LPC
Belinda is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board of Certified Counselors. She earned her Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A & M University- Central Texas, and her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Colorado Technical University. Belinda retired from the United States Army after serving her country for 21 years and enjoys working with the military community. Belinda has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health and social services field. She has worked in various mental health settings in both the military and civilian communities. These settings include inpatient, outpatient, in-home and community mental health. Belinda has also worked at a children’s advocacy center for child victims of sexual/physical abuse, as both a therapist and forensic interviewer. She has advanced training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, and Play Therapy. She is currently in the process of working toward the Registered Play Therapist (RPT) Credential. Belinda incorporates a variety of techniques when working with her clients, such as expressive arts therapy, sand tray therapy, and child-centered play therapy.
Belinda serves children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families in the following areas:
- Trauma/PTSD
- Teen Issues; Peer Pressure, Self Esteem
- Parent/Child Relational Problems
- Dating Violence/Abuse
- Non-Suicidal Self-Harm Behavior
- Obsessions and Compulsions
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Conduct and Oppositional Defiant Disorders
- Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse
- Anger and Stress Management
- Military adjustments and struggles
Belinda is passionate about working with people who are seeking support with a wide range of issues. She strives to meet the unique needs of each client, by drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities. She comes to work as a therapist with compassion, warmth, humor, and honesty. When Belinda is not at work, she enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with her husband and children.
Quote: “Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” – Carl Bard