Great Life Counseling Center

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  Kevin C. Lambert, Psy.D., MBA

  CEO / Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Kevin Lambert is a Texas licensed psychologist with a sincere passion for developing others and fostering healthier & happier relationships. Dr. Lambert’s unique style of intervention has been described by clients as genuine, warm, respectful, innovative, fun, enlightening, and appropriately challenging. Dr. Lambert’s clinical specialties include couples therapy; child & family therapy; personal & family life transitions (such as divorce & grief); identity & career development; and spirituality/faith issues. In addition to counseling, Dr. Lambert also enjoys providing executive & personal coaching, consultations, and a wide variety of dynamic workshops. Educational and Career Background Dr. Lambert’s interest in the field of psychology began at the young age of 12 and never wavered. At the age of 16, Dr. Lambert began his path towards counseling by becoming a Peer Educator for Planned Parenthood of Decatur, IL. Upon high school graduation, Dr. Lambert continued his pursuit of psychology at Illinois State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in sociology in 1999. Dr. Lambert’s educational journey continued at Spalding University’s School of Professional Psychology, where he earned his M.A. & Psy.D. degrees in Clinical Psychology in 2003 & 2006. Dr. Lambert’s professional experience includes a pre-doctoral fellowship at Salesmanship Club Youth & Family Centers, Inc. (now known as Momentous Institute, Inc.), and an informal postdoctoral fellowship at Southern Methodist University’s Memorial Health Center followed by nearly 10 years as a senior staff member & supervisor. In Fall 2011, Dr. Lambert completed his MBA degree from SMU’s Cox School of Business where he was recognized as a Distinguished Business Leader and member of the Dean’s Circle. In January 2012, Dr. Lambert founded Lambert Psychology, PLLC, which has evolved into what is now known as Great Life Counseling Center. In addition to working on the development of his own organization, Dr. Lambert volunteered to serve on the board of directors for Galaxy Counseling Center for 2 years (Aug. 2010-April 2012) and the executive committee of the Dallas Psychological Association for 4 years (June 2012-May 2016). In recognition of excellence in his contributions to the field of psychology in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Dr. Lambert was awarded the 2023 Distinguished Psychologist of the Year by the Dallas Psychological Association.

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  Nikki Stillo, Ph.D.

  Clinical Director of Addison / Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Nikki Stillo is a Texas licensed psychologist with a strengths based approach to therapy. Dr. Stillo strongly values a collaborative relationship between the therapist and client. While working toward your goals, you can expect a safe and non-judgmental environment characterized by kindness, compassion, and genuineness. Dr. Stillo specializes in treating perinatal mental health, trauma, relationship issues, mood, and anxiety disorders. She has special interests in working with college students, young professionals, individuals struggling with pregnancy and postpartum difficulties, and couples experiencing transitions throughout the journey of parenthood. Dr. Stillo is also an experienced supervisor for pre-licensed and postdoctoral psychologists and is available for supervision and consultation. Educational and Career Background Dr. Stillo received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas following completion of an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the Vanderbilt University-Veterans Affairs Consortium in Nashville, TN. She then returned to the Dallas area and completed a formal post-doctoral fellowship at Southern Methodist University’s Counseling and Psychiatric Services where she then remained on staff for several years as a Licensed Psychologist and Supervisor. Dr. Stillo joined Great Life Counseling Center in 2015 as a Licensed Psychologist and then as the Director of Clinical Training before transitioning to her current role as Clinical Director (Addison). Due to the high quality services she provides to the Addison community, Dr. Stillo is a 3-time Addison Reader’s Choice Award winner. Throughout her career, Dr. Stillo has consistently pursued advanced training to develop her expertise. Dr. Stillo has completed advanced training with Postpartum Support International and is a certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C). She is also trained in EMDR and has completed specialized training in the practice of EMDR for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health. Dr. Stillo has completed Gottman Training Levels 1 and 2, which she regularly integrates in her work with couples.

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  Amanda Proctor, Psy.D.

  Senior Associate / Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Amanda Abbott (née Proctor) is a Texas licensed psychologist who provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where you can expect to be treated with kindness, appropriately challenged, and supported on your journey to building a more satisfying and meaningful life. Dr. Abbott believes it is important to provide evidence-based treatment informed by your values, culture, and collaboratively developed goals. Dr. Abbott can utilize the following therapies depending on your interest and recommended treatment plan: Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT), Emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Existential therapy, Exposure therapy, or Mindfulness. Dr. Abbott’s clinical specialties include therapy for trauma, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression and other mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes. Dr. Abbott has specialized training and interest in working with young adults, survivors of sexual trauma, and veterans. Dr. Abbott also conducts formal psychological evaluations with adults for assessment of differential diagnosis, personality, attention issues, and/or career strengths. Education and Career Background Dr. Abbott received her bachelor’s degree in psychology with honors from The University of Texas at Austin. She then earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from Baylor University following completion of an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. She has experience providing therapy and psychological assessments to diverse populations in a wide range of settings including university and community outpatient clinics, military behavioral health, VA hospitals, and telehealth. Dr. Abbott joined the Great Life Counseling Center team in 2020 as a Postdoctoral Fellow.

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  Jarice Carr, Ph.D.

