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Life can be so overwhelming. You’re feeling tired, stressed, and overall defeated from the pressures of your day-to-day life. You’re trying to navigate a post-pandemic world, which has only complicated life more. You’re looking for ways to cope with the struggle of dealing with all these emotions. You’ve reached out to friends, and you’ve tried the tips for self-care and improving mental health that are constantly floating around the Internet. It feels like the world is against you, and you’re unsure of what to do next. All these emotions can make it hard to see one simple truth - you don’t have to face these struggles alone. You’re making progress already just by being here and reading this!

You are not alone. You are worthy and capable of living a fulfilling life. You are strong for seeking help.

Hi, I’m Grace Morgan, LPC-Associate, supervised by Tia Jennings, LPC-S. You’re probably wondering by now what makes me the right therapist for you. I believe that everyone has their own life story. I believe that as you write your story through your unique experiences, you develop certain patterns of thinking and behaving, whether these patterns are positive or negative. I want to learn and work through these patterns with you by providing a safe and peaceful space for you to tell me your story. I want to talk through the issues you are facing with you. I want to work with you on finding ways to cope with these issues and ways to create a fulfilling life for yourself.

As someone who has struggled with my own mental health in the past, developed skills to cope with this struggle, and sought professional help myself, I want to support others in overcoming their own obstacles. This is why I became a therapist. My journey has empowered me to be my best self, and I want to empower you in the same way. I deeply value authenticity and transparency in the therapeutic relationship. I will show up as my true (but professional) self during our time together, and I ask my clients to do the same. I want to develop a genuine connection with you, in order to utilize our time together to the fullest. I understand that showing up as your genuine self when beginning therapy can be difficult, and I will never expect perfection. I’ll show up authentically for you, and I only ask that you make an effort to do the same.

I have worked with young adults, adolescents, and children on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, adjustment issues, and self-esteem issues. I draw techniques from a few different approaches when working with clients, including Person- Centered Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. I occasionally pull techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, as well. Everyone is unique, and I use these different approaches in order to form a unique treatment plan that fits your needs and to meet you where you are in your life. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming. All are welcome here.

YOU are the author of your story. YOU are in control. YOU are capable of writing a story that you are proud of. I am here to guide you through this chapter of your story, but I firmly believe you are the expert of your life. I’m glad you are here, and I admire the strength I know it took for you to come here. I look forward to meeting you!

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Life. Is. HARD. I personally feel like that isn’t talked about enough. I think we all get so wrapped up in comparing what we are going through to others that we minimize our own hardships and convince ourselves that we should not be struggling, or we feel guilty for struggling. I know it can be a scary or nerve-wracking experience choosing a therapist because you start to think, “What if they judge me?”, “What if they think I’m being ridiculous?”, “What if I’m beyond help?” etc. etc. I think all of those questions are part of the experience when choosing someone that you are going to potentially open up and be vulnerable with. I want my clients to have a safe space to vent and just lay whatever they are going through out on the table. I want to create that space for you; you don’t have to go through this alone.

Give yourself permission to vent and accept support on what you are going through! You need someone who will listen and not minimize your situation or your feelings.

Asking for help does not mean that you are not capable of handling things on your own. But, sometimes it’s just easier to have a sounding board and someone to offer support. That is where I come in (hopefully).

My name is Rubina Pina and yes, my last name actually does mean Pineapple!

I am an LPC-Associate, supervised by Tia Jennings, LPC-S. I have spent the last five years working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, anger or impulse control, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and legal issues. Something I have learned is that it does not matter your background, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, education, or gender; mental health struggles do not discriminate and nobody is immune. That is why I think it is so important to learn how to manage any symptoms or uncomfortable feelings you may be having and implement coping strategies to continue to live a healthier lifestyle.

I want to create that nonjudgmental space for you.

I first knew I wanted to be a counselor when I was 17 years old and was personally impacted by a loss due to suicide; although, at that time, I wanted to be a grief counselor. This had a great impact on my life and I wished more than anything that I had the experience and tools to recognize the signs. That is when I decided I wanted to go into the counseling field and help others however I could. I want to be the person that can make a difference in someone’s life, to offer hope and support.

We are a product of not only what we have learned from the people and experiences around us, but also how we interpret those encounters. Changing behavior means changing thinking patterns, which is the root of many of our issues. Something I learned from my own personal experiences with this is that…

Growth. Can. Be. UNCOMFORTABLE.

It is so much easier to stay in the bubble of familiarity that we know but I want to (metaphorically, of course) hold your hand and support you through those feelings. I am sure that you are overwhelmed by the countless options of counselors you can choose; my advice is to choose someone that you feel the most comfortable and like you could build a therapeutic relationship with.

That is why I encourage you to use the (free) 15-minute consultation because making sure you find the counselor that is the best fit for YOU is one of the most important parts of the counseling process.

