Jamie Porter
MA., LMFT-S, LPC-S
CO-OWNER
About Jamie
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Supervisor to clinicians gaining hours for the State of Texas, both MFT and LPC Track. I have been a part of this Private Practice since 2012, and a clinician since 2008. I am proud to take Magnolia Counseling of Pearland to the next step of success as Co-Owner.
Here at Magnolia Counseling of Pearland, we have a solid group of clinicians with a wide range of specialties and passions to meet you right where you are!
Education
Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Licensed Professional Counselor, University of Houston Clear Lake, Graduated Class of 2008.
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT#201362)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC#64674)
Professional Affiliations
AAMFT (American of Marriage and Family therapy) Member ID #113964
Specialties
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Infidelity
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Anxiety and Depression
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Self Harm Prevention
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Systems Work
Julie Ung
MA., LMFT-S, LPC-S
CO-OWNER
About Julie
I have worked as a Marriage & Family Therapist in community mental health and private settings since 2008. I provide individual, family and couples counseling. I am trained in play therapy techniques and trauma focused care. I also am trained in working with couples using EFT (Emotions Focused Therapy) as well as specialized training in infidelity repair. Choosing to engage in counseling is a very courageous action and I am humbled to walk through the journey with my clients towards a healthy relationship with self and others. I am married and a mother to 2 boys who keep my life very busy and exciting. I enjoy hiking and fishing, playing piano/guitar, and tending to my orchids in my downtime.
As Co-Owner of Magnolia Counseling of Pearland, I am proud to have a team of clinicians that offer compassionate and qualified care to the Pearland community. I pride myself on building a diverse team who can provide specialized care in different modalities. We are honored to continue to be your trusted community mental health provider team.
Education
Master’s Degree: Marriage and Family Therapy, University of Houston – Clear Lake 2008
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S #201258)
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S #64364)
Professional Affiliations
AAMFT (American of Marriage and Family therapy) Member ID #113964
Specialties
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Child or adolescent
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Family Conflict
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Relationship Issues
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Infidelity
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Anxiety and Depression
Kristie Walton
LPC
About Kristie
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. Since 2004 I have provided mental health care for individuals, couples, and families. I am passionate about helping people adjust to life’s challenges, improve their mental health and sense of well-being, and nurture more fulfilling relationships. I work with clients from a person-centered perspective, utilizing treatment techniques tailored for the client’s needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy. My goal is to help clients see themselves accurately and integrate every part of their experience into a life that is whole and full.
I have been married since 2001, and I have two children. I lived in West Texas for eleven years before moving to Pearland in 2018. I enjoy reading, time with my family, and our dogs.
Education
Master of Arts from a CACREP accredited counseling psychology program at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, in Belton, Texas (2004).
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC #61140)
Board Certified through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC #242444)
Specialties
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Trauma and PTSD
Yesenia Bertl
LMFT
About Yesenia
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am an integrated therapist who tailors therapy to your needs while primarily utilizing an Emotion-Focused approach. I worked for Child Protective Services as an investigator for nearly three years, and since then have wanted to work directly with children and their families. I know life is difficult, full of ups and downs, and I am passionate about helping you take control of your like and improve your most treasured relationships.
I have worked with children diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, and Disruptive Behavior and their families. I specialize in working with couples and families, but have worked with people of all ages, ethnicities and with a wide range of challenges. I will meet you where you are and help guide you to where you want to be.
I also speak Spanish.
Education
Auburn University, Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Licenses and Certifications
State of Texas LMFT-203415
Approved Supervisor through AAMFT
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Specialties
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Anxiety and Depression
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Marital and Premarital
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Parenting
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Trauma
*Currently not accepting new clients
Deborah Henderson
MA., LPC
About Deborah
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years working in mental health and private settings specializing in eating disorders, anxiety and depression. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing in treatment. I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents as well as couples and marriage therapy.
My husband and I love to read and hike with our dogs.
Education
Masters Degree in Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University, graduating class of 2005.
License
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC# 65642)
Professional Affiliation
Houston Eating Disorder Specialists
Specialties
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Eating Disorders
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Relationship Issues
Johanna Krauter
LPC, NCC
About Johanna (she/her)
I am a licensed professional counselor who believes that every client is unique and strives to create a working atmosphere of collaboration, problem-solving, and acceptance. Before joining Magnolia Counseling of Pearland, I was working as a therapist at a behavioral hospital in the Houston area, specifically with children and adolescents. As such, I have a strong handle on collaborative treatment with medication management and can appreciate the decision on whether or not to involve medication. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy to help those who come from a wide variety of backgrounds make the changes they need.
I have been married since April of 2020 (a Zoom ceremony, no less!), and my partner and I have two dogs and a cat, all rescues. We enjoy a variety of fun activities from skiing and hiking, to movie nights and video games.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Science at Texas A&M University
Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor (License #83532)
Board Certified through the National Board for Certified Counselors (#1374412)
Professional Affiliations
American Counseling Association
Specialties
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Anxiety and Depression
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Mood Disorders
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Child and Adolescent
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Relationship Issues
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LGBTQ+
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Substance Use Concerns
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Trauma, Trauma Focused CBT
Catherina Lawson
LPC
About Catherina
I am a passionate Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Dance and Movement Therapist. I have worked in schools, community agencies and outpatient settings for more than 10 years. I provide therapeutic support to children/ adolescents, individual adults and families. I utilize techniques from several theoretical perspectives, including wrap-around treatment model and person-centered care, with consideration of environmental influences on a social, cultural and generational level.
My work is solution focused and trauma informed, implementing behavioral analysis and behavior modification with considerations of early childhood and human development. My therapeutic practice includes expressive arts and dance and movement therapy to help uncover underlying causes and gain better awareness and insight for long-term change.
With compassion and understanding in my work with individuals and families, the focus is to assist you in identifying your patterns of interaction and underlying feelings/thoughts that drive those behaviors. We then move on to constructively learn how to effectively express those feelings to improve your interpersonal relationships
Education
Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Therapies with a Specialization in Dance Movement Therapy, Lesley University, Graduating Class of 2018
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC#82628)
Registered Dance Movement Therapist (R-DMT#2467)
Professional Affiliations
ADTA (American Dance Therapy Association)
Specialties
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Children/Teens
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Parent/Child conflict
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Autism, ADHD and other developmental and learning disabilities
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LGBTQ+
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Anxiety and Depression
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Self Harm and Suicide lPrevention
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Domestic violence/ relationship abuse
Genesis Cazalez
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Front Office Staff
Office Administrator
About Genesis
I am currently pursuing my own counseling degree to become a Licensed Professional Counselor working with Children and Adolescents. I received my undergrad degree from Colby College in Waterville, Maine in Political Science and Human Development in 2021. I love getting to know people and helping in any way I can. I’m blessed to serve as the Front Office Administrator and be able to connect others to clinicians. In my limited free time, I enjoy coffee, flowers, and working in my local church with Young Adults!
