Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Wichita Falls, TX

Hi, I'm Emily. I’m a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, anger management, PTSD, and alcohol or substance use. Many of the people I work with are looking not just for relief, but for a deeper understanding of themselves and why they feel the way they do, and how to create lasting change. Whether you’re facing daily stressors, working through past experiences, or trying to regain a sense of control, therapy can be a space to slow down, process, and begin moving forward.

My hometown is San Antonio, Texas, where I earned my undergraduate degree from Our Lady of the Lake University and my graduate degree from Texas A&M University. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including schools, community agencies, hospitals, and emergency shelters, supporting people from various backgrounds and life experiences.

Much of my work has been with individuals navigating trauma and substance use, and I understand how heavy and isolating those experiences can feel.

Outside of my work, I enjoy reading, movies and spending time with my family and our dog. I also understand how complex life can be—balancing responsibilities, relationships, and expectations—and I bring that understanding into the space we share.

If you’re thinking about starting therapy, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in that process.

Are you struggling with feelings of sadness, inadequacy, or lack of peace? Are you having difficulty coping with life stressors or just day to day circumstances?

Education:

St Mary’s University, San Antonio, TX

Ph.D. Counselor Education and Supervision: 2001-2006 (GPA 3.83)

Minor: Vocational Rehabilitation

Alabama Agricultural & Mechanical University, Huntsville, AL

M.S. Counseling Psychology: 1996-1998 (GPA 3.82)

Emphasis in Vocational Rehabilitation

The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

M.A. English: 1992-1994 (G.P.A. 4.00) summa cum laude

Teaching Certification: Technical Writing/Editing (G.P.A. 4.00)

Teaching Certification: TESOL (G.P.A. 4.00)

(Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

B.A. English: 1987-1992 (G.P.A. 3.68) cum laude

Minor: Technical Writing/Mathematics

Minor: Communication Arts

Minor: Latin/History

University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

Honors Program, 60 semester hours, 1977, 1982-83 (G.P.A. 3.58)

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ

Honors Program, 27 semester hours, 1978 (G.P.A. 3.50)

National Collegiate Honors Council Experimental Education Semester at the Grand Canyon, Arizona. Forty honor students from 20 states, primarily seniors and graduate students, engaged in Southwestern Cultural Studies. Only college freshman in the United States selected to attend.

Published author and very experienced presenter.

I am passionate about helping people feel seen, heard, and supported as they navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. My approach is to create an authentic and individual relationship with my clients so they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and hopes without judgment.

Hi, my name is Paris Patton and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with experience working in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with challenges related to anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and self-esteem.

So much of my work is rooted in one question: what happens when we stop trusting ourselves? For me, that question became very personal.

After the birth of my first child, I found myself carrying not only physical pain but a deep sense of disconnection. I was listening to every voice but my own — questioning my body, my instincts, my inner wisdom. It was disorienting in a way I hadn't expected.

With my second child, something shifted. The experience felt empowering, attuned, and deeply mine. I listened inward. I trusted my body. And I witnessed firsthand just how intelligent and wise the body truly is when we feel safe enough to connect with it.

That journey brought me back to something foundational — the body knows. Our minds and bodies are constantly communicating with us. But life has a way of teaching us to override those signals. Trauma, stress, cultural conditioning, the pressure to hold it all together — they all teach us to ignore our inner knowing. Healing, I believe, is often about learning to listen again. It's a homecoming.

Joy Osinowo is an ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience and expertise. Offer a comprehensive range of mental health services tailored to meet each individual's unique needs.