Paul Pennington, LPC

Chad McDaniel, LPC-MHSP, is an experienced mental health professional with a background in both outpatient and inpatient settings. He has worked extensively with clients navigating mental health and substance use challenges. Chad earned his master’s degree in counseling from Southern Adventist University and completed his clinical internship at Parkridge Valley Psychiatric Hospital, where he developed a strong foundation in evidence-based care and client-centered practice.

Chad values open communication and collaboration in every therapeutic relationship. He works alongside clients to establish clear treatment goals and realistic expectations, ensuring that care is both purposeful and personalized. His approach is grounded in empathy and respect, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel accepted, heard, and empowered to make meaningful change.

In the initial session, Chad takes time to thoroughly understand each client’s personal history, current concerns, and long-term goals. He then develops an individualized treatment plan that reflects their unique needs and aspirations. Throughout the therapeutic process, Chad regularly reassesses progress, adjusting interventions as needed to help clients achieve lasting growth and improved well-being.

Eyerusalem Mulatu practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has provided over a decade of experience in treating clients with mental health, trauma, and substance abuse addiction in a residential, PHP and IOP level of care. Eyerusalem's passion is providing education on how childhood trauma impacts daily life, coping skills to maintain sobriety, confronting the past, and living a healthy life. Eyerusalem's goal is to ensure clients feel heard, safe, and secure with their right to confidentiality. She has identified creative ways to build therapeutic rapport in a telehealth platform to strengthen the virtual care experience. Eyerusalem is qualified in caring for the family as a whole and identifying underlying issues such as unresolved trauma that exacerbate feelings of depression and anxiety. She empowers individuals on their road to healing. Eyerusalem is a Master's level clinician with over a decade of experience in treating Adults and Adolescents. Eyerusalem is also a post-induction therapist trained in the Meadows Model. In addition, Eyerusalem is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional specializing in treating childhood trauma. Eyerusalem uses a variety of modalities to help treat patients from CBT, Narrative, and DBT.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and Adrian Simmons, LMFT, congratulates you on taking it. Adrian specializes in supporting individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. She takes a client-centered, collaborative approach, tailoring sessions to your unique needs in a safe and supportive environment.

Adrian prioritizes clear communication, active listening, and a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive approach. She is calm and patient, helping you feel understood while providing guidance. She believes therapy is a partnership, working together to set meaningful goals and adapt them as insights develop.

Adrian uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and may integrate mindfulness and other strategies based on your needs. Together, you’ll identify challenges, develop practical coping skills, and work toward your goals. The first session focuses on understanding your background, what brings you to therapy, and creating a plan to support ongoing growth.

Bel Gueron is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults in both residential and community settings. She specializes in culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care, helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, Bel is dedicated to fostering resilience and meaningful growth in her patients.

Bel believes that thriving begins with feeling heard, validated, and understood. She prioritizes building a safe, supportive space and a collaborative therapeutic relationship where clients feel empowered. Raised in New York City, she brings a warm, down-to-earth approach that is tailored to each individual’s needs. Bel welcomes clients from all walks of life, offering culturally sensitive care while encouraging insight, self-compassion, and personal empowerment.

Bel works collaboratively with patients to understand their concerns, explore their background, and set meaningful, individualized goals. Together, progress and growth are identified and tracked over time. She integrates evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness while centering each client’s unique story. Through a person-centered approach, Bel is committed to compassionate support, empowerment, and advocacy as clients move toward greater well-being.

Jacqueline Bowling began her counseling career in 2013, and for the past 7 years, she has worked in Outpatient Services, working with people of all ages and with all mental illnesses as well. Prior to outpatient services, she worked with in-home services, providing counseling services to individuals as well as their natural support system. Jacqueline got her Undergraduate and Master's degree in Education and Human Services, completed in December 2013, at the University of Lindsey Wilson, Columbia, Kentucky. In June of 2021, she became Clinic Coordinator, and in October 2021 she completed training for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor. She is currently a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Texas and Kentucky. Her areas of professional focus are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and Solution-focused, along with integrating other clinical modalities to fit the needs of clients/patients as they work towards meeting goals/objectives.

Irene Rodriguez, LPC, has over six years of experience as a therapist in outpatient settings and has also worked as a high school counselor. She has supported adults from diverse backgrounds and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Irene earned her Master’s in Education with a counseling certification from the University of Texas at El Paso and completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Walden University, including internships at Texas Tech University Health Science Center and Ben Archer Clinic.

Irene values open communication and clarity, ensuring clients know what to expect in each session. She creates a welcoming, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and heard. She uses an eclectic approach, drawing from CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic techniques, tailoring interventions to each client’s unique needs.

In the initial session, Irene discusses the client’s background, concerns, and goals. She collaborates with clients to develop and adjust treatment plans, blending their personal insights with her clinical expertise. Her approach emphasizes partnership, practical tools, and ongoing support to help clients achieve meaningful growth.