About
Get To Know Frisco Licensed Professional Counselor
Cara McLeod, MA, LPC-S
I am a wife and mom of two teens residing in Frisco, Texas. I grew up in Texas, attended Baylor University, and moved to Colorado for graduate school.
As a college athlete, I started in the health and wellness field, training both myself and others to excel in their pursuit of physical fitness. I soon discovered, however, the importance of mental and emotional health. Many of the physically well individuals I worked with were unhappy, stressed, or lonely.
Over the years, I have pursued extensive training to treat a variety of mental health issues and accumulated a depth of knowledge from each of the hundreds of individuals I’ve had the opportunity to work with. It is my calling and passion to join others on their journey of healing.
Education
1999, Baylor University
Bachelors of Science in Education Degree, Health and Wellness Studies
Cum Laude
2001, Colorado Christian University
Masters degree in Counseling
Expertise
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in the treatment of:
Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Grief
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Women's Issues
I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient treatment, community mental health, and, most recently, as an outpatient clinical director. I am currently offering therapy services to adults in the North Dallas Metroplex.
My Approach
My therapy practice is founded on the core principles of intention and compassion. I have pursued extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trauma therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Multisystemic Therapy (MST).
At this time I am focused solely on providing exceptional individual therapy services. This is available for both in-person and virtual sessions.
Credentials
LPC-S Texas, 70921
LPC Colorado, 0004013
EMDR Certified Therapist
EMDR International Association Member