Child Psychiatrists - Houston, Texas
Psychiatrists
Natalie Keller, MD
Dr. Natalie Keller grew up in the Dallas area before attending Texas Christian University. She graduated medical school from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (now known as McGovern Medical School at UTHealth) and trained in adult and child psychiatry with Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. While in her child fellowship, Dr. Keller received the Esther Mandelker, Ph.D., Excellence in Psychotherapy Award. Dr. Keller enjoys working with children, adolescents, and college aged young adults. She has special interests in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety spectrum disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression. She has quickly been recognized for her child psychiatrist abilities in the field.
Dr. Keller has presented lectures on telepsychiatry, children and screens, personality disorders, anxiety disorders in children, and psychopharmacology in children. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.
While she enjoyed having four seasons in Pittsburgh, she could not stay away from Houston and everything it has to offer, especially the food scene. She is excited to be back and continuing her work in the great state of Texas.
Dr. Keller has presented lectures on telepsychiatry, children and screens, personality disorders, anxiety disorders in children, and psychopharmacology in children. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.
While she enjoyed having four seasons in Pittsburgh, she could not stay away from Houston and everything it has to offer, especially the food scene. She is excited to be back and continuing her work in the great state of Texas.
Jared Heathman, MD
Dr. Jared Heathman grew up in the Houston area before attending Texas Christian University. He graduated from medical school at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and trained in child psychiatry and adult psychiatry at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He is additionally board certified in addiction medicine and prides himself in being an addiction specialist. While in his general residency training, he was awarded the Humanism & Excellence in Teaching Award.
Dr. Heathman has presented lectures on post-concussion syndrome, childhood depression, psychopharmacology (medications), ADHD, and personality disorders.
Dr. Heathman has special interests in anxiety, perinatal mood disorders, substance abuse, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and adolescent depression.
Dr. Heathman has presented lectures on post-concussion syndrome, childhood depression, psychopharmacology (medications), ADHD, and personality disorders.
Dr. Heathman has special interests in anxiety, perinatal mood disorders, substance abuse, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and adolescent depression.
Matt Hinthorn, MD
Dr. Matthew Hinthorn completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch where he was trained in child and adult psychiatry. His calm demeanor helps put children at ease.
Dr. Hinthorn has presented lectures on ADHD and bipolar disorder. He is considered an expert in these fields and really prides himself as a child psychiatrist.
Dr. Hinthorn has special interests in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. While initially from south Texas, he finds great joy in the Houston community. He enjoys discovering new attractions in the nearby suburbs including Katy, Cinco Ranch, Jersey Village, Spring, and the Woodlands.
Dr. Hinthorn has presented lectures on ADHD and bipolar disorder. He is considered an expert in these fields and really prides himself as a child psychiatrist.
Dr. Hinthorn has special interests in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. While initially from south Texas, he finds great joy in the Houston community. He enjoys discovering new attractions in the nearby suburbs including Katy, Cinco Ranch, Jersey Village, Spring, and the Woodlands.
Houston Counselor
Melissa Reese, MA, LPC, NCC
Ms. Melissa Reese, MA, LPC, NCC completed her BS in Psychology and her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University, north of Houston where she was raised. While pursuing her higher education, she served as an officer in the Psi Chi honor's society, volunteered to serve the community, and assisted with a research proposal of the differences between counseling treatments of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with adults displaying symptoms of depression.
Ms. Reese has extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults on the autism spectrum, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, personality disorders, substance abuse, eating disorders, and working with clients overcoming grief. She continues her work as a counselor with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, families, and couples on therapeutic goals of recovery. Her scope of practice includes utilization of techniques and practices from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Use Treatment, Structural Therapy with families, and psychoeducation with diagnoses of mental health disorders.
Ms. Reese has extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults on the autism spectrum, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, personality disorders, substance abuse, eating disorders, and working with clients overcoming grief. She continues her work as a counselor with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, families, and couples on therapeutic goals of recovery. Her scope of practice includes utilization of techniques and practices from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Use Treatment, Structural Therapy with families, and psychoeducation with diagnoses of mental health disorders.
Cynthia Kowalis, MS, LPC-Associate, NCC
Ms. Cynthia Kowalis, MS, LPC-A, NCC completed her bachelors at Texas A&M University, and she then received her masters in clinical mental health counseling through the University of Houston Clearlake.
She has worked with clients to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality disorders, substance abuse, grief, and loss.
Ms. Kowalis approaches counseling holistically and accounts for individual client contexts and needs. She collaborates with the client to create goals and assess for progress. Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered, and Mindfulness interventions are utilized when appropriate.
Ms. Kowalis is supervised by Ryan P. Holliman PhD LPC-S (#62571) at (214)-239-4570 and [email protected]. Aspects of care may be discussed for advanced training.
She has worked with clients to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality disorders, substance abuse, grief, and loss.
Ms. Kowalis approaches counseling holistically and accounts for individual client contexts and needs. She collaborates with the client to create goals and assess for progress. Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered, and Mindfulness interventions are utilized when appropriate.
Ms. Kowalis is supervised by Ryan P. Holliman PhD LPC-S (#62571) at (214)-239-4570 and [email protected]. Aspects of care may be discussed for advanced training.
Office Staff
Chelsea
Chelsea was born and raised in Spring, Texas, and is a proud graduate of Klein High School, giving her deep roots in the local community. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Bioenvironmental Science from Texas A&M University in College Station, where she met her husband, James. Chelsea is passionate about serving the mental health needs of individuals and families in Spring, Klein, The Woodlands, and surrounding north Houston neighborhoods.
A devoted Aggie football fan, Chelsea regularly attends home games in College Station and enjoys traveling to support the team at away games each season. Her commitment to community and connection carries into her work at Your Family Psychiatrist, where she brings local insight and personalized care to every patient interaction.
A devoted Aggie football fan, Chelsea regularly attends home games in College Station and enjoys traveling to support the team at away games each season. Her commitment to community and connection carries into her work at Your Family Psychiatrist, where she brings local insight and personalized care to every patient interaction.
Danielle
Danielle was born and raised in Cypress, Texas, and graduated from Cy-Fair High School, where her interest in mental health and psychology first began. She recently completed her degree at the University of Houston. She is continuing her education at Lamar University with the goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor and continuing her work at Your Family Psychiatrist, proudly serving the Cypress, Tomball, and northwest Houston communities.
Danielle is passionate about helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and is dedicated to making mental health support more accessible throughout Greater Houston. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her cat and relaxing at the lake, embracing the balance she encourages in others.
Danielle is passionate about helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and is dedicated to making mental health support more accessible throughout Greater Houston. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her cat and relaxing at the lake, embracing the balance she encourages in others.