Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

I have always loved kids, especially those who follow their own beat and don’t color inside the lines. I started out as a camp counselor when I was 19. Kids are fun, they’re funny, and they’re smart. I am motivated to continue by the resilience of the kids I work with every day.

I have been practicing pediatric mental health therapy for over 10 years. I approach therapy with kids by using play, creative techniques, and games to help kids feel comfortable and open up. I'd love to meet with your family and see how we can help your child and your family be the healthiest version of themselves.

I decided to follow my passion for therapy after I saw how psychotherapy had positively impacted my life. Making counseling accessible to all is something I am passionate about. 

Michael Brooking is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who earned his Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University Central Texas. Michael has experience in effectively utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and he practices individual and family therapy with a primary focus on adolescent and young adult issues. He has previously worked in hospital settings with inpatient and intensive outpatient individuals, where he successfully implemented the use of DBT and CBT skills to meet the needs of his patients. He also provided services in community counseling and family therapy as a student at Texas A&M University Central Texas, where he gained many valuable skills and experience. He specializes in working with adolescents and adults to overcome issues with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders. Michael is an Army veteran and father, and finds joy in spending time with his three daughters. He has made Central Texas his home for the last 15 years and enjoys actively engaging in outdoor adventures in the local area.

While enlisted in the Army and while most of my experiences during that time were positive, some were very hard and resulted in (service connected) PTSD. The culture of the Army at the time - thankfully it is improving but not as quickly as it should - was to act like nothing happened, drink water, drive on, take 800mg of Ibuprofen and call it a day. That didn't work for me and when I sought help through my chain of command and even mental health professionals, I was met with a less than empathetic response. For several years I struggled to piece my life back together and to figure out what I was going to do with myself. I committed to my own process of healing and when it came time to create a new meaning for what I'd gone through, I decided that I wanted to work with others who have also survived trauma and to make sure that I wasn't meeting them with the same dismissive attitude that I got. What keeps me going and motivated is the understanding that it isn't my job to "fix" anyone. You're not broken and you don't need to exile yourself to the island of misfit toys because you might feel that way. It's just my job to hold space for people to do their own healing. I choose to believe that when someone shares their "stuff" with me and allows me to hold that space, that they are giving me access to their most closely guarded treasures. I get the honor of walking with my clients on their path towards creating a life worth showing up in. Sometimes it's rough, sometimes it's beautiful, most times it's both.

I am an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. I am an Army veteran and am passionate about providing trauma therapy for military, veterans, law enforcement officers and first responders. I offer Extended EMDR sessions (not covered by insurance), EMDR Intensives (not covered by insurance) and EMDRIA Consultation for clinicians seeking Certification. I graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2016, earning a Master of Science in Professional Counseling. I have worked in a variety of settings from community mental health, crisis response, to group practices.

I always knew that I wanted to work with and help people. Therapy fell into my lap. I had some experiences that continued to make this feeling stronger. I have continued to do therapy because I have seen how much it is helped my clients. It is very rewarding and I am so fulfilled when doing therapy.

Hello! My name is KaRon Spriggs-Bethea. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have been practicing for about 5 years. I have a very eclectic background in the field which has made it enjoyable to help many different people. I work with individuals and couples. The services I provide are: anxiety/depression, gender identity and sexuality, and substance use/addiction. I am patient, empathetic and easy to talk to. I like to create a supportive and nurturing environment to help clients feel comfortable while working with me. Building trusting relationships and witnessing breakthroughs is something that makes this work very rewarding.

In my childhood I saw so much sadness and pain in the world. I felt compassion toward people who were struggling with feeling different, unaccepted and unloved.  Some were being ignored, neglected or abused. I didn’t want to ignore disturbing situations and the way I felt when I saw this. I just wanted to help in any way that I could. As a therapist I now have the skills and training to help people in difficult situations who want to move past their suffering. I see their strengths and ways to find solutions. I want to support my clients' path to living their best lives. 

Are you ready to make some changes? I’m a therapist with 25+ years of experience. I help clients with anxiety and trauma develop new skills and insights to feel calmer, confident and in control. If you are struggling with feeling fearful, nervous, overwhelmed, irritable and physically ill, I can help. Therapy can provide you with the tools to be your authentic self, improve relationships and just feel better.  I’m Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Professional and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Level II). I would love to speak with you about any questions you have and what you’d like to accomplish in therapy. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if we’d work well together. Let’s chat today. 

I became a therapist at 41 after teaching middle school for 11 years. Anxiety, depression, and stress during COVID led to complete burnout and led me to re-evaluate what I wanted my future to look like. I am a helper by nature and pivoting to mental health was a natural progression. COVID highlighted the absolute necessity of maintaining mental health wellness just like we would physical wellness. What motivates me to continue in mental health is my own journey to wellness and what that can look like for others who may not know where to start and just need someone to walk beside them on that journey.

Welcome! I am an emo/punk and art loving therapist in Georgia offering person-centered, empowerment-based counseling for adults.

I chose to become a therapist because I am passionate about helping people navigate through the vulnerable and challenging times in their lives.

Therapy participants at Say More MHC are likely women or those exploring their relationship with alcohol or drug use, seeking empowerment and personal growth. You may be experiencing issues related to gender inequality, societal pressures, stigma, addiction or personal trauma. You may be seeking to understand and challenge the systemic factors affecting your mental health or drug use to reclaim your voice and autonomy for a healthier lifestyle. I provide a collaborative therapeutic relationship where your experiences and perspectives are validated and respected. We can explore identity, relationships, and life choices through the lens of feminist theory while incorporating other evidence based practices like motivational interviewing, DBT & CBT to reach your specific goals. I understand how challenging it can be to navigate life’s difficulties, especially when dealing with issues like substance use or emotional struggles. I’m here to offer a supportive, empowering environment where your experiences are validated and your strengths are nurtured. Together, we can work towards your goals & build the life you envisioned.

I’ve always felt drawn to mental health because the need for support continues to grow beyond measure. Becoming a therapist felt like an incredible opportunity to use my skills to help people process their experiences and empower them to create lasting, meaningful change in their lives.

I’m a Clinical Therapist at Health and Healing Therapy and I work with teens and adults 18 – 30 years old who are working through various wanted and unwanted transitions, changes, and challenges of life. I am grateful for the opportunity to help assist and support people as they are going through some of the most painful, unknown, and difficult times of their lives.