Today, I’m a therapist. I used to be a public policy professional and an elite athlete.

Through one-on-one individual therapy and small group therapy, I help my clients begin a journey of upward movement through performance counseling. Whether you are an athlete, a student striving for academic achievement, or an individual seeking career growth, performance counseling can help you reach the next level. I believe this starts with some personal disclosure as you deserve to know my own stories of upward movement. I graduated with Phi Beta Kappa honors from Purdue University, where I was a three-time Olympic Trials qualifier, two-time Honorable Mention All-America, and proud Team Captain as a member of the Purdue Women’s Swim Team. After graduating from Purdue, I took the lessons I’d learned as a student-athlete into the “real world,” where I lived a life full of juggled priorities for many years. I was a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Public Policy Professional by day, and by night, a master’s student, and by weekend, a clinician completing my practicum work. After graduating with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health from the University of North Texas and completing my LPC training, I continued to juggle my public policy world with my clinical world for several years. It’s been my life’s dream to move away from a juggled professional focus and start a therapy practice, one that I am proud to realize as a co-founder of Mind Moving Therapy.

In addition to Performance Counseling, I am a Certified Autism Specialist and love working with neurodivergent thinkers.

I believe in Temple Grandin’s declaration, “I am different, not less.” If you are looking for growth or emotional healing and are living a neurodivergent experience, or share attributes with Autism or ADHD, I would love to help! My goal is for you to feel heard, respected, and to help you find growth in your relationships and personal wellness. I have worked with individuals with autism since before I was a licensed clinician.  My passion for working with this population extends into years of clinical practice in various settings, including inpatient hospital, intensive outpatient, women's shelter, community clinic, and for the last six years, in private practice. 

Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time outside hiking, walking, swimming, performing yoga, and reading. You could also find me flipping through comic books, watching anime shows, or relaxing on my back porch.

I offer telehealth, walk and talk and outdoor seated therapy in nature, and in-office therapy in Dallas. I also offer telehealth in Minnesota.

Texas License Number: 79509

Minnesota License Number: 2579

NPI Number: 1033695747

Jamie Sarten is a graduate of the University of North Texas, where she earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas State University. Jamie utilizes a Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach. Jamie is a trauma-informed therapist and is EMDR-trained.

Jamie worked in the public school system for eight years.

Jamie spent much of her career working concurrently in private practice and within the school setting. Now fully dedicated to treating clients outside of the school setting, Jamie is skilled at tailoring treatment plans to fit unique and varied needs. Jamie’s sense of humor and gentleness aid in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and collaborative environment for her clients.

A Message from Jamie to Individuals Seeking Therapy:

Therapy is not easy, and it takes a lot of courage to ask for help. The therapeutic relationship with your counselor matters, and I believe through positive connections and meaningful relationships, healing can happen. My therapeutic method is tailored to each client, guiding them to address their challenges, establish realistic goals, and develop healthy coping strategies. I incorporate evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, solution focused therapy and EMDR-therapy.

My ultimate goal is to help guide and support my clients during times of discomfort and uncertainty. My sense of humor and gentleness aid in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and collaborative environment for my clients.

A Message to Concerned Parents Seeking Therapy for Their Teen:

There is no perfect handbook on how to raise a teen. It can feel exhausting and daunting trying to understand why your teen is struggling. You may even blame yourself for your teen’s problems. I am here to provide support, comfort, and helpful coping strategies to assist your teen and help strengthen your relationship with your child. You do not have to figure this out all on your own, and I am more than happy to support you and your child through the wild ride of adolescence.

Jamie offers telehealth, walk and talk and outdoor seated therapy in nature, and in-office therapy in Dallas.

Texas License Number: 78603

NPI Number: 1649803958

Aricka Marshall is a graduate of the University of North Texas at Denton, where she earned her Master of Science in School Counseling. Aricka utilizes a Solution-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, helping individuals and groups create personal growth and healing, while strengthening their interpersonal relationships.

With more than 20 years of experience as a therapist, Aricka has experience working with many diverse populations and mental health diagnoses.

Aricka has worked in the school counseling setting for more than 15 years, helping adolescents grow through a wide range of issues, from anxiety, depression, parent conflict, authority conflict, autism, ADHD, and relationship and identity issues. She has been working as a therapist with a specialty in teen issues since she began counseling individuals while working at a community clinic at the University of North Texas in 20O4. She also has a passion for helping young adults who are going through large life transitions and are needing additional, professional support as they adapt to new surroundings. Aricka primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy with her clients to help them create a set of actions and behaviors that may serve them through any transition.

Grief, traumatic grief, and trauma – these are difficult issues that we can tackle together.  

Another area of expertise for Aricka is in processing and moving through experiences of grief, traumatic grief, and trauma. She specializes in helping individuals redefine past experiences to create a new lens of focus for a path forward. Aricka has worked in a UNT Community Clinic, serving individuals from all walks of life, including the geriatric population, who found it difficult to live life after the loss of spouses and childhood friends. Additionally, Aricka worked for two years as a volunteer Counselor at Dawson State Jail, working with incarcerated women who had experienced various traumas, including but not limited to, sexual assault, gun violence, drug addiction, and separation from their children now in foster care. Aricka also trained as a Liaison Counselor at the Rape Crisis Center. Her longest tenure has been working in the public-school setting where she worked with high school students who struggle to navigate their personal, social, cultural, and educational environments.

Aricka graduated Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Science in Education from Texas Tech University, 1990. Outside of her role as a therapist, Aricka enjoys reading, gardening, watching football, and most of all spending time with family.

