Client Age: Senior Adults (65+)

Derek Smith

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: office@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: Derek is a post-graduate student from the counseling program at the University of North Texas, where he received his Master’s in Science in Clinical Counseling in 2020. He also received his Master of Arts in Theological Studies in 2015 and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2002. Derek was a pastor for fifteen years and has worked with various age groups ranging from infants to older adults. Furthermore, he has gained experiential insight through serving and contributing to many international and local communities through church mission trips. Derek has 20 years of creative art experience, which he has a passion for using in counseling – for clients to build insight, awareness, and safety. He believes that counseling through a holistic, integrative approach would help fill a void that many churches are experiencing, and he hopes to bring broader understanding and empathy between mental health and spiritual/religious care. Derek has also worked with a unique population in his graduate internship at the Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehabilitation-Frisco, counseling a wide variety of individuals who had traumatic brain injuries.

Derek offers a diverse and wide range of counseling options. Derek specializes in working with teens, college & adults dealing with trauma, grief, anxiety disorders, depression, guilt, shame, addictions, couples, and family counseling. He is also experienced with teens and young adults experiencing life transition struggles, as well as the LGBTQ population and older adults with end of life decisions. Derek pulls from a variety of theories when working with individuals, including: Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Attachment Theory, Art Therapy, Gottman Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Narrative, Dreamwork as well as Solution-Based Therapy.
A native Texan, Derek was adopted and raised in Dallas and has lived in the DFW area his whole life. Being raised by adoptive parents gave Derek an intimate working knowledge of children who are raised by adoptive parents and the challenges that both the parent and child could experience.

To schedule an appointment, email office@hopeworkscounseling.org or call the office 972.212.9175. Go to Website hopeworkscounseling.org

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Premarital Counseling;Trauma / PTSD;Anxiety;Depression;Grief & Loss;Addiction / Recovery;Parenting / Family Dynamics;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Identity / Self-worth;Spiritual Counseling;Suicide & Crisis ;EMDR ;ADHD;

Accepts Insurance: Yes

Types of Insurance Accepted: Blue Cross & Blue Shield ;Cigna ;United Health ;Aetna;

Sliding Scale Offered: Yes

Self-Pay Rate: $150 per Hour

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Christie Dixon

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: cdixon@hopeworkscounseling.org

About:

I’m a licensed therapist specializing in trauma, addiction, and adoption-related challenges. I am trained in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing); I help clients process difficult experiences, manage emotions, and build healthier coping skills.
Sessions are personalized and practical: we focus on your current struggles, explore underlying patterns, and develop tools to improve emotional regulation, relationships, and overall well-being. Techniques may include ART, EMDR, DBT, REBT, experiential exercises, and art therapy, tailored to your needs.
In a safe, supportive environment, you’ll gain clarity, resilience, and actionable strategies for lasting change. Together, we’ll work toward emotional freedom, mental wellness, and meaningful progress—one step at a time.
I am trained in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

To schedule an appointment, text 2147382958,email cdixon@hopeworkscounseling.org or call 9722129175.

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Trauma /PTSD;Anxiety;Depression;Parenting / Family Dynamics;Addiction / Recovery;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Suicide & Crisis ;EMDR ;Identity / Self-worth;Marriage / Couples;

Accepts Insurance: No

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-Case Basis

Self-Pay Rate: $135 per Session

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Bethany Sanders, LCSW

Practice Name:Bethany Sanders Therapy, PLLC

Email: Bethany@bethanysanderstherapy.com

About: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, individuals and couples. Some areas I specialize in include life transitions, grief and loss, faith struggles or hurts, and relational challenges. I tend to work from a psychodynamic lense, looking at the deeper origins of pains or struggles to better understand why we make the choices we do now. I incorporate faith in the work as much as the client wishes.

It’s an honor to walk alongside anyone needing support. Feel free to reach out and we can discuss goals and needs to see if we are the right fit.

Call or text 972-493-6731 or email to set up an appointment.

