Dr. Messina & Associates

Dr. Messina & Associates Evidence-based psychological and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and couples.

Dr. Michael Messina is a clinical psychologist in Southlake, TX. Dr. Messina provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to adults, adolescents, and children, addressing emotional problems, like anxiety and depression.

Noticing differences in your child’s development? 🧩 Early signs of autism can be subtle—limited speech, avoiding eye con...
12/24/2025

Noticing differences in your child’s development? 🧩 Early signs of autism can be subtle—limited speech, avoiding eye contact, or relying heavily on routines. If you’re unsure what these signs mean, psychological testing can bring clarity.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we offer warm, play-based evaluations that help parents understand their child’s strengths, communication style, and developmental needs. 💛 With early answers, families can access the right support sooner—and kids can thrive. 🌱

If you’re seeking guidance, reassurance, or next steps, we’re here to help.

You don’t have to look depressed to be depressed. Many people with high-functioning depression show up, get things done,...
12/22/2025

You don’t have to look depressed to be depressed. Many people with high-functioning depression show up, get things done, and appear “fine”—but inside, they feel exhausted, numb, or overwhelmed. 💛

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we help clients understand this hidden form of depression and find relief through supportive, evidence-based therapy. 🧠✨

If you’ve been smiling on the outside while struggling on the inside, you’re not alone. You deserve support, clarity, and a space to finally breathe again. 🌿

Does your teen seem angry, irritable, or increasingly withdrawn? 😞 It might not be “teen attitude.” Many young people ex...
12/17/2025

Does your teen seem angry, irritable, or increasingly withdrawn? 😞 It might not be “teen attitude.” Many young people express anxiety through anger or emotional shutdown—especially when they don’t know how to explain what they’re feeling. 💬💛

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we help teens understand their emotions and give them practical tools to manage stress, communicate more openly, and feel more in control. 🧠✨ Parents also learn effective ways to support their teen without escalating anxiety at home.

If your teen is pulling away, arguing more, or feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help your family reconnect and move forward with confidence. 🌱

Struggling with focus, restlessness, or constant frustration? It might be more than distraction. Psychological testing f...
12/15/2025

Struggling with focus, restlessness, or constant frustration? It might be more than distraction. Psychological testing for ADHD gives you clear answers—and a path forward.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, our evaluations go beyond checklists. We assess attention, impulse control, emotional patterns, processing speed, and executive functioning to uncover what’s really going on.

Whether your child is having trouble in school or you’re an adult who’s always wondered about ADHD, our team provides clarity, compassion, and a personalized treatment plan that finally makes everything make sense.

You don’t have to keep guessing. Real answers lead to real progress.

💛 OCD in kids doesn’t always look like excessive cleaning or organizing. Sometimes the signs are hidden—quiet rituals, i...
12/10/2025

💛 OCD in kids doesn’t always look like excessive cleaning or organizing. Sometimes the signs are hidden—quiet rituals, intrusive thoughts, or overwhelming worry that kids can’t explain.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we help families understand the hidden signs of OCD in children and teens and provide evidence-based therapy that truly works. Through gentle ERP, CBT, and family support, we guide kids toward confidence, calm, and long-term relief.

If your child struggles with repetitive thoughts, rituals, or anxiety they can't control, we’re here to help.

💛 Kids worry sometimes—but when worry becomes constant, overwhelming, or starts affecting school and daily life, it may ...
12/08/2025

💛 Kids worry sometimes—but when worry becomes constant, overwhelming, or starts affecting school and daily life, it may be more than a phase.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we help families understand anxiety in children and give kids tools to feel calmer and more confident. Through supportive, evidence-based therapy, children learn how to manage big emotions, reduce physical symptoms, and face fears at a pace that feels safe.

Parents also receive guidance to support their child without reinforcing anxiety. With the right help, kids can thrive again—socially, emotionally, and academically. 🌱

If your child seems overwhelmed, avoids activities, or struggles with constant worry, we’re here to help.

💛 Depression doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it feels like exhaustion, irritability, numbness, or carrying a...
12/03/2025

💛 Depression doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it feels like exhaustion, irritability, numbness, or carrying an emotional weight you can’t explain. Many people hide their symptoms—but you don’t have to.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we help individuals understand what depression really feels like and provide the support needed to heal. Through evidence-based therapy and compassionate care, we guide clients toward clarity, connection, and relief. 🌱

If you’ve been struggling with low energy, overwhelm, or a loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, it may be time to reach out. You deserve support, and help is available.

