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About Us
At Element Counseling, we believe that everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance.
"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." -Maya Angelou
Our Story
Beginning as a one-person operation, Element Counseling has grown into a thriving group practice with a highly trained team of clinicians to meet your needs! We offer virtual services as well as in-person services in Arlington, TX. Our clinicians specialize in a wide range of treatment options and offer customized services to meet your needs. Whether you're looking for psychological testing, individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, training on mental health topics, or wanting to get trained on providing assessments, we've got you covered! We also strive to make therapy affordable by offering access to our highly skilled therapists at low self-pay rates with flexible scheduling. It is our mission to provide affordable, quality care!
Meet The Elements!
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Stephanie Miller, Ph.D., LPC, CCTP
Owner & CEO
Stephanie Miller is the owner and founder of Element Counseling. As a 10-year veteran and former Law Liaison, Stephanie is uniquely familiar with the stress and trauma first responders and veterans encounter. She has spent her career specializing in complex trauma and first responders. Stephanie is independently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Texas and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Arizona. She holds bachelor’s degrees in psychology and criminal justice, a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Forensics. In addition, Stephanie is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and is heavily involved in conducting critical incident debriefs with law enforcement and first responder agencies throughout Texas and Arizona.
Stephanie has also had the opportunity to share her experience and knowledge as a keynote speaker and panelist on Capitol Hill to advocate for alternatives to opioid use in healthcare. She was a guest speaker at Arizona State University’s Safe Spaces Speaker Series where she presented on Intergenerational Trauma and has served as a panelist and instructor at numerous mental health and law enforcement conferences throughout Texas, as well as provided instruction to local police academies and corporate entities regarding the impact of prolonged stress and trauma. Stephanie uses a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and psychoanalytic approaches to treat clients, and incorporates mindfulness and meditation as well as psychoeducation to provide empirically based holistic treatment. Her areas of research interest include qualitative and quantitative work with first responders, veterans, sexual trauma survivors, and those with complex trauma to identify and advance alternative and holistic forms of treatment and healing. Her focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths through self-exploration and awareness in a neutral and safe space.
Venitra Bradberry, LPC-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Letitia Powell, LPC-S)
Venitra Bradberry is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who is supervised by Letitia Powell, LPC-S, in North Houston, Texas. Venitra is currently providing virtual services to clients throughout the state of Texas. She obtained her Bachelors of Science in Psychology at the University of Houston and Master of Education in Counseling and School Counseling at Lamar University. Her passion for helping others started as an investigator for child abuse and neglect. This gave her experience in providing resources and services for parents as well as children of all ages.
Venitra brings over a decade of experience specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals as they overcome obstacles and develop healthy living habits and relationships. Her approach is client-centered, focusing on individual needs and fostering resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth. By integrating evidence-based practices with a compassionate and collaborative approach, she has successfully guided many individuals through their personal journeys towards well-being and fulfillment.
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Venitra believes that she and her clients are a team. Her extensive background in CBT allows her to help clients identify and modify negative thought patterns, leading to more positive behaviors and improved mental health. Additionally, her expertise in SFT empowers clients to leverage their existing strengths and resources to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Diana Sarg, LPC-Associate, CTP
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Dr. Jacobie Robinson, PhD, LPC-S)
Diana Sarg is a licensed professional counselor associate and Certified Trauma Professional supervised by Jacobie Robinson, Ph.D, LPC-S, in Fort Worth, Texas. Diana obtained her bachelor's degree in Biblical Counseling and Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at The King's University. She is a kind, empathetic, and patient person with a heart and experience to serve diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. She values building rapport, being collaborative, and creating a non-judgmental environment to foster trust and compassion. Diana's areas of focus include neurodivergent families, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and complex trauma, adjustment issues, phobias.
Diana believes in individuals' ability to grow in their self-awareness through their unique strengths and willingness to commit to therapy. Diana provides Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EDMR) therapy, IFS, Narrative Solution-Focused Therapy, and Experiential Therapy. Diana is committed to being a lifelong learner and is continuously expanding her knowledge in other therapies. Additionally, she has over 12 years of personal experience as an advocating parent of a child with disabilities and has a passion for serving neurodivergent families.
