About Hearts Journey Counseling
Hi, I’m Cassandra,
I’m Cassandra Cumbie-Freeney, LPC, and I created Hearts Journey Counseling to help couples and individuals build healthier, more connected relationships.
Relationships can be deeply meaningful, but they can also become strained by communication problems, emotional distance, betrayal, stress, major life transitions, or the pressure of balancing marriage with work, parenting, health, and everyday responsibilities.
My goal is to provide a counseling space where you can slow down, feel heard, understand the patterns affecting your relationships, and begin creating meaningful change.
I work with couples who want to strengthen their marriage and with individuals who want to better understand themselves within relationships.
Why I’m Passionate About Relationship Counseling
Relationships often affect nearly every part of our lives.
When a relationship feels secure and connected, it can become a source of support and strength. When communication breaks down or emotional distance grows, that same relationship can become a major source of stress, loneliness, and uncertainty.
I am passionate about helping clients move beyond simply surviving relationship problems and toward greater understanding, accountability, connection, and emotional safety.
Whether you are working through conflict, trying to rebuild trust, navigating a major transition, or simply wanting something different for your relationship, counseling can provide a place to begin.
A Little About Me
I have been a wife and mother for more than 20 years, and I understand how relationships are shaped by different seasons of life.
Marriage, parenting, careers, family responsibilities, health concerns, and personal growth can all influence the way couples connect with one another.
I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Texas, and after living in both North and South Texas, I eventually returned to East Texas.
Outside of counseling, I enjoy music, learning guitar, and spending time with my family.
My personal experiences do not replace your story, but they help shape the warmth, practicality, and respect I bring into the counseling room.
My Counseling Style
My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative, while also being practical and direct when needed.
I do not believe therapy should only be a place where you talk about the same problem week after week.
Counseling should also help you better understand what is happening, identify what can change, and practice new ways of responding.
Together, we may work on:
Communication
Conflict patterns
Boundaries
Trust
Emotional intimacy
Attachment patterns
Accountability
Emotional regulation
Relationship expectations
Self-esteem
Major life transitions
Healthy relationship habits
The goal is to help you develop tools and insight that you can use outside of the counseling session.
My Approach for Marriage Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help identify thoughts and beliefs that influence emotions, communication, and relationship behaviors.
By recognizing unhelpful patterns and developing healthier ways of thinking and responding, clients can begin creating meaningful changes in their everyday lives and relationships.
Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy
I also incorporate solution-focused and client-centered approaches to help clients recognize strengths, identify meaningful goals, and build on what is already working.
Counseling is collaborative.
You bring knowledge of your own life and experiences, while I provide support, clinical insight, structure, and tools to help you move toward the changes you want to make.
Relational Life Therapy (RLT)
Relational Life Therapy helps couples recognize unhealthy relational patterns and take greater responsibility for how they participate in them.
This approach can be especially helpful for couples who feel stuck in repeated conflict, emotional distance, resentment, or disconnection.
RLT encourages honesty, accountability, healthier boundaries, and deeper connection.
Christian Counseling Is Available
For clients who want faith to be part of counseling, Christian counseling is available upon request.
Faith-based sessions may include biblical principles, prayer when appropriate, forgiveness, grace, accountability, identity, relationships, and spiritual growth alongside evidence-informed counseling approaches.
Faith integration is personalized to each client or couple and is never required.
Online Counseling Throughout Texas
Hearts Journey Counseling is a virtual counseling practice serving adults and couples throughout Texas.
Telehealth can make counseling easier to fit into busy lives by allowing you to attend sessions from the privacy and convenience of home.
I work with clients throughout Texas, including East Texas, Tyler, Dallas, Houston, Austin, and surrounding communities.
All sessions are provided through a secure telehealth platform.
Finding the Right Therapist Matters
Counseling works best when you feel comfortable with the therapist you choose.
That is why I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation before beginning therapy.
During the consultation, we can briefly discuss what is bringing you to counseling, what you hope to work on, and whether my approach may be a good fit for your needs.
If you are ready to begin working toward healthier relationships, stronger communication, and greater clarity, I would be glad to talk with you.