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Emily Lash is a compassionate and skilled licensed professional counselor associate dedicated to promoting mental and emotional health as crucial elements of well-being. She understands that individuals desire to live lives filled with peace, fulfillment, and joy, but often face barriers that disrupt this balance. When psychological health is compromised, it can affect every aspect of life. Emily works with adolescents (11+) and adults who may find themselves struggling with grief, persistent worry and anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, harmful thoughts or behaviors, conflicts in relationships, stress related to work or school, or a quest for meaning and purpose. As a counselor at LifeSpring Behavioral Health, she integrates psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and logotherapy to foster self-awareness, empowering clients to confront their challenges with courage and confidence. Emily believes in addressing the mind, body, and spirit together, guiding her clients toward healing and renewed strength. They do not have to carry their burdens alone; with Emily's support, clients can give their mental health the attention it deserves and embark on a journey toward true healing. She feels honored to help individuals navigate their path to wellness and encourages individuals to explore whether her counseling approach aligns with their needs.

Sabrina Stone is a devoted Christian counselor with a passion for aiding individuals in navigating through the complexities of life. She creates a welcoming atmosphere where clients can confront and work through their challenges. Her primary goal is to guide her clients in practicing self-kindness and discovering joy in their lives. Sabrina earned her Master's degree in counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary and has received extensive training in trauma care, particularly through a narrative approach. Additionally, she is skilled in Restoration Therapy, which emphasizes the importance of self-regulation. The essence of Sabrina's work lies in helping clients comprehend the comprehensive story of their lives, recognizing that they are shaped by all their experiences. By contextualizing these experiences, she believes in the potential for healing, peace, and joy in the present.

Giovanni Valdivia is a compassionate LPC Associate dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of modern life. This past year has posed significant challenges for many, including job insecurity, anxiety, and the quest for the best choices for families. For those grappling with such feelings, seeking the guidance of a counselor can provide valuable support. Giovanni understands how the pressures from the outside world and the internal demands we impose upon ourselves can lead to exhaustion and strained relationships with loved ones. His approach is patient and tailored, allowing clients to learn and practice effective strategies at their own pace, empowering them on their journey. Though the path to emotional well-being may present difficulties, Giovanni is committed to guiding clients towards a destination of peace, comfort, and strength. As a bilingual licensed professional counselor associate, he is equipped to address these inherent challenges in both English and Spanish. Giovanni looks forward to providing meaningful support as clients take their first steps towards renewed hope and resilience.

Anne Causey, M.A., is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals through challenges related to anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. For those who often feel overwhelmed—like daily tasks seem insurmountable, and a relentless cloud of anxiety and self-doubt looms—Anne offers a compassionate approach to therapy. She understands the hidden pain that many carry and the feelings of shame that often accompany feelings of inadequacy. In her sessions, clients find a safe haven where they can face their struggles openly and work towards a hopeful future. With Anne’s expert guidance, clients can expect to receive empathy, insightful wisdom, and effective strategies that empower them to emerge from the shadows and embrace the life they’ve always envisioned. Imagine waking up with renewed hope, ready to tackle life's challenges with confidence. It is Anne’s privilege to be part of this transformative journey towards self-acceptance and fulfillment.

Nicole Suarez-Bronfman is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist who works with adults, adolescents, and families. Her areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, disordered eating and eating disorders, perfectionism, and family conflict. Known for her particular affinity for working with adolescents and millennials as they navigate the transition to adulthood, Nicole prioritizes building trusting relationships and creating an environment where clients feel truly seen and heard. She is dedicated to providing a nonjudgmental and safe space for clients, embracing all identities, including the LGBTQIA+ community. Proficient in Spanish, she serves many bilingual adults and families. With over fifteen years of clinical experience, Nicole earned her Masters of Social Work from Florida State University in 2006. Fully licensed in Texas, she is trained in several modalities, including EMDR and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her therapeutic approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and inclusive, as she walks alongside clients facing life's challenges, helping them to break free from unhealthy patterns. Nicole's guiding principles encompass connection, curiosity, vulnerability, acceptance, and compassion for both self and others. She is ready to support individuals on their journey toward personal growth.

Laura Marie Alper, a dedicated Drug & Alcohol Counselor with an MA and LCDC, understands the complexities of addiction and chronic relapse. Having experienced recovery from her own struggles, she is profoundly passionate about guiding individuals toward hope and a transformative new way of living, free from the isolation that addiction often brings. By fostering internal motivation for positive life changes and enhancing self-awareness, Laura helps clients gain insight into their addictive patterns, create meaning and purpose in their lives, and ultimately learn to thrive. With extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders and clients engaged in the criminal justice system, she also has a background in prevention, having educated youth and families about alcohol and drugs, family dynamics, and parenting. For those seeking support, Laura is ready to help you or your loved ones navigate the journey of recovery, where healing begins.

Joshua Marlar, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, understands the emotional turmoil that can arise in intimate relationships. He recognizes the painful questions that can plague individuals, such as feelings of disconnection, loneliness, and frustration in their marriages. Joshua empathizes with those who wonder if they still love their partner or are simply cohabiting as roommates. He assures clients that they are not alone and that hope is very much within reach. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of their relationships, whether through addressing infidelity or rekindling the lost passion. As an emotionally focused therapist, Joshua utilizes the highly regarded Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which is celebrated for its effectiveness and thoroughly backed by research according to the American Psychological Association. He invites those ready to embark on a journey of healing and connection to join him, promising that while the path may not always be easy, it leads to profound transformations and a renewed sense of peace.

