Raphi Reed M.S., LPC-Associate

Supervised By: Marcy Conner M.Ed., LPC-S
Email: raphi@compassioncentered.com

About Me

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Texas with a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University. My clinical training includes working with children, teens, and adults navigating challenges such as ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, behavioral issues, intellectual disability, stress, and sleep concerns. Before entering the counseling field, I spent several years as a special education teacher, which deepened my respect for individual differences and sparked my passion for emotional and relational support. I also support individuals and families facing issues related to adoption, child abuse or neglect, parenting, divorce, domestic violence, school difficulties, and relationship concerns.

Working with Children, Teens, and Adults

I provide a warm, supportive environment where clients of all ages feel seen and valued. With children, I use Child-Centered Play Therapy and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy to foster emotional expression and strengthen caregiver connections. I support teens as they navigate identity development, emotional regulation, and social pressures. With adults, my approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on healing trauma, managing life transitions, and building self-awareness. I also work with older adults, first responders, and individuals experiencing chronic pain, postpartum concerns, or spiritual exploration.

Professional Development

My path to counseling began with my own experience in therapy, which sparked a deep interest in how trauma, shame, and attachment impact our emotional lives-and how meaningful healing happens through connection. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT). I continue to expand my knowledge through ongoing study in trauma-informed, attachment-based, and neuroscience-integrated approaches.

Personal Background

I'm a Texas native from a large, blended family. I am now a parent myself, which continues to shape my perspective on growth, resilience, and relationships. My life experience has strengthened my empathy and deepened my commitment to creating an inclusive, compassionate space for others. I value authenticity, curiosity, and connection, and bring these values into both my personal life and counseling work. Grounded in my own faith and spirituality, I welcome clients from all backgrounds-whether they are exploring belief systems or simply seeking meaning and purpose.

What I Love About This Work

It's an honor to walk alongside clients as they do the brave work of healing and growth. I'm continually inspired by the strength, insight, and vulnerability I witness in the therapy room. I believe every person holds the capacity for change, and that healing begins when we are fully seen-with compassion, respect, and care.

Services Offered:

• Individual Adult Therapy
• Therapy for Children Ages 3 - 12
• Therapy for Adolescents Ages 12 – 18
• Trauma Informed Therapy

Insurance Accepted:

• Aetna
• Cigna

Direct Rates

• Individual Therapy: $85.00 - $100.00 per session