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Meet our therapists
Both of our owners are trained, Registered Play Therapists and certified EMDR therapists.
Each therapist is trained in a variety of specialized trauma therapies and play therapy interventions.
Co-owners
Our Co-owners
Meet Christina Watts-Figueroa and Maria Dudley
Christina Watts-Figueroa, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, EMDRIA Certified Therapist and EMDR Approved Consultant
Christina Watts-Figueroa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. She has over eight years of experience providing family therapy, play therapy, and EMDR therapy. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I specialize in Play Therapy, Family Therapy, and Trauma Therapy (EMDR, TF-CBT, and CPT). I provide treatment in various areas, including attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child interaction, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military-related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, Perinatal issues, and (family) trauma. I am passionate about counseling adults, children, families, and the military/veteran community.
I accept the following insurances: Tricare, Cigna, ChampVA, Aetna, BCBS TX, United/UMR, Scott and White Health Plans, and Superior Medicaid. I also offer private pay options at $140 per hour.
Maria Dudley, MS, LPC-S, Registered Play Therapist , Certified EMDR Therapist
For over five years, Maria has provided bilingual counseling to children, adolescents, families, and the military community. She is the co-owner of Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC in Killeen, TX, which specializes in play therapy, family therapy, EMDR therapy, and group therapy. Marias is a Licesned Professional Counselor Supervisor providing supervision to other licensed associates. She has also worked in an agency that counseled at-risk youth and families. She is a proud US Army Veteran that served two tours in Iraq. Servicios en Espanol.
I accept the following insurances: Tricare, Aetna, BCBS TX, United/UMR, Scott and White Health Plans, and Superior Medicaid. I also offer private pay options.
Not accepting new clients as of 05/28/2024
Clinical Team
La'Porsha Timmons, MA, LPC Associate #95064
Supervised by: Hannah Tyler, PhD, ABPP, LPC-S #92075
Private Pay (Sliding scale): $60-$40 per individual session (children, adolescents, and adults) and $70- $50 for couples/families.
Availability: Evenings Monday through Thursdays and Satuday.
About La'Porsha:
La'Porsha is LPC Associate who graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May 2024.
I view the counseling process as a journey alongside my clients. I enjoy getting to know my clients and building a comfortable space for both me and my client to thrive. I am training to become proficient in play therapy and enjoy finding creative alternatives to engage with clients and meeting them where they are. I am passionate about working with anxiety, attachment styles, self-esteem, life transitions, and issues related to minority men and women. “Wherever you find help, I commend you for being brave enough to take the first step.”
Ashley Spivey, MA, LMFT Associate # 205572
Supervised by Christina Watts-Figueroa, MA, LMFT-S #202781, LPC-S #77584, RPT-S
Accepting New Clients
Insurance Accepted: Aetna and Cigna/Evernorth
Private Pay Rate: Sliding scale offered $40-$60 per individual session (ages 6+)/ $70 for relational
Languages Spoken: English
Availability: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Ash Spivey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who graduated with a Master of Arts in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling in May 2024.
Ash provides counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, relationships, and families. They have experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and attachment. Ash is an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
Ash aims to create a safe and welcoming space that allows for deeper exploration and engagement within all parts of self. When approaching counseling, Ash operates from a narrative and solution-focused lens. Through their approach, Ash uses play therapy techniques, mindfulness, sand tray, and expressive modalities. Ash views the therapeutic process as being unique for everyone. Their goal is to walk alongside you during your journey of healing and exploration. Ash strives to promote a non-judgemental, empathetic, and respectful therapeutic space for all of their clients. They are also pursuing their certification as Registered Play Therapist.
Dejai Nelson-Parten, MA, LMFT Associate # 205077
Supervised by Christina Watts-Figueroa, MA, LMFT-S, #202787, LPC-S #77584, RPT-S
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Insurance Accepted: Aetna and Cigna/Evernorth
Private Pay Rate: Sliding scale offered $40- $60 per individual session (ages 3 +) or $70 for couples/family
Languages Spoken: English
Dejai Nelson-Parten is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who provides counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. As a counselor, I aim to create a gentle and warm environment that allows you to feel comfortable enough to engage with the deeper parts. I love to be silly and creative while ensuring we work towards a shared goal. I use various creative techniques, such as sandtray, play techniques, and expressive modalities. Whether it's with couples, families, or individuals, I want to help the client hear and see themselves fully, and make a space where it's safe to do so. Counseling is not forever; counseling is for change. She is also pursuing her certification as Registered Play Therapist.
