Our counseling team is a well-rounded group of professionals who can help with a wide variety of daily or extraordinary struggles. They remain current on the latest findings in brain research and utilize various strategies, meeting clients where they are. Our team includes therapists who are trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, Marriage & Family Therapy, and other modalities that allow them to treat each client as an individual.
Don’t underestimate the LPC-Associate status. These professionals are well-trained, educated and have passed the required state and/or national exams. You can learn more about LPC-Associates here.
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Ashley has always had a passion for helping others and an interest in human behavior and relationships, which led her to the field of Counseling. She graduated with a Master’s degree in Family Psychology from Hardin-Simmons University, gaining experience interning with the local crisis center and leading group therapy for an inpatient treatment center. Currently, her main focus is on treating trauma and co-occurring issues, as well as providing advocacy for Victims of Crime for teens, adults, and older adults. Ashley also enjoy leading educational groups and has experience treating issues such as anxiety, depression, life adjustments, self-injury, and self-esteem. Ashley believes in the possibilities for growth and change and wants to help others reach the potential they are striving for.
Ashley utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as a Person-Centered Approach to create a non-judgmental, safe, and growth centered environment for counseling. Ashley is trained in EMDR therapy, crisis intervention strategies, and participates in various trainings to stay up to date with new research in the field of trauma treatment including sexual abuse, domestic violence, and child abuse.
In her time away from counseling, Ashley enjoys DIY and home projects, revamping things, and spending time with her family (plus her 2 pups!). She loves to get away to the woods and spend time hiking, fishing, and relaxing. Ashley is also always on a journey to find the best hole in the wall restaurants!
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Rebekah’s goal in counseling is to provide a safe, accepting space in which people feel comfortable being themselves and are supported as they work through their struggles and past traumas. Rebekah (Beka) believes that understanding how our brains and bodies respond to stress and trauma helps us make sense of behavior and thought patterns and gives us the insight needed to develop new patterns and better emotional regulation. For this reason, Beka utilizes body-based models, such as polyvagal theory, in addition to EMDR, ego-state methods, and a person-centered approach when working with clients. She also incorporates faith practices when requested by clients. Beka is a certified administrator of the Safe and Sound Protocol.
Beka enjoys working with teens and adults on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, cPTSD, adjusting to major life changes, stress management, chronic pain, and chronic illness. In addition to seeing clients individually, she also leads mental health trainings and self-care groups. Her education background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Howard Payne University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from B.H. Carroll Theological Institute.
In her free time, Beka enjoys reading, puzzles, constructing lego sets, and cheering for her nephews and niece at their sporting events. You can often find her fishing, hiking, or bird watching with her husband and dog.
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Cindy is passionate about good self-esteem, healthy relationships and a positive look on life. She believes that therapy is a collaborative relationship that includes supportive listening, reflecting, exploring, encouraging, challenging, and finding solutions to help make those positive changes. Because the relationship is dependent on honesty, she will periodically ask for feedback to best serve you and your family.
Cindy has a Master’s Degree in Counseling. She is an LPC Supervisor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Cindy has also completed training in EMDR and play therapy. She specifically works with children and families that have experienced trauma. When she is not working Cindy hikes, bikes, does barre, gardens, cooks, bakes, plays the piano and does needlework in her free time.
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Caroline holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ole Miss, and a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Methodist University. Caroline emphasizes the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship and strives to create a safe space for each client. She implements a Person-Centered approach along with Cognitive Behavioral techniques to achieve self-awareness, personal growth, develop coping skills, and manage symptoms. She has experience working with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and adjusting to life changes. She enjoys working with clients of all ages and backgrounds and utilizes Play Therapy/Activity Therapy with children and adolescents, and activities, worksheets, and talk therapy with adults.
Outside of the office, Caroline enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new restaurants, and walking outside.
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Dr. Pamela Dunn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Ph.D. in Family Studies. Dr. Dunn believes in a holistic approach to counseling encompassing mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Dunn attended Louisiana State University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. These studies prompted an interest in human services where she pursued a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University to then ultimately earning her Doctorate Degree at Texas Woman’s University in the Department of Family Sciences. Dr. Dunn has always had a passion for marriage and family and interpersonal relationships. Her dissertation examined marital perceptions and what it takes to sustain healthy marriages. She specializes in family therapy using a family systems approach to work with couples, parents, and extended family members with the goal of obtaining healthy relationship functioning.
