Ms. Short is an experienced licensed clinical social worker who has worked in the field of social work for approximately thirty-eight years and has been in private practice since October 2004. Ms. Short provides individual, family, blended family and co-parenting counseling utilizing a strength-based approach. Ms. Short maintains specialty certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and as a Certified Grief Professional.

After the client completes the intake information, Ms. Short and the client will work collaboratively to establish therapeutic rapport and create treatment goals tailored to the client’s targeted outcomes.

Areas of Expertise: Anxiety, ADHD, Marital Therapy, Depression, Addiction, Family Systems Work, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Divorce Adjustment, ASD Support Therapy, Parenting Education, Grief Work, Blended Family, Co-Parenting, Re-Attachment Therapy, Parent Coordinator.

Ms. Short works in conjunction with the Tulsa Family District court since 2006 and receives court referrals for reconciliation therapy. Reconciliation therapy or Reattachment therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to reestablish the connection between a parent and a child. Ms. Short has testified as an expert witness in Tulsa, Creek, Mays, Rogers and Ottawa counties. Ms. Short will also accept parent coordinator assignments from the court specifically for families with children under the age of five years old.

Ms. Short graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1984 with a master’s in clinical social work (advanced standing) and is fully licensed in the state of Oklahoma to practice clinical social work since 1987. Ms. Short is also recognized as a Board-Certified Diplomate by the American Board of Clinical Social Work (ABCSW.) Ms. Short is also credentialed by the OSBLSW to provide supervision to candidates seeking licensure in the state. Ms. Short is a certified divorce and family mediator and a diplomate in the American Psychology Academy for Psychotherapy. Ms. Short has completed postgraduate training in Family Systems Theory sponsored by the Georgetown School of Medicine. Ms. Short has served as an assistant clinical professor for the University of Oklahoma’s School of Social Work by overseeing master’s level student’s clinical practicum experience. Ms. Short has recently completed a Master of Legal Studies with a certificate in litigation from Washington University Law School in St. Louis, Missouri.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping each client develop their individual strategy for wellness. When we meet, we’ll spend some time discussing what brought you in as well as what you’ve experienced in your lifetime, your current lifestyle, your values, and what you would like to accomplish during our time together. My approach is best described as “eclectic”, as I will tailor interventions to suit your strengths, goals, and preferences.

Although I have helped people navigate many challenges, my areas of expertise are: Anxiety, ADHD, Relationship Challenges, Depression, Addiction, Family Dysfunction, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Divorce Recovery, History of Brain Trauma, Chronic Health Issues, Loss.

My credentialing includes a Master of Science in Counseling from Oklahoma State in 2008, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Spanish from Houston Baptist University in 1994. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), and Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH). I have worked as a psychotherapist in inpatient, outpatient, school, and telehealth settings. Early in my career, I worked as a Case Manager with a high-risk population.

My interests and hobbies include: psychology, resiliency/recovery, health, art, yoga, land management, and spending time with my family, friends, and pets.

Currently, I provide therapy services via telehealth to ages 15 and up. My hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Clients from all lifestyles, cultures, and spiritual beliefs are welcome. I look forward to meeting you!

Ms. Freeman is a Licensed Professional Counselor who attended the University of Tulsa for her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, graduating in 1996 with a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from TU also. She provides individual and family therapy with a focus on families with young children. Ms. Freeman has served children as an embedded therapist in public school systems and daycares. She has ten years’ experience with the Birth to Three population performing developmental assessments and providing community-based services to families of children with disabilities. Ms. Freeman has worked in therapeutic foster care providing therapy, training and support to foster families and biological families seeking reunification. She has partnered with the Juvenile Court system in piloting the Drug Court program and has served on the Tulsa Public Schools Crisis Intervention team. Using her training in trauma informed practices and play therapy, Ms. Freeman seeks to empower parents to understand and connect with their children in meaningful ways, despite difficult circumstances. She focuses on improving self-regulation through sensory awareness and integration, tapping into the natural strengths of both parent and child. In her down time Ms. Freeman enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her husband and any of their five grown children who might be in town. 

My first career was in education. I taught school for many years while my husband and I raised our two sons. I hold a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have received training in Gottman Couple’s Therapy, Trauma Healing Through the Senses, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy through continuing education.

I have been at Rebound since May 2023, and have had the privilege of working with children, teens, and adults with a variety of challenges including family and relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I lead support and psychoeducational groups for families affected by developmental disabilities and provide relational skills coaching for kids, teens, and adults with ASD and social anxiety.

I embrace a whole-person approach to healing mind, body, and spirit. I combine strength-based, solution-focused, structural, family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each client, couple, and family with whom I work.  I believe in empowering families to understand and connect with one another, as each one of us is a product of the relationships in which we live.

I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families heal from difficult situations. I welcome clients of any age, culture, lifestyle, and spiritual beliefs. I applaud you for seeking help! Everyone faces challenges in life, but healthy people seek solutions.

I offer in-person sessions for clients of all ages and telehealth for clients over age 14. I look forward to meeting you!

I am an intern at Rebound Mental Health, currently pursuing my master’s degree in social work with graduation anticipated in August 2025. I hold a Juris Doctorate from the University of Tulsa (1993) and currently continue my work in the legal field while pursuing my master’s degree.  I have spent most of my professional legal career working with families in crisis, including but not limited to family and juvenile court cases as both a lawyer and judge. I understand that life can be very stressful and at times we all need some guidance. I believe the answers lie within each of us, and my role is to help others explore options. I take a holistic approach to finding answers insofar as we are multi-dimensional individuals. I am currently working with teenagers and adults in the areas of substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and stress. Also work in the area of couples counseling, parenting education,  reunification therapy, and therapeutic supervised visitation.  Currently working with Lawyers Helping Lawyers.

My hours are: Tuesday 5:30pm – 7:30pm, Wednesday 10:30am – 7:30pm, Thursday 5:30pm – 7:30pm, and Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm. 

With over 20 years of experience working in behavioral health offices, Patty manages front office operations for Rebound Mental Health and is instrumental in providing a positive experience for our clients. She is highly efficient in providing client statements, submitting and reconciling insurance claims, and processing problems that arise with insurance. She also helps with scheduling and setting up new clients in our portal. In her free time, Patty enjoys spending time with her husband and children, reading books, and playing and cuddling with her two dogs and two cats.

Newton is a Yorkshire terrier who was born on September 26, 2017. As an eight-week-old puppy Newton joined the staff at Rebound. The staff at Rebound Mental Health started wondering if a therapy dog would help our families. During a difficult reconciliation case a child requested to bring her dog to help her feel calmer. The staff had a moment and as a result decided to incorporate animal support while providing therapeutic services. During Newton’s tenure at Rebound he has completed puppy class, beginning class, intermediate class, trick class and the Canine Good Citizen class. Newton’s trainer is Amy Vaughn at Spirit Ranch Dog Training, with her constant support and guidance, Newton is a great provider in our office. The one and a half years of training had its moments of great accomplishment and other moments filled with slow progress. But it has all been worth it when we see a client’s face brighten when Newton wags his tail and begs to give a kiss or when Newton curls up in a child’s lap to provide comfort when talking about difficult topics.