Dalanna Burris is the Behavioral Addictions Specialist at The Menninger Clinic in Houston, Texas, where she specializes in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders and problematic behaviors. Her clinical focus includes problematic sexual behavior, gambling disorder, excessive internet, gaming, and technology use, compulsive shopping and buying, hoarding disorder, and disordered eating. In addition to her work at Menninger, Dalanna is the owner of Journey Forward Therapy, a private practice in Houston dedicated to the treatment of complex trauma in both adult and adolescent clients. She has worked in the fields of addiction, recovery, and mental health treatment for more than 20 years.

Dalanna is currently completing a PhD in Clinical Sexology, with additional doctoral study in behavioral and substance addictions. She holds a Master of Science in Addiction Counseling, a Master of Science in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and holds multiple advanced professional certifications, including Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), International Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Provider (CCATP).

Dalanna serves as the President of the Houston Chapter of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP) and holds the Legislative Chair position on the TAAP State Board of Directors, where she advocates for policy reform and improved access to quality addiction and mental health services across Texas. She is also a member of NAADAC, the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP), and the American Psychological Association (APA), and is a regular contributor and guest across The Menninger Clinic’s blog, podcast, YouTube channel, and social media platforms. Dalanna’s commitment to the field of addiction and recovery is deeply personal and rooted in her family’s history of addiction and mental health challenges. This lived experience continues to inform her clinical work, leadership, and advocacy, driving her dedication to advancing effective treatment, ethical practice, and compassionate policy reform for individuals and families impacted by addiction.