Pantego, TX Local Support & Community Resources

Janelle Alford is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with a wealth of experience guiding young children and adults through recovery from complex trauma. With a special focus on children aged 2-4, she utilizes play therapy, expressive arts, and trauma-focused modalities to create a safe and nurturing environment for healing. Janelle is a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified Animal-Assisted Play Therapist, often accompanied by her therapy dog and cat, fostering a comforting atmosphere for her clients. She expertly integrates techniques such as SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Therapy) and humanistic approaches to address individual needs, particularly for those dealing with trauma and PTSD. Janelle is also trained in HRV biofeedback, enhancing self-regulation and chronic stress management for clients of all ages. Her practice is committed to supporting children in foster or adoptive settings, as well as individuals seeking to overcome complex trauma challenges. Janelle's compassionate approach ensures each client receives tailored support in healing journeys.

Gloriann Connor is a seasoned Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience. She has worked with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Groups across diverse settings, including military, non-profit community programs, and faith-based organizations. Gloriann specializes in guiding individuals through challenges related to grief, loss, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. She offers support to couples navigating marital distress, infidelity, and domestic violence, while also facilitating groups for those caught in cycles of domestic violence. Gloriann earned her Bachelor's Degree in Speech Communication from California State University, Los Angeles, and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Marital and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. In her therapeutic approach, she emphasizes building on clients’ inherent strengths and fostering resilience. Gloriann is dedicated to helping clients develop essential skills like conflict resolution, forgiveness, problem solving, crisis management, healthy boundaries, and anger management.

Kendra Hockaday, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MA, LPC), understands that many individuals feel overwhelmed by their thoughts and emotions, but she believes it doesn’t have to be that way. She holds a steadfast conviction that everyone possesses the capability to navigate through life's challenges and reach their fullest potential. Kendra emphasizes that one’s experiences do not define them; it's up to the individual to create their identity. Her goal is to empower clients with the skills needed to achieve stability, build confidence, and cultivate joy and satisfaction in life. With a particular passion for guiding individuals in transitional phases, Kendra has a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced during adolescence and early adulthood, as well as during unexpected life changes. Employing a collaborative approach, she focuses on learning about her clients' worlds, addressing their specific goals, and reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Kendra is dedicated to helping each client discover their inner resilience, encouraging them to take meaningful steps toward becoming their best selves, tailored to their own personal vision for success. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Somatic approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR, ensuring a supportive and eclectic environment for individual therapy.