Lasting Connections Counseling

Personalized therapy for complex trauma, anxiety, OCD, and stress to bring back your power

Compassionate Care for Recovery – About Me

Start Walking Before the Path Appears

Growing up as the perfectionistic preacher’s kid I was no stranger to high expectations self imposed or not. As an emotionally sensitive child who moved around a lot for my dad’s job I had to learn different ways of figuring out what success is and adjusting to change. The best place I found healing was in horseback riding and working at the barn to pay for it, being an equine therapy assistant, and eventually in supporting families who had children with challenging behavior.

Now

I found my best self when I was helping others and I live by the credo “why not me?” Because of this I have worked as an anxiety and trauma therapist and advocate for adults, children, and families. Along the way I learned so much about less common disorders like OCD and found a calling in helping people who needed specialized care. I am a mom of four, dog lover, sci fi nerd, baker, artist and a constant chaos coordinator.

Jessie Tirrell LCSW-S, Attachment Based Trauma Therapist

Connecting through nature

I am a mother of four, an avid outdoor lover, and a therapist for 20 years. Working with animals in wellness has been an interest of mine since I was a teenager and was a volunteer assisting with equine therapy. When I am outside I love to climb mountains, kayak, garden, bike, do yoga, and in Texas explore the many hiking trails our parks system have to offer. I offer walk and talk therapy sessions if the outdoors calls your name. Holistic treatment is an important part of many of my client’s lives and and I am supportive of you finding healing through natural methods that are important to you or your culture.

Connecting to YOU

I’m passionate about helping people connect with their true selves and understand how their life experiences shape their journey. I’m here to support your goals and guide you towards personal happiness in your life and relationships. As a trauma therapist specializing in trauma, attachment, and anxiety across all age groups (childhood, adolescence, and adulthood), I’m committed to helping you and your family find the peace you’ve been seeking. I offer creative therapeutic approaches, including play-based therapy, art-assisted therapy, and sand tray techniques, to make your journey towards healing and self-discovery a unique and effective experience. Find joy again.

How I make therapy work for you

We will stick together

I’ve seen it all and work hard to make you feel like you can share anything even THOSE thoughts judgment free.

Helping you feel safer

Providing a safe space to explore your fears and worries and learn new coping strategies

Therapy can feel good

You can enjoy a supportive relationship where we can try creative ways of finding your inner strength

Finding Wholeness

I know what it’s like to feel alone in a crowd. I don’t want anyone to feel like they they are not worthy. Let me walk with you to find your inner peace. Trauma therapists don’t fix you, they help you find your wholeness.

“This thing we call failure is not the falling down, it’s the staying down.”

“Our anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its’ sorrows but only empties today of it’s strengths.“ – C.H. Spurgeon

“If you want something different you are going to have to do something different,“ – Jack Canfield

Experienced and taking insurance

Many quality therapists do not take insurance. Most major insurances are contracted with me. I also partner with Thrizer for out of network clients to make care more affordable. I have a dedicated billing partner that will help you understand your benefits and pay securely.

Partners in Care

As a parent you will be involved in your child’s treatment. I will give you recommendations and help your child communicate better with you as part of their therapy. In setting goals as an adult client I will always work with you for what works best for your life and your beliefs.

Therapies that Work

I have training in many different ways of completing therapy using evidence based practices. I can offer short term coping skills, brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, as well as longer term trauma recovery and stress management depending on what is best for you or your child.