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 Ruth graduated in 2002 from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling.  She has been working with children, teens and adults for over 20 years.  She has practiced in a multitude of settings including residential treatment centers, mental health agencies, domestic violence shelters, hospitals, crisis centers and in private practice.  Ruth is certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional  and as an Integrative Mental Health Professional and is EMDR trained.  She utilizes various therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, wholistic therapy among others.  She provides care to individuals struggling with mood disorders such as depression and bipolar, anxiety disorders such as social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder, trauma induced disorders such as PTSD.  Ruth also works with individuals hoping to learn how to manage their borderline personality disorder.  In addition, Ruth will also help clients going through major life transitions such as a divorce, death, cancer diagnosis and adoption.  Ruth is a member of the American Christian Counseling Association and is competent to provide Christian counseling.  Ruth is Licensed as a therapist in Texas and Florida as well as temporarily in California.  She has been married for over 25 years, has 3 children, and enjoys spending times outdoors with her family and eating all things potato.

Languages spoken  English, Kikuyu and Swahili

 Difficult roads often lead to a beautiful destination! Whether you are looking to learn how to better manage stress, anxiety, resolve family conflict, heal trauma, grief/loss, manage substance use disorder, or a mood disorder, Selam can work together with you to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Each person is on a unique life journey. Selam looks forward to learning where you are in your journey and will help you uncover your true potential. Allow her to help you transition from feeling stuck to living a life of purpose. Selam is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Florida and in Texas. She earned her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston, Victoria in 2014. She has experience working in a range of clinical settings including mental health inpatient facilities, private practice, forensic settings, and outpatient treatment facilities. She also has experience administering different types of Standardized Psychological Assessments.  Selam is married and has two boys. In her personal time, she enjoys reading, watching documentaries, spending time with her family and socializing with friends.

Languages spoken English and Amharic .

Madhuri is an LPC – Associate who wants you to come to therapy just as you are. She understands that the decision to expose your vulnerabilities to a stranger is not always an easy one. However, therapy holds the potential to bring healing, relief, and a fresh perspective. 

Madhuri is a Licensed Professional Counselor – Associate with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds a certification in Neuro Linguistic Programming, Substance use disorder, and Addictions Disorder. She also holds a certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Trauma Focused (CBT - TF). She is EMDR trained. She is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a member of the honor societies (Phi Theta Kappa, and Chi Sigma Iota). 

Her specialization lies in providing support for a wide range of challenges, including narcissism, trauma, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, divorce, relationship issues, anger management, infidelity, sexual abuse, life and career transitions, burnout, and PTSD. She works with multicultural and acculturation issues owing to her diverse experience. She is a yoga, mindfulness, and meditation teacher for over 15 years and incorporates these therapeutic approaches in sessions infusing them with energy, optimism, and a path towards self-discovery. Your sessions with her are all about YOU, providing the space and support for your personal journey. 

Madhuri writes for Counseling Today and loves traveling and meditating in her personal time. She is also fluent in English, Hindi, Bengali, Assamese, Telugu, and Bihari.