Staff | Kranz Psychological Services

Meet the psychology team...

Our psychology team consists of licensed psychologists and licensed psychological associates (with and without independent practice). The psychology team offers psychological evaluations for children and adults ranging from age 12 months to over 90 years, as well as counseling services for ages 4 and up.

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Sarah M. Kranz, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist

CEO

Director of Internship Training

Dr. Sarah Kranz, PhD, is a Licensed Psychologist and the CEO of Kranz Psychological Services! She started out alone in independent practice in 2017, and she gradually added other clinicians to the practice who exhibited the core values of kindness, gentleness, and grace to expand to the current size of about 15 clinicians who provide counseling services, medication management, and psychological evaluations, as well as the ABA Team who provides Applied Behavioral Analysis with a range of autism-related services. Kranz Psychological Services also currently includes several graduate/master’s interns who assist with counseling services/testing services, a doctor to provide medication management, and our incredible support staff who facilitate all of our services through billing, scheduling, credentialing, and more. KPS moved to a brand new beautiful building (having outgrown several previous office spaces) in June 2021. Dr. Kranz provides individual evaluations for people ages 12 months old to 90+ years old. She also supervises the master’s interns as the Director of Internship Training. Dr. Kranz frequently provides evaluations for autism, ADHD, personality disorders, emotional concerns, learning disabilities, and more. In our office, she is known as the kind, gentle, and gracious force behind it all!

Analy Parra, M.S.

Senior LPA

with Independent Practice

Analy Parra, MS, is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) with Independent Practice, as well as an Advanced Certified Autism Specialist. Analy provides individual evaluations for all people from ages 12 months old to 90 years old. She specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder and neuropsychological evaluations. In our office, Analy is known for her wide range of knowledge. She is the Senior LPA on staff!

Curtis Roscoe, M.S.

LPA

with Independent Practice

Curtis Roscoe, MS, is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) with Independent Practice who provides both counseling and psychological evaluations in our office. He primarily works with children from 5.5 to 12 years old, but welcomes teenagers and adults, too. Curtis frequently provides support for children and adolescents who are struggling with symptoms of ADHD, ODD, trauma, depression, and autism. Curtis uses psychodynamic techniques (including psychodynamic play with children), emotion-centered problem-solving therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). He works from a person-centered approach with all clients. In our office, Curtis is known for his gentle and thoughtful demeanor!

Emily Holloway, M.S.

LPA

with Independent Practice

Emily Holloway, MS, is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) with Independent Practice who provides evaluations and autism testing in our office. Emily is trained in EMDR and currently working on her EMDR certification. She is also trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). Emily has a broad range of clinical skills, but she specializes in working with children and adults who have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, or foster care/adoption. In our office, Emily is known for her calm and empathetic presence!

Sarah Gerrells-Hinkle

LPA under the supervision of Dr. Sarah Kranz

Sarah Gerrels-Hinkle, MS, is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) supervised by Dr. Sarah Kranz, Ph.D. She primarily works with children, teenagers, and young adults when providing counseling services. She also provides psychological testing services for clients of all ages. Sarah especially loves working with neurodiverse children and adults. Sarah primarily works with clients experiencing anxiety and/or depression, or diagnosed with autism and/or ADHD. She generally utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with play therapy techniques and creative arts techniques.

Meet the counseling team...

Our counseling team consists of licensed professional counselors and licensed professional counselor associates. The counseling team offers a wide range of counseling services, utilizing a wide variety of therapeutic techniques and orientations, to children and adults ranging from age 2.5 years to over 90 years.

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Kelie Goller, M.A.

LPC-S and RPT

Clinical Director

Kelsie Goller, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), and EMDR Certified Therapist who provides counseling services for children 3 years and older, as well as teens and adults. Kelsie utilizes play therapy, Adlerian therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to help clients of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma history, family issues, and emotional/physical/sexual abuse. Kelsie is also the Clinical Director at Kranz Psychological Services and provides supervision for graduate interns and LPC Associates.

Debi Williams

LPC and RPT

Debi Williams, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) who works primarily with children aged 3-8 years old. Debi provides play therapy for children who are struggling with trauma, adjustment disorders, school problems, and other related issues. Debi has been fully licensed since 2000, and in our office she is known for her wonderful ability to connect with the youngest of clients!

