Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in McKinney, TX
You may be an adult or young adult struggling with anxiety, OCD, or the lasting effects of trauma. You are looking for therapy that is structured, evidence-based, and grounded in a deep understanding of how anxiety and trauma impact the nervous system. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning, motivated, and ready to engage in meaningful therapeutic work.
You may be an adult or young adult struggling with anxiety, OCD, or the lasting effects of trauma. You are looking for therapy that is structured, evidence-based, and grounded in a deep understanding of how anxiety and trauma impact the nervous system. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning, motivated, and ready to engage in meaningful therapeutic work.
Are you living with trauma that feels overwhelming, fragmented, or hard to put into words? You may be navigating PTSD, dissociation, substance use, or identity exploration while trying to feel safe in your own body and relationships. I am a trans-, LGBTQIA+-, and poly-affirming therapist supporting adults across Texas who are working through complex trauma, DID, and identity-related experiences. Together, we create a space where all parts of you are welcomed, understood, and supported.
Are you living with trauma that feels overwhelming, fragmented, or hard to put into words? You may be navigating PTSD, dissociation, substance use, or identity exploration while trying to feel safe in your own body and relationships. I am a trans-, LGBTQIA+-, and poly-affirming therapist supporting adults across Texas who are working through complex trauma, DID, and identity-related experiences. Together, we create a space where all parts of you are welcomed, understood, and supported.
I blend structured strategies like CBT and DBT with goal-focused, strengths-based techniques from SFBT, and incorporate ACT to help clients build flexibility and live in alignment with their values.
We'll discuss mental health, medical background, lifestyle factors, and any previous therapy experiences. I also explain my approach, answer questions, and start building a collaborative plan so they feel safe, heard, and clear on what working together will look like.
I blend structured strategies like CBT and DBT with goal-focused, strengths-based techniques from SFBT, and incorporate ACT to help clients build flexibility and live in alignment with their values.
We'll discuss mental health, medical background, lifestyle factors, and any previous therapy experiences. I also explain my approach, answer questions, and start building a collaborative plan so they feel safe, heard, and clear on what working together will look like.
CHART Counseling Services, Erin Smith-Spearman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you ready to surrender to the fact that your way of managing your personal and professional life is only making things worse? If so, I am ready to jump in and help! I specialize in conflict resolution, restoring relationships, and improving personal, academic, and professional development. In addition, I help my clients work to identify, explore, address, and resolve any unprocessed traumas or stressors that may be affecting their ability to be the best version of themselves. I not only help clients become new people, I strive to promote change that can break family cycles and significantly improve the entire family's dynamic.
Are you ready to surrender to the fact that your way of managing your personal and professional life is only making things worse? If so, I am ready to jump in and help! I specialize in conflict resolution, restoring relationships, and improving personal, academic, and professional development. In addition, I help my clients work to identify, explore, address, and resolve any unprocessed traumas or stressors that may be affecting their ability to be the best version of themselves. I not only help clients become new people, I strive to promote change that can break family cycles and significantly improve the entire family's dynamic.
My name is Dr. LaShonda Wooten. I am the Program Director of Journey Psychological & Coaching Services. We understand sometimes life throws a curve ball, and you find yourself on a path you did not expect. You may even feel stuck, and uncertain about the future. Maybe you are experiencing transitional issues, or struggling with the question "Who Am I." If this sounds like you, let us help. We believe that life is a journey and not a destination. Each person is unique. As such, we will collaborate with you on your desired goal. We want you to live in your freedom.
My name is Dr. LaShonda Wooten. I am the Program Director of Journey Psychological & Coaching Services. We understand sometimes life throws a curve ball, and you find yourself on a path you did not expect. You may even feel stuck, and uncertain about the future. Maybe you are experiencing transitional issues, or struggling with the question "Who Am I." If this sounds like you, let us help. We believe that life is a journey and not a destination. Each person is unique. As such, we will collaborate with you on your desired goal. We want you to live in your freedom.
Hi, I’m Dr. Miaya Love, LPC. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, burnout, or past trauma, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can happen at your pace.
Hi, I’m Dr. Miaya Love, LPC. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, burnout, or past trauma, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can happen at your pace.
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “Be the Change you wish to see in the World".
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “Be the Change you wish to see in the World".
I’m Chloe Gibson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. I love working with adolescents and adults to help them navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger, academic stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, trauma, and life transitions. Before joining Thriveworks, I worked in a variety of settings, including universities, partial hospitalization, crisis intervention, and community outreach. I strive to provide an empathic, non-judgmental space where you can share your story. My focus is on your strengths, not your flaws, and how we can use them to build resilience.
I’m Chloe Gibson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. I love working with adolescents and adults to help them navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger, academic stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, trauma, and life transitions. Before joining Thriveworks, I worked in a variety of settings, including universities, partial hospitalization, crisis intervention, and community outreach. I strive to provide an empathic, non-judgmental space where you can share your story. My focus is on your strengths, not your flaws, and how we can use them to build resilience.
