Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Desoto, TX
Life can be incredibly difficult at times, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. When those moments come, I’m here to support you and walk beside you through the pain, helping you find a more peaceful place. We will work together to get to the other side of your struggles.
I work with adults, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma. As your therapist, you’ll find someone who is authentic, straight-forward, compassionate, and dedicated to truly understanding you. I’ll listen with care, encourage you through the hard parts, and at times, gently challenge you to see things differently.
Life can be incredibly difficult at times, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. When those moments come, I’m here to support you and walk beside you through the pain, helping you find a more peaceful place. We will work together to get to the other side of your struggles.
I work with adults, couples, and families facing challenges like depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma. As your therapist, you’ll find someone who is authentic, straight-forward, compassionate, and dedicated to truly understanding you. I’ll listen with care, encourage you through the hard parts, and at times, gently challenge you to see things differently.
With a foundation in somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and holistic psychotherapy, I gently support you in reconnecting with your mind, body, and soul. My work is centered on helping you feel more grounded, understood, and at ease within yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and the stressors of everyday life. With experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings, I meet you where you are and tailor each session to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore tools and practices that help you regulate your nervous system.
With a foundation in somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and holistic psychotherapy, I gently support you in reconnecting with your mind, body, and soul. My work is centered on helping you feel more grounded, understood, and at ease within yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and the stressors of everyday life. With experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings, I meet you where you are and tailor each session to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore tools and practices that help you regulate your nervous system.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
Are you suffering from grief or life changes that are hindering you from enjoying the life you once lived? A combination between my personal and professional experiences has prepared me to help you process the negative feelings and emotions that have you stuck and bridge you to the goals of your future.
Melodi Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone navigating trauma, grief, or major life transitions like divorce. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, or insecurity, feeling stuck in cycles of pain. They seek a safe space to process emotions, gain insight, and heal. Their goal is to rebuild self-trust, improve relationships, and cultivate resilience. They want effective tools and guidance to move forward because they’re tired of carrying emotional burdens alone. Through therapy, they seek clarity, self-compassion, and lasting change in their personal and professional lives.
My ideal client is someone navigating trauma, grief, or major life transitions like divorce. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, or insecurity, feeling stuck in cycles of pain. They seek a safe space to process emotions, gain insight, and heal. Their goal is to rebuild self-trust, improve relationships, and cultivate resilience. They want effective tools and guidance to move forward because they’re tired of carrying emotional burdens alone. Through therapy, they seek clarity, self-compassion, and lasting change in their personal and professional lives.
Are you tired of living with constant anxiety, stress, and overwhelming emotions? Do you feel trapped by your obsessions, compulsions, or traumatic experiences? Are you struggling to connect with others and build meaningful relationships? It's time to break free from the cycle of pain and take control of your life. Imagine a life where you no longer isolate yourself or struggle to connect with others. Picture yourself free from intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and constant feelings of being on edge. Experience the joy of renewed motivation and focus, allowing you to excel in your daily life.
Are you tired of living with constant anxiety, stress, and overwhelming emotions? Do you feel trapped by your obsessions, compulsions, or traumatic experiences? Are you struggling to connect with others and build meaningful relationships? It's time to break free from the cycle of pain and take control of your life. Imagine a life where you no longer isolate yourself or struggle to connect with others. Picture yourself free from intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and constant feelings of being on edge. Experience the joy of renewed motivation and focus, allowing you to excel in your daily life.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor–Supervisor and Personal Development Coach with a background in counseling, teaching, and educational support. My journey has equipped me with a unique perspective on the challenges individuals and families face, particularly when it comes to navigating anxiety, depression, and communication issues. I’ve worked with clients of all ages, including couples, and I have seen firsthand how transformative therapy can be when we work together with intent and empathy. My approach centers around creating a safe, supportive space where healing and personal development can begin.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor–Supervisor and Personal Development Coach with a background in counseling, teaching, and educational support. My journey has equipped me with a unique perspective on the challenges individuals and families face, particularly when it comes to navigating anxiety, depression, and communication issues. I’ve worked with clients of all ages, including couples, and I have seen firsthand how transformative therapy can be when we work together with intent and empathy. My approach centers around creating a safe, supportive space where healing and personal development can begin.
I am so glad you decided to start this therapy journey and I am excited to be partnering with you on this journey. Whether you’re looking for accountability, to change relationship patterns, build self-worth, or to seek guidance in making a major life decision, I am here to meet you where you are so you can tackle life issues. I will provide you with a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. We will collaborate to identify your unique strengths and I will support you in creating the life you envision. Let’s start your path of healing and wholeness.
