
Stephanie Schindler
Welcome! I am so glad you have made the step to seek support and assistance. It is your first step towards living the life you desire. Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is Stephanie Schindler and I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health and wellness. My educational background is in the area of Marriage and Family Therapy but I have experience treating individuals with a variety of issues. I tend to employ a brief, solution focused approach to resolve issues you may be facing. It is my belief that together we can identify effective problem solving techniques and achieve lasting change. I am anxious to talk with you and begin the journey to a more satisfying and fulfilling existence. You are welcome to message me anytime through Better Help. I look forward to working together!

Karla Burgess
Hello and Welcome to BetterHelp! I am so glad you've taken this step to seek support for whatever you are going through. My name is Karla Burgess. I am a licensed independent mental health practitioner (LIMHP) in the great state of Nebraska. My 22 years of experience have taken place in either a hospital setting or in my private practice in a rural community. Being the only mental health practitioner in my area has given me experience with a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety/depression, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationship issues, and grief. My experience as a school counselor also makes me very comfortable working with kids, teens, and adults. My treatment approach includes creating a strong relationship with the person that I work with. I'm trained in many theories of counseling but typically use ideas and techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and a Client-Centered approach. I believe in goal-directed work and make sure that the steps we are taking together are getting you closer to your counseling goals. Former and current clients describe me as kind, compassionate, caring, supportive, and empathetic. Creating a genuine connection with my clients is key to our success. I consider this opportunity to insert myself into your life a privilege and a huge responsibility. I look forward to getting to know you and helping you through whatever is hindering your growth and happiness.

Troy Clayton
I am licensed in Nebraska with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & intimacy related issues. I have taken Safe Zone training and am an LGBTQ+ Ally. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Christy Carter
I am licensed in Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career changes, end-of-life, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Michelle Perry
I am a licensed counselor specializing in grief, loss, death, aging, depression, anxiety, and co-dependency. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which is an approach used for trauma. I received my Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2012. I have spent the last nine years working in the role of a social worker in skilled nursing facilities, and now with a hospice. My work experiences, combined with my personal ones, have allowed me to become a compassionate and empathetic counselor, trained to meet you where you are in your life experience. My style of counseling is collaborative. I love to work with my clients in setting their goals for counseling and then assisting them with achieving those goals. I am friendly, warm, and often use humor. I will tailor what counseling approach to use to your specific situation and desires. These approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, ACT, and DBT. My theoretical approach is attachment based and I am trauma informed and educated. I know that it is difficult to reach out for help. I respect your experiences and will do my best to provide you with a compassionate and goal oriented counseling experience.

Kristen Neuhalfen
I am licensed in Nebraska with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Sara Urwiller
I am licensed in Nebraska with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Vickie Frizzell Pratt
I am licensed in Nebraska with 29 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Pamela Galles
I am licensed in Nebraska with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I will walk beside you rather than taking the lead, as I encourage you to reveal and discover your best self ~

Dr. Jeff Peterson
I want to welcome you to a judgment-free zone where you are the expert of your own story. I also want to congratulate you on taking the first step towards making change. It takes courage to critically look at yourself and make an effort towards building a more fulfilling and happier life. I am honored that I can be there to support & empower you through this part of your journey. I am a counselor educator and clinician in the states of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota with over 12 years of clinical experience. I have experience helping clients who are feeling stressed or anxious; who are struggling with self-esteem, confidence, or motivation; or who are simply learning how to cope with life changes. I am also passionate about working with those who are exploring sexuality or gender-diversity, including LGBTQ+, kink, and polyamory. As a clinical supervisor who has been licensed in several different states, I am also known as a counselor's counselor, with extensive experience working with other helping professionals who may want to simply "check-in," talk about something that affected them, or work towards addressing their compassion fatigue.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Allen
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Allen that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Allen available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Allen therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Allen therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Allen region and in the state of Nebraska.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Allen can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Allen may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.