Journey4ward
501c3 Non-Profit
Healing Hearts Together
Supporting families affected by violence and at-risk youth.
Funding provided by:
Texas Attorney General Office (VOCA FUNDS)
United Way
City of Fort Worth CCPD Funding
Meet The Team
To schedule an appointment, please choose the therapist that best fits your needs and use the link to schedule your appointment. You will then receive an email with your intake documents to fill out and return before your first appointment. Please fill them out BEFORE your appointment or your appointment may need to be rescheduled.
​As the Director of Counseling for Journey4ward, she oversees our counseling staff. If you want to join Journey4ward's counseling staff or speak to her about one of our counselors, please email her at Counseling@journey4ward.org.
Sarai Lajas - MS, LPC, EMDR Trauma Therapy Intensives and Counseling Services
Journey4ward's Director of Counseling
Sarai earned her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology and is a licensed counselor in Texas. Sarai has worked as a professional counselor with trauma counseling organizations and in the University setting. She is a specialist in trauma recovery and relational repair therapy, and she is fluent in Spanish and English and is Gottman Level 1 and EMDR trained. Sarai served honorably for 12 years in the United States Army, performing crisis intervention and counseling and conducting numerous workshops and retreats worldwide. Journey4ward is excited to have Saria counseling and serving our victims. Journey4ward'sictims that she has counseled have all expressed that she is an excellent counselor, and she has helped them to process the stages of grief and helped them immensely in their recoveries.
FLUENT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH
​Therapy Modalities include:
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Addictions
EMDR
ADHD
Family
Anger Management
Incest/Abuse
Anxiety Disorders
Individual Therapy
Bereavement
LGBTQ Issues
Christian Counseling
Military
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Mood Disorders
Couples/Marital Counseling
Post Traumatic Stress
Crisis Trauma
DBT Therapy
Cultural Issues
Depression
Domestic Violence
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Currently not accepting new clients
​Monet Is currently available to supervise interns.
If you are interested in supervision, please email her at: healingdeeprootscounseling@gmail.com
Monet Smith, Psychotherapy, LPC-S
EMDR Therapist, CBT, DBT
Monet is a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy services for over seven years and is working towards becoming an LPC-S. Her vast experiences include inpatient and outpatient mental health care, school counseling, working with children, traumatic grief counseling, individual sessions, group sessions in mental health and substance abuse, and family group sessions. Monet uses evidence-based practice skills, including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness/ motivation, stress relief skills, client-centered therapy, and solution-focused counseling. She is also trained to provide therapy services as a safe space in the LGBTQ community and is a victim of gun violence. Monet lost her sister to gun violence and is passionate about working to prevent gun violence in our community.
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Michelle is fluent in German and English and can counsel children 3 years old and older and adults.
Available for Telehealth and In-office visits
Weekday - day and evening hours, additional hours upon request
To schedule an appointment with Michelle, please select this link:
https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/michelle-mcqueen-bradley-only-children-mansfield-tx
Michelle McQueen- Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, EMDR, Play Therapy
Michelle McQueen has two Master's Level degrees: a Master of Arts in International Relations and a Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is a Board-Certified Life Coach and Licensed Professional Counselor. Michelle utilizes her training in EMDR, Emotion-focused therapy, Sand play, and Play Therapy to bring healing to individuals.
Michelle's Story:
My father joined the military and moved to Germany at the age of 9, which brought a better understanding of trauma in the home and the community. Germany became my home until the age of 24. Most of my acquaintances were military associates. Through these experiences, I developed an understanding of silent sufferers. My first Masters was in International Relations in hopes of helping Third World Countries. Still, my journey led me to understand that healing begins with the heart, where I continued to get my second Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
My passion started with working with children in 2013 to bring healing and infiltrate a child’s worldview from harm to love and healing. Today, I am a trained play therapist working with children starting at age 6, and I provide sand tray therapy for adults and children to develop self-awareness of their inner child and heart with figures and images. My career led me to work with the military population in 2016 because I was immersed in the military culture in Germany. In graduate school, I volunteered to learn EMDR in 2014 to help those with post-traumatic stress and those who are silently suffering. Outside work, I love singing, dancing, and playing piano. My journey has taken me to four continents, and now I am in Texas, where I aim to bring wellness everywhere.
Journey4ward is excited to have Michelle with us, counseling children 4 and up and their families.
