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This is normally the section where I tell you all about me. Where I would list all of my degrees, certification and things that make me look super fancy. But I’m not going to do that. Therapy is hard. Therapy requires that you find a connection with a therapist that sees you for you and is able to guide you in a way that is fitting for you.

See, all the letters behind my name, the schools I went to and the trainings I have under my belt isn’t going to tell you how we’ll laugh together even in those tough moments. It’s not going to tell you how I’ve walked in those same ugly shoes that you find yourself standing in now. It’s not going to tell you about how I’m going to sit with you through the telling of some of your most intimate secrets and not judge who you are. It’s not going to tell you of the changes that you are going to see just by having someone outside of your friends or family to talk to.

I’m not a believer in a one size fits all model. I have a lot of book knowledge from years in school, but I also have a lot of real life experiences that tell me that all that book stuff doesn’t apply to everyone.

I went to school and I’m fully licensed, you can verify that with the state of Texas. But the experience that I like to highlight is not pieces of paper on my wall, but the 10 plus years that I have been in the trenches. Not just in the trenches with clients but being able to climb out of my own trenches of anxiety.

I don’t work with those with anxiety from a book, but from real lived experiences. When you talk about the random thoughts spinning a million miles per hour in you head, I’ve been there. When you talk about the cleaning frenzy you go on just to have some sense of control in your life, I’ve been there.

I’ve been in most places that my clients have been. You will frequently catch me nodding my head in understanding as you talk about your life and it’s like you’re playing a scene from my own.

The difference between me and you, however, is the fact that I’m on the other side of the storm and you’re still in the midst of it. But I have a little secret for you…I know how to get to the otherside of that storm.

When you work with me you get a connection to a real person that will have a conversation with you not just listen to you talk. I like to let you know how real of a person I am and normalize the things that you are going through.

I’m not going to judge you for the chapter that you are on in the book that we call your life. Are you ready?

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STRESS! It’s everywhere, and sometimes we don’t even know we have it. Some is good, but too much is bad. Most of all, it’s different for everyone. What keeps you up at night? Do you wonder, “why is this happening to me, where is this coming from, why can’t I just … am I a bad person?” Or, maybe you procrastinate by doing everything else to avoid doing what you should be doing. Stress can show up physically too; low energy, random pains, chronic pain, hair loss, gut issues, skin issues, weight fluctuation, food allergies, addictions, depression, anxiety…Do you feel like you’ve tried everything? Have you tried NET? You’ve made it this far and you’re doing great! The fact that you’re reading this means there’s hope and you are ready to try something new. However stress is showing up for you, we can get to the bottom of it together.

When we are born, we are a blank slate until we learn things from our environment. We form our thoughts and behavior patterns from all the experiences we have and from the people around us. There’s no wrong behavior, there is only learned behavior. That saying “it runs in the family” or “it’s genetic” can be true but it doesn’t have to keep running in the family. You have the power to change all of it for the better. With NET we can get to the source of those behaviors, bring awareness and understanding, and give ourselves the ability to choose something different.

I grew up in a dysfunctional family, learning dysfunctional models. But I saw how things could be from other couples and families. I yearned for better, but I couldn’t figure out how. Hours and Hours of counseling helped but I wanted more, I needed things to change faster so I could have more peace in my life. Everything changed when I was given NET, so I made a career change. And then the doors flew wide open when I added nutrition and relationship coaching. For lack of better words, I feel I can truly live now.

Spiritually, I am Christian. Currently, I am certified in NET (Neuro Emotional Technique) and a certified nutrition coach through Precision Nutrition).

What is NET? In a nutshell, NET is a method of processing the mental and physical aspects of an unresolved stress pattern. Through manual muscle testing and the small act of just remembering a trauma or thinking about a distressing object, NET allows the client to find and correct the stress patterns with “pinpoint accuracy and unprecedented speed.” What does muscle testing look like? It looks like person A holding their arm out, and person B applying some pressure above person A’s wrist. While the pressure is being applied, person A need only resist person B with equal pressure. Person A’s arm will either remain strong or go weak. For more information on NET, please visit www.netmindbody.com.

What’s the difference between therapy and coaching? Only because these labels exist, I look at therapy as a way to process and understand, and coaching is the proactive approach to implementing life skills. Ideally, NET would play a part because I believe in it 100%, but it is not mandatory. If there is interest in the physical aspect beyond nutrition coaching, I can refer you to my personal experts. Ultimately, the choice is yours in who you work with, my main goal is helping you get to the life you want to live now, with or without me.

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Shala Powers, M.S. Counseling Intern Trauma‑Informed Client‑Centered

I come to this work with both lived experience and professional training. My own healing journey shaped my commitment to helping others navigate emotional pain, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with their identity. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s degree in science management, and I’m currently completing my second master’s in counseling.

I offer a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive space where you can explore your emotions at your own pace. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and respect for your story. You don’t have to walk this path alone, I’m here to support you as you grow.

Shala Powers, M.S. Counseling Intern Trauma‑Informed Client‑Centered I come to this work with b... Read More

There’s a saying that goes a little something like this: “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending”. You hold the power. You have the key. You are the captain of your own destiny.

Working with me, you will not be treated as “just another client” but as a therapeutic ally. Together, we will work using several approaches that allow you to address the reasons that are causing your difficulties and build meaningful personal and social connections.

My job is not to fix, take away, or solve any problems; I am here to help you heal and facilitate your way through the many varying emotions and experiences of suffering. By working with me, you’ll be given the opportunity to be in your thoughts. You will get a chance to hear them, gather them, understand them, and find answers to them. I will be there every step of your journey to help you find your purpose and to find the road that was especially prepared for you!

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