Kela Collins

Biography

Markela Collins, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker | Mental Health First Responder I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker and Mental Health First Responder committed to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington, specializing in Mental Health and Substance Misuse, along with an Administrative Leadership certificate. My professional experience spans over seven years, providing trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, intensive outpatient group services, and skill-building support to children, adolescents, and families facing emotional and behavioral challenges. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. I believe in creating a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, strengthen coping skills, and build meaningful change. Before becoming a clinician, my early involvement with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the community action team for a local radio station deepened my passion for social justice and advocacy—values that continue to guide my work today. Currently, I serve as a board member of TruePer, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline through mentoring, coaching, and creative therapeutic arts. My mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives through mental health awareness, recovery, and resilience.

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