I received my undergraduate degree from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice in August 2003. I received a Master’s of Science in Counseling and Development in December 2012 from Texas Woman’s University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I am also a member of the Texas Counseling Association.
My previous experience includes individual and group counseling with youth ages 10-17 in juvenile detention, group therapy with geriatric clients, and as the lead substance abuse counselor with adolescents and adults in an outpatient program. Over the last few years, my experience has included working as a therapist in a Family Preservation Program for juveniles on probation and as an Adolescent and Family Therapist at a local psychiatric hospital.
Obviously the majority of my experience is with the adolescent population, but I am educated and have experience working with adults as well. Also, as an adoptee, I am able to empathize with adopted children, and assist their adoptive families with any concerns that come with adopting a child or raising an adopted child.
Areas of experience includes but is not limited to, issues with family communication, trauma, abuse, parenting, suicidal thoughts/attempts, self-harm, LGBTQ individuals, adoption, depression, anxiety, bullying, thoughts of worthlessness, hopelessness, helplessness, rejection and abandonment, and substance abuse/dependence.
As a professional counselor, I consider it my passion, my calling, and my duty to assist individuals and families in finding or regaining the tools necessary to function independently again. I believe that our behavior, emotions, and thoughts are all intertwined, but that we are largely guided by our perceptions of ourselves, others, and our society. My work integrates many different therapeutic styles and techniques depending on what fits best with the client and their situation. Some of these include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and Family Therapy.
It can be difficult to recognize how current stressors or past traumas can affect your daily life. I believe childhood experiences influence the way we approach and handle situations. Identifying how they show up is essential in moving forward to create a more fulfilling life. We will work together to heal your wounds and establish coping skills for challenging situations that arise. My approach is warm and relaxed, and I pride myself on meeting my clients where they are and gently encouraging them through their desired change.
To make sure that you are assigned someone who can work with your schedule, please know that I do not work weekends, my first client is at 10am, and my last client of the day is normally at 4pm.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment Issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Dissociation, Emptiness, Family Problems, Guilt and Shame, Isolation / Loneliness, Jealousy, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Self-Harm, Self-Love, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems
TX LPC 70381
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I appreciate that she checks in on me if she hasn’t heard from me in a while.
Written on Sep 28, 2023 after therapy with Regina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Regina is amazing. I tend to talk through how I feel so I talk a lot she’s great about listening and making me feel heard while asking critical questions that challenge some of my unhealthy thinking processes
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Regina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She’s been wonderful. Very patient and understanding while offering solid tips for dealing with my anxiety in real time.
Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Regina for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Regina is wonderful! Listens, provides insightful responses and also asks good questions to help prompt thinking and to dive deeper into the root of issues.
Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with Regina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I accidentally said completely disagree to one, but Regina is awesome! So understanding and helpful working through problems.
Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Regina for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Regina was a really kind, a good listener, validated my feelings, and helped me to work through some hard things I’ve been avoiding. Would highly recommend.
Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with Regina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