McKinney & Plano Therapist l Anxiety &
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
McKinney, TX 75070
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, other overwhelming emotions. The good news is these can be managed. I believe there are two experts in the room: you are the expert of your life, and I am the clinical expert. I have experience working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I offer virtual therapy across Texas with flexible scheduling and tailor my approach to meet your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods that help you understand yourself and why you do what you do, while giving you tools to make lasting changes.
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, other overwhelming emotions. The good news is these can be managed. I believe there are two experts in the room: you are the expert of your life, and I am the clinical expert. I have experience working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I offer virtual therapy across Texas with flexible scheduling and tailor my approach to meet your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods that help you understand yourself and why you do what you do, while giving you tools to make lasting changes.
I’m nationally certified in TF-CBT and also use DBT and ACT to help kids and teens develop healthy coping skills, regulate emotions, and greater stability.
If your child or teen seems overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, past trauma, or growing tension at home or school, you may be wondering how to help. Many families come to therapy feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to support their child through difficult emotions or behaviors. My goal is to provide a calm, supportive space where young people feel understood and parents gain guidance as we work together to help your child build emotional stability, healthier coping skills, stronger communication, and renewed confidence.
I’m nationally certified in TF-CBT and also use DBT and ACT to help kids and teens develop healthy coping skills, regulate emotions, and greater stability.
If your child or teen seems overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, past trauma, or growing tension at home or school, you may be wondering how to help. Many families come to therapy feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to support their child through difficult emotions or behaviors. My goal is to provide a calm, supportive space where young people feel understood and parents gain guidance as we work together to help your child build emotional stability, healthier coping skills, stronger communication, and renewed confidence.
Maybe you found out something that split your life into before and after. The affair, the secret, the version of your marriage you thought was real. People expect you to be over it, but your body still drops every time the phone buzzes. Or maybe you are a woman in your forties or fifties looking at a long marriage you no longer recognize, wondering if the problem is you, him, or twenty years of slowly disappearing. You do not need to be told to communicate more. You need someone who understands what betrayal does to a nervous system, and what real recovery actually takes.
Maybe you found out something that split your life into before and after. The affair, the secret, the version of your marriage you thought was real. People expect you to be over it, but your body still drops every time the phone buzzes. Or maybe you are a woman in your forties or fifties looking at a long marriage you no longer recognize, wondering if the problem is you, him, or twenty years of slowly disappearing. You do not need to be told to communicate more. You need someone who understands what betrayal does to a nervous system, and what real recovery actually takes.
Trust does not come easy for you, and you have good reasons. Maybe a man hurt you, and the idea of opening up to one feels backwards. Maybe substances or other escapes became the way you got through, and now they are their own problem. Maybe you have started therapy before and never felt safe enough to go deep. Wherever you are, you do not have to explain all of it at once, and you do not have to trust me on day one. We go at your pace. My job is to be steady, honest, and easy to talk to, so the work feels possible instead of like one more thing you have to brace for.
Trust does not come easy for you, and you have good reasons. Maybe a man hurt you, and the idea of opening up to one feels backwards. Maybe substances or other escapes became the way you got through, and now they are their own problem. Maybe you have started therapy before and never felt safe enough to go deep. Wherever you are, you do not have to explain all of it at once, and you do not have to trust me on day one. We go at your pace. My job is to be steady, honest, and easy to talk to, so the work feels possible instead of like one more thing you have to brace for.
My ideal clients are those who are ready to invest in their healing and believe that positive change is possible. Hope is a powerful starting point, and with the right support, meaningful growth can happen.
My role is to help you discover the path that is right for you. Life's challenges are not meant to be faced alone, and it would be my privilege to walk alongside you as we work toward the healing, balance, and personal success you deserve.
Together, we will identify your unique goals, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies, with evidence-based interventions that empower you to create meaningful change.
My ideal clients are those who are ready to invest in their healing and believe that positive change is possible. Hope is a powerful starting point, and with the right support, meaningful growth can happen.
My role is to help you discover the path that is right for you. Life's challenges are not meant to be faced alone, and it would be my privilege to walk alongside you as we work toward the healing, balance, and personal success you deserve.
Together, we will identify your unique goals, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies, with evidence-based interventions that empower you to create meaningful change.
Depending on your needs, I may also bring in tools from ACT or DBT to give you extra support along the way.
I work with teens, young adults, and athletes who feel constant pressure to perform in school, sports, or life. Many struggle with anxiety, stress, ADHD, or perfectionism, often feeling “put together” on the outside but anxious or disconnected within. As a former collegiate athlete and Licensed Professional Counselor, I help clients find peace, confidence, and purpose through evidence-based and faith-informed counseling tailored to their goals.
