D. Scott Stanley

D. Scott Stanley, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, and Diplomate Jungian Analyst, is a psychotherapist based in Houston, Texas. He directs the Frank N. McMillan Jr. Institute for Jungian Studies at Jung Center Houston and has authored over 100 journal articles and book chapters, including the major scholarly work 'Bleuler, Jung, and the Creation of the Schizophrenias.' He is explicitly affirming of LGBTQ clients and brings a deeply informed Jungian perspective to his clinical work, incorporating dreamwork, fairy tales, and spiritual exploration.

Stanley offers a collaborative and feminist-informed approach to therapy, helping clients find their voice and a sense of their own power. He describes his therapeutic style as 'respectfully curious,' working alongside clients to transform problem-dominated stories into hopeful, life-affirming ones. He tailors treatment to each individual's needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, and he offers a free 30-minute initial consultation to allow prospective clients to assess their comfort with his approach.

At the heart of his practice is a deep respect and sincere interest in each client's story. Stanley believes that creating an environment of genuine respect and support is foundational to healing and wholeness. He works with clients across a range of needs, with some requiring only a few sessions and others engaging in longer-term work.