ABOUT OUR THERAPISTS

Dr. Eichler is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology.  She received her Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and has been working with children and families since 1997.  She began her career in the school setting and is experienced in assessments, including autism and bilingual evaluations.   

Dr. Eichler primarily works with children and families on parenting, step-parenting, adjustment issues, relationship issues, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and anyone trying to make a change in their lives.   She has been recognized for her work and research in parental alienation and continues to work with families struggling in this area.  Amy testifies in court as a therapist and has also served as an expert witness in the areas of child abuse (sexual, physical, and emotional), child development, and parental alienation.  Other services include forensic consultation and presentations.  Amy is also a certified New Ways for Families therapist and an assistant professor at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor.

Eva Sammarco is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Katharine Hamman, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. Eva completed her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Eva offers a grounded, integrative approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and emotion.

Drawing from Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Somatic practices, and Play Therapy, she helps clients process their emotions, increase self-awareness, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and restore the mind-body connection.

Eva works with children, adolescents, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. She guides clients to observe their internal experience with curiosity and compassion, explore the beliefs that shape behavior, and reconnect with the body for deeper healing and emotional balance.

Eva's goal is to create a safe space where your story is heard and your growth is supported with respect and intention.

Brooke Niemietz is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Ashley Buckmore, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. Brooke completed her undergraduate and master’s degree at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor with special focus in psychology, human sexuality, trauma, and lifespan studies.
Brooke has experience working with children aged 4-16 years, adolescents, and both young and older adults. During her internships at a student counseling center and community mental health clinic, she has seen people with depression, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, ADHD, substance addictions, trauma, grief, LGBTQIA+, and individuals on probation.

Brooke strives to create a safe and supportive space for clients to express themselves and believes that people of all ages are worthy of being authentically known. Her approach combines elements of play therapy, solution-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, CBT, trauma informed and attachment-based therapy, and sandtray therapy