Connections Child and Family Center

Connections Child and Family Center We help overwhelmed & disconnected families move to feeling calm & connected. Therapy that WORKS. We also have an Outpatient Eating Disorders Program.

We are a boutique child, teen, and family focused group of healing professionals. We specialize in helping people with big feelings and big behaviors. Issues with mood, anxiety and stress, trauma recovery, eating disorders, and behavior problems often bring people to us. We offer a comprehensive DBT Program for teens and adults struggling with mood and self-harm. We believe families are doing the best they can with what they know, and we help build on each person’s unique strengths. We do this by teaching coping tools, increasing emotional awareness, building empathy and compassion, and supporting understanding of self and others. Our team of experienced child psychologists and family counselors is dedicated to helping families in our community. We work with families in all their configurations; children, parents, women, couples, and siblings. We use the latest science & research based treatment approaches, combine them with expressive methods of play, art, or sand tray, & throw in some humor, playfulness, and support. We treat anxiety, ADHD, depression, autism, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues and more. We offer psychological testing to get an accurate diagnosis, group therapy, couples counseling, play therapy, nutrition evaluation and counseling, and family therapy. Let us help YOU build a life WORTH living.

🌟 Summer just got a whole lot more meaningful.Enrollment is now open for the DBT Coping Skills Summer Camp at Connection...
03/13/2026

🌟 Summer just got a whole lot more meaningful.

Enrollment is now open for the DBT Coping Skills Summer Camp at Connections Child & Family Center — a fun, supportive space where tweens and teens build real emotional tools they'll carry for life.

And for the month of March? Early bird pricing is $699. 🎉

Tween Camp (Ages 11–13)
📅 June 8–11 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Teen Camp (Ages 14–18)
📅 June 15–18 | 10 AM – 2 PM

📍 The Woodlands, TX

Spots are limited — don't wait!

➡️ Register here:
https://link.therasaas.com/widget/form/byo0vfuvsfTxirk6R0sV

Have questions or need more information? Don't hesitate to reach out!

Call us or email melanie@connectionsfamilycenter.com with questions!

You don't have to do this alone. 🤍✨The Mother's Circle is a virtual support group designed to help you reconnect with yo...
03/11/2026

You don't have to do this alone. 🤍✨

The Mother's Circle is a virtual support group designed to help you reconnect with yourself, manage the overwhelm, and find community with moms who just get it.

This isn't just another thing on your to-do list — it's one hour a week to breathe, be heard, and grow alongside women navigating the same messy, beautiful, hard parts of motherhood.

We'll explore:
✨ Emotional regulation & managing anxiety
✨ Setting boundaries without the guilt
✨ Communication & relationship skills
✨ Rediscovering who you are beyond "Mom"

🗓️ Tuesdays at 12:00 PM | 8-week program 💻 Virtual & intimate (6–12 moms) 💰 $20 per session | Aetna & Cigna accepted 👩⚕️ Led by a licensed perinatal therapist

➡️ Ready to find your circle? An individual intake is required prior to joining. Call us or visit cpfh.org to get started!

On February 28th, two of our incredible clinicians — Rose and Jerome — laced up and crossed the finish line of the Houst...
03/10/2026

On February 28th, two of our incredible clinicians — Rose and Jerome — laced up and crossed the finish line of the Houston Methodist Woodlands Half Marathon! 🏅

They bring that same grit and compassion to everything they do — and 13.1 miles was no exception.

We are SO proud of you both. You inspire us in and out of the therapy room. 💛

Middle school can feel like a roller coaster for both you and your child. 🎢 Why ride it alone?Our Middle School Multi-Fa...
02/20/2026

Middle school can feel like a roller coaster for both you and your child. 🎢 Why ride it alone?

Our Middle School Multi-Family Program is officially enrolling! This 12-week journey is uniquely designed for one parent and one tween (ages 10-14) to grow together. Instead of the "growing pains" pulling you apart, use this time to build a bridge of communication that lasts.

What we’ll tackle:
✨ Turning "tough conversations" into connecting moments.
✨ Navigating the social and academic pressures of middle school.
✨ Building a foundation of mutual trust and confidence.

🗓️ Launching: This month!
⏰ When: Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
💰 Investment: $1,499 (includes both parent and tween)

➡️ We have a few limited spots left! DM us or call today to secure yours and start 2026 on the same page.

