Merlena James Turks, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Merlena James Turks

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Cognitive Therapy

Relationship Struggles

Anger Management

Marriage Counseling

Stress

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Culturally Sensitive

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Merlena James Turks

Ramir's Counseling Center of Hope was created by a Licensed Professional Counselor with a vision to encourage, motivate, and provide access to the tools needed to overcome your current circumstances. Ramir stands for Rising Above My Inner Rival because its creation became confirmation that I could accomplish anything regardless of the opposition I would face. On March 7, 2018, the center was established, affirming that the storm was not meant to last forever. As a child, mental health was present in my family, preparing me for the dynamics not only of the diagnosis but, more importantly, of the person and those who surround them. Everyone played a part, and everyone was treated the same regardless of their mental status, pill count, change in mood, IQ, anxiety level, or temporary isolation. We, as a family, understood what it would take to maintain our unity. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor, with a Master's in Professional Counseling from Amberton University in Garland, is to provide an environment that reflects what my family and community offer. There is no special formula that can erase your situation, but there is a way to get through it. The Inner Rival is the battle we have within, often hidden from the world. Although sometimes situational, it affects us internally. The purpose of the center is to work with each client to expose, address, and conquer whatever that may be. So, I ask, are you ready?

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Houston

Education and training

Amberton University, Garland, Master's in Professional Counseling

NPI number

1578018271

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What practice does Merlena James Turks work with?

Merlena James Turks works with Rula Health - Houston.

What are common reasons for patients to see Merlena James Turks?

Merlena James Turks frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Merlena James Turks on their profile.