Business Details
32 Years
experience
Experienced Relationship Counselor in Dallas, TX
With over 24 years of counseling experience and 27 years of inpatient clinical expertise, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals and families navigate complex emotional and relational challenges. My approach combines decades of academic study, including a Ph.D. in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University, with practical techniques drawn from leading family therapy models. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, domestic abuse, and personality disorders, utilizing empathic listening and validation to foster healing. My practice integrates John Bradshaw's healing techniques and a family systems perspective to address root causes rather than surface symptoms. Having served as President of the Dallas Metro Counseling Association and led seminars on emotional intelligence, I bring both institutional knowledge and innovative methods to my work.My clients consistently report improved relationships and emotional well-being, often within just a few sessions. I offer flexible scheduling including after-hours and weekend appointments to accommodate diverse needs. As the creator of the PCD Personality Conflict Model, I provide unique insights into conflict resolution and interpersonal dynamics. My practice extends beyond individual therapy to include life coaching, parenting guidance, and educational resources through my writings and media appearances. Whether addressing immediate crises or long-term patterns, my focus remains on empowering clients to achieve their best selves through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Services
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Parenting Guidance
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Personality Disorder Therapy
Life Coaching
Emotional Intelligence Coaching
Parent-Child Counseling
Grown Child Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialized counseling experience with complex cases
- Our therapy integrates family systems perspective and John Bradshaw techniques
- We provide empathic listening validated by client testimonials of improved relationships
- Our practice combines academic credentials including Ph.D. in Family Therapy
- We offer flexible scheduling including after-hours and weekend appointments
What people say
Empathic therapist
Feeling much better
Improved relationships
Excellent presenter
Effective techniques
Services
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for relationship conflicts using family systems approach. Addresses communication breakdowns, trust issues, and emotional disconnects through structured sessions. Combines John Bradshaw techniques with modern conflict resolution strategies to restore healthy relationship patterns.
Family Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for family dynamics including parent-child conflicts and multi-generational patterns. Utilizes systemic interventions to improve communication and resolve longstanding relational tensions. Focuses on creating sustainable behavioral changes across family units.
Emotional Intelligence Coaching
Structured program to enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills. Teaches practical techniques for managing anxiety, improving communication, and developing healthier coping mechanisms through personalized coaching sessions.
Personality Disorder Therapy
Specialized treatment for personality disorders using evidence-based approaches. Addresses symptoms of chronic mental health conditions through targeted interventions that promote emotional stability and functional improvement in daily life.
Parenting Guidance
Support for parents navigating child-rearing challenges across developmental stages. Provides practical strategies for effective discipline, communication, and emotional support tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
People
Cedric Wood
Relationship Counselor
Dr. Cedric Wood is a licensed professional counselor with 24 years of clinical experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University and has maintained private practice since 1994. A former talk show host and seminar leader, he specializes in relationship dynamics and emotional intelligence.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide couples counseling, family therapy, individual counseling for anxiety/depression, personality disorder treatment, and parenting guidance using family systems approaches.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for intensive work. I offer flexible scheduling including after-hours appointments.
Do you accept insurance?
I operate as a private pay provider. Clients receive detailed receipts for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
What makes your approach unique?
My method combines family systems theory, John Bradshaw techniques, and the PCD Personality Conflict Model to address root causes of relational issues.
Reviews (2)
Terri Thomas-Rose
Aug 20, 2020
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Great Counselor. My hubby and I both have/currently attend sessions with him. Great coping tools being taught. Thankful that we found him!
Localangelicmom
Oct 24, 2018
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On about my 6th or 7th appointment, he forgot my name! When he had it right in front of him in my file!!!!! Very unprofessional. He would never give any sort of feedback. I didnt feel listened to or like he was helping in any way. Might as well have flushed my money down a toilet.
