Therapy Session in Texas

I believe counseling works best as a partnership—one built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to meaningful change. My role is not to “fix” clients, but to walk alongside them as we identify what’s getting in the way and work toward the outcomes that matter most to them. My therapeutic approach is shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I have been married for over twenty years and am a father of twin boys and a stepfather, with firsthand experience balancing the demands of family life, work, and leadership roles. These experiences allow me to meet clients with empathy, realism, and respect for the complexity of life. I work with individuals, couples, and young adults, with particular experience supporting veterans, individuals living with PTSD, and high-stress or high-performing professionals. Many of my clients are accustomed to carrying significant responsibility and pressure, often prioritizing others while neglecting their own well-being. My work is client-focused, integrative, and holistic. I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities—including cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, narrative, and relational approaches—while considering the whole person: emotional health, relationships, values, and life context. Therapy is tailored and collaborative, adjusting as clients grow and their needs evolve. With couples, I support partners in improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening their sense of teamwork. With individuals and young adults, I focus on developing insight, coping skills, emotional resilience, and clarity during periods of stress or transition. At its core, counseling is a collaborative process. Clients bring their experiences and goals; I provide structure, support, and clinical guidance to help create meaningful, sustainable change.

I am a dedicated mental health counselor who earned my master’s degree in counseling from Angelo State University and am currently pursuing my doctorate in Developmental Psychology. I am passionate about supporting teens and adults as they navigate grief, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and emotional overwhelm. My work is guided by empathy, authenticity, and evidence-based practices that help clients feel safe, understood, and supported. I believe therapy should be a place where individuals can freely explore their emotions without judgment. I work collaboratively with my clients, helping them identify their strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and build confidence in their ability to face life’s challenges. With a strong foundation in developmental psychology, I tailor my approach to meet clients where they are, emotionally, cognitively, and relationally, ensuring that each person receives care that truly fits their stage of life and personal needs. My goal is to empower every client to grow, heal, and reconnect with themselves. Together, we work to create meaningful change, foster resilience, and build a path forward that feels hopeful and authentic.

Michelle is the kind of clinician parents trust when everything feels overwhelming. A bilingual UT Austin–trained therapist with 10+ years serving underserved youth, she blends CBT and TF-CBT to help children and teens move through anxiety, trauma, and big emotions with clarity, stability, and confidence.

You don’t have to hold it all together to start therapy. When emotions feel overwhelming, anxiety takes over, or life starts to feel heavier than it should, having a safe place to slow down can make all the difference. I share more about my approach on Instagram at @clarity.counselor.tx. I work with children, teens, and adults (ages 5–35) who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. Many clients come in feeling capable on the outside but exhausted, stuck, or unsure on the inside. Sessions are tailored to meet each client where they are. With younger children, therapy often looks creative and play-based. With teens and adults, sessions become a grounded, reflective space focused on emotional awareness, regulation, and confidence. Caregivers are supported throughout the process as well, with practical guidance offered to help growth continue beyond session. Above all, therapy is meant to feel human, judgment-free, and safe. Big feelings are welcome here. Clarity and connection can grow from exactly where you are.