Anxiety Therapy in McKinney, TX
Providing DBT therapy for working parents and military spouses carrying anxiety, perfectionism and guilt
Virtual services across Texas, Colorado, and Washington
Resting feels like something you have to earn. The list of “shoulds” keeps growing, and you’re always behind. When you lose your patience with your kids, it feels like proof you’re falling short on everything. If you’re a military spouse, you might be told you chose this life, so you shouldn’t complain. Maybe it’s time to stop measuring yourself against a bar no one could reach. I’m a working mom and military spouse too, so you don’t have to justify the hard to me.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Anxiety at Compass Care in McKinney, TX offers a space where you don’t have to fight your thoughts or judge your emotions. My work combines DBT, ACT, and attachment theory to help you feel less reactive, quiet your thoughts, and make choices that align with who you want to be, so you can feel more confident, present, and in control.
Anxiety Therapy in McKinney, TX for the Guilt You’re Carrying Everyday
You can feel it in your body. Your shoulders stay tight, your chest feels tense, or sitting still feels almost unbearable. Even when nothing is happening, your body is bracing for the next thing.
There’s a constant sense that something needs your attention. Part of your mind is always scanning, planning, or trying to stay one step ahead, whether that’s tomorrow’s meeting or the next PCS.
Your reactions feel bigger than the situation calls for. You might snap, shut down, or feel a surge of anger before you’ve had a chance to think it through.
The roles you’re juggling leave you exhausted. Maybe you’re switching from employee to parent the second you walk in the door. Maybe you’re the solo parent while your spouse is deployed, then trying to make room for them again when they come home.
Your closest relationships feel disconnected. You love your partner, and you still find yourself overthinking conversations, snapping, or pulling away when your own needs keep going unmet.
I’m Haley, a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist serving McKinney, TX. I help working parents and military spouses calm the anxiety that keeps them on edge, so they can show up for their kids and partner the way they want to. I bring the best of both DBT and ACT to guide you in learning emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and value based change.
In therapy, I use DBT and ACT interventions to teach you how to connect with your emotions and observe your behaviors without judgement. Over and over, I’ve watched clients stop fighting their feelings and start getting curious about them. That’s when the anxiety loosens its grip. They react less, go easier on themselves, and start living their lives instead of just getting through them.
How I Provide Anxiety Therapy Using DBT
Healing Can Look Like…
You stop reacting before you’ve had the chance to think.
You don’t beat yourself up for struggling or feeling.
You can identify what you need and advocate for it without guilt or second guessing.
You’re able to notice the unfair expectations you carry and change them.
You spend less time overthinking and recover more quickly when your mind is pulled in.
You feel confident in your ability to move through difficult moments and phases of life.
You feel grounded in your values and proud of what it means to be human.
Therapy for working parents and military spouses doesn’t have to be one more thing on your plate. It gives you room to understand your feelings and trust yourself to handle them, even on the hard days.
DBT Therapist based in McKinney, TX and serving all of Texas, Colorado, and Washington virtually
Anxiety Therapy in McKinney, TX Specializing in DBT
Meet Haley Alexander, MS, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT
Hi, I’m Haley! For over 6 years I have worked alongside adults who came to me feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in anxious cycles, and beating themselves up over everything. What I know from that work, is that the people who show up here are not broken. They are carrying too much without the right tools, and this is exactly what we work on together.
As someone who understands the pace and pressure of military life or the demands of parenting, I know how anxiety and perfectionism can build over time. Chipping away at your confidence. I want to teach you the power of sitting with your experience instead of pushing it away. Instead of fighting your thoughts or judging your reactions, I’ll teach you to hear what they’re telling us. I take a compassionate, non-judgmental approach that helps you relate to your anxiety, guilt, and difficult emotions with more self-compassion. From there, we build tools to respond calmly, strengthen communication, and make life changes that bring you joy.
Therapy in McKinney, TX
Burnout is feeling worn down by ongoing stress, responsibility, and the weight of trying to do it all. Together, we focus on recharging your body and building habits that protect your energy and well being.
Relationship stress is feeling frustrated by the same arguments, lingering resentment, or a growing sense of disconnection. Together, we focus on understanding what keeps those patterns in place and building skills that support more honest and connective communication.
DBT is learning to manage intense emotions and reactions that feel bigger than the moment calls for. Together, we build practical skills to help you feel more mindful, communicate clearly, and respond instead of react.
You may struggle to find time for therapy between work responsibilities, parenting, and the pace of daily life. Early morning sessions make it possible to prioritize your mental health before the rest of the day begins.
Anxiety is feeling exhausted by constant mental noise, spinning thoughts, or worry about the future. Together, we focus on truly understanding your anxiety while also engaging in the things that bring you joy.
Online therapy offered across Texas, Colorado, and Washington
All services are offered on a private pay basis, with super-bills provided for clients who wish to pursue out of network reimbursement through their insurance.
Therapy Session Fees in McKinney, TX
Individual Therapy Sessions
$150 per hour
Couple's Therapy Sessions
$165 per hour
Sliding Scale
(Limited openings available)
Learn more about Anxiety and how therapy in McKinney, TX can help.
Blog: What it Means to Hold Two Truths at Once
“I am doing the best that I can” gives you permission to stop punishing yourself for the imperfect moments… “I can do better” keeps you honest. It doesn't let you settle. It reminds you that growth is always available, that wanting to do better isn't a judgment, it's an invitation.
-Haley Alexander, Owner, LMHC, LPC, C-DBT
In my blog, I talk more about dialectics as major component of DBT therapy and how simple thought shifts can improve mental health.
What People Say About Anxiety Therapy in McKinney, TX
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Renda Flowers, LMHC
“Haley is an exceptional counselor. Her ability to connect feels natural and genuine, creating a safe space where you feel heard and valued. As a veteran, she brings a deep level of understanding, empathy, and respect to those she serves. She is compassionate and insightful, making her an incredible asset to anyone seeking guidance and growth!”
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Kaela Ason, LMHC
“I highly recommend Haley Alexander for burnout, overwhelm, and anxiety. She offers grounded, compassionate support with practical tools to help clients feel more balanced, set boundaries without guilt, and better manage stress.“
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Melissa Tully, MEd, LPC
“Haley is a compassionate and intelligent clinician that always makes her clients feel heard, understood and valued. Most importantly, she will challenge your perceived assumptions of how things have to be. I highly recommend her services.“
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Quynh Nguyen, LAPC
“She is an exceptionally warm and compassionate therapist with strong clinical skills. Clients feel genuinely supported and understood in her care, especially during periods of stress and overwhelm. I trust her deeply and highly recommend her.“
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Elaine Luna, MA, LMFT
“Haley offers such a warm, positive, healing environment for her clients. I highly recommend working with her if you're ready to receive the support that you've been needing.“
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Angie Lawhenore LPC, EMDR-T
“Haley is such an easy person to connect with, she’s insightful, warm, genuine, and able to create a safe space where her clients feel understood. She applies evidence based practices effectively and is always looking to expand her knowledge and learn more to be an even better therapist than she already is. She’s practical, realistic and supportive. If you are looking to truly make progress on your mental health journey, I highly recommend reaching out to her!”