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There’s a saying that goes a little something like this: “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending”. You hold the power. You have the key. You are the captain of your own destiny.

Working with me, you will not be treated as “just another client” but as a therapeutic ally. Together, we will work using several approaches that allow you to address the reasons that are causing your difficulties and build meaningful personal and social connections.

My job is not to fix, take away, or solve any problems; I am here to help you heal and facilitate your way through the many varying emotions and experiences of suffering. By working with me, you’ll be given the opportunity to be in your thoughts. You will get a chance to hear them, gather them, understand them, and find answers to them. I will be there every step of your journey to help you find your purpose and to find the road that was especially prepared for you!

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You’re struggling to understand how you’ve gotten to this point in your life, recognizing that you need some help, but not wanting to believe that it has come to this. But you didn’t see the signs along the way that were telling you that your path was about to get rock, and that’s ok. You’re feeling lost, confused, and adrift knowing that if you had the tools to re-anchor yourself that everything would be ok.

You may have found yourself staying in bed longer and longer each morning, dreading having to step out into the world. You home is disorganized and you keep telling yourself that you’ll get to it but you just don’t have the motivation to do more than what is necessary. You’re feeling helpless and you no longer know how to bring stability back into your life.

You’ve tried to heal yourself in the past. You’ve read tried self-help books and online articles. You’ve joined online groups looking for the answer. They worked for a while, but now you sit back searching for something else that will work, but you want something that is going to work for more than just a little while. You want something that is going to make you feel like you are living your best life and it’s available.

You have a great deal of strength within you. I know you may have a hard time seeing it right now or being able to apply it but it’s there. Others are always telling you how strong you are, which can be hard to hear at times, but the truth is, you are more capable than you’re giving yourself credit for right now. You have the things within you to live the life that you desire and my job is to help you see it again.

I believe that mental health is health. Taking care of your mental health is one of the most important lifelong pursuits you will ever have. I want to help you on your journey to a healthy mind. No matter how overwhelming these struggles may seem we can work towards a better frame of mind. My counseling style is responsive. I take an eclectic, needs based approach to addressing mental health. I don’t believe there is only one way to address an issue. I am person centered. I believe you cannot communicate with a mind in chaos. I will strive to initially level out any sense of unease or generalized dissatisfaction (dysphoria) you may be experiencing and then work to build a firm foundation. During our work together you will have had an opportunity to make a toolbox of skills and strategies to not just achieve a healthy and balanced mental state but to maintain it as well.

As for me I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, and a Professional Counseling certificate. I am a licensed Educator and School Counselor. I have been in public education for over 20 years and in that time, I have had the opportunity to touch many lives. I have seen many successful mental health journeys as well as those that did not have the outcome they desired. My goal is to give you your best chance at a happy life. I have worked to become a knowledgeable practitioner of mental health and I am excited about the opportunity to work with you to fulfill your goal of a healthy mental state.

I have always felt that certain careers had a calling. Mental health is my calling. I have a unique understanding and perspective about human nature. I have studied therapeutic methodologies for over thirty years and I am confident in my ability to guide you in your healing. I will listen, I will question, I will work with you as an equal partner in your health quest. I believe that you can live free of the trauma, stress and anxiety that may be plaguing your life.

Come and let’s get healthy together!

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You’re dealing with a lot both personally and professionally, struggling with the unknown and trying to control things that you’re starting to see are outside of your control.

Your anxiety is increasing to the point of interrupting your daily functioning.

You just can’t seem to catch a break.

You have tried tackling it on your own, you have tried thinking of a different outcome or solution but it just isn’t enough. The anxiety just keeps getting worse the more you think about it.

You have the strength to try, you made the will to seek therapy and you have accepted that doing it by yourself probably isn’t the best option. But most importantly, by reading this, you took the first step in realizing that you are ready to start your therapeutic journey.

I believe that clients develop their patterns of thinking and behaving through their experiences, their background and through their natural instincts. To approach these patterns of thinking and behaving, I believe we have to start with the way you are processing your thoughts as different things happen to you. Changing the way you think can ultimately change your lifestyle and as we know mental health is not just a journey but a lifestyle.

I’m open, an active listener and like to challenge those I work with. I create a space where you can openly express yourself so I can learn your thinking patterns and be able to bring to light things that you may not have been able to see on your own.

My journey in becoming a therapist has been scary but empowering. Even with all the skills I’ve learned, when I get in front of you with the expectations that you have of me, I’m more nervous than the you may assume. These feelings stem from fears of saying or doing the wrong thing even though I know I’m only human and will not always say things in the way I want to deliver them. However, its empowering because even when I’m nervous I always put your needs first and adjust in a way that is beneficial for you and before you know it I’ve helped you to really transform your life.