Locke Curfman, MA

LPC

Locke Curfman, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.) Locke primarily provides EMDR and Ego State Therapy, along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to assist adult clients who are working through trauma. In our office, Locke is known for his compassionate care for clients as well as for his expertise in EMDR! Locke also has a blog you can see here: https://mymentalhealthmusings.blog/

Ashlyn Mayhall Hays

LPC

Ashlyn Mayhall Hays, MAMFT, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides telehealth counseling services to our community, working with children, teenagers, and adults. Additionally, Ashlyn provides a safe counseling space for LGBT clients. Ashlyn is trained in CCPT (Child-Centered Play Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and she is also moving towards incorporating IFS (Internal Family Systems) techniques into her work. In our office, Ashlyn is known for her ability to connect with and offer a breadth of services to a wide variety of people!

Alyssa Cummings

LPC

Alyssa Cummings, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who primarily works with children aged 8+ years old, teenagers, and young adults to provide counseling services. Alyssa frequently meets with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment problems, ADHD symptoms, self-esteem issues, behavioral issues, and problems with emotional regulation, or people needing help with healthy boundaries and communication strategies. She primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a psychodynamic approach, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) strategies in her work. In our office, Alyssa is known for her warm interpersonal skills in connecting with teens and young adults!

Kathryne Boddie

LPC

Kathryne Boddie, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor offering counseling services to children, teenagers, parents, and adults. She works with those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. Her background includes school-based intervention, divorcing families, managing stress, and anger issues. Kathryne primarily focuses on establishing a therapeutic relationship with each person, where they feel seen, understood, and accepted. In our office, she is known for her warmth and her depth of experience in the counseling field!

Cara Whedbee, Ph.D.

LMFT

Cara Whedbee, Ph.D., is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a degree is in Psychology and Christian Counseling. Dr. Whedbee enjoys conducting pre-marital, marital, and family therapy from a Christian worldview with her clients to help them strengthen and grow their relationships in all aspects of life. She also specializes in working with children, and loves to use play to assist in therapy with her clients. Dr. Whedbee’s use of play for children in Psychiatric Hospitals has been published in several journals in the industry. Dr. Whedbee is licensed to practice in Texas, North Carolina, and Virginia.

Blair Warren

LPC

Blair Warren, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who offers counseling services for teens/adolescents, adults, and couples. Blair focuses on helping people with life transitions, emotional regulation, anxiety, and marriage/couples issues, as well as specializing in working with men on issues such as pornography, transition to fatherhood (expecting/new fathers), and work-life balance. He frequently utilizes person-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and Gestalt modalities to help clients reach their goals. Blair is supervised by Marisha Roberts, LPC-S.

Lara Jane Coffey

LPC Associate

under the supervision of

Kelsie Goller, LPC-S

Lara Jane, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC Associate) who provides individual counseling for clients of all ages with a clinical emphasis on expressive and play interventions. She uses a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Play Therapy techniques, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), and the Needs Connection Model (NCM). She is committed to providing individualized care to meet each client’s unique needs and a safe environment for clients of all ages, genders, faiths, cultures, and sexual orientations. Her passion for advocating for her clients is rooted in her experiences in parenting, foster care, and special education. Her clinical focus includes client development, early experiences, trauma, and attachment as significant contributing factors to relationships and mental health. Regardless of age, she believes each client is worthy and capable of making decisions and contributing to therapy. This belief drives her commitment to developing therapeutic relationships that honor all clients as equals. Lara Jane is supervised by Kelsie Goller, MA, LPC-S, RPT.

Katherine Pierce

LPC Associate

under the supervision of

Kelsie Goller. LPC-S

Katherine Pierce, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Kelsie Goller, LPC-S. Katherine works with children (ages 4 and older), teenagers, and adults, utilizing primarily a person-centered or child-centered play therapy approach. She also incorporates traditional cognitive behavioral techniques, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her work. She has experience in coming alongside those struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, adjustment challenges, perinatal mental health concerns, trauma, ADHD, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.

