Antonio Wilson, LPC – Associate, LCDC Intern

Supervised by Jenai Tidwell, LPC-S

I am a dedicated partner on your journey to mental well-being. You will discover that I am not only professional but also a compassionate soul who understands, encourages, and offers hope. My ultimate goal is to empower you to embrace life’s challenges and triumph over adversity. I create equitable systems of engagement for all client as I partner with them during their mental health journey.

With over five years of hands-on experience in the field, my journey has been nothing short of impactful. My professional experience began as an intern at the Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home in Ruston, LA, where I learned the invaluable art of connecting with young minds in need of support and guidance. As I ventured further, I took on roles as a psychiatric clinician and program manager at Integrated Psychotherapeutic Services in Dallas, TX. There, I provided intensive care to clients and collaborated closely with three Dallas County mental health and drug courts, ensuring that individuals received the tailored support they deserved. Most recently, I served as a mental and behavioral coordinator at the Dallas Independent School District, where I utilized my expertise’s by focusing on helping teenagers and families navigate the challenges of major life transitions. My work spanned a wide spectrum, from addressing behavioral issues to managing mental health diagnoses, substance use concerns, and providing families with the education and support needed to foster a healthy environment.

My expertise extends across several critical areas, including faith-based issues, depression, anxiety, anger management, substance use issues, life transitions, couples counseling, support for the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma recovery.

Education

My academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, laying the foundation for his commitment to understanding the complexities of the human mind. I built upon this with earning my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), equipping me with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

License

Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (Texas License #: 93275)

Registered Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (CI)