Clinical Director/Psychotherapist

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I found my passion in helping others when I learned the hard truth and struggles about my grandmother. Before I was born, my grandmother struggled with depression and attempted to take her life twice. Had she completed either time, I would have missed out on knowing one of the most amazing women in my life. She was so incredibly strong and did for others every chance she got. It blew my mind to be told what had gone on inside this unbelievable driving force in my life. I decided then I needed to help those who have lost hope find it again.

I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice along with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Texas A&M- Commerce. I have 10 years of experience treating eating disorders, substance use disorders, personality disorders, self harm, suicidal ideations and general mood disorders with all populations.

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I started college with the intention of majoring in nursing, but once I took my first psychology class, I knew I had to switch! Since then I have graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling from Texas A&M University-Commerce.  

Supervisor: Nimisha Patel, LCSW, RD

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I have had a love for people and animals since childhood and attribute this to the incredible women in my family.  In many ways they were ahead of their times and beautiful caretakers.  I am grateful to have learned how to love others through service allowing me the privilege of doing this wonderful work.

I graduated from North Texas State University now University of North Texas with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1987 and worked in mental health and social services for many years before going back to school.  I received a master’s degree in Social Work from Texas A&M Commerce in 2007.  Having had experience in social services and life my graduate degree was delightful.  I can remember wanting to clap during class as we talked about social justice and advocacy.  Truly a life changing process for me! I have over 30 years’ experience in social services and mental health treatment and am still continuing to learn about the human condition daily.

Supervisor: Donald Cook, LPC-S, LCDC

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I come from a background deeply rooted in a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. Growing up, I was always drawn to understanding the complexities of human behavior and how people can heal and grow through support and connection. This curiosity led me to pursue a career in counseling.

I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Brandman University, and then earned my Masters in Counseling from West Texas A&M University. My journey has shaped my approach to therapy, making it both compassionate and grounded in real-world experience.

Supervisor: Frances “Fran” DeArman, MS, LPC, C-PD

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As a child of immigrants, I grew up with the idea of mental health being dismissed. It wasn’t until I started therapy as a teenager that I finally felt like someone “got it”, and now I am ready to pay it forward. I am passionate about collaboration and helping people learn about themselves. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in biology with a focus on pre-health professions, but it was my coursework in psychology and religious studies that drove my passion. I pivoted away from medicine and into counseling, and am in the final year of my Master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Texas at Dallas.

Supervisor: Frances “Fran” DeArman, MS, LPC, C-PD

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From a young age, I knew I was meant to be in a helping profession. I’m originally from Niceville, Florida, but growing up in a military family meant frequent moves, which allowed me to meet people from all walks of life and experience a variety of cultures. Through this exposure, I noticed a universal truth—mental health challenges exist everywhere, and the need for compassionate, accessible support is present in every corner of the world. 

This realization guided me to pursue a career in mental health. I earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology from Auburn University, with minors in Counseling and Italian Studies, and I am currently continuing my journey by pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Auburn as well. My path has been shaped by a strong desire to understand people deeply and help them navigate the challenges that may be holding them back. 

Supervisor: Frances “Fran” DeArman, MS, LPC, C-PD

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I have always been a collector of stories—those passed down through family, captured in art, or lived quietly between cultures. As the child of refugees, born and raised in Oslo, Norway, I learned early what it meant to feel “out of place” in many spaces at once. Those experiences shaped my deep curiosity about people, identity, and meaning, and planted the seed for my desire to walk alongside others as they navigate life’s complexities.

I began my professional journey as a social worker in Norway and later found myself building a new life in Houston, Texas. As I continued my education in the United States, I pursued a second bachelor’s degree in psychology and am now in my final year of a master’s program in clinical mental health counseling.

Supervisor: Frances “Fran” DeArman, MS, LPC, C-PD

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I realized my path of becoming a counselor while volunteering with children in the foster care system and later working in the public school system. The resilience in the face of extreme struggle that I saw in the kids and teens I spent time with inspired me to be someone who could help people live boldly despite their personal hardships.  Growing up, I was always drawn to stories, reading them, watching them, and eventually telling them. I have applied this creative bent to counseling in that I believe we are all the main characters of our own story; sometimes, you just need some help to see that. 

I am in the final chapter of my graduate school journey to obtain a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Texas this May.