Maritza Mata is a dedicated advocate for working with all marginalized populations. As a minority, she possesses deep empathy for experiences related to micro-aggressions, discrimination, intergenerational trauma, and other forms of oppression. Maritza finds fulfillment in assisting clients who recognize a need for change and welcomes the challenge of working towards goals that may initially seem unclear. She firmly believes that everyone is the expert of their own lives, capable of identifying the struggles they have faced. Operating from a Person-Centered approach, she trusts that the individuals who seek her guidance are capable of self-directed growth. With empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity, Maritza fosters an environment where clients can enhance their self-worth, develop trust in themselves, and embrace the exploration of life. Understanding that therapy may present unique challenges for each person, Maritza draws from her own experiences as a recipient of therapy to create a comforting atmosphere that allows individuals the safe space necessary to heal from trauma.

Marianne Mccarthy, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), has been dedicated to guiding and supporting individuals since 2006 in overcoming significant psychological barriers related to severe mental health concerns and situational issues. With a deep understanding of the individualized needs of her clients, she crafts unique therapeutic approaches tailored to each person. Marianne is well-trained in a variety of modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method, among others. She works with adults, elders, couples, and families, embracing every opportunity as a privilege to establish a trusting therapeutic relationship that promotes wellness. Marianne specializes in addressing mood disorders, personality disorders, behavioral issues, and a wide range of associated challenges such as anxiety, PTSD, grief, and relationship problems. She recognizes that finding the right fit is essential; therefore, she offers a complimentary 30-minute consultation to help clients make informed choices about their mental health journey.

Paula McDonald-Neely, LCSW, PLLC, is a highly skilled clinical social worker and therapist who offers individual, couples, and family therapy. Her client-centered approach incorporates a variety of techniques and intervention strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Whether clients are dealing with long-standing challenges or recent obstacles, Paula is committed to paving a path that helps them not only overcome their difficulties but also thrive in their lives. Her expansive professional experience encompasses key areas such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Teen/Adolescent Mental Health, and Family Therapy, including Marriage Counseling, Divorce Recovery, and Co-Parenting strategies. Additionally, she provides specialized support in Anger Management, Substance Abuse Recovery, Domestic Violence Intervention, and Life Changes/Transition Counseling. Paula invites individuals and families to start their journey toward living their best lives now.

Jennifer Metzler, a Licensed Professional Counselor with an MEd, LMFT, and LPC, understands that seeking marriage, child, or family therapy can be a daunting task. However, she brings hopeful news: progress is possible, relationships can heal, and families can find functionality again. With her extensive training in various therapeutic modalities, including Gottman Method Couple Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jennifer is adept at helping clients develop effective strategies to heal emotional wounds, process conflicts, establish boundaries, and foster closeness. Her approach centers around the specific needs of her clients, striving to find tailored solutions for their unique concerns. Jennifer assists her clients in validating their feelings and needs within significant relationships, guiding them through communication challenges, career pressures, educational hurdles, infidelity, personality differences, emotional distance, intimacy issues, conflicts, stressful schedules, divorce, grief, step-families, and parenting challenges. With a background in education and years of experience in couple and family therapy, she is dedicated to building strong families and relationships. Moreover, Jennifer provides Christian counseling for clients wishing to integrate their faith and biblical principles into their therapeutic journey, ensuring that treatment is customized to meet the unique dynamics of each family.

Lauren Mills is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is dedicated to guiding clients towards a more fulfilling and balanced life. Known for her engaging and challenging therapeutic approach, Lauren supports individuals overwhelmed by life's challenges or struggling to overcome obstacles. She listens attentively to her clients' concerns while equipping them with practical skills to navigate their difficulties. Providing a non-judgmental and safe space, Lauren works with a diverse clientele including adults, couples, adolescents, and children aged 8 and older. Her extensive experience encompasses issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Body Image Disorders, Perfectionism, PTSD, Stress Management, Family Concerns, Self-Esteem, Life Changes, and overall wellness—gained in part from her valuable work at New Dimensions Day Treatment Center. Lauren strives to make therapy not just effective, but comfortable and relatable, often including humor and pop culture references to foster an enjoyable session. With a focus on making therapy easily accessible, she offers prospective clients a free, no-obligation 15-minute phone consultation to address any questions they may have.

Jesse Moller, MA, LCSW, is a skilled Clinical Social Worker and therapist who specializes in guiding couples to de-escalate patterns of conflict and strengthen their emotional bonds. Utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Jesse has seen remarkable success over the past decade, even with couples facing significant distress such as divorce discussions or infidelity. Furthermore, Jesse provides individual counseling for men, addressing various challenges, including depression, anxiety, and problematic sexual behaviors. Each session with Jesse presents an opportunity for clients to explore their relationships through a fresh lens. Rather than providing direct advice, Jesse choreographs sessions, enabling couples to collaborate in innovative ways. In individual therapy, Jesse incorporates mindfulness and values-directed actions, empowering clients to foster positive life changes. Through this work, Jesse has witnessed the profound healing ability of close connections, emphasizing that love, comfort, security, and companionship are vital needs met within our most cherished relationships.