Wave on Wave Counseling PLLC

Do you find yourself constantly worrying? Struggling in relationships, having trouble sleeping or feeling restless? Are your thoughts racing, making it hard to focus, slow down, or simply breathe? These can be signs of anxiety, trauma, or prolonged stress on the nervous system. Recognizing this is the first step toward healing. SHARE YOUR STORY IN A SAFE AND CONFIDENTIAL SPACE At Wave on Wave Counseling, we believe that healing and growth happen through connection, understanding and support. Counseling is a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences with the guidance of a professional who listens with empathy. We meet you where you are and to help you move forward towards healing and growth- one wave at a time. WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR THERAPY SESSIONS. The first initial sessions are a time to build rapport and trust and to discuss what brings you to counseling. Together, we'll explore your goals, needs and what you hope to gain from therapy. Your professional counselor will also gather information through assessments and background history to help create a treatment plan that fits you. Counseling is a collaborative process. We will work together to identify what is most important to you, whether that is processing trauma, improving relationships, reducing stress and anxiety or finding more balance in your everyday life. Counseling is a process and is not about perfection. While some sessions may bring relief, others may be challenging, but reminding yourself it is a step forward to build resilience, self-awareness and a stronger sense of self. WHAT TYPES OF MODALITIES ARE USED WITH MY PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR? Our approach is integrative, drawing from several evidence-based modalities including trauma-informed tools and techniques to best meet each client's needs. We primarily use Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). -Person-centered therapy provides a foundation of empathy, unconditional positive regard, authenticity, allowing client's to feel safe and understood as they share their story and experiences. -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, building healthier ways of thinking and coping. -Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness, support clients in managing intense emotions and improving relationships. HOW OFTEN DO WE MEET? Sessions are typically weekly or bi-weekly. Each session is an opportunity to reflect, gain new skills, or explore patterns and behaviors that may be keeping you stuck. Over time, you'll begin to notice changes in how you think, feel and respond. HOW MUCH DO THE SESSIONS COST? 15-minute consultation- No cost This is to determine if we are the right fit to meet your needs. Psychotherapy session: $110/ 50-minute session. Intake evaluation: $115 Both in-person and telehealth options are available WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT ARE ACCEPTED? Self-pay with credit or debit cards. HSA or FSA cards (Please check with your provider to confirm coverage) Currently accept the insurance carrier, Aetna. ABOUT YOUR PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR Jennifer Leal, MA, LPC-Associate began her career working with children and families involved in the child welfare system. This experience opened her eyes to the deep impact of generational trauma and the ways adults and older youth often go without the support and compassion they need to break old patterns and the resources and support necessary to create meaningful change. Jennifer graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling. Her experience consists of supporting individuals involved in the justice system, outpatient mental health services, multisystemic therapy, substance use treatment, and child welfare, bringing empathy, transparency and strength to every session. Healing happens in Waves.