About Our Office
Lamb Behavioral Health Center, LLC opened in 2013 to provide behavioral health services to children and families in the Brazos Valley. Dr. Gordon D. Lamb, licensed psychologist, oversees all clinical services.
Clinical Director
About Dr. Gordon D. Lamb, Ph.D.
Training and Experience
Dr. Lamb received his Ph.D. in School/Clinical Child Psychology from Texas A&M University (TAMU). Dr. Lamb’s prior experiences give him a unique perspective with his patients. He started as direct care staff in a group home for teenagers with autism and then a child psychiatric hospital. He later worked as a case manager securing services for individuals with disabilities, including advocating for students with disabilities in the schools. After completing his Ph.D., he worked for two years as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) and then as an assistant professor at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), teaching courses in therapy and assessment. After leaving the university to practice full time, he has continued to supervise practicum students from SHSU and TAMU. He has also supervised many recent graduates as they pursue licensure as a psychologist.
Therapeutic Approach
In terms of therapy, Dr. Lamb primarily utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, while drawing from more modern advances such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). With roots in child therapy, he also enjoys working with children and parents utilizing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Personal
Dr. Lamb enjoys spending time with his wife and five children. He is active in his church congregation and volunteers as time permits. For hobbies, he enjoys basketball, cooking out, and other outdoor activities. For entertainment, he enjoys escaping reality in the realms of fantasy fiction, science fiction, and anime.
Credentials: Licensed Psychologist, #35146, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, #34246
Gordon D. Lamb, PhD is a Licensed Psychologist with the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (TX License #35146; Expires 09/30/2027). For information on how to verify a license, please go to the following page: https://www.bhec.texas.gov/verify-a-license/index.html. For information on how to file a complaint, please go to the following page: https://www.bhec.texas.gov/discipline-and-complaints/index.html.
Other Therapists
About Dr. Michael Gotowka, Psy.D.
Training and Experience
Dr. Gotowka (guh TUFF kuh) is a Licensed Psychologist. He received his Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the APA-accredited program at Alliant International University-San Francisco Bay (formerly California School of Professional Psychology). He also holds a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Holy Names University. Dr. Gotowka has experience working with a variety of populations including children, families, adults, and couples; as well as many different settings including schools, community counseling centers, juvenile detention centers, and an agency for survivors of domestic violence. He has helped people with a multitude of diagnoses as well. He enjoys supporting families with the IEP process by advocating for students to obtain the services they need.
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Gotowka has specific training to assist couples. He completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level I, and his dissertation investigated how first-time parents manage their relationships.
Personal
Before studying psychology, Dr. Gotowka was a trained chef. He is crazy about his dog Thor, football, video games, and rock music. Although he has lived all over the United States, Dr. Gotowka enjoys his home in Texas!
Credentials: Licensed Psychologist, #39119
Michael Gotowka, PsyD is a Licensed Psychologist with the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (TX License #39119; Expires 01/31/2028). For information on how to verify a license, please go to the following page: https://www.bhec.texas.gov/verify-a-license/index.html. For information on how to file a complaint, please go to the following page: https://www.bhec.texas.gov/discipline-and-complaints/index.html.
About Dr. Krystal Mendez, Ph.D.
Training and Experience
Dr. Mendez is a Licensed Psychologist with Provisional Status who is supervised by Dr. Lamb. She earned her Ed.S. and Ph.D. in School Psychology at the University of Kansas, an APA-accredited institution. Dr. Mendez has experience supporting children, adolescents, and families across diverse educational and clinical settings. She completed her pre-doctoral internship with the High Plains Psychology Internship Consortium in Colorado, where she provided school-based psychological services. Her prior training includes clinical work in public schools, early childhood centers, and interdisciplinary settings. She gained specialized experience assessing and supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder through her clinical work at the University of Kansas Medical Center’s LEND program.
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Mendez focuses on therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness. She also brings experience in assessment, family consultation, and school advocacy.
Personal
Dr. Mendez enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. Her hobbies include running, knitting, and crocheting.
Office Staff
Miriam Lamb, Office Manager
Receptionists (not pictured): Wendy Dobbs, Cathy Martinez