Our Team
Meet our professionals, who are not just experts in their field but also passionate advocates for your mental and emotional well-being. With a diverse group of highly skilled therapists, each member brings their unique expertise and a deep commitment to mental health and well-being. Our team includes specialists in family counseling, couples therapy, marriage therapy, and individual mental health counseling, ensuring a comprehensive approach to your needs.
Travis Hebert
MA, LPC-S, CSAT, EMDR trained
Travis Hebert is a Master’s Level, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor serving those in and around the Dallas area. Born and raised in Southeast Texas, Travis graduated from Lamar University in 2008 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing. He then enrolled at Dallas Theological Seminary where he received a Master’s degree in Christian Education. It was during his time on staff with Young Life in Richardson, working with high school students and their families, when Travis realized his calling toward a career in counseling. He returned to Dallas Theological Seminary where he received his Master’s degree in Counseling in 2013.
Travis’ clinical experience began at Gaston House, a transitional living house for 18-40 year old males recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. There he gained extensive experience working with individuals and families struggling with addiction and codependency, as well as running countless group therapy sessions. While working at Gaston House, he began seeing clients in a private practice setting, until founding Hebert Counseling in 2015. Travis’ professional training includes Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Narrative Trauma Level 1 through the Allender Center, and Accelerated experential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP) level 1 certification.
Travis has been married to his wife, Marci, for over 10 years, and they have three kids. Outside of the counseling office he enjoys outdoor adventures, coaching his kids’ soccer teams, hanging out at his local CrossFit gym, and being involved with his local church community.
Caroline Drinkwater
MA, LPC, EMDR Trained
Caroline’s practice focuses on providing treatment for both individuals and couples with a variety of issues. She has clinical experience with marital and premarital concerns, sex therapy, depression, various anxiety disorders, abuse and trauma, family and relational dynamics, grief, eating disorders, addiction, and more. She has worked as a therapist at Park Cities Presbyterian Church and at Dallas Theological Seminary. She is certified in PREP and Prepare Enrich.
She was born and raised in Dallas and is a Masters Level, Licensed Professional Counselor with a counseling degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. She attended Highland Park High School and The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a degree in Spanish and international business. After graduating from UT in 2011, she worked at a law firm for several years before realizing her purpose is counseling. Since beginning to work with clients in 2018, she has developed a particular interest and passion for sex therapy and couples work.
Joseph Brillon
MA, LPC, CSAT-Candidate, EMDR Trained
Joseph is passionate about working with individuals and couples to help them explore the depths of their unique stories, in order to discover new possibilities for growth and transformation.
Born and raised in Katy, TX, Joseph graduated from Texas A&M with an undergraduate degree in International Studies. After completing his studies at A&M, he spent a few years in East Asia working in overseas ministries, where he realized his passion for working alongside people and engaging with them in their stories. After returning to the States, he graduated with a Master’s Degree in Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary and began his clinical experience at Dallas Life, a homeless recovery center that focused on helping and housing those in need. After his time at Dallas Life, he joined Hebert Counseling where he became fully licensed and professionally trained in EMDR.
His areas of interest include working with people who have experienced trauma, disordered attachment in relationships, religious and church-related abuse, grief and loss. In addition, he has clinical experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, marital conflict, sexuality, and identity. He believes that true healing requires a compassionate and collaborative approach, one that empowers clients to explore their story in a safe, non-judgmental space. In doing so, they can develop new, healthier patterns of thinking, relating to themselves, and connecting with others.
Outside of therapy, Joseph enjoys spending time with his wife and connecting with his friends and church community. His hobbies include writing music, reading, backpacking, cooking, rock climbing, coffee, and playing board games.
Allison Bennett
MA, LPC-Associate
Allison’s clinical experience began at Dallas Life homeless shelter. She has experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, spirituality, sexuality and trauma.
Born and raised in West Texas near Lubbock, Allison graduated from Baylor University in 2011 with a BA as a Communication Specialist and a Studio Art Minor. She then moved to the Dallas area to serve on Young Life staff. For the past ten years, she has worked with middle school and high school aged students and their families while on staff with Young Life. During this time, Allison felt led to develop her knowledge and skills as a counselor to better serve her community. Allison earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary. She enjoys working with all ages, but has a specific desire to see adolescents and their families thrive.
Allison believes that counseling should not be boring and that traditional talk therapy does not always meet the needs of each unique individual. Based on a client’s needs, Allison may incorporate expressive arts or interactive activities to help reach goals and maintain success.
Andrew Fortney
MA, LPC-Associate
Andrew’s clinical experience began at Dallas Life, a homeless recovery center. During his time at Dallas Life, Andrew worked with men and women from ages 18-70. He has experience working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief, anger, addiction, trauma, and issues of spirituality. At Hebert Counseling, Andrew works with adults, adolescents, pre-marital, and marital clients.
Born in Kalamazoo, MI, and raised in Texas, New Mexico, and New York, Andrew is a Master’s Level Licensed Professional Counselor Associate serving the DFW area. He graduated from Wheaton College in 2017 with a BA in Economics and a minor in Christian Education. After graduation, he moved to Dallas and began working in financial services until he realized his passion for counseling. He attended Dallas Theological Seminary and received his Master’s in Counseling in 2022.
Andrew has a passion for creating a space where a person can feel free to be authentic. He believes that the counseling setting should be a place where people are encouraged to examine the stories they’ve come to believe about life and themselves and where they can be empowered to author more helpful, hopeful, and compassionate narratives.
Cori Williams
Team Administrator
Cori Williams joined the Hebert Counseling team in 2019 as our Office Administrator. She handles the scheduling, paperwork, and other office needs for Hebert Counseling. She brings with her an extensive background in graphic design from stationary, to logos and even vehicle wraps. She is one of the friendly voices who will greet you when you call!
Cori was born and raised in Southeast Texas. While in college, she spent several years as a volunteer leader with Young Life working with high school students. Now as a wife and mom, she enjoys spending time serving on their local Young Life committee, riding bikes, or working in her garden. Her favorite weekends are spent with family at the pool, the beach, or the lake.
Lauren McKenzie
Team Administrator
Lauren was born and raised in small town Ohio. She graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2020 with a degree in accounting and marketing. She moved to Dallas in 2021 and married her best friend, Joshua. Since graduation, Lauren has worked as a coffee shop barista, started a candle, business, and nannies for the sweetest family. Lauren enjoys relaxing on her front porch, baking in the kitchen, and spending time with close friends.
