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Dallas Therapeutic Services

A multi-specialty private psychotherapy & psychological testing practice in DFW.

11/17/2025

At Dallas Therapeutic Services, we are proud to support veterans by offering comprehensive psychological evaluations and Nexus Letters to assist with service-connected disability claims through the VA. A Nexus Letter provides a clear, evidence-based explanation of how a veteran’s current mental health condition such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other service-connected concerns is linked to their military service.

Each letter is prepared by Dr. Clicque, a licensed psychologist with experience in trauma-related diagnoses. The process includes a thorough clinical interview, careful review of relevant medical and military records, and standardized assessment measures when appropriate. Our approach is meticulous, compassionate, and focused on providing documentation that accurately reflects each veteran’s experiences and needs.

We understand how important these claims can be for accessing care, support, and benefits that impact quality of life. Our goal is to offer clear, well-documented, and supportive evaluations that help veterans navigate the VA process with confidence and assurance that their service and health are fully recognized.

11/15/2025

When therapy feels both structured and supportive, lasting change can take root. Ryan’s office reflects his balanced approach: clear, compassionate, and designed to help clients explore challenges while building resilience.

Ready to take that next step? Reach out today to book your session with Ryan.

11/12/2025

ERP, or Exposure and Response Prevention, is a type of therapy that helps people gradually face fears, intrusive thoughts, or anxiety-triggering situations in a safe, structured way. It serves as one of many tools to we use to help clients move toward healing. Rather than avoiding fears, we focus on changing your relationship with them so they no longer steer your course. Over time, the waves of anxiety lose their power, leaving space for calm, confidence, and freedom. Rather than avoiding discomfort, ERP guides you to approach it step by step, building tolerance and reducing the urge to engage in compulsive behaviors.

Through this process, anxiety naturally decreases over time, and you learn that feared situations or thoughts are manageable. Sessions are carefully paced and personalized, ensuring you feel supported and in control throughout. Many clients find that ERP not only reduces distress but also strengthens confidence, resilience, and a sense of freedom in daily life.

11/10/2025

Life can feel complicated, and sometimes it’s hard to know which way to turn. Ryan McNamara, LCSW, brings both structure and compassion to therapy, helping adults navigate challenges like substance use, anxiety, and stress with clarity and support. His background spans group and individual therapy, clinical supervision, and program coordination, giving him a broad perspective on what clients need at different points in their journey.

Ryan’s style is direct yet flexible, ensuring sessions are both grounded in clear communication and responsive to each client’s unique needs. His trauma-informed, collaborative approach blends empathy with structure, often encouraging clients to practice skills outside of sessions through homework and reflection.

At the heart of Ryan’s work is a belief in therapy’s power to unlock resilience and growth. He sees his role as walking alongside clients as they discover new ways of navigating life’s complexities and moving toward healing, self-discovery, and fulfillment.

11/07/2025

Grief is rarely neat or predictable. It can come in waves, sometimes subtle, sometimes overwhelming, reminding you of what’s missing. Therapy provides a compassionate space to honor your feelings, process memories, and learn to carry your loss without letting it define your life. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting or “moving on” too quickly, it means finding ways to live alongside the pain, gradually discovering moments of light, connection, and hope. Step by step, you can allow yourself to grieve, to breathe, and to gently return to life at your own pace.

11/05/2025

A therapy space should feel like somewhere you can breathe easier, and Natalie’s office is just that. Rooted in gentleness and affirmation, it’s a space where clients can be themselves fully while receiving support for whatever they’re carrying.

If you’re ready to begin your journey with Natalie, we’d love to schedule your first session.

11/03/2025

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapy designed to help the brain process distressing or traumatic experiences that can feel “stuck” in the nervous system. In a session, a trained clinician guides you through recalling these experiences while using gentle, structured forms of bilateral stimulation often side-to-side eye movements, taps, or sounds.

