Services and Specialties
All our therapists practice trauma-informed care and strive to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for individuals of all backgrounds and identities.
Our team of therapists provides counseling for individuals, teens, couples, and families navigating a wide range of life challenges. We use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's needs to help people find healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
Who we Help
Children & Adolescents
Children and teens face unique emotional and developmental challenges. Therapy provides a supportive space to build coping skills, strengthen confidence, and navigate school, friendships, and family relationships.
Families
Family therapy focuses on improving communication, strengthening relationships, and helping families work through transitions, conflict, and behavioral concerns.
Adults
Individual therapy helps adults work through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and major life transitions while building healthier coping strategies and self-understanding.
Online Therapy
Virtual Counseling allows clients anywhere in Texas to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of home.
Couples
Couples counseling helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection while learning healthier ways to navigate conflict and stress.
Faith-Integrated Counseling (Optional)
For clients who desire it, therapy can incorporate Christian faith perspectives alongside evidence-based counseling approaches.
Areas of Focus
Therapy at our practice may address concerns as:
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Depression & Mood Changes
ADHD & Neurodiversity Support
Career Transitions & Workplace Stress
Military & Veteran Support
Relationship & Marriage Challenges
Trauma & Attachment Wounds
Addiction & Substance Use Recovery
Bipolar & Personality Disorders
Teen & Adolescent Support
Parenting Support
Major Life Transitions
Grief & Loss
Therapy Approaches
Our therapists are trained in a variety of evidence-based and research-informed approaches and tailor therapy to each client’s unique needs. All of our therapists practice trauma-informed care, meaning we prioritize emotional safety, collaboration, and respect for each client’s experiences when using these approaches.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that influence emotions and behaviors. CBT is widely used to support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.
EMDR – Recent Events Protocol
A structured approach designed to help process and reduce distress connected to recent traumatic experiences. This approach can help the brain process overwhelming events so that they feel less emotionally intense.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness to help clients manage intense emotions and improve relationships.
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
A goal-oriented approach that focuses on strengths and practical solutions rather than dwelling on problems. This method helps clients identify what is already working and build on those successes.
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Motivational Interviewing
A collaborative approach that helps individuals strengthen motivation and commitment to positive change, often used when clients feel stuck or uncertain about next steps.
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
An evidence-based therapy designed specifically to help children and adolescents process traumatic experiences while developing healthy coping skills.
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy
A research-based approach that helps couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Helps clients understand different “parts” of themselves and develop greater self-compassion and emotional balance.
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Attachment-Focused Therapy
Explores how early relationships influence emotional patterns, connection, and security in adult relationships.
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Narrative Therapy
Helps clients explore personal stories, identity, and meaning-making, particularly after significant life experiences or family discoveries.
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Family Systems Therapy
Examines how family dynamics and relationships influence individual behaviors and emotional well-being.
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Play Therapy & Sand Tray Therapy
Developmentally appropriate approaches that allow children to process experiences and express emotions through play and symbolic expression.
Our practice frequently collaborates with schools, medical providers, and community organizations to support individuals and families in our area. We welcome referrals from pediatricians, physicians, school counselors, educators, clergy, and other professionals who are seeking counseling support for those they serve.Our therapists provide trauma-informed care and have experience supporting clients navigating concerns such as anxiety, trauma, ADHD and neurodiversity, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
Carla Barnes LPC & Associates is also an approved provider for the Texas Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program, allowing eligible families to use these funds for counseling services.If you are a professional seeking counseling support for someone you work with, we would be glad to connect and help determine the best fit within our team.
Professional Referrals
Partners Refer Now
We welcome referrals from:
• Physicians & Pediatricians
• School Counselors & Educators
• Clergy & Faith Leaders
• Community Organizations
Partners Contact us Now:
Phone: 512-557-4491
Fax: 210-569-7758
Patient Fusion
Contact our office to discuss referrals or learn more about our services.