Therapy in Houston That Goes Deeper: Heal the Root, Not Just the Symptoms
You have tried to think your way through it. You have tried to push past it. But the anxiety, the sleepless nights, the weight you carry, these are not thinking problems. They are nervous system problems. At Connect Clinical Services, we integrate EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, and Neurofeedback to treat trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression where they actually live: in the brain and body.
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Our Neuroexperiential Framework
Why Understanding Alone Does Not Heal: The Science Behind Our Approach
Many of our Houston clients arrive having already tried therapy. They have analyzed their patterns, understand their triggers, and can articulate exactly why they feel the way they do. But understanding is not the same as healing. The anxiety is still there. The sleep is still disrupted. The relationships are still strained.
This is because trauma, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress live deeper than the thinking brain. They live in the limbic system, the brainstem, and the body. Talk therapy engages the prefrontal cortex. Our neuroexperiential framework engages the brain structures and bodily systems where these conditions actually reside.
No other private practice in Houston integrates all four of these evidence-based modalities under one Clinical Director:
EMDR Therapy
WHO- and VA-recommended. Uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess traumatic memories. 8 to 12 sessions for single-event trauma. The structured backbone of our trauma work.
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Brainspotting
Accesses trauma stored deeper than EMDR reaches. When processing plateaus, Brainspotting breaks through. Minimal verbal processing required.
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Somatic Experiencing
Dr. Peter Levine's body-oriented approach. Releases trapped survival energy from the nervous system. The missing piece when the body holds trauma.
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Neurofeedback
qEEG brain mapping and real-time brain training. Non-invasive, medication-free. Creates the neurological foundation for deeper processing work.
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Conditions We Specialize in at Our Houston Practice
We do not ask "what is wrong with you." We ask "what happened to you." Every condition below has a neurobiological root, and our integrated approach addresses it directly.
Trauma
Single-event and complex developmental trauma. Childhood abuse, neglect, accidents, assault, relational wounds.
PTSD
Combat, sexual assault, accident, childhood, medical, and first responder PTSD. Both single-event and complex.
Anxiety
Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, performance anxiety, health anxiety. Root-cause treatment.
Depression
Persistent low mood, fatigue, withdrawal, hopelessness. Treating the nervous system shutdown, not just the symptoms.
Grief & Loss
Complicated grief, traumatic loss, and the pain that does not ease with time. Processing so healing can complete.
Addiction
Trauma-informed addiction therapy. When you treat the trauma driving the substance use, recovery becomes sustainable.
Our Services
Therapy Programs and Services in Houston
Couples Therapy
Trauma-informed couples work addressing attachment injuries, nervous system patterns, and the relational dynamics that drive disconnection and conflict.
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Teen Therapy
EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, and Somatic Experiencing adapted for the adolescent nervous system. Anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD.
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Intensive Therapy
Bespoke intensive programs combining multiple modalities at high frequency. Compresses months of weekly therapy into weeks.
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Group Therapy
Structured therapeutic groups for connection, shared processing, and the healing power of being seen by others who understand.
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Request a free consultation with our Clinical Director. No obligation. We match the right modality to your specific nervous system.
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The CCS Difference
Why Houston Clients Choose Connect Clinical Services
When you have tried everything else and the anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms are still there, the issue is not you. It is the approach. Our integrated neuroexperiential framework treats these conditions where they actually live.
Four Modalities, One Practice
EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, and Neurofeedback integrated into one treatment plan. Most Houston practices offer one.
Clinical Director Oversight
Guy Bender, LPC designs every treatment plan. 16+ years of trauma-focused experience.
No Re-Traumatization
You do not have to narrate your trauma in detail. Our modalities work through the brain and body's natural processing.
Measurable Progress
PCL-5, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and qEEG brain maps track your improvement. Healing is concrete, visible, and objective.
Private-Pay Confidentiality
No insurance company involvement. Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Most PPO plans reimburse 50-80%.
Central Houston + Telehealth
8100 Washington Ave near The Heights. Minutes from River Oaks, West U, Bellaire, Memorial, Montrose, Upper Kirby. Telehealth across Texas.