Emma Liles

LPC Associate

under the supervision of

Jeffrey Quiett, Ph.D., LPC-S

Emma Liles, M.Ed, MA-CMHC is a LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Jeffrey Quiett, LPC-S. Emma is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate dedicated to creating a safe space for clients to heal and grow. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English in 2016, her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in 2017, and her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2024, all three from the University of Texas at Tyler. She spent four years as a 9th grade ELA teacher in the public school system and has experience working with adolescents from all backgrounds and with a wide variety of learning needs. Her clinical experience includes working with community clients in private practice settings and providing no-cost mental health services for students at LeTourneau University. Emma is skilled at working with adults of all ages, but her expertise and passion lies with working with adolescents (12+) and young adults. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and is highly knowledgeable about trauma-informed care and attachment theory. Emma also offers faith-integrated counseling services for clients who wish to incorporate their Christian faith into their therapeutic experience. Emma’s mission is to help her clients recognize their identity and self-worth and to empower them to live full and healthy lives based on meaningful connection. She is especially passionate about helping both men and women who find themselves trapped in cycles of harmful behaviors find freedom and healing. Outside of counseling, Emma enjoys spending time with her husband and son. Emma also enjoys playing pickleball, reading and participating in a book club, serving and volunteering at her church, watching her favorite TV shows, and connecting with friends and family over meals.

Meet the ABA team...

Our ABA team is made up of a qualified autism services practitioner supervisor, applied behavior analysis technicians, and technicians in training. The ABA team provides a range of autism-related services. The team's approach to care is both evidence-based and connection-based.

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Paige VanMeter

QASP-S

Clinical Director

I am an East Texas native and am passionate about serving my home community. I have a B.S. in Psychology from Texas State University. My graduate work from the University of West Florida is in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Exceptional Student Learning. I have served both adult and child clients with Autism and other behavioral concerns in the home and in a treatment center setting. I have extensive knowledge/experience in special education and the public school system; I am proud to be a resource and advocate for children and their families. My area of expertise includes early intervention, social skills training, educational advocacy and parent training. I consider myself blessed to have the opportunity to play a role in the development of every client I’m able to serve. My life after hours is filled spending time with my family and my two dogs that I adore. I enjoy engaging in activities that allow me to be expressive and creative, including practicing calligraphy. I am also proficient in American Sign Language and spend time volunteering in the Deaf community and interpreting appointments for Deaf individuals.

Mallory Ford

Director of Operations

I was born and raised in the Kilgore/Longview area and am so thrilled to be able to bring these services home to my community. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from Centenary College of Louisiana and my graduate work is through the Florida Institute of Technology, studying Professional Applied Behavior Analysis. I have been so fortunate to study under some incredible trailblazers in our field. Post-undergraduate, I have worked consistently with young children on the Autism spectrum and with a variety of cognitive and developmental diagnoses. Having such a variety in the clients that I have served has been instrumental in providing me with well-rounded, diverse experience. I am passionate about being a support to my clients and their families by providing therapeutic services, including parent/caregiver training and vocational/life skills training. In my free time, I enjoy spending time on my family’s farm, playing/watching sports and raising my Border Collie and Great Dane.

Janeava

ABAT

I joined the Autism & Behavior Analysis Team as a therapist during the conception stage of the clinic and have loved every second of being able to grow alongside my clients and other clinicians. I have been a certified ABA Therapist since 2020 and have dedicated the last 3 years to honing in on my skills as a therapist through continuing education courses/workshops. I was promoted to the Program Manager role in 2022, where I am learning to assist in creating goals and plans for clients, analyze data and manage their progress. Throughout my life, I have always felt called to serve individuals with different abilities in whatever capacity possible. In high school, I volunteered for my district’s Special Olympics events and at Truman Smith Children’s Care Center. After graduating from Gilmer, I worked as a caregiver for multiple children with different abilities. I am also on the Board of Directors for the Gladewater Round-Up Rodeo and am the rodeo’s Director of the Wrangler Committee and Director of the Float Committee. I helped to build the Handicapable Rodeo program so that all children can participate in events at the Round-Up. In 2017, my family adopted two children, one of which is on the Autism Spectrum. My little brother has opened my eyes to a whole new world & was the final straw that encouraged me to pursue a career in Autism therapy! I believe it is my life’s purpose to make a difference in our community and to help individuals reach their fullest potential! I am thrilled to be a foundational member of the Autism & Behavior Analysis Team and can’t wait to see the growth we experience in the coming years.

