Meet Our Team

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Amber Adams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and the Owner of Brighter Day Counseling Services. She provides compassionate, evidence-based counseling for children, adolescents, and adults throughout Amarillo, Pampa, and the Texas Panhandle.

Amber specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, and life transitions. She is passionate about creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore challenges, build resilience, and develop meaningful coping skills.

Her therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based interventions. Amber believes therapy should be collaborative, empowering, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.

A significant focus of Amber's work is women's mental health. She enjoys supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, infertility challenges, pregnancy loss, perimenopause, menopause, burnout, and major life transitions. She also works with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, and the effects of stress and trauma.

As the founder of Brighter Day Counseling Services, Amber is committed to providing accessible, high-quality mental health care to individuals and families across the Texas Panhandle. Her goal is to help clients gain greater self-understanding, confidence, and emotional wellness while creating lasting positive change.

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, OCD & ERP, Grief, Women's Mental Health, Child & Adolescent Counseling, Life Transitions

Ages Served: Children, Adolescents, and Adults

Services Available: In-Person Counseling in Amarillo and Pampa, Texas, and Telehealth Throughout Texas

Whitney Browning is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-Associate) who provides compassionate, client-centered counseling for adults and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

Whitney believes therapy should be a collaborative and supportive process where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change. She works alongside clients to identify emotional patterns, manage stress, strengthen coping skills, and develop greater self-awareness.

Whitney has a special interest in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, stress, and major life changes. She also enjoys working with couples who want to improve communication, strengthen connection, resolve conflict, and build healthier relationships.

Her counseling approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and respect for each client's unique experiences. Whitney strives to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can gain insight, foster emotional growth, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Concerns, Couples Counseling, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem

Ages Served: Adults

Services Available: In-Person Counseling and Telehealth Services Throughout Texas

Whitney practices under the supervision of Natalie Henning, LPC-S.

Jynna Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-Associate) who provides compassionate, developmentally informed counseling for children, adolescents, young adults, and families.

Jynna is passionate about helping young people navigate anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, self-esteem concerns, stress, and life transitions. She believes each client has unique strengths and experiences and works to create a supportive environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and capable of growth.

Her approach focuses on helping children, teens, and young adults better understand their emotions, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and develop practical tools they can use in everyday life. Jynna strives to make therapy a safe and encouraging space where clients can learn, grow, and thrive.

In addition to working with youth, Jynna enjoys supporting parents and caregivers through parenting education, communication strategies, and guidance for managing behavioral concerns and family stressors. She values collaboration with families and recognizes the important role caregivers play in a child's emotional well-being and development.

Jynna approaches counseling with empathy, patience, and authenticity. Her goal is to help clients and families feel more confident, connected, and equipped to navigate life's challenges.

Specialties: Anxiety, ADHD, Emotional Regulation, Self-Esteem, Parenting Support, Behavioral Concerns, Stress Management, Life Transitions

Ages Served: Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, and Families

Services Available: In-Person Counseling and Telehealth Services Throughout Texas

Jynna practices under the supervision of Sharyn Delgado, LPC-S.

Kayla Marano is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-Associate) who provides compassionate, client-centered counseling for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing life transitions, relationship challenges, family conflict, and emotional stress.

Kayla is passionate about helping clients navigate change, uncertainty, and difficult life circumstances. She enjoys working with individuals who are adjusting to new roles, managing relationship concerns, or facing ongoing interpersonal conflict. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward with confidence.

Kayla works collaboratively with clients to explore emotional patterns, improve communication skills, strengthen coping strategies, and build greater self-awareness. She believes therapy should be tailored to each individual's unique experiences and needs, meeting clients where they are while helping them work toward meaningful growth and positive change.

In addition to her work with young adults and adults, Kayla enjoys supporting children who may be experiencing family conflict, emotional challenges, adjustment difficulties, or stress related to life changes. She strives to provide a safe, encouraging space where clients of all ages can develop resilience and emotional well-being.

Kayla approaches counseling with empathy, patience, and authenticity. Her focus is on helping clients feel validated, gain insight, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and balance.

Specialties: Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Family Conflict, Communication Skills, Emotional Stress, Adjustment Challenges, Self-Esteem, Personal Growth

Ages Served: Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, and Adults

Services Available: In-Person Counseling and Telehealth Services Throughout Texas

Kayla practices under the supervision of Sharyn Delgado, LPC-S.

Brighter Day Counseling Services is proud to support the next generation of mental health professionals through our counseling internship program. Counseling interns provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling services while receiving ongoing supervision and guidance from experienced licensed clinicians.

Our interns are graduate-level counseling students who have completed significant coursework and clinical training as part of their professional education. Interns work closely with licensed supervisors to ensure clients receive quality care in a supportive and professional environment.

Counseling with an intern can be an excellent option for individuals seeking affordable mental health services while still receiving compassionate, effective care.

• Anxiety and stress management
• Depression support
• Self-esteem and confidence building
• Life transitions and adjustment concerns
• Relationship challenges
• Grief and loss
• Emotional regulation skills
• Personal growth and wellness

• Reduced-fee counseling services
• Compassionate and supportive care
• Evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Regular supervision by licensed professionals
• Flexible and accessible mental health support

Counseling interns may work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families depending on their training, experience, and areas of focus.

Intern availability may vary throughout the year. Please contact our office to learn more about current openings, areas of specialization, and reduced-fee counseling options.

Reduced-Fee Counseling Available

For information about current intern rates and appointment availability, please call or text (806) 318-9228 or submit an appointment inquiry through our website.