I’m glad you're here! My name is Lindsay Lientz, and I’m a professional counselor. Before I say anything else, it’s important to welcome and congratulate you. Asking for help is not easy for everyone. You’ve taken a bigger step than you realize in simply beginning your search. Soon I believe you’ll find out just how far you can go toward making your life what you really want it to be, so congrats on taking that first step. I’ve been in the counseling profession for 25 years. It’s been one of the most rewarding choices I made as a young person. I place high value on the people with whom I work. Most often, my approach includes helping people realize what they already knew, and just need the encouragement and safe space to say aloud. My counseling approach is eclectic, but one unchanging factor is the time and patience I extend to everyone. We all need a safe space to open up. On a personal note, my favorite thing in the world is being a dad and a "papa." I have two young adult children, a granddaughter, and I also am a “dad again” to my wife’s children. Together, we have several dogs, and have started raising chickens, so life can sometimes be noisy and active! When I’m not doing the work I love, I prefer to spend time outdoors doing anything that keeps me moving. I believe movement is life. Some of the choices you’ll make over the next couple years could set you on a really successful course. I would be happy to be part of your team, helping encourage you toward the next stage of life. Thanks again for taking this first big step - no matter who you choose to work with, I believe you'll make progress toward the person you want and the world needs.

Hello! As a Nationally Certified, Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed School Counselor, I utilize client-centered, cognitive-behavioral/solution-focused techniques. I focus on assisting clients to identify and build upon strengths, helping clients accomplish mental health, behavioral, wellness, education, and career goals. I am blessed to have worked with and continue to work with many families and youth nationally. I currently run the Grand Rapids Michigan and San Antonio Texas Office of Impact Counseling and Consulting Services LLC serving both civilian and military families. My approach is interactive, warm, but also direct. I love to help clients reach their academic, career, mental health, and/or relationship goals while maintaining balance. I am also a Veteran, and familiar with the military lifestyle and the unique challenges military families face. I look forward to speaking with you soon!

Hello- I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the helping profession for 8 years. When I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in 1996, I worked as a worker’s compensation adjuster for 12 years. The money was great, but I hated working in that field. Eventually, the company I was working for downsized, so I was laid off. From there, I was lost and didn’t know what to do. Should I continue to stay in the same line of work for the next 12 years, dreading to get out of the bed every day for the money, or should I find a career that will help me utilize my own personal experiences and education to make a difference in the lives of others? I chose to follow my heart. When I took my first counseling class, I knew being a counselor was my calling in life. This is what I was born to do. I realized the most important thing in the world is not how much money you make; it’s about enjoying the work you do. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying I don’t enjoy making money, but I know I wasn’t happy. Being a counselor makes me feel alive, full of hope, and purpose. Educating clients on how to manage their mood disorders, stressors, or providing guidance to some of the most difficult challenges in a person’s life is what I live for. I want you to know that I am here for you. We can face life’s challenges together. Sincerely, Sharon Esters

I specialize in trauma resolution as well as alcohol and drug use treatment services that are informed by my own personal life experience and professional training. This is not to say that I do not also frequently help people with depression, anxiety and a number of other mental health challenges, I do! For the past few years, I have also worked as a civilian contractor for clients through a program with the Department of Defense. Military life struggles as well as transition back to civilian life have been my main focuses when working with service members and their families. My career began in 1994 as a master's level specialist in school psychology; I later became a Licensed Professional Counselor to assist those in need of help from a well-trained professional that can relate with the struggles of trauma, addiction and mental health struggles. Assessment and informed, referral services are also provided to ensure that my clients receive the best and most appropriate interventions. I approach each client as a unique person and provide treatment that is individually designed for specific needs and goals. Several intervention modalities are included in potential services. Within a trauma-informed cognitive-behavioral approach, I integrate mindfulness practice, Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR), experiential, and other interventions to help people achieve the goals they desire. Seeking help and taking the first step to a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle can be difficult as well as anxiety provoking. My services are completely confidential and specifically tailored to each individual client. Please do not wait to make the desired changes that led you to read this profile.

