Dean Beckloff, PhD, LPC-S
Dr. Beckloff currently maintains an active counseling practice in North Dallas, specializing in treatment for children and families. He is a trained Play Therapist for children, and specializes in family counseling and parenting, working with children with emotional or behavioral issues, as well as children with ADD, Asperger's Disorder, and others. Dr. Beckloff also works extensively with families dealing with divorce issues, both during the divorce and post-divorce with parents and children.
A Licensed Professional Counselor, Dr. Beckloff has worked extensively in individual and group therapy for children. Dr. Beckloff also specializes in filial play therapy treatment – a therapeutic approach to helping children through the use of play, with the parent as the person working with the child.
Dr. Beckloff has extensive experience working with children and their families. He has worked as an elementary teacher in Oklahoma and Texas. He also served as an elementary school counselor in the Richardson School District, consulting with administrators, teachers, and parents, conducting individual and group counseling, crisis counseling and coordinating special programs. In addition he conducted teacher in-services on student behavior and managing discipline appropriately. He has studied at and worked for the Center for Play Therapy at the University of North Texas. Dr. Beckloff is active in the community, speaking to various groups and working with community groups especially concerned with children.
Dr. Beckloff was honored to receive the Dallas Child Magazine's 'Mom Approved' therapist for 2016 & 2017.
Contact Information
Phone: (972) 250-1700, ext 104
Email: drbeckloff@drbeckloff.com
$200/hr
Elizabeth Zak, PhD
Executive Clinical Director of Counseling Services
Dr. Zak, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, has 30 years experience working with children and adults across the lifespan. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Texas Christian University in 1992 and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Emporia State University in 1994. She worked several years counseling children and adolescents and their families at Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital, Dallas Metrocare, and Dallas County Juvenile Detention before returning to school to earn her Ph.D. in 2001 in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas, specializing in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Dr. Zak’s special areas of interest include adolescents and young adults who are struggling with the transition to adulthood; women’s issues, including managing role conflicts of parents and career; post divorce coping; and depression and anxiety management. She is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.
She uses a cognitive-behavioral approach in therapy and focuses on the therapeutic relationship, warmth, genuine understanding (with a touch of humor). As a wife, professional, and mom to two young adult sons, two dogs, and countless other fish, turtles, guinea pigs and hermit crabs along the way, she knows life can be hectic! Her goal is to help you wade through the chaos to find the calm.
Dr Zak is the VP/Clinical Director of BBHC. She is authorized to provide telehealth services to PSYPACT participating states throughout the US.
Contact Information
Phone: (972) 250-1700
Email: drzak@drbeckloff.com
$185/hr
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Health Care and Cigna insurance plans
Graham Martin, PsyD
Executive Director of Operations
Dr. Graham Martin is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. The bulk of his experience is in providing therapy and psychological testing services to children, teens, and adults. At Beckloff Behavioral Health Center, Dr. Martin has worked closely with children and families experiencing challenges related to ADHD, autism, behavioral problems, learning difficulties, anxiety, depression, and anger.
As a therapist and counselor, Dr. Martin aims to help his clients break through barriers that impede a healthier development, and to adopt attitudes and behaviors that help them realize their full potential. Dr. Martin is flexible in his approach, implementing strategies from diverse schools of thought to best meet the unique needs and circumstances of each child, adolescent, adult, and family he works with.
Dr. Martin has extensive experience providing psychological evaluations. These evaluations, also commonly referred to as testing or assessments, provide diagnostic clarification and serve as a catalyst for treatment planning. Testing results often provide valuable information for prescribing physicians and schools in the process of formulating academic accommodations. The testing process is used to obtain empirical information about emotional states, personality, intellectual functioning, academic achievement, memory, behavioral concerns, and social functioning, to best ensure an accurate diagnosis. A thorough diagnostic process represents a crucial step for children and their families as they navigate the road to recovery.
Contact Information
Phone: 972-250-1700, ext 302
Email: gmartin@drbeckloff.com
$185/hr
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Cigna.
Megan Rosewell, MS, LPC
Director of Child Counseling Services
Megan received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree in August 2018, while playing college softball, at Tarleton State University, in Stephenville, TX. Her interest in pursuing the field of counseling was sparked through her own childhood experiences that taught her to work her way through life’s challenges and led her to complete her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree in August 2022 from Tarleton State University in Fort Worth, TX. Her emphasis was a Play Therapy- CACREP accredited program. Megan also was a nanny for 13 years for children of varying ages and cultures.
