As a teenager, I struggled academically and socially at school to fit in with my peers. I had a hard time with my studies. Not knowing that I have dyslexia caused me much grief. My mom and dad chalked my bad grades and attitude up to just being a teenager, but it was more than that. I was struggling with anxiety and self doubt. This lead me into abusive relationships and a eating disorder. After I had worked through my issues, I decided I wanted to help people find their purpose in life. I have worked for the past 8 years as a professional counselor for children and adults. The children I work with everyday, are not only at risk of not succeeding in school, but also in danger of a lifetime of struggling with mental health issues. I have worked with children and teenagers in and out of the Juvenile systems as well as alternative schools. I have also worked with people that have struggled with anxiety and confusion over their sexual orientation. They struggle with how or if or when to tell the world and their friends and family about their life style. My job is to help you find yourself, and to speak for yourself in a more positive and productive way. Having worked as a grief counselor for Hospice has also allowed me to understand grief and loss. I would love to help you through your journey. My theory of counseling follows a client center approach and I believe cognitive behavior therapy is the most effective way to meet your needs. If you need an open-minded, understanding counselor, please feel free to contact me to be that person. I look forward to hearing from you. My favorite quote that I live by is "The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." – Mark Twain.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Jealousy, Midlife crisis, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
TX LPC 75620
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The best therapist ever!
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
I dont feel like I am being judged, she listens and asks questions to make think about things.
Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I love how Gina listens to me, and connects my own experiences to similar experiences she has had in her own love. I feel heard, supported, and like I'm achieving growth in my sessions with Gina.
Written on Jul 08, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
As odd as it may sound, it feels like Im talking to a family member or a best friend when speaking with Gina. Shes attentive, polite, and I always leave the session feeling lighter than before and full of love. I got so lucky being assigned to her.
Written on Jul 06, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
I have been able to learn different ways of managing my emotions through the sessions.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I've been really happy working with Gina. She's given me great goals and tools to improve my anxiety and I can tell she cares a lot about her clients. I look forward to talking with her every week.
Written on Jun 18, 2021 after therapy with Gina for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching