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Kelly Pedersen is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in redefining perception: assisting individuals with trauma recovery and couples with intimacy-rebuilding with insight and useful techniques for bypassing roadblocks. She helps people hone their anger management skills and address the flip side of the coin: initiating the healing process after someone has endured physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. In addition, she helps people with trauma, life transitions, LGBTQ-related challenges, mood disorders, and geriatric issues.

Kelly is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) as a technique to treat PTSD, and she assesses trauma through the dual lenses of spirituality and culture. She also uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) in her therapeutic processes.

"Stuck" situations require creative solutions! Solving a problem in isolation isn't easy, which is why collaboration with an experienced counselor can prove invaluable. The details of each person’s thinking may be varied and unique in every case, but Kelly believes that what is really important is the sense of being enough, sufficient, responsible, capable as yourself on top of the situation. When the work goes well (which certainly is the intention) the outcome will be the same: an increase in the sense of one’s own ability to manage life, and a feeling of growth and empowerment.

Kelly has a clear approach to counseling with people and it relates to what she sees as the ideal outcome of such work. The highest goal, the gold standard of good counseling, is an increase in client morale, significant growth of feeling competent and confident to work with the feelings and situations that brought you to counseling in the first place. A good counseling relationship has worked when one hears, “You know, I think I can handle this now. I feel a lot better and think I know what to work on and what to do.”

As a counselor, Kelly strives to encourage a therapeutic connection that serves as a "secure base", enabling you to challenge your misconceptions about yourself and refocus on your strengths. She believes that accessing new experiences in the context of a therapeutic relationship can help us rewire our brains and our lives.

Erin Schovanec is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), dance/movement therapist, and certified Yoga Therapist who has 16 years of experience as an expressive and creative mental health professional. Erin’s clinical experience has ranged in various treatment settings including outpatient therapy, Treatment Foster Care, and residential treatment. She has served children, adolescents, and adults experiencing symptoms related to attachment, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. 

Erin completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance Education magna cum laude at the University of Central Oklahoma and her Master of Arts (MA) in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling Psychology at Antioch New England Graduate School. Erin’s personal hobbies include dancing, teaching group exercise, and running.

Erin's clinical approach is solution-focused, person-centered, with the utilization of positive psychology and cognitive behavioral techniques. In addition, as a movement therapist, Erin’s therapeutic approach stems from a mind-body perspective, in that there is an inner relationship between the physical body and our thoughts and emotions. In order to heal, one has to “move through” challenging barriers with open awareness and self-compassion to develop a deeper understanding of one’s self. This healing process contributes to more meaningful relationships and greater connection to self and others.

"As a therapist, it is my job to provide you with an atmosphere where you feel safe to be completely honest, genuine, and vulnerable about who you are and what you want and need without fear of judgment or disapproval."

Amanda Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in trauma, grief and loss, relationship and marital concerns, family dynamics, adoption, parenting, and mood disorders. Amanda is especially experienced working with adolescents and adults, providing compassionate care through forensic and clinical assessments, case management, and therapeutic interventions.

Amanda earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Louisiana State University. She has expertise in adoption social work, psychometric testing, and group therapy in psychiatric and forensic settings, drawing on eclectic, strengths-based approaches.

Amanda believes seeking therapy takes courage and is the first step toward change. She helps clients untangle difficult life experiences and replace them with hope and stability. She is passionate about empowering clients to embrace growth and live meaningful lives.

"I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and I love providing quality, evidence-based care in a variety of outpatient settings."

Yvonne Schilling, a Licensed Professional Counselor, has 25 years of experience in the mental health field and specializes in marriage and family therapy. Yvonne is certified in violence prevention and intervention and provides a unique perspective on family dynamics and healthy relationships. Yvonne works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, addressing issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief/loss, mood disorders, and adjustment-related concerns.

Yvonne holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University. Her training in family systems equips her to support clients through repetitive cycles and patterns in relationships. She focuses on fostering insight, improving communication, and building healthier connections. Her compassionate, systems-based approach helps clients navigate life transitions and rediscover their potential.

