avis strong, lcsw
LCSW, RYT
License number: 106747
As a therapist and couples therapist in Dallas my approach is centered on offering unconditional empathy and warmth to build connections. I provide non-judgmental feedback, while equipping you with essential skills to support your healing journey.
I want to help you identify and overcome barriers to emotional intimacy and break negative patterns like criticism and defensiveness. You can find a safe space to explore your true self and strengthen your connections. By learning to calm anxiety and stay present, you can navigate life’s pressures with confidence and intention.
Together we can work through the pressures (internal and external) that keep you feeling stuck. Book a consult now to see if I’m the right therapist for you.
Martin Luther King, Jr
biography
Originally from San Antonio, I earned my MFA in Theater Education from UT-Austin after a BFA in Theater from Texas Tech University. I taught in Dallas for 15 years. As I worked through struggles with depression, anxiety, and self-doubt, I had a transformative experience in therapy. This led me to enroll in a program for social work. I received my MSW from UT-Arlington. I am now deeply committed to supporting my clients on their healing path.
I’ve been married for 30 years to my husband, Jeff Strong. I have 3 adult children and two dogs. I am a registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and Psychotherapeutic Yoga Teacher (PYT-200). I am an EMDR-trained practitioner with some Gottman Couples Therapy and Relational Life Therapy training. My philosophy for counseling comes from two approaches: client-centered and Family Systems Theory.
My approach is to therapy to create a safe place for you so we can build a connection. I want to be a sounding board for you and help you build skills that help you along your path. I am guided by a strong sense of ethics, creativity, and compassion. I take great pride in my work and I love to see the beautifully diverse ways you can show up in the world.
