I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate dedicated to guiding teens, young adults, and adults on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. My holistic, individualized approach helps you understand the underlying issues behind your thoughts and behaviors, reconnect with your authentic self, and restore hope for a brighter future. I specialize in:

Overcoming Eating Disorders: I have extensive experience working with eating disorders from my years working at Monte Nido & Affiliates, a residential facility for eating disorder treatment. My goal is to help you to restore your relationship with food and your body so you can enjoy life again. I offer tailored interventions to address a range of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorders, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, body dysmorphia, orthorexia, and over-exercising.

Healing from Trauma & Promoting Resilience: Drawing on my work at The Meadows IOP and in various clinical settings, I provide a safe, supportive space to process traumatic experiences and build strategies that foster emotional resilience and recovery. I am trained in several evidence-based treatments for PTSD including Cognitive-Processing Therapy (CPT) which helps individuals reconcile their traumatic experiences with their beliefs.

Addressing Substance Use & Behavioral Addictions: My clinical experience in intensive treatment settings such as the Meadows intensive outpatient program has equipped me with evidence-based techniques such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help clients navigate challenges related to substance use and behavioral addictions, fostering healthier coping strategies.

Navigating Life Transitions: From my early work as a school counseling intern at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory to my ongoing clinical practice, I provide practical tools and personalized care to support you through significant life changes. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based strategies honed through diverse therapeutic experiences, I empower clients to manage anxiety and depression, reclaiming control over their lives and enhancing overall well-being.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, my areas of focus include:

***Trauma & Healing Eating Disorders Substance Use & Behavioral Addictions Anxiety & Depression Life Transitions***

I strive to create a safe, supportive space to work together to tackle your challenges and foster meaningful change. If you’re ready to get started, I offer a complimentary 15 minute consultation to ensure we’re a good fit. I’d be honored to help you find the support you need to live a healthier, more authentic life.

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I’m a Houston therapist providing therapy for teens and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are navigating major life transitions—starting college, entering adulthood, coping with academic or social pressure, working through difficult relationships, or healing from a challenging life experience. Often, they feel anxious, trapped in their thoughts, and unsure how to change old patterns. They recognize unhelpful thought cycles but don’t always know how to shift them. Sometimes that stress shows up in behaviors, reactions, or decisions through negative coping skills or patterns they want to break.

My approach to therapy is structured, practical, and focused on helping clients make meaningful changes in the way they think—so they can also change how they feel, act, and move forward. I use evidence-based methods to help you gain clarity, take action, and create lasting growth.

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, challenge them, and replace them with healthier perspectives and coping strategies. My sessions are hands-on, incorporating worksheets, exercises, and guided reflections so you leave with tools you can use in daily life. I also integrate Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic CBT to address both the mental and physical effects of stress, anxiety, and emotional pain.

My current private practice work is shaped by years of diverse experience. I’ve counseled children and families, supported older adults in public housing, and provided trauma-informed care to survivors of human trafficking. As a clinical case manager at SEARCH Homeless Services in Houston, I worked with clients facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use concerns—developing skills in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and integrated care. Across these roles, I learned the value of meeting people where they are, collaborating with other professionals, and offering practical tools that lead to real change. These experiences now allow me to provide therapy that is both compassionate and results-driven.

I love watching clients have that “ah-ha” moment when they realize they can challenge old narratives and step into a more confident, grounded version of themselves. Whether we’re working on managing anxiety, building emotional resilience, repairing relationships, or letting go of self-defeating stories, I create a safe and collaborative space where meaningful change feels possible.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but I’m here to make the process less overwhelming. In our first sessions, I focus on building trust, learning about your goals and values, and identifying what’s standing in your way. From there, we’ll develop skills and strategies to help you navigate life with clarity, confidence, and a stronger connection to who you truly are.