If you are struggling more days than not, Yvonne invites you to reach out. She believes in exploring the unknown together because within it lies your untapped potential. Her goal is to walk alongside you on the path to growth, healing, and greater clarity in individual and relational challenges.

"Therapy is a safe space for you to share openly about your concerns each week, explore different perspectives of problems, and make decisions based on what is most important and meaningful to you. "

Simone Ducloux is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about providing treatment for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, compulsive behaviors, and body image concerns. During her experience counseling adults in a community clinic setting, and her experience counseling young adults in a college counseling center, and her experience counseling adults in a community clinic setting, as well as young adults in a college counseling center, Simone developed a strong awareness of the important roles that creativity and self-compassion play in helping people connect with their strengths and trust themselves to work through challenges.

Simone completed her Bachelor of Music (BM) and her Master of Music (MM) in Piano at the University of Texas. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling at Texas State University. 

Simone has a warm and attentive style and integrates clinical perspectives and evidence-based techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and person-centered/humanistic approaches into her practice. It can feel lonely and confusing to navigate through life’s difficulties in the absence of a therapeutic relationship with someone who can help you process your thoughts and feelings, and to connect with your inner resources, so that you may build skills to find meaning and worth in all of your experiences, as you work toward your goals.

"I look forward to building a meaningful therapeutic relationship with all my clients and always putting my client's needs first."

Audrey N. Gordon, M.S., LPC, LCDC.

Audrey N. Gordon is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in helping adults overcome alcohol and substance abuse, anxiety, PTSD, and military-related issues. With her extensive healthcare background and commitment to providing exceptional care, Audrey strives to create a safe and nurturing environment for her clients.

As a military veteran with a 17-year career as a USAF Medical Technician, Audrey has firsthand experience working in various settings, including hospitals, aircraft, and ground operations. This unique background has given her valuable insights into the challenges faced by individuals in the military community and a deep understanding of the psychological impact of trauma.

Audrey holds a Master of Science in Addiction Counseling from the Texas Tech University Health Science Center, where she gained comprehensive knowledge and expertise in treating addiction-related issues. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, focusing on Pre-Med, from Bowie State University, an esteemed Historically Black College and University (HBCU).

With her training as a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), Audrey possesses the necessary skills to provide effective therapy for individuals struggling with addiction and mental health concerns. She is dedicated to continuous learning and professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest research and therapeutic approaches.

One of Audrey's valuable tools in her therapeutic toolkit is her certification as a Basic Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) practitioner. Using rapid eye movement, ART helps clients process traumatic or disturbing memories and images by reducing their physiological responses. This evidence-based technique allows Audrey to support her clients in quickly and effectively addressing trauma and finding resolution.

Audrey believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients by prioritizing their needs and creating a warm, empathetic space for healing and growth. She understands that each person is unique and tailors her approach to suit individual circumstances. Additionally, she regularly checks in with her clients' therapeutic goals to assess progress and ensure a good fit. When necessary, Audrey may refer clients to other specialists to provide comprehensive care.

With her unwavering dedication to her clients' well-being and passion for helping them overcome challenges, Audrey looks forward to meeting individuals seeking support and embarking on their therapeutic journey.

Sue Wendelin is a Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist (LMFT) who has over 36 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families with a wide variety of treatment needs. She specializes in assisting clients who are struggling with career-related issues, coping skills, family conflict, grief, mental stress, parenting, academic issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger issues, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, and more.

Sue has an eclectic approach with a variety of techniques, including cognitive behavioral methods (CBT), family systems techniques, parent-child interaction (PCIT) approaches, person-centered methods, play therapy, sandplay, and solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT). 

Sue will listen and create a safe space to help unburden the load of pain and struggles that are holding you down. The simplicity of having a warm, understanding, and actively listening ear can be healing during times of great stress. She wants to provide that outlet, and help you work towards emotional freedom.