Hi there! Congratulations on taking action for your self-care. I've always known that I wanted to work with people to help navigate the challenges of Life, and have been successfully doing so for over 3 decades with literally thousands of Clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for nearly 30 years. I enjoy helping others learn to help themselves; there's nothing more empowering. I believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity, respect and acceptance, and interact with others accordingly. I highly value creating a therapeutic alliance with my Clients to create an effective plan of action and would welcome the opportunity to do so with you. Amy

Hi! My name is Carlos Castillo, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I’d like to tell you a little bit about me, so that you can decide for yourself if I’m someone you’d feel comfortable working with. For over a decade, I have helped people transition out of some of the most difficult stages of their lives. As you might have guessed, I am specialized in life transitions, and adjustment stress. I have worked with ex-convicts, drug users, veterans, retirees, immigrants, college grads, as well as terminally ill/chronically ill populations. This may seem like a very broad range of people, but all of these individuals have had to make difficult life transitions, which can seem overwhelming. Some benefits you can receive from counseling include, development of healthy coping skills, healthy relationships, achievement of personal goals, removal or reduction of unwanted habits, as well as overcoming traumatic experiences. I adapt a very person-centered approach through the use of motivational interviewing; however, I borrow interventions from cognitive-behavioral, existentialist, psychoanalytical, and spiritualistic styles based on your particular needs. Our first session together will be spent getting to know each other, as well as treatment planning. I work to ensure that my clients are getting exactly what they need out of counseling. In order to do this, we will spend our first session carefully identifying goals, and hashing out the details needed to achieve those goals. After all, it is understood that the more you define a goal, the more likely you are to follow through with it. A long time ago, my mentor taught me, that our ears are the greatest gift you can offer to somebody. To be present, truly present with somebody; in their suffering, in their happiness can be a life-changing experience. I hope you can allow me the opportunity to share this gift with you. Look forward to meeting you soon! Thank you for taking time to look at my profile.

Do you struggle with losing your sense of self that impacts your day-to-day life or your self-confidence? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list and feel exhausted from trying to do it all? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, women are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. You deserve to find yourself again and regain the joy you have for life. I offer a custom approach for each client and start with understanding where you are now as well as the challenges you are facing. With a deep understanding of the unique pressures and experiences women face, I create a safe and supportive environment where women can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. Helping people live a better life is my passion. It might mean learning to set boundaries, how to take care of yourself, or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck. My goal is to help you feel better so you can live the life you’ve always imagined!

I am licensed in Texas with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. 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 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, & anger management. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & anger management. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I believe life is a process filled with opportunities to learn and grow. I see myself as a guide to help you travel down difficult paths when you feel stuck, lost, or helpless. I will not give you answers but I will help you search for them. The counseling process is just that – a process. While there are no guarantees for the outcome of the counseling, I will work with you to determine counseling goals and treatment plans to help you in your situation. I utilize an Attachment based focus as part of therapy incorporating CBT and DBT techniques. Should the need arise, I can offer a Christian and Biblical perspective. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked in the defense and telecom industries. I was married for 25 years until my wife succumbed to a rare form of dementia. I took care of her the last six years of her life while I was also learning to become a counselor. I understand the effects of dementia, life as a caregiver, depression, grief and loss as well as the experience of starting over. Life can be difficult. Do not travel these difficult paths alone. Counseling has become a third career for me but talking to and helping people has been a lifelong experience and joy. I am licensed in Texas and Arkansas.

I am passionate about creating change and hope in the lives of adults. I like to see myself as a newer type of therapist who believes open, honest, communication is the key to change. In my opinion, therapy should be a conversation that helps you grow while creating an environment that makes you feel safe and comfortable. I received undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Biomedical Engineering from the University of Missouri. In 2011, I received a dual Master’s of Education in Counseling Psychology focusing on both LPC & LMFT tracks. I have been licensed as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I am currently licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have 8 years of experience in inpatient adult drug and alcohol treatment centers and 5 years in private practice. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, military life and relationships, substance abuse, non-traditional relationships – including those in the lifestyle, and complex couples, and family situations – including families coping with addiction.

I am licensed in Texas with 38 years of professional work experience. I am happy to explore solutions or concerns with Teens and Young Adults thru Senior Citizens. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, grief & loss, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. 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. Counseling 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 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss among many other problems. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.