Founder, CEO

Sarah Rosen Garrett is a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S) and licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with children and families. Sarah began her career as a special education teacher with Teach for America and was twice awarded Teacher of the Year. Garrett has specialized, advanced training in play therapy, art therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy and Trauma-Focused Equine Therapy. In addition, she is trained in crisis and suicide intervention, and the treatment of trauma, including witnessing a traumatic death, and child abuse, neglect, and sexual assault. Sarah is a member of NASW and the American Association for Play Therapy.

LICENSED Therapist

Chali Henderson, LPC, LMFT, RPT, received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. 

Chali is a bilingual therapist who specializes in play therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy and grief and loss. In addition, Chali has specialized, advanced training in evidence-based treatments for children on the Autism Spectrum.

Chali believes that through a healthy, positive therapeutic relationship, children and families can begin a process of healing and growth that can endure throughout a child's lifetime. Chali has a passion for working with children, adolescents, and families to improve family relationships and create positive lasting change.

Music Therapist, BOard Certified

Niamh Fahy, MT-BC, received her Masters in Music Therapy from the University of Roehampton in the United Kingdom. Niamh is licensed through the Certification Board of Music Therapists and is a member of the American Music Therapy Association. Niamh has experience working with children and adults with neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative disorders, adults who have experienced acquired or traumatic brain injury, adults and children who have experienced trauma, and adolescents in the juvenile justice system.

LICENSED THERAPIST, Bilingual

Jacqueline Galarza, MA, LPC-Associate, NCC, EMDR Trained, received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas, and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Concordia University. 

Jacqueline is a bilingual therapist who began her career working with the Latinx population in Austin providing counseling to children and adults. Jacqueline utilizes a trauma-informed approach to meet each child's needs and provide a safe space to heal and grow. Jacqueline incorporates various modalities such as play therapy, sand tray therapy, expressive art, and outdoor / adventure therapy. Prior to working at the Phoenix Center, Jacqueline was an intern at Candlelight Ranch where she facilitated therapeutic outdoor activities during Camp Phoenix sessions. 

LICENSED Therapist

Katie Hering, LMSW, EMDR Trained, received her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Arlington with a concentration in children and families. Katie began her career working with families who were unhoused at a non-profit organization which strived to keep families living together. In this role, she gained experience with crisis intervention, assessment, and case management utilizing a strengths-based approach.

As a Community Outreach Coordinator in Killeen, Katie worked to provide support to numerous non-profit organizations, including facilitating group therapy with children in Communities in Schools. Prior her work as a therapist, Katie worked as a camp counselor and preschool gymnastics coach. Katie is passionate about empowering children and families to overcome challenges and see their unique potential and strengths.

LICENSED Therapist

Carli Bartling is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-Associate) who earned her bachelor’s degree at Brigham Young University and her master’s degree in professional counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family, and Couple Counseling at Texas State University. Carli specializes in Play Therapy and utilizes sand tray therapy, expressive arts, nature, and music in counseling. Carli is passionate about working with children and teens, especially within the context of the family unit, and recognizes that when one family member is struggling, the whole family is affected.

LICENSED Therapist

Tiffany Goodsell, LPC-A, EMDR Trained, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies specializing in Elementary Education from Texas State University. Tiffany then received a Master's of Education in School Counseling from Lamar University. She has over 15 years of experience working with children and families as a teacher and Social Emotional Learning Coach. Tiffany has specialized training in working with neurodivergent children including with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, trauma, and more. Tiffany utilizes therapeutic methods such as EMDR, play therapy, sand tray therapy, and art therapy for cognitive, behavioral, and emotional needs. Through a safe and caring relationship, Tiffany helps children and adolescents process life experiences, and traumatic events, and develop more effective coping strategies for navigating their world. She believes that healing occurs with a team approach between the child, guardian(s), and therapist.

Certified Equine Specialist

Paula Basden is a Certified Equine Specialist with a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Baylor University. She specializes in equine-assisted learning for individuals wishing to improve their lives by being more connected to themselves, others, and the world around them. She is certified through EAGALA and has extensive training in trauma-focused equine programs through The Natural Lifemanship Institute. Her philosophy is based on an innovative, ethical practice that builds on the human/horse connection, helping people learn more about themselves and then using that learning to make positive changes in their lives.

Paula’s lifelong love of horses and passion for helping others has blended into a career that encourages others to create and maintain healthy relationships. She is excited about being a part of the healing work of the Phoenix Center and helping to bring a proven methodology of treatment to the options available to the children and families there.

Certified Yoga Therapist

Celice “Cece” Goad has over 1000 hours of teacher training and is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance as well as a Certified Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists. Cece facilitates yoga therapy and mindfulness programs for students at Head Start, Marble Falls and Burnet public schools, and for youth in juvenile probation services with the Phoenix Center.

Bookkeeper

Yadira Arreguin serves as Phoenix Center's Bookkeeper. Yadi was born and raised in Marble Falls and graduated from Marble Falls High School. She then studied at South Texas College where she earned her associate degree in business. Since then, Yadi has worked in all manner of business roles, starting as an administrative assistant, bookkeeper and Human Resources. During her time off from bookkeeping duties, Yadi enjoys spending time with her own family, cooking and traveling. Yadi is excited to be part of the Phoenix Center team as she continues to embrace personal growth, help others, and foster healing and positive change within our community. 

Facility Dog, Co-Therapist

Mabel is an Assistance Dog specifically trained to work in an agency with children who have experienced trauma. Assistance Dogs help create a calming and regulating environment and help reduce symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

She completed intensive training and certification through Canine Companions for Independence, a service dog organization.  In addition to working at the Phoenix Center, Mabel will serve as a “Courthouse Dog,” which means she is permitted to accompany a victim of child abuse into a courthouse.

Click here to learn more about Mabel and her training.