Dr. Dunn also specializes in individual counseling centering on crisis interventions. Focal areas include but are not limited to domestic violence, abuse, and assault. Dr. Dunn is also a Certified Case Manager (CCM) trained to provide education and interventions for those needing support with disease and pain management.
As a therapist, Dr. Dunn works with different types of issues most common to include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief and loss, and self-worth/self-esteem. She believes in meeting individuals where they are using a person-centered approach to determine how to reach desired outcomes. Practice techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior modification therapy, mindfulness therapy, EMDR, and positive psychology techniques when applicable. As a Christian herself, Dr. Dunn also incorporates faith-based practices and beliefs when requested.
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Jonathan approaches counseling from an Emotion Focused and strength-based perspective. His fascination with human emotion and its influence on everyday life drew him to the field of counseling. Jonathan tailors his approach to each client's individual needs, borrowing from various therapeutic methods when appropriate, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. He views counseling as a journey to identify and understand emotions, discovering the messages they carry. Once these messages are clear, clients can grow using the tools they already possess, whether they need modification, or utilizing new tools learned during the counseling process.
Jonathan earned his bachelor's degree in psychology from Texas A&M University - Commerce and his master's degree in counseling from Southern Methodist University, with an emphasis on couple and family work. He is passionate about working with the Latinx/Hispanic community and the LGBTQ+ population, providing a safe and supportive environment for all his clients.
Outside the therapy room, Jonathan loves attending concerts whenever he gets the chance. He also enjoys roller-skating, often while listening to new music. His playlists are either very short and niche or long and eclectic, reflecting his diverse taste in music.
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Nida Noorani is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a deep passion for helping individuals find clarity and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. Holding Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Child Learning Development from the University of Texas at Dallas and a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Nida is committed to fostering a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered.
Nida’s counseling approach is integrative, drawing from a blend of Adlerian (Individual Psychology), Solution-Focused Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). She believes that each person’s journey is unique, and her therapeutic methods are tailored to meet the specific needs of each client, empowering them to develop healthier coping strategies and a stronger sense of self. She primarily works with adolescents through adults, guiding them through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity exploration.
As a South Asian-American, Nida has a deep understanding of the cultural nuances that impact mental health. She has a special interest in working with women of color (WOC) and people of color (POC), offering a space where cultural identity and personal experiences can be explored safely and openly.
In addition to her professional work, Nida is an avid reader with a growing personal library of over 100 books, reflecting her love for continuous learning and storytelling. When she’s not reading, she enjoys channeling her creativity into writing her own novel, capturing moments through photography, and finding solace in nature walks.
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Jonathan began studying psychology at The University of North Texas, from which he earned a BA in Psychology (2014) and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (2018). Jonathan is currently a second-year doctoral student at Texas A&M – Commerce in the Counseling Education and Supervision PhD program. He also has a degree in Film from Baylor University (2010), and love movies!
Jonathan views his role as a passenger on the journey of his clients’ life experience. He specializes in existential concerns, with additional training in dreamwork, transpersonal psychology, and EMDR. Jonathan works with clients who are struggling with various hardships including depression, grief, anxiety, PTSD, and mood disorders. Whether you have specific goals in mind or the general desire for personal growth, Jonathan takes great pride in assisting his clients as they work toward healing, growth, and authenticity.
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Donna is a LPC and LMFT Associate in Texas. She completed two Bachelor’s degrees in Justice and Spanish through American University. Donna has two Master of Arts degrees in Professional Counseling, and Marriage and Family Therapy from Amberton University.
Donna has experience working with college students/young adults, adults, couples, families, crime victims and first responders. She has helped clients experiencing a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, anger, communications issues, divorce, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and general life issues and changes. Donna is a certified facilitator in the SYMBIS assessment which allows her to help couples in any stage of their relationship to improve their communication and understanding of each other. Donna has also completed EMDRIA approved training in EMDR Therapy.
Counseling is a second career for Donna. She retired after a 20-year career in public service to pursue her passion of counseling others through their struggles to help them find hope, meaning, and happiness in life.
Donna is a Christian, wife, mother, stepmother, and animal lover (currently sharing her home with 3 dogs and 2 cats). She loves reading, gardening, hiking, and puzzles (including Sudoku, KenKen, Numbrix). Donna has also been skydiving, hang gliding and parasailing.