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Life can be tough and change can be beneficial. Big changes can bring up big feelings. You don’t have to feel them alone.

Change is inevitable and constant, and still, life transitions can be hard… navigating the uncertainty can lead to feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and insecurity. You could be feeling excited about the next step, but still unsure about all that’s to come. Or if what you’re currently going through or the upcoming transition wasn’t expected or planned, maybe it’s bringing up more fear or trepidation. Perhaps you’re moving, starting a new job, or preparing for graduation. Or maybe you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, coping with a recent divorce, or dealing with a new stage of life. Whatever the case may be, life transitions can leave us feeling isolated, lacking purpose, and feeling unsure about our future.

At North Texas Family Therapy, we understand how upending change can feel. With your therapist, you’ll create a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what’s coming up for you. Our clinicians use trauma and systems-informed approaches to create a complete picture of your experience. Some clients may find it helpful to include a partner or family member in their work, but no matter what you need, sessions will move at your own pace. Our goal is to help you find your footing and create a toolbox of supportive coping skills amidst the changes happening for you now and in the future.

Clients often seek out therapy hoping that they’ll feel more confident, find meaning in new circumstances, and feel at peace with the changes happening. Together with your therapist, you can work towards acceptance and begin to discover authentic ways to feel more grounded and fulfilled in your life during transitional periods. Change may be difficult, and it can also be a time for newness and growth.

Meet Our therapists who specialize in life transitions

  • Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen

    PhD, LMFT-S

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  • Anna Pavlisova, MMFT

    LMFT Associate
    Supervised by Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, PhD, LMFT-S

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  • Bianca Javery, MS

    LMFT Associate
    Supervised by Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, PhD, LMFT-S

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  • Amber Johnson

    MFT Pre-Licensed Clinician
    Supervised by Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, PhD, LMFT-S

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  • Brenna Richardson

    MFT Pre-Licensed Clinician
    Supervised by Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, PhD, LMFT-S

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  • Tova Ruderman, MS

    LPC Associate
    Supervised by Ashely Kuehne, LPC-S

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You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed by change.

Transitions may happen often, but that doesn’t make them easy to navigate. Whether the change is positive, negative or neutral, it can bring up unexpected emotions.

There are changes that people commonly encounter throughout their lives, but even though these are more universal experiences, they still may not feel easy. Perhaps you’re starting high school, changing your major, beginning a new job, moving into a new place, learning something new about your identity, starting a family, or going through the loss of a friendship that was important to you.

If you’re in any kind of transition, you might be experiencing restlessness, noticing appetite changes, feeling out of control, struggling with sleep, or having increased feelings of anxiety, stress, and overwhelm. Another thing that can often be felt during transitional periods in your life, is grief. Leaving something, or someone, behind can bring up sadness, anger, and a wide range of other unfamiliar emotions.

You might be judging yourself for not adapting quickly or ruminating on thoughts like, “Who am I now?”, “What matters to me most?”, “Why can’t I get over this?” This can leave you feeling lonely, isolated, or misunderstood. The thing is, even in transitions that have the potential to improve things, people often feel safer in the familiar situation. Heading into the unknown can feel terrifying and your body might be telling you to avoid it, to prevent it from happening… or maybe even freezing, shutting down, and avoiding when the fear feels too big.

Acknowledging that what you are experiencing is normal can feel deeply reassuring. You are not the only person who has had these feelings, and we are here to help you through them. Therapy at NTFT provides a safe and consistent space for you to process emotions, discover more about your developing identity, and gain coping skills that better serve you. This work will help you become more self-aware, and find your renewed purpose.

