Hannah Parks

Hello, Welcome! I'm Hannah, a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor with six years of experience in crisis counseling, trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention. I've worked in Christian counseling and partial hospitalization settings, so I'm comfortable sitting with people in their hardest seasons, whether that's a panic spiral, a loss you can't make sense of, or a long stretch of feeling stuck. My background in Psychology and Equine Studies, with an emphasis in Equine Facilitated Mental Health, shaped how I see people: I pay close attention to what's happening beneath the surface, and I believe change starts with honest self-awareness. I'm warm, direct, and curious, so you can expect a space where you feel welcome and also gently challenged. As a Christian counselor, I'm glad to integrate prayer and Scripture for clients who want that. It's always led by you and never assumed.

I believe behavior is a language. What we do, and the patterns we keep repeating, often express what's going on inside us. My goal is to help you see the connection between your inner world (your emotions, values, thoughts, and beliefs) and your outer world (your behaviors, relationships, and work). My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps us understand how beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors feed into each other so we can change the patterns that aren't serving you. I also draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and a humanistic, person-centered lens, so therapy is practical but never cold. For clients who want it, I'm happy to weave in a faith-based perspective alongside this work. Together we'll build skills you can use between sessions, not just insight you leave behind.

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other better to build upon our first 15 minute consultation meeting. I'll ask about what brought you in, what you've already tried, what's been hard lately, and what you hope will be different. We will talk about a general timeline of your mental health story and struggles. You don't need to have it all figured out or know exactly what to say. That's my job to help with. I'll also explain how I work and answer any questions you have, including whether faith is something you'd like included. By the end, you should have a clear sense of what we'll focus on and a starting plan. My hope is that you leave feeling safe, seen, and heard, more capable than you thought, and a little more connected to yourself. Sessions are held virtually, so you can show up from wherever feels comfortable.