Therapists in Texas

As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Please note: I do not accept clients with Child Custody issues or CPS involvement. I also do not complete disability applications.

As a licensed professional counselor in practice for almost a decade, I am trained and qualified to treat individuals dealing with most mental health and emotional disorders, but I specialize in anxiety and related difficulties, such as depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (Cert. no. 902544). I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults dealing with the traumatic aftermath of emotionally and physically abusive family environments. I also work with a good number of artists, musicians and other creative types.

Amongst Megan’s areas of expertise are the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol/ Chemical Dependency, Anger Management, Attachment Disorders, ADHD, Behavior Modification, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Domestic Violence, Disordered Eating, Gender Identity/ Sexuality, LGBTQIA+, Impulse Disorder, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorder, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychotic Disorder, Self-harm, Suicide Ideation, Sleep Disorders, Stress Management, Trauma, and Women’s Issues. She enjoys working with teenagers, adults, couples, and families.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, OCD and stress management in teens, young adults and adults.

First of all, I'm already proud of you for getting this far. I know how intimidating getting the ball rolling on therapy can be so the fact that you're even looking into it, speaks so much about your readiness to better yourself and your life! I treat depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, relationship issues, and chronic illness. I view all clients as the driver of their own lives while I sit in the passenger seat to guide. I will assist you by collaboratively setting therapy goals, instilling empowerment, and equipping you with the tools needed to sustain long-term progress.

In one's walk towards wholeness and change, there are various barriers and hindrances one must overcome: The prism in which we view life, the messages we received about ourselves from our family of origin, what has happened to us and what we tell ourselves about it, our fear of feelings, and our learned coping mechanisms are just a few. As a Christian counselor, it is my desire to provide a safe and accepting environment in which we can walk and work together to expose, understand, and overcome these barriers.

My clinical and research expertise includes the range of anxiety and stress-related disorders, especially PTSD, OCD, panic, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, caring, and fundamentally science-based. I have extensive training and experience working with clients and their families across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and Veterans. I am also well-versed in delivering several gold-standard CBT and exposure-based treatments. I view meaningful connections and delivering evidence-based treatments as the most important factors that drive therapeutic change.

I am a licensed Professional Counselor and part of the National Board of Certified Counselors. As well, I am a Professional Psychologist and part of the American Psychological Association with training in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

I help teens and adults heal from debilitating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and unwanted behaviors. These thoughts and behavioral compulsions usually attack your personal values, identity, and beliefs, leaving you searching for reassurance and falling into the same defeating cycle. My ideal client usually needs help relinquishing control and finding peace with the unknown. I provide a calming presence, a lighthearted sense of humor, and a non-judgmental space to overcome your fears. Together, we create structured goals and implement them in each session.

WE OFFER PHONE AND VIDEO SESSIONS. Able to offer ADHD and personality testing. I am passionate about providing evidence-based therapy services, and I specialize in treating adults with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related disorders, PTSD and trauma, and LGBTQ+ related issues including transition. As your therapist my goal is to provide you with the education, skills, tools, and understanding you need to achieve sustainable symptom reduction and become better adjusted and able to cope with life changes and stressors more independently.

Anxiety takes many forms: stress, worry, PTSD, panic, OCD, perfectionism. Anxiety is feeling so overwhelmed that you feel paralyzed to even try anything. Anxiety is that surge of pounding heart when you’re speaking in front of a group of people. Anxiety is feeling terrified to take a leap of faith due to fear of failure or getting hurt. I could go on and on... If you have experienced this, you are not alone. Contrary to popular belief, courage is NOT the absence of anxiety. Courage is being afraid and doing it anyway. I help people overcome anxiety by enhancing courageous living, however that is defined by YOUR goals and values.

CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.

You try to stop...stop the worrying, stop the thoughts, stop the behavior, stop the tears. But it's so hard. And it's effecting your quality of life. It's time. This is your time to work through what is stopping you from living a fulfilling life. Using the best approach tailored to you, we will work through past issues that may be impeding your life while at the same time giving you the skills to live a fuller life today.

People struggle, often silently, in several areas. This can be in fearing conflict with others, struggling with your faith, navigating unhealthy boundaries in relationships, wrestling with loneliness or dealing with self shame that may reside within your mind. It may feel like a constant cycle that is difficult to break on your own. These are some of the areas where I can come along side you to help you with whatever you are going through. Life is hard enough to figure out on your own. Fortunately therapy with me provides a space to feel safe in dealing with your problems and helps you develop resources to solve these.

As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.

Recognizing your strengths, even if you haven't seen them for a while or have never acknowledged them, is important in overcoming any problem you are facing. It is my job and my pleasure to help you identify your strengths and gain life-long strategies for happier living. People often become more hopeful and find that the therapeutic process is very helpful. I use humor where we can because therapy should not feel like a chore. It is your opportunity to have a mentor walk with you through a difficult time while providing support, techniques and guidance to help you create the life you envision.

It is our potential to have fulfilling and meaningful lives, expressed through our love and our work. Therapy supports individuals realizing this potential. Therapy is effective at alleviating acute stress, anxiety and depression and in turn finding meaning in the difficulties and struggles of life. My goal is to help you live a life with greater calm and acceptance, greater resilience in the face of difficulties, a greater sense of energy, effectiveness and elegance in living, an enhanced sense of choice and satisfaction, and improved intimacy with loved ones and friends.

I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder self-esteem issues, dysfunctional relationship patterns, boundary issues, and a variety of other issues. I utilize Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and Rational Emotoive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Both of these modalities are evidence based and have been shown to be extremely effective. I know what it’s like to not be living the life you want because of these types of issues, but there is a different way. We can get there together.

We all get stuck in relationships, issues, and negative thinking, at times. Your situation is unique and so should your therapy. You deserve professional guidance with what you desire to receive help. Please reach out to me and receive that help because you are worth it!