Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Bellaire, TX
Bellaire Family Counseling has been dedicated to supporting individuals, children, adolescents, and families in navigating life's challenges through compassionate mental health care. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in addressing anxiety, trauma, OCD, and relationship issues using evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's unique needs. With expertise in play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy, we prioritize creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for healing.Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience in treating complex mental health concerns, including specialized programs for rapid OCD intervention. We emphasize family-centered care, recognizing the importance of strong relationships in fostering resilience and community well-being. Our commitment to professional development ensures clients receive the latest advancements in therapeutic approaches while maintaining personalized attention to each individual's journey.
Services
Individual Counseling
Play Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
OCD Treatment
Child Counseling
Teen Counseling
Parent Coaching
Clinical Supervision
Trauma Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized OCD intensive programs with rapid relief through ERP therapy
- Our team includes Registered Play Therapists with expertise in child development
- We provide evidence-based Emotion-Focused Therapy for couples counseling
- Clinicians have decades of combined experience in treating complex mental health issues
- We maintain small client cohorts for personalized attention and high-quality care
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective therapy
Experienced therapists
Family-centered approach
Rapid OCD relief
Services
Individual Counseling
We offer tailored mental health counseling for adults and teens addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and improve emotional well-being. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and practical skills for managing mental health challenges.
Play Therapy
Specialized therapeutic approach for children aged 3-12 using play to address emotional and behavioral issues. Our Registered Play Therapists help children process trauma, manage anxiety, and develop social skills through structured, developmentally appropriate interventions that align with their natural communication patterns and cognitive development.
Couples Counseling
Evidence-based therapy for couples addressing relationship conflicts and improving communication. Using Emotion-Focused Therapy, we help partners understand relationship patterns, develop healthier interactions, and build stronger emotional connections through structured sessions focusing on mutual growth and understanding.
OCD Intensive Program
Accelerated OCD treatment combining Exposure and Response Prevention with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. This 4-5 day program provides intensive, individualized care for children, teens, and adults with moderate to severe OCD symptoms, focusing on rapid symptom reduction and long-term management strategies.
Parent Coaching
Guidance for parents learning therapeutic techniques to support their children's emotional development. Our coaching sessions teach effective communication strategies, behavior management approaches, and play-based interventions to strengthen parent-child relationships and address behavioral challenges.
People
Tiina Anttila
Licensed Professional Counselor
12+ years experience working with children, teens, and families. Specializes in play therapy and trauma treatment. Holds Diplomate status with Viktor Frankl Institute of Logotherapy.
Betsy Smith
Founder & Clinical Supervisor
15+ years clinical experience specializing in OCD treatment. Completed IOCDF Behavioral Therapy Training Institute. Former Social & Emotional Program Coordinator at Small Steps Nurturing Center.
Jacob Weissman
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in OCD and anxiety disorders. Completed clinical training at OCD Institute of Texas. Professional member of International OCD Foundation.
Stacy Ricotta
Clinical Director
Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in complex trauma and couples therapy. Holds Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of St. Thomas, Houston.
Valary Bond
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in play therapy and anxiety treatment for children and teens. Uses integrative approach combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems therapy.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, play therapy, couples therapy, OCD treatment, parent coaching, and clinical supervision for mental health professionals.
Do you treat children and teens?
Yes, we specialize in therapy for children (ages 3+), adolescents, and teens addressing anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, and developmental challenges.
What is your approach to OCD treatment?
Our OCD Intensive Program uses Exposure and Response Prevention with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, delivered over 4-5 days with personalized care.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
All our clinicians are licensed mental health professionals with specialized training in their respective therapy modalities and areas of expertise.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth sessions for clients in Texas when appropriate, following initial in-person assessment and treatment planning.