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Nathan Barclay Ph.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

I provide therapy for people who have suffered loss, trauma, or other hardships that make living life difficult. By working together to explore your internal experiences, we will develop greater clarity about what matters most to you, what gets in the way of connecting with it, and what you can do to change that. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) from a person-centered perspective, my goals are to help you embrace your thoughts and feelings, unburden yourself from the past and the future, and begin the process of reinvesting in your life. My specialties include:

Grief

Grief is a painful, natural, and necessary part of life. However, there are countless factors that can derail this process, which leads us to get stuck in our grief, struggle within ourselves, and miss out on finding life beyond the death. My approach focuses on overcoming those distractions and reacquainting you with the grieving process—making room to gradually and fully experience the loss—allowing you to move into a life that connects you with what matters to you while honoring the connection with the deceased. Grief is not something to “get over,” but rather something to journey through. The path of grief is different for everyone, and the cultural, social, and personal factors that shape how we grieve can make the process even more complicated. Many people find themselves stuck in grief because they feel pressured to “move on” before they are ready, because the pain feels too heavy to share, or even because the pain feels too heavy to bear alone. We will navigate this often difficult terrain by embracing the full range of your emotions without rushing the process, finding a way to honor the journey as deeply as we honor the deceased.

Trauma

Trauma treatment can be complicated, and it often requires a flexible, personalized approach to getting you back in touch with your life. I navigate this using Trauma-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (TFACT), which prioritizes how we establish a new relationship with the trauma in the present moment. We do not resign ourselves to the trauma, but instead, we find a way to regain control over how you respond to these past wounds. I also draw from other evidence-based modalities when appropriate, ensuring that your care is tailored to fit your unique goals, centered around the primary idea of reclaiming your sense of agency and direction. Together, we will work on fostering resilience, self-compassion, and the ability to move forward with a sense of purpose and connection.

Men’s Issues

Men experience a host of issues that are often overlooked and misunderstood, and as a result, they often do not receive the help or support they need when they would need it most. Men across a wide range of backgrounds find themselves carrying this suffering in silence, unsure of how to navigate their feelings or find others who can relate. I am passionate about ensuring that men can have the space to connect fully with what really matters to them, allowing you to define what it means to be your best self. By approaching our internal experiences curiously and confidently, we can come to terms with every aspect of our identity and reengage with our lives. This can give us the ability to create freedom from roles and expectations that may otherwise keep us stuck in old patterns and harmful cycles, with the purpose of finding new ways of thinking, being, and relating that support your most genuine self.

Anxiety and Depression

Life is stressful. This stress is usually manageable and maybe even helpful, but when it is neither, we can experience significant and impairing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. These challenges can feel isolating, overwhelming, and all-consuming, making it hard to see beyond the internal fog. Whether you’re feeling hopeless, stuck, or caught in a loop of worry, I’m here to help you break free from these patterns. In our work together, we’ll explore how these emotions show up in your life, and what they’re protecting you from. Both depression and anxiety can be understood as natural responses to unprocessed pain, unmet needs, and unhelpful thought patterns. We will approach these challenges with a desire to understand, helping you accept the presence of difficult emotions without letting them control who you are and how you show up.

Interpersonal Issues & Identity Struggles

Many people find themselves struggling with deeply rooted patterns of behavior that make relationships difficult, whether with family, friends, or even within themselves. These struggles can often feel confusing and isolating, leaving you questioning who you really are, what actually matters to you, and why this seems like a never ending problem. Our work together will center on helping you better understand the deeper layers of these patterns. From a relational framework, we’ll use evidence-based approaches, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to help you build greater emotional resilience and self-compassion, allowing you to cultivate healthier relationships, both with others and with yourself. All of these specialty areas can (and usually do) overlap, and I look forward to embracing the complexity that makes your individual story so unique to you. We will work together to overcome the obstacles you face and promote meaningful change. If you’re ready to begin your journey, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we’re a good fit. I look forward to helping you achieve greater well-being.

Therapy Modalities:

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Prolonged Exposure (PE) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Training & Experience:

Post-doctoral Fellowship - Houston Methodist Hospital, Emotional Health and Well-Being Clinic Pre-doctoral Internship - Baylor College of Medicine, Mood and Trauma-Related Disorders Track Doctorate in Clinical Psychology - Mississippi State University Bachelor’s in Psychology - Mississippi State University

Life Outside of Work:

Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, weightlifting, and playing tabletop games with friends. I can usually be found in the company of my partner and our cats. I also love the food scene in Houston, so please don’t be shy with any restaurant recommendations.

