Therapy in Allen, TX

David L. Falkstein, Ph.D. & Associates offers therapy for children, teens, and adults. Our Allen office can help you identify a clinician whose experience fits your concerns and goals.

​Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a structured form of psychotherapy that helps people notice how thoughts, feelings, and actions affect one another. A therapist and client set goals, identify patterns that keep a problem going, and practice new responses in sessions and between visits. For example, someone with anxiety may gradually practice facing a situation they have been avoiding. CBT is used for concerns such as anxiety and depression, with techniques tailored to the person and the problem.

 

Therapy for children and teens

Families may seek help when worries, behavior, or changes at home or school start to interfere with daily life. Depending on the clinician and the child’s needs, sessions may include conversation, structured activities, or play. Our practice also offers parent training, play therapy, and sand tray therapy.

 

Therapy for adults

Adults may seek therapy for persistent stress, difficult transitions, relationship concerns, or changes in mood. Our clinicians offer individual therapy, and EMDR is available through the practice. The clinical team page describes each provider’s background and areas of focus.

 

What happens at a first appointment?

Your clinician will typically ask what brought you in, how the concern affects your daily life, and what you hope will improve. This is also a good time to ask about the clinician’s approach, confidentiality, and how often you might meet. For a child or teen, ask how caregivers can participate and how progress will be discussed.

 

Therapy or an evaluation?

Therapy focuses on goals and support over time. An evaluation addresses a specific question about attention, learning, development, or emotional functioning. If you’re unsure where to start, tell the office what prompted the call. You can also explore ADHD testing and autism testing.

 

Schedule in Allen

Contact our Allen office or call (972) 954-7188 to ask about scheduling.