​​Therapy Modalities include:
Anger Management
EMDR
Anxiety Disorders
Family Therapy
Behavior Modification
Individual Therapy
Bereavement
Group Therapy
Christian Counseling
Military
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Crisis Trauma
Phobias
Cultural Issues
Play therapy
Domestic Violence
Women's Issues
Depression
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Amber is available to counsel children 5 and older, teens, and adults.
Available for Telehealth and In-office visits
Weekday - daytime hours and additional hours upon request
To schedule an appointment with Amber, please select this link:
https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/amber-anglin-mansfield-tx-1
Amber Anglin. Licensed Professional Counselor/Graduate Student
Amber is dedicated to guiding Journey4ward trauma survivors on their journey to healing and recovery, prioritizing trauma-informed care. She creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients, tailoring evidence-based practices to meet their unique needs. With 17 years of experience working with youth as an educator, she's passionate about promoting mental well-being and equipping youth and adults with practical coping skills. With her warm and empathetic approach, Amber helps her clients navigate their mental health challenges and build resilience through their transformative healing journey. She's committed to providing crucial mental health resources to marginalized communities, youth, and victims.
In addition to her professional role, Amber loves her role as a wife to her husband, Chris, and mother to her two young sons. These roles are central to her identity, and she is committed to nurturing loving relationships and creating cherished memories with her family. She also enjoys traveling, reading, and spending quality time with loved ones in her free time. Her personal pursuits enrich her life and enhance her approach to therapy. They remind her of the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and finding joy in everyday moments.
​​Therapy Modalities include:
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EMDR
Crisis Trauma
ADHD
Depression
Anxiety Disorders
Domestic Violence
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Family
Behavior Modification
Individual Therapy
Bereavement
LGBTQ Issues
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Police/Fire Personnel
Couples/Marital Counseling
Post Traumatic Stress
Play Therapy
Women's Issues
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Keandra is fluent in Sign Language and available to counsel 18 years and older.
Available for Telehealth and In-office visits
Weekday - evening hours, weekends, and additional hours upon request
To schedule an appointment with Keandra, please select this link:
Keandra White, Journey4ward Trauma Counselor and EMDR Therapist, Sign Language, ages 12 and up
Keandra is a counseling team member at Journey4ward, bringing a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and compassion to her work. With a strong academic background and a deep commitment to mental health advocacy, Keandra is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of individuals and communities. Keandra's educational journey reflects her passion for counseling and her relentless pursuit of excellence. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, which she earned in 2019, followed by a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. Keandra is pursuing her doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, with an expected graduation date in December 2025. In her approach to counseling, Keandra employs a holistic framework that integrates various therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Christian Faith, and Client-Centered approaches. This eclectic approach allows her to tailor her counseling interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual client, fostering healing and growth. In addition to her counseling expertise, Keandra also serves as a sign language counselor, demonstrating her commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in mental health care.
​​​Therapy Modalities include:
Addictions
EMDR
Anxiety Disorders
Group
Aids/HIV
Individual Therapy
Anger Management
Mood Disorders
Bereavement
Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Personality Disorders
Crisis Trauma
Phobias
Domestic Violence
Post-Partum
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
DBT Therapy
Women Issues
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Bianca is fluent in English and Spanish and counsels children 4 and older, teens, and adults.
Available for Telehealth and In-office visits
Weekday - Evening hours and additional hours upon request
To schedule an appointment with Bianca, please select this link:
https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/bianca-camacho-mansfield-tx
Bianca Camacho
Bianca is working towards getting her master’s as a licensed clinical counselor from California Baptist University and will graduate by May 2025. She speaks English and Spanish fluently and offers in-person and online services to Journey4ward clients. She is passionate about working with youth and adults and enjoys helping them with their journeys in mental health care.
Her Christian faith influences her counseling approach and helps her create trusting and strong relationships with Journey4ward clients and their families.
Bianca was born in Las Vegas, attended college in California, and moved to Texas in November with her husband and two corgis. She is a military Marine wife, and they have been together for ten years. They have been married for three years. Bianca enjoys spending time with her dogs, hiking as a family, and exploring new food places with friends and family!
