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I offer a calm, steady space where you can feel heard and supported. I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, and life changes with practical, down‐to‐earth tools. My approach is warm, compassionate, and empowering, and shaped by both clinical and pastoral experience. I speak English and Armenian.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. If you're navigating a chronic illness, caring for a loved one, coping with grief, or adjusting to a major life change, you may be carrying more than most people realize.
As a licensed clinical social worker with a background in medical social work, I've spent years supporting individuals and families through some of life's most challenging seasons. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when your world changes unexpectedly or when you're constantly putting others' needs before your own.
My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you can feel supported, understood, and less alone as we work through whatever you're facing together.
My name is Shelly-Ann Jmaes-Perelion, and I have over 20 years of experience in education and 12 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I served as a high school counselor for seven years and am currently in my sixth year as a Mental Health Intervention Counselor in the CFISD school district.
I believe that our greatest ability as humans is the ability to exercise compassion. I've worked in rural settings, community health clinics and have experience serving those from all walks of life. I am a therapist who has done the work and continues to learn and grow. As part of the LGBTQIA+ community, I continue to advocate both personally and professionally.
I truly enjoy helping people to heal and become who they are wanting to show up as in their lives. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to work through life's challenges, emotions, stresses, etc.. I feel truly privileged to be allowed to aid others in their time of need and if you are a human, guess what you are currently in a time of need, we all are.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, dedicated to supporting clients as they navigate healing, growth, and life’s challenges. My background has equipped me to address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotional regulation, family conflict, and self-esteem. My approach is grounded in compassion, patience and collaboration.
I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families as they navigate life's challenges. I bring years of experience working in both school settings and private practice. I integrate play therapy , cognitive behavioral techniques, and trauma informed practices to create a safe space where clients feel understood and empowered. I believe every child and adolescent has the ability to grow, heal, and build resilience with the right support.
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