Great to meet you!
My name is Venessa Chambers (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. I am an LGBTQIA+ community ally, but more so, I am a person who holds space for you with the hope of igniting a spark of resiliency and healing from within. I earned my degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio, Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I provide services for adults 18+ and Spanish-speaking individuals who experience depressive symptoms, anxiety, grief and loss, substance use and personality disorders. I work closely to help you with focus, healing, managing and regulating emotions stemming from pain, conflict, and overwhelming thoughts and emotions. Additionally, I work with couples and families to help restore balance and harmony in their lives. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor delivering therapeutic services to Law Enforcement, Fire and Rescue, Medical and Military personnel.
I am a trauma-informed, emotionally focused counselor, and I use a person-centered approach with consideration to where you are in the therapeutic process. My treatment approach is tailored with you in mind, understanding your personal experiences, cultural identities, and overall life situations. I apply treatment modalities, which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Attachment Theory. I assist with stress management by employing relaxation techniques, such as Deep Breathing Exercises, Mindfulness Meditation, Grounding, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, and Guided Imagery. These strength-based techniques provide focus and will be most helpful throughout the therapeutic experience.
Walking the path toward growth and progress becomes overwhelming at times, but you don't have to walk it alone. My goal is to walk alongside you with the confidence of uncovering the strength and the power of healing within you.