Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Forney, TX

Years of experience has taught me to listen carefully to the individual needs of the client. I am passionate about my work and deeply care about recovery.

Hi, I’m Brittany! I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Family Life Educator based in Richmond, TX. I specialize in helping women navigate complex family systems, heal from relational trauma, and do the deeply personal work of figuring out who they are outside of the roles they were handed. Come unfiltered.

EMDR, Play therapy, trauma informed therapist, specializing in eating disorder treatment and kids

Professional Credentials & Experience

• I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-S) with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Houston, University Park.
• With years of experience supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, I offer a compassionate, affirming space where you never have to shrink or over-explain to feel understood.

Why We’ll Work Well Together

• Starting therapy is an act of courage, and I’m genuinely proud of you for taking that first step. As a woman of color, I deeply understand the importance of having a therapist who sees and holds space for your full identity and truth.
• Whether you’re feeling stuck in relationships, emotions, or within yourself, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back, strengthen your boundaries, and help you move from surviving to truly living.
• Your healing journey won’t be one-size-fits-all because you’re not. Together, we’ll create a path that honors your story, your pace, and your goals.
• My style is relational, collaborative, and grounded in deep respect for your lived experience. You already hold so much wisdom; I’m here to help you reconnect with it.

If this resonates, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

I’m Karen Moore, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Social Worker with more than 25 years of combined experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through healing, growth, and meaningful change. My work blends decades of social‐work practice with clinical counseling expertise, giving me a deep understanding of how life experiences, relationships, and environments shape emotional wellness.

My approach is warm, affirming, and empowering. I create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment—and explore the patterns, emotions, and experiences that matter most. I specialize in trauma‐informed care and use evidence‐based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Trauma‐Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Problem‐Solving Therapy. Together, we’ll build practical tools that help you navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions with greater clarity and confidence.

In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding your story, identifying your strengths, and clarifying your goals. My role is to walk alongside you, offering support, insight, and strategies that help you feel grounded, capable, and connected to your own resilience.

If you’re looking for a therapist who brings compassion, experience, and a steady presence to the work, I’d be honored to support you on your healing journey.

I have worked with a wide variety of populations and settings from non-profit agencies like group homes in foster care and Women's Advocacy shelters to outpatient settings, within a hospital. I have worked over the years with clients who are or who have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, family violence, Many of my clients are successful working through the stress of new life adjustments to graduation, college, post partum and relationships.

You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, carrying the weight of painful past experiences, or noticing patterns you want to change. Perhaps you’re constantly overthinking, questioning yourself, or feeling unsure of yourself in your relationships and daily life.

I believe meaningful therapy starts with feeling truly seen and understood without judgment. In our time together, you can expect warmth, curiosity, and genuine respect. Together, we’ll work to better understand what you’re experiencing and what might help create lasting change.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker and earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Before opening my private practice in 2021, I worked in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings with clients across the lifespan, from children to older adults.

Today, I work with adults mainly experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, as well as those navigating challenges related to relationships, identity, and major life transitions.

Outside of the therapy room, you can usually find me doing yoga, or attempting to garden with my dog Ralph by my side.

Something that stands out in regard to me is that I have gathered some valuable wisdom over the years from many excellent mentors and life experience as an educator, vocational ministry, raising my own family, and having worked with many gifted and compassionate people.

My clients describe me as understanding ("getting them as individuals"), caring and collaborative , and a safe place to share what they need to share.

I am a bilingual counselor providing supportive services in both English and Spanish, with a focus on personal growth and resilience; I help individuals and families navigate life transitions, cultural adjustment, and complex grief. My compassionate guidance empowers clients to find balance and lasting emotional well-being.

Imagine what life would be like if you had the space to explore the nuances of the struggles you've been battling. Making the decision to seek professional help is probably one that you have been pondering over for awhile. I specialize in working with multicultural individuals, in particular with South Asian/Middle Eastern natives, as well as those affected by chronic illnesses, issues related to parenting, immigration, and spirituality.