🔄 Tool of the Week: The "Opposite Action" PracticeWhen our kids struggle with low self-esteem or social anxiety, their b...
02/18/2026

🔄 Tool of the Week: The "Opposite Action" Practice

When our kids struggle with low self-esteem or social anxiety, their brain’s first instinct is often avoidance. 🛑 It tells them: "Don't raise your hand," "Don't join that table," or "Don't try out for the team."

The problem? Avoidance keeps them stuck. Every time they avoid, the anxiety grows stronger.

This week, try teaching them the DBT skill: Opposite Action. When anxiety tells them to pull away, we help them gently lean in. 🤝

How to practice it with your child:

1️⃣ Identify the Urge: Help them put words to the feeling. "I don't want to go to the party because I'm afraid no one will talk to me."
2️⃣ Name the Emotion: Is it fear? Shame? Embarrassment?
3️⃣ Check the Facts: Ask, "Is this fear based on a real danger right now, or a 'what if' about the future?"
4️⃣ Do the Opposite (Gently): Don't jump into the deep end! Start small. If raising a hand in class is too scary, start by staying after to ask the teacher one question.
5️⃣ Notice the Result: Did the "scary thing" happen? Usually, it doesn't. And even if it does, they learn a powerful lesson: They can survive it.

Helping our kids approach their fears gradually is how we build true, lasting confidence. 🌟

Want more DBT-informed tools to help your child navigate big emotions?

➡️ Get our "Tool of the Week" delivered straight to your inbox every Tuesday. Sign up for our newsletter today: https://link.therasaas.com/widget/form/8csNGCE8RoWcScKkGcvT

✨ The Most Important Relationship You’ll Ever Have“Your value does not come from how much other people want to be with y...
02/16/2026

✨ The Most Important Relationship You’ll Ever Have

“Your value does not come from how much other people want to be with you, but by how much you want to be with yourself.” — Daniel Sloss

We spend so much of our lives trying to be "chosen." We want to be the preferred parent, the indispensable employee, the liked friend, or the perfect partner. We tie our worth to how much others seek us out, often leaving us feeling empty when we’re finally alone. 🕊️

But what if the goal wasn't to be wanted by everyone else? What if the goal was to build a life—and a version of yourself—that you actually enjoy spending time with?

When you stop outsourcing your value to other people’s opinions, everything changes. You start:
🛑 Setting boundaries that protect your peace.
🌿 Speaking to yourself with more kindness.
💪 Making choices based on your values, not their expectations.

Therapy is the work of becoming your own best advocate. It’s about clearing away the noise of everyone else’s "wants" so you can finally hear your own.

Ready to start enjoying your own company?

💻 Book your first therapy session today and let’s work on the relationship you have with yourself: https://connectionsfamilycenter.com/contact/

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Happy Valentine’s Day from the team at CCFC! Staff celebrated with goodie bags, heart shaped donuts and a red & pink dre...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from the team at CCFC!

Staff celebrated with goodie bags, heart shaped donuts and a red & pink dress up day at the office. ❤️ 🩷 ❤️

This Valentine’s Day, Give Your Relationship a Foundation, Not Just a Bouquet 🌹Valentine’s Day often puts a lot of press...
02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, Give Your Relationship a Foundation, Not Just a Bouquet 🌹

Valentine’s Day often puts a lot of pressure on the "big gestures"—the perfect dinner, the right card, or the most beautiful flowers. But the most romantic thing you can do for your partner isn't found in a gift box; it’s found in the intentional work of staying connected.

Real love isn't just a feeling; it’s a series of skills: communication, repair, and the courage to be vulnerable. 🕊️

Couples therapy isn't a "last resort" or a sign that you’re failing. It’s a proactive way to:
🗣️ Deepen Communication: Learn to hear what’s really being said beneath the surface.
🛠️ Build a Repair Kit: Discover how to navigate conflict without leaving scars.
🌱 Nurture Growth: Support each other through the big life shifts—like career changes or the transition into parenthood.

Whether you're in a "winter" season of your relationship or you just want to ensure your "spring" lasts, therapy provides the space to ensure you’re growing together, rather than apart.

This year, invest in a love that lasts long after the roses fade.

