Counseling Outlook
Your days are full and your time is important. Sometimes, sifting through your emotions is hard to do on your own. If you’re feeling confused about your feelings, it’s always best to find clarity, Setting Apart time for yourself or for your teen can make a difference in the ways you approach finding solutions to manage difficult challenges or relationships in your lives.
Everyone experiences some sort of hardship, trauma, conflict, or setback at one time or another in their life. Sometimes we seem to handle these distressing situations and events with ease, and sometimes we seem a little lost, misunderstood, or like we can't quite keep our head above water. I can help!
Recognizing you need help is the first step towards healing. Asking for help is the next step and that takes courage, strength and vulnerability. I welcome you to opening the door and stepping through the threshold of change and new insight. Together, we will uncover long-standing behavior patterns or negative thinking that may be preventing you from experiencing a more fulfilling life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, and families, specializing in Trauma, Stress, Anxiety/Depression, Grief, ADHD, and Relationship Issues.
I'm Susan!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 40 years of experience working in education, 15 years as a school counselor and 12 years as a professional counselor. I started my private practice in 2019. I am a graduate of North Texas State University and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a minor in Special Education and two Masters Degrees from Amberton University; Professional and School Counseling. I have an extensive understanding of ADHD, trauma, and social-emotional health and have worked with diverse populations giving me a unique insight into the needs of children, teens and young adults along with the obstacles they face in school environments and in life. Feel free to ask me any questions about my background and qualifications.
SERVICES
I am trained in EMDR therapy. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders, which helps people find relief from stress. This healing happens by getting to the root cause, resolving negative core beliefs, replacing them with healthier thinking patterns. I also have a wealth of experience with ADHD and social-emotional health. My focus is on adolescents and adults. I have a background in elementary, secondary, and special education enhancing my overall counseling experience. Contact me to find out more about my practice.