Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy in South Texas
South Texas Counseling Agency is a dedicated institution providing exceptional mental health services and immigration evaluations for individuals, couples, and families. Our team of skilled professionals prioritizes personalized care, utilizing evidence-based practices to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship dynamics. We specialize in individual therapy, family counseling, marriage therapy, immigration evaluations, and clinical supervision, tailoring our approach to meet each client's unique needs.Founded on principles of empathy and inclusivity, we foster a supportive environment where healing and growth are central. Our commitment to collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and ongoing professional development ensures clients receive comprehensive, ethical care. We serve South Texas with two locations, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions to enhance accessibility.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Marriage Therapy
Immigration Evaluations
Clinical Supervision
Faith-Based Counseling
Life Coaching
Consultation Services
Credentialing Support
Supervised Visitation
Highlights and features
- We utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches like CBT and EMDR
- Our team includes licensed professionals with specialized immigration evaluation expertise
- We offer flexible telehealth and in-person session options
- We provide culturally sensitive care for South Texas communities
- Our clinicians maintain ongoing professional development in trauma-informed practices
What people say
Knowledgeable and informed staff
Mr. Olivares is good and helpful
Caring staff and professional demeanor
Provided communication tools for marriage
Amazing counseling facility
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness. Our therapists create safe spaces for self-exploration, helping clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth goals while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized relationship therapy utilizing Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to improve communication, rebuild trust, and resolve conflicts. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional connections and developing practical solutions for challenges like infidelity and parenting disagreements in a non-judgmental environment.
Immigration Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological evaluations for immigration cases including asylum applications, hardship waivers, and U/VAWA visas. Our licensed clinicians document trauma history and mental health impacts with culturally sensitive assessments that meet legal requirements while maintaining professional objectivity.
Clinical Supervision
Structured supervision programs for mental health professionals seeking licensure or skill development. Our supervisors provide case review, ethical guidance, and competency development through individual and group formats while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards.
Family Therapy
Systemic therapy addressing family communication patterns and relationship dynamics using evidence-based approaches like Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Sessions help resolve intergenerational conflicts, parenting challenges, and transitional stressors while promoting healthier interaction patterns across all family systems.
People
Jeanette Ballesteros
Founder & Licensed Professional Counselor
Owner of South Texas Counseling Agency with 15+ years clinical experience specializing in trauma treatment and couples therapy. Holds Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling from University of Texas Pan American. Licensed since 2013 with supervisor status since 2016.
Melissa Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Counselor with M.Ed. in Counseling & Guidance from UTRGV. 20+ years educational experience including 15 years as Migrant Counselor. Specializes in faith-based counseling and values-centered therapeutic approaches for personal growth and spiritual integration.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, family counseling, marriage therapy, trauma treatment, and immigration psychological evaluations using evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as private pay providers but can offer documentation for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
Are telehealth options available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions for clients preferring virtual mental health services across Texas.
What immigration evaluations do you perform?
We conduct asylum evaluations, hardship waivers, U/VAWA visas, and extreme hardship assessments meeting immigration court requirements.
