Alexis Harbin MA, LPC Associate
Navigating Life’s Challenges with Strength and Clarity
Hi, I’m Alexis! I believe therapy should feel genuine, comfortable, and human. My style is down to earth, intentional, and collaborative. I’ll meet you where you are, challenge you when it’s helpful, and use humor when appropriate. Sometimes meaningful work is serious, and sometimes being able to laugh while working through it is part of the process.
I believe that true growth happens when you feel seen, heard, and deeply understood. As a person-centered counselor with a diverse background as both a local business owner (with my husband) and former high school teacher, I offer more than just clinical support—I offer a real-world perspective on the pressures of modern life. Whether you are a student navigating the social complexities of high school or a high-achieving professional battling "imposter syndrome," I understand the weight of the expectations placed upon you.
Real Support for Life’s Toughest Chapters
My practice is a safe, supportive harbor designed for teens (15 & up), adults, and couples navigating struggles that make facing forward feel difficult. Utilizing a trauma-informed approach, I provide an empowering space where clients feel truly heard and equipped to grow.
For my individual clients, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, burnout, and ADHD (with or without medication). Whether you are a teen navigating peer relationships, an adult working through trauma, crisis, or anger management, or someone trying to rebuild self-esteem and emotional regulation skills, I am here to help you develop healthy coping mechanisms and assertive communication.
I also bring dedicated expertise to specialized areas of healing. I support high-achieving adults and professionals facing workplace bullying and chronic self-doubt, helping them set boundaries and strengthen their confidence. Additionally, I work closely with couples looking to repair their connection, and offer a safe haven for adult survivors of domestic violence (both women and men) as they reclaim their lives and rebuild their security.
My Approach
Person centered and individualized to you
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Practical skills you can actually use outside of therapy
Virtual Sessions
Flexible, Secure & Personalized Care
Convenient & Private: Access therapy safely from your own space without travel, scheduling stress, or privacy concerns.
Tailored Communication: Choose the medium where you feel most comfortable sharing—face-to-face via Video, voice-only via Phone, or real-time text via Secure Chat.
Compassionate Approach: Experience a non-judgmental, supportive environment built entirely around your individual goals and pace.
Sessions are offered via:
Video
Phone
Chat
(Secure chat through platform messenger)
Core Areas of Focus
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Distressing intrusive thoughts and compulsory routines can make life feel overwhelming. Alexis helps clients break free from these distressing cycles using structured, evidence-based approaches—like ERP and CBT concepts—so they can regain control, reduce anxiety, and navigate daily life with peace of mind.
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Whether it’s the pressure to perform or a heavy cloud that won’t lift, I help clients identify the root of their exhaustion. For ADHD clients, we specifically address "ADHD Burnout"—the unique fatigue that comes from constantly overcompensating for executive functioning challenges.
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Driven, high-achieving individuals often face intense pressure, perfectionism, and persistent "Imposter Syndrome." Alexis provides a structured space to help professionals and ambitious students set healthy boundaries, manage chronic stress, and navigate high-stakes environments without sacrificing their well-being or self-worth.
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I provide a stabilized, trauma-informed space for those in the midst of a crisis. We work on immediate safety while slowly unpacking the underlying trauma, helping clients move from a state of "surviving" to a state of "processing" and eventually, thriving.
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Living with ADHD often feels like having a Ferrari engine for a brain but with bicycle brakes. I help adolescents and adults navigate the complexities of neurodivergence, whether they choose a pharmacological path or a strictly behavioral one. My approach focuses on moving away from "trying harder" and toward "functioning differently."
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I teach practical tools to manage "big emotions." For those with ADHD, this includes managing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and emotional impulsivity, providing you with a toolkit to stay grounded when life feels overwhelming.
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Many clients carry a "shame narrative" from years of feeling "not enough." I help you challenge these core beliefs, reconnect with your inherent strengths, and build a self-image that is defined by your resilience rather than your perceived failures.
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Building and maintaining friendships requires a complex set of social cues. I work with adolescents and adults to navigate these dynamics, focusing on authenticity, reading social nuances, and finding "your people" in a digital-heavy world.
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Effective communication is the foundation of healthy living. I help clients develop assertive communication—the ability to speak your truth and advocate for your needs without aggression or passivity, whether in the classroom or the boardroom.
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Relationships thrive when both partners feel seen, heard, and valued. I provide a collaborative, nonjudgmental space for couples to break through gridlocked communication, navigate conflict, and rebuild emotional intimacy. Whether you are working through chronic stress, life transitions, or looking to heal and repair your connection, we will work together to build practical tools for a more secure and resilient relationship.
A little about me…..
My journey to becoming a therapist was shaped by years of connecting with people across all walks of life, discovering early on that my true calling lay in sitting with others through life’s most pivotal moments.
For over 20 years, I worked as a hairstylist—a role that went far beyond technique and taught me how to deeply listen, build rapport, and hold space for people sharing their everyday stories and struggles. Wanting to make a broader impact, I transitioned into education as a high school teacher and later became a business owner. Each of these chapters reinforced the importance of human connection, but my passion for supporting others through deeper mental health challenges eventually guided me into professional counseling.
Throughout my clinical training and practice, I have supported individuals and families in private practice, walked alongside survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse, and currently serve as an inpatient therapist at a psychiatric hospital guiding clients through acute mental health needs.
Beyond my professional background, my life is grounded in personal experience and family ties. As both the daughter and wife of a firefighter, the first responder community is exceptionally close to my heart. I understand firsthand the unique lifestyle, systemic stressors, relationship dynamics, and family pressures that come with this vital work, and I am deeply dedicated to welcoming first responders and their loved ones into my practice.
At home, I’ve been happily married to my husband for 14 years, and we share our lives with two wonderful dogs. Outside of sessions, you’ll usually find me spending quality time with family, boating, traveling, going to car shows, or finding something to laugh about in everyday life.
I bring that same warmth, authenticity, and lightheartedness into my therapeutic work. You don’t have to be polished or have the perfect words when you walk into a session. Just come as you are—I’m here to walk alongside you.
Education and Experience
Educational Background
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Walden University (2025)
B.S. in Psychology, Minor in Human Services | Sam Houston State University (2019)
Clinical Experience & Affiliations
Clinical Intern | Montgomery County Women’s Center & Private Practice
Clinical Internship | Private Practice
Member | Texas Counseling Association
Clinical Background
Inpatient Hospital Therapist: Delivers individual and group therapy for complex mental health needs.
Specialized Care: Experienced in private practice settings and trauma-informed support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
Diverse Professional Path: Former high school educator, business owner, and 20-year veteran hairstylist with a natural ability to connect across all walks of life.
First Responder Support
Firsthand Perspective: As both the daughter and wife of a firefighter, deeply understands the unique dynamics, shifts, and stressors placed on first responders and their families.
Dedicated Practice: Offers a safe, relatable environment tailored specifically to first responders and their loved ones.