Some of the most common life transitions we help clients navigate

  • Job loss or major change in career

  • Relocation

  • Financial gain/loss

  • Serious illness or disability

  • Issues pertaining to aging

  • Death of a loved one

  • Questioning the meaning of life

  • Questioning your faith/spirituality

  • Questioning your sexual/gender identity

  • Moving away to college

  • Adjusting to university life or your first professional job

  • Getting married

  • Having a new baby

  • Parenting

  • Empty nesting syndrome

  • Breakup, separation or divorce

  • Infidelity recovery

  • Retirement

Our approach

Therapy can support you in navigating big life changes

Therapy with us is…

  • Transitions, big or small, can leave you feeling upended, unsettled, anxious, and unsure of which way to turn. It can feel like you’re no longer on solid ground. At North Texas Family Therapy, your therapist will provide you with a space to slow down and sort through the noise so that you can get in touch with your authentic self and find a way forward.

  • We take a collaborative and client-centered approach, looking at each client as an individual, embedded in numerous systems, and tailoring the session to your needs, instead of using a cookie-cutter approach.

  • Our clinicians all work from a trauma-informed lens and are committed to building trust and creating a safe space for you. Sharing your story happens at your pace and your therapist is there to support you in the way you need. Change often feels uncomfortable and doesn’t feel great to our nervous systems; we honor that and work gently alongside you.

  • We use a variety of approaches in client sessions based on what you need. For example, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) may help with reframing anxious thoughts, mindfulness can reduce feelings of overwhelm, somatic work can help you find safety within yourself when things around you are changing, and relational/systemic interventions can make room for discussing relationship dynamics within the transition. You’ll learn new coping skills and continue building your resilience for the changes that have yet to come.

  • We will meet you where you are. When it seems as if everything around you is changing or like the floor is falling out beneath you, we want to provide you with a space to feel heard, seen, and understood. Transitional periods of life can feel difficult and hard to handle alone. Let us help as you encounter change and turn it into a growth opportunity while figuring out your new purpose.

  • Our clinicians have years of experience supporting clients through transitions of all kinds. Whether you’re adjusting to a new school, encountering a new health concern, or contemplating retirement… we see you. And we believe that with support and safety in place, you can move from feeling lonely and confused to feeling hopeful and grounded in your new experience. When you feel ready to find your footing amidst this season of change, we’re here to walk beside you each step of the way.

FAQs

  • Absolutely not! You’re in good company if it’s been difficult dealing with a transition. And, your experience is still valid, real, and important. You don’t have to be in a crisis to reach out. Even if you’re just feeling a little “off” or having a harder time than usual because of a big shift, we want to support you.

  • It can be hard to add something on when you’re already feeling overwhelmed by a change. Gifting yourself a space to be supported for even an hour a week can bring about significant change. Your sessions will be focused on what feels helpful to you. We want therapy to feel supportive, and also manageable.

  • This is such an understandable fear, and one that many experience when they consider starting therapy. Our team wants your feedback, so we’ll check in with you to hear what’s working for you and maybe even more importantly, what isn’t. Many clients begin noticing positive shifts in just the first few weeks of consistent sessions. Your feedback matters, and we are committed to creating a space that feels good and supportive to you.

You don’t have to navigate life alone.

You’re going through change and ready to move forward, let’s take the next step together.

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When you’re already feeling a bit shaky from a transition you’re going through, starting therapy can feel out-of-reach. That’s why we offer a free 15-minute phone consultation. There are no commitments needed, and it gives you the opportunity to share your thoughts, ask any questions, and see if it feels like the right fit for you.

At North Texas Family Therapy, we want to help you navigate your big life transitions with compassion, flexibility, and respect for your needs. We’re ready to dig deep with you and see the whole picture of your life, not just the stuff at the surface. No matter what’s coming up for you as you go through life’s changes, we provide a safe and supportive space for you to process and grow. We’re here to help you in the way that works for you. Show yourself that you’re on your own team by scheduling a free 15-minute phone consultation today. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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5512 West Plano Parkway

Suite 300, Plano, TX 75093

Hours - By Appointment Only
Monday–Friday
9:00am–8:00pm

Phone
(972)-905-0264

 

Last updated on 10/24/25