I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas and have been in the field for 10+ years. I have never failed to be fascinated with people, with their stories, and with their ability to overcome their circumstances and find the peace they desire. I was an art teacher in high school for many years. That opportunity presented me with experience in learning about the heart of a young person. I worked in several churches as a mentor and learned the need for skills people lacked in order to overcome their past and move forward into a healthy life. As a counselor, I saw the amazing struggles that people are grappling with as they tried to tackle each day. I believe that a counselor can be the helper who will walk along side of a person on their journey to healing.
I completed my Masters in counseling at the Houston Graduate School of Theology, then went on to Texas A&M Corpus Christi to complete a Ph.D. I have also extended my studies to include many techniques for working with trauma/PTSD, personality disorders, grief, disassociation, depression, OCD, transition issues, and anxiety. I have been involved with many survivors of childhood abuse, those struggling with life issues in their relationships, their workplace, and in society in general. Fear, anger, and frustration are often crippling to a healthy, productive life.
I like to work with people in a person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and in dialectic behavioral therapy. These therapies all offer a gentle and caring approach. They will allow you to be open in a safe environment and the ability to explore what will best work for you, the individual.
I consider the people I’ve talked with and walked with in this journey of life to be among the strongest people on earth. They are willing to step out of their problems and seek a better, healthier life. It’s hard work, but it is worth it.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 66464
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Dr. Walker is an amazing therapist. When I was at my lowest point she did not judge, instead she asked the right questions to make analyze the actions behind my behaviors. I especially love that she shares my belief values and faith in Jesus Christ, definitely eases off the stereotypes of Therapists!
Written on Jul 26, 2024 after therapy with Mary for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Dr Walker is a godsend! She has demonstrated a wealth of knowledge in her field and has offered me numerous options for self improvement with my anxiety and depression. In addition, she has been empathetic and supportive as I learn to cope with the challenges I have experienced.
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Mary for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dr. Walker is a blessing. In a short period of time, she helped me with something that I’d been dealing with for years and years. I honestly felt hopeless leading up to our first session. I felt I would never have a normal life and that my issues were going to control me forever. I can’t recommend her enough.
Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with Mary for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
I don't know how I would be coping without Dr Walker's help during this very stressful time. I'm so grateful for her!
Written on Jun 13, 2023 after therapy with Mary for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Walker is really great. She is EXACTLY what I was looking for and needed. Very kind and helpful. Listened and helped me get a better understanding of ME. Gave me a safe space to open up.
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Walker is wonderful! She’s so smart, wide, and kind.
Written on Jul 25, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders