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About me
Hi, I’m Trista O’Quinn — a human who happens to be a therapist. I work with adults and couples across Texas who are navigating trauma, chronic pain, fertility challenges, and the emotional complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. I also support those healing from relationship struggles and life transitions that feel overwhelming or unsteady.
My approach to therapy is warm, relational, and collaborative. I see my role as walking alongside you — not to fix or diagnose you, but to help you feel supported, grounded, and empowered to heal at your own pace. I draw from EMDR, somatic practices, parts work (IFS), and systemic therapy to help you make sense of your experiences, reconnect with your story, and move toward the life you want. I believe that healing happens in relationship, and that therapy should feel like a space where you are truly seen, heard, and honored.
While I bring professional training and tools to the therapy room, I also bring lived experience. I live with chronic pain and have walked through my own fertility journey — and I know how isolating and confusing those struggles can be. That personal understanding shapes how I show up with my clients: with tenderness, humility, and the deep belief that none of us are meant to go through this alone.
Outside of therapy, I’m a lifelong learner who still gets excited about new books, trainings, and fresh perspectives. I’m married to my wonderful husband Wesley (who’s also a therapist), and we share our home with two lovable pups, Caroline and Luna. I’m happiest when I’m reading a good fantasy novel, playing tennis, or doing my best to keep my plants alive.
At the heart of my work is the belief that people deserve to be cared for — not just when things fall apart, but in the quiet, in-between spaces too. Whether you’re grieving, growing, adjusting, or just trying to make it through the day, I’m here to walk with you, at your pace, as part of your healing village.
Testimonials
“Trista is literally the best. I was so unsure about starting therapy and Trista made everything so comfortable that I was actually able to open up.”
“I just really appreciate how Trista always seems ready to help me with any of my issues as if I’m the only person she’s helped all day. So appreciate and value her thoughts and expertise! A very valued calming presence but still makes sure to dig deep and not stay surface level.”
“I'm having a great experience with therapy. I recommend Trista all the time to anyone who is interested in starting therapy.”
Training and Specialty
Perinatal & Postpartum Care
Experiencing miscarriage myself, I know how not easy creating a family can be. I am certified through Postpartum Support International as a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist. Additionally, I have received EMDR training for the treatment of birth and pregnancy related trauma from Touchstone Institute. Research is showing that its not about if you struggle with postpartum, it is about when you will. Its a good idea to establish care while pregnant so that a plan of action can be created in preparation for the hormonal rollercoaster we call the fourth trimester.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is a therapy technique used for the treatment of trauma. EMDR allows for the client to change their cognition and emotional response to distressing memories. I have invested in advance EMDR training for the treatment of complex disorders (C-PTSD, dissociative disorders, personality disorders), OCD and phobias, infertility, and pregnancy/postpartum mental health.
Medical Professionals
I have various experiences working with medical professionals. Much of my experience comes from working as an employee assistance program therapist for University Medical Center (UMC). In this position, I not only worked with hospital staff and first responders, I also worked with their families. Additionally, I have had some exposure to treating addiction in this population as well.
Gottman Level I & II
The Gottman method is a widely validated technique for couples therapy. This approach can be utilized to support couples in building conflict management skills and increasing intimacy. This approach can be beneficial regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or length of relationship.
Chronic Pain
Living with interstitial cystitis gives me unique insight as a therapist into chronic pain. This lived experience deepens my empathy and guides my use of EMDR and somatic practices to help clients process pain and reconnect with their bodies. I strive to foster resilience, self-compassion, and meaningful change while honoring the mind-body connection.
Addiction
I gained most of my experience from working at an inpatient treatment facility for addiction. Additionally, addiction was one of my concentrations as an undergraduate student. I operate from the disease model. Addiction is a family disease and I have seen recovery be most successful working with the family to help fight the addiction.
Request an Appointment With Trista
Monday 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday by request only.
In network with Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar Health, Quest Behavioral Health, and Carelon Behavioral Health