Hi, I’m Karla—a therapist who truly understands OCD and anxiety from the inside out.
If you’re exhausted by intrusive thoughts, rituals that feel impossible to stop, or anxiety that hijacks your daily life, I want you to know: what you’re feeling is valid, and recovery is possible.
Like many of my clients, I’ve walked this path myself. After years of struggling with OCD and social anxiety—and finally finding freedom through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)—I dedicated my career to helping adults in Plano break the same cycle.
I don’t just treat OCD and anxiety—I specialize in it because:
I work with adults (18+) who:
✓ Feel stuck in endless "what if" thoughts and compulsions
✓ Are tired of avoiding life due to anxiety
✓ Are ready to face fears—but need a guide who won’t push too fast
$225.00
I use evidence-based therapies like ERP (the gold-standard for OCD), ACT, and DBT—tailored to your unique needs. With specialized training in rumination-focused ERP and Metacognitive Therapy, I go beyond basic CBT to treat even complex cases. For trauma-related anxiety, I incorporate Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for faster relief. What makes our work different? You’ll get a clear roadmap: first, we’ll demystify your symptoms; then, you’ll learn actionable tools to face fears at your pace; finally, we’ll focus on lasting change so you can thrive long after therapy ends.
What to Expect: Collaborative & Empowering Sessions
Therapy with me is structured yet flexible—we’ll move as quickly as you’re ready, but never faster than you can handle. You’ll leave each session with practical strategies (not just insights), whether it’s ERP exercises for OCD or mindfulness techniques for anxiety. Many clients say they feel understood for the first time, especially after trying generic talk therapy elsewhere. My goal? To equip you with skills that work in the real world, all while fostering a supportive space where you can be authentically yourself.
Licensure & Education
• Licensed Professional Counselor
• Master of Science in Counseling – University of North Texas (CACREP-Accredited Program)
Advanced Certifications
• ERP Certified – International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
• Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Trained – ART International
• Rumination-Focused ERP Training – Leading OCD Research Clinic
Professional Leadership
• Member, International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
• Consultant for local Plano therapists seeking OCD/anxiety expertise
Commitment to Excellence
I complete 100+ hours/year in specialized trainings to stay at the forefront of:
✓ OCD treatments (e.g., Metacognitive Therapy)
✓ Anxiety interventions (DBT, ACT)
✓ Trauma therapies (ART, trauma-informed CBT)
When I'm not guiding clients through OCD and anxiety recovery, you'll find me training my dogs (yes, even they get exposure therapy for their quirks!), hunting for DFW's best coffee (ask about my current Plano favorite), or playing pickleball - which reminds me daily how therapy works: through practice, patience, and celebrating small wins.
Clients tell me they choose my approach because 'Karla gets it - she's been there but doesn't let you stay stuck.' My lived experience with OCD means you'll never have to explain why your thoughts feel 'weird,' and my warm-yet-direct style balances gentle support with just the right amount of challenge. Most importantly, you'll get real talk - no clinical jargon - just evidence-based strategies from someone who truly understands the journey.