  Senior Associate / Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Jarice Carr is a Texas-based licensed psychologist with a relational, person-centered, and holistic approach to therapy. Dr. Carr is inherently collaborative in her approach and seeks to create a non-judgmental and affirming environment in which her clients’ strengths, cultural context, and values are highlighted, respected, and honored. Dr. Carr believes that you are the expert on your lived experience and she seeks to provide support and tools to assist you in working toward your goals. Her therapeutic approach is primarily relational-cultural and psychodynamic while often integrating skills from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, family systems, and mindfulness to enrich the therapeutic experience and tailor therapy to your goals. Dr. Carr’s interests include cultural identity concerns, trauma, women’s issues, depression, family and couples’ concerns, life adjustment, stress management, and identity exploration. She also has a special interest in working with clients who identify as Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color and LGBTQ+ Black, Indigenous, People of Color, as well as clients who are experiencing intergenerational trauma and first-generation college students and young professionals. Education and Career Background Dr. Carr received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas following completion of an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the University of North Carolina Charlotte Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) in Charlotte, NC. She also completed a post-doctoral fellowship with a focus on Diversity and Inclusion related clinical work and programming at UNC Charlotte CAPS. Upon completion, she joined staff for almost 4 years first as a licensed psychologist and then as the Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement before transitioning to Great Life Counseling Center. She has experience with a culturally diverse clientele providing therapy to adolescents, adults, groups, couples, and families in a wide range of settings including private practice, college counseling centers, and community outpatient clinics.

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  Jantel Jordan, Psy.D.

  Associate / Postdoctoral Fellow

  Jantel Jordan, Psy.D. works from an integrative approach emphasizing multi-cultural, relational, interpersonal, and family systems practices in therapy. Dr. Jordan believes the key to an effective healing environment is high quality therapeutic relationships with each client or family. Dr. Jordan strives to provide a safe, non-judgmental, caring, and warm environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their issues as they work toward bringing their life back into balance. Dr. Jordan's collaborative and rather laid back disposition puts clients at ease as she guides them through the therapeutic process at a tailored pace. Dr. Jordan’s interests include: child and adolescent developmental issues, family and couples issues, sexual and gender identity and expression issues, trauma/abuse, and health and wellness education. Education and Career Background: Dr. Jordan received a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Florida School of Professional Psychology, Argosy University-Tampa. Dr. Jordan completed a APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the University of Texas-Dallas student counseling center. Dr. Jordan completed a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Adolescent Therapy from the Georgia School of Professional Psychology, Argosy University-Atlanta in 2011. Dr. Jordan also has a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University-Atlanta. Dr. Jordan has over ten years of experience working in the mental health field. Dr. Jordan has worked in a variety of settings ranging from community mental health, juvenile drug court, private practice, child abuse centers, public and private schools, and college counseling. In these settings, Dr. Jordan provided individual, family, and group therapy, crisis intervention, online counseling, consultations, outreach programming, and testing services for disability, forensic, neuropsychological, and parenting evaluations, etc. Dr. Jordan is a postdoctoral fellow at Great Life Counseling Center under the supervision of Dr. Kevin C. Lambert, Psy.D., MBA.

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  Gabrielle Weierbach, Ph.D.

  Associate / Postdoctoral Fellow

  Dr. Gabby Weierbach, Ph.D. is a postdoctoral fellow who provides a collaborative, supportive, and nurturing environment to help her clients address their challenges and enhance their capacity for healing. Dr. Weierbach’s approach is grounded in the belief that our early experiences shape our relationships and sense of self, and that by exploring those experiences in an empathic environment, clients can gain insight into their behavior and interpersonal patterns, develop more fulfilling personal relationships, and move towards personal growth. With an emphasis on developing and maintaining a strong therapeutic alliance, Dr. Weierbach incorporates psychodynamic, interpersonal, and family systems practices into all aspects of her work. Dr. Weierbach provides individual, couples, and family psychotherapy for all ages. She is also passionate about conducting psychological evaluations with children/adolescents and has experience with cognitive, academic, personality, and mood concerns. Dr. Weierbach has experience with a variety of presenting concerns including developmental/complex trauma, depression, anxiety, identity development, and relational and adjustment concerns Education and Career Background Dr. Weierbach received her Ph.D. in counseling psychology with an emphasis in family psychology from the University of North Texas. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at University of Texas Health – San Antonio where she was part of the Child, Adolescent, and Family track and rotated at Clarity Child Guidance Center, providing child/adolescent and family therapy in an outpatient setting and conducting outpatient and inpatient psychological evaluations. Dr. Weierbach has worked in various settings, including community mental health, college counseling centers, and private practice. Within these settings, she has provided individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults, family therapy, group therapy, both brief and comprehensive cognitive, academic, and personality assessments, telehealth, and outreach programming. Dr. Weierbach is a postdoctoral fellow at Great Life Counseling Center under the supervision of Dr. Kevin C. Lambert, Psy.D., MBA.

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  Mr. Tony Bowers

  Associate / MFT Intern

  Mr. Tony Bowers, M.A. is a Marriage & Family Therapy Associate who enjoys creating environments conducive for his compassionate and client-centric approach to therapeutic progress. He is on mission to serve others by using his talent and skills to be a catalyst for health and well-being. Mr. Bowers genuinely believes in the value of relationships, which is why he is passionately pursuing the areas of family and couples therapy, personal and family transitions, and trauma/abuse issues for adults and young adults. Educational and Career Background Mr. Bowers completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Kentucky, where he earned a Bachelors degree in Business Administration and Marketing. He enjoyed a successful career as a corporate executive, which provided him daily opportunities to provide informal counseling, mentoring and coaching to demographically diverse teams. Through partnering with others, Mr. Bowers uniquely connects and compassionately influences the development of those he serves. Mr. Bowers is an active member of his church serving in several ministries relevant to his clinical profession, including: Couples Ministry, Overseer (Elder), Marriage Mentors and Couple Support Coordinator. He leads workshops for Marriage-Intensive weekends, and he and his wife currently lead a Small Group for couples. Mr. Bowers recently completed his Master of Arts degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amberton University. Mr. Bowers is a Marriage & Family Therapy Associate at Great Life Counseling Center providing services under the onsite supervision of Dr. Nikki Stillo, Ph.D.

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