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Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, or substance use concerns, you deserve a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative environment where healing and meaningful change can take place. My clinical work integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, trauma-informed care, and person-centered principles. I am trained in EMDR therapy, which allows us to address unresolved trauma and distressing experiences in a way that promotes lasting healing.

My clinical work integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, trauma-informed care, and person-centered principles. I am trained in EMDR therapy, which allows us to address unresolved trauma and distressing experiences in a way that promotes lasting healing. While EMDR can be a powerful tool, I believe therapy is not about one technique, it is connection.

I tailor each treatment plan to the unique needs, goals, and strengths of the individual sitting in front of me. Clients often describe me as direct yet warm. I value honesty, accountability, and empowerment. Together, we identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and develop practical strategies that support

I have been practicing for over 10 years. Therapy and helping others is my purpose.

I have worked with a wide variety of populations including those who have been incarcerated, sex offenders, teens, children, and geriatric population. I really enjoy a diverse population. I have worked in the prison system and psychiatric hospitals where individuals have been found not guilty by reason of insanity or incompetent to stand trial. Additionally, I have worked in private practice with a wide array of individuals.

My name is Dr. Juila Carter, and I've been practicing psychology since 2014. In addition to my doctorate degree, I am board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive therapy through the American Board of Professional Psychology. I have been serving our nation's Veteran's by working as a psychologist with the Department of Veterans Affairs for over 10 years, and continue to do this full time.

Through my work at the VA I've had the privilege of working with Veterans on issues including PTSD, Anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and relationship concerns. Working at the VA has also afforded me the opportunity to continue learning cutting edge treatment strategies including trauma focused treatments, stress reduction techniques, and DBT skills.

While my primary job has been working with Veterans, I have worked with a variety of individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and presenting issues. I've helped people with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma history, and adjustment concerns, in addition to personality disorders and over controlled coping styles.

In addition to my clinical work, I engage in research on the cause and treatment of personality disorders, and supervise and teach students at the VA and local university.

When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and kids, and while we are currently pet free, looking forward to getting a dog in the next year. I love being outdoors when it's not the height of TX summer, and enjoy listening to thunderstorms when I get the chance I enjoy reading (Stephen King is my favorite) and watching TV.

Different phases in life can feel stressful, anxiety-provoking, or nearly defeating. Finding a counselor can feel like a difficult step, but a step in the positive direction for growth and more self-compassion and understanding. Finding a counselor who can create a supportive and safe environment for growth is essential. Whether it is due to life adjustments such as, changes in relationships or your environment that are causing feelings of anxiety, stress or depression, it is essential for a counselor to establish a role that is conducive for growth, safety, and trust. Becoming a client's advocate and support is a crucial.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I am also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience in populations who are impacted by grief and loss, trauma, sexual abuse.

Challenges can reveal various characteristics in individuals that can be conveyed through depression, anxiety, avoidance, loneliness, mistrust and oftentimes a sense of hopelessness; whether individually or within a relationship, these feelings are real. Please know you are not alone. This thing we call life can be as exhausting as it can be beautiful.

I have a passion for walking alongside individuals or couples as they identify the speed bumps in their life, discover any fractures that need repair, and repave the road for a smoother journey. For some, acknowledging there is a speed bump can be the most difficult step. You may not be able to readily identify the speed bump or how it appeared; you simply determine unfamiliar feelings now exist where familiarity once resided. Life stressors, communication concerns, phase of life transitions, or relationship challenges are all obstacles that in time if not addressed, can result in a life of discord.

I was born and raised mostly in Houston, Texas but have lived in several states throughout my life. While I enjoyed the new locations and beginnings, there was always a period of adaptation to each new environment. I was blessed to be raised understanding the importance of maintaining focus on the future and despite life’s challenges and loss, to continue moving forward with a hopeful mindset.

I earned my BS in Interdisciplinary Studies from The University of Houston and my Masters from Dallas Baptist University in School Counseling where I continued my education to earn my license in Professional Counseling. I currently work as a High School Counselor during the day and offer sessions in the evenings focusing on individuals, couples, and Christian faith-based counseling for clients age 20 and older.

Hello, my name is Veronica and helping my clients achieve their mental well-being goals is my passion. As a mother who lost her firstborn to bullying, and challenges with depression and anxiety, I know all too well the struggles and pain of mental illness.

I am a bilingual, licensed, and practicing counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling, certified in Reiki and Access BAR, with several years of experience providing individual, couples, family, and crisis counseling. I earned my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at El Paso and have since worked in various clinical settings with children and adults with diverse diagnoses, such as MDD, GAD, schizophrenia, BPD, PTSD, and anger issues, to name a few. I am a passionate and empathetic therapist with strong counseling skills and a deep understanding of interpersonal and familial relationships. I have experience helping clients manage their distress by guiding them to become comfortable with vulnerability and assisting them in identifying, exploring, and processing their emotions. I pride myself on providing a safe and supportive space to work alongside you, helping you overcome traumas, crises, and barriers to gain control of your life.

I am licensed in Texas with 14 years of professional work experience in both the school setting and private setting. I earned both my Masters and Doctorate degree in counseling and I have experience in helping clients from diverse backgrounds with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.