I graduated from UT Austin with a BA in Psychology in 2004 and my MA in Counseling Psychology from St. Edward's University in 2006. ​

 

I have 19 of clinical experience and am also a TX State Board Approved LPC Supervisor providing clinical supervision and teaching to LPC-Associates (post grad therapists in their clinical residency). I've always loved teaching and used to train other mental health and social service professionals on culturally competent mental health service delivery and treating PTSD through a multicultural lens.  ​​

 

My job is my calling and my passion! I met my own mental health challenges from adolescence through early adulthood. As a client I struggled with finding a therapist that was open hearted, authentic, and truly willing to step into my shoes. Because of this, I will always meet a client where they are without admonishment, lecturing, or judgment.

 

​I am LGBT affirming and honor multiculturalism, differing relationship structures, and spiritual diversity. ​​I grew up in the Austin area (from the 1980s!). I am a single mom of four daughters and am a huge fan of all things 90s. I enjoy yoga, musical theater, podcasts, audiobooks, and stand up comedy (John Mulaney is my favorite one!).​

 

I'd love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out! ​marcelle@laureloakstherapy.com