Trauma Free Tree

12/08/2025

I would like to formally introduce myself to this page.
With a BA in Communication Disorders and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology, my lifelong passion has been understanding humans — how we connect, how we grow, and how we find more joy and ease in our lives.

I am licensed as an LMFT in both CA & TX.
I am also a registered, trauma-informed Yoga Teacher, and I believe deeply in the mind–body connection and our innate ability to find a healing center within ourselves.

I am the owner of Trauma Free Tree PLLC, a therapeutic learning and wellness center located in Taylor, Texas, where I support clients and families in their healing journeys.

I approach therapy in a practical, grounded, and judgment-free way.
As an EMDR Therapist, I integrate mindfulness and the body–brain connection to support healing.
I am IFS-informed and believe each of us is born with a beautiful inner spirit that deserves to be seen and nurtured.

I see clients in person at my center in Taylor, Texas as well as via telehealth for those who prefer or need remote support.

You can learn more or contact me at: www.traumafreetree.com

I’m grateful to walk this path and look forward to sharing more of my journey with you all.

At Trauma Free Tree, we believe in the importance of whole family wellness. Our services are designed to support every member of your family, promoting healing and growth together. We are committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment where you can thrive. Join us on this journey and become....

12/07/2025

Feeling so grateful for this little town that has given TFT Clubhouse so much love and support.
Tonight’s parade was pure joy — our kids got to shout out to the community, dance through the streets, and even blast SpongeBob SquarePants Christmas songs. 🎄💛
A huge thank-you to Ms. Teri Teri Williams and her beautiful son for joining us and making the night even more special.

11/27/2025

Why did homeschooling get SO much harder when middle school started?

At this age kids crave independence in a new way.

They are hard wired to seek connection with people other than their parents.

It used to feel like you had to choose between the safety and support of home schooling or the social learning at traditional school.

Not anymore. At TFT, we're so proud to offer the benefits of each environment.

Check out our website to learn more about our unique approach and how to create the perfect schedule for your child.

We offer full and part time attendance with flexible scheduling for "drop in" days. Limited spots available!

11/27/2025

We are so grateful to be welcoming in 4 new learners next week! We are ready to greet you. With concentrated learning areas for our Middle Schoolers and open space areas for our younger learners, we have the space to learn, play and grow.

11/27/2025

So much gratitude today. 💛
Thank you, Taylor, for wrapping our little Clubhouse in support, kindness, and community love.
And to our families—thank you for trusting us with your kiddos’ paths. Watching them grow, connect, and shine is the best part of what we do. 🌱✨

11/18/2025

Why do teens suddenly think we’re uncool, out of touch, or just plain wrong?
Here’s the truth 👇

It’s science.

During adolescence, the brain goes through a massive remodel. The parts responsible for independence, identity, and critical thinking grow quickly — and teens have to pull away from their parents to become their own person.

➡️ Their prefrontal cortex is still maturing
➡️ Their reward + emotion centers are in overdrive
➡️ And their developmental task is individuation — learning who they are separate from us

So when they question everything…
When they lean on friends more…
When they challenge your rules…
When they act like you suddenly know nothing…

It’s not disrespect.
It’s biology.
It’s healthy.
It’s exactly how they grow into independent, confident adults.

And if you’ve been homeschooling for years and it worked beautifully when they were younger — but now it feels frustrating, exhausting, or like you’re constantly butting heads — that makes perfect sense.
Their brain is literally wired to push for space right now.

Here at TFT Clubhouse, we understand this developmental shift and we’re here to support both you and your teen through a more connected, balanced, and joyful learning experience. 💛

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11/13/2025

10/27/2025

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10/24/2025

Tonight!

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10/20/2025

✨ 50th Birthday + 6 Months of TFT ✨

This birthday feels especially meaningful — I’m turning 50 and celebrating 6 months since TFT Clubhouse officially came to life 🌳💚

TFT has been a dream I’ve carried my whole life — a vision of a space where healing, creativity, and connection could truly take root. And thanks to Taylor, that dream is now real. Every day, I get to live out my professional and personal purpose through this community we’ve built together.

To celebrate, we’re throwing a Birthday Fundraiser Party at The Black Sparrow — with music, comedy, raffles, and prizes brought to you by my incredibly creative friends here in town and coming from Los Angeles and New York! 🎶

Come celebrate with us, support our mission, and help Trauma Free Tree continue to grow and serve families.

💚 This milestone means more than words — 50 years of dreaming, and finally living it out surrounded by love, laughter, and purpose.

Here’s to the next season of growth, healing, and joy 🌱

10/18/2025

This.

Why do I keep a chess board in my classroom?
Because “checkmate” sounds a whole lot better than “go sit in the office.”

Chess isn’t just a game- it’s a quiet regulation strategy.
It’s the art of thinking before reacting, of planning before moving, and of seeing from someone else’s perspective before you make your next choice.

When a student sits down at the board, they learn what it feels like to pause before responding. They learn that every move (just like every word) can change the outcome of the whole day.

It gives their brain a break from the noise and the screens, and gives their heart a chance to slow down. Two kids bent over a chessboard aren’t just learning strategy, they’re learning self-control, patience, and empathy. They’re learning how to handle frustration, how to start over after a mistake, and how to keep playing even when things don’t go their way.

In a trauma-informed classroom, we talk a lot about regulation tools. Some look like fidgets, breathing exercises, or calm corners. But sometimes the best tool doesn’t make a sound, it just sits on the shelf waiting to remind a student that slowing down is a strength, not a weakness.

So yes, we keep a chess board in our classroom.
Not because we’re raising the next grandmaster (though you never know)…
but because every child deserves a place where they can practice the balance between emotion and logic, between impulse and intention.

Connection over correction.
Strategy over reaction.
And a simple game that teaches lessons far beyond the board.