Meet the Team
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Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC
FOUNDER & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Gabriela Treviño, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Meghan Zeien, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Tayler Duden, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Nicole Duarte, LCSW, CCTP, NATC
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
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Kori Cook, LCSW, LCDC
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
About Mary
Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC
Borderline personality disorder (BPD), substance use disorders (SUD), and complex mental health are my primary focuses. I have worked with BPD and SUD for over 10 years and consider them my specialty. I completed intensive training in BPD & SUD at The Menninger Clinic, which is nationally recognized for its work with personality disorders, and J. Flowers Health Institution, recognized for their ability to support those with complex mental health.
My style is authentic and direct. I am a therapist with tattoos. I show up as a real person in the room. I give more feedback and coaching than average. We build a relationship rather than you talking while I silently write notes.
I am especially passionate about attachment work. I believe stability is built inside a consistent, honest relationship where we can work through conflict and repair together.
Outside of therapy, I have practiced yoga for over 10 years to slow down my own fast-moving, perfectionistic brain. I love cycling and live in Houston with my spouse and our two small dogs, a dachshund and a chihuahua mix.
My Specialities
Borderline Personality Disorder
Substance Use Disorders
Men’s mental health
Anxiety
Depression
Attachment
Life transitions
Low self-esteem
Young Adults
Teens (14+)
Mood disorders
LGBTQIA+
Availability: I work with clients in-person in Houston. Telehealth sessions available across Texas, Colorado, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas (#66090), Colorado (#09928930), Maryland (#30447), Maine (#25038), Minnesota (#32457), Indiana (#34011452A), Pennsylvania (#CW026892), and Washington D.C. (#LC200004051)
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Texas (#14953)
Intensive Training In Borderline Personality Disorder & Substance Use Disorders - The Council on Recovery, The Menninger Clinic & J. Flowers Health Institute
Advanced Training In Attachment-Based Therapy
Training In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Yoga Teacher Training - 200 Hour
Specialized Experience In Trauma Treatment
About Gabriela
Gabriela Treviño, LCSW
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and trauma are central to my work as a therapist. Before joining this practice, I worked exclusively in trauma therapy. I have spent over nine years in teen mental health and trauma-focused treatment.
My style is relational and direct. We will build a real relationship. Clients value that I am honest and that I have been on my own therapy journey. I believe healing happens when you feel connected and challenged at the same time.
With teens, I position myself as an advocate and teammate, not another parent. With adults, I focus on attachment, emotional regulation, and building stability in relationships.
I am Houston born and raised, and currently live here with my partner and our three dogs. Outside of therapy, I enjoy getting lost in a good book, gardening, and spending time with family.
My Specialities
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Trauma
Teens (14+)
Young Adults
Anxiety
Depression
Attachment
Identity Challenges
Distress Tolerance
Mood Disorders
LGBTQIA+
Availability: I work with clients in-person in Houston. Telehealth sessions available across Texas.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas, #104158
Specialized Experience In Trauma Therapy, UT Health
Intensive Training In Borderline Personality Disorder - The Menninger Clinic
Advanced Training In Attachment-Based Approaches
Training In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Extensive Work In Adolescent & Young Adult Mental Health
About Meghan
Meghan Zeien, LCSW
Adolescents, young adults, and individuals navigating major life transitions and mental health are my primary focus. I gained extensive experience treating high-acuity mental health and complex presentations at The Menninger Clinic and have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years. I specialize in helping people find their footing during career shifts, parenthood, and identity evolutions, particularly when trauma, anxiety, or depression makes moving forward feel impossible.
My style is warm and compassionate, but I am also direct and intentional. I show up as a real person in the room and act as a partner in your growth. I use evidence-based tools like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help you build a practical toolkit to overcome daily obstacles.
I am especially passionate about those healing from trauma. I believe healing starts with being genuinely seen and understood, moving you from a place of survival back into a life that feels fulfilling and authentic.
Outside of the therapy room, I am a parent and an avid book lover who finds joy in nature. I am particularly fascinated by jumping spiders; their curiosity and resilience are a constant reminder of the strength we can find in small things.
My Specialities
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Attachment
Life transitions
Low self-esteem
Young Adults
Teens
Mood disorders
Personality Disorders
Parents/Families
Availability: Sessions are offered Monday-Thursday 9:00 - 5:00 PM
I work with clients in Houston, TX and virtually across Texas.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas, #63472
Master of Social Work in Advanced Practice Leadership, Texas State University
Bachelor of Social Work, Texas State University
Intensive Training in Mental Health - The Menninger Clinic
Training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Training in Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)
Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Extensive Work In Adolescent & Young Adult Mental Health
About Tayler
Tayler Duden, LCSW
Adolescents, young adults, and parents are my primary focus. I began my career at The Menninger Clinic, specializing in crisis support and helping families build innovative ways to cope. I view therapy like primary care; essential for both navigating a crisis and maintaining long-term mental wellness.
