Choices Counseling

05/05/2026

✨ Clinician Spotlight ✨
Meet Amy Moore, M.Ed, LPC-Associate, Supervised by Larneka Lavalais, LPC-S

Amy enjoys working with children, teens, and adults and supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and more. She is passionate about helping clients feel seen, heard, and supported, build confidence, develop coping skills, learn healthier habits, give themselves grace, and become their best selves.

Approach:
Strengths-based, solution-focused, caring, fun

Fun Fact:
Amy and her family have a cute dog named Ellie and an embarrassingly large number of inside and outside cats. Before becoming a counselor, Amy worked in journalism and higher education. ✨

Availability:
• Accepting new clients
• In-person
• Children, Teens, Adults
• Evenings, Weekends

We’re so excited to have Amy on our team and the care she brings to our community. 💛

Reach out to get connected or learn more about working with her.

04/30/2026

Amy Moore, LPC-Associate (supervised by Larneka Lavalais, LPC-S), is sharing a simple but powerful tip to help you tackle overwhelming tasks.

If you’ve ever felt stuck staring at a to-do list that feels way too big, this one’s for you—learn how breaking things down into smaller, manageable steps can make all the difference.

04/27/2026

Meet Brittany Vaclavik, LPC Associate
Supervised by Deidre Lawrence, LPC-S

Ever feel overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or unsure how to move forward? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.

Brittany enjoys working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and the challenges that come with parenting. She creates a space where clients can feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools that actually work in real life.

Her approach blends REBT, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to help clients build insight, regulate emotions, and make meaningful, lasting changes.

Fun Fact: When she’s not working, Brittany enjoys painting and playing board games with her family—because a little creativity and connection go a long way. 🎨

✨ Availability:
• Accepting new clients
• In person & virtual
• Weekday evenings + weekend mornings

Ready to take the next step? 💛
Reach out to get connected or learn more.

Visit us online at choicescounseling.net

04/24/2026

Looking for helpful mental health resources but not sure where to start?

We’ve created a growingResource Library just for you — filled with tools, information, and support for individuals, families, and our community.

Whether you're exploring counseling, supporting a loved one, or just looking for helpful guidance, our resource page is a great place to begin.

💙 Helpful mental health information
💙 Support resources
💙 Tools for individuals, parents, and families
💙 And more added regularly

Take a look here:
https://www.choicescounseling.net/resources

Because support shouldn't be hard to find — and you don't have to figure it out alone.

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04/22/2026

🌎 Happy Earth Day 🌿

Sometimes one of the most powerful things you can do for your mental health is also one of the simplest — step outside.

Fresh air, sunlight, and time in nature can help:
✨ Reduce stress
✨ Improve mood
✨ Increase focus
✨ Support emotional regulation

Whether it's a short walk, sitting outside with your morning coffee, or spending time at a local park, even a few minutes outdoors can make a meaningful difference.
This Earth Day, consider giving yourself permission to slow down, step outside, and reconnect — with nature and with yourself. 🌱

What’s your favorite way to get outside and recharge? Comment below and let us know!☀️

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Andrea Scott, LPC-Associate is supervised by Deidre Lawrence, LPC-S

04/20/2026

✨ Clinician Spotlight ✨

Meet Candace Cogswell, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Candace is supervised by Deidre Lawrence, LPC-S

Candace enjoys working with all age groups and supports clients with anxiety, depression, frustration, and life transitions.

She is passionate about helping clients work toward growth, healing, and lasting change at a pace that feels right for them.

Approach: CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness

Fun Fact: In her free time Candace likes to lose herself reading books.

✨ Availability: • Accepting new clients • In person and Virtual • Children, teens, adults • M- F, times may vary

We’re so excited to have Candace on our team and the care she brings to our community.

💛 Reach out to get connected or learn more about working with her.

visit us online at choicescounseling.net

04/17/2026

Contact us today if you are ready to take steps to be kinder to yourself!

Visit us at choicescounseling.net

Andrea Scott, LPC-Associate is supervised by Deidre Lawrence, LPC-S

04/14/2026

Help us wish our very own Amy Moore a happy happy birthday!

04/13/2026

✨Clinician Spotlight✨

Meet Andrea Scott, M.Ed., LPC Associate
Andrea is supervised by Deidre Lawrence, LPC-S

Andrea enjoys working with teens and adults and supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic stress, and life transitions. She also has specialized experience supporting neurodiverse and gifted adolescents, individuals with ADHD, and families caring for loved ones with autism or dementia. She is passionate about helping clients build confidence, resilience, and a sense of balance and purpose in their lives.

Approach:
Compassionate, collaborative, strengths-based, client-centered, solution-focused

Fun Fact:
Andrea loves spending time by the water—whether it’s relaxing at the beach or enjoying a peaceful day at the lake. ✨

Availability:
• Accepting new clients ‼️
• In-person & virtual sessions in the North Dallas area; virtual sessions in Texas
• Ages 13+
• Daytime, evening, and weekend availability

We’re so excited to have Andrea on our team and the care she brings to our community. 💛

Reach out to get connected or learn more about working with her.

01/21/2026

Not sure if an associate clinician is the right fit for you? Here are a few reasons many clients love working with our associates.

• Our associates are trained in the latest research and therapy techniques, so you’re getting current, high-quality care.
• They’re closely supervised by our most experienced clinicians, which means you benefit from multiple levels of expertise.
• With smaller caseloads, associates are able to give each client more focused, individualized attention.
• Associate sessions are often offered at a reduced, sliding-scale rate to help make therapy more affordable.

Check us out online at choicescounseling.net to find out more!
Or call or message us today to get started.