Integrated Counselors: Bringing mental health to the physical world
Published April 30, 2026Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health has integrated counselors within Choctaw Nation clinics to support patients in caring for their mental health just as they would their physical health. These counselors are available not only during moments of distress or difficult news, but also for everyday concerns, encouraging patients to seek support early and to view behavioral health as a routine part of overall wellness.
Licensed and trained to provide practical, solution-focused care, this team works alongside medical providers to deliver truly whole-person care. By being part of the primary care setting, integrated services help reduce stigma and normalize behavioral health support as a standard component of healthcare.
Integrated care goes beyond immediate concerns by supporting prevention, improving health behaviors, and enhancing medical outcomes. Follow-up appointments can be scheduled after the initial visit, allowing counselors and medical providers to collaborate on a coordinated care plan that supports both the patient’s physical and emotional well-being.
Integrated Counselors
Meet the integrated counselor team to learn more about who to expect at each participating location.
Daniel West, M.S., LPC-S
Idabel
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with 11 years of experience in counseling and six months of service with the Choctaw Nation. He values the integrated behavioral health model because it allows providers to combine care for a patient’s physical and mental health needs into fewer visits, creating a more efficient system of care. Daniel also believes integrated care increases access to mental health services for patients who may not otherwise pursue them, helping ensure individuals receive the support they need in a more accessible and coordinated setting.
Deborah Dailey, MA, NCC, LPC
Broken Bow
Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor who has been licensed for 13 years. She has served as a therapist with the Choctaw Nation for five years and previously worked 15 years in another department within the organization. Deborah believes one of the most valuable aspects of integrated therapy is the ability to provide brief, solution-focused support during medical visits. By participating in the patient’s appointment, she helps reinforce the support of the medical provider, ensures patients feel heard, and offers immediate strategies while also building rapport for future care and connecting individuals with needed resources.
Sarah Green, LSWA, MSW (under supervision)
McAlester
Licensed Social Worker Associate working under supervision who has served as a therapist for one year and has been with the Choctaw Nation for eight years. She values integrated care because it allows providers to assist individuals early, before mental health concerns become overwhelming. Sarah believes the collaborative nature of integrated care creates a well-rounded medical experience, where behavioral health professionals work together as a team to support patients alongside their doctors.
Patricia Womack, MS, LPC
Talihina
Earned her master’s degree in 2016, began practicing in 2017, and became fully licensed in 2019. She joined the Choctaw Nation in February 2024. Patricia is drawn to integrated care because it supports a whole-person approach to health. She is passionate about the connection between medical and behavioral health and the positive impact addressing both can have on patient outcomes. Patricia takes pride in supporting individuals during difficult moments, including crisis situations or their first experience with behavioral health services, while creating a supportive and respectful environment where patients feel comfortable engaging in care.
Meagan M. Glinski, LPC-Candidate
Talihina
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate who joined the Choctaw Nation in February 2024. She believes integrated behavioral health is highly beneficial because it allows patients to receive timely, coordinated care within a single setting. By embedding behavioral health services within medical visits, patients can access immediate support and avoid delays that often occur with outside referrals. Meagan also values the collaborative approach between behavioral health and medical providers, which strengthens communication, reduces barriers such as stigma, and allows for more effective, patient-centered treatment plans that improve outcomes and continuity of care.
Elizabeth Wooley, LCSW
Durant
Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing therapy for approximately five years and will mark one year with the Choctaw Nation on April 21. She believes integrated care is highly beneficial because it treats the whole person by addressing both mental and physical health together rather than as separate concerns. Elizabeth values how this approach helps identify and manage issues earlier, reduces gaps in care, and makes it easier for patients to engage in treatment when their needs are addressed in one setting. She sees integrated care as a more compassionate, coordinated, and effective way to support patient wellbeing.
Courtney L. Akins, MS, LPC
Poteau
Licensed Professional Counselor who has been fully licensed since 2014 and has served with the Choctaw Nation for five years, all within the integrated care model. She believes integrated behavioral health helps reduce stigma because many patients are more comfortable speaking with a therapist during a primary care visit. Courtney also notes that integrated care helps patients better understand the connection between their mental and physical health. In addition to supporting patients, she works closely with providers by addressing behavioral health concerns during visits, allowing medical providers to remain on schedule while ensuring patients receive comprehensive care.