Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Supervised by Casey Christian, LPC-S
EMDR Trained

Birkley believes client growth and healing occur when clients feel safe in in their world and context. She strives to create a safe space for her clients where growth and change can happen. Clients are the experts of their lives and, Birkley approaches the therapy as a process where client’s seek the change they desire.  Birkley believes it is an honor to walk alongside each client as they seek healing and health.

Birkley strives to provide counseling through building a safe therapeutic relationship. Her therapeutic process will encourage and challenge clients to address current all current aspects of their challenge in order to find flourishing. 

Birkley is passionate about how the body and mind work together, as each individual is complex.  She views humans as biological, psychological, and spiritual being—as it is the complexity and combination that exists for us all.

Birkley is equipped to assist adult individuals who have experienced complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment or transition challenges. She believes in an inside-out approach to healing and health as she helps clients develop skills that aide in meeting their goals.

Birkley was born in Dallas and moved back after receiving her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Arkansas.

Birkley is under the supervision of Elizabeth Coles, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor.

EDUCATION

M.S Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Methodist University

B.A in Kinesiology from University of Arkansas

Certifications & Trainings

EMDR Trained Therapist

ORGANIZATIONS

American Counseling Association – Member