The Annex Mental Health

05/29/2026

When an individual navigates the parallel challenges of a mental health condition and substance use, they are experiencing what is known as a co-occurring disorder. An intersection that requires integrated, compassionate care.
To better understand Co-Occurring Disorders, visit https://bit.ly/4eaVQBD or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

05/28/2026

MEET OUR TEAM :: ANDEN SUÁREZ 🍃 ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST
EDUCATION
Anden is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Counseling & Addiction Recovery Sciences at Texas Tech University, having previously studied Psychology at Brown University.

SPECIALIZATION
Anden is a dedicated behavioral health professional with a strong background in admissions and client care. With specialized training in trauma-informed practices and crisis de-escalation, she excels at guiding individuals and families through the recovery process with empathy and clarity. Her approach is rooted in compassion, integrity, and a deep understanding of the challenges facing those seeking mental health support. Known for her steady presence and solution-focused mindset, Anden brings both professionalism and heart to every client interaction. She ensures an empathetic, streamlined admissions experience that prioritizes dignity, trust, and long-term healing outcomes.

CERTIFICATIONS
🍃 Trauma-informed Care Training
🍃 Crisis Intervention & De-escalation Training
🍃 HIPAA Compliance Training

05/21/2026

Why Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is the Gold Standard for Treating Complex Trauma 🍃 Featuring Haley Daroowala, LMFT
Assistant Clinical Director
Complex trauma isn't just one bad event; it’s a series of events, often occurring in childhood, that creates internal chaos for those suffering. EMDR is an evidence-based modality designed to help individuals reprocess trauma they have endured, create new perspectives, and integrate memories to be supportive rather than hindering.
“At The Annex, we love doing EMDR because we are able to do deep trauma work in the container of a residential setting with confidence that clients won’t go out and wreck their lives in the process. This is important because EMDR is a regressive therapy, meaning life typically gets worse before it gets better. In outpatient settings, therapists have to factor in all of the ways that clients could be destructive, so EMDR isn’t always safe. This gives our clients a unique opportunity to do intense trauma work and experience healing that is otherwise inaccessible.” - Haley Daroowala
To read the full post 'EMDR is the Gold Standard for Treating C-PTSD' visit https://bit.ly/4tTn30u or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

By using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for treating C-PTSD, individuals are able to experience reprieve from...

05/18/2026

Congratulation on 50 years of advising students ! Friends, look for Ryan and Lauren in Baltimore! 🍃 "Since 1976, IECA has set the gold standard for ethical, professional educational advising." - Independent Educational Consultant Association

05/15/2026

Honesty With Self and Others 🍃 Integrity is the bedrock of mental health recovery. This means practicing truthful self-reflection and transparent communication. It involves admitting when you are struggling rather than pretending everything is fine and owning your part in situations—even when it feels vulnerable.
To learn more, read 'The Core 10 Framework at The Annex' at https://bit.ly/4pGrcmk or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

05/14/2026

The Annex Treats Borderline Personality Disorder 🍃 At its core, BPD is a mental health condition characterized by significant difficulty regulating emotion. This “emotional dysregulation” impacts how a person feels about themselves, how they relate to others, and how they behave in the face of stress.

Clinically, BPD is categorized by nine diagnostic criteria. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/49vZwLA or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

05/08/2026

The Annex Mental Health is ready for connection in the heart of Texas! Our very own Lauren Juvers, Ryan Young, and Anden Suárez will be attending the Lone Star Collective Conference in Austin from May 12–15.lonestarcollective is a behavioral health conference dedicated specifically to administrative and marketing professionals. The Annex is ready to dive into sessions. See you in ATX!
Learn more at https://bit.ly/4dteGUe or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

05/01/2026

Personality Disorders & Empathy 🍃 An interview with Jen Shotwell, MS, MBA, LPC, LCDC, CS, EMDR Trainer, NCC - Clinical Director
"Another reason why I love working with these clients is they don't get a lot of empathy because their coping skills hurt people. But I love coming in with empathy and being like, hey, you can't hurt people just 'cause you have this disorder, but like, I actually see it being really tough for you." - Jen
Learn more about how The Annex approaches treating personality disorders at https://bit.ly/4t63Zvi or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

04/24/2026

HIGH STRUCTURE & DIRECTNESS 🍃 People with personality disorders often benefit from the “here-and-now” focus of REBT. Unlike some therapies that spend years digging into childhood origins, REBT is psychoeducational. It gives the client a concrete toolkit to manage their current emotional volatility.
To learn more, read 'Understanding REBT: The “Logic” of Emotional Health' featuring The Annex's Miranda Hayes, MS, LPC-Associate, NCC at https://bit.ly/47eIuAx or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

04/21/2026

The Annex's Taylor Barstad and Lauren Juvers are heading to the 2026 Partners in Treatment Conference in Scottsdale, AZ!

As a platform for clinical innovation and evidence-based practice, continues to unite like-minded behavioral health providers. Taylor and Lauren are looking forward to a week of transformative camaraderie!
To learn more about the conference, visit pitconferenceaz.com or click Sprout 🔗 in bio