Our counselors provide therapy in Amarillo, TX

John Joslin is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (LPC-S, CCTP) from the International Association of Trauma Professionals with over 20 years of experience and success. John has experience working with adults who are suffering from anxiety, trauma, PTSD, abuse-related issues, low self-esteem, risky sexual behaviors, and oppositional defiance-related issues. 

He earned his Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance from Southwest Texas State University (Texas State University) and is experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy and brainspotting techniques. John has experience working in a residential treatment center, private practice settings, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and foster home residents and parents. 

He brings a common sense approach to therapy, utilizing a person’s strengths and motivation to facilitate change. John has extensive experience working together with children, adolescents, adults, and families to help them address life's obstacles together, as a team. 

Ronah Strand is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults address their life challenges to live more fulfilled lives. Ronah has ample experience working in hospital settings, mental health hospital settings, and private practice settings, thus giving her ample experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, major life transitions, substance use, schizophrenia, bipolar, and more.

Ronah completed her Master of Arts in Counseling at Southwestern Adventist University and her Ph.D. in Psychology at Capella University. She has ample professional experience working in hospital settings, mental health hospital settings, and private practice settings working with a large variety of clients and patients with mental health concerns, life stress, and work stress. This professional experience enables her to provide support and guidance to her clients. Ronah utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy.

We all go through life challenges, and you don’t have to go through them alone. Ronah is here to provide support and is confident that she would be able to guide you on your life journey of healing. Ronah is here to provide new tools that will allow you to cope with your daily struggles. No matter where you are at in your life journey, her hope is to create a safe environment focused on growing and healing. She would be honored to work with you if you are ready to put in the work! Schedule an appointment with her as soon as possible!

Hello, my name is Allison. I am an LPC licensed in Texas. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling at Houston Baptist University in 2019. While gaining my experience hours, I worked in both the hospital and private practice setting at the height of the pandemic. I have served patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting, both adolescents and adults across the lifespan, with mental health and substance abuse treatment. I have experience helping those with trauma, chronic health issues, LGBTQ+ and cultural concerns, and those struggling with recent life changes such as divorce, loss of a loved one, etc.

I utilize the DBT framework as it addresses changes clients may want to make as well as sharing skills that will help with acceptance, and the irreverent style still provides empathy and care allowing for clients to feel heard and not talked at. I also utilize CBT, ACT, EMDR, as well as addressing the mind-body connection.

I know how it feels to be looking for answers, to need a safe space to be yourself and figure out life's path. I hope to be part of that place for clients and look forward to being a part of your journey.

I am a therapist, who is being supervised by Christopher Hansen LPC-S, with a B.A. in Psychology from Texas A&M University and an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. My professional journey began in the nonprofit sector, where I recognized a gap in access to quality mental health care and was inspired to further my education to better serve those in need. I work with older adolescents, young adults, and individuals in later adulthood navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and other concerns. I strive to help each person feel understood while we work together toward personal growth.

My approach is tailored to each client's unique needs. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered, and trauma-focused approaches to provide care that's responsive. I believe meaningful progress happens within a collaborative relationship and creates lasting change that feels aligned with your goals.

I know how much courage it takes to open up and begin this process. I also know how important it is to feel genuinely seen, heard, and met with empathy. You deserve that kind of space. Therapy can be a powerful opportunity to create meaningful change in your life, and you don't have to do it alone. When you're ready, we can take that first step together.

Cris Amador is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in providing therapy and counseling services to children, teenagers, and adults who are dealing with issues related to mood, anxiety, trauma, stress, life changes, and personality disorders. Cris is an active LGBTQIA+ ally who has helped clients deal with issues related to sexuality, gender identity, and coming out. 

Cris completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Rice University and his Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology at the University of Houston–Clear Lake. As a counselor, Cris strives to create a warm and supportive environment for his clients to learn and grow as individuals. He approaches each client as a unique person and works with them to address their issues, meet their needs, and utilize their strengths through therapy.

Cris will collaborate with you to create a unique treatment plan that utilizes eclectic elements from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapies. He uses evidence-based assessments and treatments to make sure that you have the tools and support you need to heal, grow, and achieve.