Bree Hunt, LPC-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Janice Moran, LPC-S)
Bree Hunt is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who is supervised by Janice Moran, LPC-S, in Fort Worth, TX. Bree provides counseling services to clients throughout the state of Texas, both virtually and in person in Arlington. She graduated from the University of North Texas in 2018 with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and went on to obtain her Master of Science in Counseling in 2023 from Texas A&M Commerce.
Her background in the mental health field started long before she became licensed, as she worked alongside individuals dealing with substance use and mental health issues in a residential setting as a mental health technician. Bree has vast clinical experience working with individuals who are dealing with substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ issues. She has a particular interest in working with adolescents and young adults dealing with identity issues, women’s issues, and depression and anxiety. Bree uses a combination of person-centered therapy (PCT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to create a tailored approach for each individual.
Bree believes in meeting you where you are at. She knows that committing to therapy and bettering yourself takes courage. She will help you to set goals and recognize your strengths to improve your overall well being.
Jahzel Montaño
Counseling Practicum Student (Supervised by Stephanie Miller, LPC-S)
Jahzel Montaño obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Arizona State University. Upon graduating, she began working her lifelong passion of working with children who had lived through traumatic experiences caused by abuse and neglect. This work along with her own personal experiences in childhood have fueled her desire to pursue a path of diving in deeper.
Jahzel is presently a student at Northwestern University seeking to obtain her Master’s in Counseling and is completing her practicum through Element Counseling. Jahzel is dedicated to the continued development of her skills while working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and adjusting to life changes. Jahzel brings a wealth of life experience and empathy to her work to help clients understand their own journey and walk alongside them through the process. Jahzel is currently accepting self-pay clients through telehealth in the states of Arizona and Texas.
Kyle Pearson
Counseling Practicum Student (Supervised by Stephanie Miller, LPC)
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Kyle is currently attending graduate school at Texas Tech University Health Science Center, specializing in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling. He also holds a bachelor's degree in Aviation Management from Eastern Michigan University and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Oklahoma. Additionally, as a former first-responder and Air Force veteran, Kyle is highly skilled and familiar with helping first responders navigate the unique challenges they and their families face.
In addition to his work with the military and first responders, Kyle is also an aviation enthusiast and licensed pilot, and currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley. Kyle is passionate about providing counseling and mental health services to those in need, aiming to make a
meaningful impact in his community. Kyle is currently accepting self-pay clients through telehealth in the states of Texas and Arizona.
Shanley Stuteville
Counseling Practicum Student (Supervised by J'Briel Porter, LPC)
Shanley is currently working towards her Master of Arts in Psychology at Dallas Baptist
University and is completing her graduate internship at Element Counseling. She also graduated
from DBU with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Her unique life experiences have led her to
the mental health field, and she believes that life’s challenges can be a platform for positive
personal growth. She is passionate about helping children and adolescents who may be
experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, as well as self-esteem,
and social issues. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, writing, and creating art.
Bri Liberman
Program Manager & Counseling Intern
Bri Liberman is the Clinical Program Manager at Element Counseling. She is currently working towards her M.S. in Counseling at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Throughout her adolescence, Bri had a unique experience with complex trauma which drew her to this field. She believes she has been given this life and overcame her experiences to help others. She is passionate about understanding trauma, both in individualistic circumstances and on systemic and generational levels. Bri is here to help answer any questions or concerns you may have about the counseling experience.
Aly Miller
Administrative & Marketing Director
Aly Miller is the Administrative & Marketing Director of Element Counseling. She recently graduated with her BA in Journalism and a minor in Creative Media Industries from Texas Tech University. Aly brings a wealth of knowledge related to the ever-changing world of social media, marketing and journalism. Through her studies she has learned how to promote social issues and concerns through various media platforms. She has completed internships with KLBK-TV in Lubbock, TX as a sports and news reporter, and hopes to continue her career bringing awareness to social issues and injustices throughout our society. In her spare time, she enjoys working out, watching sports, spending time with friends, and being a mom to "the best furbaby in the world", Leonardo DiCaprio DiVinci Miller, who is an Australian Shepard/Husky mix. If you have a mental health related topic you would like to see discussed in our social media, or would like to schedule a free 15-minute consult, reach out to Aly by clicking the link below!