Megan’s areas of interest are Children and adolescent issues, Anxiety & Depression, Trauma, Parenting and Family Issues, ADHD, and School/Daycare issues. She has had the opportunity to work with children presenting concerns, such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Parent/Child Relationship issues, Codependency, and Externalizing behaviors preventing children from integrating into school/daycare settings. Additionally, she has worked with autistic and on-the-spectrum adolescents and pre-teens.
Megan uses both directive and non-directive play therapy, and a blend of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and person-centered therapy. The most important part of the counseling process for Megan is the therapeutic relationship. Her goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to be open and vulnerable for a personalized approach to each person’s unique needs. It’s your space to utilize in your healing process.
Contact Information:
Email: megan@drbeckloff.com
Cell Phone: +1 (972) 961-7144
Website: http://www.drbeckloff.com
$150/hour
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, Aetna Insurance, United Health Care and Cigna Insurance plans
Pooja Patel, LPC, NCC
Pooja Patel acquired her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas majoring in Integrative Studies focusing on Biology, Sociology, and Anthropology. This allowed her to expand her horizons and discover her true passion which was to go into counseling. She then pursued her master’s degree from the University of the Southwest which is a CACREP accredited program.
She is a psychodynamic, trauma-informed counselor who primarily practices forms of CBT, art, mindfulness, and play with a person-centered approach including multicultural awareness. She is equipped to work with people of all ages who have experienced trauma, facing grief, struggling with change, anxiety, depression, and anything in between. You name it, let’s tackle it!
Pooja has worked with children and families in domestic violence shelters, and with teenagers struggling with substance abuse, and has spent time assessing children and adults who have had thoughts of hurting themselves and others. She is dedicated to finding a goal that best fits your journey and needs through empowerment. She will help you navigate through the unknown.
Contact information
Phone: 972-250-1700 ext 320
Email: pooja@drbeckloff.com
$150/hr
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Cigna insurance plans
Erin Ryan Burdette, MFA, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Dean Beckloff, PhD, LPC-Supervisor
Erin holds an undergraduate degree in theater from Southern Methodist University and a graduate degree from the Professional Actor Training Program at the University of California, San Diego. She additionally has a graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling and Drama Therapy. Drama therapy applies theater techniques like role-playing, storytelling, and improvisation to achieve therapeutic goals. Through imagination, humor, and out-of-the-box thinking, Erin helps clients replace maladaptive behaviors with effective coping strategies.
While we can’t control an unpredictable world, Erin recognizes that active, spontaneous engagement fosters flexible thinking and a sense of agency in the face of life's challenges. Erin enjoys working with adolescents and adults (other moms, in particular!) and often uses creativity and play to build strong therapist-client relationships, which she believes lie at the center of therapeutic growth and change.
Erin’s areas of interest include anxiety, social skills, OCD, ADHD, challenging parent-child relationships, and families dealing with separation, divorce, or other forms of familial troubles. In addition to her specialization in Drama Therapy, Erin employs cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, and internal family systems.
Contact information
Phone: 972-250-1700
Email: erin@drbeckloff.com
$125/hour
Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Cigna insurance plans.
Phoebe Fleming, MS, LMSW
Supervised by De'An Olson Roper, PhD, LCSW-S
Phoebe holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Nursing from Texas Christian University. Before becoming a therapist, she built a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on mental health. In this role Phoebe worked closely with health care professionals in Psychiatry, Internal Medicine and Family Practice.
Phoebe has had a lifelong passion for giving back to the community. She has volunteered in many capacities over the years including working with children in the foster care system where she advocated for their needs and best interests.
Driven by her deep interest in human behavior and her desire to help others, Phoebe returned to school to earn a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from The University of Texas at Arlington.
Phoebe focuses on helping people of all ages manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. She believes in managing life’s transitions with resilience, grace, and humor. Phoebe integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness into her practice. With her younger clients, she incorporates Play Therapy.
Phoebe’s goal is to provide hope and support throughout the healing process. With her adaptable, positive, and solution-focused approach, Phoebe empowers others to take charge of their mental health and discover lasting strength and balance.
Contact Information
Phone: (972) 250-1700
Email: phoebe@drbeckloff.com
$125/hour
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Cigna insurance plans
Michelle Rosewell, MS, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Dean Beckloff, PhD, LPC-Supervisor\A Director of Adolescent Services
Michelle is a former college athlete with a passion to help others while creating a safe place to work through hard things. With ann approach full of compassion with a focus on Individuals and the Family System. She has a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from The King’s University and spent her internship working with a non-profit supporting children and teens under VOCA.
