Our Team

D’Erica Davis

Licensed Professional Counselor

I work with emerging young adults, and those processing how to actually adult with the age group 16-30. I feel that my purpose has always been to advocate for those that haven’t quite found their voice yet, as well as advocating for those that may have lost their voice somewhere down the line in their lives. I use CBT/REBT techniques to challenge my clients to dig deep into their inner thoughts, and in return this allows them to slowly begin to change those toxic thinking patterns. Continuously helping others realize that regardless of their struggles, life is still just beginning for you!

As stated above, I offer Cognitive behavior therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior therapy, as well as Play therapy. Emerging Adults and those learning how to process their adult decisions. Ages 16-30

Realizing you need that extra push to begin your mental health journey is the first strong step you can take. Reaching out is the next.

Amy Nickerson

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Amy Nickerson, LCSW is a psychotherapist specializing in children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. She holds a graduate degree from Our Lady of the Lake University with specialization in Hispanic/Latinx children and families. Amy Nickerson has served in various roles serving the community including community mental health first response, psychiatric facility therapist, community outpatient therapy, as well as medical social work.

Megan Boyd

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

LPC ASSOCIATE SUPERVISED BY ERIN JAMES, LPC-S

Megan has 14 years of experience working with children and adolescents as a school counselor. She earned her Bachelors of Education from Texas A&M in 2005 and her Masters of Counseling in 2009 and is currently on the journey of obtaining her full LPC license. She has a true passion for helping others feel comfortable in their own skin and creating a safe space in which they are able to truly dive in and explore areas that are causing stress or difficulty. She is ready to meet all clients where they are at to walk beside them every step of the way to help develop goals, coping strategies and ability to achieve happier, more fulfilling lives. Operating from a combination of person centered and CBT therapy, she is eager to work with youth, adolescents, adults and couples. In her free time she can be found attending one of her daughter’s many sporting events or reading a good book!

Qiana Donaldson

Licensed Professional Counselor

Sometimes, the turbulence of life is unavoidable, and we find ourselves in a holding pattern. What does your turbulence consist of? What keeps you strapped in your seat? Maybe, it’s a broken marriage or dysfunctional relationship? Maybe, it’s the loss of a loved one, depression, fear, or anxiety. Whatever the turbulence is, I want to help you set a path that leads to healing and restoration.

As your therapist, I will use various modalities to provide you with the support you need.

I am a compassionate, empathetic, and committed therapist who wants to see the wall of dysfunctional thinking and behaviors come down, as you find release from the turbulence that hinders you.

Traci Young-Brown

Licensed Master Social Worker, Individual and Family Therapist

Traci Brown is a behavioral health therapist contracting with Positive Changes Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. With the increasing need for mental health support services, she was moved to seek an opportunity that would allow her to offer therapeutic support to youth and families in need. She provides individual, family, and group counseling services to address a myriad of issues that adversely affect those experiencing them. Traci brings to the practice her vast experience in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and her ability to build on existing family strengths to affect change.

Traci is also a current case manager for Dallas ISD’s Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Program. She has a passion for working with this special population and has dedicated 27 years of her professional career to serving students through this program. Traci is highly skilled in providing support and motivation to students, serving as a catalyst to developing feelings of empowerment, self-worth, and emotional stability. She maintains professional relationships with students, families, and service providers, and acts as an advocate, counselor, and mentor to those in need. She has extensive experience working with youth and families within the primary and secondary school settings. In her role at Dallas ISD, Traci is charged with providing support services to address the academic and psychosocial needs of pregnant and/or parenting teens enrolled in the program. She works tirelessly to assist them with navigating their new responsibilities as parents and removing barriers to their success.

Alongside her work as a Dallas ISD school social worker, Traci served as the executive board president for the Texas Association Concerned with School-age At-risk and Parenting (TACSAP) for many years. TACSAP is a nonprofit organization that hosts an annual conference for individuals who provide support services to pregnant and parenting students and other at-risk adolescents across the state of Texas. As president, she also organized virtual monthly forums to provide a platform to discuss concerns associated with policies, programming, and auditing of parenting programs in school districts across Texas. Traci also recruited presenters to provide current information on critical issues pertaining to this special population.

Traci earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Texas A&M, College Station, and a master’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in Social Work. She is currently receiving social work supervision hours with a clinical supervisor as she aspires to obtain additional licensing credentials. When she is not working, or volunteering, Traci enjoys spending time with her husband, her three children and all the other special people in her life.

Tammi Abney

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate