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We believe meaningful change begins from within. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals and families can explore challenges, build resilience, and grow. We’re committed to helping people help themselves—offering guidance, insight, and care as you move toward healing and personal growth.  

Let's take the next step - together.

There are several ways to get started.  

1 - Call the office and let our scheduling coordinator pair you with the clinician who can best serve you.

2 - Send us an email.

3 -  Read about each of our providers and request an appointment using the link in their profile.  

Our Team

Our Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Our counseling and psychiatry services are provided by skilled and compassionate experts dedicated to supporting your mental health journey. We focus on understanding your unique needs and empowering you with the tools to achieve emotional well-being.

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David Baker

Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trained

Works With:

Children (5+)

Teens

Young Adults

Couples

Concerns:

Behavioral Challenges

Anxiety

Depression

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Jill Borland

Licensed Professional Counselor

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trained

Works With:

Adults

Children (10+)

Teens

Young Adults

Concerns:

Anxiety

Depression

Grief

Behavioral Challenges

Life Transitions

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Ashley Cargile

Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor

 

Registered Play Therapist

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Certified

Child-Centered Play Therapy Certified

Works With:

Parent-child dyads (12 months - 6 years)

      Children (5+)

      Teens

       Young Adults

Concerns:

Early Childhood Disruptive Behaviors

Anxiety

Depression

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Leah McCulley

Licensed Professional Counselor

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained

Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Trained

Works With:

Adults

Teens

Children (7+)

Concerns:

Trauma

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Life Transitions

Anxiety

Grief

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Cody McMahan, MD

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Certified Psychiatrist

Works with: 

Adults

Children (15+)

Concerns:

ADHD

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Mood Disorders

Panic Attacks

PTSD

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Laura Wright

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trained

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Trained

Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) Trained

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Trained

Gottman methods

Works With:

Adults

Senior Adults

Couples

Children (9+)

Concerns:

Anxiety

Depression

Grief

Trauma

Life Changes

Relationship Issues

School Related Concerns

Records and Complaints

In accordance with House Bill 4224
Section 181.105 of the Health and Safety Code
How to:
1 / Request your records
  • Please call the office and let our office manager assist you.

2 / Contact the disciplinary/licensing authorities of your clinician
3 / File a complaint with the Office of Attorney General's Consumer Protection

Contact Us

Contact Us

Address

Phone Number

Hours

710 N. 64th Street
Waco, TX 76710

Monday
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Thursday

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Email

 
Friday

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Center for Children and Families

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