Counseling in Garland, TX. Find the Right Therapist.

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Therapy Garland, TX

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The Plaza Theatre, located on W. State Street, has been a fixture in Garland, TX for decades. It has been a theatre since the 1940’s and is a well-known landmark. Originally, the building was the Cole & Davis Drygoods Store. The building has been lovingly restored in the art deco style which pays homage to its past. Upon entry, patrons are impressed by the domed lobby complete with chandelier. Closer inspection reveals modern technology is employed with state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. Velvet seating also speaks to the historically accurate renovation. With seating for 350 people, the venue is a popular for events such as business meetings, receptions, musical productions, and concerts. The site was donated to the city in 1991. It is considered part of the Granville Arts Center complex which also contains other facilities available to the arts community of Garland.¹

Mental Health in Garland

Addicare Group of Texas, a non-profit organization in Garland, is committed to assisting community members with their chemical dependency and substance abuse issues.² To that end they offer a Relapse Prevention 12 week program, consisting of classes and workshops which help educate those in recover regarding relapse. The classes cover warning signs, triggers, myths, and coping mechanisms. Addicare staff help those in recovery understand their substance disorders more thoroughly so that they can prevent relapses from occurring and recover from them swiftly if they do. For more information, call (972) 278-4760.

The Garland Community Service Center is a resource dedicated to creating a more stable, secure, and prosperous community. Difficulty in re-entering the workforce after being incarcerated can be very disheartening for those who are committed to reforming themselves.³ The Re-Entry Services Program at the Community Service Center helps to address this issue for those with challenged backgrounds.⁴ Clients can train in a variety of different vocations, from culinary arts to truck driving. For more information on the program, call the Garland Community Service Center at (214) 413-1720.

Current Initiatives

The Good Samaritans of Garland are a non-profit group working to unite the community, partner with other organizations, and mobilize citizens in order to prevent homelessness and hunger in the region. Their Food for Families program provides vouchers to families to pick up food on a monthly basis; the food is distributed equally. Their Homeless Packs program sets aside certain food bank items for the homeless; anyone homeless in the Garland area may pick up food twice weekly through the Homeless Packs program. To find out more about the Good Samaritans of Garland, call (972) 276-2263.⁵

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References

1. Garland Granville Arts Center. (2017). About Us. Retrieved from https://www.garlandarts.com/gov/eg/arts/about/default.asp
2. Addicare Group of Texas. (2017). Relapse Prevention. Retrieved from http://addicaretx.com/relapse-prevention/
3. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation. (2001). The Psychological Impact of Incarceration: Implications for Post-Prison Adjustment. Retrieved from http://aspe.hhs.gov/hsp/prison2home02/haney.htm
4. Urban League—Greater Dallas and North Central Texas. (2017). Re-Entry Services. Retrieved from http://www.ulgdnctx.com/
5. Good Samaritans of Garland. (2017). Food Programs. Retrieved from http://goodsamofgarland.org/programs.html

Garland is a city that is located in multiple counties- Rockwall County and Collin County and Dallas County in Texas. It has a land area of 57.03 square miles and a water area of 0.12 square miles.  The population of Garland is 236,897 people with 74,912 households and a median annual income of $51,970. .

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Therapy in Garland is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Garland therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Garland public health department.