Aricka offers telehealth, walk and talk, outdoor seated, and in-office therapy in Plano, Texas.

Texas License Number: 79047

NPI Number: 1104573559

Laura Lewis is a graduate of Texas Woman’s University, where she earned her Master of Science in Counseling and Development. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Texas. Laura utilizes a Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach. Being a part of the BIPOC community also positively influences her open-mindedness towards others and increases her empathy towards those from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

Laura has worked over the past 5 years in multiple mental health settings, which has contributed to her confidence in her knowledge and therapy techniques. Over the past 5 years, Laura has worked in a private practice setting, an outpatient facility for adolescents, rehabilitation center, and a psychiatric hospital. She also has experience teaching Special Education, which provided a focus on helpful strategies for ADHD and Autism populations. Now fully dedicated to treating her clients solely in the private practice setting, Laura is skilled at creating personalized treatment plans to fit unique and various needs. Laura’s unconditional positive regard and sense of humor create a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment for her clients.

A message from Laura to Individuals Seeking Therapy:

Whether it's anxiety, depression, or life changes, we as humans tend to think we're “okay” as long as we get through the day. Yet burying these difficulties doesn't heal them and triggering factors will remain. You're not alone in feeling this way! It takes courage to seek help and I want to applaud you for taking this first step. Now let’s work together on truly finding your healing! I am passionate about helping others and will personalize a counseling plan for you that matches your goals for therapy. I think of therapy as a journey towards one’s wellness. I will be a fellow traveler throughout your personal journey.

I often utilize two modalities: Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Throughout my years in the mental health field, I have found these strategies to be significant in providing the environment and tools needed for my clients’ self-exploration and self-growth process. I also believe in providing unconditional positive regard to my clients. This is the ability to be nonjudgmental, to empathize and be caring, and create a safe place conducive to your healing process. A strong client-counselor relationship is also important in the therapeutic process, and it will take the client’s active involvement in order to achieve one's goals.

It is important to me for you to know how much I truly care about each and every one of my clients. It is okay to be scared or unsure of how this process will go. Just know I will continue to use my expertise, unconditional positive regard, and more than likely some humor, as your guide on this self-healing journey. I look forward to beginning this journey with you soon.

Laura offers telehealth for all Texans.

Texas License Number: 82164

NPI Number: 1275232530

As a mental health therapist, I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to my practice, drawing from over 12 years of experience in various professional settings. With a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from the University of Oklahoma, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their journey towards healing and growth.

I love working with neurodivergent thinkers, both teens and adults. I began working with this population in the Special Education department in the high school setting.

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of serving as a therapist and Clinical Director for an inpatient/outpatient treatment program, a part of the Special Education department and as a Crisis Counselor in the high school setting, and as an individual and family therapist in private practice. My passion lies in working with adolescents and adults facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, ADHD, autism, anxiety, trauma, parenting difficulties, and relationship issues.

In therapy, I believe in the power of collaboration and empowerment. I offer a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR) to help individuals heal past traumas and overcome life's obstacles.

From our Clinical Director:

“Heather is our go-to for clients with complex needs and comorbidities, including autism and trauma. When seeing an adolescent with complex needs, she collaborates well with the parents to ensure the family is working together!”

Our practice often receives referrals to work with individuals who have complex needs, perhaps including multiple diagnosis and situational stressors. I have the expertise and background to truly help individuals with more complex cases, and I enjoy tackling multifaceted mental health issues using a tailored approach with each client. Drawing from progressive psychotherapy, neuroscience, and mind-body research, I provide a personalized therapeutic experience that fosters growth, self-discovery, and lasting change.

I offer online sessions, making therapy accessible and convenient for my clients. If you're ready to take the first step towards healing and transformation, I warmly invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation. Together, we can embark on a journey of self-exploration, empowerment, and hope.

Heather offers telehealth for all Texans.

Texas License Number: 58478

NPI Number: 1255856316

When I first began helping individuals with their goals and mental health, I began in the collegiate athletics setting. While working with collegiate athletes, I supported championship-bowl winning football athletes.

Today, I continue to love working with young college-aged adults, as well as teens and adults of all ages. It was important to me to fully pursue my educational training as I followed my dream to become a therapist. I graduated with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Auburn University, and then I graduated with a PhD in Educational Leadership and Research from Louisiana State University. While completing my masters and doctoral degrees, I worked in various roles, both clinical and nonclinical, within the higher education community. I consider my most fulfilling roles during this time to include working as a therapist in Athletic Counseling services and working with children in Chile on topics such as stress management and self-esteem building. I also received the 2019 Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA) Rising Star award while working on my doctorate.

Many of my clients have never seen a therapist before. It’s my goal to offer support to populations who may feel nervous to receive mental health treatment, because we all deserve to feel well, both physically and mentally.

Some of my most common issues in the therapy room include trauma recovery, anxiety prevention and maintenance, depression reduction, grief and loss, career decisions, ADHD and related neurodivergent traits, and men’s issues. Keeping in line with current evidence-based best practices in counseling, I draw from a cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy treatment modality to help my clients develop effective coping skills and sustain balance and focus in their personal, professional, and family life. I believe the presence of vulnerability creates the best therapeutic relationship!

Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time outside, walking, playing golf, weightlifting, and reading. You could also find me at most sporting events, in a movie theater, or enjoying live music.

I offer telehealth, walk and talk and outdoor seated therapy in nature, and in-office therapy in Dallas.

Texas License Number: 93258

Of NPI Number: 1316719792