More About Nathan:

Dr. Nathan Barclay is a licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for helping people thrive at every point in their lives. Over the course of his career, he has worked in a variety of settings, including the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Houston Methodist’s Behavioral Health Clinic, and Baylor College of Medicine, with a focus on mood and trauma-related disorders. His current specialties include grief, men’s issues, and personality concerns. He received his Bachelor of Science and completed his Ph.D. at Mississippi State University under the mentorship of experts in the treatment of depression, suicide, and sleep issues. Throughout his career, he has worked extensively with people from all walks of life who suffer deeply and profoundly, and he has developed a deep understanding of both the challenges that they face and the love that they deserve.

Dr. Barclay worked extensively with Mississippi State University’s Student Counseling Services, where he operated for several years providing both therapy and assessment services for depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders. He regularly served as a first-line clinician for crisis intervention, led group workshops for students, and helped develop assessment and treatment protocols for a variety of student related concerns.

He found his passion for grief work during his postdoctoral fellowship at Houston Methodist. He provided services for healthcare providers who suffered very unique stories of grief, in both their personal and professional lives. The unspoken impact of these deaths highlighted the importance of providing quality grief therapy, particularly in contexts where grieving adequately is deprioritized or even impossible.

Dr. Barclay’s research experience began in exploring the nature of suicide trends in college students and eventually developed into understanding how men relate to others, social and psychological factors that may be involved, and how self-compassion interventions could change these relationships. He continues to collaborate with other researchers on projects across a variety of subject areas, which continues to refine his approach to treatment and ultimately help his clients thrive.

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I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and young adults. I provide supportive, evidence-based therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. I also have a strong interest in working with LGBTQ+ youth and families.

I am especially passionate about helping teens and young adults during times of change—whether adjusting to high school, preparing for college, or coping with emotional challenges that often emerge during adolescence. I strive to create a space where young people and their families feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools to manage difficult emotions and experiences.

I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and I have received extensive training in DBT across several comprehensive treatment settings. I enjoy helping clients build skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and increasing their sense of control and resilience. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, my areas of focus include: Depression | Anxiety | Life Transitions and Adjustment Disorders | Trauma and Grief

Therapy modalities · Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Training & Experience · B.A., English, University of Chicago · M.Ed., Child Studies, Vanderbilt University · Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Houston · Predoctoral Internship, University of Mississippi Medical Center · Postdoctoral Fellowship, Yale Child Study Center · Assistant Professor, Psychology & Neuroscience, Baylor University · Adjunct Assistant Professor, Yale Child Study Center

Specialized Trainings · Mothering from the Inside Out · Working with Anxious Youth: Clinical Strategies within Empirically Supported Treatment · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - Foundational · Trauma and Grief Component Therapy (TGCT)

States Licensed in: Texas

Life Outside of Work: I have two young daughters and the majority of time outside of work is spent with them, usually involving weekly trips to the zoo. I also enjoy reading, running and hiking, and being outside.

More About Francesca:

Francesca is originally from northern California, but her family made a cross-country move to middle Tennessee when she started high school. She completed her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Chicago, majoring in English. Following graduation, Francesca worked in education for several years before deciding to transition to the field of child psychology. She pursued a Master’s degree in Child Studies at Vanderbilt and then completed a PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Houston.

Francesca was involved in research and clinical training during her doctoral studies. She was a graduate research assistant in the Developmental Psychopathology Lab. She trained in Houston at the Adolescent Development Assessment Prevention and Treatment (ADAPT) Center at the University of Houston, the Trauma and Grief Center at Texas Children’s Hospital, and the DBT Center of Houston.

She completed her predoctoral internship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, where she completed rotations in outpatient child psychology, the inpatient child psychiatric unit, neuropsychology, and pediatric psychology. She moved to Connecticut to complete a research postdoctoral fellowship at Yale Child Study Center, during which time she also worked at a DBT private practice.

