Have you been feeling overwhelmed lately? Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, or simply navigating a difficult life transition. If you’re in Edmond, Oklahoma, and nodding your head right now, you’re not alone. Many of us reach points in our lives where professional guidance can make all the difference. As a therapist who lives and works in Edmond, I know how important it is to find someone who understands your struggles and truly listens.
Why Counseling Matters
“Can’t I just talk to my friends about my problems?” I hear this question often. While supportive relationships are incredibly valuable, professional counseling offers something different: trained guidance, confidentiality, and tailored tools to help you heal and grow.
Counseling provides a safe, compassionate space to:
- Develop coping strategies for life’s challenges
- Gain clarity on complex emotions
- Break unhealthy patterns
- Build healthier relationships
- Navigate grief, trauma, and major life transitions
As someone who has worked with teens, couples, and individuals for over two decades, I’ve seen firsthand how therapy helps people move from stuck and overwhelmed to strong and confident.
Unique Needs in Edmond, OK
In Edmond, residents often face specific pressures—from the academic demands of UCO to the community’s high expectations around success and family life. Local counselors who understand these cultural dynamics can offer more relevant, targeted support. My work here is deeply rooted in understanding and responding to those local needs.
Counseling Services Available in Edmond
Whether you’re a teenager struggling with anxiety, a couple facing communication breakdown, or a parent concerned about your child’s behavior, Edmond has specialists who can help. I offer:
- Individual counseling
- Adolescent therapy
- Parent guidance sessions
- Couples therapy
- CBT for anxiety and depression
- Neurofeedback for ADHD, anxiety, and emotional regulation
We also have other resources across Edmond, including:
- Family therapy
- Group therapy
- Play therapy for children
- EMDR for trauma
How to Identify What You Need
Before jumping into therapy, take a few moments to ask yourself:
- What challenges am I facing?
- How long has this been going on?
- Have I tried other strategies before?
- Do I want my therapist to share my values, such as faith?
These reflections help us match your needs with the best therapeutic approach. Whether you want a faith-integrated process or prefer a traditional style, I work with you to find the right fit.
What Makes a Good Counselor?
Therapy works best when you feel safe, respected, and understood. Look for:
- Licensed credentials (like LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
- Experience with your specific issues
- A therapeutic style that fits your personality
- Ethical standards, including confidentiality and professionalism
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can get a feel for what working together would be like before committing.
Secular vs. Faith-Based Counseling
For many clients, the role of faith in therapy matters deeply. As someone with a ministry background, I offer faith-based counseling for those who want to integrate biblical principles and Christian values into their healing journey. Others prefer a strictly evidence-based approach—and that’s completely welcome too.
Faith-Based Counseling:
- Integrates spiritual growth with emotional healing
- Aligns therapeutic tools with biblical values
- Encourages hope, identity, and purpose rooted in faith
Secular Counseling:
- Focuses on psychological strategies and behavioral change
- Avoids spiritual language unless client-directed
- Ideal for those seeking traditional clinical methods
In my practice, I offer both—because your story, values, and goals guide the process.
Recommended Counseling Centers in Edmond
In addition to my private practice, Edmond offers several well-respected options:
- Edmond Family Counseling – Sliding scale, community-centered
- New Path 112 Counseling – Faith-based practice with a strong team
- Cornerstone Pediatric Therapy– Evaluation and OT and social groups
Making the First Appointment
When you’re ready, come to that first session with questions like:
- How do you approach therapy for my concern?
- What techniques do you use?
- What results should I expect over time?
A strong match between counselor and client sets the stage for healing. I’m always happy to answer questions and explain how our work together would unfold.
Paying for Counseling
Mental health is an investment—but it shouldn’t be out of reach. I operate as a private-pay provider and offer receipts (Superbills) that clients can submit to insurance for reimbursement. Other local options include:
- Insurance (BCBS, HealthChoice, Aetna, etc.)
- Sliding scale providers
- HSA/FSA use
- EAP programs via your employer
I take HealthChoice and Private Pay. If cost is a concern, let’s talk through options during your free call.
Online vs. In-Person Therapy
I offer both options to fit your life. Many clients find online sessions convenient and just as effective, while others appreciate the deeper focus of in-person work. We’ll choose what works best for you—and can switch as needed.
Final Thoughts: Take the First Step
If you’re here, you’re already on the path to something better. Whether you’re feeling anxious, exhausted, uncertain, or just in need of clarity—counseling can help.
I’m here to support you and your family with expertise, compassion, and care. or visit
