Meet the Team
Transforming ADHD, behavior, and emotional challenges into success in Dallas
Ready for Answers?
Your potential shouldn't be limited by ADHD and behavioral challenges
Many of our clients come seeking answers to “what’s going on?” in their own lives or their children's lives.
They’re struggling with focus, emotional regulation and making friends at school or work.
But they want to understand what’s going on and get recommendations that help them achieve long-term success and well-being.
The Dallas Cognitive Wellness Center focuses on helping our clients improve productivity, academic performance, self-esteem, and emotional well-being by providing evidence-based neuropsychological evaluations, therapy and management plans.
In-person appointments are available at Preston Hollow and North Dallas locations.
Founder, Dallas Cognitive Wellness Center
Claire Simpson, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
My journey began when my daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia in the first grade. Watching her struggle and feeling helpless motivated me to seek solutions. I returned to school, earning a master's degree in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience with a specialization in Neurological Diagnosis from UT Dallas, followed by a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Southern Methodist University. My personal experience and professional training provide me with unique insights into the struggles you or your child may face.
I am licensed and trained to practice psychology in the state of Texas. I have been trained to perform adult neuropsychological evaluations at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation, pediatric neuropsychological evaluations at the Child Neuropsychology and Counseling Center, adolescent and adult therapy at Metrocare Services, and in the evaluation and therapy of those with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and anxiety at Spectra Therapies and Evaluation Center.
Licensure: State of Texas Licensed Psychologist (License # 36902)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology (2017)
APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Program
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TexasMaster of Arts, Clinical Psychology (2012)
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TexasMaster of Science, Applied Cognition and Neuroscience (2010)
University of Texas at Dallas, Dallas, Texas
Specialization: Neurological Diagnosis
Clinical Experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (2018-2019)
Spectra Therapies and Evaluation Center, Dallas, Texas
* Psychological testing of children and adults and provided diagnostic impressions or medical/psychiatric diagnoses, documentation of relative strengths and weaknesses, accommodations, recommendations, and treatment planning
* Provided integrative reports and feedback to clients and parents
* Facilitated social skill groups for children and young adults with socially-related difficulties including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, and depressionPostdoctoral Fellowship (2017-2018)
Spectra Therapies and Evaluation Center, Dallas, Texas
Supervisor: Michelle Kandalaft, Ph.D.
* Psychological testing of children and adults; Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations; provided cognitive behavioral therapy, executive functioning and social skills training to clients; facilitated social skills groupsClinical Internship (2016-2017)
Spectra Therapies and Evaluation Center, Plano, Texas
Supervisor: Michelle Kandalaft, Ph.D.
* Psychological testing of children and adults; Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations; provided cognitive behavioral therapy and social skills training to clients
Email: claire.simpson@thedcwc.com
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate, Texas # 97705
Morgan Simpson, M.S., NCC, LPC-Associate
Supervised by: Dr. Brooke West, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Qualifications: Morgan began her academic career at Texas A&M Commerce, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 2022 with a summa cum laude designation. She graduated with her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from East Texas A&M University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Morgan is currently pursuing her certification as a Registered Play Therapist. She has also completed Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) training through the Yale Child Study Center https://www.spacetreatment.net/space-providers. Additionally, Morgan completed grief training for children and adolescents.
She found her calling in the helping profession at a young age through volunteering. Morgan helped to deliver enrichment-based respite care for teens and adults with developmental disabilities at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church’s Epiphany program from 2014-2017. She also volunteered at Vickery Meadows Summer Reading Academy from 2015 to 2017, helping recent refugee students prepare for school. She then volunteered as a tutor at McShan Elementary School to continue her relationship with her students. From 2017-2022, Morgan volunteered at Spectra Therapies and helped to facilitate groups under the supervision of an LPC teaching social skills to young children who were diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social anxiety, and/or ADHD. She assisted with games, addressed effective turn-taking, taught conversation techniques, and provided guidance in starting friendships.
Morgan completed her internship at the inpatient program of Texas Health Behavioral Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, working with adults with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and schizophrenia. She also completed an additional internship at the HOPE Child and Family Center of Texas, providing play therapy for children and group therapy for adolescents.
Who do you work with? How do you solve the problems your clients come with? Morgan works with young children, adolescents, and young adults. She uses play therapy for ages 3-8, utilizing direct teaching and turn-taking while the child learns productive coping skills and ways to self-regulate. She works with parents as a team to help implement change in the child’s environment, including home and school. Morgan believes working with key figures in the child’s life is vital to instilling positive change. She works with children with anxiety, grief, ADHD, autism, anger, and adjustment issues.
Morgan also works with adolescents and young adults entering or already in college. She helps with goal setting, time management, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression, along with finding purpose and direction in life. Morgan recognizes adolescents and young adults' unique challenges as it is their first time being independent. She strives to walk alongside her clients to help them overcome life’s obstacles through a professional partnership and learn more about themselves in a safe, non-judgmental, and caring environment. She recognizes that each client is unique and may require different therapeutic interventions. Morgan uses an eclectic approach, including Person-Centered, Existential, Cognitive Behavioral, and Play Therapy.
