Richardson Staff
(972) 437-4698
Psychiatrists
Peter Christian Holm, M.D.
Treatment Issues: Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression, Manic-Depression, Panic Attacks, Psychiatry
Education and Training: Medical Degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Galveston, Texas. Psychiatry residency at the University of Texas South West Medical Center and at Parkland Memorial Hospital. He also served a residency in Internal Medicine and worked as a Emergency Room Physician.
Special Interests and Services: Includes psychiatry, depression, manic-depression, anxiety, panic attacks, attention deficit disorder, and a variety of other issues and disorders.
Shannon A. Johnson, M.D.
Treatment Issues: Anxiety, Bipolar Mood Disorder, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post Partum Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia
Education and Training: Bachelor of Science degrees from Alabama State University, 1992. Medical degree from University of South Alabama, 1996. Residency training in psychiatry from University of Texas health Sciences Center at San Antonio, 2000.
Background and Experience: Dr. Johnson has worked extensively in the inpatient and outpatient psychiatric setting.
Special Interests and Services: Works with those 17 and older, primarily performing medication management.
Paul Meier, M.D.
Treatment Issues: Clinical Evaluation and Medication Management
Education and Training: Masters of Science in Cardiovascular Physiology from Michigan State University. Master of Arts degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. Medical Degree (M.D.) from the University of Arkansas College of Medicine. Psychiatric residency at Duke University. Graduate courses at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, Illinois in 1975-76 while on full-time faculty. Active memberships include: Christian Medical and Dental Society, American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, Dallas County Medical Society
Background and Experience: Dr. Meier taught pastoral counseling at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois in 1975-1976, and at Dallas Theological Seminary (in Texas) from 1976 to 1989.
Additional Information: Dr. Meier is the co-founder and Medical Director of Meier Clinics. He is a nationally recognized psychiatrist, and international guest speaker with numerous radio and television appearances. Dr. Meier is acknowledged as a pioneer in the integration of the physical aspects of humans with the psychological and spiritual dimensions. He continues to write, having authored, co-authored or edited over 70 books/publications. Visit www.paulmeiermd.com for a list of Dr. Meier's books.
Tamella Trulson, M.D.
Treatment Issues: Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Manic-Depression, Panic Attacks, Psychosis, and other issues and disorders
Education and Training: Medical Degree from Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 1991. Psychiatry Residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX, 1995. Board Certified in General Adult Psychiatry and licensed in Texas.
Background and Experience: Dr. Trulson has worked at Meier Clinics since 1995. She is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, TX.
Special Interests and Services: Dr. Trulson specializes in the diagnostic assessment and medication treatment of adults.
Psychologists
Keith Cobern, Ph.D., L.M.F.T., L.P.C.
Treatment Issues: Family Intervention, Marriage and Family Counseling
Education and Training: Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion, Philosophy and Sociology from Dallas Baptist University. Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and Doctorate degree in Psychology from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Background and Experience: Dr. Cobern has worked for Meier Clinics since 1991.
Special Interests and Services: Includes working primarily with marital and family issues, communication problems, relationship problems, marital affairs, divorce, blended families, alcoholic and dysfunctional family systems, family intervention and family coaching, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, and individual coaching.
Additional Information: Dr. Cobern provides supervision for LMFT and LPC interns and is an adjunct Assistant Professor of Counseling at Dallas Baptist University in the Master of Arts in Counseling Program.
Mary Damkroger, Ph.D.
Treatment Issues: Individual, Couple and Family Therapy, Psychological Testing
Education and Training: Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida Southern College. Master of Arts in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Southern Methodist University. Doctorate of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas. Psychology internship at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. Licensed in the state of Texas as a Licensed Psychologist.
Background and Experience: Dr. Damkroger has worked for Meier Clinics since 1987.
Special Interests and Services: Includes working with clients struggling with depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, relationship problems, family problems, domestic abuse, effects of childhood physical and sexual abuse, rape, sexual dysfunction, and a variety of other issues. Dr. Damkroger also conducts psychological testing/assessment (e.g., personality, educational, career, attention deficit diagnosis, premarital, etc.). She provides premarital/pre-engagement counseling and teaches communication skills. Dr. Damkroger works with both male and female adults and adolescents.
