Hello! I'm Rene Guillen, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. I am a retired Texas School Counselor, and my experience includes working with patients at San Juan Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, where I integrated faith into therapy to support couples with marriage issues. I also have a degree in Art which I often use in therapy sessions when requested or needed. I have helped many children, teenagers, and adults overcome anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I've been married for 29 years, was an elite marathon runner, and am creatively passionate about helping clients improve their mental health, build meaningful relationships, and live joyful lives. Taking the first step toward improving your mental health is a significant achievement, and I'm here to support you on this journey!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, we will look specifically and ascertain the cause of the presenting problem, feeling, behavior, or challenge you might be facing (or any other goal). In this initial assessment or problem definition session, the client and I will create goals and objectives which will help determine the tailored treatment plan for the follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with many clients for 9 years, I have used extensive strategies and viewpoints for helping clients identify root cause(s) of their obstacle(s) and create customized treatment plans that will lead to measurable improvements.
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1418 Beech Avenue, McAllen, TX, USA, Suite #107-AAppointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for over 9 years helping patients discover the relationship between their thoughts, moods, feelings, and behaviors. I then assist patients learn and apply skills to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, resulting in reduced stress, alleviated depression, or improved relationships. Dysfunctional behavior in other areas of concern also improve.
Christian Counseling
I counseled many couples at San Juan's Catholic Charities of The Rio Grande Valley during my Practicum II Course. For over 9 years I have specialized in integrating faith into the therapeutic process, and acknowledging the significant role that spirituality plays in mental and emotional health. Many clients find hope and comfort from distress, depression, anxiety, broken relationships, using their faith. Christian Counseling is also of great benefit in finding solutions to marriage conflicts or crisis.
Family Therapy
I have used Family Therapy in helping families and in marital conflicts change toxic communication styles and patterns and helping them replace them with healthier ones.