****Now Accepting New Clients January 2021**** Meeting the Clients where they are… Searching out and seeking help from a mental health professional can be scary and overwhelming. I believe the key to building a strong therapeutic alliance is meeting the client where they are. As a therapist my role is to provide non-judgmental unconditional positive regard, to help my client with exploring and overcoming life’s challenges. The therapeutic process is meant to be an empowering and enlightening experience. As a therapist, I meet my client in a dark, confusing place and we journey together to a place of peace and inner well-being.

You never thought you'd end up here... feeling overwhelmed, emotional, and exhausted. You're not sure who you are anymore, and you don't feel like you can push through, ignore, or compartmentalize these feelings any longer. Maybe it started recently after a loss, relationship change, trauma, or life transition. Maybe it started much earlier in life. Either way, this territory feels difficult for you, and you're ready to give yourself what you find so much easier to give to others... HELP.

Are you stressed out, depressed, confused, or in transition? Are you new to the university or the U.S.? Do you feel different from others? Do you believe you are not achieving your potential due to anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or some other obstacle? In our work together I will help you connect with your strengths so that you can do what you do best. I work from a collaborative, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and integrative perspective. I pay close attention to social and cultural factors. I am pragmatic in my approach to help my clients reach their goals. I provide counseling in Mandarin Chinese and Taiwanese.

Stress is a natural result of facing life's challenges and necessary for growth. Finding balance allows us to manage stress. With 25 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families, I can help you and those you love navigate the journey of growth and self-discovery, develop and prioritize strategies for achieving your goals and find balance. I start by performing a solution-focused interview to identify and build upon your unique strengths and resources. I have faith in the perseverance of the human spirit, given the right amount of time, support and the necessary tools.

I view persons as made up of emotions, thoughts, relationships, biology, and our spiritual selves. Consequently, I first help you stabilize by making necessary changes in behavior. Medical or neurological contributions and possible nutritional deficiencies are examined. I address any distorted thinking that is contributing to your emotional pain. If systems in your life (family, work, school) are a factor, they are also addressed. Finally, we work with the larger questions of existence (spiritual issues, issues of purpose/ meaning), which are all vital to mental health. All areas are dealt with from a solid grounding in scientific literature and research.

Dr. Baron Crespo is a Clinical & Forensic Psychologist his unique flexibility allows him to work all over the State of Texas. He's a clinical entrepreneur & proud Navy combat-veteran. He founded the Modern Psychologist Network. Academically, he received his Associates from Central Texas College; Bachelors in Political Science from American Military University; Masters & Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Albizu University; & Post-Doctorate MS in Clinical Psychopharmacology from Fairleigh Dickinson University (prescribing psychologist).He completed his Clinical & Forensic Psychology Residency at the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Clinically, he's an expert in psychological assessments & specializes in brief solution-focused therapy.

*Accepting clients (2/5/2021)* My approach to counseling is one that is collaborative and client-centered. I work to tailor therapy based on your needs and circumstances. My hope is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you feel comfortable being yourself and feel safe sharing your life stressors and stories. To me, counseling is having somebody there to listen and support you, while we work together to explore what issues are affecting you and discover your strengths. Together, we will explore what is working for you, work through any history or current life stressors, and develop the skills that will help you cope.

My focus is helping clients find healing from past wounds, come to a deeper understanding of current habits and patterns, and discover greater freedom and peace. As a Catholic counselor, I integrate faith into the counseling process and respect the beliefs and values you bring to our sessions. Through counseling, you can gain greater insight into why you struggle so much with certain issues and develop new habits and thinking patterns while drawing closer to God and discovering more about yourself.

Are you struggling with an important relationship? Have you experienced a loss and in need of support on your grief journey? Are you feeling anxious and uncertain about the future? Or, are you just generally wishing for more meaning, purpose, and equanimity in your life? I enjoy helping adults of all ages navigate transitions across the life span, from identity concerns, family issues, relationships, to aging, end-of-life, and grief & loss. My experience has taught me that walking these challenging paths of life alongside a caring professional can bring personal clarity, healthier relationships, and greater life satisfaction.

