It’s a beautiful thing to have people in your life who care about you, who cheer you on and want to see you thrive. However, sometimes, even with the best intentions, those same people may push their own expectations, opinions, or dreams onto you.
And that can feel… confusing.
At A New Start Counseling, we want you to know: you don’t have to live someone else’s version of your life. Your dreams, your boundaries, and your voice matter — and we’re here to help you learn how to honor them.
Learning to Tell the Difference Between Red Flags and Green Flags
Sometimes in relationships; whether with family, friends, or romantic partners; it can be hard to know what’s healthy and what’s not. Especially if you were raised in environments where red flags were normalized, or green flags were unfamiliar.
In therapy, we’ll help you:
Recognize red flags that signal emotional harm, manipulation, or control
Understand green flags that show safety, support, and mutual respect
Learn how to set boundaries that protect your well-being
Practice assertive communication skills so you can express your needs clearly and kindly
Rebuild your confidence and self-trust so you feel grounded in your choices
Evidence-Based Therapy to Support Healthy Relationships
Our therapists use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and relationship patterns. These tools can support you in becoming more emotionally aware, less reactive, and more aligned with the kind of relationships you truly want.
In therapy, we’ll explore:
Where your current beliefs about relationships came from
Why harmful dynamics might feel familiar (even if they don’t feel good)
How to build emotional safety and connection with others — and with yourself
Because you deserve relationships where you can be fully seen, heard, and valued.
Online Therapy in Texas — Support to Help You Stand Strong
Through virtual counseling in Texas, we offer a safe, judgment-free space to sort through your relationships, explore your patterns, and learn new ways to connect with others in a healthier, more fulfilling way.
We’re here to help you:
Get clarity on what you want and need
Learn to set boundaries without guilt
Receive kindness and support — even if it's new territory
Reclaim your voice and your vision for your life
Your life is your life.
You don’t need to explain or justify it to anyone.
Let us help you reconnect with your values, trust your intuition, and build the kinds of relationships that feel safe, respectful, and true to you.
Call or text us at 210-705-1749 to schedule your free consultation.
Virtual therapy is available anywhere in Texas — and we’re here to help.
