Anthea is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 10 years experience working with children and adults on a variety of presenting symptoms. Anthea received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her masters degree in Counseling from the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and Louisiana.
Anthea’s education and professional experience have prepared her to provide both individual and group therapy with children, adolescents/teens and adults. She has experience working with issues such as abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationship/family concerns, self-esteem, trauma. Anthea brings her vast knowledge she has learned through her work in a variety of settings to Kid Talk. Anthea has training in play therapy and is working towards obtaining her Registered Play Therapist certification.
Anthea believes in providing a safe, non-judgmental space where each client is given the opportunity to explore real life experiences and express their thoughts and feelings even through the language of play.
Random factoids about Anthea: Anthea enjoys reading, listening to music, watching old movies and spending time with her husband and three daughters.
Education
- Master of Arts in Counseling from University of Louisiana at Monroe
- Bachelor in Psychology from University of Louisiana at Monroe
License and Certifications
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Specialized Training
- Youth PTSD Treatment Protocol (YPT)
- Child Parent Psychotherapy
- Play therapy
Professional Affiliations
Specialties
- Abuse
- Adult Counseling
- Anxiety
- Attachment and Relationship Concerns
- ADHD/Attention Issues
- Bullying
- Children
- Behavioral Concerns
- Depression
- Family Changes
- Parenting
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Stress Management
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teens
