Arielle Chandler Carrier or "Dr. Ari" is a doctorate level clinician with experience in the unique emotional challenges of high achievers & gifted-talented children.

Trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy/Sand Tray, and psychological assessment. EMDR trained by Dr. Robbie Adler-Tapia (an original student of founder, Dr. Francine Shapiro). CBT professional training included submitted video case demonstrations to the Beck Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Certified Wellness Counselor (CWC) specialized in supporting improvement in whole-body emotional & physical well-being through sustainable lifestyle changes & mindset practices. 

Awarded Wellness Counselor of the Year 2026

Strong science background; previously worked as a public health epidemiologist.

AREAS OF SPECIALTY

Anxiety, stress, OCD, ADHD, wellness (stress management-health-balance), perfectionism, self-confidence, changing behavior, improving ways to relax & unwind, building resiliency to negatives, emotional regulation, personal growth, increasing feelings of happiness, life changes/major career transitions, "reinventing yourself," and toxic work environments. 

Previous experience has included conducting relaxation groups through guided visual imagery & grounding, implementing behavioral management plans with strategies to reduce rumination & improve sense of relaxation, addressing women's issues in a triadic medical clinic, processing childhood trauma, and improving management of children's behavior using home-based parent management training (PMT), expressive arts & play therapy.

A FEW MORE NICHES...

College students, professionals, oil/gas, business owners/entrepreneurs, healthcare providers, government employees & contractors, teachers/academia, religious trauma/high control groups/cults, coaching, natural disasters, foster care/adoption, and veterans.

I find special fulfillment supporting individuals who are passionate about making the world a better place; whether through caring for others in some capacity, protecting & advocating for animals, stewarding the environment & resources we share, playing a part in advancing technology, or simply striving to better themselves and reach their full potential.

Thank you sincerely for your service !

EDUCATION

B.A. (psychology) - Wayne State University (Detroit)

MPH (public health/epidemiology) - American Military University

M.Ed. (counseling) - University of Houston-Victoria

PhD (counseling) - Sam Houston State University.

Licensed in Florida, Texas, Colorado, and Washington. 

Board approved counseling supervisor for the State of Texas.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Counseling Association (ACA)

International Association of Wellness Counseling (IAWC)

DISSERTATION

Carrier, A. (2020). The Coping Experiences of Police Officers Exposed to Daily Trauma as a Course of Their Employment: A Phenomenological Study.

a little about the "real" me...

I'm not a "typical" therapist! 

I'm pretty down-to-earth!

I'm married and have 2 rescue dogs. I'm an animal lover! I enjoy a sense of accomplishment with do-it-yourself home improvement or decorating projects. I love making things visually appealing & feeling like something is specially curated. I love entertaining, traveling, architecture/archaeology, art, aviation/military, culinary restaurant weeks/cooking, shopping, walks on the beach, swimming in the mornings, and spending summer time relaxing on the water. 

My favorite sports are actually from snow-capped cabins in the North (skiing, ice skating, snow shoeing, and hockey). I'm a Detroit Red Wings fan! I'm curious. I stay current with continuing education and attend conferences to learn new & interesting things. I'm an avid reader; the latest trends in psychological research, new studies, health/wellness, genetics & genealogy, finance & investment, history, culture, nearly all the sciences, and National Geographic magazine are my favorites.

I admire people who challenge status quo when needed, are self-made, for whom early adversity built character, value independent thinking, showcase persistence in the face of doubt, a willingness to take calculated risks, strong personal accountability, curiosity, and a dedication to pursue their ideas. 

MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS

The Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH)

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Galveston Historical Foundation

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