Xaria Hicks

Dallas therapist Xaria Hicks offers meaningful, collaborative support to individuals across the lifespan through an integrative approach that blends inclusive play therapy, expressive techniques (such as mindfulness, art, and sand tray), somatic practices, existential dialogue, and psychoeducation.

Xaria works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity development, wellness, and systemic barriers, providing psychotherapy that feels both nurturing and transformative.

For children, Xaria utilizes a child-centered play therapy approach, where play becomes the natural language for expression. In the safety and creativity of the playroom, toys serve as the “words” through which children process and communicate their experiences. She also facilitates child-parent relationship therapy to strengthen the parent-child bond and reduce relational distress.

Born and raised in Dallas, Xaria is currently completing a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Texas (UNT), with a specialization in play therapy. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Behavior Analysis from UNT.

Grounded in the belief that self-actualization is shaped by one’s basic, psychological, and developmental needs, Xaria is dedicated to a holistic, inclusive approach to mental healthcare. Her practice centers on authenticity, trust, and individualized support that evolves with each client’s needs and stage of life.

Outside of the session space, Xaria enjoys traveling, crafting, gaming, shopping, participating in wellness-based activities, and new culinary experiences.

You can view Xaria's profile on PsychToday.