Our therapists offer PTSD & trauma therapy in Little Elm, TX

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years of experience supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and other life stressors. I believe people heal best when they feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach focuses on helping clients rediscover their inner strength, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change through a compassionate and empowering therapeutic relationship.

I earned a Master’s in Social Work from Saint Louis University, and I am licensed to practice in Texas, Missouri, and Illinois. I use a strengths-based approach and motivational interviewing to help clients identify their stage of change and build lifelong coping skills, especially when supporting perinatal clients on their postpartum journey.

I aim to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight, and grow in self-understanding. My goal is to guide individuals toward transformation and renewed perspective so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.

Ariel Burns is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. She specializes in treating adolescents (ages 12+), adults, and couples with a range of concerns including anxiety, mood and personality disorders, relationship issues, trauma, stress management, and self-harm. In addition, Ariel works with parents, minorities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community to address issues that are more likely to affect these populations specifically. She believes in tailoring therapy styles and resources to each client’s needs. Ariel also has previous experience in crisis intervention and substance use treatment.

Ariel received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University. She uses modalities including reality therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and Gottman methods.

Ariel partners with her clients to identify the causes of and brainstorm potential solutions to problems causing emotional distress. She is genuine, straightforward, and empathetic and is ready to start working toward your improved mental health! Reach out to Ariel today.