Elizabeth Awad, LMSW

Bilingual Spanish and EnglishEMDR Trained Therapist

Jul 8

Written By Roxy Hutton

Elizabeth Awad, LMSW

Bilingual Spanish and English, EMDR Trained Therapist

Supervised by Kasey Shaw Salyer, LCSW

Not accepting new clients at this time.

Offering Services in Spanish and English

My background

After graduating from the University of Texas at Arlington with my bachelor's degree in Psychology, I worked in the field 3yrs in a private practice setting as a bilingual (Spanish) clinician while working on my master’s degree in Social Work at UTA.

I have spent most of my life living in Texas; however, I had the opportunity as a United States Marine to live in California, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia as well as Texas, throughout 8yrs. This memorable experience taught me to work with a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and different genders, and sexual orientations.
I have worked with adult female offenders that committed various ranges of crimes in a mental health residential program for patients with co-occurring disorders.

I have worked with various populations in both my undergrad and graduate internships, assisting children, adolescents, and adults while providing a safe space. I can assist with anxiety, depression, difficult life challenges, and low self-esteem.

I am especially passionate about the needs of the Hispanic/Latino community in the DFW area. As a Mexican American, I understand that language can be a barrier for non-English speakers. I am fully fluent in Spanish and can provide therapy sessions in Spanish.

I have counseled individuals in a rehabilitative medical setting and pain management utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, SMART Goals, and Mindful Breathing Meditation.My view on counseling

I believe the therapeutic relationship that is built between a therapist and client is the most important aspect of therapy. Thus, I value creating a safe nonjudgmental space that will allow individuals to be their authentic selves, share their concerns, and work towards change.
My principal framework is operating from a holistic approach to understanding the development of each person within the context of their relationships and culture. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities to better support and empower individuals in tackling the everyday challenges they face.

My view on counseling

I am passionate about my gift to make a difference in someone’s life through my experiences and education. I desire that I can guide the path forward with positive choices, healing, and growth. Each client brings something special to the counseling process and I am thankful for the opportunity that I have to share in some small part of my client’s journeys.

My areas of expertise are primarily in working with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, co-occurring disorders, and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in making positive changes.

I believe the overall goal of therapy is to help clients better understand and manage how to overcome life’s challenges and obstacles, minor or significant. I can offer a helping hand while helping you learn new ways to manage and cope with life as it occurs.