This process helps your brain reframe and integrate memories in a way that reduces their emotional intensity. Over time, experiences that once felt overwhelming can feel more manageable, and the thoughts, feelings, or physical sensations tied to them can shift. EMDR doesn’t erase memories, it helps you process them safely so that they no longer control your daily life.

The therapy takes place in a safe, supportive environment where you remain in control, and the pace is tailored to your comfort. Many clients notice relief from anxiety, trauma, or other persistent emotional challenges, along with an increased sense of clarity, calm, and resilience.

10/29/2025

Finding a space where you feel truly seen and affirmed can make all the difference in therapy. Natalie Smith-Low, LCSW-S, brings gentleness, patience, and an affirming presence to her work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, including those exploring gender identity, navigating transition, or seeking support for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress.

Natalie’s style is approachable and collaborative, blending evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT with humor, compassion, and validation. Clients describe her as easy to talk to, affirming, and open-minded, with the ability to balance both warmth and clear direction.

She believes recovery doesn’t look the same for everyone. Instead, Natalie’s goal is to help clients discover and lean into their own strengths, values, and authenticity. For her, therapy is about more than symptom relief, it’s about creating a life that feels honest, aligned, and deeply your own.

10/27/2025

IQ testing is more than just a number, it’s a tool to better understand how you or your loved one process information, solve problems, and learn. At DTS, one of our trained clinicians meets with you in the office to administer a series of tests measuring four key domains of intelligence: verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. The assessment also provides an overall IQ score, offering a clear snapshot of cognitive strengths and areas for growth.

The testing process typically takes about two hours and is conducted in a supportive, structured environment designed to help you feel comfortable and focused. Once complete, we review the results with you, providing context and insights that can guide educational planning, therapy, or personal growth. Our goal is to ensure that each evaluation is not just informative but empowering you to make decisions with confidence and understanding.

10/24/2025

A therapy space should feel safe, approachable, and empowering and that’s exactly what you’ll find with Mackenzie. Whether she’s working with a child, teen, or adult, her office is a place where clients can practice new skills, explore challenges, and feel truly seen.

Ready to begin your journey with Mackenzie? Reach out today to book a session.

10/23/2025

Cognitive and learning testing is designed to provide a clear understanding of learning strengths and challenges. These evaluations are especially helpful for diagnosing learning disabilities: neurologically based processing differences that can impact skills like reading, writing, or math. Beyond identifying specific learning challenges, testing can also reveal underlying cognitive or psychological factors that may contribute to difficulties in learning.

At DTS, our evaluations begin with a thorough clinical interview. We gather developmental, educational, medical, and family history, and listen closely to the individual, parents, and teachers to understand current concerns. From there, we use a combination of standardized assessments including cognitive tests, academic achievement measures, processing skills evaluations, IQ testing, and behavioral and emotional assessments, along with observations and informal assessments. This comprehensive approach creates a complete picture of how someone learns and processes information.

The goal is to not only identify areas of difficulty, but also to highlight strengths and guide actionable strategies. Whether for school planning, therapy, or personal insight, our testing process is thorough, compassionate, and designed to empower both the individual and their support system with clarity and understanding.

10/20/2025

Starting therapy, whether for yourself or your child, can feel like a big step. Mackenzie Edwards LCSW understands that, and her goal is to create a space where clients feel both supported and empowered. She works with children, teens, and adults, helping them face challenges like anxiety, phobias, OCD, depression, trauma, and family stress with compassion and practical tools.

With a background in both school settings and private practice, Mackenzie brings insight into what kids, families, and adults need most. She balances structure with flexibility, tailoring each session to the client’s goals. For some, that means talking things through directly; for others, it may involve worksheets, activities, or practices to carry outside of sessions.

Mackenzie believes therapy isn’t just about getting through today’s challenges, it’s about building confidence and resilience for the long term. Whether she’s supporting a child, a family, or an adult, her focus is always on helping clients feel capable, understood, and ready to take on what comes next.

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6303 Commerce Drive Ste 175
Irving, TX
75063

Website

http://www.dallastherapeutic.com/

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