Brandy Mounts

As a counselor, I have spent my life helping children and families in a variety of settings. I began counseling in 2005 after I completed my Masters degree from Tarleton State University.  My PhD is in Counselor Education from Texas Tech University. One of my greatest joys is teaching and training future counselors.

I wrote my doctoral dissertation on issues related to adoption, because it is one of my passions and specializations as a mom and therapist.  I recognize that the families who struggle with adoption issues are underserved and I want to use my professional and personal experience to provide help and hope. It is my deep desire to help others overcome their obstacles, achieve their goals, and realize their worth. I consider it a privilege to help others walk through a difficult time, reach their goals, or gain a fresh perspective on their current situation. I integrate multiple therapeutic theories and techniques in my approach to counseling, depending on the needs of the individual client. I believe healing best occurs in an open and judgment-free alliance between therapist and client.  I look forward to partnering with you to achieve your goals.

I am also the mom of three amazing kids.  My husband and I have been married for 25 years, have two sons and one daughter (via international adoption).  The experiences of raising my kids, military life, international adoption, and relationships I have made along the way, have taught me the most about life and who I am as a person.

Katie McDonald

Counseling has been, and continues to be, an important part of my life and a vital reason I am who I have become.  I chose counseling as a profession because I wanted to help others in the same way I have been helped over the years.  I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at the University of Texas at Austin in 2004 and a Master of Arts in Counseling at St. Edward’s University in 2016.

 I use a non-directive style, which means that my clients choose what is the most important thing in their lives to address in that moment.  I also use an non-judgemental, acceptance-based approach because when we feel the acceptance of others we are more able to put aside the harsh criticism we place on ourselves — and that is the first step towards change.

I use play therapy techniques with children – which is important because children lack the verbal language to tell us how they feel, so play becomes the language they use to process and communicate. I have also been blessed to be trained in EMDR, which is a wonderful technique to use with many client issues, most notably trauma and PTSD. Together, we create the space you need to develop new awareness, coping skills, and strategies. Contact me to begin the journey you deserve; to move through negative barriers towards self compassion, emotional wellness, and inner peace.

Yvonne Emil Elizondo

My passion for guiding clients through life’s personal, professional, and spiritual challenges stems from 25+ years as a transpersonal counselor, clinical mental health counselor (LPC-I), certified life coach, professional astrologer & certified hypnotherapist. I specialize in MBCT (mindfulness-based cognitive therapy), REBT (rational emotive behavioral therapy), EXT (existential therapy) & spiritual counseling interventions.

I assure a safe & confidential space for self-exploration and self-improvement. I use positive coping skills to reduce anxiety and depression, address self-imposing habits, maintain wellness and manage various disorders. Personalized treatment strategies include therapeutic interventions such as talk therapy, meditation, stress reduction, mind-body coherence, reframing negative thoughts, maximizing strengths and recreating self-negating stories. Clients also find visualization, hypnosis, ritual work, shamanic healing, dreamwork, and weekly activities helpful & therapeutic.

Learning new approaches and changing behaviors can be challenging. I am confident that you will learn healthy coping skills to improve your well-being and gain peace of mind. I hope you will allow me to guide you on your journey of self-improvement. For now, remember to breathe… support is available.

Lupe Garcia

I believe it is a privilege to partner with clients and help them navigate their lives. Whether they are struggling or are just ready to do things differently, they don’t have to do it alone. I enjoy meeting people where they are and providing a safe space for them to explore their thoughts and feelings in order to understand their situation better. Using my expertise gained over 17 years of counseling, I am honest and compassionate which allows others to be truthful with themselves as they work toward greater self-awareness, growth and self-acceptance.

I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship problems and family conflict. I specialize in working with couples & marriages, particularly those suffering from infidelity, relationship problems, communication and trust and betrayal issues. I also work with adults who are struggling with intergenerational family trauma, self-esteem and self-worth issues.

I utilize a systemic approach that views how we interact in a system (relationships) and how that affects us as well as a cognitive behavioral approach that views patterns of behaviors and thinking. I am Level II certified in Gottman methods and use them in my work with couples. I am also EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trained and use EMDR Therapy to help individuals process trauma, reduce anxiety, and desensitize triggers. I am bilingual and can provide services in Spanish for people who are more comfortable emoting in Spanish.

