilities to give you an honest answer. 

Hello!  I am a recent (May 2019) graduate of the Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University-Central Texas. I graduated from the same school in 2016 with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology.  I specialized in child and adolescents throughout my school career.  For my internship, I completed hours at Cedar Crest Hospital and RTC, working with children, adolescents, and adults.  Upon graduation I got a full time job at the same hospital on the adult unit.  I became adept at working with those with schizophrenia, Bipolar, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.  I also am very experienced and knowledgeable at working with those with ADHD, autism, and various learning and developmental delays. I enjoy using a person centered approach that focuses on the person’s strength and ability to manage their daily living through skills taught in therapy.  However, I enjoy research and drawing on many other modalities to provide the treatment that would best benefit the client. I am currently an LPC-Associate/NCC, but I am less than 300 hours away from full licensure. I have experience both with the short term hospital therapy and the more chronic long term therapy aspects, having seen several clients.  I have transitioned to private practice, where I see patients both in person and via telehealth. I currently cannot accept insurance because I do not have my full license yet, but I do accept cash payment. 

Most people think that their physical health takes precedence on the list but, do not realize that their mental health is top priority. It isn't until people make poor choices mentally that cause their physical health to suffer.

Hello! I am Alicia Solomon and welcome to "Positive Vibes Psychotherapy!" I am a counseling and behavioral therapist that specialize in marriage and family therapy.

It is natural and normal to feel intimidated by the unknown. Therapy goes at a pace that is safe and comfortable for you. 

Over 20 years of experience in human services to women, children and families.