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You may be the person everyone counts on, but that does not mean you are built to carry everything alone
You deserve to feel human, not just functional. You can be competent, capable, and still need help. Those things aren't in conflict.
I work with busy professionals, exhausted parents, healthcare professionals, and LGBTQ+ individuals, who look "fine" but feel lonely, resentful, or stuck in survival mode. You want life to work without running on stress and guilt. Together we'll identify what's draining you and build practical boundaries, routines, and skills that calm your nervous system, protect your energy, and make daily life feel manageable and yours again.
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I have my graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and am an LPC-S in Texas. I have been in the mental health field for the last 8 years working with a wide variety of clientele from adolescents to adults. I specialize in anxiety and trauma treatment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. These modalities along with psychoeducation are utilized to help you process, understand, and rewire maladaptive behaviors within the brain.
Hello! If you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, struggle with intrusive thoughts, or feel disconnected in your relationships, you’re not alone. You have the strength within you to create the life you want, and I’m here to help you get there.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor and Therapist who takes a warm, open, and direct approach. Together, we’ll build coping skills, foster resilience, and navigate life’s challenges so you can move forward with confidence.
I have been practicing in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I have a Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from University of North Texas. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I serve clients age 18 and up addressing issues related to trauma, substance use, stress management, family issues, and other mental health issues. I have extensive experience in working with LGBTQi population. Clients will be seen virtually.
I work with people who look like they are managing everything, but feel worn out, overwhelmed, or stuck on the inside. I am a licensed therapist and life management coach with nearly twenty years of experience helping adults navigate work, relationships, family, and the pressure to keep going no matter what. My background as an Air Force medical technician shaped how I show up today: calm, grounded, and very aware that real life is messy and complicated.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I have a background in both school-based and private practice settings, which allows me to support clients across different stages of life and environments. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and comfortable being yourself. I value building genuine connections with my clients and helping them feel safe enough to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have been in private practice since 2020, primarily working with mental health issues (depression and anxiety) and substance abuse. Prior to this, I worked with kids and families as well as other case management roles, for about 10 years. I have worked with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I enjoy working with just about everybody, and I look forward to getting to know a little bit more about you and your life.
Hello! My name is Ashley Harris, and I believe that counseling is for everyone. I have been a counselor for more than five years and I specialize in working this individuals and families who live with disabilities both mental and physical. I obtained my Master's Degree in professional counseling with a specialization in Rehabilitation Counseling and I am so glad that you are here!
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. My goal is to break barriers, educate our community, and encourage open, honest conversations. Whether you're exploring or ready to take this journey, you belong here.
I’m Layne Smith, an LPC-S licensed in Texas with an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at Tyler & 8 years of clinical experience. I offer a person-centered, goal-oriented approach tailored to each client’s strengths & goals. I provide both in-person and telehealth sessions.
I work with adults navigating trauma, relational wounds, and identity exploration. Our sessions will focus on helping you understand the why behind your emotions, behaviors, and patterns, not from a place of judgment, but from curiosity and care. By honoring all parts of you, we’ll work toward integration, self-trust, and connection that feels genuine and sustainable
Specializes in:
- Complex trauma (CPTSD) & attachment wounds
- ADHD & neurodivergence
- Self-esteem, shame, & self-compassion
- Relationship patterns & emotional awareness
- Life transitions & stress
- Faith transitions & religious trauma
- Perfectionism & high achievers
- Parenting support & relational understanding
- Survivors of childhood & sexual trauma
- Identity development & parts integration
Many of us have "big T" Traumas like abuse or near death experiences. All of us have some "little t" traumas like feeling repeatedly rejected by others. Part of us gets stuck back when the no-good-dirty-rotten-thing happened, but you don't have to stay there. You can be free of the grip of both big T and little t traumas.
You are welcome to call or email me for a free 20 minute consultation about whether or not I can help you.
Teresa Lyons, M.Ed., LPC, is a caring mental health professional and community advocate with over 25 years in education and more than 30 years in ministry. She has a heart for helping people find hope and healing as they navigate grief, chronic illness, and life’s challenges. Teresa specializes in academic, emotional, and spiritual care and is passionate about walking alongside others with compassion, encouragement, and wisdom. “I chose to become a counselor because of the impact counseling had on me as a young adult. At a time when I struggled to find purpose, value, and self-love, my counselor offered compassionate yet firm guidance that left a lasting mark on my life. That experience inspired me to dedicate my work to helping others discover hope, healing, and their own sense of worth.”
You may be carrying more than most people realize. Maybe you're trying to heal from trauma, manage the stress of a chronic health condition, navigate pregnancy or new parenthood, repair a relationship, or simply get through each day without feeling exhausted or overwhelmed. You don't have to keep pretending you're okay or figure it all out on your own. My goal is to help you feel supported, regain your confidence, and build a life that feels calmer, healthier, and more like you again.
Clients describe me as someone who’s compassionate, but who will “tell it like it is.” I believe that most problems in our relationships and well-being come from unmet needs in childhood. I help my clients learn to heal through mindfulness, reparenting, and finding a sense of safety through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) or somatic therapy. At the same time, we need to identify and challenge negative beliefs that we have about ourselves and the world. This is a process called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Through therapy, we can develop self-awareness, healthy boundaries, and assertive communication. These are skills we can all learn to help us feel better and work towards the life and healthy relationships we want.
Hi! I’m Ashley—former educator, school counselor, and third‐year doctoral student. I support humans ages 3+ navigating anxiety, perfectionism, ADHD, life transitions, burnout, and the pressure to hold everything together. My years in education uniquely equip me to help parents with practical strategies and to support educators and students at all levels working through burnout and imposter syndrome. My style brings together a person‐centered belief that you’re the expert on your own life, paired with research‐backed strategies, clear psychoeducation, and a light touch of humor to make the hard work feel more doable.
Hello, and welcome.
If you’re here, you may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, or simply exhausted by the challenges life is bringing right now. You are not alone, and you do not have to navigate it by yourself. I believe that with support, self-awareness, and practical tools, meaningful change is possible.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 25 years of counseling experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds. Much of my work has focused on helping individuals manage anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, academic pressures, career uncertainty, and work-life balance. I have extensive experience supporting college students, professionals, and individuals navigating periods of change, self-doubt, and personal growth.
My counseling style is supportive, collaborative, and solution-focused. I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Gottman-informed relationship approaches to help clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change. Together, we will explore patterns, identify strengths, and develop strategies that align with your values and goals.
I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take ownership of their growth and wellbeing. My hope is that therapy helps you build clarity, confidence, balance, and a stronger sense of purpose moving forward.
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