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

Megan EnyartM

Megan Enyart

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Online & In-Person
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I became a psychiatric mental health nurse because I am passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives. My journey in healthcare began with a desire to help others, and over the years, I have seen the profound impact that compassionate, personalized care can have on an individual's well-being. Founding Tri-State Progressive Health was a natural extension of this passion, allowing me to create a practice that integrates primary and mental health care to provide holistic support for my patients. What motivates me to continue is the incredible resilience and courage I see in my patients every day. Witnessing their progress and being part of their journey towards better health is immensely rewarding. Each success story, no matter how small, reinforces my commitment to this work. My mission is to empower my patients to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives, and this mission drives me to continuously learn, grow, and provide the best possible care.
Welcome to my profile! I'm Megan Enyart, a compassionate Nurse Practitioner certified in both primary and mental health care. My mission is to deliver personalized, evidence-based care to people from all walks of life. My journey as provider in healthcare began at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, where I honed my skills across various units including the ICU and emergency department. My hands-on experience with critical care and general medicine has equipped me with a robust set of clinical skills that I bring to my practice every day. Prior to my experience as a provider, I was a nurse in various roles within the hospital. In 2021, I took the leap to establish Tri-State Progressive Health, where I oversee both the business side and patient care. I manage a wide range of health needs, from mental health support to acute medical conditions, ensuring that each patient receives the attention and treatment they deserve. Additionally, at Signify Health, I focus on preventive care through wellness screenings, helping patients stay ahead of health issues by offering practical advice and coordinating necessary follow-up care. Whether it's navigating a complex diagnosis or simply maintaining good health, I'm here to guide you with clear communication and a caring approach. Let's work together towards your best health!
Frederica JohnsonF

Frederica Johnson

Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Therapy
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I became a therapist because I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. Witnessing clients overcome obstacles, grow, and improve their mental well-being motivates me every day. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and am committed to supporting my clients in achieving their fullest potential.
Welcome! I'm a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, holding certifications in both Louisiana (#7879) and Texas (#92774), as well as being a National Certified Counselor (#1499769). I have worked in the mental health field for over 14 years and my expertise is related to working with individuals who are experiencing grief, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger, self-esteem issues, etc. I specialize in working with all ages. My therapeutic focus is person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which my clients are able to fully express their thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential environment without judgment. My goal is to assist individuals in working towards fulfilling their fullest potential by successfully accomplishing goals that will help them to gain a new perspective on life. Over the years, I have enjoyed seeing the progress of my clients and it gives me hope in working with other individuals who are looking to improve their overall mental health.
Jason FiersteinJ

Jason Fierstein

Counselor of Men and Couples
Online & In-Person
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
In order to explain what I do, I’d like to tell you about a struggle I once had. For years, I felt uncomfortable in my own skin and uncomfortable around women. I was stressed, ate poorly, and generally didn’t take care of myself. I wasn’t a great communicator, and typically concealed a lot of what I wanted and needed without showing those things to others. I was too scared too. When those needs asserted themselves in problematic ways, they created distress in my relationships. Because I didn’t know how to express my needs effectively, I ended up frustrating others and creating depression for myself. Women didn’t want to hang out with me, because they sensed that I didn’t really want to hang out with myself. Life was not so good. I began to change these things by working with a counselor who helped me learn to express myself clearly and get my relationship needs met. I learned how to communicate more effectively and assertively and stopped creating the relationship problems that used to hinder my success. And you know what happened? My life transformed. I made major changes in my thinking and my behavior and, as a result, my relationships with others turned around. I began to like myself a lot more. I felt much more comfortable in my own skin, and more at ease with myself. I stopped creating many of the problems that I accused others of creating and doing to me. I started to get happy. My friends and family noticed — and my relationships were better than ever. People liked the new me — and I liked the new me! At this point, I realized that I needed to help other men to do the same thing that I did for myself. I really wanted to work with men who were struggling in their relationships, and in their lives. I wanted to help men rediscover their voice where they may have lost it, or never known that they possessed it. I wanted to show men that they don’t need to suffer in silence, and that they are capable of having more happy and successful lives than they may have thought possible. Through better communication, tearing down their “emotional walls”, and learning to meet their own needs in a healthy way, I aim to create healthier and emotionally stronger men who stop incessantly thinking about their problems, and start dealing with the problems head-on. I want to give men the right tools to use in their lives so they can say to themselves: “life is good.”
Counseling for Men and Couples. We specialize in working with men and men's issues, such as depression and anxiety, work and career related issues, marriage and couples counseling, divorce issues, infidelity, anger management and nice guy/people pleasers issues. We strive to help men and couples have the kind of lives and relationships that they really want. We look forward to helping you, and visit our website to book an online intake appointment today.
Jonathan CadwellJ

Jonathan Cadwell

MS, MEd, Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Therapy
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I found from an early age that I really enjoy helping others. Now I can do that from a professional standpoint.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor holding degrees in Master’s of Education in Counseling, Student Affairs and Master’s of Science in Counseling from Texas A&M University-Commerce. I am a member of the Texas Counseling Association (TCA) and the International Association for Sandtray Therapy (IAST). Since 2002, I have participated in the mental health and social fields by performing services for behavioral/mental health wellness, alcohol/substance abuse, family systems, career counseling plus consulting/facilitating group therapies which contribute to an enlightened understanding of situations from multiple perspectives. I am trained in numerous traditional modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Person-Centered Therapy and has experience utilizing Anger Management techniques. I also offer the unique, nontraditional form of Sandtray Therapy where sand and miniatures activate the nonverbal way of thinking increasing capacity for self-expression, self-awareness and communication development. I am currently attending a training course for certification in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals. I work with middle/late adolescents (ages 15+) and adults to identify individual, couple and family needs. I create personalized plans with clients to address depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, trauma, emotional awareness, adjustment/change, behavioral and emotional disturbances as well as many other life hurdles. I look forward to working with you to create the most effective treatment course to help you overcome your unique challenges.
Stacie GarciaS

Stacie Garcia

LPC Associate, NCC
Online & In-Person
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I have worked 22 years in special education with neurodivergent, emotional disturbance, and behavioral struggles. I became a therapist after losing a brother to suicide, mother grieving, and being a single mother. I want to help other with depression and anxiety as it motivates me to see the progress in their mental health and increase their self-esteem.
Parents want what is best for their child and they want someone that will let their child learn and explore their experiences in a safe environment. You want to learn how to support your child/adolescent at home by gaining resources and tools that will improve relationships and behaviors. I help individuals, groups, parents, children, adolescents, and adults navigate through their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I work with issues of depression, grief, anxiety, behavior, self-harm, suicidality, and neurodiversity. You want someone that will listen and assist you in meeting your goals and I will guide you along the way. With a diversified approach using modalities such as trauma-focused CBT, child-centered play therapy, animal assisted therapy, and cognitive behavioral theory, I teach the client how to recognize that thoughts can change their feelings and emotions in various situations which can then induce adverse behaviors and body sensations. My goal is to help clients process trauma and teach how to implement strategies to build healthy thought patterns leading to a foundation for lifelong resilience and well-being. Neurodiverse people will learn skills to help with relationships/friendships, social cues, perspectives, and emotional regulations. I'm ready to meet and support you!