Francesca has received several grants to support her research, including funding from the NIH, and has published more than 40 research articles. She serves as an Assistant Professor at Baylor University, where she directs a research lab and teaches and advises graduate and undergraduate students.

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Terri Fletcher, PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Associate Professor, Baylor College of Medicine

Helping You Find Relief from Anxiety, OCD, and Trauma

I help clients find clarity and relief when anxiety, obsessive thoughts, or past trauma start interfering with daily life. If you’ve been feeling stuck in fear, shame, or self-doubt, or struggling with intrusive thoughts, panic, or chronic worry, you’re not alone. These issues are common, and they’re treatable with the right support.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma-related conditions, and insomnia. With over 15 years of experience in outpatient, residential, and research settings, my approach is compassionate and collaborative. Together, we will create a path forward for you so you can finally find the peace and calm you have been searching for.

I use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and mindfulness-based strategies, to help you build practical tools for long-term change.

I also recognize that trauma doesn’t always look like nightmares or flashbacks. Sometimes it shows up as burnout, irritability, relationship struggles, or a constant feeling of being on edge. My approach to trauma therapy goes beyond PTSD diagnoses because I believe all distress rooted in past experiences deserves to be taken seriously.

Whether you’re struggling with racing thoughts, avoidance, sleep difficulties, or the emotional weight of trauma, I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space to understand your symptoms and move forward with purpose.

What to Expect in Therapy I view therapy as a collaborative, empowering process. In our first session, we’ll discuss your goals, what’s working and what’s not, and develop a personalized plan to guide our work. We’ll typically start with weekly sessions to build a strong foundation. As you progress, we’ll gradually reduce the frequency of sessions, with the ultimate goal of helping you feel confident and equipped to maintain your gains independently.

Specialty Areas

Anxiety & Worry

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Insomnia & Sleep Difficulties

Adjustment Challenges & Life Transitions

Therapy Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Prolonged Exposure (PE)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Training & Experience

BA in Psychology and Religious Studies – Agnes Scott College

PhD in Clinical Psychology – University of Houston

Internship – Baylor College of Medicine (Geropsychology & Behavioral Medicine)

Postdoctoral Fellowship – Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

Clinical Research Psychologist – VA Medical Center, Houston

Dr. Fletcher is currently an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, and a core research investigator at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and the South Central MIRECC. She serves on the Psychology Internship Training Committee and actively mentors graduate students, interns, and early-career psychologists.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Fletcher has been honored with numerous awards, including: Mentor of the Year Award, IQuESt (2024)

Faculty Excellence in Educational Research Award, BCM (2024)

Enduring Commitment to Psychology Internship Training Award, BCM (2024)

Excellence in Research Award, BCM Division of Psychology (2022)

Outstanding Educator Award, Baylor College of Medicine (2020)

More About Terri

Dr. Fletcher grew up in Sugar Land, Texas, and began her journey into psychology at the Menninger Clinic’s OCD residential program. She is a licensed psychologist with extensive training in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and trauma-informed care. She is especially skilled in exposure-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and treatments that address overlapping symptoms across multiple diagnoses. She works with adults navigating complex emotional and behavioral challenges, often related to trauma, anxiety, or obsessive thinking patterns.

Her research has focused on expanding access to evidence-based treatment for anxiety, OCD, and trauma through innovative approaches like video telehealth. She has received multiple federal research grants from the VA and Department of Defense and has authored over 90 peer-reviewed publications. Check out Dr. Fletcher’s CV for a list of publications. Dr. Fletcher is considered a leader in the field of PTSD and anxiety-related disorders.

Outside of work, Dr. Fletcher finds joy in nature, books, and family life. She is a proud parent to four daughters and shares her home with two high-spirited Scottish Terriers.

Let’s Connect If you’re ready to take the first step, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit. I’d love to help you or someone you care about take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.

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Connor Cook, Ed.D.

