Online or In-Person: Online

Andrea Schultz, M.Ed., LPC-S, RPT-S

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: aschultz@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: Andrea Schultz has specialized in counseling services for children, adolescents, and families for more than 30 years. She received her Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of North Texas. Andrea is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. She is also a Certified AutPlay® Therapist, having completed specialized training in adapting the principles of play therapy to working with autistic children. Andrea holds advanced licensure as a board-approved clinical supervisor for therapists in training.

Andrea’s experience includes 16 years at the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, a recognized leader in the field of abuse and trauma, where she served as a therapist and clinical supervisor. She has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and families in the areas of abuse, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, blended-family issues, and parent-child relationship issues. She is experienced in the treatment of childhood anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, school difficulties, and a variety of behavioral issues. While Andrea specializes in work with children, adolescents, and families, she is also experienced in the treatment of adults with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, adjustment, and life-transition issues.
Andrea has unique experience in the creative and innovative use of Animal assisted Therapy (AAT). Research shows that contact with a therapy animal can help reduce anxiety and may even allow a client to benefit from therapy more quickly. The use of AAT is especially helpful with children and adolescents who may be anxious about or resistant to treatment.
We all have different life-experiences. Andrea believes that the way we perceive these experiences can have a powerful impact on our thinking, moods and behaviors. We may not have control over everything that happens in life but we can learn to make positive changes in the way we think, feel and respond to situations. We can choose not to let negative experiences from the past define who we are or how we live in the present. With an approach that is both supportive and solution-focused, Andrea helps clients heal and develop the skills they need to resolve challenges, achieve goals, and make positive changes for the future.
For those families that approach their lives and resolve their challenges from a faith-based perspective, Andrea’s own Christian faith allows her to understand and work with them in a way that honors their values and belief system.

Call the scheduling desk at 972-212-9175 or go online at hopeworkscounseling.org to request an appointment.

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Parenting / Family Dynamics;Registered Play Therapist; Child, Adolescent, and Family Issues; Divorce and Blended Family Issues; Childhood Behavioral Issues;

Accepts Insurance: No.

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Robert Samczuk

Practice Name: Hopeworks Counseling

Email: roberts@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: My ideal client is ready to honestly examine their core beliefs, build real-world resilience, and gain the agency to make choices aligned with their values. Our work is a structured, collaborative partnership. The goal is to move you from feeling stuck to flourishing with moral clarity, authentic purpose, and lasting inner peace.

To schedule an appointment, call (972) 212-9175.

Website:hopeworkscounseling.org/

Specialty Areas: Anxiety;Depression;Grief & Loss;

Accepts Insurance: Yes

Insurance Types: Blue Cross & Blue Shield ;Cigna ;United Health ;

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Lydia Shen

Practice Name:The Restoring Place

Email: therestoringplace@lydiashen.com

About: From striving for perfection to rest in the freedom of authenticity and grace, Lydia’s journey is one of transformation. Growing up in a culture where emotions were rarely expressed, she learned early on to appear “put together” while quietly struggling inside. Through her own process of healing, Lydia got to experience the freedom of emotional honesty and God’s heart for restoration—a process that deeply shapes the way she walks with her clients today.

Originally from China, Lydia earned a Master of Science in Cognitive Neuroscience before moving to Dallas to complete her Master of Arts in Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary. This blend of scientific training, theological depth, and lived cross-cultural experience gives her a unique perspective in understanding both the emotional and spiritual dimensions of healing.
Lydia specializes in couples counseling and trauma recovery, with a particular focus on cross-cultural relationships and individuals navigating cultural or identity transitions. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—approaches that help clients restore safety, connection, and hope.
Lydia believes healing begins when we feel seen and understood, and her passion is helping people rebuild connection—with themselves, with others, and with God.
Married for over a decade and a mother of three energetic boys, Lydia values family, authenticity, and faith. She considers it an honor to walk alongside individuals and couples who desire to grow in emotional health, relational wholeness, and a renewed sense of God’s peace in their story.

 

To schedule an appointment, call 469-608-1038, email therestoringplace@lydiashen.com or use the booking site here.

