Our counselors provide marriage counseling in Bastrop, TX

I'm a licensed professional counselor associate (LPC associate) and a graduate of Texas A&M University–Central Texas. My experience spans a continuum of care, from inpatient treatment to intensive outpatient and outpatient settings, including a year-long internship at an inpatient hospital. I have also facilitated violence prevention groups and worked with court-mandated individuals. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). While I do not currently specialize in one specific area, I'm committed to continually expanding my knowledge across a broad range of mental health concerns and client populations.

My approach to counseling is grounded in the belief that you have the power and the reins in your own life. I see my role as a sounding board, guide, and supportive partner. Stress management is an important part of my approach. I also believe counseling should consider the whole person—work, relationships, children, and pets all influence wellbeing.

I recognize choosing to begin counseling is a meaningful decision, and I don't take the time you share with me for granted. One of the quotes I've carried with me is, "Be the leader you wish you had." That idea reflects how I strive to show up—with honesty, compassion, respect, and genuine care. If you feel ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment.

I’m Derek Anderson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree and experience providing individual, couples, and family counseling. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, anger, and personal growth. I especially enjoy working with men, professionals, leaders, couples, and individuals seeking a safe, supportive space to gain clarity, strengthen relationships, develop healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change. I also offer faith-based counseling for clients who desire to incorporate their Christian faith into therapy.

My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative, using evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I help clients manage emotions, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and develop effective coping skills. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for meaningful growth and healing.

You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and hope. Take the next step toward positive change and schedule an appointment today.

My name is Nicole Sharp and am a Bryan/ College Station native. I went to Texas A&M University for my undergraduate and received a BA in Psychology. I then attended the University of Houston- Clear Lake for my MA in Marriage and Family (Systems Theory) therapy. I work with clients from 6 years old to older people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, personal growth, loss and grief, stress, codependency, women's issues, relational challenges. From a systems approach, I help clients also address any systematic (work, family, cultural, socioeconomic systems) they attribute to them feeling "stuck" in old patterns and behaviors.

My approach is very collaborative. My clients are the experts of their lives. I am just the tour guide helping them navigate where they want to go. I adapt Cognitive Behavioral therapy, psychoeducation and other training to best adapt and help each adult and teen client. With children, play, games and storytelling are often used.

You are the expert of the life that you have lived. If you are ready to take the next step in your wholeness and healing journey, I would love to partner alongside you. "Every great journey starts with a single step" - Maya Angelou. 

Jermin Guirguis is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She is a teacher with ample experience working with children and families. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Jermin specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and major life transitions.

Jermin completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University. Jermin uses multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), rational emotive behavior therapy, and solution-focused therapy.

We all go through challenges in life. Jermin is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

Alexia Antoine is a Licensed Professional CounseIor with 10 years of experience. Alexia empowers clients by asking questions, guiding them in goal-defining, and helping them through the problem loop to a solution. Alexia treats anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, career issues, depression, divorce, infidelity, trauma, multicultural issues, racial identity, stress-related issues, and women’s issues. Being trained in EMDR, she shows you your brain's ability to heal from trauma. Her training coupled with her mental health history and being the daughter of an immigrant allows her to help you navigate your concerns.

Alexia completed her Master of Arts in Counseling at Dallas Baptist University. Alexia uses cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, positive psychology, EMDR, faith-based therapy, Christian counseling, cognitive reprocessing, emotionally-focused therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and multicultural therapy.

Whether it be adjusting to the current life stage, learning self-love/soul care, or handling career demands, your process looks different from the next person. Together, you and Alexia will develop some actionable steps to help you gauge where you are in your wants and get you to where you want to be. Schedule your appointment to begin.