Julian

ABAT

I was born and raised in Tulsa Oklahoma and moved to Louisiana to Be closer to my mom's side of the family. Now I’m here in Texas, working with the most amazing people. I am currently working on my undergraduate in psychology and after graduation I am planning to earn my Masters in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have worked in this field forfive years and still love It as much as I did the first day. There isn't a day I don't want to come to work because I look forward to seeing the clients and my co-workers, and of course I think we are all always so excited always excited to see the progress that is made every week, month, and year. One of my favorite things about this job is looking back and seeing how far the clients have come along in their development. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for everyone. I love to go running, listening to audiobooks, and hanging out with my family and friends. I also like jumping out of perfectly good airplanes (Skydiving).

Courtney

ABAT

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Patrick

ABAT

I was born and raised in Houston Texas but have lived in East Texas since early 2022. Beginning at a young age, I had a notable passion for learning which, thankfully, followed me into adulthood. I completed my B.S. in Human services in 2013. I completed four years of Master’s Degree level course work in Biomedicine and Alternative medicine. While I have a variety of experience working in different areas of human services and behavioral health, I have worked in ABA Therapy for 5+ years, providing services to clients of all ages and am passionate about the work that I do. I married my wife three years ago and I’m blessed with a wonderful two-year-old baby girl who’s is my inspiration in all things.

Bridget

ABAT

I grew up primarily in Weatherford, Texas where I studied child development and psychology at Weatherford College. I made the move to East Texas in 2020. I have been working with young people for the majority of my career and have loved every minute of it. In 2019, I started my first job working with those who have cognitive differences at Emler Swim School as a swim coach specifically for children with special needs. It was during that time that I truly felt my heart and soul absorb into my work. Being able to work with these individuals and their families has truly changed me as person and I am so grateful to never be same. Today I am honored to be able to share the privilege of working with my clients alongside an amazing team of people who share the same goals and passion. In my free time, I enjoy creating art with various mediums, and being in the garden with all of my plant babies. And of course, spending time with all the rescue animals that my partner and I have filled our home with. I owe the ever-present dog hair on my clothes to them.

Anastasia

ABA Team Staff

I was born and raised in the Longview/Tatum area. From a young age I knew I enjoyed helping people, and how just a little bit of help could make a huge difference in people's life. I graduated from East Texas Baptist University with a B.S. in Athletic Training. It was during my time as an athletic trainer and substitute teacher that I realized my love of working with people and seeing their growth, whether that was in their learning, in their chosen sport, or coming back from an injury. I am so excited to be apart of the ABA Team and see the growth that will occur in the team and in the client's we serve. In my spare time I enjoy reading, learning new things, playing board/tabletop games, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Cole

ABA Team Staff

I grew up in Latexo, TX, and earned my Bachelor's degree in Textiles and Apparel from UT Austin. My career journey took a meaningful turn when I had the opportunity to work with teens and young adults in need at Austin Threads. It was there that I discovered my deep passion for helping others, particularly children, and realized how fulfilling it is to be part of their growth and development. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of therapists at this clinic. I am excited to contribute to the exceptional work they do and to help support the children and families we serve. Outside of work, I enjoy biking along the Paul G. Boorman Trail, playing trivia, traveling, and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Grace

ABAT

I was born and raised in East Texas. I just recently moved from Tyler to Longview. Helping others is my passion and I have always dreamed of a job that will allow me to do that. I’m so excited for this journey. I can’t wait to watch people, including myself, grow. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my family and fur babies. I love to take my dog on walks and watching movies!

Ayana

ABA Team Staff

I was born and raised in Longview, TX. After graduating from LISD, I received my Associate’s degree from TJC and then my Bachelor’s degree from UT Tyler, both in psychology. Working with & inspiring the youth has always been my passion! I am currently working towards obtaining my Master’s degree in psychology and spend a lot of time studying! Outside of school and work at the clinic, I enjoy spending time with family, my dog, and friends.

Colby

ABAT

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Clinic Caretaker

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Meet the medical team...

Our medical team is able to assess and diagnose mild to severe mental illness, as well as to offer psychotherapy and prescribe medication.

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Miriam Lowery

APRN, PMHNP-BC

Miriam Lowery APRN is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Miriam provides Medication Management services for ages 6 years and older. Her philosophy of treatment centers around a sincere desire to provide holistic care to those who have mental illness. Competency, empathy, respect, and compassion are essential to this holistic care. She believes in a patient-centered intervention that incorporates all aspects of health, including mental, physical, cultural, and socioeconomic influences. She also firmly believes in using extensive psychoeducation to ensure patient-provider collaboration in treatment planning. Miriam's experience with mental health, leadership roles, and as a community health nurse inspired her to further her career as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Her experience, both personal and professional, provides a unique viewpoint. She is able to understand individual and societal barriers patients face concerning healthcare. She recognizes that being a provider is a career, duty, responsibility, and a privilege to help those suffering with mental health distress.