With my own mental health I have struggled with seasonal depression and extreme highs. I know that certain times of the year tend to be a trigger for me. However during these times is when I seek support from my therapist (Yes, therapist have therapist). I also use this time to do some self-digging and self-care so that I can actively overcome those overwhelming feelings. I like to work with my clients on developing these same skills from a place of really knowing what it’s like.

But in case you want to know more about my background…

My therapeutic background stems from a mental health inpatient setting. I have worked over 3 years as psychiatric technician with adults and young adults. I am currently in the role of serving adults in the Harris County Forensics Division in assisting them with their mental health care and getting them on their feet once they depart. I am certified in suicide prevention and trauma informed care. In addition to plenty skills labs in counseling. The methods I prefer to use are Solution-Focused which focuses on getting more rapid results to individual problems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on the break down of engrained thoughts in order to modify behaviors. These methods stick to me because they drive my practice. I believe challenging thinking can ultimately change behavior and when we finally address the behavior we can start working on a solution.

I enjoy working with those that are struggling in their personal and professional lives with anxiety or confidence issues. If you’re ready to get started click on the button below to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

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You’ve tried to mask your feelings and hold everything together. You have probably told yourself, “I’ve got this under control”, but your actions say differently. Your version of control has been drinking excessively to relax and calm your nerves. You withdraw from your family so you can decompress, but so far nothing seems to help. You cannot escape the feeling. You can’t outrun the problem. Even though you’re used to being tough, you have finally made the hard decision to finally do something for you…ask for help. As a first responder, you are trained on how to survive, be resilient, strong, to solve others problems, and not show weakness, but what about your problems? When do you get to admit that you need help?

You may be wondering, what does she know about how I feel? How can she help me? How can she understand what I am going through? These are all legitimate questions. I can empathize with you because I have experienced some of the same feelings and dealt with my own mental health issues, grief, and trauma. In my previous profession, I spent 10 years in Law Enforcement. During those ten years, I encountered many difficult and traumatizing situations. I encountered people at their worst who were going through their battles. I have engaged and responded to calls that have rocked me to the core. Like you, at the end of the night I went home. I now realize that I physically went home, but my mind never did. I had to come to a place of realization that I was not processing the trauma I experienced. So, I did something about it. I got help.

Personally, I have dealt with the loss of a spouse, sibling, and other close family members. It was through those losses that I became all too familiar with grief, depression, and anxiety. Grief does not discriminate, it can affect anyone despite their age, race, gender, or religious belief. It is difficult to navigate because there is no road map. We all grieve and process in our own way. With help, I came to a place of acceptance and healing. Now, my hope is that I can walk alongside you as you do the same.

I am passionate about working with first responders because having been a first responder, I know the challenges you face. I understand the burden you carry. I want to be someone to come alongside you and let you know that you do not have to carry this weight alone. I am equally passionate about working with those who have experienced grief, loss, trauma, depression, and anxiety.

I had someone to walk with me, until I was strong enough to walk by myself. Now, I want to walk with you as you discover your path to healing and growth.

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You’re overwhelmed by the constant changes and challenges that life throws at you, making it difficult to maintain relationships or even get out of bed in the morning. You’re struggling with depression, low self-esteem, or feelings of isolation and disconnection from your loved ones. You find it hard to open up to your inner circle about your struggles because you do not want to worry them, or have them not really understand you. You don’t feel supported and recognize a need to better cope with your challenges.

But I want you to know that there is hope, and together we can work towards finding peace and happiness in your life while maintaining relationships and growing individually or as a couple. My approach to therapy involves customizing strategies based on your specific needs. I incorporate various therapy approaches and methods such as solution-focused brief therapy, person-centered, talk therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I also use evidence-based techniques to help you gain understanding, perspective, and peace. My current clientele includes individuals, couples, and LGBTQ+. Through various therapeutic approaches and evidence-based techniques, I can help you gain an understanding of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and provide you with the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and find relief. My goal is to help you move forward with your life, be free from the weight of your struggles, and find purpose and fulfillment.

For more than ten years, I have worked with children with behavioral issues and understand the challenges of life transitions. I specialize in helping those who have lost a loved one, a relationship, or their identity through life transitions such as motherhood, marriage, divorce, etc. I understand the challenges of navigating life changes, as I am a proud mother of two beautiful girls and have had to adjust to my new life as an empty nester. I overcame this by acknowledging and honoring my feelings while seeking resources, such as the ones I employ for my clients, to better myself. I am proof that therapy works when you do the work, and I can assure you that I will hold your hand through the process.

I want my clients to know that their life has meaning and purpose. By creating a non-judgmental and safe space, I can help you get unstuck and find purpose in your life. Together, we will explore your story and become more aware of your feelings and emotions, as I believe when we make space to process our emotions and life experiences, we are open to healing.

