Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Amarillo, TX

If anxiety, trauma, grief, or constant stress have been weighing on you, therapy can be a place to breathe, feel understood, and start moving forward. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in painful patterns, or carrying more than you can hold on your own. I work with adults who want relief, practical support, and a path toward healing. Together, we can address anxiety, depression, anger, burnout, and life’s harder moments with care that is tailored to you.

I am glad you found me, and you found this website. To me, that shows that you are ready to make a change in your life. My goal for you in therapy is to live a happier life every day. We are not guaranteed a lot in life, but my goal is to give you the power to enjoy what we do have influence on. I am a human just like you, and my approach is the same. I will meet you where you are at, and I will challenge you to live a better life, because you deserve it. Even if you choose someone else on this website, I am proud of you for making this step.

Life can be challenging and I want to help individuals build new skills and gain insight in helping overcome those challenges.

Now taking new clients! I am a License Professional Counselor and the owner of Enrichment Counseling. My goal is to help educate clients on mental health, support them in working on improving self and assist with adjusting to life's many changes. I love to work with clients willing to grow and find more understanding in life, by providing a compassionate, non-biases environment to help them grow.

Let me help you find your voice! I work with children, teens, and women. I specialize in grief therapy, chronic pain and illnesses, parent-child relationships, PCIT and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Trauma and Grief Component Therapy. I have 12 years of experience working in schools as a bilingual teacher and a school counselor. I have 3 1/2 years of experience working in a Psychiatry department as a Mental Health Clinician working with children and adolescents.

As your potential therapist, I view my role in your life as a collaborative one. We often hold the answers to our problems; I help you bring them to light. To clients, I refer to it as being your eyes while you struggle to see. Over the years, I’ve discovered a love for working with adolescents, domestic violence victims, and trauma survivors. I believe my empathy and life experiences have morphed me into the therapist I am today. Whatever you may be struggling with today, I congratulate you on the first step: listening to your body and seeking professional help.

Several factors go into finding a right-fit therapist for you. Research suggests that a strong therapeutic alliance results in more positive treatment outcomes. I encourage you to schedule a phone consultation with myself or other potential therapists. Choosing someone you feel comfortable with is your second and most important step.

The reality is, we have ONE life, why not live it fully? I believe challenges help us grow. You and only you are the key holder to your happiness. Whether you lost it or don’t know what to do with it; our work together will help you find it!

Education & Training

MA, Psychology

CBT: Beck Institute

EMDR: Basic Training through an EMDRIA Approved Certification Program

Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Hi I'm Denise Pounds. During the past 30 years I've worked with a variety of issues. I currently specialize in anxiety and trauma. I am certified in EMDR for trauma, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Individual therapy, and Emotionally Focused Family Therapy. Based on attachment science, Emotionally Focused Therapy gets to the heart of clients’ problems quickly and effectively.

I have experience working as an advocate with survivors of SA and DV. I have worked within the battering program with DV offenders both male and female. I have some experience with CBT, ACT, TF-CBT and Parts work.

Hi! I applaud you for considering counseling to assist you or a family member. My background is working with adults and children with trauma, adjustment issues and high conflict court cases. I also have quite a bit of experience with adults going through life transitions, feeling overwhelmed with life and finding oneself.