Allen Johnson

I've been married to my wife for over 40 years, and marriage has always been my passion. I grew up watching a mentor's marriage up close — his kindness and care for his wife shaped how I think about what a healthy relationship can look like, and he eventually performed my own wedding. My wife and I have built a strong partnership, though like any couple, we've had our own speed bumps along the way — and we know firsthand what it's like to do the work.

These days, I especially enjoy working with men, and I've become increasingly passionate about ADHD, along with anxiety. Whether I'm working with couples or individuals, strengthening relationships is often at the heart of what I do. For clients who want it, I'm glad to incorporate faith-based principles into our work together.

I hold a Master's in Professional Counseling from Amberton University, and before this work, I spent years teaching in Garland ISD — an experience that gave me a lot of patience and a front-row seat to how people grow and change over time.

I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy — instead, I draw from several methods to fit what works best for you. That might include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical tools to manage unhelpful thought patterns, Person-Centered Therapy for a supportive, non-judgmental space to be heard, and Existential Therapy for exploring meaning, purpose, and life's bigger questions. For clients who want it, I'm also glad to incorporate faith-based counseling into our work together.

In our first session, you'll have the chance to share your story and what you hope to achieve in therapy — we'll figure it out together. I strive to create an environment where you feel safe and secure, but also comfortable enough to be open and vulnerable. From there, we'll work session by session to turn your goals into reality.

And here's the truth: the day you fire me is a day to celebrate. When you tell me you don't need me anymore because you've achieved what you came for — that's a win for both of us.