Meet Our Team
Lauren Butcher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board-Approved Supervisor and founder of New Path Counseling & Wellness. Licensed in Texas, Virginia & Florida, she works with adults navigating trauma, relationship conflict, toxic family dynamics, ADHD, life transitions and more. Lauren combines compassion with evidence-based approaches, including EMDR and trauma-informed care, to help clients find clarity, healing, and lasting change.
Michelle Mateus, LPC, is located in our Rockwall office. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with teens and young adults, ages 12 to 40. She is passionate about helping clients navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, and life transitions with compassion and practical tools for growth.
Based in Greenville, Astrid Thomsen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor with a rich background in animal-assisted therapy. She works with individuals across the lifespan—children age 6 and up, teens, adults, and families—offering compassionate, strengths-based support for trauma, substance use, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, and life transitions. Astrid’s practical, solution-focused approach aims to foster confidence, resilience, and meaningful growth.
With 18+ years of experience, Melody supports individuals facing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, chronic illness, and major life transitions. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT, she helps clients build resilience, develop healthier habits, and navigate challenges with hope and confidence. Warm and collaborative, Melody provides a safe space to heal and grow—whether in-person or via telehealth.
Alexis Acevedo, LCSW, offers appointments in both the Rockwall and Greenville, Tx offices. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with teens and adults, ages 12 and up. With a strong background in case management, trauma and behavioral intervention, she helps clients feel empowered, confident, and ready to take action.