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Southlake Integrative Counseling & Wellness

Our Passion

Our passion is to utilize compassion and therapeutic skills to invest in the lives of our patients to create powerful change. Change that invites peace, joy, confidence and relational achievement into the lives of our patients.

Our Approach

We take a direct and caring approach. We are solution focused, once the initial assessment is completed, we partner with the patient to develop a treatment plan with specific measurable objectives to meet their goals. our therapeutic approach heavily involves support and accountability. These are two imperative variables that lead to progress in meeting the patient’s goals.

Our Team

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Holly Gedwed, M.S.

LPC-Associate, LCDC, Supervised by Courtney Messina, LPC-S, LCDC

Holly has 14 years of experience as a clinician. Holly specializes in trauma and addiction. Holly graduated with a masters degree from University of Missouri-Columbia in 2010. Holly has extended experience in customizing therapeutic approaches for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, co dependency, trauma and substance abuse.

Each person is unique, we learn, grow, express and process differently. It's my practice to know each patient and identify the best modality of therapy and processing for their goals and desires. Specifically, practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

Unhealthy patterns that occur in our life provoke a need for change. Some settle and accept this, in therapy we can work together to break this cycle and enhance you're confidence, skill set and belief system for internal change that will impact external change.

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Angela Burns

LCDC

I have been a licensed counselor for over 10 years, with most of my experience being 12 years in residential chemical dependency treatment. I have worked with individuals and families to help get their lives back after having to deal with the crisis of active addiction in the home. Due to the level of co-occurring disorders with addiction, I have significant experience treating mental health disorders as well. I’m currently in a master’s program to obtain my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, with the expectation of obtaining my licensure as a Marriage/Family Therapist (LMFT). I am currently an independent contractor with Compassionate Solutions in Southlake, as well as Next Chapter Counseling in Rockwall

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Bailey Pittman

LPC

I am passionate about counseling because I love seeing a client find hope, relief, and realize their own strength and resiliency. My desire is to create an accepting, warm environment where clients can feel safe to be themselves and work on their personal struggles without feelings of shame or guilt. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, and couples who are struggling with trauma, addiction, body image, communication, grief, and everyday struggles. I have a special heart for those dealing with trauma, perfectionism, and relationship challenges. Based on my own experiences, I am able to empathize with the struggles related to insecurity, family conflict, and anxiety that so many face today. I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate under the supervision of Katie Nix, LPC-S.

Types of Therapy:

  • Individual therapy with adult women and men of all ages (20+)
  • Adolescent therapy with teens aged 12-19
  • Premarital/ Couples therapy
  • Sex Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
  • Expressive Arts Therapy
  • Walk and Talk sessions with us out in nature
  • Life coaching for clients who are psychologically stable and well-adjusted but need guidance
  • Women-specific issues
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Couples
  • Relationships and dating
  • Trauma therapy using EMDR
  • Grief and loss
  • Disordered eating
  • Life transitionson
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
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Amber D’Aquin

LPC-Associate, LCDC

Amber has over 8 years of concentrated experience helping adults impacted by the family disease of addiction and co-occuring issues.  Additionally, Amber specializes in working with people who struggle with Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders.  She also has a passion for helping people with Neurodevelopmental Disorders.  

Amber's style is person-centered, solution-focused and provides an open-minded environment for growth and change. She has a keen ability to identify and capitalize on strengths and skills creating a healthier level of functioning. This process reduces the power that struggles can have over you and creates an empowered state of being leading to a fullness in self esteem and life satisfaction.

Top Specialties:

  • Addiction/Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Coping Skills

    Other Specialties:

    • Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families
    • Anger Management
    • Anxiety
    • Behavioral or Process Addictions
    • Chronic Relapse
    • Codependency
    • Depression
    • Co-Occurring Diagnoses/Dual Diagnosis
    • Family Conflict
    • Grief
    • Mood Disorders
    • Relationship Issues
    • Self-Esteem and Self-Concept
    • Self-Harm
    • Stress
    • Suicidal Ideation

    Treatment Approach:

    “I primarily employ a blend of Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, often incorporating Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and Reality Therapy where appropriate, but I have experience using a variety of therapeutic modalities and can adjust my approach and interventions based upon your specific needs and goals.”

    Types of Therapy:

    • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
    • Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
    • Emotion-Focused
    • Family Systems
    • Humanistic
    • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Narrative
    • Neurodiversity-Affirming
    • Person-Centered
    • Positive Psychology
    • Choice Theory/Reality Therapy
    • Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT)
    • Strength-Based
    • Trauma-Informed

    FAQ's

    What can I expect in a Therapy?

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    You can expect direct and clear communication and undivided attention while we assess and identify needs for change.  A compassionate, collaborative perspective to help guide toward meeting set goals and aspirations through measurable markers.

    How much does it cost per session

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    The role of the mental health practitioner is to look beyond the symptoms of a client’s psychological and behavioral challenges to consider all possible influencing factors, as well as co-morbidities.

    What does a free phone consultation consist of?

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    Yes! We book a 20min phone consultation prior to your first appointment. However, you can book your appointment if you’re ready to jump in.

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    531 Silicon Dr. Ste 100
    Southlake, Texas 76092
    Call: (817) 898-1746
    Email: holly@cstherapists.com

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