💻 Ready to strengthen your bond? Book a couples therapy session today: https://connectionsfamilycenter.com/

✨ The One Thing You Can’t Give Up On“You are the one thing in this world, above all other things, that you must never gi...
02/09/2026

✨ The One Thing You Can’t Give Up On

“You are the one thing in this world, above all other things, that you must never give up on.” — Lili Reinhart

When life gets heavy—especially in the thick of parenthood, career shifts, or personal transitions—it is so easy to put yourself at the bottom of the priority list. We fight for our kids, our partners, and our work, but we often let ourselves drift to the background. 🕊️

But here is the truth: You are the foundation. If the foundation isn't supported, eventually, everything built on top of it feels the strain. Choosing to invest in your mental health isn't "extra"—it’s essential. It is a declaration that you believe your peace, your healing, and your future are worth fighting for.

Therapy is the ultimate way to show up for yourself. It’s a space where:
🕯️ Your feelings are the priority.
🌱 Your growth is the focus.
💪 Your resilience is honored.

You’ve spent so much time taking care of everyone else. Isn't it time someone took care of you?

💻 Don't give up on your well-being. Book your first session today and let’s start moving forward: https://connectionsfamilycenter.com/contact/

Motherhood was never meant to be done in isolation. 🕊️✨Our Mother’s Circle is returning soon, offering a dedicated space...
02/06/2026

Motherhood was never meant to be done in isolation. 🕊️✨

Our Mother’s Circle is returning soon, offering a dedicated space for you to set down the "mental load" and find your village.

This isn’t just another task for your to-do list—it’s an hour each week to exhale. Join a small, intimate group of women who truly "get it" as we navigate the messy, beautiful, and hard parts of motherhood together.

We’ll dive into:
✨ Coping with overwhelm & anxiety
✨ Setting boundaries without the guilt
✨ Rediscovering who you are outside of "Mom"

🗓️ Tuesdays at 12:00 PM | Starts soon 💻 Virtual (60-minute sessions) 💰 $20/session (Aetna & Cigna accepted)

➡️ Ready to find your circle? An individual intake is required to ensure a perfect fit. Call us today to get started!

💳 Tool of the Week: The Insurance Reality CheckFinancial surprises shouldn't be part of your healing process. Before you...
02/04/2026

💳 Tool of the Week: The Insurance Reality Check

Financial surprises shouldn't be part of your healing process. Before you sit down for your first session, having a clear picture of your coverage can take the "what ifs" off the table.

Grab your insurance card and ask these three vital questions:
1️⃣ What is my deductible, and how much have I met? This is the most important number. It tells you your true out-of-pocket cost before your insurance starts "picking up the tab."
2️⃣ What is the contracted session rate, and what will I actually pay? Don't settle for estimates! Ask for the specific dollar amount of your co-pay or co-insurance so you can budget accurately.
3️⃣ Are there alternative options? If your insurance isn't a great fit, ask about "Sliding Scale" rates for self-pay or out-of-network benefits. You might have more flexibility than you think!

Knowledge is power. When you understand the costs upfront, you can focus entirely on your wellness instead of your wallet. 🧠💪

Want more practical tips on navigating the logistics of mental healthcare?

➡️ Stay informed and empowered. Sign up for our newsletter to get the "Tool of the Week" delivered to your inbox: https://link.therasaas.com/widget/form/8csNGCE8RoWcScKkGcvT

Today is Groundhog Day! 💚Do you ever feel like you’re living in your own version of Groundhog Day? 🔄 Same stressors, sam...
02/02/2026

Today is Groundhog Day! 💚

Do you ever feel like you’re living in your own version of Groundhog Day? 🔄 Same stressors, same arguments, same feelings of burnout, day after day.

In therapy, we don’t just wait for a shadow to tell us if spring is coming. We work on breaking the cycles that keep you stuck in "winter." Whether it’s a repetitive negative thought or a habit that no longer serves you, you have the power to change the script for tomorrow.

💻 Ready to break the loop? Book your first session and let’s start a new chapter together: https://www.cpfh.org/contact

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1544 Sawdust Road, Ste 290
Spring, TX
77380

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm

Telephone

+12812106677

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We are a boutique child and family focused group of healing professionals. Our team of experienced child psychologists and family counselors is dedicated to helping families in our community. We work with families in all their configurations; children, parents, individuals, couples, and siblings. We believe families are doing the best they can with what they know, and we help build on each person’s unique strengths. We do this by teaching coping tools, increasing emotional awareness, building empathy and compassion, and supporting understanding of self and others. We use the latest science & research based treatment approaches, combine them with expressive methods of play, art, or sand tray, & throw in some humor, playfulness, and support. We treat anxiety, ADHD, depression, autism, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues and more. We offer psychological testing to get an accurate diagnosis, group therapy, couples counseling, play therapy, and family therapy.