Our Therapists

Ian Thompson

Owner, MS, LPC

I am a counselor and co-owner of Third Coast Counseling and Wellness. My masters degree is in Clinical Psychology and I have been working in the behavioral health field for over 10 years. I have worked in both private practice and public mental health services. I treat patients with and without health insurance using evidenced-based practices and down-to-earth sessions.

I specialize in clients over the age of 10. Types of counseling offered are: Individual, Family, Couple, Stress and Anxiety Management, Executive Skills Coaching, Substance Use Disorders, High Functioning Autism, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, and Personality Disorders.

Vy Nguyen

MA, LPC-Associate

As a veteran and an LGBTQ+ member, I know the struggles that come with being underrepresented in society. If you feel like stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, or life circumstances are hindering you from living your best life, do not hesitate to reach out. With a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I utilize evidence-based practices and out-of-the-box thinking to help you with your mental health goals. If you have been having issues with procrastination and taking consistent actions, this is your sign to break free!

I welcome clients of all ages, from adolescents to seniors. My overall goal is to make a positive impact on my client’s lives by creating a safe space for them to feel heard and seen. We will work together to find the tools to help you manage and overcome your circumstances as well as empowering you to be the greatest version of yourself! I am available in-person and for telehealth.

I am able to accept Cigna, UHC and Aetna patients, as well as self-pay. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, I am under the supervision of Marcia Baker, PhD, LPC, LPC-S, LCDC.

James DaVIS

MA, LPC-Associate

Throughout the counseling process I focus on an individual’s unique and innermost goals to help foster a distinctive sense of gratification and overall improvements in self-esteem and self-efficacy.

I am focused on giving patients back ownership over their lives. Many aspects of the world around us can create feelings of loss of control; because of this I opt to use choice theory to provide patients with the tools to focus on what they can influence. Often, we are negatively affected by the world around us; these wounds need proper acute care along with the reinforcement and reassurance that there is a way forward and that you can accomplish your goals.

I look forward to accomplishing these goals together. I am able to accept Cigna, UHC and Aetna patients, as well as self-pay. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, I am under the supervision of Marcia Baker, PhD, LPC, LPC-S, LCDC.

Dr. MArcia Baker

Owner, PhD, LPC-Supervisor, LCDC

I provide counseling to patients of all ages with various diagnoses that include anxiety, stress, anger, depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles into the practice as I work with patients. Overall wellness is the focus for the patients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program (an evidenced based program) for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.

My specialty is in wellness, using alternative methods to medication if needed to improve depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use and overall behavioral health.

Evidenced based practices that have been researched and found effective are the techniques I use in treating all patients.