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About My Clients
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, health concerns, or major life transitions? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide anxiety therapy for adolescents and adults who feel overloaded with persistent worry, life changes, or chronic health conditions that make it difficult to move forward. In therapy, we focus on helping you gain clarity, build practical coping skills, and develop the confidence to navigate life’s challenges in a healthier way.
My Background and Approach
I earned my Master’s degree from Amberton University and bring a diverse professional background to my counseling work. My experience as a certified special education teacher and former Parole Officer helped me develop strong skills in communication, crisis support, behavior management, and helping people navigate difficult life challenges with compassion and respect. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I provide affirming therapy for clients facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions. I also bring more than 40 years of lived experience managing Type 1 Diabetes, giving me personal insight into chronic illness, burnout, and emotional resilience. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthier coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change in their daily lives.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
As a lifelong Texan and resident of McKinney for more than 20 years, I bring both professional training and personal life experience into my work as a therapist. As a gay man, a husband of nearly 30 years, and someone living with Type 1 Diabetes, I understand the challenges that come with relationships, identity, stress, chronic illness, and life transitions. I believe therapy should be a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where people feel safe being themselves while gaining insight, building resilience, and finding practical solutions that fit their lives. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Jeff, and our three cats, who remind me daily of the importance of comfort, connection, and humor. I’m here when you’re ready to begin.