I am so glad you decided to start this therapy journey and I am excited to be partnering with you on this journey. Whether you’re looking for accountability, to change relationship patterns, build self-worth, or to seek guidance in making a major life decision, I am here to meet you where you are so you can tackle life issues. I will provide you with a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. We will collaborate to identify your unique strengths and I will support you in creating the life you envision. Let’s start your path of healing and wholeness.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—especially when you’re carrying stress, pain, or life changes on your own. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood.
I work with individuals who may be feeling stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, or difficult past experiences, you don’t have to go through it alone. Clients often share that they feel comfortable opening up here and appreciate having a place where they can be honest without fear of judgment.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—especially when you’re carrying stress, pain, or life changes on your own. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood.
I work with individuals who may be feeling stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, or difficult past experiences, you don’t have to go through it alone. Clients often share that they feel comfortable opening up here and appreciate having a place where they can be honest without fear of judgment.
Have you been carrying the weight of unresolved pain from your childhood? Or maybe struggling with the lasting impact of a difficult relationship with your family? Or are you the go-to person who seems to “have it all together”, but behind closed doors you're barely holding on. If so, I'm glad you've decided to work on healing your pain points and striving for emotional freedom and self-empowerment. Together, we will create a personalized healing plan geared towards increasing self-compassion, developing healthy boundaries, and transforming the cycles of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and emotional burnout.
Have you been carrying the weight of unresolved pain from your childhood? Or maybe struggling with the lasting impact of a difficult relationship with your family? Or are you the go-to person who seems to “have it all together”, but behind closed doors you're barely holding on. If so, I'm glad you've decided to work on healing your pain points and striving for emotional freedom and self-empowerment. Together, we will create a personalized healing plan geared towards increasing self-compassion, developing healthy boundaries, and transforming the cycles of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and emotional burnout.
Hi there, I'm Tonya.
Do you feel like you need someone to talk to but feel like no one understands you?
Carl Rogers said, “We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy.
I am committed to creating a space where the client feels seen and heard.
I have a unique counseling style that allows clients to quickly engage in the therapeutic process. Helping clients find a deeper understanding of themselves is my focus. I guide the client through their journey of self-awareness with cognitive restructuring combined with a person-centered approach.
Hi there, I'm Tonya.
Do you feel like you need someone to talk to but feel like no one understands you?
Carl Rogers said, “We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy.
I am committed to creating a space where the client feels seen and heard.
I have a unique counseling style that allows clients to quickly engage in the therapeutic process. Helping clients find a deeper understanding of themselves is my focus. I guide the client through their journey of self-awareness with cognitive restructuring combined with a person-centered approach.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have worked in the field of social work for 20 years. I am a woman with lived experience surrounding neglect, trauma, divorce, motherhood, grief, failure, triumph, hiccups, mistakes, self-doubt, anxiety, depression, you name it. I am a true believer in giving grace to yourself and meeting yourself where you are. I am a Christian and will incorporate biblical principles in sessions if clients ask me to do so, however this is not the case for all of my clients. I am here to provide a judgement free space to support my clients as they walk through the challenges they are faced with.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have worked in the field of social work for 20 years. I am a woman with lived experience surrounding neglect, trauma, divorce, motherhood, grief, failure, triumph, hiccups, mistakes, self-doubt, anxiety, depression, you name it. I am a true believer in giving grace to yourself and meeting yourself where you are. I am a Christian and will incorporate biblical principles in sessions if clients ask me to do so, however this is not the case for all of my clients. I am here to provide a judgement free space to support my clients as they walk through the challenges they are faced with.
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
We want to empower you and bring you to a place of confidence where you can feel and act proudly and securely.
Being constantly fearless and strong in a rapidly changing world can be overwhelming and exhausting. Black men, in particular, find adjustment to shifting circumstances difficult due to cultural stigma against appearing weak in any sense and inherent societal prejudices and misinformation. Too often, positive contribution is minimized while normal human failings are blown out of proportion.
We want to empower you and bring you to a place of confidence where you can feel and act proudly and securely.
Being constantly fearless and strong in a rapidly changing world can be overwhelming and exhausting. Black men, in particular, find adjustment to shifting circumstances difficult due to cultural stigma against appearing weak in any sense and inherent societal prejudices and misinformation. Too often, positive contribution is minimized while normal human failings are blown out of proportion.
Allison Broyles, LPC, serves clients across Texas, offering a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where individuals can find relief and begin their journey toward healing. She understands that taking the first step to seek counseling is challenging, and she is committed to supporting clients in building the skills and resilience needed to navigate life’s obstacles. Allison specializes in helping those struggling with trauma, grief, and depression, and she works closely with each client to develop tailored strategies that address their unique experiences and needs.
