Today we’d like to introduce you to Amera Sergie.
Hi Amera, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I earned my master’s degree in clinical and counseling psychology from SMU and began my career in Dallas working in the nonprofit sector. I spent over six years there as a counseling program director, which gave me deep, hands-on experience working with individuals and families across a wide range of needs and life stages.
About twelve years ago, I opened my own private practice. Today, I work with clients of all ages and at different stages of life, using a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and multicultural approaches. My work is grounded in meeting people where they are and helping them rewire their thinking, build insight, stability, and meaningful change over time.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Overall, it’s been a meaningful and steady path, but like most long-term careers, not without adjustment. One of the biggest transitions came during COVID. I changed office locations and, for the first time expanded into virtual therapy as well as maintaining my in- person work. That shift required rethinking how I connect with clients, structure my practice, and maintain the same depth of care in a different format.
That said, I’ve been fortunate to feel aligned with this work. Even during periods of change, I’ve felt clear about the direction I’m moving in. The challenges have been less about doubt and more about adapting thoughtfully while staying true to the way I practice and the values that guide my work.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
My work is grounded in a research-based cognitive behavioral approach, and I use that framework flexibly across the lifespan. I work with children as young as three through older adults, including individuals, couples, and whole families. With younger children, my work incorporates play therapy, then evolves developmentally through tweens, teens, and adulthood. I’ve always been drawn to lifespan development and intentionally chose not to narrow my work to a single age group, because emotional patterns and healing look different at each stage.
I’m known for being both structured and adaptable; helping clients understand the why behind their experiences while also giving them practical tools they can use in daily life. I work with clients across a range of backgrounds, and I’m especially mindful of how culture, family systems, and lived experience shape mental health. As a first-generation Iraqi American, I bring a perspective that helps me support people from a wide range of cultural identities as they navigate challenges, transitions, and healing in ways that feel respectful and grounded.
What I’m most proud of is building a practice that feels accessible, human, and responsive to the real lives people are living.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
For me, mentorship has been less about finding one formal mentor and more about staying connected to people I trust at different stages of my career. Early on, I stayed closely connected to my supervisor while working toward full licensure, and that relationship was especially meaningful. Having someone who knew my work well and could offer steady guidance made a real difference during that foundational period.
Over time, mentorship has looked more peer-based. I’ve found a lot of value in maintaining strong relationships with colleagues who are people I can consult with, learn from, and grow alongside. Now that I also supervise associates, I’m very intentional about maintaining those connections on both sides, recognizing that mentorship is often mutual and evolves over time. What’s worked best for me is investing in relationships consistently rather than seeking out something formal or perfect.
Pricing:
- 150/session for self pay
- In network with some of the major insurance carriers
- Associate level therapist at the practice that I supervise offers a reduced rate
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.thesourcecounseling.com
- Other: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/amera-sergie-dallas-tx/179946
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Amera Sergie
