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Decatur, TX

Decatur, TX

Decatur, Texas, embodies a welcoming small-town atmosphere, fostering community spirit amidst its scenic landscapes. With a vibrant local economy centered on agriculture, healthcare, and retail, residents benefit from affordable housing and accessible amenities, enhancing overall quality of life. However, as with many growing communities, residents may experience mental health challenges, influenced by factors such as job stress, family dynamics, and the demands of a changing environment. Decatur's commitment to well-being is reflected in its array of mental health resources, offering comprehensive support for various conditions including depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. Individuals can access outpatient services, therapy, and telehealth options, promoting better mental well-being alongside physical health. With a strong network of dedicated professionals, Decatur stands ready to support its residents in navigating mental health challenges, making it essential for individuals to explore the range of available services outlined in this directory.

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Paul Edward Thompson

Paul Edward Thompson

Decatur, TX
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSED
Paul Edward Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience in the field. He has had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, addressing a wide array of challenges including depression, trauma, and PTSD. Paul's primary goal in counseling is to foster positive change, and his success lies in his adaptability and openness when connecting with individuals, groups, or families. He is attentive to identifying current issues and their historical contexts, employing an eclectic therapy approach that utilizes various modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, among others. His extensive experience spans multiple settings including treatment centers for substance abuse, psychiatric hospitals, and private practice. Regardless of the context, Paul believes in the uniqueness of each individual, ensuring that his therapeutic methods are tailored to meet their specific needs.
Specialties
Alcohol/Drug Use Depression PTSD/Trauma
Jeri Kay Kao

Jeri Kay Kao

Decatur, TX
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Jeri Kay Kao, a Licensed Professional Counselor, brings compassion and expertise to her practice, offering support to teenagers, adults, and elders facing life's challenges. With a focus on trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, and dissociative disorders, Jeri utilizes an array of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She believes in fostering a nurturing environment where individuals can explore their experiences through various approaches such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Jeri's strength-based perspective and attachment-focused techniques allow her to work effectively with individuals and couples alike, helping them navigate their journeys toward healing and relational harmony.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Lindys Legacy

Lindys Legacy

Decatur, TX
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Lindys Legacy is a dedicated psychologist with a PsyD and a master's degree in forensic/legal psychology, committed to helping individuals navigate complex and challenging life circumstances. She believes that these challenges, while formidable, can be overcome with the right support and intervention. Upon entering therapy with her, clients will find a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment, allowing them to share their experiences openly. Dr. Legacy employs effective, research-supported interventions to help ease distress and address the perplexities and hardships affecting one's mind, body, and spirit. Her work focuses on targeting past, present, and future adversities, aiming to cultivate healthy self-esteem, hope, meaning, purpose, and freedom in her clients' lives. With extensive experience working with adults and adolescents in community and inpatient settings, she specializes in facilitating the healing of the psyche from deep emotional injuries resulting from various forms of trauma. Dr. Legacy carefully considers the significant impact of thoughts, attitudes, behaviors, and entrenched personality traits that may contribute to ongoing personal and relational difficulties, ensuring a holistic approach to mental health care.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma

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