Hi, I'm Ariana.

You don't need to have everything figured out to start therapy, and you don't need the perfect words. You just need a place where you'll be heard, respected, and supported. I'm glad you're here.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years in private practice and a decade of experience supporting kids and teens in schools.

My Story

I grew up in Brownsville, Texas, right on the border, in a rich Hispanic culture where family and community come first. I was raised in a big, close-knit family, and I've always been fascinated by the brain and behavior, and by what drives the way people think, feel, and connect.

Living abroad and exploring new places taught me the value of an open mind. Every person and every culture has something to teach us. Wherever I go, I come back to the same truth: what matters most is the people around us and the relationships we build.

That belief is at the heart of my work as a therapist, where I get to help people strengthen their relationships with others and with themselves.

How I Work

Therapy with me feels like a real conversation, not a script. I'm personable and down-to-earth, so you won't find a stoic therapist nodding silently across the room. I'll be real with you, and yes, we might even laugh!

I take a whole-health view, because mind, body, and life are connected. I draw from CBT, DBT, solution-focused, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches, and I use what fits you rather than a one-size-fits-all model. My goal is to give you practical tools, a clearer understanding of yourself, and resilience that lasts after our sessions end.

Who I Work With

I work with adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up. Common reasons people come to me include anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, family dynamics, relationship challenges, parenting stress, burnout, perfectionism, low self-esteem, identity exploration, and life transitions.

Working With Kids & Teens

Kids spend far more time with their parents than they do with me, and parents so often want to help. That's why I involve them in the process. With your child's knowledge, I check in with parents to share tools and practice ideas for home, and to hear how things are going from their point of view. It keeps everyone working together and helps progress carry over into everyday life.

A Little More About Me

I spent my childhood on the beaches of South Padre Island, and the water still restores me like nothing else. Today, home is Austin, where family is at the center of everything. I'm a mom and a stepmom, so I know firsthand the joys and challenges of parenting and blended-family life, and our two rescue dogs keep things lively.

Movement has always been part of who I am, from competitive cheer to the daily walks I count on now. I make time to volunteer because community matters deeply to me. And on a slow weekend, you'll find me baking sourdough, gardening, reading, or planning our next family adventure.

Getting Started

Free consultation: We'll start with a free phone or video call to see if we're a good fit.

Your first session: We'll go over paperwork, confidentiality, and logistics, talk about what's bringing you in and your background, and set goals for our work together. Most of all, it's a chance to get to know each other.

Sessions: In person or virtual, for anyone in Texas.

Fees: I'm a private pay practice and offer options to make therapy work for you. Read more in my blog post, Exploring the Benefits of Insurance Free Therapy.

If you're ready to feel more grounded and supported, schedule your free consultation. I'd love to hear from you.