Depending on your needs, I may also bring in tools from ACT or DBT to give you extra support along the way.
I work with teens, young adults, and athletes who feel constant pressure to perform in school, sports, or life. Many struggle with anxiety, stress, ADHD, or perfectionism, often feeling “put together” on the outside but anxious or disconnected within. As a former collegiate athlete and Licensed Professional Counselor, I help clients find peace, confidence, and purpose through evidence-based and faith-informed counseling tailored to their goals.
Taking the step to begin therapy is an act of profound courage, and I deeply respect the vulnerability it requires.
With 15+ years of experience, I am skilled in working with individuals, couples, young adults, veterans, and the first responder community. Shele has worked in all treatment levels, and currently private practice. She enjoys all areas of mental health and specializes in treating PTSD/trauma, resiliency training, couples counseling, and eating disorders.
Taking the step to begin therapy is an act of profound courage, and I deeply respect the vulnerability it requires.
With 15+ years of experience, I am skilled in working with individuals, couples, young adults, veterans, and the first responder community. Shele has worked in all treatment levels, and currently private practice. She enjoys all areas of mental health and specializes in treating PTSD/trauma, resiliency training, couples counseling, and eating disorders.
Healing begins when we feel seen, safe and supported and that's what I strive to offer in every session. I work with individuals navigating a wide range of trauma, including complex, developmental, sexual, racial and intergenerational trauma and trauma related to identity, relationships, or life transitions. I also support those living with neurodivergent experiences, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. I warmly welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, races, faiths, sexualities, gender identities and life experiences. You deserve a space where you feel valued, respected, and free to be your full self.
Healing begins when we feel seen, safe and supported and that's what I strive to offer in every session. I work with individuals navigating a wide range of trauma, including complex, developmental, sexual, racial and intergenerational trauma and trauma related to identity, relationships, or life transitions. I also support those living with neurodivergent experiences, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. I warmly welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, races, faiths, sexualities, gender identities and life experiences. You deserve a space where you feel valued, respected, and free to be your full self.
The women I work with are often highly self-aware, insightful, and used to functioning at a high level - but internally, something still feels like it's missing. They may overthink, second-guess themselves, or feel disconnected from their own voice, desires, or sense of direction. What I tend to see quickly are the deeper patterns underneath - how they've adapted, where they're still seeking permission, and what parts of themselves have been set aside. I work with women to support a deeper relationship with themselves - one that allows for clarity, intuition, and genuine joy!
The women I work with are often highly self-aware, insightful, and used to functioning at a high level - but internally, something still feels like it's missing. They may overthink, second-guess themselves, or feel disconnected from their own voice, desires, or sense of direction. What I tend to see quickly are the deeper patterns underneath - how they've adapted, where they're still seeking permission, and what parts of themselves have been set aside. I work with women to support a deeper relationship with themselves - one that allows for clarity, intuition, and genuine joy!
Therapies such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) all allow you to create change in your life.
I work with a range of individuals and families from ages 8-85+. Typical clients, I see present with stress, interpersonal problems, life transitions, emotional regulation difficulties, and self-harm. Most clients I see present with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder (I or II), ADHD, or autism.
Therapies such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) all allow you to create change in your life.
I work with a range of individuals and families from ages 8-85+. Typical clients, I see present with stress, interpersonal problems, life transitions, emotional regulation difficulties, and self-harm. Most clients I see present with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder (I or II), ADHD, or autism.
My goal in working with clients is to build a strong, authentic, and trusting relationship in which they are able to safely and openly explore themselves, their relationships with others, and any other concerns. I recognize that each client is unique and that there is no “one size fits all” solution. I strive to meet each person where they are and to work collaboratively to meet your individual needs and goals, whatever they may be. I hope to empower my clients to connect with their existing strengths and resources, to face future challenges with courage, and to create more meaningful, healthier lives and relationships.
My goal in working with clients is to build a strong, authentic, and trusting relationship in which they are able to safely and openly explore themselves, their relationships with others, and any other concerns. I recognize that each client is unique and that there is no “one size fits all” solution. I strive to meet each person where they are and to work collaboratively to meet your individual needs and goals, whatever they may be. I hope to empower my clients to connect with their existing strengths and resources, to face future challenges with courage, and to create more meaningful, healthier lives and relationships.
Seeking help is a brave step—especially for pre-teens, teens, and young adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, body image concerns, disordered eating, or major life transitions. Many feel stuck, unsure of themselves, or disconnected from who they used to be. Together, we focus on building confidence, insight, and practical tools to help them feel more grounded, empowered, and hopeful as they move forward.
Seeking help is a brave step—especially for pre-teens, teens, and young adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, body image concerns, disordered eating, or major life transitions. Many feel stuck, unsure of themselves, or disconnected from who they used to be. Together, we focus on building confidence, insight, and practical tools to help them feel more grounded, empowered, and hopeful as they move forward.
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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.