Mental Health Counseling in Fort Worth at DFWPMA

Looking for mental health counseling in Fort Worth? At DFW Physicians Medical Associates (DFWPMA), our counseling professionals help children, adolescents, and adults address anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, and other emotional or behavioral concerns.

Our mental health counseling services focus on understanding emotional challenges, developing healthier coping strategies, improving communication, and supporting psychological well-being through individualized psychotherapy.

Whether you are experiencing persistent emotional distress, difficulty managing everyday responsibilities, relationship problems, or significant life changes, DFWPMA offers professional counseling to help you explore appropriate treatment options.

Book an appointment online or call (903) 957-0082 to contact our Fort Worth location.

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Why Choose DFWPMA for Mental Health Counseling in Fort Worth?

DFW Physicians Medical Associates offers mental health counseling in Fort Worth through qualified counseling professionals who help patients manage emotional distress, strengthen coping skills, address relationship difficulties, and improve daily functioning through individualized therapeutic support.

Patients seeking mental health counseling at DFWPMA can benefit from:

  • Experienced Counseling Professionals: Access to Kevin Lombard, LPC, who has more than 30 years of experience addressing emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy: Access to Erin Dean, LMFT-Associate, whose background includes individual, couples, and family counseling under clinical supervision.
  • Adolescent Mental Health Support: Access to Amrutha Padmasolala, LMSW, whose experience includes adolescent emotional and behavioral concerns, trauma-informed support, and family communication.
  • Individualized Mental Health Assessment: Evaluation of emotional symptoms, behavioral patterns, life stressors, relationships, and difficulties affecting everyday functioning.
  • Evidence-Based Counseling Approaches: Access to therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills, and other approaches appropriate to individual needs.
  • Support for Different Life Stages: Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families according to provider expertise and availability.
  • Coordinated Mental Health Services: Access to psychiatric or psychological evaluation when symptoms require additional assessment or treatment beyond counseling.

Mental health counseling provides a structured, supportive setting for discussing emotional difficulties, understanding recurring patterns, and developing practical skills. Patients do not necessarily need a diagnosed psychiatric disorder to benefit from counseling.

Schedule an appointment with DFWPMA Fort Worth to explore professional mental health counseling services.

Meet Our Mental Health Counseling Providers in Fort Worth

Kevin Lombard, LPC

Kevin Lombard, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 30 years of experience providing counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. He earned his Master of Arts in Counseling from Marshall University and has extensive experience addressing emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal challenges.

His expertise includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and loss, ADHD-related coping strategies, and relationship concerns. Counseling can help patients develop healthier thought patterns, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen practical coping skills.

Erin Dean, LMFT-Associate

Erin Dean, LMFT-Associate, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who earned her master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. She provides counseling under clinical supervision and works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing emotional and relationship difficulties.

Her marriage and family therapy background supports counseling focused on communication, interpersonal conflict, family dynamics, emotional adjustment, and relationship challenges. Treatment can help patients understand recurring patterns and develop healthier ways of relating to others.

Amrutha Padmasolala, LMSW

Amrutha Padmasolala, LMSW, is a licensed master social worker whose professional background includes adolescent mental health, emotional and behavioral difficulties, trauma-informed care, and family support. Her experience includes work in special education settings and structured mental health treatment environments.

Her counseling work focuses on helping adolescents recognize emotions, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and navigate challenges involving school, relationships, family responsibilities, and emotional well-being. Services are provided within her professional scope and applicable supervision requirements.

Book an appointment online to inquire about mental health counseling with our Fort Worth providers.

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What Can Mental Health Counseling in Fort Worth Help With?

Mental health counseling helps patients address emotional, psychological, behavioral, and interpersonal difficulties that interfere with daily functioning or well-being. Counseling may support people experiencing diagnosed mental health conditions as well as those seeking help with stress, relationships, grief, or significant life changes.