I look forward to working with you!

Melody Hawkins

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, my background and passion is working with those who have experienced trauma in their lives. There are many aspects of life of which we don’t have control. However, together we can begin to see how truly powerful our thought processes can be moving forward and finding peace. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My background particularly includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral concerns.  

I utilize client centered counseling, meaning that I believe we work together in different modalities to create a nurturing environment to help you achieve goals, including healing, rebuilding  your life, and increasing resiliency. I believe the best place to start is where you are and finding the individual strengths you already possess.  

My family plays a huge role in who I am. I have one son and have been married 9 years. I love finding moments of laughter, playing games, and running. Throughout every moment, there is a choice to be made and a perspective we get to choose. I am continuously inspired by the awareness, resilience, and strategies I have seen individuals learn and utilize to help them reach their goals.

I am excited to begin this journey with you!

Terrica Joseph

In life, there are “good” days and “today could have been better” days. We face challenges every day. Sometimes we breeze through the challenges but there are days when the challenges appear to breeze through us, knocking us down. I chose the counseling profession because of my desire to be that helping hand for those individuals who are struggling with life’s challenges. 

I’m a U.S. Army veteran, military spouse and a mother of 3 very different and interesting sons. I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I earned a Master of Arts in Counseling at Webster University in 2013 and a Master of Arts in Business Administration at Saint Leo University in 2009. Both have served me well, assisting my clients who face mental health or career transitional dilemmas.

My specialties include stress management, spiritual care, anger management, behavior modification and vocational counseling. My methodology is both person centered and holistic. With understanding and a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment, I assist my clients in their efforts to improve their quality of life. I offer my clients the patience, compassion and the understanding they need to achieve a healthy balance in life.

With a joyful heart, I welcome my clients and I look forward to assisting each of them on their diverse journey. 

Kristine Price

As a counselor for the last 13+ years, I make it my chief objective to provide care from a place of empathy, respect and compassion.

After working 14 years in the corporate accounting world, I realized my true calling was helping others instead of crunching numbers. I went back to school for an MEd in counseling and graduated from University of North Texas in 2007.

Using a multi-therapeutic, holistic approach which includes, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Christian Counseling, I will utilize the best modality to accommodate your needs and requests.

You will find that I operate from a genuine, non-judgmental platform. Whether you are struggling with relational conflict, depression, anxiety, an eating disorder, ADHD, as well as my specializations: substance abuse and sexual trauma, I will equip you with therapeutic tools to walk in freedom and with confidence. I look forward to working with you towards a place of wholeness.

I always say: “I will not pretend to know what it’s like to walk in your shoes, but I’ve got a pair just like ‘em!”

Samantha Pena

Greg Martin

Lauren Gage

Counseling can help with issues that affect our behaviors and relationships. I’m here to offer support during times of transition. Therapy involves a therapeutic alliance between therapist and client where we will explore your attachment style and how you perceive and relate to the world, other people, and yourself. We will set goals for treatment and create a plan to begin your journey of change. I love working with clients on challenging topics like grief and sexuality in an open-minded and judgment-free space. I am an ally to individuals in non-traditional relationships who may be facing issues related to nonmonogamy, polyamory, or kink. I also work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and who are recovering from trauma.

I graduated from St. Edward’s University with a Master of Arts in Counseling in 2010 and a Master of Arts in General Psychology from Northcentral University in 2015. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. I have worked adolescents and adults in higher education, providing career counseling and academic coaching in a college setting for 10 years. I facilitated children’s grief support groups and children’s divorce support groups for children ages 4-12 for two years. I completed my counseling practicum working with adolescents at a juvenile detention facility in central Texas.

I use an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring interventions to the client’s needs from Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT), attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness. ETT is an experiential form of therapy supported by scientific research. The emotional neural networks in the brain tend to de-consolidate during emotional experience, which opens them to change. New learning consolidates these networks to produce long-term change. In order to engage these neural networks in the brain, ETT uses a combination of interpersonal interaction, attachment theory, and color perception to affect the emotional state.

