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Chief Clinical Officer
Tiffany brings clinical expertise and a passion for innovative, whole-person care. She earned her PhD from the University of North Texas with a focus on animal-assisted therapy and is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor who specializes in experiential, nature-based, and animal-assisted approaches. Tiffany empowers clients of all ages to reclaim their stories, strengthen connection, and create meaningful, sustainable change—often through creative, embodied work that meets people where they are. She leads with clarity and imagination, cultivating spaces where healing, growth, and belonging are not just possible, but expected. Tiffany also co-authored Animal-Assisted Interventions for Emotional and Mental Health: Conversations with Pioneers of the Field.
Chief Operating Officer
Lisa brings over 20 years of expertise as a former clinical director in psychiatric settings, she specializes in life transitions, grief, loss, and the aging journey. She primarily works with adults, offering in-person and virtual counseling to make support accessible and convenient. With rich experience in residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings, Lisa's trauma-informed approach is grounded in family systems, DBT, and CBT interventions. Her warm, collaborative style fosters a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and find meaningful growth.
As Co-Owner and Director of our CORE: Intensive Outpatient Program, Lisa is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s most pivotal moments with compassion and skill.
Caitlyn holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and specializes in improving emotional regulation and parent-child communication with young children and their parents. Caitlyn utilizes play therapy, ACT, nature therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. For older teens and adults, she incorporates mindfulness-based practices and behavioral theory.
Caitlyn believes that while each person has the innate ability to achieve their most essential goals, sometimes we need an outside perspective or additional insight to fully realize this ability and transform our lives. Caitlyn is particularly passionate about working with those who may find therapy intimidating. If you struggle to feel understood or previously had a negative therapy experience, Caitlyn is eager to help.
When she’s not seeing clients, Caitlyn can be found hanging out with her partner and their rescue dogs.
SeraGwen graduated from the counseling program at Texas State University. During her internship she offered counseling services to students and alumni working with a diverse population of different ages and backgrounds. She addressed a wide range of issues such as career guidance, academic challenges, anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and social/relationship problems.
SeraGwen is inclusive and supportive of individuals of all genders and an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. She has experience working with children, teenagers, and adults, and she is particularly passionate about animal-assisted counseling, play therapy, and group work.
Fernando Aguilar, LPC
Fernando Aguilar, LPC
Fernando Aguilar, LPC, brings a calm, steady presence to the therapy room—grounded, relatable, and quietly confident in his clients’ ability to grow. His style is strengths-based and practical, with a laid-back nature that helps people feel at ease, while still offering clear structure, skill-building, and meaningful accountability. Clients often experience Fernando as someone who can hold both: a safe, unpressured space to be real, and a steady guide who helps them move forward.
Fernando works with adults, teens, and children, building connection through genuine curiosity, humor when appropriate, and an emotionally attuned approach that meets clients where they are. He prioritizes trust, collaboration, and client autonomy—helping individuals name what matters to them, identify patterns that keep them stuck, and practice new ways of coping that fit their personality and life. His approach supports both emotional insight and real-world change, especially for clients who want therapy to feel natural, not clinical.
Fernando is fluent in Spanish and is committed to culturally responsive care. He creates a space where clients feel respected and understood—where strengths are named out loud, progress is recognized, and growth is approached with steadiness, compassion, and a down-to-earth style.
Under the supervision of
Tiffany Otting, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Under the supervision of
Tiffany Otting, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Chris earned a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Texas State University, works from a cultural relational therapy framework. This approach focuses on creating safe and empowering relationships to explore past and current relationships, ultimately helping clients improve self-awareness, manage emotions, and mend relational trauma.
Chris is trained in individual, group, play, and filial therapy, allowing work with clients of all ages. They have experience with a diverse population, including parents, Black and POC individuals, LGBTQIA+ community members, neurodivergent children and adults, and survivors of intimate partner violence. Chris looks forward to collaborating with clients on their journeys.
Under the supervision of Tiffany Otting, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Under the supervision of Tiffany Otting, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Shauna is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) with a master's degree in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. She specializes in individual counseling for adults and teenagers, focusing on grief and life transitions. Shauna uses a compassionate and client-centered approach, tailoring various therapeutic techniques to meet her clients' unique needs. She believes in building strong rapport and trust, providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their feelings and work towards healing and personal growth.
Shauna partners with Puck, her animal-assisted therapy partner. Together, they trained at the Animal Assisted Counseling Academy at Texas State University and are certified to practice under supervision. Puck and Shauna offer a comforting and therapeutic presence, enhancing the counseling experience with additional emotional support and facilitating the healing process.
Shayla Mays
Masters Candidate
Clinical Intern - Seminary of the Southwest
Shayla Mays
Masters Candidate
Clinical Intern - Seminary of the Southwest
Cara Wakefield
Masters Candidate
Clinical Intern - St. Edwards University
Cara Wakefield
Masters Candidate
Clinical Intern - St. Edwards University
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