Hi there! My name is Megan, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a proud native Texan. I graduated with a Master's in Professional Counseling from Texas State University in 2013, specializing in Community Counseling. Since then, I have dedicated over 10 years to working with adults, providing therapy to address a broad range of issues. These include chronic mental health conditions, substance use and abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, relationship issues, unhealthy relationship patterns, and intergenerational trauma. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping individuals navigate complex life challenges and work toward lasting change. I am particularly passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and have substantial experience advocating for and working with individuals in this population, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve. My experience spans a variety of settings, including both community mental health environments and private practice. In these roles, I have had the opportunity to work one-on-one with clients as well as facilitate group therapy sessions, helping individuals connect with one another, share experiences, and build supportive relationships. In my work, my primary goal is to help you resolve long-standing symptoms and underlying issues that may be hindering your ability to fully heal and thrive. I believe in a compassionate, holistic approach, integrating both therapeutic techniques and genuine empathy to address the whole person. My aim is to support you in overcoming challenges, building resilience, and finding peace so that you can move forward with confidence and a renewed sense of well-being. Together, we will explore the roots of your difficulties and develop effective strategies for healing and growth.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In your first counseling session, we’ll start by building a safe and trusting environment. I’ll ask about your current concerns, goals, and any relevant history to better understand your unique experience. This session is an opportunity for you to share your story, and for us to explore the challenges you're facing. Together, we’ll discuss your goals for therapy and begin to establish a plan for healing and growth. You’ll leave feeling heard, understood, and with a sense of direction for the journey ahead, knowing you have support every step of the way.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a counselor lie in my compassionate, holistic approach and my deep commitment to supporting clients through their unique challenges. With over 10 years of experience, I’ve developed the ability to truly connect with individuals, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they feel heard and understood. My background in Community Counseling and experience in both private practice and community mental health environments have equipped me with the versatility to address a wide range of issues, from chronic mental health conditions to relationship struggles and trauma. I am particularly passionate about advocating for and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, ensuring that every client feels respected and validated. My genuine empathy and dedication to treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—allow me to integrate therapeutic techniques with a deep understanding of each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. I believe in a collaborative approach where my clients’ input is always valued in the healing process. I focus on long-term growth and resilience, helping clients uncover the roots of their struggles and guiding them toward lasting change. My goal is to empower clients to move forward with confidence, peace, and renewed hope for their future.
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Experiential Therapy
Experiential therapy is a type of psychotherapy that emphasizes emotional experiences as a means of promoting healing and self-awareness. For the client, this is a journey of self-discovery, where they are given the tools and space to deeply explore and process their emotions. The approach is often emotionally intense but can lead to profound healing, self-awareness, and personal growth. The client may leave sessions feeling more connected to their emotions, empowered to deal with challenges, and with a greater sense of emotional freedom.
Attachment-based
The primary goal of attachment-based therapy is to foster emotional healing by addressing the impact of early attachment experiences on a person's current relationships and emotional well-being. It seeks to replace insecure or unhealthy attachment patterns with secure, nurturing ways of relating to oneself and others, ultimately leading to more fulfilling, balanced relationships and improved mental health.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
The goal of DBT-based therapy is to help clients regulate their emotions, cope with distress, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviors, all while fostering a sense of purpose and personal growth. By focusing on building practical skills in areas like mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, DBT helps individuals lead healthier and more balanced lives.
Adlerian
The primary goal of Adlerian Therapy is to help individuals develop a sense of belonging, overcome feelings of inferiority, and create a meaningful, purposeful life. By fostering social interest, personal responsibility, and self-awareness, Adlerian therapy helps clients improve their self-esteem, enhance their relationships, and pursue goals that contribute to both personal fulfillment and the well-being of others.
Polyvagal Therapy
The goal of Polyvagal Therapy is to help individuals regulate their autonomic nervous system, achieve a sense of safety and calm, and heal from trauma and chronic stress. By focusing on the body’s physiological responses, this approach helps clients improve emotional regulation, enhance social connection, and restore balance, fostering resilience and well-being.