Cody Allen, MA, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Call: 940-294-7061

My specialties:

Anxiety & Depression, Child & Teen Issues, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Parenting & Family Issues, Couples & Marital Issues, Anger Management, Men’s Issues

Who I work with:

Children (starting at 8 yrs old), Adolescents, Adults, Couples & Families

More about me:

Life doesn’t always slow down when things get hard. For a lot of people, it actually speeds up—more pressure, more expectations, and less clarity on what to do next.

I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns that aren’t working anymore—whether that’s anxiety that won’t let up, conflict at home, or feeling like you’re constantly reacting instead of moving forward. Together, we focus on understanding what’s driving those patterns and building a clear, practical path toward change.

My approach is straightforward and adaptable. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model of therapy. Instead, I tailor each session to what you actually need—whether that’s structure and accountability, space to process, or tools you can start using right away.

Your needs, goals, personal wellbeing, and privacy will always be my main priority.

What It’s Like Working With Me

We’ll talk honestly about what’s going on, but we won’t stay stuck there. We’ll identify what needs to shift and take steps toward it—at a pace that feels manageable, but still meaningful.

While working together, we will identify large goals and small goals designed to transition you from where you are, to where you want to be. We will use a host of self-report assessments, inventories, and evaluations to measure your progress towards these goals throughout our time together. This approach helps us to maximize our efforts and see growth and improvement much faster!

How I Approach Therapy

I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), self-awareness training, mindfulness training, guided relaxation, and systematic desensitization.

I believe each person has had unique life experiences, and therapy should reflect that. Because of this, our work together will be individualized and tailored to your specific needs.

For clients struggling with OCD, I incorporate Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a structured and research-supported approach that helps reduce the cycle of anxiety and compulsive behaviors over time.

My Background & Experience

I obtained my Master of Counseling degree from East Texas Baptist University and have worked across a wide range of clinical settings, including acute inpatient stabilization, emergency rooms, rehabilitation, partial hospitalization, outpatient programs, and private practice.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in high-pressure environments where clear thinking, calm communication, and practical problem-solving are essential. I am a certified nonviolent crisis prevention instructor and have helped develop negotiation and de-escalation training programs for law enforcement divisions within Gregg County—many of which are still in use today.

I have also been involved in developing admission and referral processes for psychiatric patients in the emergency room at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, Texas, helping ensure individuals received appropriate care during critical moments.

This experience allows me to work confidently with clients navigating anxiety, anger, crisis situations, and high levels of stress—while keeping our work focused on real-life change and practical solutions.

A Little More About Me

My family and I live here in Argyle. My wife grew up in Argyle, while I grew up in a similar community just south of DFW. We love the small-town vibe and we look forward to growing our family in such a loving community. A few of my favorite things include chasing around my littles, sitting around a fire with friends, reading a book that is just way too good to put down, and spending too much time with my BBQ smoker. My wife does not mind that last part too much!

I look forward to meeting you!

“A person is a fluid process, not a fixed and static entity; a flowing river of change, not a block of solid material; a continually changing constellation of potentialities, not a fixed quantity of traits.” 

—Carl Rogers

Contact Cody

I am an out-of-network provider, which allows us total clinical freedom and privacy.

I provide monthly Superbills for easy reimbursement.