Anger Management Therapists in Bullard, TX

I have been working in mental health for 13 years. Working with my clients and supporting my clients has been a privilege and such a joy. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree in 2008 from Southern Arkansas University. In 2012, I pursued a Masters of Science in Addiction Counseling and in 2014 I received a Masters of Science in Professional Counseling. Most recently I obtained a Post Masters Certification in Marriage and Family Counseling.

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The mission of my professional life is to change and improve the quality of people's lives so that they will get more satisfaction from their personal, family and work relationships. My education and years of experience help me to form a therapeutic alliance with clients, find solutions and build strengths to maintain the personal growth they achieve. I believe that treating anxiety, depression and trauma is a collaborative process that is achieved by a variety of best practice techniques based on both science and common sense.

Throughout 33 years of counseling, I believe in the formation of a working relationship between myself and my client - represents a cornerstone of treatment, both in the service of engaging my client to mobilize their energies and to help foster a sense of optimism about treatment. I strive to see each client as an individual with sensitivity to each person's background and therapeutic needs.

I am deeply committed to establishing a strong and therapeutic connection with each of my clients, and this commitment is born from my experiences working with individuals facing various challenges. Whether it's during moments of crisis or periods of relative calm, having a dedicated advocate by your side is invaluable. I firmly believe that counseling offers a safe space for equipping individuals with the tools they need to engage with life in a more positive and constructive manner. Anyone seeking counseling can become better prepared to navigate life's complexities.

Deciding to begin therapy can be a vulnerable time in life. I am here to help you, as your therapist, identify your goals, find your strengths, and implement healthy coping skills. I work with children, adults, and families to focus on healing. I enjoy working with all ages, and specialize in working with children (and their caregivers) and individuals with an abuse history. In therapy, we will utilize your strengths and interests, such as art or play for children, to individualize treatment!

Welcome! I’m so happy that you have taken this step to create change in your life. Due to negative experiences, many times we learn unhelpful behaviors and beliefs over time. I believe that healing takes place when you have someone to walk alongside to create space where you can safely deal with what concerns you without shame and without judgement. My goal is to create that space and to be that person who will walk with you as you confront what is no longer serving you and develop lasting change.

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.

Is your child struggling with his/her relationships? Does he/she exhibit negative behaviors in school and/or home? Is your child experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and personality changes? Do you hear your child complaining of feeling overwhelmed? Has your child experienced trauma? I work with children/adolescents/teenagers/young adults every day and my goal is to utilize strong relationships centered on nurture and trust between the child and family to help the child reach their highest potential.

I welcome people from different backgrounds and political leanings, unique religious or spiritual beliefs, all kinds of relationship dynamics/combinations, stressful careers, and traumatic experiences. The types that have learned how to “fake it till you make it”. The survivor living off of caffeine and sheer determination. The tired, overlooked and underappreciated human being still carrying the baggage of their last relationship, tough childhood or draining job. Fighters who have lost their spark, but are somehow able to keep everyone else’s flame burning. I see you struggling… silently slipping below the surface. I want to help.

Have you experienced something traumatic, stressful, and/or life-altering? Maybe it happened yesterday or 20 years ago. Maybe you've had a lifetime of challenges to overcome. You may have intrusive thoughts, your emotions may be all over the place, things that used to be enjoyable aren't anymore, and your body seems to respond as if it has a mind of its own. Life's too short to settle for an unfulfilling existence. We can work collaboratively and holistically to help you take your power back using simple techniques and tools. You're not alone, and together we can work towards improving your quality of life.

My goals in therapy center around two ideas: helping you feel better and helping you get better. Life gets complicated for all of us (either throughout our lives or during parts of our lives). Sometimes we just need someone else to help guide us through it and teach us a new way to approaching our difficulties. One part involves helping you gain confidence that you can have control of your life, & the other involves challenging your beliefs and world views that keep you from living life to the fullest. Helping you feel better involves compassionate listening and understanding your concerns through your worldview.