At DFWPMA Fort Worth, mental health counseling may help patients experiencing:

  • Anxiety and Excessive Worry: Persistent nervousness, overthinking, avoidance, or difficulty managing uncertainty and everyday stressors.
  • Depression and Low Mood: Persistent sadness, reduced motivation, emotional withdrawal, or difficulty participating in meaningful daily activities.
  • Stress and Emotional Exhaustion: Feeling overwhelmed by professional responsibilities, family demands, major decisions, or prolonged stressful circumstances.
  • Relationship and Family Difficulties: Communication problems, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, parenting stress, or difficulties maintaining healthy relationships.
  • Grief and Loss: Emotional distress following bereavement, separation, divorce, or other significant personal losses.
  • Trauma-Related Emotional Difficulties: Distressing emotional responses, avoidance, heightened stress, or relationship challenges following difficult experiences. Specialized trauma treatment may require additional assessment or referral.
  • Adolescent Emotional and Behavioral Concerns: Difficulties with emotional regulation, school-related stress, self-esteem, family communication, or behavioral challenges during adolescence.
  • Major Life Transitions: Emotional adjustment involving career changes, parenthood, relocation, retirement, relationship changes, or other significant life events.

Mental health counseling is a professional service that uses therapeutic conversations and structured psychological interventions to help patients understand emotional difficulties, improve coping strategies, and make meaningful behavioral or interpersonal changes.

According to the American Psychological Association, psychotherapy can help people address emotional distress, improve functioning, and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior. Treatment approaches vary according to symptoms, clinical needs, and personal goals.

Counseling is not interchangeable with psychiatric medication management or formal psychological testing. Patients with severe symptoms, complex psychiatric conditions, or diagnostic questions may require additional evaluation or coordinated treatment.

Source: American Psychological Association — Understanding Psychotherapy and How It Works

Schedule an appointment to discuss emotional concerns and professional mental health counseling at DFWPMA Fort Worth.

What Mental Health Counseling Treatments Are Available at DFWPMA Fort Worth?

At DFWPMA Fort Worth, mental health counseling may include individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT-informed coping skills, relationship and family counseling, and adolescent mental health support. Treatment recommendations depend on the patient’s symptoms, goals, developmental needs, and provider expertise.

Our counseling professionals help patients identify emotional and behavioral difficulties and develop practical strategies for improving psychological well-being and everyday functioning.

  • Mental Health Counseling Assessment: Evaluation of emotional symptoms, behavioral concerns, personal circumstances, and treatment goals to guide appropriate counseling recommendations.
  • Individual Therapy: One-on-one counseling focused on emotional distress, coping strategies, self-awareness, personal challenges, and healthier behavioral responses.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Structured techniques that help patients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, modify behavioral responses, and develop practical strategies for managing emotional difficulties.
  • DBT-Informed Counseling: Therapeutic skills involving emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT-informed counseling is distinct from a comprehensive DBT program.
  • Couples and Relationship Counseling: Support for communication difficulties, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, and relationship-related stress when clinically appropriate.
  • Family Therapy: Counseling approaches focused on family communication, interpersonal patterns, changing family roles, and relationship difficulties affecting family functioning.
  • Adolescent Mental Health Counseling: Developmentally appropriate support for emotional regulation, anxiety, behavioral concerns, school-related stress, and family communication difficulties.
  • Follow-Up and Coordinated Referrals: Ongoing counseling to evaluate progress, adjust treatment goals, and determine whether psychiatric evaluation, psychological testing, or specialized services are necessary.

Mental health counseling is individualized rather than a single treatment method. CBT may be appropriate for anxiety, depression, and unhelpful behavioral patterns, while relationship-focused counseling can address communication difficulties and family dynamics.

Patients may benefit from regular counseling appointments to practice new skills, evaluate progress, and adjust treatment strategies. The frequency and duration of therapy depend on clinical needs, personal goals, and response to treatment.

Psychiatric medication is not necessary for every person seeking counseling. However, patients with certain diagnosed mental health conditions may benefit from coordinated psychotherapy and medication management when clinically indicated.

Looking for professional mental health counseling in Fort Worth? Contact DFWPMA or call (903) 957-0082 to schedule an appointment and explore individualized counseling services.