Supervised Therapist Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Student

In-Person and Virtual Works With: Children (10+), Adolescents, and Adults

I am a pre-licensed counselor supervised by Dr. Abby Candelari, Licensed Psychologist, who works with children (10+), adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, academic stress, life transitions, and the social and emotional challenges of growing up. As both an educator and a parent, I understand firsthand the pressures young people face today and the challenges families encounter as they try to support them. Before entering the counseling field, I spent more than two decades working in independent schools and currently serve as Head of Middle School at River Oaks Baptist School. Throughout my career in education, I have worked closely with students and families navigating academic pressures, social challenges, and the emotional ups and downs that often accompany childhood and adolescence. Over time, I came to see how deeply mental health influences students’ learning, relationships, and overall well-being. That realization led me to pursue graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lamar University, where I am currently completing my practicum and internship.

My background as an educator, school leader, parent, and pre-licensed counselor gives me a unique perspective in therapy. Because I have spent much of my career working within schools, I understand the academic and social pressures students face today—including test anxiety, social anxiety, and performance pressures—and the challenges families encounter as they try to support them. Under the supervision of Dr. Candelari, I integrate educational best practices with evidence-based psychological interventions to help clients feel better and live better. I hold a Doctorate in K–12 Professional Leadership from the University of Houston, where my research focused on evaluating and improving middle school academic programs. My work has always centered on helping young people thrive both academically and emotionally, and I’ve spent many years collaborating with teachers, administrators, and student support teams.

In therapy, I take an integrative, developmentally informed approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). These approaches work together to help clients develop practical coping strategies while building on their existing strengths. I believe that meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, develop practical tools to manage challenges, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

When working with children and adolescents, I also collaborate closely with parents and families, understanding how school stressors can affect family dynamics. I am comfortable coordinating with teachers, school counselors, and learning specialists when appropriate so that students receive consistent support across home, school, and therapy settings. My goal is to help young people feel more confident navigating both the academic and emotional demands of school while supporting parents in understanding how best to help their child succeed.

Therapy Modalities

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Person-Centered Therapy
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Training, Education, and Experience

• M.Ed., Clinical Mental Health Counseling (In Progress), Lamar University
• Ed.D., K–12 Professional Leadership, University of Houston
• M.A., Literature, Texas State University
• B.A., Political Science, Texas State University
• More than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in independent school settings, including leadership roles at River Oaks Baptist School, St. Francis Episcopal School, and Episcopal High School

Life Outside of Work

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading and writing, running and hiking, and playing with my dog, Nell.

More About Connor

Connor Cook brings more than two decades of experience working in independent schools, where he has supported students, families, and educators through both academic and social-emotional challenges. Much of his career has focused on middle school education, a developmental stage where students are navigating rapid cognitive, emotional, and social growth.

In his current role as Head of Middle School at River Oaks Baptist School, Connor oversees academic programming, faculty development, and student support initiatives for a large middle school community. Prior to this role, he served as Head of Middle School and Assistant Head of Middle School at St. Francis Episcopal School and taught English at Episcopal High School in Houston. These roles provided him with extensive experience supporting students and families through academic stress, peer relationships, identity development, and major developmental transitions.

Throughout his career in education, Connor developed a strong interest in the intersection between mental health, learning, and development. This interest led him to pursue graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lamar University to work more directly with individuals and families in a therapeutic setting.

Connor holds a Doctorate in K–12 Professional Leadership from the University of Houston, where his dissertation evaluated middle school academic programming and explored ways to improve student learning outcomes. He has also completed extensive professional development in Mind, Brain, and Education research, including training partnerships with St. Andrew’s Episcopal School and Neuroteach Global. These experiences have shaped his understanding of how emotional well-being, brain development, and learning interact.

In addition to his leadership roles, Connor has served on numerous school committees focused on student well-being and academic development, including student support teams, academic planning initiatives, accreditation review teams, and strategic planning committees.

Connor is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Counseling Association and the Texas Counseling Association. His work reflects a longstanding commitment to helping young people develop resilience, confidence, and a strong sense of self as they navigate the challenges of growing up.

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