Lane Ogden, Ph.D.
Treatment Issues: Adult Psychotherapy, Psychological Assessments
Education and Training: Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Howard Payne University. Master of Arts degree and a Doctorate degree in Psychology from Texas Tech. Dr. Ogden completed a Post–Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology at California School of Professional Psychology. He is a Licensed Psychologist and a member of the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology.
Background and Experience: Dr. Ogden has been a part of the Meier Clinics since 1987.
Special Interests and Services: Dr. Ogden’s areas of professional interest include adult psychotherapy and psychological assessment as well as behavioral problems related to medication issues. His major focus is on depression and anxiety disorders as well as any adult psychotherapy issues.
Additional Information: Dr. Ogden enjoys speaking and teaching engagements. He is an active member in national, state, and local psychological associations and is an officer in the Dallas Psychological Association.
Counselors
Marcy Blake, L.P.C.
Treatment Issues: ADHD, Adjustment Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family Issues, Depression, Grief and Loss, Women's Issues
Education and Training: Bachelor of Science from Texas A & M University. Masters in Counseling from Sam Houston State University.
Background and Experience: Marcy has lead parenting workshops in the community and lead groups for teens. She is involved in her church's counseling ministry.
Special Interests and Services: Marcy works with children as young as six, adolescents, and adults. She treats children and adolescents struggling with anger issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavior problems at home or school, and other school related issues. She counsels adults struggling to cope with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and grief and loss. Her special interests include blended family issues, women's issues, and parenting guidance.
Ann-Marie Bowen, L.P.C.
Treatment Issues: Adjustment issues, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief Issues, Personality Disorders, Sexual Abuse Recovery, Trauma Recovery,
Education and Training:: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Baylor University. Master of Arts in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. Licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Background and Experience: Ann-Marie has led workshops for the community on depression, anxiety, and anger management. She has been a guest speaker on KWRD’s Consumer Magazine radio show with Dr. Paul Meier and is currently a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Special Interests and Services: Ann-Marie works with both male and female adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues, counseling one-on-one, with couples, or with families.
Roger Johnson M.A., L.P.C.
Treatment Issues: Bipolar Disorder, Conflict Resolution, Schizoaffective Couples Therapy, Sexual Addiction
Education and Training: Bachelor of Arts degree from Grace University. Master of Theology and Masters in Counseling degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary, .
Special Interests and Services: Roger counsels adults in individual and group settings for a variety of issues.
Jeri Slayton-Marshall, M.A., L.P.C.
Treatment Issues: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Abuse, Physical Abuse, Relationship and Family Problems, Sexual Abuse
Education and Training: Master's degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. Jeri has participated in post graduate studies in the field of child and adolescent therapy. She is a member in the Association of Play Therapy.
Special Interests and Services: Jeri's areas of professional interest include counseling women, children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. She focuses on enriching relationships between parents and children.
Richard Meier, M.A., L.P.C., D.Min.
Treatment Issues: Anger Management, Communication, Disaffection, Marriage Related Issues, Pastor and Missionary Rejuvenation, Pursuit of Christian Character, Victory of Life
Education and Training: Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Faith Baptist College. Master of Arts in Counseling from Liberty University. Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary. Licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Background and Experience: Dr. Meier is a two career person. His first career was as an ordained minister and senior pastor for 23 years. Since 1985, his second and current career is as a professional counselor. His experiences have also included founding a Christian School and serving as President of the Mid–American Association of Christian Schools.
Special Interests and Services: Richard loves to work with pastors who come to the Clinic, often with their wives, for several days of intensive outpatient counseling.
Additional Information: Dr. Meier has co-authored or contributed to six books:
- Seven Secrets for a Happy Family
- Sex in the Christian Marriage
- The Healthy Christian Life
- Husbands and Wives
- Filling the Holes in Our Souls
- What They Didn't Teach You in Seminary
