Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling is led by a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor with credentials that include a Master’s degree in Counseling. Specializing in family conflict, child development, and relationship issues, they have dedicated their practice to supporting individuals across various life stages—from preteens and children to teens, adults, and elders. With expertise in a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and family systems therapy, Brighter Possibilities emphasizes strength-based methods that encourage personal growth and family harmony. Their commitment to nurturing relationships and fostering understanding makes them a trusted partner in the journey towards healing and resilience.

Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling PLLC provides a compassionate environment for those navigating the difficulties of anxiety, anger, and sadness. This Licensed Professional Counselor understands that clients may feel trapped in negative cycles, unsure of how to evolve into the best versions of themselves. Through an engaging and supportive approach, Brighter guides individuals, couples, and families in fostering positive and long-lasting change. By discovering strengths and exceptional moments, clients can articulate their hopes and define the potential for the change they desire. Utilizing techniques such as Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing, Brighter is dedicated to walking alongside clients on their paths to peace and sustained growth. Eager to embark on this journey of healing and development, Brighter welcomes the opportunity to support each client's unique path forward.

Dr. William Billingsley is a highly respected Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of professional experience across diverse practice settings. He has successfully worked with all age groups, employing a range of treatment and assessment modalities tailored to individual needs. An experienced educator, Dr. Billingsley has taught both Psychopathology and Psychotherapy at the university level, further enhancing his expertise. Currently, he focuses his practice on providing consultation and psychotherapy specifically for adults, ensuring a compassionate and effective therapeutic environment.

Christine Nickerson is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor with a focus on helping individuals navigate the complexities of life's journey. She understands that the road to self-discovery can often feel overwhelming, and she aims to empower her clients to take control of their lives. With expertise in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, Christine addresses a variety of challenges, including coping skills, trauma and PTSD, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and the impact of poor communication styles. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in an eclectic mix of methods, emphasizing solution-focused and person-centered strategies. Collaboratively, she helps her clients tackle the barriers that prevent them from living their best lives, whether through processing past trauma, developing new coping skills, or engaging in deep self-exploration. Her counseling style is characterized by warmth and openness, creating a thoughtful and safe therapeutic space that encourages insight and direction.

Meet Christine Sommer Robinson, a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible mental health care. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, she understands that the hustle and bustle of life can hinder individuals from seeking the support they deserve. Therefore, she offers evening appointments to accommodate busy schedules and accepts a range of insurance plans. Christine specializes in working with adults aged 18 and older, employing a variety of evidence-based techniques tailored to meet each client's unique needs. Her areas of expertise include addressing depression, anxiety, and self-esteem, among other concerns. At Sommer White Counseling, Christine firmly believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to access quality mental health services, making her practice a welcoming option for those navigating their mental health journeys.

Odette Tomlinson is a licensed professional counselor (LPC-S) and a trauma-focused therapist (TFT-DX) who believes in the power of a nurturing and positive therapeutic relationship. She understands that through this connection, clients can explore the root causes of depression, anxiety, and life dissatisfaction. Odette guides her clients toward reshaping their sense of self, fostering feelings of confidence, peace, and hope. She affirms that change often arises from conflict and that healing begins in a safe environment. In her practice, she cultivates a secure space for clients to explore both their internal and external conflicts, progressing together toward meaningful change. As a strength-based, trauma-informed therapist, Odette recognizes that each individual is the expert of their own life and that they are doing their absolute best. Together, they will identify existing patterns and those they wish to transform, developing specific skills to find meaning, peace, and balance in life. Odette appreciates the vulnerability involved in asking for help and sees it as a privilege to enter someone’s internal world, witnessing their struggles and triumphs. She finds it truly honorable to hear each client’s unique story.

Elma Alejandra Garza is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with over ten years of experience in the field of counseling. She strives to create a therapeutic environment that is safe, supportive, and confidential, allowing individuals, families, and couples to address their mental wellness issues effectively. Utilizing an eclectic mix of counseling approaches such as Cognitive, Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychoanalysis, and Psychodynamic Therapy, Elma tailors her methods to meet the unique needs of her clients. When appropriate, she also integrates Christian Counseling into her practice. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Elma ensures accessibility in her sessions. Additionally, she provides various services including Immigration letters, Social and Home Studies, Supervised Visitations, and Court Testimony.