Our Clinicians
Meet the Team Behind Houston's Most Integrated Trauma Practice
Every clinician is trained in trauma-informed, neurobiologically grounded approaches. Our Clinical Director oversees every treatment plan.
Guy Bender
Clinical Director, LPC
EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, Neurofeedback, Trauma
Shannon Tantillo
LCSW, LCDC, LCSW-S
CBT, DBT, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Yoga, Addiction
Marina Erbstoesser
LMFT-S, LCDC, CSAT, CMAT
Addiction, DBT, CBT, ACT, Family Systems, Trauma
Vanessa Green
LPC, NCC
EMDR, DBT, Trauma, Disordered Eating, PTSD
Sarah McGinnis
LPC
Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Trauma
Tyler Lemmons
LMSW
EMDR, Grief, Religious Trauma, Somatic Practices
Ryan Bruce
LMSW
Addiction, Psychodynamic Therapy, Depression, Anxiety
Briana Dergent
LCSW
EMDR, CBT, TCBT, ADHD, Bipolar, Children & Teens
Is It Time?
Therapy May Be Right for You If...
You are struggling with anxiety, depression, or panic attacks that logic and willpower have not resolved. You are healing from past trauma or painful life experiences that continue to affect your present. You feel stuck in unhealthy patterns or relationships and recognize the same cycles repeating. You are experiencing stress, burnout, or loss of motivation despite having "everything together" on the outside. You want healthier coping tools and genuine emotional resilience, not just surface-level strategies. You need a safe, confidential space with a specialist who understands the neuroscience of what you are going through.
You do not need a formal diagnosis. You do not need to have your story organized. You just need to be ready to start. Our Clinical Director will determine the best approach for your specific situation during your free consultation.
Start Your Healing Journey Today
Whether you are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship difficulties, or the aftermath of experiences that never fully healed, Connect Clinical Services in Houston is here. Request a free consultation with our Clinical Director.
Serving The Heights, River Oaks, West University, Bellaire, Tanglewood, Bunker Hill Village, Memorial, Montrose, Upper Kirby, and all of Texas via telehealth.
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What Our Clients Say
Real Reviews from Houston Clients
"My mind continues to improve processing abilities and become more efficient with each passing week. I HIGHLY recommend working with Connect Clinical Services and their team! Don't hesitate, you will not regret it."
— Neurofeedback Client, Google Review
"This is a great center for helping people with various issues, utilizing EMDR and other forms of neurofeedback and therapy! Great resource here in Houston."
— EMDR Client, Google Review
"Best collegiality ever! I really enjoy going and make a point to put it in my schedule."
— Group Therapy Client, Google Review
4.8 stars from 23+ reviews on Google • Read All Reviews
Visit Our Houston Office
Conveniently Located in Houston's Washington Corridor
Connect Clinical Services
8100 Washington Ave, Suite 170
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 564-5146
Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
Our office is in the Washington Corridor, just off Washington Avenue near the Heights. We are easily accessible from all major Houston neighborhoods including River Oaks, West University Place, Bellaire, Tanglewood, Southside Place, and Bunker Hill Village to the southwest; Memorial, Piney Point Village, and the Energy Corridor to the west; The Heights, Woodland Heights, and Montrose to the east; and Upper Kirby, Rice Village, and the Galleria area to the south. Free parking is available on-site.
For clients outside the Houston area, we offer HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions across the state of Texas, including Sugar Land, Katy, The Woodlands, Pearland, League City, and all Texas communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy at Connect Clinical Services
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Serving All of Houston
River Oaks • West University • Bellaire • Tanglewood • Memorial • Bunker Hill Village • The Heights • Montrose • Upper Kirby • Woodland Heights • Rice Village • Galleria • Braeswood Place • Southside Place • Sugar Land • Katy • The Woodlands
You deserve a life where insight, emotion, and behavior finally align. Our practice is founded on the belief that therapy is both an art and a science. Connect Clinical Services in Houston is here when you are ready to begin.
Last reviewed March 2026 by Guy Bender, LPC, Clinical Director.
