OUR STAFF
Staff Psychologists and Allied Mental Health Professionals
Tim F. Branaman, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Branaman completed his doctoral training in psychology in 1981 obtaining his degree from Texas A&M University/Commerce. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology and Board Certified in the specialty area of Forensic Psychology. He is a Licensed Psychologist with Texas certification as a Health Service Provider (Texas License #22443); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Texas License #001143); Clinical Member of American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists;
and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Providers. Dr Branaman holds a Certificate of Proficiency in the Treatment of Alcohol and Other Substance Abuse Disorders from the American Psychological Association's College of Professional Psychology. He is certified by the International Board of Prescribing Psychologists and is among a group of psychologists first trained in Texas according to standards of the American Psychological Association for prescribing psychologists. His specialized experience includes substance abuse disorders (alcohol and other substances), sexual behavior disorders including sexual offense behavior, incest and sexual victimization. Dr. Branaman's practice is presently solely dedicated to forensic consulting and evaluations including forensic evaluations of adult and juvenile populations His forensic case work includes criminal and civil case evaluations and consultation. He has testified in state, federal, military and administrative courts and has been retained by both defense and prosecution in criminal matters and plaintiffs' and respondents' attorneys in civil cases.
Dr. Branaman completed his doctoral training in psychology in 1981 obtaining his degree from Texas A&M University/Commerce. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology and Board Certified in the specialty area of Forensic Psychology. He is a Licensed Psychologist with Texas certification as a Health Service Provider (Texas License #22443); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Texas License #001143); Clinical Member of American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists;
and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Providers. Dr Branaman holds a Certificate of Proficiency in the Treatment of Alcohol and Other Substance Abuse Disorders from the American Psychological Association's College of Professional Psychology. He is certified by the International Board of Prescribing Psychologists and is among a group of psychologists first trained in Texas according to standards of the American Psychological Association for prescribing psychologists. His specialized experience includes substance abuse disorders (alcohol and other substances), sexual behavior disorders including sexual offense behavior, incest and sexual victimization. Dr. Branaman's practice is presently solely dedicated to forensic consulting and evaluations including forensic evaluations of adult and juvenile populations His forensic case work includes criminal and civil case evaluations and consultation. He has testified in state, federal, military and administrative courts and has been retained by both defense and prosecution in criminal matters and plaintiffs' and respondents' attorneys in civil cases.
Shaalon Joules, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Joules graduated with a
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from The Ohio State University in 2007. She is a Licensed
Psychologist (Texas License #34129) and is credentialed by the National Register of Health Service
Providers in Psychology. Her practice focuses on the treatment of younger
through older adults utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy. Her special interests include mood disorders,
anxiety disorders, cultural/spiritual issues, personality disorders, issues
related to aging, and psychological testing.
Mistie Seawell, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Seawell is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License 31929) who completed her doctoral training at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio in 2010. Prior to completing her doctoral training program, she completed a one-year predoctoral internship at Salesmanship Club of Dallas. Following graduation from her doctoral training program and completion of a post-doctoral internship at Professional Psychological Services, P.C., Dr Seawell joined the practice group. Dr. Seawell has previously worked as a Licensed Psychological Associate and is experienced in conducting psychological testing as well as counseling with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She is bilingual and trained in providing psychological services to Spanish speaking populations. Some of her areas of specialization and interest include attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorders, child behavioral problems, personal identity, self-esteem and self- image issues, and culture-related issues Dr. Seawell utilizes brief and family systems perspectives in therapy. Her style of working in counseling and therapy is a “strengths-based” approach that focuses on a person’s competencies in working with them to address their vulnerabilities. She believes that how persons think about themselves and others is an integration of their unique makeup as well as their personal experience as influenced by family members, their community, and their culture.
Dr. Seawell is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License 31929) who completed her doctoral training at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio in 2010. Prior to completing her doctoral training program, she completed a one-year predoctoral internship at Salesmanship Club of Dallas. Following graduation from her doctoral training program and completion of a post-doctoral internship at Professional Psychological Services, P.C., Dr Seawell joined the practice group. Dr. Seawell has previously worked as a Licensed Psychological Associate and is experienced in conducting psychological testing as well as counseling with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She is bilingual and trained in providing psychological services to Spanish speaking populations. Some of her areas of specialization and interest include attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorders, child behavioral problems, personal identity, self-esteem and self- image issues, and culture-related issues Dr. Seawell utilizes brief and family systems perspectives in therapy. Her style of working in counseling and therapy is a “strengths-based” approach that focuses on a person’s competencies in working with them to address their vulnerabilities. She believes that how persons think about themselves and others is an integration of their unique makeup as well as their personal experience as influenced by family members, their community, and their culture.
Virginia Secrest, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Secrest completed her doctoral training in psychology in 1982 at State University of New York at Stony Brook. She is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License #23007). Her practice includes treatment of preadolescents, adolescents, and adults. Treatment utilizes individual, conjoint, and family therapy as appropriate. Dr Secrest's experience includes treatment of women's issues, eating disorders, and disorders associated with sexual trauma.
Dr. Secrest completed her doctoral training in psychology in 1982 at State University of New York at Stony Brook. She is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License #23007). Her practice includes treatment of preadolescents, adolescents, and adults. Treatment utilizes individual, conjoint, and family therapy as appropriate. Dr Secrest's experience includes treatment of women's issues, eating disorders, and disorders associated with sexual trauma.
Anne Weinberg, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Weinberg graduated with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University in 1996. She is a Licensed Psychologist ( Texas License #32150). She is also a Board Certified Professional Counselor of the American Psychotherapy Association. Her practice includes treatment of adolescents and adults utilizing individual, conjoint, or family therapy, as appropriate. Her special interests include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and bereavement, sexual abuse/incest, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Weinberg graduated with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University in 1996. She is a Licensed Psychologist ( Texas License #32150). She is also a Board Certified Professional Counselor of the American Psychotherapy Association. Her practice includes treatment of adolescents and adults utilizing individual, conjoint, or family therapy, as appropriate. Her special interests include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and bereavement, sexual abuse/incest, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Kenneth F. Wise, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Wise completed his doctoral training at Baylor University in 1995. He is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License #25783). Dr. Wise is a clinical assistant professor of psychology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in the department of Rehabilitation Science. His practice includes treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. His special interests include the evaluation and treatment of children, the application of psychology to medical and health issues including adjustment to injury/disability, and the treatment of chronic pain. He has also researched and worked with psychological adjustment issues of recovering alcoholics and addicts.
Dr. Wise completed his doctoral training at Baylor University in 1995. He is a Licensed Psychologist (Texas License #25783). Dr. Wise is a clinical assistant professor of psychology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in the department of Rehabilitation Science. His practice includes treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. His special interests include the evaluation and treatment of children, the application of psychology to medical and health issues including adjustment to injury/disability, and the treatment of chronic pain. He has also researched and worked with psychological adjustment issues of recovering alcoholics and addicts.
Diana Boone, M.A., LPC
Counselor
Diana Boone is a Licensed Professional Counselor (Texas License #13666) who has been licensed for the practice of professional counseling since 1996. She has advanced doctoral level training beyond the completion of her LPC training program. Ms. Boone provides a range of counseling services to adult, adolescents, and children.