I am an ONLINE therapist. Ailments of the heart are no different to ailments of the body; both bleed just the same. One is seen and one is hidden, but both need treatment. Oftentimes we come to a place in our lives where we feel like there is no door, no way out, and we're out of options. Life can make us feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and tired of even trying. In these moments, we need someone who can empathize, give us ideas, and help us find a path to walk on that leads to a solution we need. I cater to people from all over the world and walks of life. Whatever the issue is that affects you, let's go on this journey together.

I enjoy serving individuals and couples braving the tough and rewarding work of therapy. My approach is to provide a safe environment in which my clients cultivate greater personal insight and emotional intelligence that ultimately promotes self-understanding, healing from past/present wounds and growth toward realizing a more whole self and/or relationship. I work with adults and couples with wide-ranging concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment, identity, unwanted sexual behaviors, marriage & relationship concerns, and issues related to faith. I utilize Gottman Method Couples Therapy concepts in my work with couples.

My approach when meeting and treating new clients is simple: you are not alone. We will start there. I work with individuals, couples and families that find themselves really struggling with relationships, anger, depression, hopelessness, addictions of all sort, anxiety and phobias and everything in between. I want to walk alongside my clients to help them find their true selves and find meaning in whatever they do and whoever they intend to be. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, alongside skills building and mindfulness.

I specialize in clients wanting positive change in their lives. This could be improved relationships, reduced anxiety, or a breakthrough with their depression. I have worked with clients from school age to senior citizens. Many of my clients have family members in crisis or they themselves find they are in a difficult life transition.

The world is not always an easy place to live. Sometimes our circumstances are beyond our control, but we can learn to change the lens through which we view our circumstances. Through counseling, you and I can work together to help you develop coping strategies, increase personal growth, strengthen your emotional well-being, address unresolved issues, explore patterns of behavior, and improve interpersonal relationships. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental place for clients to process their feelings and navigate the difficult issues of life. If you live in Texas, I would love to support your emotional needs through Telehealth!

READY FOR A CHANGE? Is life overwhelming you? Are you avoiding intimacy with your spouse? Do you get easily angry and become confrontational? Do you sleep during the day? Are you avoiding social activities? Is food becoming your best friend? Do you spend the majority of your time on Facebook or watching TV instead of spending quality time with your family? Do you no longer like yourself? If the answers is yes to several of these questions, you are likely stuck in an unhappy place. Things won’t get better if you don’t make changes. The good news is that YOU CAN MAKE CHANGES! Let me help you find your way out of this maze.

Desiring to create healthier patterns? Having problems in your relationship? Want to make a shift in your life? Need an immigration eval? Here I am! My experience as a therapist involves several years in my home country and here. If you seeking professional support for any other reason give me a call or text me at 832 895 9180 and we can see together if my approach can be beneficial to your case.

Untreated mental health issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Abuse, or Trauma can lead to other health concerns. Having worked with sexual abuse and domestic violence clients, I learned first hand the value of courage to overcome a difficult past. Every day is a new beginning. Whether it's the emotional trauma following a loss, or the uncertainty and adventure of a job change, we all need encouragement to move past a difficult situation. Let's talk. Call or email me today to set up your initial consultation! Warmly, Rhea Lester, M.Ed., LPC-S Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor.

Have you felt a persistent sense of overwhelm and imbalance-emotionally, mentally, and physically? Aspiring to live a meaningful, healthy, and vibrant life can be challenging. Enduring struggle is part of the human condition but not something we have to endure alone; it’s through turbulent times that we learn the truth of who we are. Engaging with my profile signifies that you may be ready to charter a new path in your life and make bold moves to live the life you have long desired to live. Investing in your future with an ethical, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapist can be the catalyst to your renewed sense of self.

Do you feel like your life has been difficult to manage lately? Are you having family or relationship issues and feel like you need someone to help you and your loved ones understand one another? Are you concerned about recent changes you've seen in your child or teenager? No matter what challenges you may currently be facing, we strive to make sure our clients feel comfortable and supported on their journey to bettering themselves and their families and look forward to helping you Find Peace.

My ideal client is one that wants to improve their relationship and is willing to take personal responsibility for their part in making it happen, even if they don't know exactly what that looks like. They don't come in looking for me to 'fix' their spouse, but come in seeking help from a wise partner to help improve themselves and their relationship. The ideal client has a moral base through faith in a personal relationship with God to draw on when facing difficult times.