💡 Did you know ADHD looks different in girls and boys? While boys are often hyperactive and impulsive, girls tend to app...
12/01/2025

💡 Did you know ADHD looks different in girls and boys? While boys are often hyperactive and impulsive, girls tend to appear distracted or anxious—making their symptoms easier to miss.

At Dr. Messina & Associates in Southlake, we specialize in diagnosing and treating ADHD in children through therapy, evaluation, and family support. 💬

Early identification matters. With the right strategies, kids can learn focus, organization, and confidence at school and home. 🌱

If your child struggles with attention, forgetfulness, or emotional overwhelm, we’re here to help uncover what’s behind it—and create a plan that works.

💔 Has conflict or distance crept into your relationship?Every couple faces challenges—but when arguments become routine,...
11/26/2025

💔 Has conflict or distance crept into your relationship?
Every couple faces challenges—but when arguments become routine, or silence starts replacing connection, it can feel like love is slipping away. The truth is, most relationships don’t fail because of a lack of love. They struggle because communication breaks down, trust weakens, or emotional needs go unheard.
At Dr. Messina & Associates, we help couples rebuild connection through relationship therapy that focuses on understanding, healing, and growth. Whether you’re facing constant conflict, recovering from betrayal, or simply feeling disconnected, our therapists provide a supportive space to talk openly, listen deeply, and rediscover each other.
Through evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, you’ll learn how to:
💬 Communicate without defensiveness
💬 Rebuild emotional and physical intimacy
💬 Resolve conflict with compassion and teamwork
Love can be rebuilt—and therapy can be the place where it begins.
🌿 Start your journey toward connection today.

😔 Every child gets angry—but what if the anger never seems to stop?If your child’s frustration turns into explosive outb...
11/24/2025

😔 Every child gets angry—but what if the anger never seems to stop?
If your child’s frustration turns into explosive outbursts that happen several times a week—or if they seem irritable and tense most of the time—it may be more than typical moodiness. It could be Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), a condition that affects how children regulate emotions and respond to stress.
At Dr. Messina & Associates, we help families understand the difference between normal irritability and a more serious emotional struggle. Through compassionate counseling, children learn to manage anger, develop emotional regulation skills, and rebuild trust and communication at home.
Our therapy often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parent coaching, and family sessions to strengthen relationships and bring peace back into daily life.
💬 If every day feels like a battle, know that help is available—and change is possible.
🌱 Let’s work together to bring calm and connection back to your family.

🌤️ When you’re living with depression, hope can feel far away—but it isn’t gone.Depression can take away energy, motivat...
11/19/2025

🌤️ When you’re living with depression, hope can feel far away—but it isn’t gone.
Depression can take away energy, motivation, and the joy you once felt in life. It can make even simple tasks feel impossible, leaving you wondering if things will ever get better. But the truth is—you can find your way back.
At Dr. Messina & Associates, we help children, teens, and adults understand and overcome depression through compassionate, evidence-based counseling. Together, we work to:
💬 Identify and challenge negative thinking patterns
💬 Rebuild self-worth and emotional resilience
💬 Strengthen relationships and support systems
💬 Rediscover meaning, joy, and peace in everyday life
Whether you’ve been feeling this way for weeks or years, therapy offers a safe place to begin healing—one step, one conversation, one day at a time.
💛 You don’t have to face depression alone. Hope is closer than you think.

💬 When your heart races, your chest tightens, and it feels like you can’t breathe—it’s not “just stress.” It might be a ...
11/17/2025

💬 When your heart races, your chest tightens, and it feels like you can’t breathe—it’s not “just stress.” It might be a panic attack.
Panic attacks can come out of nowhere, leaving you scared, overwhelmed, and afraid it will happen again. The fear feels real because your body’s alarm system is overreacting to perceived danger. But while panic attacks feel out of control, they are treatable—and you can learn to stop living in fear of the next one.
At Dr. Messina & Associates, we help teens and adults understand what’s really happening during a panic attack and how to calm both body and mind. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and practical coping strategies, you’ll learn to:
💠 Recognize early warning signs
💠 Manage symptoms through breathing and grounding
💠 Break the cycle of fear and avoidance
Panic doesn’t have to define your life. With professional counseling, peace and control are possible again.
💬 Reach out today and take your first step toward calm.

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1500 Corporate Circle, Suite 7
Southlake, TX
76092

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm

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+18176770449

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