Her approach is with hope to help you gain balance within yourself, along with clarity, while helping you to build resilience through life challenges. She believes asking for help is incredibly brave. It's close to her heart to help people of all ages manage anxiety, anger, depression, codependency, life transitions, traumas (PTSD and CPTSD included), and relationship challenges. She believe’s in managing life’s transitions with grace, resilience, and strength.
Michelle integrates CBT, Trauma-Informed CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy and mindfulness. Her goal is to provide hope and support throughout the healing process for each of you with an adaptable, positive, and person-centered approach addressing struggles, fears, worries, intrusive thoughts, and responsive behaviors.
Contact information
Phone: 972-250-1700 ext 320
Email: michelle@drbeckloff.com
$125/session
*Accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna insurance
Benjamin Rizutti, MA, LPA
Supervised by Elizabeth Zak, PhD
Benjamin is a Licensed Psychological Associate holding a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology. He earned his Master's degree at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas. The graduate program emphasized holistic views of clients and their systems, individual treatment plans, and cultural competency. As a professional, Benjamin understands that each individual has unique backgrounds and challenges. Therefore, therapy is a collaborative effort that encourages exploration and growth while determining solutions with input from both parties.
Benjamin has focused on helping others manage distress, symptoms of anxiety, depression, and to process difficult emotions related to traumatic experiences. He has also provided support in navigating problems with anger for adults and children. He has completed work with children, single parents, adult men, Veterans, adolescents and young adults of various backgrounds. He uses an emotion-focused approach while integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness. With children, Benjamin has utilized play therapy interventions while consulting with parents to create an effective environment for their needs.
Additionally, Benjamin has administered testing with all age groups, including individuals on the autism spectrum, individuals struggling with ADHD, or with various cognitive challenges. He's committed to helping others understand their unique needs, and to empower them to meet life's challenges head-on.
Contact Information
Phone: 972-250-1700
Email: BenjaminRizzuti@BeckloffBehavioralHealthCen.onmicrosoft.com
$125/hour
*Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Cigna insurance plans
Edwin Gonzalez, MA, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Dean Beckloff, PhD, LPC-Supervisor
Hello everyone! My name is Edwin Gonzalez.
I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) in the field of counseling with experience working with children, teens, and adults. I have provided individual and group counseling services and have experience supporting families through parenting counseling. My clinical background includes working with trauma and utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also incorporate person-centered therapy and reality-based therapy to meet clients where they are and support meaningful change. I have experience engaging children through play therapy techniques and helping teens navigate emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. Additionally, I work with adults facing a wide range of mental health concerns across different stages of life. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M-Commerce University in 2024.
Contact information
Phone: 972-250-1700
$125/hour
Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Cigna insurance plans.
Alexandra (Lexie) Estrada, MS, LPC
Lexie earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of the Incarnate Word, where she completed three majors in Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Political Science. She went on to receive her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a CACREP-accredited program.
During graduate school, Lexie served as a Registered Behavior Technician, providing behavioral therapy services to children on the autism spectrum. It was in this role that she discovered her passion for working with children and helping them navigate the everyday challenges of growing up.
After completing her Master's degree, Lexie relocated to Dallas, where she worked with women and children who were survivors of domestic violence at Genesis Women's Shelter and Support. Her love for working with families inspired her to grow further in the field of trauma therapy, leading her to the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center, where she supported children and families healing from abuse.
Lexie's areas of clinical interest include children and adolescents, trauma and grief therapy, EMDR, families, anxiety, women's issues, self-esteem, and life changes. She integrates CBT models, play and art therapy strategies, EMDR, TF-CBT, and a person-centered approach to meet each client where they are.
No matter what challenge brings someone through her door, Lexie believes healing is always possible. She is passionate about walking alongside her clients as they build resilience, rediscover their strengths, and move forward with hope.
Contact Information:
Phone: 972-250-1700
Email: lexiemestrada@gmail.com
$150 per session
(Currently working towards accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare)
Justin Gardner, LPC-A, LCDC
Supervised by Dean Beckloff, PhD, LPC-Supervisor
Justin received his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University – Commerce majoring in Psychology. This led him to pursue his master’s degree in clinical psychology from Texas A&M University – Commerce. Justin is a person-centered counselor who primarily uses CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. He has worked with individuals working through trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and the struggles of everyday life. He believes that everyone has the resilience to overcome their obstacles and often just need some extra skills. He has worked with young children and teens in inpatient hospital settings, adults, and veterans.
Contact information
Phone: 972-250-1700
$125/hour
Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Cigna insurance plans.