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Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
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Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC

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114 Nacogdoches Street, Suite B, Center, TX 75935
Let's Connect (936) 427-3017
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Do you find yourself wishing for better days? Have you lost interest in the things that once brought you joy? Are your basic responsibilities weighing you down? Life doesn't have to be about exhaustion and overwhelm day in and day out. We can work together to improve your current circumstances. I love listening to my client's stories and helping them put the pieces together. At times we may mix conversation with psychoeducation in coping skills, mindfulness, and meditation. Bravely sharing your story in counseling allows you a rare opportunity to be heard without judgment. This is a priceless opportunity to process your experience.
Together we can develop the coping skills necessary to diminish the impact of mental health conditions such as anxiety, trauma, or depression while giving you the ability to adapt more readily to life's curveballs.
Whatever you are facing, I am here to help. Seeking therapy is a brave new start, and I will be here to help you enhance your life one step at a time.
Take the first step to help. Call or Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires now - (936) 427-3017

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

114 Nacogdoches Street

Suite B

Center, TX 75935 map

(936) 427-3017

Houston, TX 77002

(786) 244-7347
Website
I provide both telehealth and in-person services, to book an appointment you can schedule with Headway.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Anxiety and School Issues 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (936) 427-3017
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

114 Nacogdoches Street

Suite B

Center, TX 75935 map

(936) 427-3017

Houston, TX 77002

(786) 244-7347
Website
I provide both telehealth and in-person services, to book an appointment you can schedule with Headway.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Anxiety and School Issues 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $140

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EAP:Cigna
  • EAP:United Health/Optum
  • Humana - Dual
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • United Health/Optum
  • United Health/Optum - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I partner with Headway to securely manage insurance billing, making it easy for you to use your in-network benefits.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017
"
I partner with Headway to securely manage insurance billing, making it easy for you to use your in-network benefits.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Laura Beth Shires

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 73802 Laura Beth Shires
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended Stephen F. Austin State University, Graduated 2012
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Texas Counseling Association
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I hold additional certifications in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, also known as EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), and integrative mental health (CIMHP).
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017
"
I hold additional certifications in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, also known as EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), and integrative mental health (CIMHP).
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Women's Issues
  • Anxiety
  • School Issues

Expertise

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (936) 427-3017
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (936) 427-3017

Endorsement

Leslie Laws-Burley
Leslie Laws-Burley
Licensed Professional CounselorPhDMSLPC-S
I have had the opportunity to work with Laura. She has the unique quality of having a natural empathetic personality that is significant for a counselor. Laura counsels clients that are 12 years and up. She uses CBT to bring the best out in her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use CBT, and ACT to help you understand patterns, build practical coping strategies, regulate emotions, and increase psychological flexibility. In our work together, you can expect a collaborative, mindful environment where you gain insight, learn grounding and mindfulness tools, and make choices aligned with your values.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017
"
I often use CBT, and ACT to help you understand patterns, build practical coping strategies, regulate emotions, and increase psychological flexibility. In our work together, you can expect a collaborative, mindful environment where you gain insight, learn grounding and mindfulness tools, and make choices aligned with your values.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
or call with questions - (936) 427-3017

Location

Primary Location

114 Nacogdoches Street

Suite B

Center, TX 75935

(936) 427-3017

Additional Location

Houston, TX 77002

(786) 244-7347
"
I provide both telehealth and in-person services, to book an appointment you can schedule with Headway.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (936) 427-3017
"
I provide both telehealth and in-person services, to book an appointment you can schedule with Headway.
Photo of Laura Beth Shires - Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Empowerment Counseling and Wellness, Laura Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (936) 427-3017