Welcome! I appreciate you for taking actions for your well-being by reaching out to me to work on the challenges that you might have faced as a human. It takes courage and strength to do that. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in TX and WY. I hold certifications as a mediator for conflict resolution, family reconciliation and divorce & custody mediation. I am a certified premarital counselor and parenting counselor. I completed a Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine. I hold certifications of Assisting Individuals in Crisis and Group Crisis Intervention. Therapy is a unique, very personalized, and professional service. We can discuss anything that is important to you under a non-judgmental environment. I create a safe and comfortable space for my clients who can be who he/she is. I love what I am doing as a therapist. You hear, "Find a job you love, you never work a day," That's me. I feel honored and have high respect for my clients who are open, vulnerable and willing to take steps what it takes to achieve goals, which leads to growth and enlightenment. I see beauty in everything and believe in strengths in clients. I want you to know that no matter what happened in the past or what is going on in your life, you have every right to be happy and you are going to find it. My approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-based and Spiritual. My view of therapy is finding “Truth, "about life, human nature, relationship, human condition, generational cycle, upbringing,...etc., which will help you understand them deeply, gain insight, and ultimately "set you free" from anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and/or stress, overall free from human suffering. Furthermore, therapy is nurturing “inner world,” recognizing you are not just “Thoughts,” “Emotions,” “Body,” but much more beyond, above, infinite, timeless, formless, and eternal “Being” with “Soul” and “Spirit” which is the essence of who you are, “Perfect,” “Complete,” “Whole,” “Original,” and “Enough." Therapy is the journey to realize the essence of who you are as a human being not as a human doing, practice being in the present moment to live not at the mercy of external world, eventually living with inner joy, freedom, integrity, and peace.

It is my purpose to help to uplift and contribute to the healing of others. Together we will explore methods that are proven to be effective in managing difficult feelings and situations while promoting reflection to accomplish personal evolution. You don't have to face these struggles on your own. I also provides psychotherapy services to men and women who are wanting to find balance, reconnect with intimacy, live out their purpose and passion, and know the value of their voice. We all can learn to embrace the many seasons of life. My approach is grounded in person centered principles and is driven by establishing a non-judgmental empathetic connection with clients. I specialize in offering collaborative based techniques that can help re-establish your mind-body connection. My personal beliefs align with affirming the LGBTQIA+ community & individuals from all ethic backgrounds. As life happens, you do not have to struggle on your own. I am here to provide support and validation for your experience. Please feel free to contact me to see if we are a good fit.

When we want to change, developing emotional awareness helps the healing process. I have held space with my clients to discover this for 18 years using a variety of techniques from Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Sometimes who we need is a collaborator and coach and at other times someone to validate our experience and I will be this for you. I believe the quality of our working relationship is essential to the quality of your outcomes and we will make sure to incorporate this feedback. Ultimately I would like you to say everything. Many of the people I have worked with over the years have had experiences with substance use or feeling marginalized by how they identify. Together we will develop strategies towards resilience and steps toward change.

I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 16 years experience. I have worked with clients with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have also helped people who have experienced physical, sexual and emotional abuse. My therapy style is comforting, supportive and compassionate. My approach is client-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy. I will provide you with a treatment plan that will meet your specific needs. It takes courage to seek assistance for one's needs. I am here to encourage, support and empower you. I look forward to working with you.

I became interested in counseling through my own recovery from addiction. Thirty -four years ago, with seven years in my own recovery, I became a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I worked in the office of a psychiatrist as a counselor for his patients with addictions. I soon realized that in many cases the addiction and abuse of substances was a symptom of other mental and psychological problems. So in 2000 I went back to school for a Masters in Clinical Psychology. I have worked in physician's offices, non profit agencies, day treatment programs, and with the courts in Harris County in diversion programs with offenders. I am experienced in many approaches, cognitive-behavioral, psycho-dynamic, solution focused and trauma recovery. I view my clients as experts about their problem based struggles and simply offer my experience and knowledge in working to find a path to recovery together. I am accepting of different life-style choices and a liberal thinker. If you are ready to begin your journey, I would be honored to accompany you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Social Worker in the State of Texas with 25 years of experience ranging from early childhood treatment to the elderly. My approach in therapy is of a Person-Centered, Solution-Focused nature and I have assisted clients with a wide range of concerns including significant life changes, parenting, foster care and adoption, divorce or separation, grief and loss, childhood or adult traumas, family issues, domestic abuse, relationship issues, early childhood intervention and medical needs, compassion fatigue, career, and individual spiritual walk. I focus on assisting the client with addressing emotional struggles and in how to face life events in a way that is safe, healthy and positive for them individually and not in comparison to others as each of our lives are unique and at times complicated. Working with a client to see that their life and situation may be unique BUT that they are definitely NOT ALONE and that there is both Hope and Help, is what drives me to continue with my passion to counsel those seeking support as they take their journey in this life. I want each client to feel that they are being heard and valued as they walk through situations with me and get help finding solutions to their need at hand. Oftentimes, a client simply needs to have a sounding board to help them line out their emotions and a course of action but then at other times they simply need professional support in learning about options for tools to use and approaches they can take as they work to address an issue at hand. The combination of my training in social work along with professional counseling, lends well to me working with a client needing both a person-centered but also a solution-focused approach to assist with positive and supportive change.

As a licensed therapist in Texas, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients work through depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing issues like domestic violence, mood dysregulation, and interpersonal dynamics. My therapeutic style prioritizes creating a safe, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to empower individuals to understand themselves more deeply and build resilient coping mechanisms. I am particularly committed to serving diverse communities and providing culturally sensitive support. My goal is to walk alongside clients as they navigate their unique journeys, offering genuine understanding and professional guidance tailored to their individual needs and strengths.

I am licensed in Texas with 7 years of professional work experience. Prior to receiving my license Professional Counselor license I had 7years of experience as a social worker for the Ohio Youth Commission and 29 years of experience as Juvenile Probation Officer were I provided individual and family counseling as well as supervision. So you see my entire professional life has been helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Texas with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Texas with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, anger management, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

My name is Alejandra Mercado, I have a master’s degree in social work from the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley, with a specialized concentration in cultural competence, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Supervisor designation in the state of Texas (Lic#63182). I have 9 years of professional experience providing psychological assessments and psychotherapy to Veterans, adults, children, adolescents and families. I provide services in Spanish and English, and work with a variety of cross-cultural issues, mental health diagnoses, severe emotional disturbances, trauma, psychosomatic illness, chronic illness, and more. I am highly trained in the utilization of multiple treatment approaches and specialize in Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma informed care, and crisis intervention. I am a dynamic individual with a strong passion for promoting the application of effective and evidence-based approaches to care. Thus, working with me will involve making purposeful changes not only in yourself, but also in your environment to find meaning and purpose to life.

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma, abuse, anger management, & despression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Trained in intergenerational family therapy with a specialization in substance use disorders. Developed a smoking cessation program and done extensive work with disabilities and the elderly. Use of spirituality issues to assist people in understanding.