Hi. My name is Amy L Settles and I am looking forward to working with you. I have been a clinical social worker in Oklahoma City, Ok. for 35 years. I first attended Emerson College located in Boston, Massachusetts where I received a B.S degree in Speech Education with a minor in Dramatic Arts. I also attended the University of Denver where I received a Master of Arts degree in Interpersonal and Group Communication. I then earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Oklahoma. This degree allowed me to pursue my career as a mental health therapist also know as a psychotherapist. I have specialized training in treating Sexual Abuse. I also have numerous hours of training in the areas of Death and Dying, treating Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Couples Therapy. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I have worked with teens all the way up to the very mature. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and collaborative. If you are looking for a therapist that will agree with everything you say, I am not the therapist for you. I use evidence based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness, and family of origin based interventions. Together we can explore your psychological/emotional needs so I can help you in whatever it is that is troubling you. I will work with you by actively listening to what you have to say. Together we will process what is going on in your life and discuss the possibilities of other options. I will give you relevant feed back so that you can continue processing it throughout your therapy journey and beyond.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I graduated from the University of Colorado in Denver in 1995 with a master’s degree in counseling psychology/counseling education. Since then, I have amassed over 30 years of experience seeing clients in a variety of settings. I have worked with high school students on their personal and professional development. At universities, I led workshops for non-traditional (older) students. I have developed teambuilding workshops for companies and provided career counseling for individuals. I have been invited to present personality type workshops to various community groups. I have worked for agencies and in private practice. More recently, I have worked with client’s in their homes, addressing the gamut of personal issues a person can face: depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger issues, premarital/marital issues, suicide, addictions in the family, low self-esteem, family of origin issues, and others. I am currently licensed in the state of Oklahoma Early in my education, I was encouraged to develop my own style of counseling, and that is what I have done. I have many different theoretical techniques in my “counseling toolbox”: cognitive/thought oriented, behavioral oriented, past/present/and future oriented. I steer clear of typical “psychobabble,” but I am fond of a good analogy. I like to use humor, and I believe that we all can laugh at ourselves if we feel secure enough. Knowing that we are loved in spite of (or maybe even because of) our flaws can be quite encouraging. I will accept you, and your issues, because I know I have my share. In fact, I was once told that the difference between a therapist and a client is that a therapist is further along in sorting out their issues. The counseling setting for me can be similar to the old joke where a man loses his wallet on a dark street. Another man sees the first one searching around under a streetlight and asks if he can be of assistance. The first man explains that he has lost his wallet and would welcome any assistance. The two men comb the area thoroughly, looking everywhere to no avail. Finally the second man says to the first, “Are you sure you lost it here?” To which the first man replies, “No, I lost it down in that dark alley.” The second man says, “Well, Why are we looking here?!” The first man says, “Because the light is better here.” A good therapist can be a flashlight - helping you explore the darker areas of your life. But, don’t worry, we won’t go until you are ready. I look forward to searching with you.

Hi, my name is Deborah Cruz-Bowen and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oklahoma. I have worked in medical, psychiatric, geriatric, and military settings. My experience includes working with adults, seniors, caregivers of those with dementia, Veterans, Native Americans, and individuals that engage in alcohol and/or substance abuse. I am also an LGBTQ+ ally. My approach to therapy is one of authenticity and compassion. Sometimes life knocks us down (myself included). Reaching out for help is not easy, but the reward is not being alone. I primarily use the following concepts to help my clients: Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. If you are having trouble coping, please reach out to me. Together we can work toward getting you some relief. I offer Monday through Friday appointments from 10am to 4pm. I look forward to working with you! SPECIALTIES Stress Anxiety Depression Grief Coping with life changes Caregiver issues and stress Parenting issues Anger management Military and Veterans Issues Trauma

Thank you for reading my profile! My name is Ms. Beverly P. Bennett, MA, LPCS, NCC. Ms. Bennett is a native of the Caribbean and holds two (2) Master's degrees from Oral Roberts University in Christian Counseling, magna cum laude. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Supervisor (LPCS) for aspiring LPC candidates in South Carolina and Oklahoma. She holds a Board Certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and is a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator, the leading relationship inventory and skill-building program for couples. Ms. Bennett is also a Certified Batterer's Intervention Program Facilitator (BIP) for domestic violence or partner abuse. She connects easily with clients and offers immediate, exceptional, and long-term Christ-Centered solutions. Ms. Bennett is passionate about helping adults and couples think biblically about current struggles in their lives. She has extensive leadership and clinical experience in a variety of settings including community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, group/residential homes, detention facilities, therapeutic foster care, and intensive outpatient programs for substance abuse. In Ms. Bennett's spare time she enjoys spending time with family and friends, laughing, singing, reading, traveling, cooking, baking, dancing, and board games. I typically check messages within 24 hours, but the only exception is the weekend when I usually take off. If there is a message you would like for me to respond to sooner, please mark it as urgent and I will get back to you as quickly as I can.

As a licensed therapist in Oklahoma, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional challenges. My practice centers on empowering clients experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma-related concerns. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing issues like self-esteem, communication barriers, isolation, and healing from difficult life experiences. My work is deeply rooted in understanding the unique intersections of identity, focusing particularly on women's experiences, young adult transitions, multicultural challenges, and navigating prejudice and discrimination. I'm committed to creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotional journeys, develop resilience, and cultivate self-love. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients work through anxiety, attachment issues, posttraumatic stress, and challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and family dynamics. My approach honors each individual's strength and inherent capacity for growth and healing.

