Mashonda Way, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Mashonda Way

Focus areas

Anger Management

Life Transition

Parenting Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Coping Mechanism Development

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mashonda Way

Hi there, I'm Mashonda! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience supporting adolescents and adults through life's challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries, and achieve personal growth. Together, we will create a safe space for healing and lasting change. My approach My approach to therapy is supportive, down-to-earth, and focused on meeting you where you are. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can share openly while also learning practical tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and strengthen your sense of self. Together, we’ll explore the patterns shaping your life, build healthier ways of coping, and set clear, realistic steps toward the life you want to create. My focus My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in patterns that no longer serve them—whether that’s struggling with boundaries, navigating difficult relationships, or managing the weight of stress, anxiety, or past trauma. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults who want to break free from cycles of pain and step into healthier, more empowered versions of themselves. Through a compassionate and practical approach, I support clients in understanding the roots of their struggles, building emotional resilience, and creating lasting change that aligns with their values and goals. My communication style My communication style is warm and conversational. I want you to feel comfortable, heard, and never judged when you share your story. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, listen closely, and give honest feedback in a caring way so you leave sessions with clarity and practical steps forward. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a therapist began with my work as a school counselor, where I spent over seven years supporting students and families through academic, emotional, and personal challenges.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Hoarding Disorder

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Hoarding Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Dallas

Education and training

University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Master's in Professional and School Counseling

NPI number

1801483102

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What practice does Mashonda Way work with?

Mashonda Way works with Rula Health - Dallas.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mashonda Way?

Mashonda Way frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Mashonda Way on their profile.