Remember, taking care of yourself is essential, and through therapy, we can find the light at the end of your struggle. You won’t feel like your life is over; instead, this could be just the beginning of your life. As a therapist who values supporting you through your challenges, please do not hesitate to reach out.

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You’re exhausted and worn-out from the daily tasks of life and the emotions that feel all too heavy right now. You find yourself losing track of time, endlessly scrolling through the internet just to take your mind off of things. You crave connection with those around you, but the heaviness of your emotions make you feel like you’re a burden to those closest to you. You are usually the one to put others first and care for those around you, but you worry if people really see you and know you for you.

You crave authentic connection and a space to be heard, seen, and accepted for who you truly are, and not what others expect you to be. You want to belong, to vulnerably share life with friends and family, to love and be loved without fear.

You’ve tried figuring out things on your own and even dab in the latest self-help trend, but you have found that it’s not working as you had imagined. You are used to being self-sufficient and sorting out things on your own, but you have come to realize that you need help.

It takes courage to ask for help, we are not meant to do life alone but are made for connection. You see this, you know this, you seek this.

Hi! I’m Elizabeth, LPC-Associate supervised by Tia Jennings, I hope to partner with you in reclaiming your story, so you can experience more wholeness and peace in your life.

Most people when they think of therapists, think they have it all together, but I want you to know that I am a human first. Growing up in an immigrant household, I was faced with the challenges of balancing my family’s expectations with the cultures I was living within. There was this invisible weight that I carried coupled with being an empath caused me to struggle with anxiety and depression at a young age. At the time I was disconnected from myself and was not yet aware of how my mental state was affecting me. As I entered young adulthood, I started going to therapy and started experiencing wholeness and peace. Being on the other side now, I want others to be able to experience the wholeness and peace that therapy offered me.

I understand that hesitancy can accompany the idea of therapy, so I prioritize creating a safe and trusting space that allows you to come out of hiding and show up as yourself, as you feel seen and heard to process through your thoughts and emotions. Sessions with me are filled with compassion, warmth, non-judgment, and authenticity.

During our time together we will explore your story and the deeper meanings and root causes of your pain, difficult thoughts, and behavior patterns. Through a lens of curiosity, you will gain greater insight and new tools to bring about the change that you have been desiring. I know the thought of change can feel overwhelming, but you’ll come out on the other side feeling empowered that you are enough and having strength to live life more authentically.

Together, we will get you to a place where you are able to show up as yourself in relationships, meaningfully connect with those around you, to enjoy the life that you are currently living.

I’m passionate about working with clients that express signs of worry and anxiety, negative self-talk/image, poor self-esteem and confidence, faith concerns, childhood wounds, life transitions, burnout/fatigue, relational issues, trauma, grief/loss, loneliness, and cultural and ethnic issues.

I have a passion with working with young adults, professionals, and women through shame and self-worth, identity, attachment, childhood experiences, and faith-based counseling.

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This is normally the section where I tell you all about me. Where I would list all of my degrees, certification and things that make me look super fancy. But I’m not going to do that. Therapy is hard. Therapy requires that you find a connection with a therapist that sees you for you and is able to guide you in a way that is fitting for you.

See, all the letters behind my name, the schools I went to and the trainings I have under my belt isn’t going to tell you how we’ll laugh together even in those tough moments. It’s not going to tell you how I’ve walked in those same ugly shoes that you find yourself standing in now. It’s not going to tell you about how I’m going to sit with you through the telling of some of your most intimate secrets and not judge who you are. It’s not going to tell you of the changes that you are going to see just by having someone outside of your friends or family to talk to.

I’m not a believer in a one size fits all model. I have a lot of book knowledge from years in school, but I also have a lot of real life experiences that tell me that all that book stuff doesn’t apply to everyone.

I went to school and I’m fully licensed, you can verify that with the state of Texas. But the experience that I like to highlight is not pieces of paper on my wall, but the 10 plus years that I have been in the trenches. Not just in the trenches with clients but being able to climb out of my own trenches of anxiety.

I don’t work with those with anxiety from a book, but from real lived experiences. When you talk about the random thoughts spinning a million miles per hour in you head, I’ve been there. When you talk about the cleaning frenzy you go on just to have some sense of control in your life, I’ve been there.

I’ve been in most places that my clients have been. You will frequently catch me nodding my head in understanding as you talk about your life and it’s like you’re playing a scene from my own.

The difference between me and you, however, is the fact that I’m on the other side of the storm and you’re still in the midst of it. But I have a little secret for you…I know how to get to the otherside of that storm.

When you work with me you get a connection to a real person that will have a conversation with you not just listen to you talk. I like to let you know how real of a person I am and normalize the things that you are going through.

I’m not going to judge you for the chapter that you are on in the book that we call your life. Are you ready?

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