Website: Bethanysanderstherapy.com

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Premarital Counseling;Anxiety;Depression;Grief & Loss;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Identity / Self-worth;Spiritual Counseling;Suicide & Crisis ;Domestic Violence ;

Accepts Insurance: No

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-Case Basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150 per 45 minute session for individuals or couples. Premarital Course: 8 sessions for $800. Other arrangements can be made on case by case basis.

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes, online only evening appointments.

Linda Ryan-Holbeck

Practice Name: Urban Cottage Counseling

Email: sanmateo58@gmail.com

About: I have been a therapist for nearly 25 years. I have been trained as a trauma therapist, however, am experienced in treating all mental health issues. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is of utmost importance. While knowledge of therapy modalities is definitely important, a good fit between therapist and client is essential. My belief in and relationship with God drives my passion for meeting the needs of my clients. I am very straightforward in my approach to therapy. Having been trained as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist I am always going to align with truth and help my clients through whatever painful truths are revealed.

Call or text 713-306-5750 to set up an appointment.

Website: Psychologytoday.com

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Premarital Counseling;Trauma / PTSD;Anxiety;Depression;Grief & Loss;Parenting / Family Dynamics;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Identity / Self-worth;Spiritual Counseling;Suicide & Crisis ;Domestic Violence ; I am certified in trauma therapy- both Cognitive Processing Therapy and Exposure Therapy. Additionally, certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness and Grief, and a facilitator for Prepare & Enrich Premarital Counseling. My expertise is women and trauma and women’s issues ;

Accepts Insurance: I provide a Superbill for clients to submit to their insurance company upon request

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-Case Basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150 per individual session; $185+ couples and families

Currently Accepting New Clients: I have a waitlist at this time until the first of the year but can often get someone in if urgent need;

RuthAnn Riggle

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email:rriggle@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: I am a certified Christian Life Coach and Pastoral Counselor. My approach centers on guiding individuals through a transformative process. Having personally experienced the life-changing power of uncovering the root causes of mental, emotional, and spiritual pain, I found freedom and identity in Christ. I am deeply passionate about guiding others toward discovering their identity and freedom in Christ. While change is often challenging, I am committed to offering God’s grace, support, and encouragement on the journey to spiritual and emotional wholeness.

“It is for freedom that Christ set you free.” (Ephesians 5:1) Jesus deeply desires for all of us to live a life of freedom IN Him! (2 Cor. 5:17). You can be free!

Call 972-212-9175 to set up an appointment.

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas:Premarital Counseling;Parenting / Family Dynamics;Identity / Self-worth;Spiritual Counseling;Marriage / Couples;Anxiety;Grief & Loss; boundaries, life transitions, religious trauma, personal & career growth;

Accepts Insurance: No

Sliding Scale Offered: Yes

Self-Pay Rate: $100 per Session

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Angela Startz

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: Angela@called2rise.com

About: I am a dual-certified trauma-informed mental health and relationship Christian coach. I blend faith, Scripture, and sound therapeutic techniques to foster hope and healing while empowering Christians to grow and develop their relationship with Christ. I specialize marriage restoration, personal healing, and divorce support.

I offer 15-minute consultations.

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Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Spiritual Counseling;Life Coaching

Accepts Insurance: No

Sliding Scale Offered: No

Self-Pay Rate: $135 per Hour

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Rachel Ellington, LPC, LCDC

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: rellington@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: For the first several years of my career, I worked in maximum security juvenile corrections. This taught me a lot about the resistance that can happen and how difficult therapy can be, especially when its court ordered. However, if you are a person who wants to move forward, who wishes to get better, who works to live happier, you deserve a standing ovation. The first step towards self-discovery is always the hardest. Whether you feel lonely, depressed, stressed, or just sort of a mess, I would love to support you. I am passionate about helping people overcome their mental health and substance use challenges to achieve their personal and professional goals.

“A failure is not always a mistake; it may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying.” – B.F. Skinner
Email to make an appointment.

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Trauma / PTSD;Anxiety;Depression;Addiction / Recovery;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);

Accepts Insurance: Yes

Type of Insurance Accepted: Cigna

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-Case Basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150 per Hour

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes