Lauren Coats, MS, LPC, OWNER

Lauren Coats is the clinical director and owner of Rockwall Counseling and Wellness. Lauren is a Licensed Professional Counselor whose direct approach works very well for individuals and couples looking for techniques to use at home to increase communication, lessen symptoms of depression and anxiety, and create healthy boundaries in relationships. She specializes in couples counseling, specifically affair recovery. Lauren sees individuals, couples, and teenagers. The relief you need is only a phone call away. You cannot afford another moment of battling alone. Learn More

Maddie Falk, ma, LPC

Maddie graduated with a Masters in Professional Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is open and accepting to all walks of life and is driven to help you meet your goals during your time in counseling. Maddie is passionate about working with teenagers and adults who experience or have experienced low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, sexual trauma, abandonment, substance abuse, porn addiction, relationship problems, and adjustment issues. Learn more

KATHERYN CHANEY, LCSW-S, RPT-S

Katheryn Chaney has 20 years of experience working with children and families. Children do not always have words to communicate their struggles and can become overwhelmed by big emotions. As a Registered Play Therapist, Katheryn strives to give voice to these challenges and support caregivers in navigating the sometimes difficult and very important job of parenting. Katheryn uses a strengths-based approach to help families navigate life's challenges. Also certified in EMDR and trauma-focused CBT, she is able to provide calm in times of uncertainty. Learn More

Megan Young, LCSW

Megan Young is an attachment and strengths-based therapist who strongly believes in building trust within the therapeutic relationship through nurturance, patience, and encouragement. Megan provides a place without judgment to assist clients in obtaining their personal goals for ideal mental health. Megan received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at Dallas, followed by her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington. Learn more

JuLIANA LONG, LPC, RPT

Juliana is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist who approaches the counseling process with a holistic viewpoint, seeking to promote healing and wholeness in all areas of life. In a session with Juliana, she seeks to support, listen, understand, and validate each client’s unique experiences and feelings. Learn more

Natalie shepherd, Lpc-Supervisor, lmft-Supervisor, Rpt-Supervisor

Natalie is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist specializing in individual, children, adolescent, play therapy and family therapy. She maintains a private practice in the Rowlett/Rockwall area which is easily accessible from East Dallas, Mesquite, Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall, Forney, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse and Fate. With over twenty years experience as a therapist, and as a graduate of Texas Woman’s University specializing in Family Therapy, she is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Learn more

Emilee Maxwell, lpc-associate; supervised by lauren coats, lpc-s

Emilee is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate and trained play therapist with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Methodist University. Emilee earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University program in early August. Emilee is currently under the supervision of Lauren Coats, MS, LPC-S.

Emilee’s focus is set on working with children and adolescents who are dealing with a plethora of overwhelming feelings and emotions as well as supporting their families during the time spent in therapy together. Learn more

Sarah kircher, lpc-associate; supervised by lauren coats, lpc-s

Sarah Kircher is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Lauren Coats, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee where she was trained in Child and Adolescent Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy and Group Therapy. She is passionate about working with children and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, chronic illnesses, grief, and daily life stressors. Learn more

Ryann Rich, LPC-Associate; Supervised by Lauren Coats, LPC-S

Ryann obtained her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas at Dallas. Ryann earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Services from Stephen F. Austin State University. Ryann’s clinical experience includes play therapy, expressive arts therapy, group therapy, couples counseling, and individual talk-therapy. She has also worked with domestic violence survivors in Dallas shelters running psycho-educational groups and expressive art therapy groups with clients. Learn more

Darla Ferreira, relationship coach for women

Darla Ferreira, an optometrist and marriage coach, moved to the Rockwall/Heath area in 2005. She has a desire for Rockwall to have the healthiest marriages in the country. Darla works strictly with women and shows through her own personal story what she did differently to change the atmosphere in her home. Call Darla today for a complementary discovery call to tell her your vision for your marriage and to see why coaching may be a great fit for you. Sessions can be in person or virtual. Learn more