About
Their team of licensed professionals, including Gina Martin, LPC-S, Melody Magnus, LPC, EMDR Certified, Stephanie Stevenson, LPC, John Barnes, MA in Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies, and Doug Smith, LPC-S, LCDC, provide a range of services, including cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and trauma-informed care. They work with clients of all ages, from children to adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and more. The practice's unique approach combines Christian principles with sound clinical theory and techniques, providing a holistic and integrative approach to counseling. With a focus on caring for the whole person - psychologically, relationally, and spiritually - The Gathering Place aims to provide a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment for clients to heal and grow.
Insurance & payment
The Gathering Place accepts several insurance plans, including Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, and Quest Behavioral Health.
Listed fee: $85 per session. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
The Gathering Place's counselors use cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.
Play Therapy
Licensed counselor Doug Smith provides play therapy for children, helping them work through trauma and other issues.
Trauma-Informed Care
The Gathering Place's counselors are trained to provide trauma-informed care, helping clients work through traumatic experiences and develop coping skills.
EMDR Therapy
Licensed counselor Melody Magnus is EMDR Certified, using this form of therapy to help clients heal from past trauma.
Christian Counseling
The Gathering Place's counselors integrate Christian principles into their therapy, providing a holistic and integrative approach to counseling.
Family Counseling
The Gathering Place's counselors work with families to address relationship issues, communication problems, and other challenges.