Elizabeth Hail,
LPC-Associate
(supervised by Edward Salazar, LPC-S)
Hello and welcome! I’m Elizabeth, a counselor who works with children, teens, and adults utilizing child-centered play therapy, video game assisted play therapy, and expressive arts techniques. I love video games and geek culture, and enjoy incorporating that love into my therapy sessions with like minded clients.
As our world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, being a person who feels comfortable in virtual spaces can be a real strength. But it can also be a challenge to strike a balance between engaging in virtual hobbies and maintaining healthy real-world social relationships. This can be especially true for children who are growing up as digital natives. This lack of balance can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation.
I am passionate about supporting my clients in their journey to gain the confidence and self-esteem needed to form lasting relationships with their peers. I enjoy helping clients who want to continue engaging in the virtual hobbies they love, while also learning to identify and set healthy limits for themselves with their own use of technology.
My Qualifications & Philosophies
I graduated with a Master’s in Counseling and Development at Texas Women’s University, and I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients of all ages, from toddlers to seniors. I feel that my experience with clients across the lifespan helps me recognize developmental challenges that may be holding clients back. My approach is trauma informed and LGBTQIA+ friendly.
I believe that natural growth and change occurs in environments where clients feel supported and understood, and I value creating a therapeutic relationship based on empathetic understanding and common interests. The therapy process can initially be intimidating, especially for children and teens, and I find that using toys or video games as a communication bridge goes a long way to increasing their comfort level and sense of engagement.
When you're ready, I encourage you to reach out and set up an appointment with me. I'd love to support you or your child in taking those crucial first steps towards better mental well-being.
Learn more about our counseling for kids & teens, and online therapy anywhere in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I’d say I’m a therapist who really loves to work collaboratively with clients and with parents, and who loves creating a safe space for clients to be themselves and explore their identity and values so they can feel safer showing up as their full selves in their every day life.
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I love watching movies and playing video games, traveling, spending time outdoors, crocheting, and spending time with my husband and our three cats.
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I am now In Network with:
Aetna
Cigna
BCBS PPO
To use your insurance benefits it is as simple as filling out some information so we can verify your benefits. Once we verify your benefits we can schedule your first session!
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If Elizabeth cannot accept your insurance she is out of network and payment is due at time of service. You may request a superbill to file for out of network reimbursement, but insurance may not reimburse for this type of service. Payment is due at time of service and cash, check, or credit/debit card is accepted. Elizabeth can either accept cash or check or we will hold a credit card on file to charge following each session. Your card will remain secured. If you wish to pay by check please make checks out to Texoma Specialty Counseling. Elizabeth will place your cash or check aside to be applied to your bill.
Session rates vary by therapist and type of service. See our Fees & Insurance page for current rates.
Elizabeth has limited sliding scale availability and we do value offering accessible services. Please speak with her to help you arrange a payment option that works for your budget.