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Tela Thornton

Therapist(she/her)
9 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Registered Play Therapist. I have a background in education as well as social work.

My approach to therapy

I work collaboratively with clients on issues including anxiety disorders, depression, behavioral issues, trauma, and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and humanistic principles tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

What you can expect from me

I set a warm, inviting environment for clients to feel safe and affirmed sharing about themselves and their lives. My clients leave sessions understanding the work that has been accomplished and the progress they have made.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Creative, Empowering, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at The University of Texas at Arlington, Bachelor of Science at Texas Christian University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
    Texas
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • More specialties
    OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Play, Strength-Based, Humanistic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Art Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Children, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1616 Wabash Avenue Ste 3
    Fort Worth, TX 76107

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