Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Palestine, TX
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Palestine, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Dr. Monica Dyer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MPH, FNP, PMHNP
I strive to understand your story—not just your symptoms—and to partner with you in creating a plan that aligns with your needs, values, and goals. To heal, we need to feel safe, heard, and empowered. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I’m here to walk with you, support you, and help you rediscover hope, strength, and stability on your path forward.
3 Years Experience
Online in Palestine, TX (Online Only)
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Michael Brustein
Psychologist, Psy.D
Often, perfectionistic and high-striving individuals are both curious about therapy and ambivalent about seeking it. They may feel excited by the possibility of understanding themselves more deeply, while also unsettled by the idea of asking for help with one’s own mind. For people who are used to being competent, self-reliant, and in control, therapy can feel exposing at first.
Michael helps clients understand this hesitation not as resistance, but as part of the work itself: the wish to grow alongside the fear of needing anything at all. Many clients become more comfortable once they see that therapy is not simply about “talking about feelings,” but about learning to observe the mind with more honesty and precision.
Therapy becomes a disciplined space for reflection, which itself can be a powerful tool for developing emotional clarity, self-awareness, and greater freedom in how one responds to pressure, relationships, and oneself. Michael is also attentive to the ways thoughtful, high-striving people can use insight, analysis, mindfulness, or even spiritual ideas to move around painful emotional material rather than through it. When this pattern is noticed early, it can be addressed directly and compassionately, helping therapy remain grounded, emotionally honest, and clinically useful.
22 Years Experience
Online in Palestine, TX (Online Only)
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Dr. Alisha Desai
Psychologist, PhD
I am a firm believer that we are all capable of change. At the same time, I understand how difficult and scary change can be - even if it's what we want most. My goal is to help others build the confidence to see themselves fully and move through life based on their own inner compass.
My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I aim to create a space where you can be honest about what you’re experiencing, without judgment, while developing concrete tools to navigate challenges, build resilience, and live a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with your values.
9 Years Experience
Online in Palestine, TX (Online Only)
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Shawna Damiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Hi, I'm Shawna. I'm really glad you're here — and I know that finding the right therapist can feel like a lot. My hope is that by the time you finish reading this, you'll have a sense of who I am and whether we might be a good fit.
I work with adults who are carrying things that feel heavy — whether that's the weight of past trauma, the complexity of relationships that keep hitting the same walls, or the experience of moving through a world that wasn't quite designed for the way your brain works. I specialize in trauma and PTSD, relationship challenges, and supporting adults with ADHD and autism who are often figuring out a lot about themselves for the first time.
A lot of my clients come to me feeling like something is wrong with them. My job — and honestly, my passion — is helping people see that they've been responding to hard things in the most human ways possible. Healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's about understanding yourself.
My approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. I'm not going to sit silently and nod — I show up as a real person in the room with you. Therapy with me tends to feel like an honest, sometimes even humorous conversation, grounded in real tools and genuine care.
If any of this resonates, I'd love to hear from you. Reaching out is the hardest part — and you've already started.
8 Years Experience
Online in Palestine, TX (Online Only)
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New Perspectives Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, LCMHC, LPC, LCPC
My name is Patricia Ductan and my ideal clients are those who are motivated or at least contemplating change. Life transitions, Anxiety, Work stress, Depression & low mood, Perfectionism & burnout, Self-criticism, Sleep & rumination, Unhealthy Communication patterns, Recurring conflict, and Parenting alignment often bring clients to my office. My counseling practice for adults and couples uses evidence-based CBT to help understand your patterns, soften old reactions, and build the relationships you want.
13 Years Experience
Online in Palestine, TX (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Palestine, TX Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Palestine, TX average 11 years of experience and charge around $184 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (78%), and Stress (69%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$184
Accept insurance
55%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Depression |
| 69% | Stress |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Social Anxiety |
| 50% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 44% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Christian |