Dori Mackel

William Shakespeare once said, “we know what we are, but know not what we may be”. As a marriage and family therapist I have worked for over 12 years with children, teens and young adults helping them to see what they may be.  I employ a person-centered and solution focused approach. This means that I allow my clients to feel safe and heard while getting to the heart of the matter. As your therapist my goal is to empower you to overcome your personal obstacles, to improve your situation, relationships, and feelings towards yourself.

I graduated from Argosy University in 2008 with a master’s in clinical counseling and obtained my license as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a warm, caring and non-judgmental approach towards my clients and work collaboratively with them to create goals and overcome obstacles. We will use a variety of approaches; from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Play Therapy techniques to address patterns that are not working.

I’ve worked with hundreds of clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, aggression, autism spectrum disorder, and difficult life transitions. I have worked in a variety of settings from hospitals and clinics, to homes and schools. I approach each client as a unique individual with their own personal struggles. I will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals in therapy and in life.

I look forward to helping you to see the strengths you possess, achieve the goals you set, and discover what you may be! 

Lori Maze

Everyone needs help at some point in life.  Everyone needs hope and encouragement.  Everyone needs tools to handle the difficulties that come our way.

I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment that allows you to grow at your own pace.  My goal is to educate, encourage, and equip clients with the tools necessary to transform challenges into opportunities for growth, healing, and purpose.

I use a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, Strengths-Based, and Client-Centered approaches. I offer Biblical direction to clients who want to utilize their Christian faith in the therapy process. I start where you are.  Together, we will develop a plan that is specific to your needs, concerns, and goals. 

I graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign with a Masters in Social Work (MSW).  I have my clinical license in both Texas and Illinois (LCSW).  My background is in working with children and adolescents in the school setting, but I have experience in working with families and adults on a variety of issues, including communication, boundaries, relationships, grief/loss, and life transitions.

Change is a choice. If you choose progress, I look forward to partnering with you on your journey!

Jordan Shumway

Heather Beeman

Nell Anderson

Christine Lambrigger

Bryan Hutchison

Nancy Spence

Rebecca Essary

Mandi Salazar

Diane Watt

Sherry Betts

David Baugh

Samantha Roberts

Tina McGruder

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Jodie Aukerman, MSSW ,LMSW

My background is in alternative and traditional school settings and I love working with children and adolescents. I have worked with children, teens and young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress and social issues. I use a variety of modalities which include Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Miracle Question. We will start where you are and then work together in creating a plan that is specific to you and your goals. I am bicultural, as well as bilingual in English and Spanish.

I look forward to collaborating with you in order to achieve your goals!

Jodie Aukerman is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) under the clinical supervision of Larissa Gomez, LCSW-S.

Marissa Paape, MA , LPC- Associate

Meet Marissa Paape, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) boasting a Master’s Degree from West Texas A&M University.

In her therapeutic practice, Marissa envisions counseling as a collaborative expedition, forming a cohesive team with clients to establish a bedrock of trust. She places a high value on honesty and openness, recognizing their pivotal role in enhancing the efficacy of therapy.

Taking purposeful action is fundamental to Marissa’s approach. She is dedicated to assisting clients in defining and achieving their goals, ensuring tangible and desired outcomes. Throughout this collaborative process, Marissa provides steadfast encouragement, support, as well as clarity and guidance as needed.

Marissa’s therapeutic framework is grounded in existential theory and cognitive behavioral therapy, emphasizing the importance of discovering meaning and purpose in life. Certified in TF-CBT (trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy), she acknowledges the uniqueness of each individual, tailoring her approach to meet their specific needs.

With a diverse background working with kids, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, Marissa brings a wealth of experience to her practice. Fluent in Spanish, she is capable of providing services in both English and Spanish, catering to a broader audience.

For those in search of a therapist who actively collaborates, committed to their well-being, Marissa looks forward to the prospect of working together. It’s worth noting that she is under the supervision of Brandy Mounts, PhD, LPC-S. Embark on this journey towards growth and healing with Marissa by your side!

Iliana Rodriguez, MA, LPC

Meet Iliana Rodriguez, a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor committed to fostering positive change and personal growth. With a wealth of experience working with a diverse range of individuals, Iliana provides a welcoming and safe space for clients from all walks of life.

