Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Therapy Services in Houston
West Houston Counseling and Assessment Center has been providing comprehensive mental health services since 1990, founded by Sandy K. Clay, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist. Our practice specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy, integrating evidence-based psychological approaches with nutritional and spiritual dimensions to address trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges. With over three decades of clinical experience, we offer vocational assessments, hypnotherapy, and faith-integrated counseling, serving Houston's diverse population through both in-person and telehealth sessions.Our team maintains active memberships in professional organizations including Imago Relationships North America and the Catholic Psychotherapy Association, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of care. We are committed to ethical practice, client confidentiality, and empowering individuals to achieve holistic healing through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Vocational Assessment
Hypnotherapy
Telehealth Sessions
Faith-Integrated Counseling
Nutritional Mental Health
Imago Relationship Therapy
Stress Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in Houston
- Certified in multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Integrates psychological, nutritional, and spiritual approaches
- Offers flexible telehealth and in-person sessions
- Specializes in vocational assessment for career transitions
Associations and certifications
- Certified Imago Relationship Therapist
- Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
- Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider
What people say
Life-changing therapy
Deep understanding of trauma
Effective relationship tools
Genuine compassionate care
Practical vocational guidance
Services
Individual Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma recovery, depression, and anxiety management. Combines cognitive therapy with nutritional insights to address mental health challenges through personalized 50-minute sessions. Targets root causes while developing practical coping strategies for lasting improvement.
Imago Relationship Therapy
Evidence-based approach for couples seeking deeper connection. Utilizes structured dialogue techniques to transform conflict into growth opportunities. Integrates neuroscience research with practical tools for building lasting, empathetic relationships through weekly sessions.
Vocational Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation for career transitions or educational planning. Combines psychological testing with practical guidance for individuals facing unemployment or seeking purposeful career changes. Offers specialized support for post-pandemic job market challenges.
Hypnotherapy Sessions
Certified hypnotherapy for behavior modification and emotional regulation. Addresses sleep disorders, weight management, and relationship patterns through subconscious reprogramming. Utilizes evidence-based protocols for safe, effective therapeutic outcomes.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions for remote access to care. Maintains therapeutic continuity through video conferencing while preserving confidentiality. Available for individual, couples, and family therapy with flexible scheduling options.
People
Sandy K. Clay
Founder & Psychotherapist
Licensed Professional Counselor with 30+ years experience. Certified Imago Therapist and Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. Specializes in trauma recovery and faith-integrated counseling. Holds Master's in Clinical Psychology from University of Houston.
Questions
Do you offer telehealth therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide HIPAA-compliant online video therapy and phone counseling for all services.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
We combine Imago therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, hypnotherapy, and nutritional mental health approaches.
Are therapy sessions covered by insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly but can provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM with after-hours appointment availability for telehealth sessions.
Do you offer faith-integrated counseling?
Yes, we provide optional integration of spiritual practices with psychological treatment for interested clients.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept credit card payments through PayPal for therapy sessions and product purchases.
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