Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Lufkin, TX

I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years. I have worked with several different clientele including age ranges. I specialize in teenagers, LGBTQ+, women issues and young adults 18-55.

Real Support for Real Life

Sometimes you know something needs to change, but you’re not quite sure where to begin. You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck in familiar patterns, or simply tired of trying to figure everything out on your own. Therapy can be a place to pause, make sense of what you’re carrying, and find a way forward that feels right for you.

I don’t believe therapy is about fixing you or telling you what you should do. It’s about getting curious about your story, understanding what’s underneath the struggle, and finding tools that help you feel more grounded and in control of your life. I’ll meet you with honesty, compassion, and a willingness to sit with you through the hard parts while helping you move toward meaningful change.

Experience

My clinical experience has taken me across behavioral health, crisis intervention, healthcare, pediatric care, addiction recovery, and family services. I’ve worked with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, major life changes, relationship and family challenges, behavioral concerns, and complex mental health needs.

Most recently, I served as a Pediatric Cardiovascular and Heart Transplant Social Worker, supporting children and families through incredibly difficult and uncertain circumstances. I’ve also worked as a Clinical Therapist, Crisis Clinician, Team Lead, and Clinical Therapist Manager, experiences that have shaped how I show up for the people I work with.

Maybe your brain will not slow down long enough to finish what you started. Maybe the worry arrives before you are even out of bed. Maybe something happened years ago that you have never really put down. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors carrying ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma, and I have spent over six years doing it across private practice, schools, and clinics. I work with people of all ages and abilities, in English or Spanish. It would be my honor to be a part of your journey.

As a seasoned practitioner (since 2006) with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have dedicated my career to mastering a diverse range of therapeutic modalities to better serve my clients.

My clinical practice is grounded in extensive training across several specialized frameworks, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy into my work, allowing for a highly tailored and comprehensive approach to psychological wellness.

I am a doctorally prepared, and ANCC board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing holistic mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. With 14+ years of multidisciplinary nursing / clinical experience and a strong educational foundation including a doctorate, dual-master's degree and a bachelor's of science degree in nursing, I am committed to address your needs, provide supportive and collaborative environment for your healing, growth and well-being. At Nifely Health, I offer a free 15 minute consultation, flexible appointments to accommodate your schedule, after-hour virtual visits on weekdays, and weekends from 7:00am until 10:00pm MST.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - WA (425) 357 2672 | WY (307) 298-3008 | TX (972) 640 1258

Services:

Talk Therapy: evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.

Medication management: expert assessment, prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications.

Focus treatment areas includes:

Anxiety

Depression

Panic Disorders

Sleep Disorders

Eating Disorders

Psychotic Disorders

Adjustment Disorders

Personality Disorders

Bipolar/Manic Depressive Disorders

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Maternal Mental Health (Prenatal and Postpartum)

You don’t have to carry it all alone! I strive to create a safe space for you to share your concerns, hopes, and goals. I work with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, career, relationships, addictions, compulsions, among other issues. I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. The majority of my career has been in finance, where I have worked as a financial advisor. I was born and raised in Texas and I have a deep understanding of various cultures and religions. I enjoy sports, music, and spending time with loved ones.

I want to hear your story and how your beliefs shape your thoughts which lead to your actions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you break unwanted loops. I also find value in Adlerian principles of finding one's place and creating valuable social connections and relationships.