Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Cedar Hill, TX

Are relationships—whether with family, friends, or yourself—leaving you feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected? For more than 13 years, I've worked alongside teens and families in school settings, including 6 years as a mental health counselor and accommodations specialist. I understand the challenges young people face, from anxiety, depression, and ADHD to social pressures, identity development, family conflict, and academic stress. I also work with college students and adults navigating relationships, life transitions, burnout, grief, and anxiety. Therapy can help you feel grounded, understood, and more connected.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe place to be yourself, without judgment or pressure. My goal is to meet you where you are, listen with compassion, and help you feel more understood, confident, and supported along the way.

I am here to help you meet your personal goals regarding your mental health.

I'm Rita, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to guiding individuals through their mental health journeys with compassion and evidence-based care.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with over a decade of experience supporting adults, children, teens, and couples. I currently specialize in working with adult individuals who are seeking counseling to address issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, stress management and relationship issues.

Family Psychiatric nurse practitioner for two years and see all types of patients.

You may be so used to taking care of everyone else that it is hard to recognize when you need support too. Family responsibilities can become overwhelming, stress may follow you even when you finally have a moment to yourself, and anger or relationship difficulties can leave you feeling disconnected from the people who matter most. I work with adults, adolescents, and children experiencing family issues, stress management, anger management, cultural and ethnic concerns, and relationship issues. These experiences can also overlap with anxiety, grief or loss, maternal mental health concerns, identity issues, or PTSD, especially when your relationships, responsibilities, culture, and emotional wellbeing are all influencing one another. Therapy can give you a place where you do not have to carry every role at once. Together, we can understand what has been weighing on you, strengthen the relationships that matter to you, and help you find healthier ways to care for yourself while navigating the demands of everyday life.