Paul Cherry is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping adults who feel cynical, hopeless, and burnt out from the relentless cycles of addiction, distraction, and malaise. Many clients may have come close to giving up but still cling to the hope of finding an alternative path out of their struggles. For those dealing with shame, regret, or crises resulting in depression, anxiety, and issues in personal and professional relationships, Paul is an ally who encourages them to break free from destructive, repetitive patterns. His empathetic approach, characterized by deep listening, assists clients in uncovering the core behaviors and beliefs that prevent them from fully experiencing their authentic selves. By incorporating techniques from Existential, Humanist, Alderian, and Reality-Choice Theories, Paul helps individuals embrace their present experiences and navigate their healing journey. His ultimate goal is to empower clients to rediscover their sense of self and purpose, facilitating the joy of living, whether for the first time or anew. Paul is committed to being a compassionate and affirming presence, ensuring that every client feels important, welcomed, and celebrated just as they are, free from judgment.

Paola Gordillo is a compassionate therapist specializing in providing therapy in Spanish, with a deep understanding of Hispanic, Latina, Chicana, and immigrant cultures. Her mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where individuals feel understood and empowered to enact positive changes in their lives while nurturing hope for the future. Paola's therapeutic approach emphasizes strengths, solution-focused techniques, resiliency, and self-compassion, guiding her clients towards the future they wish to create. She believes that everything one is experiencing can be healed, encouraging all to embrace themselves with love and take the courageous step toward therapy.

Mitch Gray is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) who offers compassionate support to adults and elders navigating the complexities of modern life. Recognizing that today’s challenges, from technology to social media pressures, can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, Mitch provides a safe and encouraging space for his clients to explore their personal struggles. With expertise spanning various therapy types—including trauma-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and experiential therapy—he helps clients uncover the root causes of their stress and discover their true selves. Mitch's multifaceted approach to therapy is rooted in humanistic and solution-focused principles, empowering individuals to become the drivers of their own lives. If someone is feeling stuck, Mitch invites them to take the courageous step toward change, assuring them that they don’t have to face their challenges alone. His commitment to culturally sensitive therapy makes him an ideal partner for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their paths forward.

Lynne Percival is a dedicated therapist and drug & alcohol counselor who understands the challenges many people face as they navigate their lives. She recognizes that individuals can find themselves waking up one day feeling lost, wondering how they lost a sense of self. Lynne believes that engaging in authentic, nonjudgmental conversations can be an incredibly effective way to create a roadmap for personal growth and recovery. With her belief in the inherent power within each individual, she helps clients dust off their inner resources or acquire new skills that empower them. As an ex-volunteer firefighter/EMT, Lynne has a deep passion for supporting people, especially those in caregiving and volunteer roles, who often sacrifice their own well-being while caring for others. She emphasizes that change is always possible and that therapy can open new doors to possibilities previously thought unattainable. Lynne works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, including adolescents and adult children. To ensure accessibility, she offers a limited percentage of appointments at low or no cost, demonstrating her commitment to making therapy available for everyone. With flexible scheduling options, including days, nights, and weekends, Lynne is dedicated to providing compassionate support to her clients.

Wellness Plus Counseling Services is led by an experienced Psychotherapist and Life Coach dedicated to providing exemplary treatment for individuals through a holistic approach. They offer support and guidance as clients navigate everyday stressors impacting their well-being, while uncovering their strength and resilience. Emotions serve as valuable data, providing signals for self-checking to ensure needs are being met. This empowering process respects clients' unique values and beliefs, requiring commitment to embrace the uncomfortable aspects of personal growth. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Texas and Virginia, Wellness Plus Counseling Services assists clients in working through intrusive thoughts and challenging experiences that affect them today. Utilizing a variety of proven therapeutic techniques, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, they aid individuals in revealing their full potential and addressing barriers to growth. Clients are invited to explore the possibilities of successfully overcoming current challenges. With a focus on understanding how thoughts and beliefs influence actions, services are provided in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Clients can come as they are and leave with a renewed perspective on the therapeutic journey.

Emily Hanson, LPC, LCDC, is a dedicated licensed professional counselor who understands the complexities of modern life. She recognizes that exciting events involving family, friends, and work aspirations often clash with personal needs, creating a myriad of challenges. With her compassionate approach, she encourages individuals to take a 'time out' to assess the many facets of their lives that contribute to both excitement and stress. Emily firmly believes that everyone possesses the innate ability to reinvent themselves. In today’s world, where information is overwhelming, she helps her clients discern what is valid, guiding them on a transformative journey toward a new path for change. Emily works with diverse populations aged 18 and older who may feel hurt, confused, stuck, or troubled—any of the barriers that can hinder one’s highest potential. She finds great fascination in exploring each person's unique journey and invites individuals to travel it together with her. Emily also offers a special rate for students and provides a limited percentage of low-cost appointments, reflecting her commitment to accessibility in mental health support.