Adored Mothers Perinatal Therapy Center, PLLC
Where women and children are empowered to AMPlify their life.
Angela Pidala, MSW, LCSW-S, PMH-C, RPT™
"Perhaps there is more understanding and beauty in life when the glaring sunlight is softened by shadows." - Virginia Axline
Photo by Angela Pidala
AMP Therapy Center Team
Welcome!! We are SO glad you are here. Take a pause, slow down for one second, breathe in deeply through your nose and out through your mouth...Did you do it? Okay, now... recognize and give yourself credit for making it this far. You are strong. You are courageous. You are brave. It is beyond difficult for us as women to ask for help sometimes, and even more to accept help. We love to spend all our time and energy taking care of everyone else, and forget about ourselves sometimes. If this sounds like you so far, you're in the right place! Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, looking for a trusted referral resource, or exploring professional growth opportunities, we're glad you're here.
Angela Stavinoha, MSW, LCSW-S, PMH-C, RPT™
Master Degree in Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor
Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional
Registered Play Therapist™
Barkley
🐾 Non-Licensed Comfort Consultant & Morale Manager
Responsibilities include sleeping through telehealth sessions, boosting therapist morale, and providing snuggles as needed
Angela is the Owner and Lead Clinician at AMP Therapy Center. She's a Licensed Clinical Social Work Supervisor through the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners (License #67897), a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional through Postpartum Support International (Certification #PSI8515), and a Registered Play Therapist™ through the Association of Play Therapy (Registration #T6126). She earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and Minor in Business Administration with a Certificate of Professional Event Management from Texas A&M University. She also received a Master of Social Work from the University of Houston. Angela has specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Sand Tray Therapy, and Play Therapy. As a Registered Play Therapist™ and Perinatal Therapist, Angela specializes in working with women and children!
Outside the office Angela loves spending quality time with family, going on walks with her puppy (well, he's actually 13 years old!), cooking new recipes, and traveling with her husband!
"I have such a passion for helping women and children process their thoughts and feelings during life’s various challenges. My goal is to work collaboratively with you, and provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It is such an honor for me to be invited into your private experiences and have the opportunity to be able to guide you towards healing and living a meaningful life you deserve. I hope you will take this next step and allow me to join you or your child on a journey towards healing."
Emerald
💜 Non-Clinical Virtual AI Administrative Assistant
Primary roles include AMP Therapy Center Networking Relationship Assistant & Marketing Content Creator
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Clinician's Under Supervision
Brenn Epperson, LMSW
Master Degree in Social Work
Licensed Master Social Worker
under the supervision of Angela Stavinoha, MSW, LCSW-S, PMH-C, RPT™
Professional Memberships:
Brenn holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in child development and family studies, as well as a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) through the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (License #110832). She is currently under the supervision of Angela Stavinoha, MSW, LCSW-S, PMH-C, RPT™ .
She brings a strong foundation in early childhood intervention, with experience in both educational and child care settings. Brenn is known for her warm, nonjudgmental approach and believes that empathy and respect are essential to building a strong therapeutic relationship. Her calm and easy-to-talk-to demeanor helps children and adolescents feel comfortable and supported from the very first session.
Brenn has experience in play therapy, crisis intervention, and supporting youth facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, and self-harming behaviors. She is passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces where young people can feel seen, heard, and empowered to express their true selves.
Whether it’s your first time in therapy or you’ve been on this journey before, Brenn is ready to meet you where you are—with compassion, understanding, and a commitment to helping you grow. She sees clients at Joyful Hearts Play Therapy & Counseling Center in The Woodlands, Texas.
The AMP Therapy Center Team Supports Women, Mothers, Children, Families , and Professionals
AMP Therapy Center was founded with a vision of creating support for women, mothers, children, families, and professionals during life's most important transitions. What began as a passion for perinatal mental health and play therapy continues to grow through Specialized Clinical Care, Community Collaboration, and Professional Growth & Development opportunities. Together, the AMP Therapy Center team helps expand access to specialized support throughout the state of Texas, and locally in The Greater Houston Area, The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, and North Houston.
Join Our Team
One of AMP Therapy Center's core values is Growth. As we continue to grow, it's only natural to invest in growing our team as well. We're always excited to connect with professionals who share our passion for supporting women, mothers, children, and families, and who share our commitment to Specialized Clinical Care, Community Collaboration, and Professional Growth & Development.
Whether you're a mental health professional, community partner, or provider interested in future opportunities, we'd love to learn more about you. If you're interested in future employment, referral partnerships, training opportunities, or professional collaboration, we invite you to reach out and introduce yourself. Together, we can strengthen access to specialized support throughout Texas and The Greater Houston Area.