My style is relational, collaborative, and creative. I show up as a real person in the room, not a clinical observer. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address life’s challenges and Positive Psychology to help you recognize your strengths and build a life that feels meaningful.
I am passionate about using creativity and connection to spark growth. Whether we are using writing, drawing, or a great analogy, I work as your teammate to help you move from "just getting by" to truly thriving.
Outside of the office, I’m a parent and a Houston coffee shop enthusiast. I fill my own cup through cooking, time outdoors, and life with my spouse, child, and our scruffy terrier mix.
My Specialities
Anxiety
Depression
Attachment
Life transitions
Low self-esteem
Young Adults
Teens
Mood disorders
Parents/Families
Availability: Sessions are offered Monday-Thursday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
I work with clients via Telehealth across the state of Texas.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas, #104910
Master of Social Work, Clinical Concentration, University of Houston
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Intensive Training in Mental Health - The Menninger Clinic
Training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Advanced Training In Attachment-Based Approaches
Extensive Work in Adolescent & Young Adult Mental Health
About Nicole
Nicole Duarte, LCSW, CCTP, NATC
Trauma, anxiety, depression, and women's health are my primary focus. I'm a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in a range of clinical settings. I specialize in helping people through life transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum, divorce, and shifts in identity, particularly when self-doubt or old wounds make moving forward feel impossible.
My style is warm and welcoming, grounded in trust and emotional safety. I show up as a steady presence and a partner in your healing. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic, mindfulness, and trauma-informed approaches to help you build a practical toolkit for daily challenges and come to terms with unresolved struggles.
I am especially passionate about those healing from narcissistic abuse. I believe healing begins when you feel safe, believed, and heard, and that you can rebuild trust in yourself and your own perceptions. I'm bilingual and bicultural, and I'm glad to work with you in English or Spanish.
Outside of the therapy room, I've lived abroad teaching in English and Spanish, and I played soccer on a Women's Youth National Team and in college. Those experiences shaped how I think about teamwork, resilience, and connecting across cultures.
My Specialities
Trauma
Narcissistic abuse recovery
Women's mental health
Pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum support
Anxiety
Depression
Self-esteem and self-worth
Body image
Perfectionism
Relationships
Divorce
Grief and loss
Life transitions
Substance use
Availability: Sessions are offered Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 - 5:00 PM
I work with clients in Houston, TX and virtually across Texas.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas, #104187
Master of Social Work with a Clinical Concentration, University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts, University of Houston
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)
Intensive Training in Mental Health & Trauma - The Menninger Clinic, Communities in School, Catholic Charities, Private Pracitce
Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness.
Extensive Work across the lifespan
Bilingual - English & Spanish
About Kori
Kori Cook, LCSW, LCDC
Young adults, adults, and parents are among the people I work with most. Complex mental health, substance use, and the young adult years are my primary focus. I trained extensively at The Menninger Clinic, where I worked with complex mental health and substance use disorders, and I’ve since worked across a range of clinical settings. I believe lasting change rarely happens in isolation, so I pay attention to relationships, routines, and finding your place in your community.
My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I show up as a real person in the room, authentic and transparent, and I aim to be a steady presence while you do the hard work of change. I draw from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT), and Motivational Interviewing to tailor treatment to your needs and goals.
I’m passionate about helping people understand the patterns that keep repeating and strengthen the connections that matter most. When I work with parents and families, we explore what’s happening beneath the conflict and learn to respond to each other in ways that build trust.
Outside the office, you’ll usually find me lost in a fantasy novel, cooking something new with my partner, or playing with my rescue dog and cat. They remind me daily that connection and play matter.
My Specialities
Substance Use Disorders
Borderline Personality Disorders
Young Adults
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Attachment
Life transitions
Low self-esteem
Teens
Mood disorders
Parents/Families
Availability: Sessions are offered Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
I work with clients in-person in Houston, TX and virtually across the state of Texas.
Education, Credentials, & Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas, #113898
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Texas #17742
Master of Social Work, Clinical Concentration, University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts, Communications, minor in Psychology, Civic and Community Engagement, Southern Nazarene University
Intensive Training in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders - The Menninger Clinic
Trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Motivational Interviewing
Extensive Work in Young Adult Mental Health
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