MEET DR. STOKS

Approach

Having been in practice for over 20 years, I've synthesized what I learned in my formal education with what I've learned from experience and from many areas of continuing education I have pursued. I believe this has led to a holistic view of mental and emotional health and well-being. I know you're here because you want to feel better, and there are many tools and approaches we can use to bring you some relief. I also believe it's important to look deeper at what's underlying your current distress to really produce lasting change. In my practice, I take a humanistic view and tend to integrate depth-oriented approaches with mindfulness, attention to the body and brain, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

Background

I have enjoyed a variety of experiences thus far in my career as a psychologist. After completing my formal training, I began my career as a faculty member in academia, overseeing the psychotherapy component of clinical research trials. As much as I enjoyed the intellectual stimulation of a research setting, I discovered that my true passion lies in the clinical work of helping people in a therapeutic setting. I began my own practice in 2003, and have also been involved in other professional projects of interest. It seems that my professional path is ever-changing and evolving as opportunities arise and circumstances in my life change. One of the things I love about my work is the flexibility to shape my practice so that I am continuously challenged and always doing work that I love.

Geography

I am a licensed psychologist in Texas and Colorado, and as a member of PSYPACT, I can provide telehealth services to clients in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Colorado, Connecticut, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. New states are frequently joining the pact as well. Click here to find out more about PSYPACT.