I am licensed in the state of Oklahoma with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have lived and/or worked in different parts of the country and traveled outside of it as well. I have experience helping clients from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and ages and believe that our human spirits have more in common with each other than our differences may suggest. I have experience working with a variety of issues including but not limited to: stress and anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, family conflict, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming life's challenges. 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.

As a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in Oklahoma for over 20 years, I have a systemic perspective on the issues clients bring to therapy. I understand that your difficulties exist in relationship to your larger circle of family, friends and colleagues. Clients appreciate this perspective because it seems like I “get it” differently than someone who doesn't view people systemically. Some of the specific struggles I treat are coping with all types of grief and loss (not just death), managing life transitions, anxiety/stress, caregiver issues, sleep struggles, communication, anger management, money/financial issues, self-esteem and experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout. A particular passion of mine is working with Third Culture Kids (TCKs), especially helping them transition to living in the United States. I have walked alongside TCKs and Adult TCKs for many years and have extensive experience in this therapeutic area. Ultimately, I believe, you are the expert on your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you! I hope to be someone who can help you along the way! Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started.

I'm a therapist that focuses on techniques and strategies that work, and I see progress with my clients pretty quickly. I'm licensed in Oklahoma with 14 years of experience as a therapist and over 17 years of experience in mental health. I have experience in helping clients with executive functioning (ADHD and autism), stress and anxiety, queer/lgbtq+ issues, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID/multiple personalities), & coping with life changes. I use many therapeutic models or perspectives, primarily focusing on how systemic and institutional barriers affect mental, emotional, and behavioral health and well-being. I'm queer-friendly. I strongly believe anyone and everyone can benefit from therapy. I do not use or believe in the "medical model" of mental health, so I do not attempt to "cure" "mental illness", but recognize that mental health is complicated and "mental illness" is mostly a survival response.

I am licensed in Oklahoma with over 35 years of professional work experience including both in patient and out patient organizations and adjunct professor locally. I have experience in helping clients with PTSD, trauma, coping with grief and loss, coping with geriatric/aging life changes & providing help with caregiver/hospice/end of life issues. I have background in geropsychology, first responder, medical worker issues, military/veterans issues, holocaust survivors/families, adult, young adult, hospice/end of life, caregiver burnout, ADHD/Asperger, guided imagery, trauma, LGBTQIA+, solution focused; I do my best to 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Non judgemental, flexible, comforting. Every part of life is worth living. Each day is a gift. Every person has value. "Nice" and "Kind" are highly underrated virtues. ~ Kristine "You have a right to be here and to sing your own song, whatever that may be." ~ Desiderata P.S. I am unable to accommodate video sessions; I am available for phone and live chat (typed).

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ -related issues, & family conflicts. 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.

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oklahoma, with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence, and many other areas. I utilize a combination of different therapy techniques and styles, to help best assist you with your specific needs. I strongly believe that building a great therapeutic relationship is one of the main keys to success. I enjoy warm, kind-hearted discussions, as well as deep and solution-focused conversations on how we can resolve challenges with new and improved tools to give you the best chance at success. 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. 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 am proud of you for taking this step in your health and well-being.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma with 7 years of professional work experience in a community-based clinical setting. I have experience in helping clients of all ages with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, bipolar disorder, neurodivergence, and navigating challenges related to living with a chronic illness. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I consider myself a creative thinker and will find ways to meet each individual at their level. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Oklahoma for 9 years and Arkansas since November 2025 with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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.

From a young age, I’ve been deeply empathetic—drawn to people’s stories and attuned to their pain. What once felt like a tender personality trait has become a guiding force in my work. I believe every person holds inherent dignity and worth, regardless of their experiences, choices, or circumstances. This belief is the foundation of how I show up as a therapist: with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My journey into the counseling field was encouraged by my husband, who saw how naturally I connected with others. I completed my undergraduate degree in Marketing at East Central University and went on to earn a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Oklahoma. I am currently pursuing an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. I specialize in couples therapy, supporting partners as they navigate challenges with communication, trust, intimacy, and emotional connection. Whether you're feeling stuck, hurting, or simply wanting to grow closer, I offer a space where both individuals can feel seen, heard, and understood. My approach focuses on helping couples build deeper understanding, develop practical tools, and reconnect with what matters most to them. In every session—whether with individuals or couples—my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to walk through it alone. I also believe therapy doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time. I hold healing in a sacred light, but I also appreciate the value of humor. Being able to feel free in therapy—even when facing pain—is the heart of Eremos. It’s brave to come, but many clients find it’s also a place to enjoy. Outside the therapy room, I love being married and am grateful for the fullness of life with our five children. These days, you’ll likely find me enjoying a good thriller TV series over a movie—especially if it’s a whodunit. I’d love to say I grow my own food and live in the outdoors, but let’s be honest—my life is mostly made up of ordinary moments, full hands, and small, sacred acts of courage. Reality for me isn’t glamorous, but it’s good. And it’s in the everyday that growth, connection, and healing often begin.