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    3256 Southern Drive Suite 461 | Garland, Tx 75043
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        • Marvin Bellows
        • Mayra Martinez
        • Mirna Cano
        • Tim Harris
        • Alexandra “Allie” Jodaitis Rodriguez
      • Licensed Counselor Associates
        • Kylie Ball
        • Kacie Cheairs
        • Sarah Ramsay
        • Dan Jones
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        • Megan Novak
        • Emilie DeWolfe
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    Welcome!

    The counselors at Room for Change believe you are making a great investment in yourself or a family member by looking into counseling services. Some of the common issues we help with are: Anger Management, Self injury/self harm, Substance use, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship difficulties, Parenting issues, Grief & loss, Issues with work or employment, and more.  

    We are LGBTQ Friendly

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    Meet Our Team

    • Mirna Cano

      Life is full of surprises. Those surprises can include challenges that are not easy to overcome alone. When things seem too difficult to face on your own, working with a therapist can be what you need. I welcome the opportunity to walk with you on the journey to a happier and more fulfilling life. As Read more

    • Dan Jones

      I can’t take credit for this quote, although it explains my relation to you as a counselor “Life does not proceed by leaps and bounds. It unfolds.” One of my great joys is partnering with you as you begin this unfolding process. Room for Change itself offers you a safe, comfortable, home-like place to begin Read more

    • Tim Harris

      Are you struggling in your day to day life?Do you want your marriage to have a strong start or need to repair an existing marriage? Or, do you simply want more out of life? Whatever it is, I would enjoy a chance to sit down and discuss how I might be able to help you Read more

    • Amanda Esquivel

      Owner & Lead Therapist

      Specialties:
      • Individuals facing grief from a death or other loss
      • Individuals with a history of relational trauma (abuse or neglect from parents, spouses, friends)
      • Women who identify as or have been forced into the matriarch role for their families

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    • Megan Novak

      Have you been looking for someone you can trust to listen, validate, and challenge you? Finding the right counselor can seem daunting, but I am here to share an experience with you that will be approachable and engaging. I am committed to listening and walking beside you as we work together to restore a sense Read more

    • Sarah Ramsay

      Change can be difficult, but it’s easier when you have someone by your side to help you through it. My desire is to support you as you work to overcome whatever struggles life has thrown at you. With experience in working with trauma, I understand the importance of creating a safe space for clients to Read more

    • Ashley Stevenson

      Life can get tricky huh? Are you feeling challenging? You are in good company because life can be tricky or challenging for everyone walking this planet. We cannot predict when a situation or life transition will put a pause or obstacle in life. My goal is to form a relationship with you where we focus Read more

    • Alexandra “Allie” Jodaitis Rodriguez,
      LPC

      Specialties:

      • Maternal mental health
      • Open and affirming to the LGBTQIA+ community
      • High achieving/highly anxious teens

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    • Marvin Bellows,
      LPC

      Marvin Bellows is Licensed Professional Counselor. As a self proclaimed nerd, he seeks out others who feel marginalized or misunderstood in their uniqueness. They may also call themselves nerd, geek, gamer, or otaku. Whatever identity they have, Marvin’s welcoming and non judgemental style will feel comforting. He, like most counselors, believe building a relationship on Read more

    • Kylie Ball

      Specialties: Impulse control including use of substances and other unwanted behaviors Young adults who are struggling with symptoms of trauma Kylie Ball, LPC-intern under the supervision of Amanda Esquivel, LPC-S. We are not in control over what life throws us, but we are in control of how we handle it. It is not wrong to Read more

    • Kacie Cheairs

      Sometimes life becomes too difficult to battle on our own. Together, we can explore what situations or relationships may be causing distress in your life and develop tools and skills to overcome these hardships. I strive to provide a warm and comforting therapeutic environment by conveying empathy and understanding to allow my clients to feel Read more

    • Emilie DeWolfe

      I’m so happy you are here. No matter where you are in life, looking for a little extra help takes courage and self-love. Life can get messy. There are times when we, as humans, feel uncertain or ill-equipped for events in life or with how to relate to the world and others. I have a Read more

    • Mayra Martinez, LMSW
      supervised by Dr Linda Openshaw, LCSW-S

      Specialties:
      • English and Spanish speaking, Hablo Español
      • Individuals struggle with trauma and/or as in crisis

      Read more

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    manager@roomforchange.info | (214) 385-5445

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    As we continue to navigate the COVID pandemic, we are working to ensure your health and safety remain a top priority! We know seeking out help can be overwhelming itself, so we are taking the necessary steps to ensure COVID does not stop you from talking to our of our counselors.

    Telehealth Appointments are available and allow you a way to stay in the comfort of your own home/office/car while still speaking with someone in a HIPPA-compliant format. We use a platform called doxy.me that holds your privacy and confidentiality to the highest standards.

    If you choose to meet with someone in our office, we have taken additional steps for your safety. We ask our clients and clinicians to wear a mask while in our office, we have temporarily closed our waiting room and use an electrostatic disinfectant sprayer to keep our offices as clean as possible.

    If you are feeling sick or have been exposed to COVID, please let us know at your earliest convenience.

    We are here to help and support you through the ups and downs of life. If you have any questions in regards to Room For Change, how we are staying safe or how we can support you, please don’t hesitate to reach out!