What's your favorite part of your job? Morgan feels it a great privilege to learn more about each individual and their unique life story. She enjoys teamwork and helping clients overcome hurdles while being their biggest cheerleader. Morgan delights in seeing clients grow in their self-esteem and self-confidence, knowing they can accomplish difficult things.
If you could tell your clients one thing to make their life easier, what would it be? "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think” - A.A. Milne
Morgan offers a tennis social skills group and walk and talk therapy. She has played tennis since she was 4 years old, played briefly in college until she was injured, and has helped to coach children through adults.
Email: morgan.simpson@thedcwc.com
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate, Texas # 97425
Autumn Baker, MS, NCC, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Lauren Stewart, MRC, LPC-S
Qualifications: Undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma (2011) and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health from East Texas A&M University (2024). She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Lauren Stewart, MRC, LPC-S. Autumn is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC).
Autumn completed her clinical internship at the Mesquite Independent School District’s CARE Clinic. Here, she supported children, teens, and parents. Autumn worked with adolescents, building self-esteem, self-awareness, and developing coping skills. Autumn also worked with children ages 4-8 using non-directive play therapy and contributed to an outreach program that provided direct services to schools. While at the CARE Clinic, she partnered with parents to help ignite change in the family system. Autumn has received additional training in perinatal mental health and trauma. Her clinical experience includes treating anxiety, depression, family and relational concerns, ADHD, neurodivergence, trauma, perinatal mood disorders, women’s issues, and parenting challenges. She also provides targeted executive functioning skills training. In 2017, Autumn received her Yoga Teacher Certification (200 hours), which helped her understand the mind and body link. Previously, Autumn worked in the corporate world for 12 years, using her writing and developing skills to build community and processes. Now she finds that these skills serve her well in helping clients develop their own stories. As a parent, she knows the challenges of juggling it all while trying to do the best for your kids.
Who do you work with? Adolescents and adults (ages 8 and up). Autumn has experience working with clients living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodivergence, grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, parenting challenges, burnout, and identity loss. Life changes including transitions to new schools, new family structure, college, and parenthood are all areas Autumn loves to walk alongside her clients.
How do you solve the problems your clients come with? Autumn’s approach to counseling is integrative using person-centered theory and cognitive behavioral theory. Her goal is to create a warm and affirming space each session. Autumn works with clients to help find meaning, build skills, track thought patterns, identify personal strength and resiliency, and ultimately find ways to strengthen daily functioning. Autumn also works with parents to provide parenting skills and support tailored to family needs in addition to support for new mothers. She focuses on strengthening the self and creating a vision for the family to create meaningful change at home. Her hope is that clients at all life stages are empowered with the use of structuring, skills, goals, and narration in sessions.
What's your favorite part of your job? I love seeing the wide range of perspectives and talents clients bring to the world. I am amazed by each one of my clients.
If you could tell your clients one thing to make their life easier, what would it be? Trust your gut! Aiming to please others leaves out an important piece - you.
Email: autumn.baker@thedcwc.com
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, Texas #72937
Rebecca Bishop, MSSW, LPC, ADHD-CCSP
Qualifications: Becca began her academic journey at Indiana University before transferring to Texas Tech University with plans to pursue nursing. However, her passion for human development and family studies led her to shift her focus, ultimately finding her true calling in this field. Becca earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a specialization in Substance Abuse followed by a Master’s in Social Work. Additionally, Becca has completed her Mindfulness Certification Training (MCT) and integrates mindfulness practices into her work, fostering self-compassion, awareness, and emotional resilience. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), Becca is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with empathy, insight, and a deep understanding of their unique experiences.
Becca is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which she frequently applies when working with clients facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other emotional or behavioral challenges. Additionally, she has received training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), both of which inform her therapeutic approach to help clients build resilience and develop healthier coping strategies.
Who do you work with? How do you solve the problems your clients come with? Becca has a diverse background in mental health, with experience working with foster youth, as an inpatient therapist at a women’s drug and alcohol facility, and as a program coordinator focused on eating disorder prevention in schools. Becca’s true calling lies in working directly with teens and young adults, helping them navigate the complexities of this life stage, and she is deeply committed to working with parents, offering guidance on how they can best support their children while maintaining their own well-being.
Becca’s personal experience with her family’s challenges, including dyslexia, ADHD, OCD, and anxiety, fuels her passion for helping individuals and families navigate similar struggles. She provides tailored strategies to support families and works with clients aged 10 and up, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, academic struggles, ADHD, social difficulties, OCD, self-harm, suicidal ideation, addiction, and parent-child conflict.
She is dedicated to creating an inclusive, affirming environment for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Becca’s approach emphasizes empowering clients to build resilience, foster meaningful connections, and ultimately thrive in their personal and familial lives.
What's your favorite part of your job? Becca finds great fulfillment in hearing her clients’ stories and helping them see that they have the power to rewrite or edit those stories. She values the connection she builds with her clients, ensuring that they feel truly heard, seen, and understood in a non-judgmental space.
If you could tell your clients one thing to make their life easier, what would it be?
“We leave room for life to happen.”
Outside of work:
Outside of her professional life, Becca enjoys spending time with her two kids, two dogs, and her ever-supportive husband—while expertly dodging stray LEGOs like an Olympic sport!
Email: beccabishoplpc@gmail.com
Office Manager
Mary Kimball
Email: mary.kimball@thedcwc.com