Hello, my name is Patricia Watlington, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I opened RISE counseling social work services with a vision to help people develop a true sense of holistic well-being. I work with people where they are in their life and work on goals to achieve their desired outcomes. Life can be challenging and having someone in your corner helping to guide you, and listen to you with unconditional positive regard is powerful when it comes to mental wellness. Allowing the client to lead when they are ready to work through certain topics and develop goals that they feel they can achieve.

I have an empathetic tone and the environment is warm and welcoming. I strive to have a space where people feel comfortable and secure to open up and share their thoughts and feelings.

I like to help the client imagine what life would be like if they had everything they needed to live a fulfilled and happy life. Then we explore together what changes would need to be made to accomplish this. We also will ensure that we focus on the symptoms that the client is experiencing and work to use goal language to reduce those symptoms.

Patricia Watlington, LCSW

432-202-3067

Hello, my name is Kristen Rasco and I am an LPC-Associate. I decided to go to school for counseling because I’ve always been curious about the human experience and what drives people to do what they do and think how they think. I love to help others wondering that same thing about themselves. I work with all ages of people to work on identified goals and learn together ways to achieve those goals. I have experience in working with trauma survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. We don’t have to live in our trauma forever, we can learn ways to be empowered and motivated to live life to the fullest. Using the cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) model we can learn how thoughts, feelings and behaviors influence each other and overcome any negative impacts that they may have. I am passionate about helping people to navigate life’s challenges and obstacles to learning how to use their inner strength to keep going.

Hi! I’m Cindy Marlow, an LPC associate interested in working with people to help them reach their fullest potential. I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have been working in the mental health field since 2017 and have seen firsthand the need for therapists in our communities. I would love to be a part of a solution where mental health counseling is accessible and valuable to the people we work with. My approach to therapy is Person-centered as I like to keep the client’s goals, wishes, and strengths as the driving point of our time together. I strive to have a safe and enjoyable environment where we can foster growth and resilience in your life.

My name is Monique Gusman. I am a licensed professional counselor associate. I have many years of experience in the mental healthy field and primary use Cognitive Behavior Therapy tailored for all ages, children to adults. My goal for my practice is to help people overcome their barriers to live a happy and mentally healthy life. My approach is driven by empathy and keeping a person centered conversation in all my sessions while keeping a collaborative therapeutic relationship. At our first session, we will discuss goals that you would like to meet through counseling and what it would look for you when those specific goals are met. I strive to practice empathy and ethical practices to offer personalized therapies and psychoeducation aligned with individual goals and concerns, promoting mental wellness for all.

Hello, my name is Matthew Van Pelt and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have over four years of experience working in the mental health field and am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and am pursuing training in the Gottman Method. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I rely heavily upon Biblical principles in my counseling sessions and utilize a Biblical mindset/approach outside of sessions in my own life. Please contact me to see how we can work together to meet the goals you have for counseling to improve your mental and spiritual health.