North Richland Hills Counselors and Therapists
Jeff King, MA, LPC
Owner and Therapist
EMDR Trained
DBT Trained
Even before my introductory course in psychology, I had been fascinated by the idea of helping others work through their issues in this life. As an undergraduate at the University of North Texas, I took course after course in psychology working toward my degree. I was accepted into a graduate studies lab as an assistant in which we conducted research, but I always felt there was something missing. I have watched friends struggle with addiction, depression, and disorder in their lives to no avail as they relied solely on the “wisdom” of this world to guide them through their challenges. I decided to further my education and attended and graduated with my Master's Degree in counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary.
Since then I have had the privilege of counseling teens, adults, families, and couples in residential treatment, private practice, and acute care settings in Fort Worth and North Richland Hills. It has been an honor to walk through life with people and help them remember or create their goals, transform their current situation, and walk through life's fires together to find purpose. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure, or unfulfilled. Let us help you find the purpose in the fire. Outside of counseling I enjoy writing our blog.
Amberlin Salas, MA, LPC
Therapist
SYMBIS and DBT Trained
Amberlin has been passionate about helping people by working in church ministry in various forms for over 10 years as pastoral staff and support staff. She holds a B.A. in English, is a published author and writes for various religious publications.
Over time, wanting to walk alongside individuals in new ways, she obtained her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is licensed in the state of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is currently continuing her education by acquiring a Ph.D. in Psychology from Liberty University.
She has experience working with families, couples and individuals in private practice in addition to having experience in residential treatment for adolescents with substance abuse and mental health diagnoses.
She believes that there is immense healing found in counseling as it provides a safe place for individuals to explore their unique journeys and reach their full potential.
Alex Guevara III
Therapist
BSN, MA, LPC
Alex holds a master’s degree in psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. Alex has attained the Gottman Method training levels I & II and has been trained in the CALM Anger Management course. His personal therapeutic growth, education, training, and the time working in various mental health settings (inpatient, outpatient, schools, private practice, and crisis situations) for the last 9 years have given him the experiences that make him a well-rounded and compassionate counselor. After walking alongside his wife through infertility and working through their own child loss and grief, he has the experience and empathy to encourage you in your journey toward healing.
Alex believes that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy we can discover a new way to approach anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, life transitions, and situations that trigger our emotions. He enjoys teaching clients specific communication skills, ensuring that all clients are validated in their thoughts & feelings, & co-creating a map of specific issues to help guide sessions into areas that need to be addressed. In working with Alex, clients experience first-hand that he truly cares and that he will walk alongside them while sharing in their struggles and successes.
Daneshia Moten, MA, LMFT-A
Under the supervision of Rachel Pendergraft, LMFT-S
Therapist
Daneshia has committed the last nine years to the mental health field. She holds B.A. degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. The sudden, unexpected passing of her husband set her on a personal healing journey through counseling. After five challenging years as a social worker with DFPS, she recognized the strong urge to help others heal by addressing complex trauma experienced by children, adolescents, and adults, and to disrupt dysfunctional family cycles. This insight prompted her to pursue an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Amberton University.
In addition to her social service experience helping children and families navigate crises and trauma, she also has a background in residential treatment for adolescents dealing with substance abuse and mental health challenges, along with experience in Christian counseling. Daneshia appreciates getting to know her clients' narratives and what they aspire to achieve. She is committed to helping clients—whether individuals, couples, or families in their pursuit of positive change, personal growth, emotional wellness, and the development of healthier relationships through fulfilling connections.
North Richland Hills
Life Coaches
Kirsten King, MA, CLC
Certified Life Coach
As a life coach, Kirsten will listen with intentionality to your goals and desires with the express purpose of helping you thrive on your own path. She is a Certified Life Coach, has received her B.A. in music education and her M.A. in Music Education. She is an educator, an Assistant Principal, a wife, a mother, and a leader in the community. Kirsten’s desire is to work alongside you to unlock and build your own inner strengths so you can live your own fulfilling life every day.
Kirsten will use her life and work experience as a classically trained musician, professional educator, educational leader, working mom, connected wife, and spiritually minded Christian to help you find resources, discern growth opportunities, cheer you on as you work and grow, and celebrate your personal victories with you. We all struggle at times and need help to clarify the way forward as we grow through our challenges. Your priorities will be her priorities as you work together. Kirsten's passion is reflected in The King’s Forge mission of “walking through life’s fires together to find purpose.”