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Dovetail Mental Health provides trauma-informed, nervous-system–aware therapy for adults, couples, and adolescents throughout the greater Fort Worth area and virtually for all of Texas. Through a compassionate and client-centered approach, our therapists provide a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, heal from traumas, strengthen their connections with others, and enhance their self-worth. Each therapist works with their clients to work intentionally towards their goals while protecting privacy and respecting each client’s pace.
Empowering you to heal from trauma and make tough decisions with confidence, our therapists provide an empathetic ear and encourage you to reflect deeply on your beliefs, thoughts, and actions. We will work with you to identify more helpful behaviors leading to a more confident, assertive version of yourself, fully in line with your greatest strengths and values.
Areas We Support
Clients appreciate that we do not take a cookie-cutter approach with their treatment. One week a client may want to process through talk therapy, while another week they may be ready for deeper trauma work, exploring and practicing coping skills, or learning better interpersonal and boundary techniques. We believe that you are in the driver’s seat and we serve as your guide.
We commonly work with:
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Adults navigating trauma, attachment wounds, and relationship patterns
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Individuals managing anxiety, burnout, self-esteem concerns, or life transitions
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Couples struggling with communication, trust, or recurring conflict
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Young adults and adolescents (16+) experiencing emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges
Our therapists draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, including trauma-informed and nervous-system–aware modalities, depending on client needs and therapist fit.
Paths to Care at Dovetail
Path 2
Care with an LPC-Associate licensed in Texas; private pay and Aetna accepted. Excellent choice for adults, couples and older teens, telehealth only with in person availability in Kyle, TX. Flexible scheduling options.
Path 1
Care with Jocelyn Cadiz, LPC, Texas and Oregon, or Carolyn Thompson, LCSW-S, licensed in Texas. Many insurances accepted; private pay option available. Jocelyn works with adults and couples. Carolyn works with ages 13 through adults.
Path 3
Care with a Dovetail Master’s Level student intern. In-person or virtual therapy for adults, and adolescents depending on intern. Closely supervised by Jocelyn Cadiz, LPC, and each intern’s university. Reduced-fee services while completing advanced clinical training.
Fees and insurance options vary by therapist and will be discussed during consultation to ensure clarity and fit.
Please be aware that if you use your insurance for therapy, that can put limits on the frequency & number of sessions we may have, and that your insurance can access and read your private medical records. Insurance companies require therapists to assign a mental health diagnosis starting with the first session. That diagnosis is then submitted to your insurance company and becomes part of your long-term medical record, which can be accessed by insurers and other healthcare providers in the future.
Private pay offers more privacy, flexibility, and autonomy in your care. Some clients may opt to choose the private pay route so that they have more control over their treatment, allowing therapy to remain truly private, as no diagnosis or session notes are shared with insurance companies. If your insurance deductible is high, your fee through insurance could end up being close to or higher than my private pay fee. We can run your plan to see your estimated fee if you'd like to use your insurance, just let me know.
Meet the Dovetail Team
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Dovetail Mental Health Values
Autonomy
Passion
Curiosity
Openness
Servant Leadership
Empowering you to be the best you, living fully into your purpose with confidence and zest for life!
Contact
Phone
4925 Davis Blvd. Ste 203
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Location
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As your therapist, I believe in your right to know the expected costs of your therapy. If you don't have insurance, you'll receive a Good Faith Estimate from me, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making regarding your mental health care.
If you do not have insurance or need a lower rate, check out our student interns!
What is Dovetail?
"Dovetail" originally refers to a type of joint in woodworking where two pieces of material fit together seamlessly, with interlocking angles that create a strong, stable connection. When applied metaphorically, particularly in the context of therapy, "dovetail" can symbolize the harmonious and effective integration of different elements—whether it's the therapeutic techniques used, the relationship between therapist and client, or the alignment of a person’s inner thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
In therapy, a "dovetailing" process might describe how various aspects of a person's experience or therapeutic approaches come together in a supportive, cohesive way. Just as dovetail joints create a strong, lasting bond in woodwork, this metaphor suggests that the therapeutic relationship and process can create a powerful and resilient connection between the individual and their path to healing. It highlights the importance of building trust, understanding, and alignment in therapy, where the individual feels supported and understood, and the various facets of their experience are interwoven to foster growth and resilience.
In essence, a therapeutic process that "dovetails" is one where everything clicks into place, leading to deeper insight and more sustainable change.