About me
I have been a licensed professional therapist for 14 years I received my Masters degree from Oral Roberts University in 2008. I am a follower of Jesus and believe my career is the call of God on my life. I have vast experience with many behavioral, social and emotional issues. I started my career working with women who were victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. That transitioned into working with male victims and also perpetrators. This taught me how to help men with their emotional issues. Working in this field I came in contact many people who had substance abuse issues so I studied and pursued experience with alcohol and drug counseling. I worked in drug court and private substance abuse counseling for the last 9 years, In my practice I have gained experience helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, abandonment, PTSD, grief, attachment, shame and anger issues. My approach is client centered therapy incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion therapy and motivational therapy. If it will help my patients recover I will utilize it. I know that some problems only God can fix. The greatest tools I have to help you is the love and comfort of God and the wisdom of His Word. My focus to help you will be using my clinical mental health experience combined with Christian teaching and values. People who contact counselors for help want to feel safe and respected never shamed or marginalized. I believe they want to be listened to and understood. I treat everyone with compassion. I am looking forward to working with you and helping you discover better mental health and a happier life.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
Grief , Bipolar disorder , Abandonment , Attachment Issues , Codependency , Communication Problems , Control Issues , Domestic Violence , Drug and Alcohol Addiction , Women's Issues
Clinical approaches:
Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 14
Services offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video
Licensing
OK LPC LPC04351
Reviews
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I have only met with Theresa once but I know she will be a great help for my healing!
Theresa is great at listening & finding the good in situations all while caring for your heart. She gives practical tools to help you walk out of the pit you’re buried in.
Theresa is the real deal. Never thought I'd say I enjoy counseling, but I do with her. She has taught me a lot over our time together. Thank you Theresa.
She is a wonderful, thoughtful therapist.
In one session w Therese, I was put at ease w her truths and confidence as she asked deep questions as well as her recommendations for books on the issues at hand . She also shared insights w me that were Biblical that I had misinterpreted. I look forward to our weekly conversations
Theresa is very kind, passionate and helpful. Her non-judgment and loving arttitude is a key for me to be able to moving forward