Meet the Team
Marivel Tijerina
Owner, LPC
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self-esteem issues, school challenges, or depression? You don’t have to face it alone—I’m here to help.
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​I’m passionate about guiding individuals to explore and express their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in ways that promote growth, healing, and understanding. Every person’s journey is unique, and I’m committed to providing compassionate support tailored to your specific needs.
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I know it can feel overwhelming to take the first step toward therapy, but you’re in the right place. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where clients of all ages can heal, grow, and discover their strengths. Let’s take small steps forward together to help you or your child thrive.
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Client Focus
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Children & Teens (5-17)
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Adults (18-40)
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Treatment Approach
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Play therapy
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Samantha Battles
LPC Associate
Supervised by Shawna Corley, Ph.D. LPC-S
Hello, I’m Samantha, a Licensed Professional Therapist Associate with a passion for helping others navigate life’s complexities. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, ADHD, and relationship challenges. With a warm, empathetic approach, I provide a safe space for healing and growth, focusing on developing healthy coping strategies and fostering resilience.
I earned a Master’s degree in General Psychology from Purdue University and a Master’s in Counseling Development with a specialization in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from Lamar University. My therapeutic style helps clients uncover their strengths and create meaningful solutions for a balanced, fulfilling life.
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Together, we’ll work to discover tools and insights to navigate life’s ups and downs, helping you move forward with hope and confidence.
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​Client Focus​
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Children & Teens (5-17)
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Adults (18-26)
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Women (18-40)
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Family Counseling
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Treatment Approach​
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Person-Centered Therapy
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Evidenced-Based Therapy
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Solution Brief Focused Therapy (SBFT)
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Techniques tailored to client's needs
Larissa Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor
Larissa Ramos is a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in educational and clinical settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling, both from The University of Texas at San Antonio.
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Larissa specializes in helping individuals navigating behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, substance use, and life stressors. Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and is dedicated to providing services in both English and Spanish. She offers a compassionate and effective approach to mental health.
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Larissa believes in the power of creating a safe and open space for emotional expression and self-exploration. Taking a person-centered approach, she fosters growth by empowering clients to embrace their uniqueness and resilience, helping them recognize their ability to adapt and create positive change in their lives.
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Outside of her professional work, Larissa enjoys spending quality time with her two children, husband, and three dogs.
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​Populations​
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Children & Teens (5-17)
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Adults (18-40)
Specialties​
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Certified
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Offers services in Spanish