Meet the intern team...

Our intern team assists in providing lower cost services to the community (counseling services are $30 per session.

Ethan Walters

Psychometrist

Ethan Walters, MS, is working towards becoming a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). Once licensed, he will be providing psychological evaluations and counseling services for all ages. In our office, Ethan is known for his positive outlook and sense of humor!

Shaddow Aiken

Psychometrist

Shaddow Aiken, MS, is working towards licensure as a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). Once licensed, she will be providing psychological evaluations and counseling services for all ages.

Valerie Ferrell

Psychometrist

Valerie Ferrell, MA, graduated from Dallas Baptist University in August 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree and and Master of Arts in Psychology. As a psychometrician, she administers and scores non-projective tests for all ages as she works towards her LPA (Licensed Psychological Associate) license. Once she has obtained her LPA license, Valerie desires to also provide counseling services, particularly utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address mood disorders like anxiety and depression, as well as behavioral modification.

Leticia Cossi de Souza

Psychometrist

Leticia Cossi de Souza, MS, is working towards becoming a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). Once licensed, she will be providing psychological evaluations and counseling services for all ages.

Aubrey Nixon

Psychometrist

Aubrey Nixon, MS, is working towards becoming a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). Once licensed, she will be providing psychological evaluations and counseling services for all ages.

Megan Hasemann

Master's Intern

Megan Hasemann is studying for a Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University, with planned graduation in June 2025. Megan provides counseling for clients of all ages, with a special emphasis on couples and families. Megan gravitates towards narrative therapy models and believes in the transformative power of taking authorship over the stories of our lives. She also incorporates Gottman techniques, particularly the concepts of attunement and attachment. She takes a trauma-informed approach with clients and enjoys working with LGBTQ+ populations, couples seeking to develop connection and closeness with one another despite difficulties in the relationship, and young parents seeking to break toxic family cycles.

Isaac Rodgerson

Master's Intern

Isaac Rodgerson is Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at UT Tyler, expected to complete his Master of Arts program in the Summer of 2025. Isaac currently works with adults to provide emotional support through counseling services. He uses Existential and Gestalt modalities combined with mindfulness techniques to help address issues related to grief, anxiety, and life purpose.

Rebecca Bailey

Master's Intern

Rebecca Bailey will graduate from UT Tyler in August 2025 with a MS in Clinical Psychology. She currently works with children, adults, and teens, with an interest in working with couples, families, and groups in the future. She provides both testing and counseling services in our office. Rebecca utilizes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and assists clients who are going through big life transitions while aligning with their values and goals.

Sarah Tran

Master's Intern

Sarah Tran will graduate from UT Tyler in August 2025 with a MS in Clinical Psychology. Sarah provides testing in our office, working with ages across the lifespan with a focus on older adults. When she provides counseling, she uses primarily CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) as well as humanistic therapy.

Katherine Hallman

Master's Intern

Katherine Hallman will graduate from UT Tyler in August 2025 with a MS in Clinical Psychology, on the neuropsychology track. She currently works with all ages of clients, but wants to specialize in working with children. She assists with testing in our office, with an interest particularly in ADHD and ASD.

Kolby Farris

Master's Intern

Kolby Farris will graduate from UT Tyler in August 2025 with a MS in Clinical Psychology. Kolby primarily assists with testing in our office, while also providing some counseling. Kolby prefers to work with adults, especially those who are experiencing anxiety and depression. He works to meet clients where they are at, as he describes himself as person-centered, while also incorporating CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Meet the support team...

Our support team works behind the scenes (and at the front window) to do all the things that enable our practitioners to do what they do best. From credentialing the practitioners, to verifying insurance, to scheduling...our support team works tirelessly under the guidance of the director of operations to help things run smoothly.

Angela

Director of Operations

Abby

Scheduling

Amy

Insurance

Donna

First Impressions

Rilee

First Impressions

Sydney

Billing

Alexis

Scheduling/Insurance

Jessica

Scheduling/Insurance

Bobbye

Support Staff

Mark

CFO