Mark Chapa

I'm Mark, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 23 years of counseling experience and 32 years working with people across all stages of life, from 4-year-olds to 79-year-olds. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Education with a focus on Counseling and Guidance, and I am also a Pre-K through 12th grade Texas Certified Special Education Teacher. I stay current in my field by attending two professional growth conferences each year and actively serving in national, state, and local counseling associations.

Outside of work, I'm a husband, a father of three sons, and soon to be a grandfather. I'm easygoing, personable, and not afraid of self-disclosure. I believe that openness goes both ways. I have my own personal counseling and support network, and my family has benefited from counseling services as well. I know firsthand that it takes real strength to ask for help, and I deeply respect anyone who takes that step.

My approach is humanistic — non-judgmental, empathetic, and centered entirely on you. While I have my own values and beliefs, I never impose them on my clients. I respect that your values are your own, and my role is to support you, not to judge or redirect you. I bring warmth and a genuine enjoyment of people to every session, and I draw on broad experience across areas including anxiety, depression, helplessness, self-esteem, relationships, and conflict. Most of my background is with adolescents, though I've worked meaningfully with clients across all ages and settings — both school and private practice.

Our first sessions are about getting to know each other. We'll explore your strengths and the areas where you'd like to grow, and begin building a foundation for becoming a better version of yourself. There's no pressure — just an honest, supportive conversation where you're heard and respected from the very start.