Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Trauma-Informed Therapy Solutions
Moving Parts Psychotherapy was founded in 2017 by Ilyse Kennedy, a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist, and expanded into a group practice in 2020. Our practice was established to address critical gaps in trauma-informed mental health care, particularly in response to increased demand following the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice movements. Our team of clinicians specializes in trauma recovery, with expertise in modalities such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Experiencing, tailored to meet diverse client needs. We prioritize ongoing education to stay current with evolving mental health research and best practices. Our trauma-informed approach recognizes clients as experts in their own lives, emphasizing safety, cultural responsiveness, and the intersection of identity in healing.We integrate somatic and expressive therapies to address trauma's impact on the brain, body, and subconscious mind. Our commitment to social justice acknowledges systemic factors affecting mental health and ensures inclusive care for all identities. With specialized services for individuals, couples, families, and children, we provide a welcoming space for trauma recovery and personal growth. Our clinicians are trained to address complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, and perinatal mental health challenges. We are honored to offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy to Texas residents, prioritizing human connection as the foundation for healing.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Individual Therapy
Couple & Family Counseling
Child & Teen Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma-informed care with certified clinicians trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing
- Our team represents diverse identities to enhance client safety and understanding
- We prioritize ongoing education in evolving trauma treatment research and techniques
- We integrate somatic, expressive, and traditional therapies for holistic healing
- Our practice emphasizes social justice and cultural responsiveness in mental healthcare
What people say
Trauma-informed care
Safe therapeutic environment
Specialized PTSD treatment
Somatic therapy expertise
Inclusive practice
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma therapy addresses both acute and complex PTSD through integrated mind-body approaches. Our clinicians use evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing to process traumatic memories stored in the nervous system. We help clients develop coping strategies for trauma responses including anxiety, dissociation, and emotional dysregulation while emphasizing safety and empowerment in the therapeutic process.
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, life transitions, and neurodiversity. Our collaborative approach combines interpersonal neurobiology with client-led exploration to uncover personal strengths. We specialize in treating trauma-related conditions while providing a nonjudgmental space for clients to process difficult experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Couple & Family Counseling
Relational therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts within couples and families. We address trauma's impact on relationships while helping clients rebuild trust and connection. Our approach incorporates systemic perspectives to understand family dynamics and create healthier relational patterns through trauma-informed interventions.
Child & Teen Therapy
Developmentally appropriate therapy for children and adolescents aged 5+ using play, art, and talk therapy. We address behavioral challenges, anxiety, trauma, and school-related difficulties while supporting emotional regulation. Our clinicians create engaging therapeutic environments to help young clients process experiences and develop healthy coping strategies.
Clinical Supervision
Professional development for mental health practitioners focusing on trauma-informed care. Supervision includes guidance on evidence-based modalities, ethical practice, and cultural competence. We support clinicians in developing specialized skills for treating complex trauma and addressing systemic factors in mental health treatment.
People
Ilyse Kennedy
Founder, LPC, LMFT, SEP, PMH-C
Founder of Moving Parts Psychotherapy with over 15 years of experience in trauma treatment. Specializes in somatic therapies and perinatal mental health, integrating neurobiology into clinical practice while advocating for inclusive, identity-affirming care.
Noelle Prax
Senior Clinician, LPC
Senior therapist specializing in complex trauma and dissociative disorders. Utilizes EMDR and Internal Family Systems to help clients navigate PTSD symptoms while prioritizing cultural competence in treatment planning.
Grace Lawrie
Senior Clinician, LPC
Experienced trauma therapist with expertise in somatic experiencing and sandtray therapy. Focuses on helping clients process developmental trauma through body-centered interventions and mindfulness-based approaches.
Ansley Huffman
LPC Associate
Emerging clinician trained in trauma-informed care for adolescents and adults. Combines expressive therapies with cognitive-behavioral techniques to address anxiety, depression, and relational trauma.
Julia Brown
LPC Associate, LMFT Associate
Generalist therapist providing individual and family counseling for trauma survivors. Specializes in narrative therapy to help clients reframe personal stories while emphasizing client autonomy in treatment decisions.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer for trauma recovery?
We provide EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and narrative therapy for trauma recovery, tailored to individual needs.
Do you accept insurance or offer sliding scale fees?
We operate as an out-of-network provider and offer reduced rate therapy sessions based on financial need.
Are your therapists trained in working with LGBTQ+ clients?
All clinicians receive ongoing training in gender-affirming care and cultural competence for diverse identities.
What ages do you treat for child and teen therapy?
Our child specialists work with clients aged 5 through 18 using developmentally appropriate therapeutic techniques.
Can I schedule a consultation before starting therapy?
Yes, we offer free 15-minute phone consultations to discuss your needs and match you with the appropriate therapist.
How do you approach couples therapy for trauma survivors?
We use relational trauma recovery models that address both individual and systemic patterns in couple dynamics.