Website: lydiashen.com/

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Premarital Counseling;Trauma / PTSD;Identity / Self-worth;EMDR ;Spiritual Counseling;Anxiety;Depression;

Accepts Insurance: No (Works with Lyra)

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $185 per 50-Minute Session

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Caroline Haeger, LPC

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: chaeger@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: Caroline believes that the healing process is unique to each individual, and that lives can change from surviving to actually thriving. Her heart is to meet clients where they are emotionally, mentally, and spiritually throughout the counseling process, without bias or judgment. Caroline’s Christian faith allows her to counsel clients who are seeking a faith-based perspective on their issues. She utilizes various counseling methods, such as person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, and EMDR, to tailor treatment to fit the client’s needs and issues. Caroline has received advanced training in utilizing EMDR with children, teens, and adults.

To schedule an appointment, call 972-212-9175 or use the website.

Website:hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Trauma / PTSD;Anxiety;Depression;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);EMDR ;Identity / Self-worth;Suicide & Crisis ;

Accepts Insurance: No.

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $150 per 50-Minute Session

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Claire Wilson, MS, LPC Associate

Practice Name: Embrace Grace Counseling Services, PLLC

Email: claire@embracegracecounseling.com

About: Claire Wilson is an empathetic, compassionate counselor who is dedicated to meeting her clients where they are by creating a nonjudgmental, warm environment for her clients to be themselves. Her passion is to foster an environment for healing and hope for your future. She believes lasting change begins when an individual can be unapologetically themselves and truly heard within a judgment-free space.

Claire counsels adolescents (13+) and adults and specializes in depression and anxiety, life transitions, self esteem, teen issues, and trauma.

To schedule an appointment, email me.

Website: embracegracecounseling.com

Specialty Areas: Anxiety;Depression;Identity / Self-worth;Trauma / PTSD;Grief & Loss;

Accepts Insurance: No.

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $100 per 50-Minute Session

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Kim Jones

Practice Name: HopeWorks Counseling

Email: kjones@hopeworkscounseling.org

About: With over 23 years of experience working with children and adolescents in the education sector, I have dedicated my career to guiding young people on their journey of growth and healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, my passion lies in helping children, adolescents, and their families discover the tools and strengths they possess to overcome challenges and thrive. My approach to therapy is grounded in Christian faith, utilizing Biblical principles to support the emotional and spiritual well-being of my clients. I believe that everyone needs help at some point in their life, and my goal as a therapist is to be that source of support for both my clients and their parents. I strive to create a safe, inviting, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can feel comfortable exploring their emotions and finding the help they need on their unique journey. Whether you’re a child, adolescent, or adult, I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges and work toward healing and growth.

To schedule an appointment, email me at kjones@hopeworkscounseling.org or call 972-212-9175.

Website: hopeworkscounseling.org

Specialty Areas: Anxiety;Depression; Identity/Self-worth;Spiritual Counseling; Suicide & Crisis

Accepts Insurance: No.

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $135

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Brad Ashley

Practice Name: Healing Journey Counseling

Email: brad@healingjourneytherapy.com

About: I specialize in helping men who struggle with unwanted sexual behavior and helping couples heal from relationship trauma, whether that trauma stems from challenges within a marriage or past experiences that have been brought into the relationship. Together, we can work to uncover the root causes of your struggles, whether it’s unaddressed emotional pain, unhealthy coping mechanisms, or the underlying beliefs that continue to drive your actions. While my specialty includes relationship trauma and men struggling with unwanted sexual behaviors, my clinical experience includes treatment of a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and multiple compulsive/addictive behaviors.

In addition to running Healing Journey Counseling, my wife Leah and I run the Sexual Integrity and Betrayal Trauma Ministry at Cottonwood Creek Church. My educational background includes a BS in Psychology from Texas A&M University and a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. We have 2 beautiful children and love being anywhere outdoors.

To schedule an appointment, email me.

Website: healingjourneytherapy.com

Specialty Areas: Marriage / Couples;Premarital Counseling;Addiction / Recovery;Identity / Self-worth;Depression;Anxiety;Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual);Trauma / PTSD;

Accepts Insurance: No. Offer Superbilling for clients to submit for reimbursement;

Sliding Scale Offered: Case-by-case basis

Self-Pay Rate: $138/50 min

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

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.