Sara Orosco, MA, LPC Associate # 85584
Supervised by Christina Watts-Figueroa, MA, LMFT-S, #202787, LPC-S #77584, RPT-S
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Immediate Openings
$60 per individual session, $70 for couples/family
Not currently accepting insurance
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Sara is a US Army Veteran and a University of Mary Hardin-Baylor graduate. Sara provides counseling services to children, individuals, couples, and the military community. Sara supports clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-esteem, behavioral issues, marital problems, ADHD, anger, parenting difficulties, going through transitions such as deployment or life changes, addiction, self-injury, trauma, attachment, military and veterans, cultural differences, and or women's issues.
Click here to find out more on her psychology today profile
Brenda Gillespie, MA, LPC Associate
Supervised by: Daniel Helvetius, MEd., LPC-S, NCC
Private Pay: $60 per individual session (children, adolescents, and adults)
Availability: In-person and virtual sessions from 5 pm to 8 pm, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
About Brenda:
Brenda, a highly qualified professional with a master's degree in clinical mental health and a second master's in education, boasts an extensive 31-year career within the Texas public school system. Her wealth of experience spans 24 years as an educator in various capacities, including the classroom, ESL, and Special Education. Currently in her sixth year as a certified professional school counselor, Brenda holds the title of Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Daniel Helvetius, M.Ed., LPC-S, NCC.
A proud alumna of Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, Brenda is dedicated to providing therapeutic services to individuals of all ages, including children, teenagers, and families. Employing a compassionate and client-centered approach, Brenda integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to ensure a tailored and effective therapeutic experience.
Brenda's expertise extends to working with a diverse range of clients, addressing issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, neurodiversity, domestic violence, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and childhood trauma. Notably, Brenda specializes in assisting school-age children and teenagers facing challenges related to school, behavior management, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics. Her commitment to holistic care also extends to adults seeking support for similar concerns.
In addition to her comprehensive skill set, Brenda incorporates trauma-informed care into her practice, recognizing the profound impact that trauma can have on individuals. She approaches therapy with sensitivity and understanding, creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and navigate their unique journeys. Whether guiding individuals through the complexities of grief or assisting in the development of coping strategies, Brenda is dedicated to fostering healing and resilience in her clients.
Sun-kyung Chung, Ph.D., LPC-S, RPT-S
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Languages Spoken: Korean and English
Insurances Accepted: Cigna, United, Aetna, BCBS, Tricare and ChampVA
Pay: $140 per individual session (children 3 yrs +, adolescents, and adults) and $160 for couples/families.
Availability: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, both in person or virtually.
About Dr. Sun-kyung Chung:
Dr. Sun-kyung Chung is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Dr. Chung is originally from Korea, with Korean being her first language. Since immigrating to the US, she has continued to pursue her passion for serving the Korean community and children. Dr. Chung incorporates play, expressive arts, and sandtray into her therapy sessions.
Corrie Minges, PhD, LPC
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, BCBS TX, United, CHAMPVA, Oscar, Oxford
Private Pay: $140 per individual session (children, adolescents, and adults)
Availability: Virtual only.
About Dr. Corrie Minges:
Dr. Corrie Minges is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Since 2006, Corrie has worked as a counselor in Texas, Louisiana, Kansas, and Virginia. She has over ten years of experience and is skilled in working with diverse age groups and socio-economic populations, including service members, military families, and dual-diagnosis clients. Corrie practices counseling from a humanist perspective. She firmly believes that every client is an expert in their life. Corrie provides a safe, non-judgmental space for the client to explore and find the direction that is best for his or her life. She views counseling as a partnership and works to tailor her counseling sessions to best meet the needs of her clients.
Visit her psychology today profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/corrie-delorge-minges-killeen-tx/974849
Graduate Student Interns (Low Cost Student Clinic)
Graduate Student Interns
Supervised by Maria Dudley, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S and Christina Watts-Figueroa, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, RPT-S
Student Clinic Hours are Monday through Thursday 8 am to 5 pm.
Ends on 07/31/24 Private Pay Rate:
$25 per individual session (ages 3 +)
$35 for couples/family
New Rates Aug 1, 2024:
$30 for individual and $40 for relational
Languages Spoken: Spanish and English
Our graduate student interns are working toward their masters in clinical mental health counseling or marriage and family therapy through a CACREP or COAMFTE program. They are unable to make recommendations on custody or complete any medical accomodations related to workers comp, FMLA or emotional support requests.