​​Therapy Modalities include:
EMDR
Depression
Anxiety Disorders
Family
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Individual Therapy
Behavior Modification
Military
Christian Counseling
Post Traumatic Stress
Bereavement
Sleep Disorders
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Play Therapy
Couples/Marital Counseling
Women's Issues
Crisis Trauma
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Autturia works with clients 18 years and older. She is available for telehealth and in-office visits on weekdays, evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and additional hours upon request.
To schedule an appointment with Autturia, please select this link. To schedule an appointment with Auttaria, please select this link:https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/auttaria-shinault-general-trauma-counseling-mansfield-tx
Auttaria Shinualt, Student Intern
Auttaria Shinault is pursuing her master's degree in clinical mental health. She is passionate about helping as many people as possible and helping clients gain peace. Auttaria is here to support you on your journey toward emotional well-being and personal growth. Her main goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. She is here to listen, offer insights, and share resources to help you navigate life's challenges. With a focus on empathy and understanding, she aims to empower you by fostering a greater sense of self-awareness and resilience. Whether you’re looking for coping strategies, mindfulness techniques, or someone to talk to, she is here to help you find your path to healing. Our clients speak highly of Auttaria’s professional and caring work ethic and say that she genuinely cares about her client's mental health needs. She is excited about training in all areas of counseling and gaining more knowledge to further her career in mental health.
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Therapy Modalities include:
ADHD
Anxiety Disorders
Bereavement
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Crisis Trauma
Domestic Violence
Group
Individual Therapy
LGBT
Mood Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Women Issues
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Sofia is fluent in English and Spanish and available to counsel 12 years and older.
Available for Telehealth
Weekday - Week day hours, and additional hours upon request
To schedule an appointment with Sofia, please select this link and send her a message, and she will contact you to schedule your appointment:
https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/sofia-naupari-bilingual-services-spanish-mansfield-tx
Sofia Naupari, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, National Certified Counselor
Sofia is a bilingual LPC Associate in Texas who offers individual counseling services to adults, adolescents, and children virtually. She is fluent in Spanish and English and earned her Master's Degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
She uses an integrative approach combining person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to address each client's needs. However, she adjusts and combines her approach to fit each client's needs and address each client holistically. She feels it is important to see the client’s worldview, which includes the mental, physical, spiritual, and social aspects of their life.
Sofia will guide and support you through life’s difficult moments and listen to you as you find your way. She is the ideal counselor if you are dealing with life transitions, grief, trauma, and other monumental moments in your life. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, or depression, you can expect Sofia to empathize and support you during these moments.
In her downtime, Sofia enjoys spending time with her family, running, and staying active. She also enjoys learning about different cultures and traveling to different countries, and she has been to Japan, South America, and Europe.
​​Therapy Modalities include:
Anxiety Disorders
Bereavement
Geriatrics
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Incest/Abuse
Crisis Trauma
Individual Therapy
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Domestic Violence
Women's Issues
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Currently not accepting new clients
Elizabeth Witowich, Student Intern
Elizabeth is working on her Masters's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Colorado Christian University and is set to graduate in Fall 2024.
She is passionate about fostering healthy relationships with families, couples, and individuals and has experience working with teenagers. Her experience includes treating a variety of mental health issues, including PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Elizabeth has spent the last eight years working in early childhood education and finds joy in exploring art and various creative outlets.
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Volunteer Counselor - Currently not accepting new clients
Sherri Mata, PsyD, ABD Instructor of Psychology
Sherri Mata is a full-time faculty member at Tarrant County College and Tarleton State University and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Sherri has a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in professional counseling. She is working towards a doctorate in clinical psychology, leading to licensure as a psychologist in Texas. As an instructor, Sherri teaches general psychology, psychology of adjustment, lifespan/human growth and development, educational psychology & APA writing. As a counselor, Sherri has worked with the felony, victim, and college student populations. As a director of counseling, Sherri advocates for a non-violent community, working with city officials, local independent school districts, and various coalitions representing the Victim’s Coalition and the Criminal Justice System. Sherri’s current research includes assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for victims of violent crimes as well as a disorder that is being researched and considered for the next edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostics and Statistical Manual of Mental Desired (Persistent Complex Bereavement Disorder).
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Volunteers, STUDENTS and INTERNS
Apply Today
Journey4ward is searching for counselors interested in trauma-informed counseling and working with victims. We also offer internships to students in the state of Texas. If you are interested in working with Journey4ward, please email us: journey4ward@yahoo.com
Or you may call us
For information please call us at 817-999-7784