Meet the Team

William

OFFICE MANAGER

In this practice, my goal is to help create an environment where every client feels valued, respected, and genuinely cared for from the moment they reach out. I believe that quality mental health care begins with a practice that truly puts people first including both clients and staff. I take pride in helping ensure that our space runs smoothly, so our team can focus on what matters most: providing compassionate, effective care. This work feels personal to me because I see this practice as more than a workplace; it’s a home where healing, connection, and growth happen every day.

Joanna

COUNSELOR
LPC-A

Hello! My name is Joanna, I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. From a young age, I've been drawn to helping others heal. This passion led me to earn a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, along with a certificate in Primary Care Behavioral Health from UTRGV School of Medicine.   

In my practice, I strive to create a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. I integrate evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs, focusing on empowering clients to achieve personal growth and improved well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I'm here to support you on your journey toward a more fulfilling life.

Supervised by Dr. Gregory Sparrow.

Brenda

COUNSELOR
LPC-A

Life can feel overwhelming at times — whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or the quiet weight of self-doubt.

I believe meaningful change begins when you feel truly seen and heard. My work is relational, person-centered, and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll explore patterns and build practical tools to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, creating a space where you feel safe and supported. I work with adults and young adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns, as well as the emotional impact of chronic illness and disability.

If you’re considering therapy and this feels like a good fit, I encourage you to reach out so we can begin this work together.

Supervised by Dr. Brian Dutremaine.

Karina

COUNSELOR
LPC-A

Hi, I’m Karina. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, and I truly believe therapy should feel like a safe place and not a clinical, intimidating one. Whatever brought you here, you don’t have to explain why it’s “bad enough.” If it matters to you, it matters.

If you’re here, chances are you’re carrying a lot. Maybe it’s trauma that still shows up when you least expect it. Maybe it’s grief that feels heavier than everyone else thinks it “should” be. Maybe it’s anxiety that won’t quiet down, depression that drains you, ADHD that makes life feel chaotic, or mood shifts that leave you feeling confused and exhausted. You might even feel misunderstood in your diagnosis, especially if you’ve been navigating bipolar disorder, personality disorders, or PTSD.

My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps us understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. But therapy with me isn’t just about worksheets or strategies, it’s about understanding you. Your story. Your patterns. Your wounds. Your strengths.

I specialize in working with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, ADHD, and PTSD. Many of my clients come in feeling emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected from themselves. Some cry in the first session. Some joke their way through hard topics. Some say, “I don’t even know how to talk about my feelings.” All of that is okay.

If being vulnerable feels natural to you, we’ll hold space for that. If being vulnerable feels terrifying, we’ll work on that gently and at your pace. You never have to force anything in our sessions.

Therapy is not about “fixing” you. It’s about helping you understand yourself in a way that brings freedom. You deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are. Messy thoughts, tears, numbness, strength, all of it is valid.

And when you’re ready, I’m here. 

Supervised by Dr. Jennifer Ortega.