A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who earned a Bachelors of Social Work and Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Texas at Arlington. I’m a proud native Texan. I love to travel when I can. I’ve been in a committed relationship for a little over 13 years. We have three beautiful children that keep us on our toes. We run a small circus here with three kids, two dogs, a parrot and a leopard gecko. If I am not working you will find me spending time with my family, friends and animals. I also enjoy doing puzzles and reading.

I specialize in adolescents, children, and concerns related to the LGBTQIA+ community. I have experience with crisis treatment as well. The therapeutic alliance, your relationship with your therapist, is of utmost importance in your care. I form a close bond with each client that speaks to each individual need. I want you to feel safe, open and honest throughout our relationship. I’m very compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental. I am here to help you navigate this together to be as successful at reaching your goals as possible.

Dakota specializes in children and adolescents (8 & up), ADHD, DMDD, self-injury, trauma/PTSD, LGBTQ+, depression, anxiety, and life stresses and stressors.