TexasSouthlakeTherapy Clinic

Christy Besett, LPC-Associate

Christy Besett is a compassionate, and strategic Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised under Dr. Reid Ph.D, LPC-S. She holds a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. Christy has completed level one training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and has completed EMDRIA approved EMDR training. Christy works with children, adolescents, women, and couples and has been an art and music educator for several years. Christy is passionate about mental health and loves creating helpful strategies for her clients. She wants clients to experience freedom through creative modalities and experience hope. In her spare time she enjoys her family, pets, and running.

Glenna Massey, LPC

Glenna is a Licensed Professional Counselor, holding a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. She has experience working with individuals, families, and children. She is a Gottman Level 3 trained Couples Therapist and is an EMDR practitioner. She is passionate about relationships and has expertise in healing trauma and stress from a whole person-oriented perspective. Prior to joining Ellie, Glena spent several years in non-profit mental health; private practice; and higher education as an adjunct professor. She is thrilled to join her passion for mental health with her love for providing innovative services to meet the unique needs of various individuals and couples. Glenna is married to her childhood sweetheart and enjoys family time with her two adult children, their spouses and three grandkids! She enjoys the outdoors and being near large bodies of water (pool, lake, ocean). Most recently she has discovered a love for the mountains. She enjoys watercolor painting (new hobby), sudoku, and cooking.

Jennifer Shonkwiler, LPC-Associate

Jennifer Shonkwiler is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised under Brandi M. Smith, M.A., LPC-S. She holds a Master’s of Science in Professional Counseling. Jennifer works with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and other feelings/emotions that arise within the body, while focusing on Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness, EMDR, and mind/body awareness. Jennifer is able to help clients understand that they may stumble, but are able to adapt and anchor to safety. Jennifer is a wife, mother of one girl and two boys and two goofy dogs. She loves anything to do with coffee, water, and being outside.

Kacie Hildreth, LPC

Kacie Hildreth is a hard-working, goal oriented but wild-hearted therapist and our Southlake clinic manager. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and enjoys working with adolescents and all stages of adulthood. She has experience addressing depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and severe mental illness. She helps people embrace their power and mindset shifts to overcome obstacles they are facing. She uses CBT, DBT, person-centered, motivational interviewing and trauma informed care with clients providing them with support.

Kacie is a wife and mother of two boys and a fluffy golden retriever. She loves anything to do with water, beaches and travel.

Sheresa Dagley, LPC-Associate

Sheresa holds a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology. She is passionate about helping individuals find the best version of themselves. She enjoys helping individuals find their identity, self confidence and the greatness within themselves. She has experience working with a wide age group, from teens to older adults. She has helped individuals work through depression, anxiety, life transitions, spiritual issues, grief and trauma. When not seeing clients Sheresa enjoys spending time with my son, husband and wild golden retriever. Some of her hobbies include; paper crafting, expanding my nail polish collection and running.

Tiana Shivers, LPC

Tiana is a compassionate and goal-focused Licensed Professional Counselor. She has years of experience counseling with children and adolescents, adults and couples with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transition, grief and trauma. Tiana works with individuals to achieve their goals by uncovering their strength and mastering the tools for success. She provides a space for clients to work through difficulties, using evidence-based therapies, humor and compassion. When not in the office, you can find Tiana spending time with her family. She enjoys running, anything festive, and spending time outdoors.