Caroline Norris-Mokry PsyD

After your first session, you can expect to feel that you were heard and respected for where you are on your path to improving your mental health. Your ideas and feelings will be valued as we work together to determine the goals for your therapy. Each session will be an opportunity to receive support and education to help you develop new skills. You can expect insightful feedback that will provide clarity and direction as you move forward. You will find that you are using new strategies in between sessions and developing new perspectives that support your ability to make positive behavioral choices and feel a greater sense of inner peace.

I utilize insight-oriented and cognitive behavioral therapies while integrating an understanding of multicultural influences to help patients develop meta-awareness and healthy coping strategies. Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy as well as Acceptance Commitment Therapy are among the approaches I use. I use a non-directive play therapy with children integrating directive strategies if needed. I also provide breathing and relaxation training. Cognitive Behavioral Approaches are supported with worksheets and homework to promote change. I encourage clients to keep a therapy notebook to facilitate reviewing strategies and replacement thoughts daily.

• Texas, PsyD, 32246