Cassandra Garcia-Lozano, LPC

Alicia Brigham holds the position of therapist at Talkiatry. Alicia is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and Oklahoma with over 10 years of experience. Alicia currently resides in Dallas, TX and graduated from Dallas Baptist University with her Masters in Counseling. Alicia has worked in an inpatient hospital, a nonprofit outpatient clinic, and in private practice settings providing therapy to a variety of populations. Alicia also has experience in advocating for clients to receive care based on medical necessity and treatment efficacy.

A new patient should know to come as they are, without fear of judgment. Their vulnerability will be safe with in the hands of Alicia. Alicia has a direct, yet calming and compassionate approach that creates comfort and ease for the client. Her goal is to create a warm, open, and interactive environment.

Alicia approaches each patient with respect, sensitivity, and eagerness to learn. The goal is to learn as much as possible about the patient and collaborate with the patient on a plan of action for the most effective care.

Heidi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 15 years of professional experience teens, adults, and seniors with concerns and challenges related to divorce, family conflict, parenting challenges, dysfunctional relationships, low self-esteem, sexuality, and addiction. Heidi earned her Master's degree in Human Services, Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from Capella University.

Heidi uses theories that include Relational, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Humanistic / Rogerian, Psychoanalytic / Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Attachment-Based, Adlerian, Positive Psychology, Person-Centered, Christian Counseling, Family Systems, CBT / Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Trained, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative, Emotionally Focused, DBT / Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Our first session will be about getting to know each other and developing a sense of understanding and connection. We will establish rapport and develop a picture of your personal and family history. Heidi strives to represent authentic self, work affectively, giving assignments, providing tools and teach techniques.

Heidi enjoys working with married couples and individuals experiencing pressing issues who are wanting to quickly move towards their goals and are driven towards change. Her approach to therapy is collaborative and flexible; Heidi strives to encourage her clients to improve their relationships and personal experiences by being their authentic selves. She can help you navigate life transitions, heal from traumatic experiences, and improve communication skills. Heidi seeks to provide a warm, trusting, nonjudgmental environment where you'll know that you are deeply listened to, and can safely and freely discuss your challenges, concerns, and vulnerabilities. Heidi is here to offer you her honest and supportive feedback.

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Maria Fiore is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience with a broad range of people and situations. Maria attended school at the University of Houston - Victoria, and practices in Texas. She continues to study and research in order to bring the best quality of care to each individual that she works with.‍In the time that Maria has been a therapist, she has worked directly with clients needing intense inpatient care, clients in an educational setting, and clients in various outpatient settings. She believes that every individual is unique and the care they receive should reflect that. Maria will work with you to develop therapeutic goals so you can grow into being the best version of yourself.‍She bases her treatment approach on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with elements of mindfulness and solutions focused therapy. Outside of work, Maria enjoys gardening, reading, and spending time in nature.‍

Danielle LaBarre is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (LMHC and LPC) in New York, Virginia, and Georgia. Danielle has over 6 years of experience working with adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, LGBTQ+ issues, and trauma. Danielle received her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University, followed by a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Mount Saint Mary College. She wholeheartedly believes in person-centered care, and focuses on meeting you where you are and taking you where you want to be. Her treatment approaches include mindfulness techniques, cognitive/ dialectical behavioral skills (CBT, DBT), psychodynamic, as well as compassion and strength-based approaches. She believes these approaches in conjunction with person-centered care will assist each unique individual in meeting their personal goals. Danielle understands that seeking therapy can be an uncomfortable experience. But seeking therapy can also be brave, exciting, and empowering! She is dedicated to establishing a collaborative, culturally inclusive working relationship with individuals to help achieve their goals while living a fulfilled and balanced life.

Dalia Al-Mansy, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland and an approved board supervisor. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), and a master’s degree in Community Counseling from Argosy University in Arlington, VA. Dalia began her clinical journey providing in-home therapy for children, adolescents, and families and has since gained experience in outpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization settings.

Dalia values open communication and collaboration to establish clear boundaries and shared goals for treatment. She strives to create a warm, supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood, and respected throughout the therapeutic process.

In the first session, Dalia conducts an initial assessment to explore each client’s history, concerns, and goals while providing space for questions and comfort with the therapy process. She works collaboratively to set realistic, attainable goals and periodically checks in to review progress and make adjustments as needed.

Lisha Jones is a licensed clinical social worker with over 23 years of extensive experience working in the mental health field. Lisha has worked with clients facing a variety of life's challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as perinatal and postpartum mental health. She attended undergraduate school in Albany, GA, and graduate school in Valdosta, GA. Lisha is deeply committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can express their thoughts and feelings freely. Lisha's approach to therapy involves engaging each client with warmth and enthusiasm. She encourages them to be active participants on their journey of emotional growth, healing, and empowerment. Lisha uses therapeutic expertise and various inner-healing approaches to teach clients restorative self-care practices, exercises that cultivate emotional awareness, strategies to manage unhealthy thoughts, and methods to change undesirable behaviors. Working with Lisha, clients can expect to take away from each session a plan of action with detailed steps, easy to apply skills and practical strategies to help them manage stress, heal from hurtful experiences, improve their communication skills and strengthen boundaries in their relationships. They will gain a better understanding about how and why they feel uncomfortable emotions and why they experience strong reactions in response to those associated thoughts.