Raven does not accept insurance

Raven sees individuals ages 19+, couples, families

Meet Raven

This journey called life can bring many ups and downs, trials and triumphs. There can be moments of relaxation and times where there seems to be so much going on internally, where you feel like you can’t rest. There could have been hurts, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I believe that relationship with self and others impacts every aspect of life, and I am here to be alongside you on your road to healing, freedom, empowerment, and thriving, whether you are an individual, couple, or family.

My passion stems from the family environment that I grew up in. It spurred my desire to see healthy relationships, effective communication, and people knowing that they matter. I didn’t know that I would be a therapist some day, but I did know that I desired to empower others, especially those from a racially marginalized background.

Style and Approach

I utilize my warmth and authenticity, bringing my belief that you have the capacity for growth through raising self-esteem and building healthy ways of coping while exploring the impact of your journey. I take a holistic approach with a relational and systemic lens. In addition, with couples we focus on strengthening friendship, managing conflict constructively, and creating shared meaning to help you build the relationship you desire, while working through the impact of emotional wounds and expectations.

I strive to provide a safe space for you to be yourself without shame while you strive to heal and grow, with empathy and hope.

The primary modalities I utilize are Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST) as well as incorporating elements of CBT. I also use the Gottman Method with couples.

Fun Facts

I love spending quality time with family and friends. I enjoy sports, especially basketball and tennis. I also enjoy exploring the city on a nice sunny day or being inside and watching a movie.

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Elliot is in-network with BCBS, Aetna, UHC and Cigna

Elliot sees individuals ages 14+

Meet Elliot

As an immigrant to the United States, Elliot faced various cultural, social, and economic challenges during his adolescence which formed in him a passion for wholeness and well-being. Working through the resulting depression, anxiety, and identity confusion for many years, he came to experience first-hand healing and growth that he now seeks to share with his clients. The experiences of these transformative years form the building blocks of Elliot’s counseling approach. Eclectically utilizing cognitive, mindfulness-based, and contemplative approaches to therapy, Elliot is eager to listen in order to discover resources already present in your life, to witness the obstacles and challenges you’ve overcome, and to tell you that your feelings and longings make sense. In therapy, Elliot’s basic commitment is to treat you with unconditional warmth and regard. The safety provided by this softened perception will motivate you to explore without fear of judgment or rejection your core beliefs and narratives, habit loops that get you stuck, traumatic memories, and more with a special eye to your sense of who you are and how you relate to yourself. As Elliot loves to point out: How harsh or gentle is the voice in your head? How different would the world be if that voice that’s always with you were more compassionate and understanding? The truth is that our senses of who we are are always bound up with others’ perceptions: We learn to love ourselves from being loved. We learn gentleness from being addressed gently. We grow and heal as we hear words that understand and nurture us—not some cheap, premade words, but words born from attentive, heart-to-heart engagement. Over time fragmented parts of your personality can become whole, depression turn into acceptance, and anxiety give way to vitality and a readiness to face life. Who knows? One day you might be able to look back at everything you are going through with a lens of gratitude! Elliot graduated with a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and is certified as a Spiritual Director and a Trauma Professional (currently working on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy certification). Elliot Lee works out of our Frisco location and specializes in helping older teens, young adults, and adults work through anxiety, depression, trauma, spirituality, family relationships, and self-esteem/identity issues. He is fluent in English and in Korean. During his free time, Elliot enjoys cooking, reading, writing, searching for the next favorite indie rock or ambient record, watching Mixed Martial Arts, and attending Eastern Orthodox services and meditation gatherings. Elliot also works as a caretaker for his dad who suffers from dementia.

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Lianna is in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (TX and MA), Cigna, and UHC (individuals only)

Lianna sees adults and pre-marital couples

Meet Lianna

Lianna is dedicated to journeying with people through life’s struggles, guiding them towards solutions, hope, and meaning. She supports clients at every stage of life, from early childhood to older adulthood. Lianna is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and sand tray therapy, a creative intervention for children and adults. She enjoys working with teens, young adults facing life transitions and decisions, individuals who find themselves single longer than expected, and anyone wishing to integrate their faith into therapy.

Additionally, Lianna has extensive experience working with refugees and immigrants, offering guidance to anyone struggling with cultural concerns and identity. She also supports other mental health professionals, recognizing the unique challenges they face.

Therapeutic Approach

Lianna’s passion is to meet you where you are and help you discover the specific tools you need for healing and a brighter, fuller future. She firmly believes that hope and healing are available to everyone. With a warm and nurturing personality, she creates an atmosphere of openness and acceptance, infusing humor into sessions when appropriate.

Getting to Know Lianna

Since childhood, Lianna has been fascinated by people and their stories. One of her favorite childhood memories was creating countless narratives with a game she created called, “People,” using plastic figurines to form families with their own stories and adventures.

Lianna’s life is enriched by the many beautiful people that surround her. She loves deep conversations about life’s meanings and connections, spending time in nature and being in the midst of God’s creation, plotting out and writing novels, and learning about the different cultures and languages of our vast world.