Using trauma-informed and strength-based approaches, Iliana integrates various treatment modalities to tailor therapy to the unique needs and goals of each individual. Whether working with children, adults, teens, couples, or families, Iliana brings expertise in addressing a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, and life transitions.

In Iliana’s view, therapy is a collaborative journey focused on the individual, emphasizing freedom and healing through self-exploration. Believing in the inherent resilience of each person, Iliana guides clients to discover and embrace their own strengths, fostering positive and lasting changes in their lives.

Through years of experience, Iliana has witnessed the transformative power of introspection, reflection, and self-awareness. By helping clients navigate their past, present, and future, Iliana empowers individuals to feel inspired and in control of their well-being.

If you are seeking a therapeutic relationship that values your unique journey and fosters self-exploration, Iliana Rodriguez is here for you. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to explore the possibility of working together. Iliana looks forward to accompanying you on this meaningful journey of self-discovery and growth.

Lauren Myers, MS, LMFT- Associate

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Associate, I am dedicated to helping individuals, adolescents, couples, and families unlock their potential. Counseling is a space where you can learn new skills, gain self-awareness, and cultivate the resilience needed to face life’s challenges.

I work with you to understand your unique experiences and perspectives. I believe that counseling is not just about addressing current issues, but also about empowering individuals and families to achieve their goals. Through a compassionate and client-centered approach I aim to teach you new skills that promote personal growth and development. I work from a Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy approach to help you explore the stories that shape your experience and provide insight into your strengths and resilience. I help you build solutions and work towards the future.

I also work collaboratively with couples to understand your relationship dynamics and communication patterns. I strive to help couples navigate communication challenges, foster understanding, and enhance connection. I offer support for you in creating a healthier and more fulfilling relationship, increasing intimacy, and strengthening your bond. 

Lauren Myers is supervised by Lupe Garcia, LPC-S, LMFT-S

Jessica Moore, MA, LPC-Associate

Embark on a transformative journey towards positive change with Jessica Moore, LPC-Associate, and unlock your potential for growth. Jessica offers a personalized and tailored approach to counseling, recognizing the uniqueness of each individual. By combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with evidence-based modalities, she crafts a therapeutic experience specifically designed to meet your specific needs.

Jessica is dedicated to providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for navigating life’s challenges. Specializing in anxiety, depression, PTSD, relational issues, divorce, co-parenting, and life transitions, she works closely with adolescents and adults. Jessica’s personal journey in counseling is not just a profession but a passion, supported by her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Midwestern State University (2023).

Beyond counseling, Jessica finds joy in family time with her husband and three boys, accompanied by two dogs, two cats, and a snake. A nature enthusiast, she aims to explore every National Park, having already ticked off 10, with 53 more to go!

As an LPC-Associate under the supervision of Krystal Humphreys, PhD, LPC-S, Jessica warmly welcomes you to join her on a transformative journey where positive change is not just a goal but a reality. Take the first step towards unlocking your potential and experiencing a more fulfilling and empowered life with Jessica by your side.

Denise Garza, MS, LPC

Denise is passionate about normalizing mental health care and making it accessible for everyone. She is experienced in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. She is also EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) trained and utilizes this technique to help folks process trauma, reduce anxiety, and more. She believes in building relationships and empowering her clients to create the growth and change they seek.

“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.” -Neil Gaiman

Krystal Whipple, MSW, LCSW

Krystal Whipple is an amazing LCSW who has been working in psychotherapy since 2018. She graduated from BYU-Idaho with a bachelor’s in social work in 2006 followed by obtaining her Masters in Social Work with a specialty in Child Welfare from ASU in 2008. Krystal has been a leader and help train and develop psychotherapists in Nevada before she moved to Texas. Krystal is trained in a multitude of therapeutic techniques that include but are not limited to: play therapy interventions, DBT, CBT, and person-centered approach. She has a variety of experiences that make her an exceptional clinician. Krystal has a wealth of experience working with children and families that have involvement with the department of family services and those affected by a traumatic life experience. Additionally, she has worked in the school setting providing a great deal of knowledge and resources to our team and clients who require support with school base needs/interventions. Krystal is a hard worker, amazing advocate for those she serves, and is a great support to others in the office.