Kathleen Curran

Qualifications & Experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master of Education degree (M.Ed.) in the field of psychology and counseling from Cambridge College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. I have a vast history serving those who struggle with psychiatric illnesses, with extensive training and experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings, both as a clinician and in directorial positions.

As an internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor, I served both clients and their loved ones. I am a trained Interventionist and performed drug and alcohol evaluations for the U.S. Department of Transportation.

I have experience in many strategies of the theorists, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Gottman Therapy, as well as helping clients overcome effects of trauma, anxiety and depression, struggles with ADHD, and varied life stressors.

My Call to Christian Counseling

I have a passion for helping people who are hurting and whose lives are void of peace and joy. It has been my privilege to walk alongside clients for more than thirty years using proven therapeutic methods and to offer the hope and healing that can be found in Jesus Christ.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren, who range in age from 15 to 24. I moved to Texas from Massachusetts fourteen years ago, along with my daughter and her family. I look forward to spending time with not only my family but also with great friends, going to nice restaurants, movies, and whatever events my active Life Group has planned.

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

• Abandonment and Neglect
• ADHD
• Aging and Geriatric Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Chemical Dependency
• Coaching
• Counseling for Teens
• Couples Counseling
• Codependency
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Family Counseling
• Grief and Loss
• Individual Counseling
• Infidelity and Affairs
• Lifespan Integration
• Marriage Counseling
• OCD
• Online Counseling
• Personal Development
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Premarital Counseling
• Professional Development
• Relationship Issues
• Sex and Porn Addiction
• Sexual Abuse
• Spiritual Development
• Trauma
• Women’s Issues

Trauma

I have a bias for helping clients find healing rather than revisiting the trauma repeatedly with poor results, including revictimization. I will work with you to heal from the bitter root of hate, unforgiveness, and self-recrimination so you can experience the freedom of joy and contentment. With God it is more than possible!

OCD

OCD is often misunderstood, with clients often feeling ashamed by their intrusive thoughts. Some individuals may feel scared or shamed if paraprofessionals have used words such as “dissociation” and “paranoia.” By helping clients understand that OCD is an anxiety disorder and by exploring potential contributing factors together, I work to decrease the fear of this mental health condition.

Addictions | Chemical Dependency | Pornography

This specialty includes any compulsion toward addictive behaviors, ranging from drugs and alcohol to gambling, gaming, pornography, or overspending/overshopping. I can provide an assessment and make recommendations for viable treatment options to successfully address the difficulty, including Inpatient/Outpatient options, 12-step supports, long-term, AOC, and Intervention Protocols.

ADHD

I will provide explanations and understanding about the disorder in order to benefit those who are coming alongside the individual struggling with ADHD. When appropriate, I will seek to address any underlying anxiety in the client without being quick to recommend psychostimulants.

Anxiety and Depression

I believe anxiety and depression are the two primary reasons that clients are currently seeking mental health treatment. I’ve found that often, having a safe place to share the circumstances of these, at times, debilitating conditions can offset the level of intensity. Not all situations require the use of medications. This, of course is a case-by-case determination, and often being able to coordinate with the primary care physician is helpful.

Availability (by office location):

• Allen – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
• Online Counseling – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals and couples looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session, the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment, the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), most insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out-of-Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents, individuals, and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction may be added for credit card payments.