Allison Broyles, LPC, serves clients across Texas, offering a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where individuals can find relief and begin their journey toward healing. She understands that taking the first step to seek counseling is challenging, and she is committed to supporting clients in building the skills and resilience needed to navigate life’s obstacles. Allison specializes in helping those struggling with trauma, grief, and depression, and she works closely with each client to develop tailored strategies that address their unique experiences and needs.
Taking the first step to seek support takes incredible courage, and your decision to invest in your well-being. This is a nonjudgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are, knowing you will be met with warmth and respect. As an open-minded Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I affirm every part of your identity and experience. Together, we'll explore your unique path to healing and growth, focusing on what truly matters to you. I look forward to working collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
Taking the first step to seek support takes incredible courage, and your decision to invest in your well-being. This is a nonjudgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are, knowing you will be met with warmth and respect. As an open-minded Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I affirm every part of your identity and experience. Together, we'll explore your unique path to healing and growth, focusing on what truly matters to you. I look forward to working collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and incorporate somatic-informed interventions into my work.
You're the person who holds it together for everyone else — and has been for a long time. Maybe you're a parent watching your teen shut down and not knowing how to reach them. Maybe you're the high-achiever who looks fine on the outside but is running on empty inside. You're navigating anxiety that won't quit, depression that's hard to explain, ADHD or Autism that makes everything harder than it should be, or emotional overwhelm that no one around you fully understands. You want real answers — not just to cope, but to actually feel like yourself again.
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and incorporate somatic-informed interventions into my work.
You're the person who holds it together for everyone else — and has been for a long time. Maybe you're a parent watching your teen shut down and not knowing how to reach them. Maybe you're the high-achiever who looks fine on the outside but is running on empty inside. You're navigating anxiety that won't quit, depression that's hard to explain, ADHD or Autism that makes everything harder than it should be, or emotional overwhelm that no one around you fully understands. You want real answers — not just to cope, but to actually feel like yourself again.
I primarily work with teens and young adults, ages 16 to 30, who are navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and struggles with motivation or direction. My clients often come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected from themselves or unsure what to do next. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based. I aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely safe and understood while still being challenged to achieve personal growth. I believe that therapy works when you do not feel you have to perform or impress but are able to show up exactly as you are.
I primarily work with teens and young adults, ages 16 to 30, who are navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and struggles with motivation or direction. My clients often come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected from themselves or unsure what to do next. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based. I aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely safe and understood while still being challenged to achieve personal growth. I believe that therapy works when you do not feel you have to perform or impress but are able to show up exactly as you are.
With over two and a half decades of dedicated service within the dynamic field of mental health, my professional journey has been defined by a profound commitment to fostering well-being and growth within my clients.
My extensive experience encompasses deep engagement with a wide spectrum of diverse populations, including various cultural, socio-economic, and faith communities. This breadth of exposure has cultivated a nuanced understanding of unique challenges and strengths, allowing me to approach every situation with empathy and inclusivity.
With over two and a half decades of dedicated service within the dynamic field of mental health, my professional journey has been defined by a profound commitment to fostering well-being and growth within my clients.
My extensive experience encompasses deep engagement with a wide spectrum of diverse populations, including various cultural, socio-economic, and faith communities. This breadth of exposure has cultivated a nuanced understanding of unique challenges and strengths, allowing me to approach every situation with empathy and inclusivity.
Melissa Avitia is a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health who helps adolescents, teens, and adults in Texas navigate life’s emotional challenges through individualized therapy. She provides a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore their struggles and strengths. Whether addressing school-related stress, life transitions, or symptoms of anxiety and depression, Melissa tailors her approach to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. Melissa has a deep passion for supporting clients through pivotal life changes, particularly midlife and later life transitions.
Melissa Avitia is a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health who helps adolescents, teens, and adults in Texas navigate life’s emotional challenges through individualized therapy. She provides a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore their struggles and strengths. Whether addressing school-related stress, life transitions, or symptoms of anxiety and depression, Melissa tailors her approach to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. Melissa has a deep passion for supporting clients through pivotal life changes, particularly midlife and later life transitions.
Many people quietly carry anxiety, trauma, depression, or relationship pain for years while appearing “fine” on the outside. Whether you are struggling with conflict in your family, communication difficulties with a partner, emotional burnout, or a persistent sense of dissatisfaction, you do not have to navigate it alone. I work with individuals to better understand the experiences and patterns that may be keeping them stuck.
Many people quietly carry anxiety, trauma, depression, or relationship pain for years while appearing “fine” on the outside. Whether you are struggling with conflict in your family, communication difficulties with a partner, emotional burnout, or a persistent sense of dissatisfaction, you do not have to navigate it alone. I work with individuals to better understand the experiences and patterns that may be keeping them stuck.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.