Therapist Entrepreneurs

  • April Haley: MMFT, LMFT, Owner of Winds & Waves Counseling, PLLC

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  • Lexi Maher: LPC Associate, under the supervision of Jeremy Pierce (MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S), Owner of Sixteen 7 Counseling, PLLC

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  • Rachel Hardy: MMFT-Association, under the supervision of Jeremy Pierce (MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S)

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April Haley:

MMMFT, LMFT, Owner of

Winds and Waves Counseling, PLLC

Contact: April@avantidfw.com

My name is April Haley and I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Harding University in Psychology in 1996. I completed my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Abilene Christian University in June of 2020. I have experience working with pre-teens, adolescents, couples, individuals, and families, as they struggle to manage relationships and life stressors. I specialize in self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, work stress, family conflict, and strengthening couple relationships.

I believe in building a trusting relationship with my clients and providing a safe space with no judgment, so individuals feel open in sharing their emotions and experiences. I strive to empower clients and give them the tools and resources they need to make positive changes in their lives. Since all individuals and families are unique, I use various therapeutic modalities and a holistic approach to support them throughout their journey of growth and healing.

Research:

  • Adolescent anxiety: Effects of social media on adolescent self-harm

  • Emotionally focused couples therapy

Education:

  • Abilene Christian University, Dallas, TX

    • MMFT, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, August 2020

  • Harding University, Searcy, AR

    • B.A. in Psychology, (Minor in English), December 1996

Focus:

  • Adolescents and young adults

  • Couples

  • Blended families

  • Self-esteem issues

  • Trauma

  • Mindfulness-based techniques

Personal:

I love being a mom and part of an amazing blended family of five children– two young adults and three teenagers! I enjoy working out and hiking with my husband, having coffee or grabbing a bite with friends, spending time with my family, and organizing service projects. My relationship with God and his never-ending grace is the foundation for my love for others and my desire to help them navigate through difficulties or find meaning and purpose in their lives. Schedule and Rates

Schedule and Rates

General Availability (Telehealth):

  • Tuesday: 11am-7pm

  • Wednesday: 12pm-7pm

  • Thursday: 12pm-7pm

  • Friday: 10am-3pm

  • Saturday: 9am-2pm

In-Person Availability:

  • Tuesday: 11am-7pm

  • Saturday: 9am-2pm

Rates:

  • $100 for an individual 50-minute session.

  • $125 for a couples’ 50-minute session.

  • $150 for a couples’ 75-minute session.

Lexi Maher:

LPC Associate - Under the supervision of Jeremy Pierce (MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S), Owner of Sixteen 7 Counseling, PLLC.

Contact: Lexi@avantidfw.com

My name is Lexi Maher, and I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in English from the University of Texas at Arlington. I completed my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University in December of 2023. I have experience working with children and individuals as they struggle with anxiety, depression, adjusting to life’s circumstances, and other emotional and stressful life difficulties.

I am passionate about creating a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship so individuals can openly share and work towards making positive changes. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to support each unique individual. I strive to create a safe environment where individuals can grow, build upon their strengths, and accomplish goals to improve their lifestyles.

  • Liberty University

    o Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, December 2023

    o Certified SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) Facilitator, May 2023

  • University of Texas at Arlington

    o B.A. in Psychology, (Minor in English), May 2021

Focus:

  • Children’s Therapy

  • Young Adults

  • Anxiety

  • Life Adjustments

Personal:

I am not working, I spend my free time with my family. I enjoy traveling, reading a good book, and being outdoors. I value my personal relationship with God and the passion he has given me to love others and help them find joy and freedom from life’s struggles.

Schedule and Rates

In-Person Availability:

  • Monday: 2pm-7pm

  • Thursday: 11am-7pm

Online Availability:

  • Monday: 2pm-7pm

  • Tuesday: 12pm-7pm

  • Wednesday: 3pm-7pm

  • Thursday: 11am-7pm

  • Friday: 10am-5pm

Rates:

$75 a session. Sliding scale is available. Email for details.

Rachel Hardy:

MMFT - Associate, under the Supervision of Jeremy Pierce (MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S).

Contact: Rachel@avantidfw.com

My name is Rachel Hardy and my passion is helping couples, families, and individuals experience healing and growth is rooted in my relationship with God and His unfailing love. 

Focus:

  • Families

  • Couples

  • Teens

  • Individuals

Personal:

I am a married mom of three children. 

Schedule and Rates

Online and in-person (day depending): 

  • Tuesday 8am-5pm 

  • Thursday and Friday 1pm-8pm

  • Sunday 1pm-4pm

Rates:

  • $100 a session.