Meet the team at Brave Haven Counseling

Eating Disorder & Trauma Therapists in Dallas–Fort Worth and Across Texas

At Brave Haven Counseling, we know how vulnerable it can feel to reach out for support—and how important it is to find a therapist who truly understands your experience. Our team specializes in eating disorder recovery, body image healing, trauma therapy, and chronic pain & illness support. We work with individuals who feel disconnected from their bodies, overwhelmed by their relationship with food, or impacted by past experiences that continue to affect their daily lives.

We provide in-person therapy in Richardson, Texas, serving the greater Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area, as well as virtual therapy for clients anywhere in Texas. Each therapist on our team brings advanced training in approaches such as trauma-informed care, EMDR therapy, somatic therapy, and compassionate, body-centered healing. While our styles may differ, we share a commitment to creating a space that is safe, collaborative, and deeply respectful of your pace.

Whitney Russell DFW Trauma Eating Disorders Therapist

Whitney Russell MS, LPC-S, CEDS-C, EMDR Trained

Kayla Kirk, LCSW

Emily Diehl Therapist Dallas

Emily Diehl MA, LPC-Associate, NCC

Supervised by Whitney Russell MS, LPC-S, CEDS-C, EMDR Trained

Amy Bartley MS, LPC, EMDR Trained SEP

Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day that says, “I will try again tomorrow”.