Addiction Treatment Center | Access Counseling Group

Welcome to Access Counseling Group in Frisco, Texas

Access Counseling Group CEO Irene Little

Welcome to Access! Thank you for dropping in to learn more about us. We are a small addiction treatment and mental health treatment team in Frisco, Texas, dedicated to helping our patients and their families unlock paths to growth and recovery.

We are proud to say that we have been serving families in North DFW since 2007 and have grown into one of the most respected facilities in Texas. As CEO and Clinical Director, I LOVE what I do! I get the privelege to help families heal from the devastating effects of mental health and substance use disorders; and the opportunity to work with the BEST team, who love and appreciate each other and their role in helping the people we serve.

We recognize that seeking counseling or addiction rehabilitation services can be a vulnerable and courageous step. Rest assured that our team is committed to providing compassionate care in a non-judgmental space and accompanying you every step of the way. We are thrilled to have you as part of our online community. Follow us on social media to stay engaged and join the conversation. We value your feedback and suggestions, so please don't hesitate to reach out with comments or suggestions. We look forward to partnering with you on your transformative journey!

Dr. Irene Little, PsyD
CEO of Access Counseling Group. PsyD, MS, MA, LMFT-S, LCDC, ICADC, ADC III, MAC, CCC-SLP

Dr. Irene Little Education, Licenses, Certifications

PsyD Counseling Psychology
MA Marriage and Family Therapy
MS Communication Disorder
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Licensed Speech Language Pathologist with Certificate of Clinical Competence
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Supervisor
Internationally Certified Alcohol and Dry Counselor
Alcohol and Drug Counselor Level 3 - 23+ Years Experience
Master Addiction Counselor
DWI First Offender and Repeat Offender Education Instructor

Dr. Little is one of the most sought-after clinical speakers in this field, often invited to speak as an expert, teach others, and share her passion for the recovery she sees possible in each individual. Contact us to schedule Irene Little at your next event.

About Us - Our Treatment Team

Dr. Burgos has been in private practice in the Dallas/Ft Worth area for over 25 years and serves as Medical Director for Access Counseling Group. He is board certified in child adolescent and adult psychiatry. He has worked in various in-patient and out-patient settings. He enjoys the challenges of working with dual diagnoses clients, especially in light of new developments in addiction treatment.

1980-1984 Universidad Autonomy de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, MX, M.D. (Senior year in cooperative with OSU at Grant Hospital, Columbus, OH.
1989-1990 Elected Chief Fellow, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program Professional Society memberships.
American Psychiatric Association. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Examinations and Honors. American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology.
May 2004 rectified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Sept. 1993 Board certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (#3187.) April 1992 certified in Psychiatry (#35430.) Federal Licensing Examination. June 1986 Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Examination, February 1984.

“The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain

Access Counseling Group is blessed to work with Rose Ijioma serving as the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Rose offers Access a dedicated psychiatric nurse who has a deep passion for helping individuals that are looking to change their lives for the better. Rose works with the intention of allowing all patients to feel supported in their moments of need. She spends her off time challenging herself to find delectable recipes and adding a personal touch.

“The best way to be happy is to turn a negative into a positive. “Don’t let anyone steal your joy and always be thankful for what you have.” -Winnie the Pooh.

Stephanie’s passion is to bring excellence to her clinical work. To her, that means surpassing ordinary standards to deliver care that is above and beyond for her patients. And we are proud to have her on our treatment team! Her passion for excellent treatment coupled with her work ethic and compassion makes her one of the most complete therapists in North Texas. Stephanie has an incredible passion for helping people recover from substance use disorders and to regain control of their life. Her warm personality and commitment to professionalism are factors that differentiate her as a clinician.

“It is rewarding to advocate for our patients to get them and their families the help they need. Nothing is more rewarding than to see families healed and restored.”

Jeremy is fully versed with most insurance plans out there. He works with the insurance companies to get our patients the treatment they deserve and need. Just like the Access Counseling family, Jeremy is committed to advocate for each and every family served.

Bridget is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor who has been specializing in treating trauma, addiction, mood disorders and other mental health disorders for more than a decade. She excels at providing experiential therapy, group therapy and helping people recover from trauma. She works with both teens and adults and has an incredibly way of making people feel comfortable and trust the process of recovery to find their own serenity.

Chuck has much enthusiasm for helping people change their life. He has long been an advocate for teen recovery and has a major role in helping teens get back on track in school, find social and emotional support that extends beyond the counseling rooms. He is skilled with experiential counseling, group counseling, assessments and more. He has been assisting families in the recovery for more than 13 years.

Originally from Ohio, Lisa has been practicing in the DFW area for the past few years specializing in dual diagnosis and medication assisted treatment for addictions. She has a talent for helping patients who have been resistant to medication compliance. She’s known by many as a dedicated and accomplished nurse practitioner experienced in addiction medicine, mental health, urgent care, family and geriatric care. Lisa is recognized as a compassionate provider and an excellent listener and she possesses strong verbal and written communication, with a meticulous eye for detail. In addition, Lisa is a key contributor and collaborator with multidisciplinary teams to provide exceptional health care. She collaborates with individuals, their treatment provider and family members to ensure the best possible care, leading to improved outcomes and increased quality of life.

“Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.” Mary Ann Ghormley has a Master’s degree and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has over ten years of valuable experience in working with teens and adults. She has worked in the areas of addiction, play therapy and couple’s therapy. Currently, she is working in experiential team-building and leadership training. These are interactive activities that challenge people to discover and gain insight into their behavior.

Meet our furry office guest. Max is our love and support specialist who drops in to spread love and smiles. We are happy to have him on our treatment team.

Welcome to Access Counseling Group in Frisco, Texas

Dr. Irene Little Education, Licenses, Certifications

About Us - Our Treatment Team

Dante R. Burgos, M.D.

Rose Ijioma

Stephanie McGill

Jeremy Little

Bridget Jaecks

Chuck Jaecks

Lisa Beaver

Mary Ann Ghormley

Constance Williams

Max

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