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Mark does not accept insurance

Mark sees individuals ages 13+, couples, and families

Meet Mark

Mark Olkowski was born and raised in the Bay Area of Northern California. Before relocating to the Dallas area, he earned his Bachelors in Psychology at San Diego State University and his Masters in Marital and Family Therapy at Bethel Seminary San Diego. He would be the first to tell you that he loves Texas and is here to stay.

Growing up in a family of six with extended family close by, Mark did not lack for a variety of relationship highs and lows. Marital discord, secrecy, divorce, emotional abuse, childhood trauma—many of the challenging aspects of relationships were found throughout his close relationships. And yet his deepest focus remained on the “good” that can be found in relationships—love, friendship, intimacy, passion, safety, acceptance, the sort of personal and interpersonal connections that add hope, security, and vibrancy to life. Through it all, Mark grew to understand that relationships are powerful and became committed to helping them flourish.

Mark wholeheartedly believes that authenticity and vulnerability are vital to building connections. Just as he supports his clients as they dare to let others in, to really be seen and heard, he takes the time to press into his own fears and longings and share them with trusted others. He believes that it is often when we are deepest in the struggle that we grow the most. He has questioned his worth, struggled with shame, felt empty and meaningless, and painstakingly worked through difficult relationships. But, despite the hardship, he has found faith, hope, compassion, forgiveness, and peace in the process.

Today, Mark is someone who finds joy in living. Whether spending time in solitude (perhaps reading), chatting with friends, or being out in nature (even just a walk around the block), he enjoys the simple gifts that can be found in life. He sees the world and the people who fill it as gifts from God and would happily spend his life in the service of others.

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Shimya accepts Aetna and Cigna

Shimya sees individuals ages 6+

Meet Shimya

Shimya believes that everyone requires a safe space to express their emotions. She understands sharing feelings can make it easier to deal with life’s challenges. She specializes in anxiety management, special needs counseling, and children counseling. Shimya has spent over a decade working with people of all ages with intellectual developmental disabilities. Within this population, she has observed a need for therapy. She is enthusiastic about her work with young children, adolescents, and neurodiverse individuals. She is also interested in serving multicultural consumers. Shimya’s origins are in the Caribbean. Her knowledge of the Caribbean enhances Shimya’s ability to empathize with multicultural clients. Shimya was born and raised in New York. Shimya relocated to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex four years ago and is enjoying every part of the move. She concluded her undergraduate studies with a major in Human Services at Shorter University. She is pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University online. Shimya cherishes time spent with her family and friends. She appreciates listening to music and all things of aesthetic beauty. In addition, she appreciates trying new restaurants, watching reality television, and traveling.

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George accepts Aetna, BCBS and Cigna for individuals and children

George sees individuals 10+, couples and families

Meet George

As a licensed therapist, my goal is to provide a supportive environment where individuals feel genuinely understood, respected, and accepted. My approach is grounded in a deep appreciation for each person’s unique experiences, alongside practical strategies to facilitate healing and personal growth. I work with adolescents, teens, adults, families, and couples addressing issues such as trauma, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation, and identity-related concerns. I bring a calm, approachable presence to therapy, which many clients find grounding. I believe that establishing trust and strong connection are essential for effective treatment, and I prioritize building collaborative, respectful relationships with all clients. Whether you are seeking support for trauma, depression, anxiety, communication challenges, or life transitions, I am committed to providing compassionate, empathetic care that encourages exploration and growth. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, emphasizing respect for your lived experiences, strengths, and values as the foundation of our work together. I incorporate evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to support goal-oriented progress. Additionally, I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which helps clients explore different aspects of themselves with curiosity and compassion—facilitating healing from trauma and fostering self-awareness. In working with children and adolescents, I often utilize play therapy techniques, providing a developmentally appropriate and safe way for young clients to express themselves and process complex emotions. My background in play therapy also informs my flexible approach, ensuring sessions are tailored to each individual’s needs—recognizing that therapy can take many different forms beyond verbal discussion. Understanding that trauma can significantly influence one’s self-perception and relationships, I employ a trauma-informed approach that emphasizes emotional safety, regulation, and empowerment. Whether dealing with recent or developmental trauma, I provide a compassionate space to process painful experiences and develop resilience. I also support individuals and families navigating intergenerational trauma, relational wounds, and cultural disconnection, integrating relational, practical, and spiritual considerations as appropriate. With a background in spirituality, I am comfortable integrating faith or spiritual values into therapy when aligned with your beliefs and goals. I highly value cultural humility and am committed to practicing in an inclusive, anti-oppressive manner. I have experience working with clients from diverse racial, ethnic, spiritual, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and I prioritize cultural sensitivity and respect as foundational elements of ethical care. Clients often describe me as relatable, adaptable, and creative. I tailor my approach to meet individual or family needs, whether that involves structured goal-setting, emotional exploration, or expressive activities. I am open to challenging beliefs or patterns when appropriate, always within a framework of respect and mutual trust. Whether you are seeking support for trauma recovery, assistance with a challenging adolescent, tools for managing anxiety, or strengthening your relationships, I am here to support you. Therapy is a collaborative process focused on uncovering your internal resources and developing skills for a more purposeful, peaceful life.

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