Grief counselors and therapists in Mcallen, TX

Hi! I'm Jan Quirl, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Professional Art Therapist with 30 years of counseling experience as an independent practitioner. I have three Master's Degrees: Master of Education, Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas in Austin, two years of graduate coursework, and two years of supervision in Art Therapy from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY, and a Master of Divinity degree from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. I have two years of experience in training and residency as a hospital chaplain and two years of experience as a hospice chaplain and social worker.

I build strong therapeutic relationships with my clients and believe we can work together as a team to overcome challenges to create the kind of life you want to have. I love the work I do and am committed to each of my clients. I'm relaxed though direct, and focus both on challenges and successes. My biggest strength is fully committing to assist my clients with making positive changes in their lives. I look forward to meeting you soon!

I believe healing and growth happen best when people feel safe, accepted, and genuinely cared for. I love working with children, teens, and families, and I strive to create a warm, supportive space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves.

For children, I have advanced training in Child-Centered Play Therapy, which allows them to express feelings, work through challenges, and build confidence through the natural language of play. Often, children communicate much more through play than they can with words, and I enjoy helping them feel understood and supported in ways that fit their developmental needs.

I’m a licensed clinical psychologist whose work is grounded in evidence-based, compassionate care. I completed advanced graduate training in clinical psychology, followed by supervised work in outpatient and higher-acuity settings, where I treated adults and adolescents with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

In my practice, I primarily use approaches like CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed therapies, integrating them in a way that’s tailored to each person rather than one-size-fits-all. I pay close attention to cultural and contextual factors, and I use measurement-based care so we can see whether treatment is actually helping you over time.

Clients often describe me as understanding, direct, and collaborative: I’ll bring structure and clinical expertise while also respecting your pace and values. I work with individual adults (and in some cases teens) who are dealing with issues like chronic stress, perfectionism, identity and life transitions, grief, and the impact of past traumatic experiences.

My goal is to provide a space that is both validating and change-focused; somewhere you can be fully honest, feel understood, and also develop practical skills to live in a way that feels more aligned with who you want to be

Hi there! Let's slow down, take a breath and know you are Loved! I am here to walk this journey with you! I have over 20 years of experience helping teens, adults and families in crisis. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and hold an additional certification in School Counseling. So let's come together and start Your amazing journey!

I know reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially if you're used to carrying everything on your own. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and work through life's challenges without fear of judgment.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe therapy should feel collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs. While much of my professional experience has been working with adolescents and families in a school setting, I also enjoy working with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, and other emotional challenges.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, we'll work together to better understand what's keeping you where you are, build practical coping strategies, and help you move toward the life you want to create.